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Calling hour’s, and a Celebration of Life for David “Heavy D” Sutherland in Gloucester

Dave Heavy D SutherlandDavid R. “Heavy D” Sutherland, 47, of Gloucester passed away suddenly when his fishing vessel became distressed in an ocean storm. He was the loving companion to Susie Byrd with whom he shared 8 years of companionship. He was a hard- working, beloved fisherman in the Gloucester Community for many years and was the Captain of the Fishing Vessel Orin C. He began his love for fishing and catching lobster many years ago on the Saugus River. Read the details here, In lieu of flowers donations in David’s memory may be made to the Sutherland Children’s Fund c/o TD Bank 2 Harbor Loop Gloucester, MA 01930. 09:32

David S. Oakes has set sail for his final port.

1394468_656424637735296_964145650_nSouth Thomaston — David S. “Oakesey” Oakes, 46, a true captain and hero, died doing what he loved, off the shores of Cape Ann in Massachusetts, after saving his son-in-law Jason’s life, Friday Oct. 25, 2013. Born in Rockland, Aug. 31, 1967, he was the son of Bernard “Sonny” Jr. and Elizabeth Scott Oakes. Educated locally, he was a 1986 graduate of Rockland District High School. David has set sail for his final port, and his passing leaves those he loved battered by the waves, but hopeful for the calm waters of peaceful memories. more here, calling hours and service information. 12:11