Walleye Pro Dies in Green Bay

[Seaweed]

I spotted this on another discussion board so I thought I would post it here for everyone.

Green Bay - Wisconsin

Late yesterday afternoon, Popular guide and Walleye tournament angler Rick Meverdan, passed away unexpectedly while releasing his largest Musky to date, a 50”er. Luckily, Jeremy Vanert and Shane Mason were nearby, and were able to get to Rick quickly. Shane wanted to thank Jeremy for his CPR efforts, and Dannyboy(Ricks partner for the day) for driving the boat to meet the ambulance.

Rick was a helpful friend to anyone that knew him, and will be sorely missed by all of us. I just regret not accepting the short notice invite to fish the best of the best tourney with him last weekend, though am sure his partner(Jan Regal) is equally happy that he got to spend those hours with him.

Foremost, condolences go out to Ricks family at this time. You are in all of our prayers.


Hey on a positive note.... if you are going to give me a time and a place to die.... this would be in my top five.

[SteveO]

Here is more info on the story:

http://www.wausaudailyherald.com/apps/p ... 40425/1587

[g unis]

its truly sad to hear of a relativy young guy pass. on a brighter note the man died doing what he loved best. the outdoors.

[Mr. T.]

Wow.

While releasing a muskie...

Any details on what happened?

It would be good to know so others don't make the same mistake.

[bucketmouth]

It would be good to know so others don't make the same mistake.

I'm guessing he died of natural causes, I'm pretty sure the fish didn't kill him? Or am I missing something here?

[g unis]

the story is he had a massive heart failure. his buddys tried cpr onboard but he was gone. sad deal

[wolfe]

Having had my father die from a massive heart attack very quickly and unexpectedly on a fishing vacation, I really feel for his family left behind and the shock and grief they are wading through.

A sad and somewhat bizarre story, but then life can be just that.

W.