The following article is by ROSE COX of The Dutch Harbor Fisherman ([email protected])
To fans of the “Deadliest Catch,” he was captain Phil Harris, the famous crab-killing rider of the wild Bering Sea.
But to those living at the tip of the Aleutian chain, he was just plain Phil, one of the most endearing, demanding – and sometimes downright irritating – men Dutch Harbor ever loved.
Harris, 53, suffered a stroke Jan. 29 while the fishing boat he captained, the Cornelia Marie, was in port at St. Paul Island near Dutch Harbor. He was medevacked to Anchorage and appeared to be on the mend Feb. 3, according to reports on the “Deadliest Catch” Web site.
He died Feb. 9, spurring thousands of online comments from fans of the Discovery Channel show that depicts the crab fishing industry in the dangerous waters off Alaska.
News spread quickly between fishermen, the docks, bars and businesses of Dutch Harbor and Unalaska.
“God bless him, he lived life to the extreme,” said Walt Dauderis.
He and Harris go way back. They worked together two decades ago on the Sea Ern, and before that in rubber boots and rain gear on the decks of the Alaska Monarch. More recently, Dauderis spent a few seasons as engineer and cook on the Cornelia Marie.
“People who tried to be like him, you’d watch them fail by his side. No one could keep up with him.”
Dauderis gave up crabbing for a job with the Alaska Marine Highway System, but he and Harris are practically neighbors in Lake Stevens, Wash., where they rode motorcycles together and yukked it up over fishing, Harleys and life in general.
Dauderis has lots of stories. But none of them are printable.
“I’m going to miss him. I just painted a motorcycle and was going to go by his house to show it to him and he was going to give me a bunch of s— because it wasn’t macho enough.”
Their pain is so new that people in Dutch Harbor talk about Harris in the present tense, like he’s about to walk through the door any minute amid a cloud of cigarette smoke and colorful language.
He was “friendly,” “honest,” “strong,” “hardworking” “caring.” He was the kind of guy who took “Deadliest Catch” T-shirts to sick children in the hospital.
“He was a one-of-a-kind person,” said Al Mendoza, fleet manager for Unisea, where the Cornelia Marie landed millions of pounds of crab over the years. “I don’t think he had an enemy over the years I knew him. Not one enemy, ever.”
All say he loved his sons, Josh and Jake Harris, more than life itself.
Then they tell how he used to joke about why lions eat their cubs. The words “brash,” “macho,” “loud” and “impatient” pop up. By all accounts, he could be a pain in the patoot, but that doesn’t mean they loved him less.
“We’re devastated,” said Veda Webb. And in the next breath, “I can’t count the times I told him to get out and never come back.”
When Webb started her business, Unalaska Advertiser, a few years back, Harris stopped in to welcome her, then made sure the other fishermen gave her their business.
The first week in February, she was working on getting Harris a mini computer for Internet and e-mail onboard the boat. She had a couple on order, but they got stalled in the mail.
“He’d hound me if he wanted something until he got it. He called me every night, ‘Are they here? Are they here?’ ”
His last call was the night before he left for St. Paul Island. The computers were in.
“He said, ‘Well, try to get me a Gateway with Windows 7, for when I get back.’ ”
Typical Harris behavior.
When he wanted something done, yesterday was too late, said Don Knoblauch, superintendent for Magone Marine Services, the shop that fixed the Cornelia Marie for the past eight years.
“Extremely pushy, boisterous expedience, that’s how he was,” Knoblauch said. “If he was off the boat and not pressured by the fishing, he was a pretty decent guy. I’d see him in the bar and he seemed like a relatively normal person.”
Crabbers tend to get into town, gear up, go fishing, unload and repeat until the season is over. But there’s always time to visit the bar, and Harris made all the stops over the years.
The first time bartender Danielle Williams met Harris, she served him his signature drink – a double duck fart.
“He and his two sons, one had just turned 21, and a crew member came in. His crew guy and he got into an argument, and his crew guy knocked him into the corner of the bar.”
She was about to boot them all out, but they started laughing.
“They got over it really fast. They ended up closing the bar.”
Lionel Silva, chief engineer on the pollock catcher Morning Star, said Harris’ death is a blow to the crabbing industry as well as a personal loss for him.
“He was a terrific captain, and one of the most outstanding people I know.”
There was far more to Harris than “Deadliest Catch” fame, Silva said.
“I understand he was on the show and stuff, but they’re all going to go away. When everybody forgets about ‘Deadliest Catch,’ we’re still going to be remembering Phil and everything about him.”
Rose Cox can be reached at [email protected], or by phone at (907) 348-2419
Captain Phil Harris will be missed…still can’t wrap my heart around this. My heart and my prayers go out to his boys for their loss.
To the family of Cap’t Phil, Our prayers are with you during this sad time. We really enjoyed watching Phil on the Deadliest Catch. Not for action on the show but as he showed his true heart for his sons and his crew.
God Bless
I didn’t know Capt. Phil Harris personally, only through the Discovery’s show Deadliest Catch. My family’s thoughts go out to his family and community. We will all miss him, I don’t think I’m alone when I say I will never forget about Phil Harris even after the show Deadliest Catch is over. I will forever have the DVD’s to reminisce the experiences he has taken us on.
