Obituaries

Tom Hutchinson, founder of Future Fibres, died recently after a kite-surfing accident on the Isle of Wight in the U.K.

Besenzoni has manufactured boat parts and accessories for more than 50 years.

Omie “Sportsman” Tillett was a revered local boat builder who developed the Outer Banks charter fleet.

In a career spanning half a century, Burrell mentored thousands of employees.

Klockner spent more than 20 years at Sail magazine.

Boone had a long legacy of success at Hatteras Yachts, Jarrett Bay and Bluewater Yacht Sales.

He was one of the early founders of the NMMA’s certification program.

In 1987, Michael Sachs developed the concept of storing boats the same way as people store their personal goods.

An executive at one of his companies said employees are dealing with a “big loss.”

The founder of the Lowrance electronics brand was known for many industry firsts.

Marine industry veteran of 32 years was the driving force behind new Donzi and Fountain models.

“The industry’s first marketing guru” brought Hollywood stars, Universal Studios and a sense of excitement into boating.

An avid boater, the 41st President is remembered fondly by the industry

Finney, most recently with Regal Marine, had a long, successful career with Regal, Luhrs and Grand Banks.

Former Imtra CEO “was trusted and valued by everyone”

The company built yachts for Tiger Woods, country singer Jimmy Dean and others.

David Finkelstein, once called an “admirably authentic American individualist,” designed and built an iconic line of fishing boats.

Rowse died earlier this year at age 74.

Marvin Stanley Perkins of Signal Mountain, Tenn., passed away on Friday, May 18, at the age of 90. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Wanda Marie, and four generations of family.

Jeff Napier, the first president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association, died at his home in Italy after suffering from Parkinson’s disease. He was 78.