It is with a saddened heart that Chapter #57, of Muskies, Inc. must announce the loss of one of our top award winning anglers and dear friend.

Pete Bergman, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at the age of 51.

We had fished that day with Pete, as we often did, being NW TIGER PAC members and some of his “water-dog” friends. We had lunch, laughed, and had some great conversation about muskies etc… that made us all smile as if that day would never end… it was just another one of those beautiful days for fishing and to share some time with friends.

I can personally say that Pete will be missed by all at Chapter 57. I already know that we think about him often and he will be remembered for the person he was. Pete was not only a great angler but was always willing to take the time to “help-out” the chapter or take another angler out in his boat with him and “show them the ropes”. Pete was extremely passionate about his muskies, surfing, and the craft of woodworking.

Pete had the soul of an artist he enjoyed making things with his hands that brought joy to others… He loved to make muskie lures and spend all day on the water with his many time fishing partner, Brett Olson and together they would find ways to continually make these lures better, and better, and yes, even “more better” than that! ;)

Pete loved the tiger muskie… a fish of “10,000 casts” the legends say… Well Pete, you were a great angler of pure heart and loving soul. I know we will continue to carry those precious memories of you with us each day as we cast our thoughts and prayers out to you knowing that you will hear them as they gently ripple across the universe to you… You know you will always have a here “seat” amongst us anytime… It would be an honor my friend…