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Originally Posted by Rtrorkt
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51 years old.
RIP Shmoo.....
"'Shmoo' will be remembered around the world for his flamboyant surfing on tour, epic commentary and love of the core surfing values and lifestyle," underlines Surfing Australia.
John Shimooka was battling depression. He lost his wife to cancer in 2019, and Garcia's suicide attempt also knocked him around.
He had recently supported mental health organizations and always spoke openly about his own condition.
"Shmoo" was planning an emotional visit to Hawaii for the first time in years.
John Shimooka is survived by his son, Brandon.