Free diving death

[olly]

http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/ ... 30355/1001

RIP Jeremiah. I didn't know this guy, but a lot of my coworkers and friends did. these are some words from a mutual friend... so sad.

" He was born and raised in Hawaii, so he was an experienced surfer, spearfisherman, overall
waterman, and water polo player (organizing weekly games at Punahou pool
for the last 2 years). If it can happen to him, it truly can happen to
anyone. He leaves behind a 2-yr old daughter and a wife who is pregnant.

This tragedy is yet another reminder to be extremely safety-conscious in
our work and recreational activities, especially involving freediving or
any ocean activity. Being constantly vigilant of not only our own
safety, but that of our buddy/friend/coworker, may save a life. "

[ramone]

did he hit his head or something? unconscious after 30 sec? something else must have happened because 30 sec is not a whole lot unless you are getting thrown around, maybe the pressure ruptured something is his brain...strange.

[red]

Human bodies are capable of amazing things, but they can also be very fragile under the wrong circumstances. Very sorry for your loss.

[megaprober]

total bummer. i knew him pretty good as he was part of what i refer to as the "core" hilo crew when i first moved here in '91. i have been on more than a few surf missions with him over the years and i was always glad to bump into him over the years. i can attest that he was definitely an experienced watermen and a hell of a surfer, so it wasn't a lack of knowledge that eluded him. given the fact that jay moriarty, possibly mark foo and hose angel, and numerous other close calls from people i know that have had underwater blackouts...all i can say is this shit is for real and i'm done deep free diving alone.

[LGREANZ]

makes ya think and wonder about goin out alone.