A Heartwarming Message In A Bottle Discovered By Fishermen In California

August 28, 2014

He found a message in a bottle while fishing at Francis Beach, California.

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The bottle washed up on shore.

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It wasn't easy to open.

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He used a cork screw on his multi-tool.

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Inside it contained this rolled up letter.

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It was laminated and sealed with tape.

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"My name is Mel, I have 3 beautiful kids and a beautiful wife of almost 54 years when I passed. I love the ocean, deep sea fishing, abalone hunting with my 2 sons and visiting the tide pools with the whole family. Today my family is laying me to rest in a place that I love... the ocean. So this starts my journey... If you find this message in a bottle please go to my Facebook page ___ post a pic of yourself and where you found me an send me back on my journey. Thanks and God bless, Mel's family."

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He resealed the bottle...

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And sent Mel back on his journey.

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Goodbye, Mel.

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Via Reddit

Best wishes to Melvin and his family. May he rest in peace and continue his journey.

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