purple6807 0 #1 August 20, 2011 Jack Hammer - AKA John Sheehy (Skydive Atlanta / Skydive The Farm) passed away in Hawaii a couple of days ago... from a non-skydiving incident. Jack was a very good friend of mine, and the 1st to encourage me to become an AFF instructor many years ago... Thank you for your friendship, our jumps together and encouragement over the years. I'm at a loss for words...You will be truly missed my friend. My thoughts and prayers to all Jack's friends and family.... RIP - BSBD - Peace..... Love you bro... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #2 August 20, 2011 Very unfortunate. I really liked Jack. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dittodogg 0 #3 August 20, 2011 BSBD. Jack was on of the good ones.Team Dirty Sanchez #455, Muff Brother #4197, SCR #14847, DPH -8, Dude #5150 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #4 August 20, 2011 very sad news. Jack was so positive and encouraging when I jumped at SDA. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pokerstar 0 #5 August 20, 2011 Oh no, Jack was my instructor on several of my AFF jumps. What a great person. Words fail. BSBD Jack you will be missed.Fortunately, I'm adhering to a pretty strict, uh, drug, uh, regimen to keep my mind, you know, uh, limber. --- The Dude --- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Divalent 116 #6 August 21, 2011 What a great guy, and an excellent and very experienced instructor. I was sad to see him depart for Hawaii, and infinitely sadder to learn of his death. Blue skies, Jack. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keithbar 1 #7 August 21, 2011 blues jack. blues. safe swoops, blue skies and see you on the other side. i have on occasion been accused of pulling low . My response. Naw I wasn't low I'm just such a big guy I look closer than I really am . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
denete 2 #8 August 21, 2011 SCR #14809 "our attitude is the thing most capable of keeping us safe" (look, grab, look, grab, peel, punch, punch, arch) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jrmaf 0 #9 August 21, 2011 I worked with Jack at CSS. He was one of the best Instructors I've ever known. I was on the load when he had his Tandem accident that nearly paralyzed him, and was at the hospital with him when he took his first steps during rehab, without the crutches. The look on his face was priceless. I still have the video where he swooped in and stole a kiss from my wife on a tandem. Blue skies, my brother...You were one of a kind. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillstalker 0 #10 August 21, 2011 bsbd buddy."Never grow a wishbone, where your backbone ought to be." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iluvtofly 0 #11 August 22, 2011 I was in total disbelief when I heard the news. I still am. I just cannot believe it. You were one of a kind. Always so helpful, always there when needed. You never complained when us manifest girls screwed up or worked you too hard. I will forever miss you. BSBD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airathanas 0 #12 August 22, 2011 Wow - this is a shock. I knew Jack when I was jumping in Georgia a few years back. He was always very encouraging and supportive. He helped me out when I was working towards fulfilling my coaching rating requirements. We miss and love you Jack. See you on the other side.http://3ringnecklace.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iambeav2 0 #13 August 22, 2011 There's no need for a long reply. This isn't fair! As mentioned before Jack was one of the good guys!!...it's not the fact that you don't appreciate what you have until it's gone...it's the fact that you don't appreciate what you have until someone appreciates it for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hajnalka 0 #14 August 22, 2011 I miss you - I had for some time - and maybe I could have/should have been a better friend ... but I think we both did our best. You knew I loved you, I knew you loved me, and that's what counts, right? (I can just hear you laugh.) I hope you're at peace, my friend. Thanks for all you taught me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superwhuffo 0 #15 August 22, 2011 Jack the Hammer is dead...it's just difficult to believe...he taught me to skydive and he helped me to get my AFF rating and my Pro Rating...he may have lived in his own world at times....but he had a lot of good ways about him. After he broke his back in a tandem accident (that was not his fault...his body building student put the brakes on early and held it down until the canopy collapsed) he was just not the same person....but now he's dead...it's over...We take risk not to escape life, but to keep life from escaping._______________________ It is noble to teach oneself; it is still nobler to teach others. Mark Twain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bolas 5 #16 August 22, 2011 I didn't know Jack as well as some but I know he gave great hugs cuz a mutual friend asked me to hug him for her every time I saw him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parachutist 2 #17 August 22, 2011 About 8 years ago Jack saw me and he realized I just needed a little confidence kick to progress in this sport. He provided that boost and gave me some tools to work with. Whenever I had questions about Coach/AFF ratings or about ways to teach, he'd take the time to explain them. I learned a great deal from Jack, and he never asked for anything in return. I could see the smile on his face however, when he saw me succeed. Thank you, Jack. You will certainly be missed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jlmiracle 7 #18 August 22, 2011 This really sux! Jack was one of the friendliest skydivers I have ever met. Blue Skies Hammertime! jBe kinder than necessary because everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hajnalka 0 #19 August 23, 2011 Quote I didn't know Jack as well as some but I know he gave great hugs cuz a mutual friend asked me to hug him for her every time I saw him. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drae 0 #20 August 23, 2011 I will never remember the joy of the air and the fun times I had at SDA without thinking of Jack Hammer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mpohl 1 #21 August 23, 2011 Another "sanitized" threat... He was an asshole! Certifiably! And that's after my wife (AFFI, TI, Rigger) and I (TI, Rigger) welcomed him at SDA. What a Snake!!! He turned on everyone (staff), for his own gains... QuoteI will never remember the joy of the air and the fun times I had at SDA without thinking of Jack Hammer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #22 August 24, 2011 WTF....you crazy idiot??? Did you learn anything the time you got hurt so bad?? -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #23 August 24, 2011 Good GOD. I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
purple6807 0 #24 August 24, 2011 WTF Dude... Really ?? Not Cool....! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drae 0 #25 August 24, 2011 Was that necessary? I think this thread is for people that thought highly of Jack to say their goodbyes..not for those of you that did not to vent hostility. Please, let those of us who have fond memories of him share them here without your venom. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites