Posted on February 13, 2010 - by Morgan Howard
Cornelia Marie thanks you for your support
My mother Cornelia Marie and I wish to thank everyone for your support on behalf of Josh, Jake and the rest of the family. During this most difficult time you have expressed your sadness and offered your prayers and good wishes. Many of you have also shared your concern for Phil’s boys. Many nice of words have been written in emails and comments – we appreciate them all.
Many of you have asked if the “family has a charity, group or cause they would like donations to be made in Capt. Phil’s memory”. Capt. Phil supported certain causes and something will be setup shortly. Once it is, we’ll post it here.
Anything sent to the address below, will be hand-delivered to Jake, Josh and Phil’s dad by a close family friend.
Captain Phil Harris
PO Box 32466
Amarillo, TX 79120-2466
Thank you so much for all the kind words. We will post more later.
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February 22, 2010
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Ami Huchel said:
Dear Jake and Josh,
I have been watching deadliest catch since it started. I have always loved your father. Your father and I do have to say Jonathan from The Time Bandit were my favorite captains on the show. But I always watched it because of your father. From what I saw on the show you’re father seemed to be a very kind and loving man. He seemed to be like a big kid. That’s a good thing. Every time I will watch the show I will be thinking of you and your father. He will be truly missed.. Your father will always be with you and your family in your heart and mind.
My god bless you and keep you safe..
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February 23, 2010
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Elyce Aldridge said:
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Josh and Jake for their loss.I feel as though I’ve lost a good friend. The Harris family and the Hilstrand family are at the top of my favorite list. I’ve had alot of laughs watching the family spats and joking around amoungst you. I haven’t missed an episode of Deadliest Catch since it began and have all of the books and dvds that can be found. I will truly miss your dad. You both have been taught well by your dad and I know that you are ready to take on the job if that is what you choose. You have the crab pendant to prove it. That brought tears to my eyes to see. May God bless you both and keep you safe.
With my respect and admiration.
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February 24, 2010
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Christina M Griffin said:
So devastatingly sorry to hear about the passage of Captain Phil. Words do not quite express the joy my family and I have received in watching the show and rooting the crew of the Cornelia Marie in getting the most crab! Phil will be missed. The show will not quite be the same without him! I have total faith that he is now fishing in the big sea in the sky and asking God if he wants a light!
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February 25, 2010
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tammy hough said:
To The Harris Family: My entire family wish to say we are so sorry for your loss. Josh and Jake I’m so sorry..I wish there was more I could say, your in our thoughts and prayers.
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February 25, 2010
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ERIC CHAMBERS said:
TO THE HARRIS FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNOW WHAT YOU ARE FEELING I LOST MY BROTHER ND MY FATHER, MY DAD WAS A FISHING MAN AS WELL BUT ONLY DID IT AS A SPORT ALMOST EVERYDAY I HOPE YOU KEEP THIS SHOW AIRING ALSO PLEASE KEEP THE CORNELIA MARIE UP AND SAILING THANK YOU YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS
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February 25, 2010
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Brenda said:
My family and I send our prayers at this most difficult time. We have shared hours with you during your journeys of hard work on the sea. I read the article from Mike Hess to you 2 boys….. I to lost a parent before their time and can not begin to express my thoughts with you. I can only tell you that I think of you and wish you and you family the best! Your father was a GREAT MAN
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February 25, 2010
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beth mager said:
Your father was an always be my favorite, he remineds mee of my dad gruff butt a kid and a joker at heart. the show wont be the same with out him. i am sooo sorry for your loss.
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February 25, 2010
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Bud Farnsworth said:
Dear Jake,Josh and the Harris family.
Please accept my deapest sympathy on the death of your dad Phil. He reminded me a lot of my own. Stay strong for the whole family, he was a cool guy, you were lucky to have him. The best legacy you could give him is to continue on working the Cornelia Marie as he did. Good luck and God bless your Dad. Bud
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February 25, 2010
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mep41467 said:
my deepest sympathy to Josh and Jake.. Maybe Johnathan can join the crew for a season or two.
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February 25, 2010
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Natasha Donald said:
I love watching Deadliest Catch and I am really going to miss Captain Phil.
