Alaska State Troopers said a Wisconsin man died in an accident aboard a boat in Cook Inlet. Troopers said 55-year-old Lewis Byerly of Frederic, Wis., on Thursday morning pulled up an anchor with a motorized winch on the fishing boat Anna Lane and his arm became tangled in the chain. continued@channel3000
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Horrible news.
My condolences to Lewis Bryerlys loved ones, and his dory mates.
You are now fishing with the best, Lewis. Prayers for your family. You are so loved Lewie. Honestly don’t think you were aware of by how many. Now you will. Rest in Peace my friend.
The Alaskan seas are dimmer place without you old friend. Sail on in peace.