In memory
Jeff
Manitoba, Canada
This is a great article! The author did a wonderful job portraying Captain Phil like he was – one of a kind!
I know I speak for a lot of people when I say we will miss Captain Phil!
Jake & Josh, I am sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy and it was obvious he loved you two more than anything in the world!
I lost my Dad suddenly too and I remember how hard it was – especially at first. Once the shock wears off a bit it does get easier to remember all the good memories.
You never stop missing him, but it does get a little easier.
Please know that everyone is thinking of you and the rest of your family. Please let everyone know how you are doing.
Rest In Peace Captain Phil <3
you will never ever be forgotten, at least not by this girl.
my thoughts are with Jake and Josh during this hard time. Phil will be missed my his entire community greatly. We only got to see a small bit of his life on Deadlist Catch and loved him from show one. He was one of a kind. I hope Deadlist Catch does a special in remembrance of him.
An Internet friend of mine works at a TV station in Cleveland, and Capt. Phil was a guest on their morning show one day. He tells me that Phil was one of the kindest and friendliest celebs he has ever met, he was VERY impressed with Phil. One thing though… when there were no cameras around and Phil was talking, you could DEFINITELY tell he was a sailor
My friend doesn’t have cable so he has never watched “Deadliest Catch,” but he was very saddened by the news of Phil’s passing.
God Bless you Phil Harris.
You will be sadly missed Capt. Phil Harris. You were the life of the show everything you went through and you still stayed strong just shows everyone how much you fight for life everyone’s going to miss you especially everyone here in Australia who watch Deadliest Catch everynight it’s on.
Always remembered, Never forgotten.
God bless you Phil Harris
I have watched Deadliest Catch since day one and felt as if I had known Captain Phil in real life. He seemed like a genuine down to earth kind of guy, didn’t mess around and got what he wanted. You could tell he loved his boys more than life itself. God rest your soul Phil. You will be missed and remembered for many years to come. Deadliest Catch may be forgotten but you never will be.
Rest in peace Phil! To Jake and Josh you had a great dad and many people loved him. As hard as he seemed to be on you at times you could tell that he loved you. I will miss Phil on Deadliest Catch, he was my favorite captin in the fleet. You will all be in my thoughts. Paula
I liked Phil Harris the most of all the captains… He was the reason i started watching the show. He was very charismatic – his looks, his voice, his laughter…. all the jokes, the pranks… there was always something positive about him. And no matter how hard it was, he kept on going. Josh, Jake, i am really sorry for your loss.
May his soul rest in peace.
As I’ve watched your Dad ,reminding me of my own ole salty captain who’ s also gone, my heart breaks for you Josh & Jake ( as I knew mine and I know you knew yours,he’d say hey boys pull yourself up by those bootstraps and kick ass ,you’ve both made him proud ) ; )
I have always watched DC and caption Phil was my fave to watch,he seemed so down to earth and a good guy,my prayers are with Josh and Jake.He really loved his boys,it was so easy to see.
Now you get to rest. More crab for u$. Thanks. You will be missed. Rip.
He was cool , too bad I never got the oppurtunity to meet him, he will be missed
Bummer, just plain bummer…
I am a weak man that has faults, but I love life and my children. I do what is right as often as I can and never back away from a challenge. But, on this day I will remember Phil as if I were him. Lift a drink and go back to work. Phil, you were one of us, the ones that built this country and are trying to better the lives of our children. R.I.P.
I didn’t know Capt Phil Harris, and yet I feel like I did. He stepped into my living room every week, and each week the man overshadowed the captain. There’s no doubt that Phil Harris was one amazing guy, and the many adjectives used to describe him are shallow as compared to the man he appeared to be. How can I, just a fan of the Catch feel such a loss? How can I feel such pain? I guess it comes down to this,,,Phil Harris was one amazing star, a gentleman of sorts, a giant for us all. Rest in peace dear Captain. Rest in Peace.
was the real deal no pulled no puches told it like it was rest in peace captin phili
I have watched Deadliest Catch from the very first season. I developed such an emotional attachment for these amazing people who came into my home every week (sometimes more when it was a marathon lol). Capt. Phil Harris though always caught my attention. He cared so much for his sons it showed through and touched me. My son’s father isn’t in his life nor does he help and I would watch these men work possibly THE hardest job on the face of the earth FOR family. It has touched me deeply. I only wish my son had such a role model in his life. I feel so deeply for his sons and for his family. It is indeed amazing how one man from one show can touch so many people so deeply. God speed Capt. Phil.
With love,
Doshia Mundy
Alabama, USA
Our prayers go out to Phils Family and friends. Me and my girlfriend LOVE watching DC and it definitely saddened us to hear of Phils passing. We only got to see a small glimpse of Phil through DC but it was one that will last a lifetime. Hard working, honest, caring, tough as nails, etc. We will miss you Phil!
You will be forever missed. You are now an angel watching over the fleet.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Harris family. A great man, father and Captain has past. I did not know him personaly. However his leagacy is the number of people he seems to have touched in such a positive way.
Fair Winds and following Seas Captian.
