In Memoriam: Jack Cole of Skipjack Yachts

FLORIDA — Jack Cole, the founder of what became Skipjack Yachts, has reportedly died. Details of his death were not immediately available. Skipjack Yachts posted a brief update of Cole’s death on its website, informing customers he passed away in Florida. Cole was hailed as “the original maverick and founder of...

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Tom Grogan says:

April 16, 2018 at 12:45 pm

Dear Irene , Jack jr and Jeff my deepest condolences to your families. I am a proud owner of a Skipjack 262 Hull # 36 built for the 01 Miami boat show . Moonchaser resides in Lewes,De .She has provided countless memories for our family and still turns heads to this day! Thank you for a small piece of Jacks’ legacy we consider it an Heirloom! God Bless you all and may Jack Rest In Peace. Sincerely the Grogan family.

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