Chip Holcher
A couple weeks ago I was training my new puppy Roscoe, Eric was helping as he always would. We were at McKee's, working on pointing and we had a few birds in traps. Many of you know the drill - the key thing to know about it for those of you that don't is that timing is the most important part of the drill - it is essential. After the 2nd or 3rd bird I released the bird at exactly the right time and Eric just said "that was good timing, Holcher". I replied, "Thanks"! …. Then after a few seconds I added "after about 10 years it's about time!!". Then, with a huge smile on his face Eric said. "We'll that’s what I was thinking but didn't want to say it".
Eric was a very interesting, intense, mentoring, and funny man and I will miss him. Eric and my memories with him will live on inside my soul and I will cherish them. My heart goes out to Claire and Jessica and his family.