I started watching Deadliest Catch when it first aired. For me, it was an instant success. My father was a fisherman when he was 13, out of Providence RI. Back in 30s, and he told me stories of what the life was like. My father is long gone now. But watching Deadliest Catch, gave me a glimpse of what his life may have been like. For me the show was more than just a TV show, it helped me to understand my own farther. And watching Capt. Phil Harris, I saw my own farther. Of all the captains, he and Sig were my favorite. But there was just something about Capt. Phil that I found so interesting. Not sure if it was the obvious love he had for both his sons, his pride in what they were doing, and his impatiens with them when they did not live up to his standards. Sure he went off on them a number of times, but no one would ever doubt his great love and pride in them both. I am not sure just what it is I saw in him, but I know what it is I feel now. I feel a personal loss with his passing. Very much like I felt when my own farther passed. I hope we will still get to see his sons, carrying on what their father started. I must say, I think the world is a slightly lesser place with our him. I know I have a empty feeling inside of me, that I have never had with the passing of a TV personality, or any more star. I feel like I have lost a close family member. God bless you Capt. Phil, and you can finally rest in peace, your tanks are full and it is calm seas for you.
As an Englishman living and working in Germany.
The hightlight after work is to watch Deadliest Catch on DMAX i dont think i missed an Episode one of my favorit Captains is Phil Harris, it came as a shock as i satdown today (19.02.2010) to watch TV and heard that Captain Phil Harris had Died.I wish to pass on my Deepest Sympathy to the Family of Phil.I know that at a time like this words are not enough but time will Heal.
R.I.P Captain Phil Harris
My prayers go out to Capt, Phil’s sons and the rest of his family. I have never missed an episode and yes he is my favorite capt too. He went thru his health issues at the same time I was dealing with colon cancer. He always lifted my spirits!!God Bless, from a loyal fan, Annie from Dallas, TX
Capt. Harris was the ebodiment of what makes this country the greatest country in the world. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing – much too soon.
RIP
Our thoughts are with you
Mark
Rep of Ireland
We, the fans of the show, felt we knew Phil and the boys. They shared a big chunk of their lives with us and we grew to know them. I am very sad today to hear of Phil’s passing and my heart goes out to the family. Josh and Jake, take your dad’s words to heart and always remember the good times.
I loved watching Capt. Phil on the show. He was high-strung, impatient, and blunt, but there seemed to be real love and care there, too. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends, particulary his sons whom he obviously loved so much.
Dear Rose Cox,
NO ONE will ever forget Deadliest Catch…..they really won’t. Time can fade a lot of things in our minds….but those guys are like family we sit down and talk with once a week. We feel for their struggles and we live with their fishing. We oray for their safety and we enjoy every aspect of the show and of their lives. Phil is one of those family members that we have been allowed to get to know. We’ll all remember…..and we will all remember them all….all the crews……we love them in a funny way…and respect them greatly. We all want their safety and their security of the seas. We won’t forget…..promise…:o)
Sorry to hear of your lose. Capt. Phil was me an my dad’s favorite, when I was staying with my dad we would watch it everytime it came on even the reruns, I lost my dad of cancer just this past August I know what you are going thu it gets better alittle bit at a time,
i remember when i’d get sick id stay home from school, turn on the TV and eat soup all day. The show would be on for hours and i’d watch it and watch it, feeling sick, light headed but whenever Phil would come on it would make me feel better because he would do things like steal a Maverick pot, toss eggs at other boats….ect that would just make me laugh. i’ll miss him and i doubt the show will ever be the same
Phil Harris was my absolute favorite Captain on The Deadlest Catch.
My heart goes out to Josh, Jake and the Crew.
It is almost impossible to believe that he is gone.
He seemed like the kind of guy that anyone would enjoy hanging out with.Someone that would not be quick to judge or condemn a person.
It is my prayer that the memories that you have will help to comfort you at this time.Know that others share in your sorrow.
God bless you Phil. Our loss is heaven’s gain. Land the big crab up there Phil. You may be gone but you will NEVER be forgotten.
David
Ireland
Even though I may have never met Captain Phil Harris, I always loved to watch him on the show, to see what a wonderful person he was and in my opinion still is, even though he’s not here in the physical sense his spirit will always be here with his family and friends. I will miss him more than words can say and be hoping that his family knows that they are my family’s prayers. I had wanted to go all the way to Alaska just to meet him and his crew and it has truly been sad. It took me until now to come on here and find out what had happened to him. The 9th was when my mother was buried 8 yrs ago and it really hits home. Captain Harris and family you are all in my prayers for a peaceful and calming time to grieve.
Love Always,
Carole Ingalls
Saphfyre 6
William jr 5
Richard II, 4
Christopher 2 1/2
Rhyder 5 months
Captain Phil will be sadly missed and loved
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Phils sons. I loved watching him. His humor was great and the values he tried to instill in his sons were only to make them hardworking and honest men. He will be missed greatly.
I have been a fan of the show since it premiered on Discovery. Although all the various boats & captains have their own strengths and weaknesses, I always favored Phil due to the fact that it was he and his sons fighting the good fight. Regardless of what Jake & Josh did, Phil was always behind then, as a good father should. My father sucked quite frankly, and I always admired Phil for the efforts he put forth to help his sons turn out to be men one could admire for their honesty, work ethic and all around character.
