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February 12, 2010
Cermele: RIP Captain Phil Harris
By Joe Cermele
I don't care what you're into. Fishing, hunting, trapping, whatever. If you're an outdoorsman and don't dig "Deadliest Catch" on the Discovery Channel, something's wrong. No matter what I'm doing, it will involuntarily cease if I spend more than two minutes watching this show, because I can't stop. If there's a marathon on, forget it...I'm done for the day. Of all the captains on the show, Phil Harris of the Cornelia Marie was easily my favorite, so it saddened me to find out that he passed away Tuesday.
According to stories in the New York Times and Tulsa World, Harris suffered a stroke on January 29th while unloading king crabs at Alaska's St. Paul Island. He was flown to Anchorage where it seemed he was improving, when he suddenly died earlier this week.
If you watch the show, you know that both his sons were part of the Cornelia Marie crew. They issued this statement:
“It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our dad — Captain Phil Harris. Dad has always been a fighter and continued to be until the end. For us and the crew, he was someone who never backed down. We will remember and celebrate that strength. Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and prayers. — Jake and Josh Harris.”
I certainly didn't know Phil Harris any better than anyone who watches "Deadliest Catch," but if nothing else, you've got to respect a guy who made his living out on those hellish seas. I see a forecast for wind over 15 miles per hour and start to second guess a day on the boat. No doubt the show will still be good, but it won't be quite the same. All those captains are rough-and-tumble if you ask me, but Phil was just a little more badass -- JC
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Comments (32)
Couldn't agree more. Was shocked to hear of his passing. He was the MAN, in every sense of the word. I'll still watch, but Deadliest Catch definitely won't be the same w/o Phil. Hope his boys keep on fishin'.
well said. we are short one tough dude.
i have to say his attitude and character will be dearly missed on the show. he illustrated more than other captains what it looked like to have a family on the boat and the worry and stress that goes into that dangerous job my prayers are with his sons and family.
Ditto to all the above.
He was fun to watch, crusty as all get-out, chain smoker, but loved what he did.
He'll be missed.
I totally agree, I was shocked when I saw the message on discovery channel last night; my jaw dropped wide open. He was really the only reason I kept watching the show, because he made it more interesting.
Its sad to here of his passing. That is a great show.
Rest in peace skiper.Phil Harris will be missed
the man unapologetically lived life on his own terms successfully. we should all as lucky to do so. sympathy to all his family and friends.
my he be in heaven an hour before the devil even knows he's died.
Tough life he chose, confronting Mother Nature on a daily basis. This man was no Wimp and deserves our respect. R.I.P., b.t.w. I love King Crab and after watching these guys understand it's high price.
One of my favorites on the show as well...his interactions with his sons remind me all to well of irritating the heck out of my own father...the guys are tough and real on that show, one of the reasons I watch it...
We like to take a moment of silence and pray for Captain Phil Harris family..If you don't mind, I like to offer a prayer for him...
God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.
Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
I pray in hope for Captain Phil Harris family,
relatives and friends,
and for all the dead known to You alone.
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen!!!
RIP Cap'n. I salute you. Say hi to Davey Jones for me.
RIP Capt. Phil.... You did your job well and alongside you 2 sons.
Deadliest Catch won't be the same
my favorite capyain on the show i dont believe it will be the same
Man I wasn't prepared for that shock when I logged on. I love watching those guys I know what it's like to live on nicotine, caffeine and adrenaline. It takes it's toll obviously but I bet he wouldn't change any of it. I feel for his sons and hope they can keep there family tradition alive. I have felt I have known them for years and I know Phil struggled with his health the last few years. A good man gone...
Brings to mind son of a son of a Sailor by Buffett think i will play it in efigy for Capt.Phil,from the waters i come and i shall return.My sympathy to the family.May your ship always sail the calm waters Capt. Phil
agreed i always watch this show, and have a tremendous amount of respect for guys who have to work hard and EARN their living...rest in peace phil
Fisherman's Prayer
God grant that I may live to fish,
until my dying day,
And when it comes to my last cast,
I then most humbly pray,
When in the Lord's safe landing net,
I'm peacefully asleep,
That in his mercy I be judged,
As big enough to keep.
(Author Unknown)
May you find fair winds, and following seas Captian Phil.
Anybody who watched the show would have guessed this would happen and soon. The man almost died on the bridge on one episode. Capt'n Harris lived his life on his own terms and at least gained the gift of dying fairly quickly, rather than lingering as a half alive husk of a man. Better to drop in harness, He crews Hela's Ship now. At least the crabs he fished won't pick his bones in Davy Jones Locker.
Deadliest catch won't be the same anymore. In "The Shootist" when the doc tells John Wayne's character he is dying Duke says "but doc you said I was as strong as a bull". And Jimmy Stewart as the doc says "yes, but even a bull dies" and so we have lost the captain.
Bella, That pic is much better than the old one.
Some almighty big shoes left to fill.God musta needed a little help on the bridge.Cpt,PHIL you will be missed.
RIP, Captain Phil.
A cast iron stud among fishermen to be sure.
Good by Captain Phil, we will miss you!
A brief candle; both ends burning
An endless mile; a bus wheel turning
A friend to share the lonesome times
A handshake and a sip of wine
So say it loud and let it ring
We are all a part of everything
The future, present and the past
Fly on proud bird
You're free at last.
Written by Charlie Daniels en route to the funeral for his friend, Ronnie Van Zant of the band, Lynyrd Skynyrd.
One tough MOFO. In these pathetic times we need as many men like that as we can get. You wish someone like that would take better care of themselves, but that is never their way.
