The Weekly joins the community in saying goodbye to one of the true pioneers of the little rock we call Key Largo. Jerry Greenberg passed away in Key Largo on Wednesday, Sept. 1. Greenberg changed the game in underwater photography and diving, with the first underwater color photograph cover for National Geographic in 1962. Right to the end, he was still taking pictures and mentoring a select few on the value of hard work, integrity, love of country and protecting our reefs. Just one week ago, he announced his “early retirement.” Funeral and final arrangements will be private, and, most fittingly, he will be buried in his dive skin and cap, with his mask, fins and snorkel. A celebration of Greenberg’s life and work is in the works for when it is safe to gather. Condolences to his family can be sent to sales@fishcards.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Dr. Thomas Goreau’s nonprofit marine restoration efforts at globalcoral.org. A full obituary will be included in next week’s Weekly.
