Book of Memories for Trygve Vorren

Story shared: EyAHJFFgPLIgUK

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:40:38 EDT

Great common sense here. Wish I'd thuohgt of that.

Memorial Candle lit by Eduardo Peralta

Sat, 10 Sep 2011 09:14:18 EDT

Eduardo Peralta

Condolence From Jose\

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 14:26:41 EDT

I've worked with Trygve on several ships. I was the Maitre D' and I can honestly say that he was my favorite captain. He treated everyone with respect and did not use his bars and power to intimidate people, like other captains...I wish his family the strength to accept God's will and the peace and grace needed to continue life without his physical presence. He will live with us forever in our spirit. God Bless You!

Condolence From Steinar Engeset

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:37:02 EDT

To the Family of the late Trygve Vorren, It is with great sadness that we learned of Trygve's passing on Aug 2nd. I sailed on the Epic during one of the last trips which he was Captain on. We have loss a good man! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Sincerely, Steinar Engeset Consul Royal Norwegian Consulate Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Story shared: A great friend

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:25:03 EDT

Dear Colin and Billy: We have never met, but your Dad and I served together on the Southward in California. I was the Systems Manager. He was a great friend and I was very sorry to learn of his passing. There are so many fond memories I have of our times together. I especially remember the Captain’s Reception on every cruise. The band would begin playing “Anchors Aweigh” and your Dad would walk down the to the front of the theater and start off each one the same way. He would introduce himself and then say, rather sheepishly: “As you can probably tell, I’m not from around here. I’m from North Carolina!” It was at this point that he had each passenger in the palm of his hand and they willingly stayed there throughout the cruise! I never heard ANY passenger say anything negative about him. The last time I saw your Dad we were both at Miami Heart Hospital. I had gone in there to have some tests after having a bad reaction to my chemotherapy treatments and found out that your Dad was there. I went to his room and surprised him. We visited for about ½ hour when I had to return to my ship, the Leeward. I lost contact with him and when I finally found out where he was (I believe it was the Jade) he had just left on vacation. Then I got busy closing down the Leeward and then going to the Norway and finally the Dream for my final contract. I left NCL in March 2000, just 2 months shy of 8 years. My time on the Southward were my best contracts. I was fortunate enough to be on the ship when it was sold to Sun Cruises and became the Seawing and sailed the Mediterranean. It may have been the same ship, but her personality changed and was nothing like the Southward! Please accept my sincere condolences. I shall remember you and your Dad in my prayers.

Condolence From Don Stohr

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:15:12 EDT

Photo shared: December 12, 2010

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 09:33:52 EDT

Cruise critic meet and mingle

Condolence From Angela Fish Keziah S/S Norway 1981

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:42:23 EDT

Billy, Kris and family. Words will never express our sudden loss of Trygve. May God hold you strong in His hand and guide you thru this unthinkable time. Know in your heart, Trygve will always be a part of your lives. Trygve you are gone WAY to soon out of our lives. Our cherished comrade. We have been blessed having you in our lives. We already miss your laughter, charm, whit, accent and special "spin" on life. We will treasure our many wonderful memories of you. Balconies and "beers" (bears) will always make me laugh! I miss you so much.... you are in my heart always... Angela and Colin

Photo shared: Trygve 2010

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:51:26 EDT

Trygve, Billy an Colin Jan 2010- visiting Billy in Daytona at ERAU.

Condolence From Norma and Stanley Waters

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:59:10 EDT

Trygve and I first met on the Norway all those years ago. He was first officer I was bar manager. Over the years we both moved on Trygve became Captain I became Hotel director. More important we became firm friends.Even after my retirement we always kept in touch.Norma and I were fortunate to sail with Trygve on many contracts. He was always the same.A great captain and a true friend.We shall miss him greatly.To Billy and Kristopher.He was so proud of his boys. God speed my friend.Until we meet again Stanley/Norma

Condolence From Norwegian Sky Medical Officers - Melinda and Josephine

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:35:26 EDT

Our condolences to one of the most competent Captain of Norwegian Cruise Line. You will always be remembered.

Condolence From Chanda (Bucklin) Williams

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:32:18 EDT

To the Vorren family: Please accept my deepest sympathy at this sad time. I have many fond memories as a hostess for Captain Vorren on the Southward. He was a pleasure to work with and always had a smile for guests and staff alike.

Condolence From Jill Morrison-Ferguson

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:27:44 EDT

Captain Vorren, You were my first Captain on the Southward. God Bless to you and your family.. You were a wonderful person and Captian.. God Speed and see you one day on the vast seas......

