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Post by tedsmini on Jan 24, 2007 12:18:11 GMT -5
Dearest Members of Ruckus Central, My father, tedsmini/Gary passed away last night while in the hospital for an operation. I will be, in accordance with his wishes, taking over his position on this board. My name is Ted. I'm not a bike mechanic like my father, but I personally run multiple forums. Sorry guys and girls, no link to that. Take care all. I will more then likely be moderating this forum starting today, as it gives me something to do.
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Post by Dandy Dan on Jan 24, 2007 13:02:22 GMT -5
Wow...that's really sad. Thanks for letting us know...it's good to hear that this forum was really important to him and he enjoyed his time here. Best wishes to his wife, you and the rest of the family.
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Post by Duster on Jan 24, 2007 13:11:35 GMT -5
I would like to offer my condolence to all of Gary's family, & thank you for all he contributed & had to offer here. Rest Well my Brother. Ride Free. Duster
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Post by sanjuro62pt1 on Jan 24, 2007 13:11:40 GMT -5
Oh, that's terrible.
I'd like to offer any help or assistance that I can. Best wishes to your family.
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Post by SpoonKiller on Jan 24, 2007 13:58:50 GMT -5
I'm very sorry to hear that, my condolences to your family.
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Post by Blackruk on Jan 24, 2007 14:02:31 GMT -5
Ted, sorry for your loss. My best to you, your mother and other family members.
When I received your message of Gary's passing, I really was shocked. I think we too often forget that there are real people behind all these messages, with lives and families of their own. Unfortunately, it takes someone's passing to drive this fact home. Maybe we'll all view each other's contributions a little differently now - I think I will.
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Post by jeffreaky on Jan 24, 2007 14:30:06 GMT -5
Sorry for you and your family's loss. I do pray for you and your family during this time.
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Post by brokenleg on Jan 24, 2007 14:43:55 GMT -5
I am sorry to here about your Dad. The forum is great I just don't have as much time as I would like to play around. If I can help let me know. We will pray to night for your Dad and for you and your family I am sure your dad will be missed.
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Post by Kami no Chiizu on Jan 24, 2007 14:46:37 GMT -5
Wow, that sucks.
I don't know about everyone else, but Gary was always more than a class act to me. I'll remember the kindness he offered me.
It's a sad day when the Ruckdoom can lose the Batman...
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Post by Stone Fury on Jan 24, 2007 15:13:35 GMT -5
Gary was such a good guy, he made a set of templates for an under the seat basket. I asked him if I could send him some money so he woud make me a template. He refused to accept money and sent me the templates for free!!! He really was a class act. We will miss you Gary!!!!!
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Post by skuuter on Jan 24, 2007 15:38:11 GMT -5
Just got the E-mail.....TERRIBLE. I have had major respect and affection for Ted since joining this Site. He will be sorely missed. He always had interesting and informative posts. It was like I knew him personally from the beginning, and was treated in writing as such. My heart goes out to your family Ted and look forward to "meeting" you as I did your dad. I will miss him greatly........skuuter (David).......
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Post by zoomer123 on Jan 24, 2007 16:08:12 GMT -5
sorry to hear that man...
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Post by chanito on Jan 24, 2007 16:36:27 GMT -5
I am sorry to hear such news, I had to spend some time this morning on the hospital, and coming home to those news really make me sad. My condolences to you, your mother and all the member of your family. Your dad was a very special man, one of the few men i look up to, his sincere friendship is something i will miss, this forum owes him a lot, and certainly will miss his savy input and moderating talent. My prayer are with your family, and i know he will enjoy his rides up there.
Thank you Mr Wayne, i wil miss the helicopter ride but not nearly as much as i already miss THE BATMAN
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Post by smacky on Jan 24, 2007 17:08:27 GMT -5
Though we had different opinions on how to run a forum, Tedsmini (Gary) was an asset to the ruckus community. I'm sorry to hear of his passing and hope God has a ruckus warmed and ready for him. -SmackyKatt
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Post by SqUiRmInAtOr/ Phred 501 on Jan 24, 2007 18:40:20 GMT -5
Ted, you are in my prayers. Your dad will be missed as he shared his time and wisdom with so many. May you be comforted in your time of mourning.
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Post by wonderdog on Jan 24, 2007 19:38:38 GMT -5
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
Dennis
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Post by CTRukus on Jan 24, 2007 20:07:51 GMT -5
From 14 years of surfing the web, you tend to meet a lot of people. With that amount of time spent online, you also develop a keen sense of judgment of character with how people handle themselves online. Gary always had the utmost respect for people with a certain genuine sincerity that made everything all right. Gary was one of the few people, from online or off line, that I considered a friend if only online. He had a warmth that touched my heart.
I lost my father 3 years ago and reading this email and thread brought up the same emotions. I logged in the other day to see if Gary was on. I wanted to chat with him just to say "hello". I guess that won't happen now.
Ted, my condolences, my friend. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad will be forever missed.
Maybe we could get someone to put up a memorial page on here....
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Post by kbcr3 on Jan 24, 2007 20:35:12 GMT -5
ted, i really do feel incredibly bad for you and your family. i can't imagine what you're feeling. i wish the best to you and your family.
I'll make sure to take the ruckus out in the cold this weekend for a memorial ride.
--Dan (kbcr3)
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Post by ktown on Jan 24, 2007 21:03:52 GMT -5
sorry to hear ted I send my condolences from my family to your's
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Post by dracc on Jan 24, 2007 21:04:09 GMT -5
I just joined this site, so I didn't Gary, but I offer my condolences. Just remember to keep riding and living. Thats the best way memorialize someone. I wish the best for you and your family.
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