Lost wedding-ring found in the water! Silver Lake, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.
July 4th marks the official birthday of the United States, when its independence was enacted by a group of brave, dedicated men. Most of the signees paid dearly for their actions; they lost possessions, properties, businesses, even their lives in some cases. This past July 4th was extra special as it marked the 250th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Celebrations were held all over the country. One family celebrated on picturesque Silver Lake, near Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. There Brookfield, Wisconsin residents, Brian and Maura Wilman were enjoying all the lake offers. After diving into the water, Brian returned to the boat dock. While standing on the dock, he brushed water off himself and heard the distinct sound of something hard bouncing off the aluminum deck. That’s when he noticed his yellow-gold wedding ring missing from his hand.
A desperate search ensued. A friend even used a metal detector. All that was found in the water, however, was the remains of brass shotgun shells from bygone duck-hunting days. Brian’s ring had vanished!
The following day I received a text from Maura, saying, “We’d love your help!” In a follow-up phone call, I arranged to meet the Wilman’s on location that same afternoon.
Metal detecting in and around docks and boatlifts can be challenging. The heavy aluminum pipes and framework tend to overpower a metal detector. As with previous efforts, the remains of brass shotgun shells were evident. I first cleared one side of the dock then moved to the boatlift area on the opposite side. Not far from the boat-lift, a signal invited further investigation. The bottom was rocky, preventing the use of my scoop, so I dove down into the water and immediately felt the target—Brian’s wedding ring!
The smiles on the Wilman’s faces tell the rest of the story! July 4th now has extra meaning for this couple as the story of Brian’s wedding ring continues.
If you or someone you know has lost a piece of jewelry, recently or long ago, on land, in the water or in the snow, don’t let its story end. Call right away. I’d love to add your smile to the growing list of clients who, like Brian and Maura, are so glad they did.