We have Jake & Josh to continue in Phil’s memory. It won’t be quite the same, but with a hole in the Cornelia Marie that size how could it not be different.
Godspeed Phil, you will be remembered as one of the finest men in the Berring Sea’s history.
When a man that you have never met, will never now meet, has the power to move a group, more than a group, entire countries and states to tears caused by his passing; It says a LOT about that man. His character, his good heartedness, his joy and enthusiasm. It’s evident every time I turn on the television. In the beginning, I watched Deadliest Catch for Sig and the crew of the Northwestern. It’s not that I don’t still like them or want to watch them, but Phil Harris and Jake and Josh were a family, and it was like watching your own family interact. I thought of Phil Harris, and instantly thought of my own brother. They are/were similar in look and style. Maybe that’s why this has hit me so very hard. Phil Harris, to me, was like watching my own brother. Even though I never met Phil Harris, I think the world and anyone who ever really knew him, and anyone who ever interacted with him has suffered one of the greatest losses anyone could ever suffer. He will be greatly missed, I’m sure, by his family and friends, but also the world through our great love of him. Thank you Jake and Josh and the crew of the Cornelia Marie for allowing your lives to be displayed for us. Thank you Discovery for “introducing” us to one great man.
May God’s glory be upon him.
Rest in Peace, Phil.
Phill we will miss the hell out of you…You inspired people like me to never give up and never quit the fight…You raised to wonderful boys and I hope they will keep up the Cornelia Marie…And boys if you see this dont give up you boys can make it thru anything we all loved your dad and yall to godd luck with what ever you chose to do….
Phill Gods speed my friend you will be missed by all…
RIP, Captain Phil. You will be missed!
TO CAPTAIN PHILL HARRIS. YOU WILL BE MISSED.
My prayers and thoughts go out to Captain Phil and his sons. I did not Know him personally but feel like I did. He was my favorite Skipper and My family and I watched every episode. He left behind a legacy that few men can boast.He lost his life on my birthday so from this day forward I will toast a double duck fart to Captain Phil and his son’s on my B-day. And finally, to his son’s,Your father left you all the tool’s and life skill’s you will need, May God bless you and be with you in this time of sadness.
I have to agree with everything you all said, with respect to Captain Phil Harris. What an amazing human being. Phil was a great man, father, friend and captain. He looks like my father’s twin, but is twice the man my father could ever be. I have been a die hard Cornelia Marie fan since day one. The love on that boat was great and evident. My heart hurts with this loss..and it brings me to tears. My prayers and support go out to Phil’s sons, family, friends and crew. Never has there been, or will there be, another Captain like Phil. He came into our homes and hearts and forever changed us. We all feel a personal loss with his passing, just as we will all keep him alive in our hearts and minds forever. I’m sure he’s up there doing what he loves, even now. His pots are full, the seas are calm…he has an energy drink (or coffee) in one hand and a smoke in the other…Probably thinking up his next practical joke. I never made it to Alaska to meet Phil, but I will see him one day. God Bless you Phil, and your family. May you rest in peace knowing you raised your sons with honor, pride and honesty. They are great men, as you were. You will live on through them forever. Josh and Jake…I cannot imagine the pain and loss you feel, but know that we all feel for you. Anything you both need, we’re here for you. The Deadliest Catch won’t be the same without him…but I hope to see you both back out there doing what he taught you. Love and Prayers from Florida.
Captain Phil you will be greatly missed. To your sons and, crew I’m very sorry for your great loss.
What a shocking and sad day for anyone and everyone that knew of the show…and how could you not? The greatest show in ages to hit the waves, but gotta say Capt. Phil ALWAYS managed to either make ya laugh or bring tears to your eyes at some point during the show. Josh and Jake, my heart goes out to you both but there was never a doubt that your Dad would of given up life itself for you…you could see it in his eyes.
With tears in my eyes I raise my double duck fart high…
Here’s to you Phil…you will be missed………
Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, missed and very dear. RIP Phil.
Rose, just to let you know I dont agree with your statement “I understand he was on the show and stuff, but they’re all going to go away. When everybody forgets about ‘Deadliest Catch,’ we’re still going to be remembering Phil and everything about him.” That doesn’t say much for your opinon of the show or the MEN on it. The men and the show will be part of out lives forever unlike your column. You dont know how many lives Phil Harris has touched. And for you to make a statement like that well it is just insensitive. I, just like many other people out here in the world love Phil he will always be part of our lives. And will not be so nonchalantly forgotten. We Love you & Miss you Phil.
Phil will live on in all of our hearts.
Captain Phil will be greatly missed. I loved watching him in the series. My heart and prayers go out to his sons and his family and friends. We loved you Captain Phil!!!
No one will forget Deadliest Catch, and certainly not Captain Phil. Warmest Love to his family.
R.I.P Captain Phil.. You will be missed..
Phil New Orleans
Fish is Peace Capt. Phil. The boat and crew will never be the same without you.
and neither will the show. I hope your sons take over the boat and make you proud. May God be with you and your family. Dave
Peace be with you, your sons and crew. The show won’t be the same without you, neither will the world. You were a tough man, a gentle man, an awesome man. I always enjoyed watching you on tv, and hoped someday to meet you at one of those conventions they have. I’ll be thinking about you, though.
