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for ROBERT HEWES
North Miami Store, summer of 1977
Albert Emery
August 22, 2010
Please forgive the lateness of this message, but I just found out about Bob's passing. When I was in high school, I worked for Bob at the Miami River store as a "grunt" during the summer of 1976, then the next two summers at the North Miami store. I cherish the memories of those days. Bob assembled a great team, and was a great inspiration to all of us. I miss those days, and I will miss Bob.
Mitch Howell
July 6, 2010
To the Hewes Family, sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a truly passionate man about his boats and I fondly remember spending time in his red Bonefisher doing the"eye of the storm" with him. He was also one of the most honorable businessmen I have ever known and wounldn't be satisfied until his customer was happy. When I go to the Miami Boat Show I will be thinking of him...... Mitch Howell
Donald Baldaccini,sr.
July 2, 2010
Dear Ida & Family Our deepest sympathy
in your great loss. The Marine Family
also has suffered a loss of one of their
best.The Boat Shows will not be the same
without KING ROBERT holding court!
Bob will be missed by many.
God bless the Hewes family.
Donald & Cherry Baldaccini
July 1, 2010
Sincere condolences on the loss of a legend in the marine industry.
The Kerlins
Bruce Fink
June 30, 2010
A person who will be missed by all who new him, because to have known Bob was a joy. He was a inspiration to me for the love of water & water-sport's. He was a icon of the boating industry & will remain for ever. My deepest condolences to his family.
June 30, 2010
Our family has know Bob and Ida from the very early days of Miami boating. We bought our last two boats from Bob. I still remember the smile on his face during one of our demo rides. He was carving circles and just smiled and said "isn't this amazing?" That was 20 years ago. You never forget Bob.
Don Baldaccini, Jr. and family
June 30, 2010
All,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. It was an honor to have been lucky enough in life to have met and learned from Bob Hewes
In the short time I was your OMC rep, Bob became a friend, teacher and an inspiration. In following years, it was always a pleasure to see and talk to Bob at the boat shows.
It was an honor to have known this great man.
Don & Sandy Wood
manny de caso
June 30, 2010
To all of Mr. Hewes family I send my sympathy for their loss. Mr. Hewes was a great person I will miss him>
Bobby Shockey
June 30, 2010
Dear Ida,
It’s hard to imagine I first met, and then went to work for Bob at the Miami River shop 36 years ago. It’s even harder to know where to start in trying to tell what his mentoring and friendship has meant to me since then.
Without question he was a top-notch flats boat designer and builder, an ace fisherman, and a great photographer. He was a fair and caring boss, and a terrific example of what a husband and father should be. He loved life, and knew how to live it, and his easy smile, quick wit, and gift for telling tales of “the days” just drew people to him.
To me, he was always “Ol’ Dad”. He always let me know he admired my work, valued my opinion and supported my efforts in whatever direction they took me. Every time I had a chance to sit down and talk with him, I learned something new, and he was always eager to hear how things were going with me. He was definitely my “Ol’ Dad”.
I’m glad you and Bob had a chance to stop by our home on your way down to the Keys last year so that we were able to share just of bit of the hospitality you both always showed us. I will miss Bob greatly – already do, and I will never forget him.
Hope “Ol’ Dad” is enjoying endless perfect days on the water spinning tight circles into “the eye of the storm”.
With deep appreciation of a great man,
Bobby Shockey
June 30, 2010
Great to see Bob every year in Ft.Lauderdale and Miami.So glad I was able to visit with him at the Hewes booth this year.A great smile.A great story.A twinkle in his eye.And a photo opp at Joels booth display.I'm very proud to have known pop pop.Johnny Craig
Fred Darwick
June 29, 2010
Dear Ida and family,
A lifetime of memories for me, as a youngster my Dad taking me to the River store where the employees became like a Who's Who of the marine industry. How fortunate to be your friend so long, always greeted by kind compassionate words.
You both encouraged and sponsored us to join the Miami Water Ski Club in the '60s and so many other kindnesses.
I look forward to our Heavenly reunion when our Father says it's my time to join Bob in Glory.
Blessings and John 3:16
Dee Dalrymple
June 29, 2010
Bob will be sorely missed; he made a great contribution to those who enjoy the fishing/boating sport.
My prayers go out to the family, that they may know God's loving comfort at this time.
Sincerely
RUBEN RIVAS
June 29, 2010
Not the news I was expecting to see on the Trade Journal. My first thoughts, foolishly, was maybe it's not him. His son-in-law's (Joel) posting sadly erased that doubt. My sincerest condolences. PopPop, may you rest in peace.
