Subject had been fishing since 8:00 pm the evening before.  Subject (as was later known) also was diabetic and had suffered a stroke earlier in the year.  Vessel was found anchored and had food on board, cellphone and fishing pole over the side.  From that it is assumed that subject fell overboard.  Cause is unknown.  Victim was discovered in shallow, 1-2 feet, of water.  Rescue swimmer was able to retrieve the body, then gave body to USCG, who gave body to Chippewa Sheriff, who handed it to coronor.  Victim was not wearing a PFD.
Nephew of victim went to check on his uncle, and reported him as missing.
City of Sault Ste Marie       