GLOUCESTER — Capt. Sebastian “Busty” Noto aboard the Sea Farmer II and Capt. Gus Sanfilippo aboard the Lily Jean kept in constant contact during their recent fishing trip as they have done for decades.
As the historic fishing community mourns the loss of seven crew members aboard the Lily Jean, Noto, too, grieves the loss of a dear friend and colleague.
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