So long Beezy, thanks for the good times.

On Friday October 27th, our friend Beezy Shaw left this world for a brighter and better one.  We first met when I started traveling to boogies and events for PD, but had of course heard of him before that.  As Beezy used to say, "I'm famous, didn't you know?" and then chuckle when the person he was speaking to didn't quite know what to say.
I think the first time we spent some time together was in Rantoul, where him and Chris Martin were like peas in a pod, manning the Precision RV and tent.  I took an instant liking to Beezy, his friendly manner and easy going attitude, always ready to share a beer or two and tell stories.  I found his southern drawl absolutely irresistible, that combined with his story telling skills and unique choice of words always had me laughing. 
Beezy and I may have worked for competing companies, but always in a respectful and friendly manner.  We shared the philosophy that our customers should jump the canopy that best fit their needs and likes, and both did our best to help them find that canopy.  Beezy didn't hesitate to refer people over to the PD tent if he wasn't able to accommodate them - always with a smile, being the gentleman he was.
Beezy touched many lives and was genuinely loved by the skydiving community.  He worked with students and introduced many a jumper to the sport.   More importantly, he then did his best to keep them safe and didn't hesitate to lay down the smack when needed, Beezy style.   
Beezy was a proud father and a husband, our deepest condolences to his wife and kids.
Check out dropzone.com to read some of the memories jumpers from around the world are sharing. 
Beezy - we will miss you dearly.  Thanks again for the good times.  Put some beer in the fridge and keep it cold, we have a lot of catching up to do when we meet up again.
Oh, and I hope that the Chattanoogan.com doesn't mind that I borrowed the picture of Beezy from them, I just didn't have one handy.  If they are anything like Beezy they'll be ok with it, and he always did say that Tennessee folks were some of the nicest in the world!

Comments

[Ash Hollick]

Nice article. Ive seen these guys in action and filmed some of stuff they get up to, its new, imaginitive, pushes the bounderies and is really spectator friendly. Great adverts for PD and the sport.