John Fairfax became the first person to row across the Atlantic Ocean back in 1969. His achievement made him an international celebrity at the time. Two years later he rowed across the Pacific Ocean with his girl friend. They were the first two-person crew to accomplish the feat.
Mr Faifax, 74, died of a heart attack at his home in Las Vegas on February 8, 2011.
His Atlantic Ocean crossing started on January 20, 1969 from the Canary Islands to Miami. It took 180 days, covering 5,300 miles. He was blown off course many times, ending up along the west coast of Africa before he was able to get back on track.
His Pacific Ocean attempt started April 26, 1971 from San Francisco with the goal of reaching Australia's Great Barrier Reef. His journey, accompanied by his girl friend lasted 361 days.
He spent the rest of his years living a life of adventure. At various times, he was a shark fighter, ocelot hunter, mink farm operator and authority on baccarat.
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