In Loving Memory…
King Captain Timothy Brown
“He lit up a room,” said Kate Miano, a close friend who also served with Brown as last year’s queen of Fantasy Fest. “He had such a good heart and amazing smile.”
She described Brown’s cooking skills and weekly dinner parties with him and Bob Liebe, Brown’s best friend and business partner in the Skinny Dipper charter business.
“He was so proud of getting his captain’s license,” Miano said, and also recalled Brown’s accomplishments in the fashion world before moving to Key West permanently in 1992.
The Texas native was a high-fashion model whose work appeared in GQ, the Italian Vogue and Ralph Lauren. He worked in Paris, Milan and Tokyo, Miano said.
But upon arriving in Key West, Brown cultivated his love of the water and, with Liebe as a business partner, started the local charter business that specializes in sunset cruises, harbor tours, dive trips and other custom charters.
“Key West has lost one of its royal family,” said Gregg McGrady, another former Fantasy Fest king and a friend of “Capt. Tim.” “His giving nature was as big as his contagious smile and he will be greatly missed.”
Friends and family are planning a memorial service for early next week, and details will be forthcoming.
Mandy Bolen Via
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I just randomly came across this is a search for something totally unrelated and it just proves that evrything is in one way or another…I lived with Timothy and duke for almost a year in the early 80s when I was working at elite models and he was working Peter Marlowe…I was young, naive and new to the big city and he took me under his wing, dressed me up, took me to the most fantastic parties, restaurants and taught me so much about so many things…he was a wonderful cook and he could never have a meal without making it look like art…he had such a lovely spirit and you really could not be in a room with him and not feel good…after I left new York, we stayed in touch through the early 90s and then as often happens life got int the way and we lost touch with each other…I was in key west just a year ago and I wish I had known that’s where he had landed but I am so happy that he was so happy in his life…looking at the photos posted here and all of the thoughts left here I can see that he did not change much from when I knew him…he was very important to me and someone I loved…
I met Timothy in 2003. We instantly became close friends. I had the pleasure of living with Timothy between 2008 and 2009. There are no words to describe what Timothy meant to me. Every minute of every day I miss him very much. His laughter, his cantor, his warm hugs and smiles. Some of my most incredible memories are because of Timothy. He passed away before I could see him again, but I think he would have never wanted that way. I wish I could been there with him to tell him just how much he meant to me and just how much of an impact he had made in my life. I truly love and miss him dearly….. I love you Timothy. I know you are with me everyday. My Guardian Angel from above.
TImothy and I met while modeling in Japan, and we lived together for awhile in New York when he was working for Peter Marlowes company.
Now I’m really dating us, but I still remember when we bought our first Walkman’s, and we shared headphone jacks and danced thru the streets of Tokyo listening to Haircut 100 Boy Meets Girl. I also give him credit for turning me on to Patsy Cline and spending one entire night drinking saki and serenading me with all her hits.
Timothy did come to LA a few years ago and it was great to see him and find him to still have that wonderful childlike optimism he had back in our youth.
I’m sad to hear he left this life in such a short time BUT I’m happen to hear his spirit will live on in SO MANY PEOPLE on this earth!!!
Nora Felder
Timothy was an enormous spirit of love and laughter. He brightened any room by just walking in… heck, he brightened the day by walking outside! Most of you had the pleasure of meeting him. I had the honor of loving him and being loved by him. An earthly and spiritual blessing I shall cherish for the rest of my life.
His passing really caught me off guard and shook me to my core and it is only now that I can start reminiscing about our times together. I always knew in my heart I would have many more great times and memories with him. I was looking forward to seeing him soon and I am heartbroken that he left the planet way too early.
Thank you to everyone who shared such great memories here!
Last June, I joined friends to spend the day at Ballast Key and have lunch with the owner of the island. We took Skinny Dipper charters, a great experience with Captain Timmy at the helm and first mate Ruben at his side. From the minute I saw the writing across their Speedos, to the constant entertainment factor, I fell for the entire act, and actors. We all had a fabulous time that day (google “A Day at Ballast Key” for photos of Tim) and the special bonding occurred that happens with a grand happy shared adventure.
I saw Tim a few days before he left for surgery in Miami. In spite of his situation, he did brighten when he saw me, big hugs and kisses. He was uplifting somehow while he was telling me his news. How did he do that? It was only the second time I saw him. Special amazing cool good person, another sad loss to the community. But we better be merry, that’s what he was about.
