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Jan 28, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
Randy
R. Sitter
46
46
6'0 inches
200 lbs
White
Male
In the late summer of 2007, a brilliant mind and cherished family man, Male Randy R. Sitter, vanished into the waters of Washington state. On September 19, 2007, the 46-year-old professor left his home in British Columbia for a day of kayaking in Chuckanut Bay, just south of Bellingham. It was a warm, sunny morning, and Randy, a cautious kayaker, had planned to get some exercise and catch up on university work, having brought his laptop with him. This excursion was a moment of peace before an anticipated sabbatical, a well-deserved break in a flourishing career. He was at a high point in his life, having recently completed his term as Editor of a prestigious journal and was embarking on new and exciting research initiatives. The day took a tragic turn when Randy Sitter never returned. An extensive search was launched, but there was no sign of the professor. His yellow inflatable kayak was later found on the shore of Lummi Island. A life jacket was still attached to it, and inside a pocket were his keys and wallet. However, a bag containing food and other personal items that he had taken with him was missing. Despite the efforts of search teams, Randy was never located. The vast expanse of the sea held the secrets of his final moments. Although the exact details of what happened on the water that day remain unknown, Randy R. Sitter is presumed to have been tragically lost at sea in an accidental drowning. At the time of his disappearance, he was a distinguished professor of statistics and actuarial science at Simon Fraser University, recognized as a "star" in his field and one of the best statisticians in Canada. Beyond his academic achievements, he was remembered as the "heart-and-soul" of his department, a generous mentor, a loving husband, and a devoted family man who balanced his professional pursuits with a rich personal life. The investigation into his disappearance was handled by the Washington police, but the case concluded with the heartbreaking presumption that he had been lost to the very waters he had set out to enjoy.
Sep 19, 2007
Bellingham
Washington
Bellingham
Bellingham Police Departmen
360-778-8700
06/03/2026
