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ObituariesINDEX W.R. (Bill) Wright, 1949-2010
Al Crise, MCCI, 1944-2010
Our friend and fellow fly fisher, Al Crise, passed away and went to be with his Heavenly Father shortly after midnight last night (Wednesday morning). Friends of Ol'Al, "For those of you who would like to make a donation in honor of Al Here are the two places to send them. There will not be any memorial service because Al is still teaching. He donated his body to the North Texas Medical School for the study of cancer. The family said there could be no greater memorial than what Al had on the 6th."
"If any of the clubs would like to open their meetings this next month with prayer we feel that would be appropriate. If I can help please call me." Cell: 682.429.8413 Jim Bass, CCI Al Crise DayA tribute to Al Crise, a Southern Council Legend, was planned for Saturday, February 6, 2010 at the Dinosaur State Park in Glen Rose, Texas. "Hey everyone, just want to invite you all. The Fort Worth Fly Fishers, and many others, are going to recognize Al Crise with a special day. He has touched so many, and we will never be able to thank him enough, but we plan to honor him on February 6th. Come join us for a day full of activities, and share this time with him. If you have any questions about this, please feel free to contact me, at 817-526-4981." Thanks for your support, Russell Husted, President Comments from the day's event!"Just got home from Al Crise Day in Glen Rose - between 90-100 attended and over $2,600 (preliminary numbers) raised in Al's honor to support Casting for Recovery and Reel Recovery programs. Al was able to attend and seemed to really enjoy himself." "It should be noted that he is now having to use a wheelchair since he fell twice last week. Al's time with us is likely short, so if you want to reach out to him — do it sooner than later. Later will likely be too late!" Sheryl Knight "Well, all I can say is 'WOW!!!' Over 100 in attendance, with a few that came all of the way from Kansas, Arkansas, and Louisiana! The day was filled with casting, eating and story telling. The food turned out great and everyone had a great time. Over $3,000.00 was raised for two great organizations. And the weather was perfect!!! Very pleased with the outcome, and it definitely shows we can pull off a bigger event. Many of us decided we should do this every year, in honor of Al, and continue to do the work of the two charities we helped today. I am sure someone will post the pics from the day, soon. Thank you to everyone who came." "Total Dollars Raised: $3,007.00!!" Russell Husted, President If you would like to make a contribution in Al's honor toward these wonderful programs, send your check or money order to:
Have a question for FWFF? Use their online feedback form. Larry Murphy Al Crise Day Planned
If you were present at the 2009 Conclave, you are aware that Al was inducted as a Legend of the Southern Council. For many of us, it is hard to see our friend slip away from us. But it is not too late to let Al know how much he is appreciated and cared about among the Southern Council. So help us shower Al with cards, letters and messages that can be an encouragement to him and his family. Here is Al's mailing address, share it with fellow fly fishers:
Continue to pray for Al and his family during this difficult time. If it be His Will, I ask God to bless Al once again with overcoming his illness. Al, we love you for being our Legend and truly hope you win this fight too! We truly wish to thank you for being so attentive to our needs while you were able. Now it is our turn to be attentive to your needs. Larry Murphy Carolyn Dunn, CCI, 1943-2009Carolyn Dunn was a shining Jewel on earth; she is now a shining Jewel in Heaven. Carolyn passed away at her home in Lafayette with Rusty on Sunday December 20, 2009. She was born in 1943 in Yukon, Oklahoma. Her valued Christian standards were rooted in her early childhood. She lived out her biblical beliefs, volunteering in many areas of her community by helping others less fortunate, through her prayers and her handiwork. Carolyn’s fly fishing interests covered all aspects of the sport. She and Rusty enjoyed fishing for all species in all waters, warm, salt and cold. Her favorite was wild trout.
