Tragic loss for Team 57 and the fishing community

[troutdog]

I type with a heavy heart this evening, unable to sleep, still numb and in disbelief over the recent news that "Trout Nine" aka "TK" lost his life in a senseless act of violence this weekend....I realize most people who know him have already learned of this through social media, but I felt his FNN friends should know as well.

A Memorial has already been set up in his name at Sarl, a book to sign in his memory, as well as a fundraiser and BBQ this coming Saturday. From what I understand Irvine will be following suit for the Sport Chalet tournament in his name. TK left behind a young family, it breaks my heart thinking of his children. If you can pay your respects to a fellow fisherman that had a heart of gold, I would encourage you to do so whether you knew him personally or not. He was a good soul.

In an effort to help the family we created a "GoFundMe" memorial fund....thank you in advance for your thoughts and prayers.
http://www.gofundme.com/nml5p0





TD

[Fishingdachronarch201E7]

My condolences go out to his family and friends...anytime anyone losses anyone its huge!!!! I didnt know him but like I said my prayers r with him and his family RIP!!

Tony g

[etucker1959]

My condolences go out to his family and friends...anytime anyone losses anyone its huge!!!! I didnt know him but like I said my prayers r with him and his family RIP!!

Tony g

x2 it's always sad!!!!!

[Fishbones]

very very sad and way too young rest in peace TK

[Mr T-rex]

Wow just to think that we fished at the same lake is just sad! He actually helped me out with a couple of tips here and there
RIP Trout Nine

[Cadillyak]

This hurts my heart. I live in San Diego, but travel up north occasionally to fish the tourneys up at Irvine, SARL, and Corona. Regardless of which tourney I fished, I always ran into him and it felt like we didn't miss a beat. Still in disbelief. My condolences to the family. RIP TK...

[5150fishn]

I'm still having a hard time with this senseless act of violence. TK was one of the most kind hearted and mellow guys you could ever meet! He never had a negative comment for anyone. We no doubt lost a great guy and a spectacular angler! R.I.P. My brotha.

[Rooster]

TK aka T9 Gonna miss you bud, Class act and always had that special smile on his face. Love ya bro RIP

[DockRat]

RIP Bro.
Fish in Peace.
DR

[Wingnut]

I met TK at several Team 57 events at Irvine Lake and he was always kind and courteous to me. A very nice young man... he will be missed.
My condolences to his family and friends.