I am so shocked at this sad news,
My Thoughts are with you all
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February 26, 2010
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dark said:
My family and I send our prayers at this most difficult time. We have shared hours with you during your journeys of hard work on the sea.
you father was the best of all…..
even in the nederlands we wachts
your father en the boys we wil miss
your father a lot
god bless you all
and your dad
lots of love dark from holland
the nederlands…………………
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February 26, 2010
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Roslyn said:
To the Harris Family
Losing someone is never easy, but losing your father for to young men must be so hard. My son lost his father at 13, and is about to name is first child after him. So you to men remember your father Phil. who got me hooked on the show and and watching him finish raising his two boys. His love and pride for you two never wavered. Even after chewing one of you out, after you would leave, he would look at the camera and shrug his shoulders and say what are you gonna do? Jake, ne of the posts I read said you got in some trouble in Seattle, I understand the anger, but get out on one of te boats and take that anger out on the Bearing Sea…I garauntee you can’t hurt it!! G-d bless you and your broth Josh and your grandfather. Watch out most for him, as a mom I can tell you, parents are not meant to bury their children.
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February 26, 2010
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Denis Pregun said:
To the Harris Family,
Boys, I lost my father at 53 as well, this was 14 years ago. You two have been the luckiest boys to spend the amount of time with your father on the CM. He has taught you both a lot with millions of people watching. Jake, we have watch you over the past 5 years turn into a strong character. Take time to absorb everything your father taught you and you are destined for success. Josh, you have the making of success you have been given self confidence bye being on the CM with your father and Jake. I wish you both all the best. Be true to yourselves.
RIP CAPTAIN PHIL HARRIS may your legacy never be forgotten.
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February 26, 2010
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klyn nickel said:
hi josh Harris i love u josh Harris i like josh Harris i prayer for u josh and jack Harris k’lyn
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February 26, 2010
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bob-o said:
captain phil,with the wind in your sail and sun in your eyes,may you sail the winds of heaven.boys we love you and the CM,sorry about papa phil but he will always be in our hearts
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February 27, 2010
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Keith said:
To Jake & Josh your Father will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy for your loss. From watching the show it looked like he was tough on both of you, but thats what good Fathers who are the best Teachers do. Fair winds and following seas for this thing we call life God Bless.
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February 27, 2010
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Mr. Bill said:
You guys should be proud of your Father and his hard work and dedication. Because of his hard work, dedication and love for you, he leaves behind two wonderful sons to carry on his name and memory. I always loved watching the trouble you guys stirred up on the show and could tell how much he loved and how proud he was of you two. Know that all Deadliest Catch Fans mourn with you and express our sincerest condolences. He will be missed.
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February 28, 2010
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linda Mouton said:
of all the people on Deadliest Catch Capt. Phil was my favorite . Things didn’t always go well for him,especially this last season. One thing was certain he was his happiest at sea and being with his sons.It was obvious he loved them dearly,this was a mutual feeling. Jake&Josh please know you are not alone I lost my father who was my best friend in the world when I was 22.Ithought my life was over.YOU will be in my prayers. With time it will get easier to bear.You will always miss him. Always in my prayers Linda
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February 28, 2010
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angele smith said:
your father was a good good man always worked hard for his family
You father was a very good man.Always worked so hard for his family .You Jake&josh were very blessed to have father Phil for your Dad.I had a crackhead father I never knew where he was. I’m sure he loved me as best as he knew how.I am now a lawyer and doing very well.But I still wish I knew how it felt to have the love&companionship you&your dad shared.with loving thoughts Angie
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March 10, 2010
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Christina A Copland – Orkney lass said:
I just wasnted to leave a little message. I was sadned and shocked to learn of the passing of phil. He was my fav captain. I loved all the pranks that you played on the other captains. I have followed the show since it started, and i can say that phil will be graetly missed. I Hope you take comfort in the knollege that he was a great father, son, friend, captain and all round great guy who will be mourned the world over. Jake & Josh you pair are just so like phil. Anyone watching the show can see that. Just remember that he will live on through the pair of you in your hearts. I come from a small island in scotland and hope that this message will give all the family a bit of comfort to know that phil was loved everywhere, even the smallest of places like orkney.
God Bless all the family of Capt. Phil Harris and all the Crew on board the cornelia marie. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Lots of love
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March 10, 2010
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Lynn Chism-Giannone said:
Christina A Copland It said it all!What a wonderful letter!!!I know I feel the same way!
