We Lost a Shining Star this Weekend

[captmike28]

It is with a very heavy heart that I must report that Steve Sponza of Wego Bait and Tackle passed away this weekend.

I had known Steve for over 30 years, and not only did he supply me with some of the freshest bait and cutting-edge tackle, he was always a fountain of solid Information. Needless to say, he was one of the nicest guys you would ever want to be with. In fact, I just saw him this past Thursday morning as I was picking up my ice and bait for the day's charter.

I am quite confident that all who knew him, even casually, will agree he was a real gem. For those who wish to pay their respects there will be viewing hours this coming Tuesday 9/26 at the Defriest/Grattan Funeral Home in Southold.

My deepest condolences to his family and all the many folks who knew him.
RIP, Steve.

Capt. Mike Bady

 

[george]

That's sad to hear Mike.

 

[jpd]

Sorry to hear about your friend.

 

[cany]

Sorry for your loss

 

[longcast]

Very sorry to hear.

 

[Chinacat]

Sorry to hear that Mike
I know the shop but not him personally

 

[captmike28]

Sorry to hear that Mike
I know the shop but not him personally

This one is going to hurt for a long time.

The turn out at his wake this afternoon was really large. I would guess this evening was even bigger. A fitting tribute for a really great guy.

 

[OVERBORED]

Sounds like a well respected guy. You're very fortunate to have known someone like that. Sorry for your loss.

 

[live bait]

I moved here in 2019 & was a tin boat guy in the sound, their is a chance I might have figured it out eventually, but Steve had a way of pointing me in the right direction & like any good fisherman, not telling me everything. He smiled at my success, always treated me fair. Three other shops closer to where I live, but WeGo was, & I hope, will continue to be my go to shop, glad I wandered in.

 

[live bait]

I moved here in 2019 & was a tin boat guy in the sound, their is a chance I might have figured it out eventually, but Steve had a way of pointing me in the right direction & like any good fisherman, not telling me everything. He smiled at my success, always treated me fair. Three other shops closer to where I live, but WeGo was, & I hope, will continue to be my go to shop, glad I wandered in.

Oops moved here in 1999. A little too much of the brown adult beverage this evening

 

[live bait]

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