I became friends with Tim about five years ago somewhere on Love Lane. Oh, how I’m going to miss his greeting me always with that beautiful smile and “Hi Beautiful”. I’d like to share this with all of you who will always be Tim’s ‘friend’: “Don’t be dismayed at good-byes. A farewell is necessary before you can meet again. And meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends.” Until we meet again, Tim……..
I became friends with Tim about a year and a half ago and although our friendship was relatively short, we connected. I’m sure many of you can relate to the way Tim was able to give you his undivided attention, listen and respond. He had the ability to make you feel exceedingly deserved. I can’t think of any greater characteristics in a friend or man.
Tim often asked me to give him the bottom line in terms of my personal opinion on a life question he might have. We would have these conversations and it was during these times that we began to connect on a more intimate level. Asking for honesty while offering it in kind is a type of grace I suppose. Even in such a small period of time Timothy turned normal friendly banter from shades of grey into Technicolor. He brought an infectious, satisfactory vibrancy not just to our exchanges but my life.
Knowing Tim has reminded me to listen first. Ask questions. Be honest. Create time for others. Laugh at myself. And above all else- LOVE NOW. He was my captain, my king and my dear friend. He will forever be the man who taught me to live vulnerably and risk it all for that intimate, bright, stunning connection. In truth, there’s nothing more important. As we all know, tomorrow is not promised. Miss you, baby……
-KMB
Capt. Timothy Came into my life while back home to do the production of Naked Boys Singing! Key West in 2008. The cast was auctioned off for “Lunch with a Naked Boy,….Not Lunch with a Boy Naked” during our stint at the Waterfront Playhouse. Being the Conch in the cast, I was auctioned off opening night. As fate would have it, my lunch date turned out to be Timothy. One of the few people in that opening night crowd I didn’t know, that was soon to change.
Tim and I had our lunch at Square One Restaurant (also my first employer at the ripe age of 14), so the lunch was already a special occasion. Little did I know I was going to make a friend who not only made my trip back home for the show outrageously entertaining, but also someone who was so kind, outgoing, and loving. He invited me to a dinner with Bob on Love Lane, he brought me into his circle of friends, and he let me into his life.
I didn’t know Timothy all that long, but the time we shared together will be with me forever. His laugh, his smile, his outlook were all things we should remember when thinking of a friend we lost much too soon!
You’ll always be in my thoughts and in my heart friend! Sail on in the Ocean in the Sky!
-Spence
I am so sad to hear of Timothy’s passing. He was truly a great friend, whether you met him once or knew him for years. I met Timothy on my last visit to Key West. He was the highlight of our trip. We were there during a particularly cold and rainy spell, and were pouting about the weather. He swept us up and out on his boat the first day of sunshine. He was dying to get out on the water; it has been over a week and he was needing his fix. Being a fellow boater, we shared the love of boating, and he let me drive the “Skinny Dipper”. He was so happy to get his captain’s license and talked of getting a bigger boat; one that would make it to Cuba. He was sure that Obama would soon lift the restrictions on Cuba. After our adventure at sea, he showed us his beautiful ‘palace’ and all his collections, the ‘cottage’ and pool; he played the piano; we ate some of his marvelous cooking; he shared his ‘portfolio’; and of course, he adorned his most prized possession, his lovely crown, staff & ring as King of Fantasy Fest 2008. (”Pearls, Tierra, Wave!”) We hung out several times after that during our stay. Although I visited Key West several times over the past 15+ years, I knew I had met someone truly special and looked forward to a long, loving friendship with Captain Timothy.
I was in Key West the Monday before he passed away, and tried to reach him before my arrival and his surgery, but we missed each other. I heard through a mutual friend of his cancer and surgery in Miami. As of that time, he had made it through surgery with flying colors and was expected to be home in a couple days. I’m sad that I missed him on this trip, and of course, always thought I would catch him on my next trip and we would continue our newly-found friendship.
His passing is a huge loss to all those he touched, and no words can really fill the void his passing will bring. But he loved life, and always showed up with a warm smile and a hug. Rest in Peace, King Captain Timmy.
gone too soon.i only hope that tim is sailing the skinny dipper up above and organizing a great yard sale i will miss tim’s great smile
It’s a sad day when someone passes. Capt Timothy will be missed! It’s an even sadder day when his friends start dictating who can come to a public service for him. It just shows that the human race has not truely evolved to a higher level of existence. His service should be for everyone he touched to remember him and celebrate his life. It should not be about his friends personal vendetta’s.
