Back in the Saddle by Johnny Hale |
I was saddened today to learn of the passing of a great
friend of poker, a wonderful man, outstanding father and friend of every down
and out poker player.
It is with a Tip of the Hat that I salute the life of Pete
Knowles, a member in good standing of "The Seniors" World Championship
of Poker/ Poker Players Hall of Fame.
Pete’s son Bryson informed me about the passing of his
father and his plans to create the inaugural Pete Knowles Charity Poker
Tournament to be held annually in his honor.
The plan is to host the event in Pete’s hometown of Uvalde,
Texas. All that may wish to be put on the mailing list for this event may e-mail
me at [email protected]. I will
keep you advised of the dates and details of this wonderful charity poker event.
Pete was a true gentleman of poker, business, and life! He
will be greatly missed by all.
As for my family, we will be leaving soon to attend the Fall
Poker Roundup in Pendleton, Oregon to host "The Seniors" World
Championship of Poker/Poker Players Hall of Fame.
Dr. Peter Fisher will be inducted into "The
Seniors" WCOP/HOF on Nov. 10 at the Wildhorse Casino and the roll of honor
will be called at this event. It’s my sad task to have to add the name of Pete
Knowles to this honored list of passed members of "The Seniors" WCOP/HOF.
If you wish to view this Roll of Honor you are invited to www.ok-j.com!
OK-J Tip of the Week
This is for my wife, Carol. I sure hope that all poker
players and citizens take time out from the poker games and their other
activities to go vote.
When I was 17, I volunteered for the United States Navy and
hold two discharges from service – one for World War II and one for the Korean
War.
In the history of our beloved country many have died with
much blood and treasure spent for this voting right. It is one of the most
important things you will ever have the opportunity to do!
By failing to vote, you give up all your rights to complain
about how poker is played and life is lived in this wonderful country.
Until next time remember to stay lucky!
