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16 MAY 2019 WorldWide Drilling Resource ® In Memoriam James Meyers (1968~2019) Sadly, James Meyers, 50, of Oconto Falls, Wisconsin, passed away February 17, 2019, as the result of a snowmobile accident. Since 2003, he was the third generation owner/operator of Luisier Drilling. He will be remembered for his zest for life while boating, snowmobiling, golfing, riding his Harley, and following all Wisconsin sports teams - especially the Packers as a season ticket holder. He enjoyed his six- day-a-week Bod-e Bootcamp fitness center workout to stay in shape. A longtime member of River Island Golf Club, he sponsored his own league team and volunteered equipment and his time to improve the course. Left behind to cherish James’ memory is his wife Stephanie; their children Gregory (Stacey) and Morgan; granddaughters Stella and Macy; his parents; siblings; extended family; and friends. Lloyd Vernon Huckfeldt (1941~2019) Lloyd Vernon Huckfeldt, 77, passed away in his Napa, California, home on February 26, 2019, after a six- month battle with bladder cancer. Born in Nebraska, he joined the Navy after high school graduation and trav- elled the world on a destroyer as a sonar technician. After landing in San Diego and fulfilling his four-year term, Lloyd travelled north to Napa, where he met his first wife Elaine. His second marriage was to Marilyn. He employed at Red Star, EZ Tire Repair, then started and ran Malco, a distributorship for auto shop/tire repair supplies. In the early 1970s, Lloyd purchased a piece of property which needed a water well, so he bought a cable tool rig and drilled one himself. His fascination with groundwater development encouraged him to become licensed, then he purchased a rotary drill rig and established Huckfeldt Well Drilling. He continued to improve his knowledge and upgraded the equipment, working with his son Don and a great crew, eventually selling the business to Don and his daughter-in-law Ann in 2005. He was a member of the National Ground Water Association, California Groundwater Association, American Legion, and Veterans of Foreign War. Travelling in his RV, flying, and tinkering on projects were what Lloyd like to do. He enjoyed family gatherings and watching his granddaughters’ sporting events. He was also an avid fan of the San Fransisco sports teams. Lloyd is survived by his son Don and daughter-in-law Ann; granddaughters Lexi and Halle; brother Dick (Liane); and nieces Tracie and Tana. Charles L. “Charlie” Gallagher (1932~2019) Charles L. “Charlie” Gallagher, 86, passed away suddenly on February 27, 2019, at his home in Marshall, Michigan. He owned and operated a dairy farm for many years. He also worked for Ray Leonard Well Drilling for several years, and a short time at Eaton Corporation. A member of Saint Ann Catholic Church and the Kalamazoo Valley Antique Engine and Machinery Club, Charlie enjoyed his antique tractors and steam en- gines. He was always working with wood - making walking sticks, clothespins, and wood puzzles for family and friends. He was a familiar sight each year at the Calhoun County Fair. He loved going to family reunions, visiting friends, and showing people how to make rope using his rope maker. Charlie is survived by his nieces and nephews Richard (Kristy), Marjorie (Mike), Carolyn (John), Bonnie (Ron), Russell (Beni), and Melissa (Bob); great nieces and nephews; and great-great nieces and nephews. Lawrence Ross “Bud” Webber (1940~2019) The Utah Ground Water Association (UGWA) sadly reported Lawrence Ross “Bud” Webber, 78, of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Overton, Nevada, left this world on March 26, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Salt Lake City, Bud attended West High School. He married Linda Lee, and they had four children. They later divorced. In 1985, Bud married his childhood sweetheart, Carol, and gained five more children. He and Carol then adopted a daughter. Bud began his career in drilling in 1968, as a partner with J.G. Lee Drilling. In 1973, he started his own company, Webber Drilling. He was a member and past president of the UGWA. He instilled in his children a strong work ethic, integrity, the love of family and animals, and most importantly to always “be your word”. Bud leaves behind his wife Carol; daughters RoquesAnn (Craig), Ronda (Tom), and Samm; stepchildren Tamara, Laurie, Kimberly, and Shane (Sonya), plus numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The management and staff of WWDR extend their sympathies to these drilling professionals’ family, friends, and coworkers. Lest we forget...