To all the fans who have watched Captian Phil. We are gonna mill a family friend. To the Boat Cornelia Marie. The Northwestern, Time Bandit, and the Wizard, we are all sorry for the loss of your buddy/friend/family. It must be hard on you to be out there trying to work yet think about Capt. Phil. He’s still here in spirit, watching over all of you. If your ever wondering if he’s around. Just search for his Crab Farts. He’s wont be far behind. God less you all. Take care.
We love all you you… Denise
To Jake Anderson I hope the search for you father keeps going. Your family has also suffered enough. Dont give up on it yet.
You guys will never be forgoten. Thanks for bringing your lives into ours. I met Capt. Phil last October. I had bought his lunch. Least I could do for entertaining our family for several years. To our suprise he came and sat with us for over an hour. Not talking about work but kids and life in general. My 13 year old daughter said. Mom it felt like we have known Capt Pnil all our lives. Kinda like an uncle or father figure. He also said he thought it was amazing that My daughter and myself watch the show, and neither one of us like any kind of fish/seafood. We talked about cars. Capt. looked at mine and said I would never let my vet get that dirty. Then laughed. I went home and washed it then drove back and put my hand on the horn and Weeeeeeeeee Heeeeeeee’d thru the parking lot. And Phil smiled and wave back.
We’re all gonna miss the Capt.
Rest in peace Capt. Denise
You were a real man Captain Phil! The best rest in peace pal…
my condolences to the family and crew
There is no way I could forget Captain Phil. It will be hard to watch the show this season and not see that gruff, crusty guy, cussing the crew, with a cigarette hanging out of his mouth! God Bless Phil and may all your pots be full in the hereafter…
to say I am so sad would be an understatement — my best to Phils son’s his friends and all of us who know him via the crab boat — Phil you are and will be missed — safe passage
GOD needed a fisherman!!!!
The Cornelia Marie has and Angel watchin over
GOD BLESS THE HARRIS FAMILY
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL
R.I.P Phil Safe Passage Mate.
Thoughts are with all the Bearing sea Catp’s.
R.I.P Captain Phil. You will be sadly missed, but never fogotten.
Tracy Gulfport, MS
I see that Capt. Phil was loved by many, myself and my family included. It’s never easy to lose a parent but Josh and Jake are too young. I know they have people and loved ones all around them to help them through this rough sea. I know the boys will go on with their dad in their hearts and mind…and they will be okay. But I want you guys to know that you’re in my prayers and thoughts daily. Keep the faith. Acceptance gets a little easier to swallow in time. But it will never make sense. It was easy to see that your dad loved you both and was and is very proud of you. ~Love and Light~
You will always be remembered. My heart goes out to josh and jake and the entire family. rest in peace mr capt phil harris.
Hamilton, Ontario Canada
I was devastated at the news of Capt Phil’s passing. I knew that his gruff exterior was only there to suit his responsibilities as a leader and Captain. I remember the show in which one of the son’s charged a tv for his rack on the boat and Capt Phil’s counselling his sons on other shows…The sensitivity came through. I will miss Capt Phil, may he Rest in Peace and, hopefully, his sons will be able to Phil continue on in the show and try to emulate their father and his greatness. Deepest sympathies to the Harris’.
capt phil was a kind and gentle man who was very good @ what he did, may god bless you and your family
“Captain My Captain” Just found out the sad news on the grocery store tabloid. You keep me enterainted for many hrs. May you always sail in calm seas.
we will loved phil forever
donald from antwerp belgium
R.I.P Capt Phil, pulling crabs for the big man upstairs, will be missed!!
Rest in peace Captain Phil, you were a legend in your own lifetime! Sincerest condolences to Josh Jake + all the Harris clan. Matt, Ireland
Rest In Peace Capt. Phil
My deepest condolences to the family and fellow fishermen
Jerry, Curacao Netherlands Antilles
YOU WILL BE MISSED CAPT: PHIL ” GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY..
our thoughts and prayers are with you josh & jake and your family. we enjoyed watching capt phil . he was a straight up guy , and in our opinion he WAS the show! rip capt PHIL and josh and jake …. make your daddy proud in what ever you choose to do in life!
carl and christie
anniston,alabama
MUY TRISTE NOTICIA: QUIERO DESEARLE A TODOS SUS AMIGOS, Y FAMILIARES, SU PRONTA RESIGNACIO. PHIL FUE UN BUEN HOMBRE TRABAJADOR, EJEMPLO PARA SUS HIJOS Y FAMILIA.
DESDE LA CIUDAD DE MEXICO, MANDO MIS MAS SENTIDAS CONDOLENCIAS.
(I WAS A LOCAL IN CORDOVA ALASKA, FROM 1980-1990.)
GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY.
deepest sympathy from the ms. coast and the gulf of mexico. we are very aware of what ya’ll do. awesome. phil was so much like some of my friends. jake and josh, fish or dont. god bless and good luck.
I am a US Notice to Mariners writer for Alaska(CG17) and have enjoyed watching Capt. Phil and the gang over the years. A picture of the “Cornelia Marie” will grace our NtM No.14(3 April 2010) in honor of Capt. Phil…. Capt. you will truly be missed!!! God Bless!!!
