posted 10-15-2014 04:39 PM ET (US)            

We will miss you. You've been part of my Whaler experience since 2001 and I really appreciated all your help.

posted 10-15-2014 07:55 PM ET (US)            

Dave

posted 10-16-2014 09:50 AM ET (US)            

http://smg.photobucket.com/user/warrent/media/Boston%20Whalers/DSC_6203. jpg.html?sort=4&o=53

posted 10-16-2014 10:03 AM ET (US)            

Chuck was one of the leaders of our little NorCal whalers group long with Tony Wilde (elaelap).

Chuck was youthful for his age, bright-eyed, 200% full of life, impossibly intelligent, and so passionate about everything. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to Linda, to whom he referred as "The Admiral"

posted 10-16-2014 02:05 PM ET (US)            

So long Chuck. I will remember all your talent, wisdom and whaler tips like you just told me yesterday.

posted 10-16-2014 06:13 PM ET (US)            

Scrolling through the photos Warren posted above reminds me of so many good times and life long friendships that were forged directly or indirectly through this website.

Chuck's knowledge base in electronics, boating, diving, electronics, and so much more made him an invaluable resource. He was also a very giving and kind person. He would always offer his house up to travelers, his time, and his knowledge on issues. Many heated debates (on technical grounds only!) were always fun to read and always brought a smirk to my face. Chuck's sense of humor was always on.

I mostly knew him through the scubaboard and here on CW. Over the last decade we got together a handful of times, and I have also experienced Chuck through other divers in Monterey that I have met up with. Chuck was the unofficial "Mayor" of SCUBA in Northern California.

You will be missed Chuck.

posted 10-17-2014 10:46 AM ET (US)            

So many good memories.

posted 10-18-2014 04:35 PM ET (US)            

Chuck was an absolute prince of a man; kind, friendly and smart as a whip. I met him in person at the first NorCal Whaler Rendezvous in 2001, and he was a fixture at every one since then. Chuck really knew how to live life to the fullest, and stories and photos from his diving and boating adventures held the fascination of all who were lucky enough to share in them. He was always so kind to my kids, who grew up at those early Rendesvous', and that is something I will always remember about him.

Fair winds and following seas dear Chuck, you will be missed.

-Andy

posted 10-22-2014 12:37 AM ET (US)            

I found this on Youtube…poignant memories

posted 10-26-2014 12:09 AM ET (US)            

He was very kind to me, sent me little things for my boat. Class act. Who can forget his detailed recommendations for turning a classic Montauk into the ultimate dive boat, or the sadness when he lost his friend and underwater photographer, Kawika Chetron.

posted 10-26-2014 01:52 AM ET (US)            

I witnessed the "whitey tightey" event from the shallow gunnels of my old 17. It was a hilarious, fun, and good natured situation. Andy Gere was on hand to help, Tony, Matt, and several others if memory serves. Chuck was good about it and popped a brew, grabbed his camera and waited out the tide.

Tony told me another Chuck Tribolet story about an earlier rendezvous in which someone had dropped something into the water, or had some issue, where Chuck strapped on a mask and fins and jumped into the water to retrieve the item.

A couple of us here in Nor Cal have whalers that haven't seen a bath in years, and lack a certain... well... original appearance..maybe like a "hurricane survivor" or something like that. Chuck would refer to these as "nice work boats".

That title stuck with my boat and forever after Loolee 3 has become that boat. I'm proud of my "work boat"

I hope some folks have other stories to share about Chuck, or any of our members who have departed us... to me that is the greatest honor to pay them... a great narrative.