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Nice article about the Fast 40+ class in the October issue of Sail.  Super picture of Otra Vez with Bill and his Texas crew at Cowes Week.  Bill shipped his Ker 43 to England for the regatta and the circuit - second overall in the regatta after a week of racing!

You may see a few faces on board that you recognize.

Many of us knew Roy Senior both as a great sailor and a person who helped others.  He was also very active with the Sea Scouts. He raced on several of our boats over the years and it was always great to have him on board.  I am so sorry to hear that he passed away on Friday.

Brad

Roy August Newberry, Sr., age 82, of Seabrook, Texas, entered his heavenly home on Friday, June 3, 2016. Roy's family wishes to extend many thanks to the excellent M.D. Anderson staff for the care that he received during his 16-year battle with cancer. His family will be forever grateful that the treatment afforded him many additional years of life.

Roy is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 28 years, Pam Milutin Newberry, his four children, Roy Newberry, Jr., Stephen Newberry, Pam Newberry Mullen and Ken Newberry, and beloved grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and dear friends.

Roy was born in Galveston, Texas on May 23, 1934. He was an outstanding contributor to the Galveston community during his years of residency on the Island. Roy raised his family in Galveston and was a well-respected businessman. He was a member of the Rotary Club where he was awarded Man of the Year, and a member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, where he was awarded the Outstanding Citizen Award. Roy was an active member of Galveston's Central Christian Church.

After moving to Seabrook, Roy became an expert in many areas in the marine field, achieving recognition as a marine surveyor and USCG Licensed Captain. He was awarded the GBCA Yachtsman of the Year and the Sportsmanship Award. A ship's cannon was recently dedicated in honor of Roy at the Galveston Sea Base in appreciation of his devoted service to both humanity and the sport of sailing. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved playing tennis with his LYC Monday night group.

Roy was a father-figure, mentor and teacher to many, and was passionate about sharing his faith and leading people to Christ. He put that faith into action in many ways including co-founding Starfish Kenya, a mission dedicated to caring for orphans and children in need. He was the most beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 4:00 p.m. at Gateway Community Church, 760 Clear Lake City Boulevard, Webster, Texas 77598. Memorials may be made in Roy's name to Starfish Kenya or Gateway Community Church at this address.
   



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Due to the weather last weekend and lack of time to show the boat to everyone, there will be another opportunity to demo the VX One Design this weekend - July 6th (4-8pm) and 7th (9am - 2:30pm).

Whether you are interested in buying a new boat or not, it would be a fun experience to sail a little bit on the lake on this boat.  Should be able to see 15+ knots with the chute up.  Is this a potential Wednesday night competitor?

I know it was one of these Demo days that sold me on buying a Viper and this is a very similar boat.  It only takes a few minutes to see the stability and the speed.  Rod Favela from Vela Sailing Supply is coming in from Dallas to take you out.  It should be a fun time.

I hear Rod may take the VX out for the Rum Race as well.

Brad

I thought I would let everyone know that the Robbins family and our crew are moving to new racing venue - we just don't know what it is yet  .  Triple Play is now out of racing unless the new owner decides to do Harvest Moon.  Otherwise, he plans on fitting the boat out for cruising which is a perfect use of a Grand Soleil 39.

It has been great racing on the Bay with everyone.  Lots of good times and super PHRF racing.  Hopefully we will be out there again soon.

Brad & Mary

I went to Blue Water today and discovered that they are out of business.  Also Blackburn is now open to the public, not just wholesale.

Brad