Hi,
I just found out about the death of Capt. Phil.
I’ve like to pay my respect to the family.
I’ve just lost my father on feb. 15. (my mother 5 months earlier)
Seeing the deadliest catch specialy the Cornelia Marie, how much respect he had from his sons, lets me think how much respect I had (and still have) for my parents. For what I could see on television Capt. Phil was an alright guy. I feel with the family and his friends.
They only want the good ones
Regards from Belgium
Ludo
I am have been heart broken since learning of Capt. Phils death. I loved watching him on tv because he reminded me so much of my own father who I lost in 2001. They were so much alike. My father comercial fished in Florida for several years and going out with him, was some of my funnest times with him. When I discovered Deadliest Catch 2 years ago I was drawn straight to Phil. He will be so sadly missed by me. Josh and Jake, just keep the good times with you always. He kind of brought back good memories of my dad, for me R.I.P.
To Jake and Josh and the rest of the Harris Family, prayers go out from my family here in NJ to both you and your family. Your Dad was “one of a kind” a true man, a fearless man, a personal and caring man who’s number one passion in life was to fish. How wonderful it must have been to live a fullfilling life as he did. My 6 year old son and I watched every episode religiously. At 4yrs he new the entire theme song and would sing it day and night. He new your Dad’s name and the boat name and the Cornelia Maria with Capt Phil was absolutely his favorite. I hope you two continue to fish in your fathers name, and we are soooo looking forward to the new season and seeing your Pop fish one more time. Be strong, Be safe and may the crab gods follow you through 2010!
R.I.P Capt Phil Harris!
Scott McLachlan and family
Sussex County, NJ
My deepest condolences to the family and fellow fishermen.
RIP capt Phil Harris xxx
the Gordon family, scotland.
When I was 26 years old I bought and Owner/Operated my own 18wheeler successfully, after only 6mo experience in the industry. I just wanted to encourage Jake and Josh at this time of transition and express my confidence in them.Jake and Josh are intelligent, good hearted young men with strong work ethics. I fully expect the Cornelia Marie to prosper with the continued efforts of these fine young men and wish them Godspeed.
sad news only found out last night,my thoughts are with phil’s family,he was one of the best,he will be missed by all,josh and jake will do their dad proud by carrying on……R.I.P…capt phil..
Safe journey Capt. Phil.
R.I.P rest in peace Capt Phil
You Will Be Sadly Missed
Phil, you still are the man!
Jake & Josh and all other family & friends, hope your keeping the good side out.
Only just heard thru Dicovery channel about Phil, what a tragedy he was a brilliant guy, probably my favourite of the lot. Rest in peace Phil
When Capt Phil passed away, we both felt we had lost a personal friend. We were both fans of the show and had watched it for a few years.
Our condolences to his family, and hopefully his sons will take the Cornelia Marie back into the Behring Sea to carry on for their Dad.
He will be fondly remembered.
Jake and Josh and all the rest: I admired Phil and looked forward to the glimpses in to his adventurous life…I always had a sense that he was one of God’s unique “greats”. My sincerest condolences…carry on with his spirit in your hearts.
Fair winds and following seas Phil.
My sincere condolences to the Harris family.
Though I never got the chance to meet Phil, it was obvious from watching the show that he was an extraordinary man, particularly in this “modern” world. His love of his work and his indomitable spirit were impossible to miss.
I am broken hearted about Phil
You will be missed . You made friends you never new you had ! The legacy is greatly respected ! STEEM ON CAPT !
The wife just informed me of Capt. Harris’ death and as a former hand on a floating processor I watched a lot of Deadliest Catch with the memories of what it was like. He was appreciated by me as a get out there and get it done kind of guy. He will be missed by many of us that don’t know him personally and so his family and friends must have a great loss, My family’s condolences to all of the Harris family, the crew of the boat, and other family friends.
Art Brown Sr. Anchorage AK
i was just told about Capt. Phil’s death. i loved watching the show and watching him and his sons goof around when there was a lull in fishing. he was a “colorful” captain. he was by far my favorite. the cornelia marie was my fav boat. Capt. Phil you are gone but not forgotten. RIP Capt Phil
Force of personality. It’s why Deadliest Catch was Capt. Phil’s show. Force of personality. Larger than life yet a beacon pointing to what a good, full life can be. His strength and indomitable spirit were a lesson to us all. Complex and richly drawn as a man, as a father, as a friend. All these Captains were strong men. But Phil was different. Your attention pricked up when he was on screen. He was the real deal. Force of personality. RIP Phil Harris. First a man, then a father, then a friend. Only then a Captain. My heart goes out to your family and friends, and to the friends you made around the world.
Over here in Holland (Netherlands) we are running behind in the series. I am (as a coachdriver) also away from home for some period of time. That is why I only just found out about this big tradegy. Bye Phil. Rest in peace. Now you can sail all oceans of the universe. My thoughts are with his family. They are the true victims of this loss.
We in Holland have a special song for all fishermen…wherever they may be…I will be thinking especially of Phil next time I listen to it…(Sailing Home by Piet Veerman).
