"Bill Crealock died at the age of 90, about one week ago. He had fallen and broke a hip. Death was caused by complications from the broken hip. He will be sorely missed. A sailor, a naval architect, a gentleman, he had great dry humor." Many many worthy designs.I've always drooled over the Dana 24
darn....may he rest in peace... .
He was a real gentleman, and he designed some beauties.
I once had what turned out to be a dumb question about a boat I was looking at. When I couldn't get an answer, a friend suggested that I "call Bill himself." So I did.
He answered the phone, answered my question and was a delight to speak with.
May he have fair sailing wherever he is!
I think he left behind a legacy of many beautiful and functional designs. He will not soon be forgotten.
Fair winds, Bill!