I met Timothy in the early 80’s in New York City. My dear friend and roommate at the time, Jane Bell met Timothy while modeling in Tokyo. They had a special kinship and when Jane returned to New York, Timothy shortly followed. We had such fun times – after all, it was the 80’s…! Never a dull moment. Timothy was always ready for a hug, a laugh, a party. Always a new adventure. He had a wonderful, free spirit and grabbed hold of what life had to offer. With effortless charm, charisma and wicked sense of humor. Everyone wanted to stand next to Timothy at the party.
Years went by, addresses and partners changed, but every so often I’d get a surprise on my answering machine or card in the mail and it would be Timothy saying hello. I was so happy to hear his voice this past May when he said he would be coming to New York to celebrate his 50th birthday and wanted to get together with Jane and I. We had a great time meeting Bob and friends and hearing all about life in Key West. Like good friends, we picked up right where we left off. As if no time had passed. He talked about his love of Key West and wanted to share it with everyone – encouraging us to visit. So, in September, my partner Lisa and I took the trip. Lisa used to live in Key West, but I’d never been. From the moment he greeted us at the front steps til we waved goodbye, we had a wonderful time. There were moments that I felt like I was 23 again – Timothy had a way of bringing that out in you. (And yes, what happens in Key West, stays in Key West!!) But, there were serious times too – the day we arrived was the day Timothy found out about the impending surgery. We tried to make the best of it, and now, looking back on a conversation so poignant is how he said Key West would be the last place he would live – and if he died tomorrow, he died knowing he had a full and rich life. He felt at peace with his life.
As everyone, I’m still shocked he has left us so soon. He brought such life to everyone around him. I wish we could bring life back into him. But as Timothy would say, I think it’s martini time and I hope he’s sharing one with Michael Josie, a dear love of Timothy’s, right now. They are finally back together.
I will miss Timothy. He was one of a kind. A dear friend with ready smile and boisterous laugher.
A real gentleman.
xoxo
Timothy and I were barely 20 years old when we met and embarked on a friendship together that would last 30 years. We met in Tokyo as models. Timothy was everything I wanted to be: outgoing, funny, adventuresome, glamorous, not to mention the most desirable model and the center of every group. He knew he had what it took!! I never met anyone who could laugh about himself and be so comfortable with who he was. At the same time he always made those around him feel so special.He really cared about others. I have so many memories that I could share. Especially of our time in New York together with Billie Brouse, Michael Josie and David Nelson.
However, one of my fondest memories was when he proposed marriage to me. We both lived in New York but we were going to a wedding in Dallas. It was a long drive and we stopped for lunch at a roadside diner. I ordered the fried chicken and mashed potatoes. Timothy seemed so excited and so happy. When the waitress arrived to serve us, several of the other waitresses were also hovering about. In fact the whole establishment was staring at us. I didn’t realize why, until I looked at my plate and saw the ring box planted firmly in the mashed potatoes. I opened it and found the most beautiful diamond ring. Timothy promptly dropped to his knee and said, “Jane, I love you like I will never love another woman and I want you to marry me.”
Now, I am a completely straight woman who was hoping for a committed heterosexual relationship and I have to admit that I was floored! I told him that I loved him too and gave him a kiss and the whole restaurant broke into applause and hearty congratulations. I called my mother from a payphone and asked for advice. I loved Timothy and he was so earnest and seemed so happy. I couldn’t say no: he was TIMOTHY! I later told him that I couldn’t marry him because I knew that it couldn’t work the way I wanted it to. But I also told him that it meant so much to me and that it was a moment I would never forget. He said that he knew I would say no, but that he bought the ring and wanted me to keep it forever. He told me that if there were ever a woman that he wanted to marry that it would be me. Whenever we spoke or saw each other over the years, he asked me if I ever thought of the ring or looked at it and thought of his love. I truly replied that I often thought of it and valued it as a beautiful token of our love and friendship.
James and I are married for 17 years now with 3 children. I have told them all about Timothy and the ring, and what it meant to us. I have told them about our special friendship, the wonderful times we shared and the incredible person Timothy was. My youngest daughter said, “I hope I can meet someone who is that special in my life Mom” and I all I could say was “ I really hope you can too.”
We are all blessed to have known you Timothy. We love you and will miss you.