Condolence From Dottie Kulasa

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:04:07 EDT

To the Vorren Family: Our prayers are with you at this very sad time. I had the privilege of serving under Trygve on the Norway, Southward, Dream and Crown. We had the luck of running into him on the Gem two summers ago in Greece; we had a wonderful time catching up. He will be missed by all the crew members who served under his command; he was one of the most respected Captains to have ever sailed the high seas. With Deepest Sympathy, Dottie Kulasa & Tom Drake

Condolence From Norwegian Epic

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:23:07 EDT

In loving memory of Captain Trygve Vorren On 2 August 2011 we lost one of our biggest hearts in the company: Captain Trygve began his career with Norwegian Caribbean Lines in 1980 on board the S/S Norway as a 1st officer. He was known as a very good mate and a skilled tender-boat driver. His skills were highly spoken of and he was considered to be the first “tender-expert” on board. One can say that his skills and lessons influenced today’s technique that we use on board our azipod ships as this is the same technique he introduced... He was notorious for this skill and became widely talked about. As his career progressed he was promoted to Safety officer and was one of the people who figured out the “Code-systems” that are also we widely used today. He then became a Chief. Officer and moved ships to work on board the Skyward and Starward. He returned to the S/S Norway as a Staff Captain, and later became the Captain. For all of us that have had the pleasure of sailing with him during these years, he was always known as a solid officer, a great friend to all and was always fair. He was always willing to go the extra mile to do what was needed for the guests, the crew and the ship. He set an example for us all to follow. Captain Trygve Vorren died a profound seaman and he died a friend to a magnitude of seafarers. He never asked to be respected rather handed it out first. He therefore was one of the most adored people in the fleet. Captain Trygve had a way of standing up for the crew, in a way that was admirable. He rose against his own superiors and managers, always fighting for the small guy not able to fight for himself due to his rank or flank. He never chose sides of a crisis and solved it in his dignifying way. He was known for his humble view to life and his stable demeanor that made you feel welcome to approach. Who could forget his laugh, his calm voice, that strong Norwegian accent! He taught some of us, he guided many of us and he supported all of us. He always took the time to get to know his crew and was well liked and respected throughout the fleet by all: “He truly brought us all a home away from home.” Our Doctor on board, Jacob, states what we all feel: “I for one person will always talk about him, remember him as my first Captain and I many times heard people calling him ``My Captain`` As a Doctor it really broke my heart when joining him on this journey of life that he ended up loosing but he told me the last time I saw him that it will be the first time he had to deal with this kind of storm and he was ready to brave the waves as they come. He was indeed an admirable and brave soul.” Our hearts are sad at the loss of our friend and Captain, and friend he certainly was to all his NCL crew family on all of the ships he has sailed on. There are only a handful of people who come into your world, and touch your life in a special way. Some of the people are just flickers of light during a long life, while others are consistent glows for years. This perfect Norwegian gentleman had a unique way of bring calm to all around him and never have we experienced him losing his temper or being short with anyone. His vast experience and calm temperament made him easy to approach and I am sure if we had to sum up Trygve in one phrase it would be” its been a pleasure and honour to have met him.” His accent charmed the guests although some were heard to ask, “What did the Captain say?” But what he did say always did make perfect sense and full of wisdom, a long pause, and then that familiar voice which we all came to know so well and love. Never has a bad word been heard against him, and that is a rare quality in one who has to make such tough decisions. Trygve will be remembered in our hearts and minds for many years to come. If we emulate his standards we won’t go far wrong in life. Trygve we miss you. You have graced our lives more than you will ever know. God bless and the seas will never be the same without you.. May his body and mind rest in peace and may his spirit sail the oceans with us as I am sure he would not have wanted anything else in life. From his sea family to his family and friends on land. Our hearts and thoughts go out to all of you. Norwegian Epic 6 August 2011.

Condolence From Ella Valenzuela(Captain Secretary- Norwegian Epic)

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:59:34 EDT

Condolences to the Family of Captain Vorren I had the privilege of working with Captain on the Norwegian Epic and I will surely miss him .

Condolence From Noel Morcilla (AMOS)

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:52:40 EDT

My prayers, sympathy and condolences to the family of Captain Vorren. Captain... you will be missed!

Condolence From Diane Adams

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 11:22:00 EDT

I remember Trygve on the Norway as always having a smile on his face..I am so sorry for your loss.

Condolence From Sigve Bru

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 04:33:14 EDT

Trygve was an honourable Captain, loved by his crew and deeply respected by shoreside colleagues in Norwegian Cruise Line. His loyalty to NCL was second to none, God Speed Trygve, you will always stay in our memories.