I would like to see the two sons have their own show.
I love that show but it will never be the same...RIP Phil
he reminded me so much of my dad. fisherman too and dropped "on the job" way back now.. hope jake and josh r ok, or will be eventually.. loosing such a pillar of strenght is hard as hell.. but atleast he gets to go to valhall.. dying with your sword in your hand today translates to dying on the job..
Tough man in a tough business. He earned the respect of everyone who watched that program. Truth was always better than fiction. May his family find comfort in the truth and image he left behind. Helluvva man.
If you looked up the word "GRIZZLED" there would be a picture of Captn' Phil.
May he rest in peace, he "fought the good fight" and won.
May GOD look after his family and friends in their time of need.
May he rest in peace.JOE
I love that show but it will never be the same...
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We like to take a moment of silence and pray for Captain Phil Harris family..If you don't mind, I like to offer a prayer for him...
God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.
Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
I pray in hope for Captain Phil Harris family,
relatives and friends,
and for all the dead known to You alone.
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen!!!
Fisherman's Prayer
God grant that I may live to fish,
until my dying day,
And when it comes to my last cast,
I then most humbly pray,
When in the Lord's safe landing net,
I'm peacefully asleep,
That in his mercy I be judged,
As big enough to keep.
(Author Unknown)
May you find fair winds, and following seas Captian Phil.
Couldn't agree more. Was shocked to hear of his passing. He was the MAN, in every sense of the word. I'll still watch, but Deadliest Catch definitely won't be the same w/o Phil. Hope his boys keep on fishin'.
i have to say his attitude and character will be dearly missed on the show. he illustrated more than other captains what it looked like to have a family on the boat and the worry and stress that goes into that dangerous job my prayers are with his sons and family.
Rest in peace skiper.Phil Harris will be missed
the man unapologetically lived life on his own terms successfully. we should all as lucky to do so. sympathy to all his family and friends.
my he be in heaven an hour before the devil even knows he's died.
Brings to mind son of a son of a Sailor by Buffett think i will play it in efigy for Capt.Phil,from the waters i come and i shall return.My sympathy to the family.May your ship always sail the calm waters Capt. Phil
A brief candle; both ends burning
An endless mile; a bus wheel turning
A friend to share the lonesome times
A handshake and a sip of wine
So say it loud and let it ring
We are all a part of everything
The future, present and the past
Fly on proud bird
You're free at last.
Written by Charlie Daniels en route to the funeral for his friend, Ronnie Van Zant of the band, Lynyrd Skynyrd.
he reminded me so much of my dad. fisherman too and dropped "on the job" way back now.. hope jake and josh r ok, or will be eventually.. loosing such a pillar of strenght is hard as hell.. but atleast he gets to go to valhall.. dying with your sword in your hand today translates to dying on the job..
well said. we are short one tough dude.
Ditto to all the above.
He was fun to watch, crusty as all get-out, chain smoker, but loved what he did.
He'll be missed.
I totally agree, I was shocked when I saw the message on discovery channel last night; my jaw dropped wide open. He was really the only reason I kept watching the show, because he made it more interesting.
Its sad to here of his passing. That is a great show.
Tough life he chose, confronting Mother Nature on a daily basis. This man was no Wimp and deserves our respect. R.I.P., b.t.w. I love King Crab and after watching these guys understand it's high price.
One of my favorites on the show as well...his interactions with his sons remind me all to well of irritating the heck out of my own father...the guys are tough and real on that show, one of the reasons I watch it...
RIP Capt. Phil.... You did your job well and alongside you 2 sons.
Deadliest Catch won't be the same
my favorite capyain on the show i dont believe it will be the same
Man I wasn't prepared for that shock when I logged on. I love watching those guys I know what it's like to live on nicotine, caffeine and adrenaline. It takes it's toll obviously but I bet he wouldn't change any of it. I feel for his sons and hope they can keep there family tradition alive. I have felt I have known them for years and I know Phil struggled with his health the last few years. A good man gone...
agreed i always watch this show, and have a tremendous amount of respect for guys who have to work hard and EARN their living...rest in peace phil
Deadliest catch won't be the same anymore. In "The Shootist" when the doc tells John Wayne's character he is dying Duke says "but doc you said I was as strong as a bull". And Jimmy Stewart as the doc says "yes, but even a bull dies" and so we have lost the captain.
Bella, That pic is much better than the old one.
Some almighty big shoes left to fill.God musta needed a little help on the bridge.Cpt,PHIL you will be missed.
RIP, Captain Phil.
A cast iron stud among fishermen to be sure.
Good by Captain Phil, we will miss you!
One tough MOFO. In these pathetic times we need as many men like that as we can get. You wish someone like that would take better care of themselves, but that is never their way.
I would like to see the two sons have their own show.
I love that show but it will never be the same...RIP Phil
Tough man in a tough business. He earned the respect of everyone who watched that program. Truth was always better than fiction. May his family find comfort in the truth and image he left behind. Helluvva man.
If you looked up the word "GRIZZLED" there would be a picture of Captn' Phil.
May he rest in peace, he "fought the good fight" and won.
May GOD look after his family and friends in their time of need.
RIP Cap'n. I salute you. Say hi to Davey Jones for me.
Anybody who watched the show would have guessed this would happen and soon. The man almost died on the bridge on one episode. Capt'n Harris lived his life on his own terms and at least gained the gift of dying fairly quickly, rather than lingering as a half alive husk of a man. Better to drop in harness, He crews Hela's Ship now. At least the crabs he fished won't pick his bones in Davy Jones Locker.
May he rest in peace.JOE
I love that show but it will never be the same...
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