JB has passed away

Maclin

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Saddened to hear this. He had a way with the words in all his articles and replies. My respect for him grew in leaps and bounds every time I read one of his replies or we "talked" on the forums. Pure class, he will be missed.
 

bigdee

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Rest in Peace JB. Enjoyed the keyboard friendship but looking more forward to meeting you one day!
 

scipper77

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Since I have been a member this is the 4'th time we have lost a Moderator. For some reason this time feels different. While the loss is tremendous I don't feel like it is a tragedy. I was aware of some of JB's health problems in recent years so I think he was at peace and that really softens the blow.

Having said that, JB had a way of maintaining a high moral standard around here without ever bringing disrespect to anybody. He had a gift for maintaining order without ever compromising anybodies dignity. Every once in a while I would post advice for someone that was more moral than technical in nature. I can remember a few times where JB would let me know that he liked the advise that I had given. His approval always meant a lot to me because I had so much respect for that man.

On a final note, I wish nothing but the best for his family. I'm sure that this loss is significant.
 

nlain

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RIP JB. This is a great loss for this boating community, many laughs, much advice and he was always ready and willing. Thoughts and prayers to his family in this time of need.
 

clanton

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Sad to here about JB. Except for JB I would not have became a member of Iboats.
 
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lncoop

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Oh no! The first PM I ever received on any message board was from Mr. JB. I was griping about coolers not being made the way they used to be made and he offered to send me some of his for the cost of shipping. I've shared many a joke with him over the last few years, and the only disagreement we ever had he handled with characteristic class. He was the quintessential gentleman and the embodiment of everything that makes iboats such a special place. Red Skies At Night Mr. JB. We'll miss you.
 

nwcove

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Condolences to his family and friends.....wish i could have met him in person.
 

Bondo

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Farewell my friend, 'n another of my mentors,.... Thank you JB for bein' who you are,....
 

angus63

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I don't think there was anyone more devoted to this forum. The Red Sky is more distinguished with an added touch of gray. Peace JB.
 

gonfishn

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JB and I fished the same waters in Mn. He was the calmer in those early days of Iboats when we got outa hand. I am sorry we did not get to wet our lines on Leech lake. Spinner and you now can share that fishn trip together. I will never forget when I got zapped by JB on the thread "I WANNA A BRIDGE". I was not the only one here that experienced the long arm of the law. You will be missed my friend.
 
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rickdb1boat

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Such sad news. He made this forum a better place to be and will be remembered fondly. RIP my friend..
 

lakelover

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Will miss him for sure. His knowledge and wisdom always came across well in his posts; never too shy to say what was on his mind, and always said it in a good way. I thank him for all his advice and for what he added to these forums.
 

tomdinwv

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JB was full on information and very kind to share it here with us on iboats. I learned early on in my visits here that he was a man that knew what he was talking about. I found many answers to my questions by reading questions posted by others. Many, many times the answers I needed were supplied by JB. My reading here also brought me to the conclusion that JB was not afraid to speak his mind. The world needs more folks like JB. He always seemed to try to lead people in the right direction. I will miss seeing his posts here on iboats. I wish you smooth water JB.
 
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