Charles H. Satter

It has been twenty years since Charlie passed. He is still in my mind and my heart. He took a chance on me that changed my life, in business. The laughs we had over the years will always bring a smile to my face.

As "Captain Ahaab's" youngest daughter (see first entry), I've many memories of exciting sailing on Colorado lakes. Both "captains" (My Dad and Charlie), took this sport to the limit while respecting the power of the shifting Colorado winds and the importance of "being on one's toes" ! As children, we were always welcome in Charlie's home - an eclectic place that fascinated my young mind. Charlie's home at that time, while surrounded by suburban sprawl, magically (to my mind), remained this...

As on of the many "swabbies" that grew up within Captain Bligh's sphere of influence, we were truly blessed to have had Charlie as one of the Captains in our young lives. Charlie brought his special blend of humor, warmth and his enthusiastic approach to life into our family; that which we all enjoyed, learned and grew from.

Captain Bligh ran a great ship and life. As he sailed through life he provided love, humor, aid and in general, "the stuff of life" for countless people; friends and strangers alike. It was our great good fortune to sail many seas with him and we wish him well earned "smooth sailing".

"Capt Ahaab"

Charlie was a wonderful, special man. He lived life to the fullest. He brought a smile when there was a frown to whom ever had the chance to meet him. He will be missed very much. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Things were never dull when Charlie was around! The word "colorful" was invented for this guy. He will be missed.