Rick Gibbs
June 29, 2010
Dear Mrs. Hewes, Debbie, Joel and family, although I have only known Bob for about five years---I always loved talking about the early days of boating. Bob was a good client and became a good friend, he always loved to tell me the stories about the "dirty little boat" he built. He will definitely be missed by all that knew him, and the marine industry lost one of the last of the good guys! Rick Gibbs and staff
June 29, 2010
Dear Mrs. Ida Hewes,my thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family members.I had the honor to work for that GOOD MAN at the North Miami Ski Shop from 1974 to 1980. Started out washing boats and climbed the ladder to a outboard tech. I learned alot from that GOOD MAN at very young age of 14. He gave me a chance to learn the marine industry at all different angles,He even put me on a airplane to Brainerd Minnesota to repair a boat that Robbie Lanham sold at the famous Miami Boat Show.He gave me a good advice on life at a very young age of my life and will never forget .I wish I could be there for the memorial.My God Bless You and all the family.Dave Miller
mark erstling
June 29, 2010
All of us at Sunshine State Angler send out our thoughts and prayers to the Hewes family. We truly lost a legend in our industry and in our passion.
June 29, 2010
Ida, Debbie and Lorrie and family my prayers are with you all today as Bob is in a much better place now. Truly a father figure to me for my entire life. We will miss him and love him for all our days.. May God bless you and strenghten you in your upcoming days. Robbie Lanham (Lakeland Fl.)
June 29, 2010
Fair winds and following seas on your journey Bob. I certainly hope you took along a fresh roll of film and a new bag of cookies. Mike Wicks Satsuma, FL
Donald Grisham
June 29, 2010
Bobby: I met you and your father when I was 12 yrs. old and eventually became a friend and a competitor in the marine business. Thanks again for all your good advice. We will all truly miss you. Won't be the same at the Miami Boat Show.
Wally Hunter
June 29, 2010
My prayers and wishes to Ida and the family. I worked for Bob at the Miami River store. He taught me a great deal and was a true "Gentleman" in the Marine Industry. Helping Bob pioneer the Bonefish boats in 1970-1973 is a cherished memory for me.
June 29, 2010
Ida,
I still have the first Kevlar Redfisher that Bob built. It has long since been retired from everyday use,,a testament to the sport we love so much.
We traded for a new Jeep. He told me that boat was your favorite. I took that as one salesmen to another but there was one thing for sure, the passion,not only for his boats, but for his family, may Gods blessing be with you and your family Bill Bryan Winter Park, fl.
June 29, 2010
Lorrie, Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Robin and I both know what you are going through, especially since Robin lost her Dad in December. Just remember all the great times you had with him, and for so many years! Say hi to Jim.
Jack Jett
June 29, 2010
Dear Deborah and Joel,
It's been MANY years since our last outing on THE BETSY. We are thinking of you and your family at this sad time but are fortunate to share with you the memories of a wonderful man.
Betsy (Strehle Suero)and David Skipp
Jud Black
June 29, 2010
Dear Ida, Joel and Debbie, Lorrie and Jim, I wasn't around for long as a young Johnson Outboards rep, but Bob made a profound impression on me at the time. I will never forget his enthusiasm and knowledge, but most of all, how he treated everyone as a friend. We will all miss him.
Sammy & Shirley Smith
June 29, 2010
June 29th 2010
Ida, you and Bob have been dear friends for over 50 years and we go back to when Sammy worked for Lou at the Miami River store. We came back to Miami after the military and worked again for the Hewes family until we left Miami in 1963. Bob will be missed by so many not only in the boating industry but just as a wonderful friend to all who met him. Love to you and the rest of the family in Miami.
Paul Alfieri
June 29, 2010
Bob -
Sorry to see you go... you're a good man. The Miami Boat Show won't be the same without you, a camera around your neck, wishing all a "Merry Christmas". Have a safe journey my friend.
Marshall Brodie
June 29, 2010
Bob was one of the greats in so many ways. Besides his iconic status in the boating industry, Bob was a wonderful person to all.
My first job as a kid was working for Bob and Sonny at the River store. Little did I know at the time how fortunate I was to meet Bob and to get to know him. He had a great impact on my life and I will always be thankful. He was always upbeat, kind, and passionate about boats. Truely a great person. My condolences to you Ida, you have a wonderful family that will share Bob's memories through generations to come.
Smooth seas Bob and Merry Christmas!
Gene & Mary Roy
June 29, 2010
Dear Ida & Family: Remembering Bobby with fond memories. You are in our prayers
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