Last June, I joined friends to spend the day at Ballast Key. We took Skinny Dipper charters, a great experience with Captain Timmy at the helm and first mate Ruben at his side. From the minute I saw the writing across their Speedos and throughout the constant entertainment during the day, I fell for the entire act, and actors. We all had a fabulous time that day (google “A Day at Ballast Key” blurb.com for photos of Tim). The special bonding occurred that happens with a grand happy shared adventure.
I saw Tim a few days before he left for surgery in Miami. In spite of his situation, he greeted me like a dear old friend, like a sister with big hugs and kisses. He was cool and steady while he was telling me his news, somehow interjecting humor. How did he do that? It was only the second time I saw him. Special amazing cool good person, another sad loss to the community. We were all lucky to have had the opportunity to feel his soaring soul.
after a brief 2 year love affair, timothy was my best friend for 30 more years. i never thought that there would be a life without him… there is an old expression that applies here “when we come into this life we cry and the world rejoices. when we leave this life we rejoice and the world cries. for my friend my dear love timothy, the world is crying.
God speed timothy
this life was never meant for one as beautiful as you.
davido
Captain Timothy perfectly expressed the compassion and caring of our unique community.
We are richer for having had him in our lives – and motivated to be the best we can be from his example.
His spirit lives on in that desire… JT
Dearest Timothy,
“THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES !!”
I met Timothy in Dallas 14 years ago. He arrived at my house with a group of friends to walk down the street to the 1st Annual Camp Bluffview Party. ( a fundraiser at a private estate across the street from John Ramos & Dave Starkeys’ home. They help sponser the event )
He quickly became my closest & dearest friend!
I can now reflect back with so much gratitude that I was fortunate to spend so much time with him for a number of years. Timothy had so many friends & acquaintances all over the world.
He adored his loving sister Tyna & husband Bruce ( gotta love that name ), his niece Angie & nephew Daniel & their husbands and his younger sister Pony who passed away several years ago.
When he left TX to move to Key West, I knew in my heart he was Home. Each visit to Key West would end with the sense of Joy knowing that Timothy was living his dream in Key West with his dear friend Bob, Sushi, Bobby and so many more…hell, the whole Island knew, loved & adored him & laughed with him !!!!
My last correspondence with Timothy was via text on Oct 25 at 11:43am from his hospital room in Miami…
” I’m going home tomorrow.Yeah! it’s been a hard journey but the outlook looks good. I do have a permanent Halloween mask LOL. But no more cancer….praise…”
I responded at 12:39 pm with ” Oh Timothy….I know you are going thru a lot..I had tears of joy & love & concern each time I’ve talked to Bob..you are in my thoughts a lot…….I know there is so much more love & laughs for you in life….love you tons, Bruce”
ALL OF US & THE WORLD MISSES YOU TIMOTHY BROWN,
BUT THE WORLD IS A BETTER WORLD & SO MANY LIVES ARE BETTER LIVES BECAUSE OF YOU !!
Dearest Timothy, I love you tons !!!!
I met Timothy in 1981 in Dallas where I lived for 27 years. We were both modeling for a GQ Shot. A wonderful friendship developed for 28 years. I did not see Timothy that often, but when I did we picked right back up where we left off. I will miss his big personality and bigger smile. Love, Jeff (Lighthouse Point, Florida)
We will miss you Tim.
Sometimes, “The candle that burns twice as bright, burns half as long, and you burned very, very brightly Timothy.” (Blade Runner). You inspired all and lived with a huge sense of adventure… we will miss you dear friend and sweet angel.
Much Love,
Rob
I did not know Timothy well, but every time we met he was extremely kind, always empathetic but still fun. I am so sad that he had to pass at such a young age. I am especially sorry because I know he brightened the lives of all those around him, and he was one of my mother Kate’s best friends. I am glad that he lived such a happy life, I only wish it could have gone on longer. Rest In Peace.
It was always such a pleasure to be in Tim’s company,
always so energetic, always so positive, always so “hey, I’ve got a crazy idea but let’s try to pull it off.”
Our community grew larger because of Tim, and now we are one huge heart smaller.
But his energy, his smile, the love he exuded to all around him, will be with us all – always.
We ARE a family and Tim was the devilishly loving brother to us all.
Our loss is profound.
But our gain will live on – within everyone he touched.
