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Right around Christmas my father, 70, passed away. We had a million great times together and he was the one who introduced me to Jimmy's music from a pretty early age. I always knew he liked Jimmy's music but didn't realize just how much till it was time to help my Mom clean out the house. I guess the cd with 125+ songs of all Jimmy which we played on our fishing trips should have given me a clue. The night he passed as the entire family was gathered at the house we decided to go into his office and gather some of his CD's a listen to them. I was certain to find Ella Fitzgerald, Frank but was shocked to see how many Buffett CD's where in there. So there is the family trying to have a mournful evening but all we could find was Buffett CD's. It was great. Certainly brought back a lot of memories. Then the following week it's time to clean out the house and again was surprised to see how many concert T shirts he had in his closet. I didn't realize he was going to Buffett concerts all these years. I will never forget the one show in Camden with my now wife and Dad, it was the first time I heard Jimmy's version of Southern Cross. it's something I will never forget.

Like a true sailor my Dad's wishes were to be spread out at sea. The family agrees a Buffett playlist needs to be made for the voyage. Southern Cross and It's Been a Lovely Cruise will for sure be on the list. It'll be a somber day for sure when the weather breaks, the family gathers, the diesel engines fire up and "It's Been a Lovely Cruise" is on the stereo. Our boat was his pride and joy and I can think of nothing more fitting then him going on this one last trip.

The circle of life is amazing. My 4 year old absolutely loves Jimmy and it is comforting to see how some things are passed on from generation to generation.

--JK
www.seanile31.com

Sail on, SeaNile's father.


(((((((SeaNile)))))))

Sail on, fellow phan . . .

And may your family always feel his spirit in the music!

Your dad was a good guy. I know what you mean about the circle of life. Thoughts are with you.

Sail on, SeaNile's dad. Another Parrothead for Heaven !!!

(((((SeaNile and family))))))

So sorry to hear of your loss...

May your wonderful memories give you much comfort....

Thank you for sharing your Dad with us, SeaNile...

Sail on SeaNile's Dad......God Speed, and we'll meet one day...

Sail on PHan.....

Sail On. My Dad has been gone since 1996. Every time I hear Country & Western music I think of both my Mon and Dad.

Sail On SeaNile's Dad. My thoughts are with you and yours.

God bless him and your family my friend.

Sail On Sir! May God hold you in the palm of his hands!!!!

Sail On Sir! May God hold you in the palm of his hands!!!!

So sorry for your loss!!! (((((((((((((((((((Seanile and family)))))))))))))))))) many thought and prayers for you all.

Sail on Sir!

What an inspiring story. Your Dad would be proud.
Sail on fine sir.

Bless you and your entire family.

I've never had the experience of spreading a loved ones ashes, but I think since there will be some time between his death, and the cruise, perhaps it won't be somber. Perhaps it will be a beautiful day of celebration, spent on board your dad's boat.

Peace be with you all

Sail on...my condolences to you and yours...

Now you have your own pirate in the sky to watch over you all

Prayers to the family and thanks for sharing..........

God Bless