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March 11, 2010
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Doug & Margaret said:
What is going to happen to the Cornelia Marie? How are Jake and Josh? I’m going to Amarillo on Thursday March 12, 2010. Is there ant way I can meet with the Boys and see if they need anythihng. My husband really related to Phil and the boys. We truly feel like we know them.
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March 12, 2010
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Robby Fourie said:
Jake and Josh
Im bout your age and have been watching the show since it aired, Im from Namibia, Africa and your dad reminded me alot of my dad, Stay strong guys,
Ill miss Phil Harris and know the show wont be the same with out him, My condolances to the Harris Family
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March 16, 2010
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Lynn P. said:
Dear Jake, Josh and the Harris family,
I express my sincerest condolences, from my family to yours.
Please accept this poem as my gift to you:
Captain Phil sailed away,
doing what he loved each day.
He toiled and fret each passing year,
hauling all that heavy gear.
Yet, he still had fun.
playing pranks on everyone!
He loved his sons and his way.
he could not change to save his day.
He raised his sons to be great men.
and now his story needs to end.
Captain Phil sailed away…
Doing what he LOVED each day.
Goodbye Captain Phil, smooth sailing!
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March 18, 2010
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Robert Kmilek said:
Hi Jake and Josh,
I was in high school when my father passed away so I can understand your loss. Your father had a lot of character traits like my dad had so
remember the good ones. Take care of yourselves and your family and remember
that He LOVED You and He will be missed.
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March 21, 2010
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Jonathan Ellingboe said:
I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad in 1997 to leukemia. So I know what it’s like to lose someone you love, so incredibly much. It was way too soon. But just remember, he was proud of both of you, as any father who loves his sons like he did, would be. Keep his memory alive through the Cornelia Marie. Look solely to her for his guidance. She is yours now, and needs you both, now more than ever. Take good care of her as he would want you to. Lots of love to both of you, as you continue your father’s beloved tradiion. Your sincere Cornelia Marie fan, Jonathan.
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March 21, 2010
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Joe Eoder said:
Jake & Josh I would like to tell you how sorry my family and I are for the loss of your dad, The only thing I hope for is that you both can carry on his name in the show and in the fishing which I believe he loved and taught you to love as well abd I feel that either one of you are capable to take seat as Capt and I am also sure he will be watching donw on the both of you Well good luck in your future and know that many people in this country as well as others are here in spirit for you
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Scott Wiegers said:
My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of Capt Phil. He was one of the most colorful characters on the show. He struck me as a guy I doubt I could have worked for. A guy I would have enjoyed drinking a few beers with while he told stories. A guy who would have your back in a bar room brawl. The show, and the world, will be a little less colorful without him.
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March 22, 2010
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ERIC ROGERS said:
Thank you Phil Harris and the crew of the Cornelia Marie for the entertainment I received watching the deadliest catch. My sympathy goes out to Jake and Josh and the rest of the Harris family.I know Phil was proud of you boys and keep of the good work in the Harris tradition.
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March 24, 2010
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Rose Hadley said:
It is with great sadness I have learnt today of the loss of Phil Harris. I have watched Deadliest Catch from the beginning and I have always thought what a brave, funny and forthright man he was. I’m sure that my words are not enough to comfort his family, but none the less I send them all my deep sympathy and hope that in time your hearts will heal and you can remember the good times.
My thoughts are with you all. Stay safe.
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March 27, 2010
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Lynn Williams said:
Josh, Jake and Family I wish to extend my thoughts and prayers with you as I too know how the loss of a parent affects everyone around but I encourage the both of you to continue your family work and that is fishing for crab your dad would not want it any other way. You both will have the guidance from the the other captains who will be out there with you and your dad will be with you as well.
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March 29, 2010
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Betty Ann Leverence said:
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I ALWAYS ENJOYED WATCHING YOUR DAD WHEN HE WAS SO BUSY TRYING TO LOCATE THE CRABS. I HOPE HE DIDN’T SUFFER TOO MUCH BEFORE THE END; BUT HE IS AT PEACE NOW AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU WHEN THE CRABBING SEASON CALLS. HE WILL ALSO BE WITH YOU FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIVES. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY SAFE.
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March 31, 2010
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Scott Plummer said:
I will miss Capt. Phil very much, he was an honest and straight up kinda guy. He very much told it how he saw it. I respected him for that, there was no BULL with him. I am very sorry for your loss and my prayers and thoughts be with you guys. You guys are definitely part of the main reason i watch the show. Feels like I lost a family member also. Love ya guys.
