Originally Posted by Bobthebuilder

Most of us on OSO are aware of the tragic offshore boating accident off Marco Island, FL on Sat. Jan. 6, 2007 that claimed the lives of Harper Simpson,31, his fiancee, Megan Molter,22, her mother, Linda Molter,42, and brother, James Molter,20. The loss suffered by the two families is unimaginable. We hope they can find some comfort in the huge outpouring of sympathy and condolences from our OSO family.

In speaking with friends of the Molter family in Naples, we find that not only are they suffering emotionally but financially as well - especially since Jennifer Molter, Megan's sister, the sole survivor of the accident is only 16 years old.

I am prepared to devote much of my time and energy over the next few weeks to help the family and with the help and support of several friends here at Ft Myers Offshore, we will host a fund-raising Fun Run to help provide for Jennifer Molter's future. Her goal is to attend college and we hope our assistance will be a great benefit in helping her achieve that goal.

The Fun Run will be from the Ft Myers/Cape Coral, FL area to Naples on Sat Feb 3, 2007. I will start another thread in the Ft Myers Offshore section under Boat Club Forums with detailed information on the fun run by early next week. While Ft Myers Offshore [ FMO ] does not charge an entry fee for it's fun runs, we are asking that the driver submit a check in the amount of $100.00 for each participating boat, made out to the "Molter Family Fund". We also ask that a contribution of $25-$50 [ at your discretion] for each additional passenger be made payable to the Fund, and we welcome your generosity beyond these suggested minimum amounts. The checks will be collected at our lunch stop in Naples. Anyone not able to attend the Fun Run wishing to make a donation can do so by making their check payable to the "Molter Family Fund" and send it,

c/o Bob Barnhart, 870 South Collier Blvd; Unit # 202; Marco Island, FL 34145. I will post the amount raised for Jennifer when totalled and will forward all funds to the family.

If you are planning to attend our Fun Run, please post your RSVP here or let me know by phone or e mail so we can make proper preparations.

Thank you kindly,
Bob Barnhart Cell: 239-776-0481
e mail: [email protected]

Also in a fund raising effort I would like to offer for auction, 3 items for Jennifer's benefit.
If you wish to donate an item for auction please feel free to do so.
You may post your bid here on OSO and I will periodically post the high bidder. Bidding will close at 5 PM on Sunday Feb. 4, 2007.

Item 1 - A week at a 3 bed, 3 bath beachfront condominium on Marco Island, FL at a mutually agreeable time in the next year. I will post pics shortly.
Minimum bid: $1,000.00 suggested value - $3,000.00
Lead bid Sun Jan. 14, 10:30 PM:
f311fr1 Joe Murray $ 1,500.00

Item 2 - Two seats on the 50' Nor Tech PREDATOR Vee at the Poker Runs America Sarasota Poker Run on March 30-31, 2007.
Note: in addition you will enjoy all the usual poker run benefits such as parties, T shirt etc. however you will be responsible for your travel, room and meal expenses.
Minimum bid: $500.00 suggested value - PRICELESS ! How you put a price on that much fun ??
Lead bid Mon. Jan 15th, 9:00 AM
Wildman1 , Steve $500.00

Item 3 - Two seats on PREDATOR on the Fun Run to Naples, Feb 3, 2007.
Note: you will responsible for your travel, room and meal expenses.
Minimum bid: $500.00 suggested value - ?? same as above
Lead bid Mon. Jan 15th, 9:00 AM
Wildman1, Steve $500.00

Item 4 - Donated by CIG42X John Gregario
New York Yankee Jersey in glass case - more details to follow

Item 5 - Donated by The Manace , Dennis Liebman
2 bedroom condo with slip on Catawba Island in Lake Erie [ near Put in Bay !! ] More details to follow on Dennis' return fron vacation later this week.

Originally Posted by florida gator

How close is Marco / this run to Charlotte Harbour?