It’s June 1st and I just found this out today. I was heartbroken. I can’t imagine Deadliest Catch missing one of its essential ingredients! The Bering Sea just became much lonelier. God bless the family, crew, and friends the gruff old man leaves in remembrance! Peaceful sailing Capt. Phil!
Peace and blessings to Phil’s son’s, I am sure they will make him proud.
We will really miss you not being on the show, we have watched you since it started, it won’t be the same without you. We will continue watching the show as we do get involved in the lives of all on it and will really miss you.
Barb & Bil
I am sadden for the sudden tragedy of my favorite capt Phil, I love you man and I hope you are in a better place, thank you for all the pleasent moments you gave me while I watch your show, you where a good father and I will allways remember you, Jake and Josh Harris make your father proud by keeping the family tradition.
I have been hooked on Deadliest Catch since the first time I saw it about a year ago. While all my friends were watching “Desperate Housewives” I waited in anticipation for the next show. My favorites were Captain Phil of the Cornelia Marie and Captain Sig of the Northwestern. Captain Phil was the man I would have chosen to crew with. He always seemed to take care of and respect his crew and most certainly his kids. I only learned about his death tonight after catching a few recorded minutes of “After the Catch”. I was so deeply saddened to hear the news. I remember thinking that it was almost like losing a family member. God Bless and God Speed to Captain Phil and sincerest sympathy go out to the family…
Just devastated and can’t believe I didn’t hear this sooner. I have watched Deadliest Catch since it’s inception and LOVE love love Captain Phil and his crew mates…my teenage son and I watch together; I always felt it was bonding time for Phil and his sons AND for my son and I. If we, the fans, feel this way about Captain Phil, I can’t imagine how his close friends and family, especially Jake and Josh, have been feeling. ALL the sympathy in the world to you …the world has lost a wonderful man. Take care of yourselves and know that so many others cared for your Dad (friend, family) and still do. Big hugs, Michelle & Corey
For Josh and Jacob:
You’ll never forget your father’s face
the sound of his voice
the softness of his heart
his generous spirit, and
the sparkle in his eye when he laughed….
These things let you know you were loved.
You’ll never forget the stories he told,
the traditions he handed down…
These things let you know who you are.
You’ll never forget the lessons he taught,
the things he stood for
and the principles he fought for…
These are his gifts to you, and your legacy.
You’ll never forget,
and you’ll always know
that you honor your father every day
in how you live and who you are,
Because he loved YOU.
God bless Captain Phil…
there WILL be a movie about this man, watch and see, and I will buy the first ticket.
RIP friend.
Rick-U betcha & I’ll be right behind you!
My wife comes from a port town in Devon England, although we only know of him through the Deadliest Catch, he seemed a really gentleman, someone, whom was ‘what you see is what you get’.
I think he is one of these people whom will be remembered for many years to come, and in a way he live on for years to come, within the shows that he made so fantastic.
RIP Phil
cant believe it really happened to him. but phil you will be in my prays because you were the man and boat i liked the best. jake and josh take care of your selfs and keep your head up just remember what your dad would want you to do keep on fishing and keep the tradition alive.
Phil was always to me the Dad we shoulda had. Learn real life, no time for PC, but could be gentle with those he loved the most…Gonna miss him, so’s My wife, we both cried…Rest friend, you have earned it.
I would just like to say that Phil was much more than a reality tv star to me and my family. He represented a mass majority of what every man wants, success, love and a great family, he to me showed integrity, grit, and definately hard work. My heart goes out to the boys as they have a long road ahead of them. Josh and Jake ARE the Cornelia Marie and I know in my heart that you fellas will succeed with all your dreams, hold your head high Jake, from on recovering addict to another ,, it can be done big guy, ONE DAY AT A TIME. Anyway just wanted to give you guys my best wishes and let you know (as if you didn’t lol) that we all love you and your and you guys are in our prayers.
RIP Captain Phil Harris… god bless all of you!
I only saw him on t.v. but I felt like
I lost a father. RIP Phil.
Deepest Condolence to the family, he seems to have been an very interesting individual, wish I had known him personally. Looking forward to the movie based on Captain Phil’s life.
I have been a long time watcher of Deadliest Catch and when I read that Phil had passed away earlier this year I cried. Now that the show is here I have been dreading every episode, yet watching at my first opportunity. My heart hurt watching the last few episodes and while I am sure those boys know just how loved their father was – I hope it sinks in for them.
Dear Josh % Jake,
I wish you the best in all that you do, Very sorry for your loss. We all will miss Captain Phil Harris, May he rest in peace and forever live within our hearts. In the past we lost our “King” of rock n roll… and now we have lost our “King” of Crabbin”. He will forever be remembered! God Bless you
Dear jake and josh…i’m sending my love and prayers…your not alone…i watched the show b’cause my grandpa whom practically raised me on his cod fishing boat, passed many years ago…i would go with him fishing as often as i could…the others would woose out lol…the love of the ocean is still in me…always will be…your dad was a great guy…wish he was mine lol..RIP PHIL…
Hi, I started watching Deadliest Catch because of an employee I worked with. She had two brothers, one loved fishing one hated fishing. The brother that loved fishing did not go due to a new child. The brother that hated it died that season when his ship sank. They used his insurance money to take the family on vacation… From that moment my interest was peaked.
