thoughts and prayers

Very sad news indeed.......:(

Thoughts and prayers to friends and family.
GOOD LUCK GOOD PLUGGIN

I'll miss you Bob.

Did not know Bob, but he was a member
of our community and will be missed.
God's blessings on his family.

By Cynthia Mccormick
cmccormick@capecodline.com
September 19, 2010

SANDWICH — A Plymouth fisherman who was wearing waders drowned when he got caught in the outgoing tide and was swept into Cape Cod Bay at the mouth of Old Harbor Creek early yesterday morning, Sandwich Fire Department officials said.

The Sandwich police identified the fisherman as Robert Samuelson, 43, of Plymouth.

Another fisherman who was with Samuelson at the time of the incident, Gregory McSharry, 32, of Carver was rescued after spending at least a half hour in the 65-degree water.

The two men had been fishing by the creek near the Sandwich Boardwalk when the current carried them about 200 yards out and at least a quarter of a mile east along the bay, fire officials said.

When it became clear Samuelson was in trouble, McSharry took off his waders and attempted to assist him, Sandwich Fire Capt. Timothy McMahon said.

"That guy is a hero," Sandwich Fire Deputy Chief Tom Corriveau said of McSharry. "He put his own life at risk to try and save his friend."

Sandwich police and fire officials as well as the Coast Guard responded to a call for help from two other fishermen who witnessed the event from the east side of the creek, the Salt Marsh Road side, Corriveau said.

A Sandwich Fire Department rescue boat crew pulled a still conscious but exhausted McSharry from the water at about 1 a.m., Sandwich fire officials said. The rescue crew also retrieved Samuelson's body and brought it to the Sandwich Marina.

McSharry was taken to Jordan Hospital in Plymouth, where he was treated and released.

Corriveau also credited the fishermen who called for help with keeping their eyes trained on the men in distress, which helped coordinate rescue efforts. "It probably made a difference with (McSharry), who was still treading water," Corriveau said.

The Coast Guard set off several parachute flares to illuminate the water and was preparing to launch a helicopter when the men were spotted, a Coast Guard spokesman said.

Samuelson was an experienced fisherman who was acquainted with the area, Corriveau said. "Unfortunately, he lost his footing, and it's a tragedy for everybody in the community," he said.

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this article has it pretty much how it went down.
Greg should be commended for his heroism and almost ultimate sacrifice. As well as the 2 guys onshore who made the call and directed the rescuers' efforts to get the men out of the water.


I still can't believe this:(

Bob you are gone now, but will not be forgotten.

I understand that Greg jumped in to save Bob. Such a selfless act...it just leaves me speechless. Get better soon Greg.[/QUOTE]

I was told this as well. Greg took off his waders and swam out after Bob. Coasties that pulled Greg out of the water said he was very close to not be able to keep his head above water. He needs our thoughts and prayers even moreso.

This is very tough news, I'm sorry and my Condolences to all

I was told this as well. Greg took off his waders and swam out after Bob. Coasties that pulled Greg out of the water said he was very close to not be able to keep his head above water. He needs our thoughts and prayers even moreso.[/QUOTE]

this just speaks volumes to a bond between people that can be developed when they fish together. wish he well!
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So sad to hear of his drowning,,,,,,,,,,

my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

we can never be TOO careful, there is no SHAME in

walking away from ANY situation in the surf,,,,,,,,,,

sorry for such an horrific loss; heal fast, Greg!

The wake will be held on Thursday at the Richard Davis Funeral Home, on Route 3A in Manomet. Here's the obit from this morning:

Samuelson, Robert Walter, 43, “Bob” by accident while fishing. September 18, in Sandwich. Beloved son of Robert T. and Sharon (Webb) Samuelson of Manomet. Brother of Thomas Samuelson of CA, and Sherer Samuelson McGee of Middleboro. He also leaves his grandmother Barbara Jones of Mansfield, his life partner Mary Donovan of Manomet and many friends. Robert grew up in Plymouth went to Plymouth Schools. After graduation he joined the U.S. Coast Guard and served 4 years. He was the store manager of the Falmouth Bait and Tackle Shop. He was a member of Striper’s On Line, and he loved fishing. Visiting hours will be held on Thursday September 23, at the Richard Davis Funeral Home 619 State (Rte 3A) Plymouth, (Manomet) 5:00 to 8:00 PM. All other services and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Stan Gibbs Cape Cod Canal Fisherman’s Statue Fund, P.O. Box 117, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532, or the Friends of the Plymouth Pound P.O. Box 578, Manomet, MA 02345.

thanks Mike, still hard to believe.