You may have first met Carolyn at one of the FFF Conclaves in Livingston, Mt. Home, Lake Charles, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, West Yellowstone or up at one of the Toledo Bend Rendezvous. She was always there studying, learning, teaching fly tying, teaching casting. An attractive lady, with a black pony tail, dark rimmed glasses, very intense, leaning over her vise, explaining, teaching, willing you to learn how to tie your perfect flies. Her own ties were exquisite!
As the first FFF woman Certified Casting Instructor in Louisiana you may have met or seen her on the casting lawn, teaching, sharing, intense, showing you how to cast perfect loops. Or you may have been privileged to fly fish with her. She fished all waters, for all fish. She was a serious trout fisher, intensely observing, reading waters, and carefully placing her fly in the best position. Her intense concentration when drifting her fly through a good seam tricked many a trout. Her passion for fly fishing took her and Rusty many places nationally and internationally seeking out new fly fishing adventures. Their years living in Alaska, raising their two sons, with a remote primitive cabin for weekend trips was an experience that shaped their interest in fly fishing. Robert Tabbott Leo Eck, Bamboo Rod Builder, 1936-2009“Leo Edward Eck, 72, of Jacksonville died March 1. He was born Oct. 8, 1936 in Otwell, Ind., to the late Arthur Edward and Mary Lou Preston Eck. Mr. Eck served his country in the Air Force and retired as a chief master sergeant after 26 years. He was also an avid fisherman and enjoyed crafting bamboo rods. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Rutherford; a sister, Rose Severson and a brother, Barry Eck.
Mr. Eck is survived by his wife, Maureen Eck of Jacksonville; a son, Dale Eck of Colorado; two brothers, Anthony Eck of Arizona, and Gary Eck of Indiana. Also surviving him are three grandchildren, Desirae Davidson, Eric Magoon and Keith Magoon, as well as two great-grandchildren, Christopher and Kiera Davidson. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Friday, March 6 at Arkansas State Veteran’s Cemetery in North Little Rock. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Pulaski County, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road., Little Rock, Ark. 72210, 501-227-6166.” - www.arkansasleader.com Associated with the Arkansas Fly Fishers for many years, Leo was considered an inspiration/mentor too many. He was instrumental to the AFF and a big part of its history. His love for building bamboo fly rods reached legend status with numerous donations to club events and time to club members. On behalf of the Arkansas Fly Fishers we would like to send our condolences to Leo’s family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Leo was a good friend to AFF, a wonderful person, and will be sadly missed by all. "For many, many years, Leo has been a fixture in the middle of the third row of exhibitors at the FFF Southern Council Conclave. It was just a “given” that he would be there in that space. Conclave will seem a little emptier without him!" says Pat Smith, managing director retired. Chris Morris Mel Krieger — Teacher, Author and Fly Fisher
It is with great sadness that I must inform you that Mel Krieger passed this morning (October 6th) after a battle with brain cancer. This is a great loss to the fly fishing community. I have no addition at this time but I will pass anything along as it comes to me. Sheryl Knight
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The Mid-South Fly Fishers lost a friend and treasured board member with the passing of Bill Wright on Saturday, March 6. A memorial service is scheduled for Sunday, March 28th at the High Point Funeral Home on 3788 Summer Avenue in Memphis. Visitation will be at 2:00 p.m. for all to join and celebrate Bill's life, Bill's Memorial Service will be at 3:00 p.m. There will be an official obituary in the Commercial Appeal on March 26th or 27th. Bill requested that any memorial donations go to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund URL: 
A member of MSFF since 1996, Bill’s contributions to the world of fly fishing are numerous. His artistic touch is present in the past two editions of the Home Waters book, on our website 
Kathy Gulley
Our friend and fellow fly fisher's medical condition is not improving. The doctors have discovered more lesions in his brain and are removing him from his chemo regime. Although our lives seem never ending, there comes a time - sooner for some and later for others - that it draws to a conclusion. And sadly, this appears true for Al in the months ahead. It is my prayer that Al can maintain his gracious attitude and quality of life while finding peace in his remaining days, even enjoy his life sport of fly fishing.