And well Capt Phil…Its all been said. I loved they way he loved his boys..his bikes..birdhouses and of course the sea.
To Jake and Josh, only just heard about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you even after all this time. We loved watching you guys on tv and he will be sorely missed by all of us. You guys be safe.
Regard and thoughts,
Sharron and Kev
Captain Phil will be greatly missed. to Jake and Josh, keeps Dads dream alive. i have faith in you both and truly believe that you will both succeed in whatever you choose to do. You are in my prayers.
Rest in Peace Captain
rust in vrede Captain Phil Harris
ik heb al de aflevering gezien
je was een goede capitein
Captain Phil will be greatly missed
Rest in Peace Captain phil
We loved watching you guys on tv and he will be sorely missed by all of us
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Hi. Phil was one of a kind. He always came across as honest, sincere and genuine. I adored watching him on the show and am absolutely gutted to find out that he’s passed on. It’s rare to find that earthy, raw, caring and loyal, honest demeanour in anyone and the world was a happier place with it. I express my most sincere affection and sympathies to both if his sons, I cannot even imagine the pain they are going through, and they need to know that even though I didn’t know their father, just saw a small edited highlight of the time they soent on the seas together, I could tell he was a great man and they both do him credit with their tenacity and determination to overcome horrendous odds. He was always obviously very proud of them and you could see that on his face.
Phil was Deadliest Catch for me, I will continue to watch it, but fail to see how it can ever be as great as he made it.
Long Live the Cornelia Marie. Rest in Peace Captain Phil.
We’ve been loyal watchers, and really loved any scene on the CM- Phil was the dad we all wished we had. Josh has become so much more over the last two years, than he was at the beginning, I’m excited to see him stepping into his dad’s shoes and carrying on the legacy that Phil tried to leave. Josh is so much like Phil, intelligent and caring, and I hope we’re able to follow the great things to come for his family. Your father’s memory will live on, and your family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
To a great man from all the fishermen her in Kalk Bay, Cape Town, South Africa. You will be sadly missed
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I just watched the very touching episodes depicting capt.Harris’ last days.Safe passage although I never met you in life, I will meet you in heaven.
RIP friend,you are missed.
R.I.P. Captain Phil Harris. Although the show (Deadliest Catch) will go on without him, it will never be the same. At least we still get the chance to watch his sons on the show who seem to be hard workers & good people just like their father was. Fortunately, Josh & Jake are easy on the eyes, which just adds to the appeal of the show. God bless them both & the rest of the crew who work on the Cornelia Marie.
Lots of people see what you did to your crews, MR. PHIL. And lots of people appreciate your kindness while they worked with you. You are a good example that everyone is going to follow your directions. People will see again in the other dimension.
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Wow… Thanks for the article! Us fans only saw a fraction of Phil’s everyday life but most of us wished we knew him like the Dutch Harbour folks! Yo guys were certainly blessed to have personally known Phil Harris “off camera”… Thanks for sharing this with us!
Phil Harris was and is “The PEOPLE’S Captain!”….
Just like Princess Diana was to Britain!
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I used to watch “Dealiest Catch” with the family on TV (in fact I still do when the re-runs are on). What a shame, and a sad loss.
RIP thanks for all of the good times that you shared with everyone.
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I’m a massive fan of the Discovery channel and I especially enjoyed the Deadliest Catch. I remember the episode with this guy in it and he was a real character. Dose anyone know when this episode will be repeated again
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My condolances……..so long Captain Phil, may you rest in peace
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A sad loss – the TV program is still shown in the UK.
Hi, I just want to say I am a big fan of deadliest Catch and loved the crew on the cornelia marie! I had a hard life, I was sexually abused when i was a teenager and had to go through a long process to get my life back on track! I wish Phil Harris was my father as my own father and rest didnt support me through them hard times and stupidly blamed me on what I went through. I walked away from them since that and have now a lovely familly of my own who support me 100%. I am not looking for sympathy, I just wanted to say that I would have picked Phil Harris to be my father any day over my own! Jake and Josh, you did your father proud, He loved both of you so much and you’s returned that favour by loving him back and he was very proud of the two of you! I hope everything works out for the two of you and youre father will always be there looking over you! R.I.P. Capt Phil Harris. “A great man”!
R.I.P. Capt Phil Harris!
RIP…. He was truly and always will be a legend in our hearts.
RIP…you will truly be missed.
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Although I am not familiar with Capt Phil, I sympathize with his fans. It sounds like he caught the attention of the public. Mourning for him became natural for his audience.
I JUST CRYED WHEN CAPT PHIL PASSED AWAY. BUT I KNOW IN MY HEART HIS SONS WILL CARRIE ON HIS NAME GOD BLESS YOU BOYS I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I FEEL LIKE I LOST A GOOD FRIEND AND I NEVER MET CAPT PHIL.I WILL KEEP YOULL IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS
rip captain harris..you are a big role model in my family..hats r off to jake and josh..keep ur heads up and make ur dad proud..
Good Work ! I remember the episode with this guy in it and he was a real character. Thanks !
RIP CAPT PHIL WE MISS YOU ON THE SHOWS BUT AS WE SEE YOUR BOYS WE KNOW YOU LIVE ON
A favourite program of my Fathers…RIP