Wes Skiles Condolences

[mattmexico]

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As I am shocked and speechless I deeply feel the loss of one of my heroes, mentor and friend. My deepest heartfelt condolences go to the family.

Matt

[AB8CD]

When the world loses an artist it is just a little bit smaller and less interesting... But the amazement and appreciation others have for his work was, no doubt, a source of joy in his life. And the inspiration that he gave, even to those he never met, will be his legacy.

God's speed.

[jsteedley]

I met Wes one time at Ginnie and corresponded with him by email. Never met a nicer more genuine person. A great loss to this community and he was a great example of how to treat others.

[Martin Robson]

Lost a true gentleman. RIP Wes

[ScubaGypsy]

I'm sure many people will want to have a beautiful image of Wes's. ......

Are the photographs hanging in the Great Outdoors restaurant in High Springs from Wes? There are a number of wonderful pictures around the dining room and bar.

I've truly enjoy his DVDs and photos including the recent National Geographic issue. God Bless.

[jsteedley]

Are the photographs hanging in the Great Outdoors restaurant in High Springs from Wes? There are a number of wonderful pictures around the dining room and bar.

Yes, I believe they are. I bought the Secrects to be discovered autographed picture at Great Outdoors several years ago. It is the one with the two divers hovering over the ear and a canoer in the background on the santa fe. My favorite diving picture.

[shadowice]

Rest in peace!

Markus

[JillHeinerth]

In Memory of
WESLEY C. SKILES

Memorial Celebration and Service
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
at
Ginnie Springs

The memorial service will begin at 6:00 pm
followed by a celebration of Wes’s life.

Ginnie Springs will be open to our guests
all afternoon. The celebration will last
into the evening. You may want to bring the
beverage of your choice and a picnic
supper or food to share.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers
donations be made in Wes’s name to:
the Alachua Conservation Trust.
alachuaconservationtrust.org

[FW]

Thanks Jill!

[Squirrel Girl]

NPR had a piece on Wes this morning. I just caught the last sentence as I got in the car. Now I found it as a webcast:

http://www.npr.org/blogs/pictureshow...8704761/skiles