At Ritter's Cove preparations are in progress for a party to celebrate the reunion of the Ritters. Although Tim will require therapy for his injured right arm, treatment is delayed so that he can be on hand for Karl. Robert, Kate, Lily and Arnie spruce up the place to welcome Karl, who is returning from his holiday in Frankfurt. Even Tim, who is recuperating in the hospital, takes time off to participate in the welcome home celebrations. Therefore, it comes as a rude shock to everyone when news arrives that Karl has died of a heart attack en route from Vancouver. Karl Ritter has a heart attack in Germany and dies without ever seeing his son Tim again. Karl is flown home for the last time and laid to rest as Karl Ritter, Coastal Pilot, in Ritter Cove.
—Jorge Reinaldo Galindo Porras