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April 1, 2010
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Mary said:
Dear Harris family:
I’m sooo sorry that you lost your father, friend, Captain,direction. Your dad was given the gift of a little while longer…I was given that gift over 25 yrs ago through my sobriety. Please, kids it broke my heart to know that you were hurting yourselves more during this time of pain and sorrow. Your dad loved you the best he knew how…Jake dammit don’t beat yourself hon, your dad was a tough ol’ buzzard and marshmellow filled too…but, he would nvr want you to get in trouble and to kill yourself. Please, yell at God, do something with the rage but don’t drink on it!
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April 6, 2010
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Joan Karolus said:
Dear Josh, Jake, and Harris Family..I am a big fan of Deadliest Catch,since the passing of Captain Phil I just don’t know if Deadliest Catch will be quite the same..I am going to miss all the bickering(all in good fun, of course), the way Captain Phil was able to snif out the crabs by smelling CRAB FARTS lol, and his beautiful ocean blue eyes..My heart and prayers are with you all, and I will be sending you a card..Take care and God bless you all, and thanks for all the great memories and laughs you shared with us!!!..;0)
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April 7, 2010
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Kylah R said:
* Jake & Josh and Harris Family:
I was surprised, and deeply saddened to hear of the death of your father Captain Phil.HE WAS A COOL DUDE !!
I’ve watched Deadliest Catch every season, I LOVE the show.If its on all weekend, I watch it all weekend,Re-runs too..It was funny seeing his face when you came on the boat with the tv & games.And the cost of $800 bucks blew him away,Lol. But he was cool.
And the mohawk he couldn’t believe that one.All that pretty hair was gone,for the sake of good fishing Lol. I think that really blew him away,he totally didn’t expect that. Lol :) :)
Your dad will be missed !He seemed like a straight forward, up front,and straight to the point man.
(2 Thumbs up )
And he expressed his love and hopes for a good future for the both of you on the shows,you could hear it in his voice.It wasn’t always what he said it was sometimes what he didn’t say.
I’m sure he’s in heaven crab fishing, and keeping his eyes on you two. So Keep him proud !
My prayers are with you all and your family.Keep Safe,and God bless!
( Kylah R – Tennessee )
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bob-o said:
i have said how much capt. phil has meant to me in the past. but the words he has said that meant the most to me me is why lyons eat there young.
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April 8, 2010
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Peppy 77 said:
Jack und Josh Harris Familie & Crew
Aus Deutschland
In Stillen Gedenken an Phil wird er auch in Germany niemals vergessen werden Er wird auch hier vielen Fehlen! Ein echt Cooler Kerl Ich werd Ihn vermissen!!!!
“Macht Ihn Stolz” Ich hoffe ihr habt immer eine Hand breit Wasser unterm Kiel und das Boot voll Krabben!!!
Peppy aus Germany
From Germany
In quiet memory of Phil he will be never also forgotten in Germany He also becomes here a lot of absence! A really cool guy Ich will miss Him!!!!
“Make Him pride” I hopes you always have a hand broadly water under Kiel and the boat fully crabs!!!
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April 12, 2010
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Carolann Boyle said:
To the Harris family, and family of Cornelia Marie, We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad, friend, Captain. No words can take away the pain you feel losing someone so special, but with each passing day you may catch a glimmer of light, or a calming wind, or even a pic of your Dad on TV, that will trigger a memory of him, and you will smile. Try each day to think of him and smile because he made the whole word smile.
Again, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
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April 13, 2010
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Marie in Grand Rapids, MI said:
To the family and friends of Capt. Phil, my heart goes out to all of you, especially Jake and Josh. Seeing you both and your father on Deadliest Catch has been such a pleasure. He seemed like such a good man and you could see how much he truly loved you boys. The Cornelia Marie has been my favorite since I started watching and the show will never be the same with out Capt. Phil. Please know that there are so many of us that are thinking of your whole family and praying for you all! Capt. Phil, rest in peace. You are loved!
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Bibi said:
My heart goes out to Josh and Jake for their loss. I’ll be missing him on tv every night and it will never be the same.