Condolence From Claus and Cristina Pascher

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 03:29:46 EDT

It is with great sadness to hear the passing of a great person, friend and Captain. We enjoyed the time and laughs we shared with him onboard the NCL ships. We will miss him dearly. Claus and Cristina Pascher Portugal

Condolence From Captain Tommy Stensrud

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:56:50 EDT

it is a comfort that I will see Trygve in heaven one day. For Jesus said " Don"t let your hearts be troubled. trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father's home. if this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am. Trygve was my Captain on the M/S Dreamward for a brief time. I really appreciated his sense of humor and his way of handling both crew and guests. He will be missed by many. Sincerely Tommy Stensrud

Condolence From Agnes Mathiesen Woodworth

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 16:55:58 EDT

Dear Captain Trygve, my prayers goes to your beloved family. It was an honour working with you. Thank you for your guidance and support. You will be sorely missed. Agnes

Condolence From Katie Carpenter

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 12:50:18 EDT

To the Vorren family: I am sincerely sorry for your loss. To Billy, I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish there were words I could say that would make this better. I would say them if it would help. All I can say is that I'm so sorry and if there is anything I can do for you or your family please let me know. I can't imagine how hard this is. So sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Katie Carpenter

Condolence From Teresa and Alan Young

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 10:34:33 EDT

We were neighbors to Mr. Vorren. Although we had never really formally met him on a personal basis, his presence will be missed by all of us on Turnpike Road in Etowah. Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Vorren family.

Condolence From Jeff Lamb - Systems Manager

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:18:43 EDT

Captain, we will miss you and your great personality. It was a sad day, the day you left the Epic and we learned of your fight, a fight we wish upon no one. I hoped to see you back on board Epic again next contract, that reunion will have to wait. Until then, Sincere condolences to your family, you friends and all the crew members who served under you over the years who will miss you. Jeff Lamb, Systems Manager

Photo shared: Captain Trygve Vorren and his crew on the Starwards

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 17:32:06 EDT

Condolence From Kaare Bakke

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 11:38:41 EDT

Trygve, we are all very sorry that you have left us, so suddenly! I am very pleased to experience the opportunity to have known you, and worked with you at NCL for 25 years! I will always remember you, as a positive and hard working Captain, who always treated your officers and crew with great respect. We will miss you, from Patricia and Kaare Bakke.

Condolence From Elizabeth Anne Mentzoni

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 10:04:19 EDT

It seems that we have been saying goodbye all week...what an unbearable week it has been. You were taken from us too soon. I hope you know how much you are loved by family , friends and colleagues all over the world. Rest in peace dear Trygve, you will truly live in our hearts and memories forever. Your family is so proud of you.

Memorial Candle lit by Olga Cadavid Kruse

Sat, 06 Aug 2011 05:41:14 EDT

Steinar and Olga Kruse

Story shared: NCL EPIC's first sea trial

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 19:44:16 EDT

This photo was taken in early 2011 at EPIC's first sea trial. As usual, Captain Trygve was in full control and very proud of his new ship, the largest ever in NCL fleet. He was chosen as one of the two Captains to undertake this monumental task. On behalf of the entire NCL family, we will all certainly miss him!

Condolence From Captain , Chief Engineer , Officers and crew of the Norwegian Pearl

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:25:09 EDT

It is with great sadness we received the news that Trygve is no longer amongst us. He was among those of us who had the priviledge to sail and work with him a constant source off good humor , integrity and care about those under his command. He will be sorely missed by all of us. Our heartfelt condolencies to the family. Captain Lars Bengtsson , Officers and crew on the Norwegian Pearl

Condolence From vivian mannerud

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 14:05:57 EDT

Trygve, you now join so many of our other shipmates gone too soon, but now have calmer seas and fair winds. until we meet again friend.

Photo shared: On the bridge

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:58:51 EDT

Brian Svenson, Commodore Davy F Rolle, Director/CEO, Bahamas Maritime Authority, Captain Trygve, and Svein Sleipnes

Photo shared: The making of EPIC

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:54:00 EDT

On the bridge, Captains Trygve, Haakan, and Svein

Photo shared: Captain Trygve & Svein Sleipnes onboard EPIC

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:41:59 EDT

First sailing from NYC, July 2010

Memorial Candle lit by Denise Brown

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:27:09 EDT

Denise, Charley and Chelsea Brown

Condolence From Oeyvind Vorren

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:26:19 EDT

You were a highly loved brother. It is hard to imagine that you are gone and lost for ever.In days, weeks and months to come we will miss you very much. Oddmund , Magne and Oeyvind

Memorial Candle lit by Steven Tepper

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 03:10:39 EDT

Steve and Amy Tepper~Norwegian Jade

Condolence From Victoria

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:56:30 EDT

Trygve, you will be deeply missed. You were such a great person and we will miss your laughter and humor. We will keep your memory alive forever. Love Victoria, Irwin, Jake, and Justin

Photo shared: Characature

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:38:54 EDT

This was made when he was Captain of the Norwegian Sun.

Photo shared: With his sons..

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:38:09 EDT

Here he is with Kris & Billy, Thanksgiving 2009.

Photo shared: Trygve with the kids in Norway

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:37:30 EDT

Here he is with son Kris and niece Victoria outdoors in Norway.

Photo shared: Epic Bridge

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:36:30 EDT

Trygve in command of the Norwegian Epic. Seen here during sea trials.

Photo shared: Sandsoy

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:35:33 EDT

Trygve's birthplace in Norway.

Photo shared: Epic Smile

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 20:34:54 EDT

Trygve smiling on the Norwegian Epic

Photo shared: Vorren.JPG

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:28:22 EDT