Is this old Call Maker still around?

FinsnFur · December 30, 2009, 07:33:09 PM

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Todd Rahm · December 31, 2009, 09:20:37 PM

Yes he is.....somewhere.

That call was made by Walt Betts.

Hawks Feather · December 31, 2009, 10:05:48 PM

I could remember Walt, but couldn't think of his last name. Must be an age thing.

Jerry

FinsnFur · December 31, 2009, 10:12:30 PM

Yeah, I couldnt think of his last name either. But now that I see it in print, I'm thinking he passed didnt he?

Ole Walt Betts, used to go by NVwalt

Todd Rahm · December 31, 2009, 10:27:13 PM

Yeah, but he didn't pass that I heard of.

His wife who suffered a long time heart issue passed away a lil over a year and a half ago though, and ole Walt vanished a bit. I did manage to chat with him once and he mentioned coming up to go fishing this summer, but haven't heard from him since.

The one I was concerned about was Richard Grantham with all his ailments at his age, I have tried to contact him several times but haven't had any luck.

FinsnFur · December 31, 2009, 10:32:03 PM

Ok ok...I'm recalling bits and pieces but aint putting it together.
I havent heard nothing from Grantham he must have stuck with the ship.

FOsteology · January 03, 2010, 09:59:19 PM

Richard unfortunately passed away November 2008.

Todd Rahm · January 03, 2010, 10:45:16 PM

Thanks Fo is there any links to his info?

FOsteology · January 03, 2010, 10:53:41 PM

Not that I'm aware of.

Richard was from the town I've called home for the past 20 years. He owned and operated a local barber shop and when he retired, moved up the road towards San Antonio (Schertz). Visited with him a few times when he was passing through town to see friends. Nice gentleman.

Todd Rahm · January 03, 2010, 10:59:02 PM

Yeah, he was a dandy fella for sure. Real bad to hear that but I guess it was kinda expected sonner then later.

FinsnFur · January 03, 2010, 11:14:30 PM

wow, I never heard that. Thats too bad.
I never met Richard but I had many opportunities to visit with him on the phone. I'll never forget the ol guys voice.

May he rest in peace.

vvarmitr · January 04, 2010, 08:27:58 AM

Richard was always a well respected guy. I'm really glad I got one of the last calls he made himself.

Lonehowl · January 16, 2010, 02:30:36 PM

I did not know Richard passed away, man, I feel bad.God bless em'. I had some nice conversations with him years ago. Very nice man.

NV Walt can be found over on the California boards, CPC to be specific.
Mark

HuntnCarve · January 16, 2010, 09:27:35 PM

This is the first I heard of Richard's passing. I too am sorry to hear that. He was a good man, and a excellent call maker. May he rest in peace.

Dave