Yes, it was reported from day one that her deputy was aboard and held her hand until she let go and drifted away. Of course, that would mean he let go of her hand and knew she was dead which is never said. Time wise, the reports indicate she floated away about the hour mark so that left another half hour before rescue got there. Then one rescuer got to her and passed her up because she was dead and then later the second guy got her. We don’t know how long the rescue lasted but let’s say at the very least, she had been dead an hour before she was out of the ocean. Excuse me, but how the heck would the pilot not have known she was dead? Remember, he didn’t know and was shocked when he was later informed. Did Keith not holler out for help? Wouldn’t the pilot and 6 passengers (minus the swimmer) constantly keep asking each other if they were ok and where was Fuddy or were they merely relaxing enjoying the sunshine? Makes no sense.