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April 13, 2010
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JoJo from Michigan said:
Just watched the first episode of season 6 in complete disbelief that Capt. Phil has passed on! I have been watching you all from the beginning and it’s just sooo sad thinking what all of you are going thru! It is so crazy how you can really touch someones heart thru a T.V. show, like you all have touch mine. May GOD BLESS YOU ALL & the Cornelia Marie!
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April 16, 2010
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Lawanna said:
I’ll miss you Captain Phil!! Sorry to hear of your loss Josh and Jake but I’m sure that your Dad will always be on that boat in spirit, literally. That boat was his life and I’m sure he will always be there to make sure things are running right and to watch over his crew. Your Dad, Time Bandit and the Northwestern are my favorites! and I’ll keep watching. God Bless you…..
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April 17, 2010
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DeX from Lisbon, Portugal said:
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Captain Phil.
I wish you all strength to carry on through this hard times and to continue the legacy of a great man.
Phil Harris memory will never be forgotten in Portugal a country of fishermen as well.
God bless you Captain Phil Harris.
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April 18, 2010
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Dr. Lawrence B. Erdile said:
I just heard of the tragic death of Captain Phil. Based on what I’ve seen over the years on Deadliest Catch, Phil was a man of integrity who was truly committed to his family. He was a powerful example to Jake and Josh and he earned the respect and admiration of so many of us who have followed his exploits and struggles over the past five years on the Deadliest Catch. I know he will be missed. I wish the entire Harris family my condolences. He will be fondly remembered by so many who feel like they knew him even though we never met him in person.
To the crew of the Cornelia Marie, I wish you the comfort and courage to carry on the tradition with the courage and dignity of your late skipper. I wish you all calm seas and safe passage.
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April 20, 2010
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Tiffany said:
Phil Harris was one of a kind. He was a devoted father and a great captin! I wish I could have met this amazing man! But I felt Like I did know him by watching him every week. He was by far my favorite by far! I cryed my eyes out when I found out, I cant imagine what Jake an Josh are going though! All I can say is your dad touched a lot of people and he was loved by all!!! Sorry to here about your loss. Tiffany Indiana
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April 20, 2010
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Melissa Bickel said:
I think the loss of Captain Phil is felt with each episode of the new season of DC. However his (Phil’s) presence is very much felt through the images there.
I’ve stated before the strength of the family is learned from adversity. Nations have been destroyed or strengthened on these bonds.
My wish is the boys have aired their differences and learned it isn’t a matter of who’s who on the boat but how you work together as a team.
The greatest respect you’ll ever display towards your father’s memory is…how well you each do your part in breaking down barriers between you two. Forge ahead and be proud of your heritage.
All my best to the Harris family and their friends.
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April 21, 2010
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Jeremy Stong said:
I have been watching deadliest catch ever since it started… mainly because my brother started getting into it and me being the younger brother wanted to check it out. Once I started watching I was hooked, I would watch the new episodes everytime they came on and even the older ones. Ever since the beginning Phil was my favorite Captain out of all of them. It makes me sad whenever I start to watch it because I will miss him… I wish the best to both Jake and Josh… Hang in there and remember that he will always be in your hearts and watching over you. Take care and try not to fight as much… when you dont fight your relationship as brothers will be so much stronger..
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April 21, 2010
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mark said:
the harris family,
capt phil was one of the best even though i never knew him,but felt like i did,my thoughts are with the harris family now,and i know jake and josh will do their dad proud….R.I.P CAPT PHIL…………
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April 22, 2010
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Genia Hardwick said:
Hey boys, I lost my Daddy 2 years ago and like your Dad, mine was larger than life too. My Dad was a well known police officer. I never thought I lived up to what he wanted me to be or that I made him proud enough. It’s so hard to lose your Dad when he’s so much more than just a Dad in your eyes. He’s a hero, brave, witty, admired by everyone and you feel so proud to be his child. He wasn’t a “regular” Dad, he was much more. He was Alpha Male. My Dad died at 60 and this makes the pain so much worse. Time does make it better but it never goes away…just cling to eachother like he’d want you to and don’t feel pressure to follow in his footsteps, if the sea isn’t for you, it isn’t for you. You make your decisions now and he would be proud either way. In my 2 years of grieving I’ve decided my Dad was proud of me and that he must have loved me fiercely. Remember the ties that bind and the love of brothers. God Bless and I’m so happy I have this season left to witness your Dad.