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Memorial Service Held At Penn's Landing For 'Captain Lucky' Operator Of Ben Franklin Yacht Killed In Accident

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Boaters placed a wreath in the Delaware River to honor Eddie Verzella, who was the operator of the Ben Franklin Yacht. He was killed in an accident on June 14.

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The boating community held a memorial service Sunday afternoon for Verzella on Penn's Landing.

He was known as "Captain Lucky" to family, friends and loyal customers.

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