Offshore rescue teams lose one of their own...
07-26-2005, 10:56 AM
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Offshore rescue teams lose one of their own...
It is with deepest sorrow that I write to notify the Offshore Racing community that Rick Holsomback of Key West, Florida, a long time Offshore Rescue "Angel" has lost his battle with cancer this morning July 26, 2005 in South Carolina with family by his side.
Rick has flown as an "Angel" for SBI, APBA, several private teams, and most recently the Offshore Super Series completing the 2004 season in his home town of Key West before retiring due to his illness.
Rick will be saddly missed by his two children; daughter Madison, and son Little Ricky, his family and many friends.
Arrangements are pending and will be posted as they become availible.
God Bless you Rick, watch over us and keep us safe; for you have earned your wings.
Sam Jackson
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Safety/Medical Director Gulf Coast Powerboat Association
Rick has flown as an "Angel" for SBI, APBA, several private teams, and most recently the Offshore Super Series completing the 2004 season in his home town of Key West before retiring due to his illness.
Rick will be saddly missed by his two children; daughter Madison, and son Little Ricky, his family and many friends.
Arrangements are pending and will be posted as they become availible.
God Bless you Rick, watch over us and keep us safe; for you have earned your wings.
Sam Jackson
OSS Angel 4
Safety/Medical Director Gulf Coast Powerboat Association
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07-26-2005, 11:06 AM
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That is very sad news Sam. We ran into Rick often here in the Keys and knew he wasn't doing well but he was always in good spirits.
For those racers who didn't know his last name......he was famous for his tattoos and bandana.....a stand out guy.
For those racers who didn't know his last name......he was famous for his tattoos and bandana.....a stand out guy.
07-26-2005, 11:24 AM
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Rick was a great guy. Our prayers are out to him and his family. God Bless Bro.
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07-26-2005, 01:04 PM
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Rest in peace, Rick. Thank-you for watching over us for all those years. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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