I talked to slip this smornin an he told me what happened.I could barely speak as I fought back the tears.Bob was really one of the good guys.One of my favorites.I knew I could always find when I came up.We would make plans to hook up as he would go out of his way to get out with me.I spent many late night tides fishing with him.We would often have breakfast afterwards.He always offered me a place to rest up but of course I never obliged.He would come down to jersey as Mary his girlfriend had family here.It was always great to see that big smile of his.. He was a real gentleman who treated me like royalty when I stopped in the shop to see him..
Habs, Steve and now Bob..Seems every year one of the good ones go early.Well he is in good company..
Life IS short.Treat each day like it could be yor last.Be Careful out there.And be kind to others.
So Sad..
Mike if you go the the wake can you please pass my condolences to Mary for me.She is a real sweetheart and I feel very bad for her and his family..What a tragic loss..

WOW, his name sounded familiar and when JohnR posted his handle, I had traded w/ him on other site a few years back. :(

Man that stinks. It just shows you that it can happen to any one any time you go out. Just be careful out there guys. Good reason to wear SOSpenders.

Prayers to his family.

Will do, Tony, as I'm sure Slip will, too.

I was thinking of Habs and Steve, too, and how we're coming up on 3 years since John left us.

it's so sad... this had to happen

made me think there should be a way to tether (anchor)
yourself to the rocks
so ya can't get swept away....

too :point: short a life for someone so nice. :hs:

My Condolences to His Wife and Family

Deepest sympathy to Bob's Family.

Really choked up reading all this. I had no idea. My condolences go out to all that knew him, sounds like a great guy.

Didn't know Bob but my heart goes out to his loved ones. This is a tragic event. Greg sounds like a hero and a good friend and he's going to need some help from his friends going forward. I can't even imagine what he's dealing with now.

What a shame.

I just heard from an extremely trustworthy source that it was Mike V. "Redlite" and another fisherman who were on the beach and made the call to the coast guard. Probably saved Greg's life from the sounds of it. Good work fellas, you saved one of your own, and heroic one at that.

Rest easy, Bob, and condolences to the family.

That's a damn shame. Didn't have the pleasure but my heart goes out to those that did and loved ones.

Please be careful folks...

ab

That is just awful. My condolences to his family and friends.
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terrible news. thoughts and prayers to all involved.

stay safe out there.

Mike(redlite) and Dan deserve a lot of credit like the Sandwich Fire Deputy Chief Tom Corriveau said in that article.
I wasn't sure if they wanted it known so I didn't mention their names. Dan I hope you are doing well and come to grips with this, remember your call saved a life. The whole incident is hard to understand.


NIB, sorry to have been the bearer of such bad news. Yes I will pass my condolences on as Mike said. You should come on up here real soon like you mentioned earlier in the year, life is short and you never know what will happen down the road as we seem to be reminded unfortunately. :(

RIP Bob

You often hear about the guy in jeans and sneakers getting washed in, so you think to yourself..."ahhh. I'm way more experienced and prepared. wont happen to me" but when you hear that someone as experienced as this loses their life doing what we all do on any given night, that really shakes you up... I think many of us have no idea just how close to danger we come simply because nothing has ever happened... My thoughts and prayers to all friends and family... may God carry you through.

I rarely if ever go on the other site, but did so today and found one thread with about six posts in regard to this tragedy. Dont they care over there. Maybe I just looked in the wong place.

Ya you looked in the wrong place maybe because there seems to be a scattering of threads by now, probably more than 6 threads

the main one was posted by Mike Thomas in mass forum Frank, sticky "not good" it's long

It'a like 16 pages...