What a man! What a brother! What a wonderful, generous, funny, kind, wise, and big-heatred knuckle-head of a fun-ster.
His legacy is such a wonderful one: we shall all be better people for having had the great good fortune of having him in our lives.
I’am so happy, proud and thankful that I met Timothy last year.
Such a unique and amazing person will always be in my heart.
In love – Liane from Germany (”the mum”)
I did not know Captain Timothy as well as many others but knew enough to realize he was a truly wonderful man who will be sadly missed by everyone. He was the kind of person who touched lives, a person who when you met him, you would never forget him and who was always seen smiling and bringing joy to those around him. We will miss you Tim.
One of the greatest guys I know in KW. Will miss you. Tim u did look great modeling on my motorcycle
Drew
We knew Timothy before he was a King and Captian. Yes it is true. The Timothy we met was a sweet hardworking Southern boy without special titles and recognition. Our good friend and neighbor. After he moved to Key West we couldnt wait to go see him and his new life. We knew instantly he was finally home. The Texas girls come to Key West several times a year to see our Best Friend in the world Timothy. We are on our way to the airport right know to be as close as possible to Timoth’ys freinds and family. Timothy loved Key West and we love Timothy so i guess we all have a lot in common. Long live the King!!!!! Lezlie and Shannon
I join with many others in our Key West Family in expressing a sense of loss and shock at loosing
Cpt. Timothy Brown.
I had the good fortune to visit today with his sister, Tyna, at the MCC service which she attended, and to hear about their times growing up together in Texas.
I met Timothy though my good friend Bob Leiby. He was formally a model, and helped me as a photo Stylist at Key Wester Magazine. Since he had worked all over the world his help and knowledge made my work much easier and more professional. Timothy was a multifaceted man of great talent, be it planning a cruise for someone on the Skinny Dipper, or teaching my partner, Randy (another Texan) how to properly toss a salad.
I was privileged that he asked me to take the photo of him which Bob Leiby and the wonderful, beautiful Queen Kate Miano used to make a cardboard cutout to be on stage at this year’s coronation. During this shoot, Timothy and Kenneth came over to have lunch with Randy and I. Kenneth and Randy spent lots of time making sure that the King’s cape and beads were “just so.” Little did I know that it would be the last photo that I ever took of him.
Right before his surgery I brought over a take out dinner to Bob Leiby’s comfortable Love Lane residence. Timothy performed miracles in the kitchen on this meal which turned out to taste and look far better than what I had gotten. I only wish I had a tenth of his talent!
I, like so many others, have lost a wonderful friend and light has gone out in my life that won’t be replaced. I am truly blessed that I was able to share a small part of Captain Timothy’s wonderful journey.
Pete Arnow
timothy,
my dear sweet loving charitable gentle extravagant outrageous exquisite charming impish enchanting gallant spirited salacious adorable romantic divine elegant treasured friend, truly gracing my life with your soul,
are loved and missed.
adriane
Hello Friends of The Captain and King
Timothy had two dogs, a small mix breed which he adopted after his neighbor died. Piquena is a little cutie with short hair and the sweetest disposition. She is a bit up there in years, not sure exactly how old, but still gets around great (kind of like me). His other girl is Star who is a large loveable boxer, Pretty sure full bred. Star is less than 2 years old and has been to school and is also very sweet and well behaved. These are both lap dogs and love to snuggle with you on the couch and sleep with you if you let them. Not barkers, just sweet, sweet dogs.
Both of these dogs now need a loving home. THere is NO WAY that these dogs should go to the SPCA. I am hoping that one of Captain Timothy’s friends could find a place in their home and their heart for one or both of them. If you are interested, please call Kate at 923-4617.
As I sit here on this Fantasy Fest/Halloween night, I am sad. I am remembering back exactly one year ago today. As I celebrated our King Captain Timothy and our Queen Kate’s big win.
Timothy and I were such special friends. I told him he was my big brother as I was his little sister. I was so happy to be with him in his final hours. We sat on his Couch as he put his head on my chest, I rubbed his head and said how much I loved him. He gave me a costume that he had last year for fantasy fest. We took funny pictures of him and I and had one moment of him drawing me a picture of a man that he said was standing behind me. He said To me am I going crazy…I said no….You are blessed. I was so happy he called me to be there for him. Thank you too everyone who loved him. I know I greatly did and miss our time we always had for each other. Thank you for impacting my life. You will live on.
Your Sis…………Rebecca
What a heartbreak.
