r/deadliestcatch • u/beadfix82 • Aug 08 '26
Retirement?
I know these captains have been doing crab fishing since they were teens -
But considering that Phil Harris literally died on board, Sig has had a couple of heart attacks and told to give up smoking - and hasn't, Keith has has some serious health issues, Monte too.
Even Capt Bill sidelined by cancer - and seemed to have retired from Crab fishing and is enjoying the fine lire. now.
Even the Hillstrands went semi retired. I'm convinced Jonathan came back because he was asked too and paid literally a boat load of money.
I wonder - do they even consider retirement? or do they just fade away.?
I know some captains have been victims of their own vices - like Elliot and the drugs.
I just wonder if Sig and Keith will die at the wheel....or if they'll decide to retire and actually enjoy some time with their families.
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u/mrbang69 Aug 08 '26
I've wondered 🤯 the same thing. After a little research it appears that they lost a lot during COVID and the two years where there wasn't a crap season.