There are threads about it in at least 5 different forums over there. Bob was leading the bass division of their "Ditch Troll" derby, and the guys voted to close it and award him the bass division, to re-name it the Bob Samuelson Memorial Ditch Troll Derby in the future, and to close it every year on 9/18 in his memory.

People from Maine to NJ knew Bob. Mary had family in NJ, and every year Bob and her would make a trip down for their "Food Fling" and to visit the Asbury Park club's tackle show.

thoughts and prays are with his family and friends. RIP Bob.

I knew Bob a little as a nice guy and a hard core surf fisherman.

I got cell signal coming off Race Point and had phone calls asking me if I was Ok because many people know that I fish that spot (and it's cousi up the road) pretty often. I had a close call there many years ago and can easily imagine how even a prepared angler could get in trouble rather quickly.

It's on all of us to make sure Bob's death is remembered so that others may try to avoid dangerous situations.

My prayers are with all involved.

I wasn't going to bring this up, not sure if it was my place, but as horrible as this was it could have been worse so big thanks to Mike & Dan for being on the ball and calling and maintaining contact as long as possible with the Coast Guard.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Bob and his family. Bob was a great guy who know was a great asset to Red Top, Falmouth B&T and all that knew him. I left about a half hour before all this happened. Leaving behind some friends in that surf. When I got the call neither of the two had yet been rescued. I now where to people were and tried calling my other to buddies to see if they were alright. After not getting a hold of them, I jumped back in my car and headed back down looking for there vehicles. It was a relief to not see there cars, but seeing gregs and bobs put a huge lump in my throat and those I was keeping close phone contact with. I have to say, this is something that will haunt me for a long time. I can only imagine what those that were there must be going thru. This is sad for all of us and its not about if you knew Bob or not, but about remembering one of our own. The ocean is unforgiving is what my dad always told me. So be careful out there. This is something that could happen to anyone of us. It was a nasty night to be out and that surf was angry, but no fish is worth a life.

A couple days after I had a dream that I was walking the beach and as I came to a sand bar there was a guy sitting down at the base of it and another guy out on it. I asked the guy sitting down if they were getting any fish as I turned on my light. That's when I saw it was Bob. I asked what had happened and he replied.....I slipped, I just slipped Roy and then told me they were killing them as he pointed out to the guy on the bar. That's when I turned out to see Steve standing there with a nice fish. In my dream I then told them I wouldn't crowd them and let them have this spot to there own tonight, and it was great to see them again. I then woke up and realized this was my last good bye to two great fisherman.
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Your dream gave me goose bumps

This is terrible news. I cringe every time I hear a sad story like this. My condolences to family and friends. I've lost two very close friends to diving accidents and Internet friends to fishing mishaps. I can only pray that people will be more careful after this tragedy and learn from this awful loss.

condolences to the family and friends and all of you that knew him. I was the jeans and sneakers guy 2 yrs ago and had a few close calls, I have had just as many that were just as sticky since. Do not overestimate the protectiveness of your equip/ wader belt/ or knowledge. obviously from what I am reading, Bob knew his %$%$%$%$. ie... walking across the steet

Bob wasn't reckless or careless by nature. In fact, Bob was one of the very few locals who routinely wore Korkers on the Canal rocks.

As others have stated......what happened to Bob could have happened to anyone of us at any time. As skilled, knowledgeable and careful as you can be......accidents can and do happen.

I heard many say Bob fished that area often and was a seasoned fisherman but sometimes being experienced or knowledgeable about a certain area or technique can work against you being that you are comfortable with it and sometimes complacent with a situation that someone who doesn't know that area would not go out in. Not saying Bob was reckless by any means. It was rough that nite and I assume they felt it was doable as they probably have fished that area in similar conditions before, heck onshore wind and outgoing current is what they wanted, just one tragic misstep or wave. Unfortunately a terrible tragic accident occurred and has occurred at that spot several times. All one can say is always be careful and never let your guard down weather on foot or by boat. So sad.

Rest in peace Bob. Fair winds tight lines.