I just finished writing and rewriting my King Captain Timothy’s obit. This is truly unbelievable for everyone. We will be having a celebration of his life on Wed at 6pm at the Gardens.
This will be in tomorrow’s citizen as well. If anyone is coming in from out of town and needs rooms, I have information and can be reached on my cell : 923-4617.
I sure do remember one year ago today.
queen kate 08
Tim wanted a tamale. We planned to have one together as soon as he could eat.. I woke on the day after he came home went to my facebook…. My heart broke. Tim was so special as all who knew him will remember. Tim was mentoring me to help me get back on hiv meds, after three years and down to 7 tcells. I am back on now over three weeks.. Thank you My Captain. Thank you. I miss you. I will always miss you. I was truly blessed and saved by his Love. I too have become reacquainted with tears I know they are selfish but they flow freely for our loss. God bless us all.
At the request of Kate Miano and friends, Wodu Media (and very specifically Peter Downie) built this kingcaptaintimothy.com to capture and reflect a living memory of the specialness that was Captain Timothy Brown. As a project, this site will grow and develop as the days pass with additional features. Yet it will continue to be this: A place to immortalize our friend.
For me, Captain Timmy was a love affair. We met at Pearl’s Rainbow at the 2009 Womankind fundraiser during Womansfest. That’s right. I had just met Captain Timmy a month and a half ago.
The party was a really good one with music by Jennifer Corday. It was really kicking. But there was this guy who stood out from everyone. He was just adorable. It was as if light radiated from him.
Only people who know me know I’m the kind of guy who will walk up to such a person, shake his hand, and tell him at face value “You are a beautiful person.” Like I said I didn’t know him, I just was calling it like I saw it. “I’m Captain Timmy” he said.
He smiled that smile and said thank you and I knew I was right. I leaned in and said into his ear over the music “It’s like you are a grown-up big kid. You just have a youth about you.” He brightened and I was charmed and instantly won over. I gave him my card and it was love at first sight. I know now that was the affect he had on people. Once you met him, you just knew.
The next time I saw Captain Timmy was at Kwest. I had stopped in to see Tom Luna bartending. As I walked in Tim was there with friends. “MIKE!” he yelled and seeing him again I was smitten.
The time before last I saw him was at the AIDS Help auction at Bourbon Street. He was beautiful. (Like I said I’m smitten.) It just really struck me how great he looked and how he had been living the life here for all these years. (20, I think.)
He came over after the auction to hang with Gassy Winds and the Mar-Keys and I grabbed him and said to whoever was taking pictures “Get this photo!” And they did. And I thank god for that moment. I truly do. Because I had no idea…
…anyhow the last time I got to see Captain Timmy was at his home on Florida. I was bringing by a Mike Mongo for Mayor sign to an address that had requested it. What a surprise that it turned out to be Kenneth and Tim. I sat for some time (20 minutes a world to me at that point) and he really appreciated it. And once again I was moved and charmed.
And that was that. I EXPECTED to have lots more of Captain Timmmy. I NEVER thought I would wake up and he would be gone. I TOOK FOR GRANTED how precious and special some things are.
And when I opened up Facebook this past Thursday, and read the comment “RIP Captain Timmy” followed by another and then another, honest to god I couldn’t even breathe. I contacted Tom Luna first and he confirmed and I have spent the past four days just breaking into tears at the drop of a hat.
You see, as it turns out I’m very very selfish and I want a whole lot more Captain Timmy to breathe more life into my day, my world, and all Key West…
…or at least I thought I was. Then I read someone’s comment on Facebook (yes, again) and it read “What are you talking about?! Tim was about laughing and smiling!” And I got it. They were right. So even though I am crying now while writing this—yeah yeah I’m a big softy—I am really happy to have “got in under the wire,” so to speak. I got to be friends with Captain Timmy! I’m the luckiest guy in the whole world! He may be gone in one sense but in another he’s right here right now. And I’m pretty certain that’s how it is for nearly all of us. King Captain Timmy had that kind of affect on people. And MOST GRATEFULLY I have a picture to prove it!
I heard of Timmys passing with great surprise today. He was a wonderful man with a great smile and sense of humor. I will miss seeing the Skinny Dipper on the water and it’s happy Captain very much. I lost my father a few months ago to this terrible disease and feel the sadness that accompanies all it’s innocent victims.
Fair and following seas my friend,
Joe Mitchell