Rotten
Row Crew Citation
* By
Order Of Frankie,
The
Commodore Of Rotten Row *
Having
demonstrated exemplary skill,
trustworthiness
and undying loyalty, the entire Crew of Rotten Row,
the
Officers & enlisted hereby bequeath thee with all of the
rights,
privileges
and honors afforded to your stature.
(Working
in
order
from the end of the dock, the officers of Rotten Row received their
citations
for the following brave sacrifices they have shown :-)
Presented to:
Ensign Gumby
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has risen above
the routine actions of
the masses as
witnessed
on the occasion of:
The
Provision Of Apparel,
October
2002.
This unselfish act
exemplifies the
adage
‘Giving the shirt off
his back’. The
crew
remains indebted for the garments with
which they find
themselves
heretofore
adorned.
Presented to:
Captain
Graham
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
manifested
model seamanship at the
helm of
the vessel ‘Free Bird’
on the
occasion
of:
The
Storm Of Couchiching
(Lake),
August 2002.
His unparalleled
steadfastness while
experiencing
hurricane force winds, 6 foot
seas and the wrath of
Debbie has
earned
him the highest esteem of his crew.
Presented to:
Skipper
Bruce
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
continues to engage in his
duty as standard bearer
for the gang
of Rotten Row through
the
occurrences
of:
Daily
Presence Upon Lake
Simcoe,
Spring/Summer/Fall 2002.
His unrivaled jaunts
signal
persistent,
unwavering visitations onto
the water, be it calm
or foul,
meriting
him favour with those amongst him wishing
to partake in the
Friday evening
Booze
Cruise.
Presented to:
Rear
Admiral
Danomano
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has overwhelmed
the entire crew with
his super human
power
as demonstrated on the
occasion of:
The
Prying Open Of The Wallet,
July
2002.
His sudden purchase of
the vessel
‘Doc
Of The Bay’ unmasked
a capacity formerly
unwitnessed and
will
forever dwell in
the chronicles of
Rotten Row lore.
Presented to:
Vice
Admiral
Brauweiler
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has belatedly rendered
himself inclusive of
the social
interaction
on Rotten Row
as principally
witnessed on the
occasion
of:
Labour
Day Weekend, August
2002.
Previously
distinguished primarily
for
an uncanny capacity to procure waterfowl by hand, the recipient has
proven
himself worthy as backup vocalist for frequent renditions of Sinatra.
Presented to:
Harbour
Master
Dave
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has become known for classic navigational expertise, typified and
evidenced
on;
The
Friday Evening Cocktail
Hours,
Summer 2002.
His masterful
maneuvering through
perilous
drunk clouds
while wandering about
foggy faces
and
slurred communications, has
earned him exalted
favor with his
crew.
Presented to:
Commander
Dom
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has come
to personify a
quintessential
proficiency
in assisting
his fellow boaters, as
attested
thereabout;
Helms
& Engine
Compartments
On Rotten Row, 2002.
His unrivaled insights
continue to
help
cultivate an evermore thorough
understanding and
appreciation for
the
care and maintenance
of our prized vessels.
Presented to:
Petty
Officer
Billy
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
is recognized
for his deeds of
melodious musical
rendering
on the occasion of:
The
Keswick Marine Corn Roast,
September,
2002.
His incomparable
entertaining
vocations
have spread joy to the throngs of
the faithful &
mildly inebriated,
inspiring many to
master the air
guitar.
Presented to:
Executive
Officer
Stevie
The aforementioned
holder of this
certificate
has established himself as trailblazer,
as attested to while
engaging in;
The
Crossing Of Lake Simcoe,
September
2, 2002.
His selfless insistence
to spearhead
a
perilous crossing of
the lake, ignoring
damage incurred
to
his own vessel,
precipitated the calm
and orderly
return
of his pursuing mates.
(Nov. 23/02)