| Filmmakers for Conservation mourn the loss |
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| Monday, 13 February 2012 00:00 |
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Filmmakers for Conservation mourn the loss of American cinematographer Michael deGruy and Australian TV writer-producer Andrew Wight, who were both killed as their chopper went down shortly after takeoff from an airstrip near Nowra, 97 miles north of Sydney, Australia last week. Mike DeGruy spent three decades making documentary films about the ocean and Andrew Wight was widely acclaimed as the writer-producer of the 3D movie "Sanctum." National Geographic and "Titanic" director James Cameron confirmed the victims' identities in a joint statement that said "the deep-sea community lost two of its finest" with the deaths of the two underwater documentary specialists.
On Thursday the 16th of February an intimate funeral service for family and close friends will be held at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Following the funeral there will be a commemoration to celebrate the life of Andrew Wight at the same location.
Andrew loved the oceans and was actively involved in marine conservation. He loved flying and was a member of the Royal Flying Doctor Service who helped people in need, and he has always been a farmer and helping the farming community. Andrew supported the following charities that were very close to his heart. If you would like to make a donation please see the links below: If you would like to make a donation please see the links below: Australian Marine Conservation Society
If you would like to make a contribution in Mike deGruy's memory, please consider:
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The Board extends its condolences and sympathy to family and friends of two of this decade's most talented filmmakers and conservationists.
