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CBX-tras
Silver CB900F
Joined: Mar 12, 2012
Posts: 1505
Location: Clinton Twp, MI USA
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 2:34 pm |
 
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I'll be closing the shop for a week, back to work on August 15, 2016.
I'll be attending a memorial service for my brother Alan that passed away on the night of July 29, in his sleep. He was 68 and the twin of my brother Roger known here as "My CBF". He has two sons and 3 grand daughters and a grand son.
Alan was a well known, hot air balloon pilot flying for over 32 years, attending Albuquerque 26 years. He lived just outside of Denver, Colorado. He held a commercial license and his current "shaped" balloon "Pondemonium" was unique in design and readily identifiable to those on the ground. Al had flown in rallies around the United States, Canada and the Netherlands.
I would be his crew chief whenever he was on the east side of the Mississippi and other events.
He will be greatly missed.
J.R. |
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1100russ
CB1100F
Joined: May 17, 2010
Posts: 2978
Location: williamsburg, ohio
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 3:25 pm |
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Sorry for your loss JR. Prayers for you and your family. |
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thx113
Friend of the Board
Joined: Apr 23, 2005
Posts: 3522
Location: Western Australia
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 4:09 pm |
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I'm sorry that your brother has died. 68 really doesn't seem that old. Deepest condolences from Oz. |
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BlueThunder
Red CB1100F
Joined: Jun 12, 2006
Posts: 9256
Location: Sarasota, Florida
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 4:12 pm |
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JR, sorry about the passing of your brother. Godspeed! |
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Erock
Hawk
Joined: Jan 10, 2012
Posts: 439
Location: Chicago
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 4:45 pm |
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J.R.
So sorry to hear of your brother passing.
Praying for comfort for your family.
Remember, Every Day is a Gift.
Eric |
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genesound
Red CB1100F
Joined: Feb 20, 2006
Posts: 11912
Location: Studio City, California
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 4:55 pm |
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My condolences and best to you and your family. |
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cliffiec
Friend of the Board
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
Posts: 5434
Location: Central Maine/Arizona
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 7:03 pm |
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I think Alan came to my house for dinner with Roger, one year at the Balloon Fiesta. I remember him as a personable guy with a sense of humor. May he Rest In Peace, and condolences to the Family, JR.
Vaya Con Dios, Alan. |
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zealous
Hawk
Joined: Jan 15, 2009
Posts: 406
Location: Plymouth
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Mon Aug 08, 2016 10:59 pm |
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Much to young
Looks like he had a interesting life
My condlances |
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smurdoch
CB1100F
Joined: Jan 22, 2004
Posts: 3197
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 12:43 am |
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Condolences to you and your extended family, R.J. |
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SteveG
Black CB900F
Joined: Apr 07, 2006
Posts: 1613
Location: Skaneateles, NY
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 12:52 am |
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Sorry for your loss JR. Will say extra prayers for you and your family.
Steve |
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mango
Hawk
Joined: May 07, 2006
Posts: 276
Location: Williston Park, New York
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 1:58 am |
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RIP Alan,much to young. |
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hogwild113
Silver CB750F
Joined: Jun 13, 2011
Posts: 571
Location: Nashville, TN
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 2:36 am |
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I also wish my sincere condolence's.. |
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Noblehops
Twinstar
Joined: Dec 18, 2009
Posts: 199
Location: Tucson, Arizona, USA
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 3:27 am |
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So sorry to hear that J.R. It sound like your brother lived well and with purpose. That's a huge loss for the entire family  |
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ChrisLeeDesign
Hawk
Joined: Jul 20, 2015
Posts: 442
Location: Los Angeles, California
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 4:33 am |
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So sorry to hear, but I'm glad a part of him still lives on. My condolences to you and your family. |
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Hondo57
CB1100F
Joined: Jun 20, 2014
Posts: 2364
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 5:32 am |
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I am saddened to hear of your loss J.R. Heartfelt prayers for you and your family |
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CBX1260cc
Hawk
Joined: Oct 07, 2003
Posts: 483
Location: Gainesville, Georgia
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 10:37 am |
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JR,
We will be sending prayers in your direction.
Our condolences to you and the family. |
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tomk1960
Red CB1100F
Joined: Nov 13, 2009
Posts: 5015
Location: Worcester, MA
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 11:20 am |
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Such sad news and way too young. Very sorry to hear about your brother, JR. My condolences to you and your family.
Tom |
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breets50
Twinstar
Joined: May 31, 2007
Posts: 188
Location: CAYUGA ON. CANADA
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 1:04 pm |
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My condolences to you and your family J.R. |
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CBX-tras
Silver CB900F
Joined: Mar 12, 2012
Posts: 1505
Location: Clinton Twp, MI USA
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Tue Aug 09, 2016 2:01 pm |
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Thanks fellas, your thoughts and prayers are deeply appreciated. |
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MyCBF
Hawk
Joined: Mar 29, 2009
Posts: 350
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Wed Aug 10, 2016 12:10 pm |
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Yes, it has been a difficult these past few days and we thank you for your concern.
--Roger-- |
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CDN1100F
Friend of the Board
Joined: Oct 19, 2007
Posts: 2332
Location: London, Ontario, Canada
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Wed Aug 10, 2016 5:44 pm |
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Roger & J.R., I'm so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your brother. My condolences to your family.
Take Care,
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cbxsix
Black CB750F
Joined: Nov 26, 2009
Posts: 829
Location: Ohio
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Wed Aug 10, 2016 11:28 pm |
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Very sorry to hear that you have lost a brother, my sincere condolences.
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CBX-tras
Silver CB900F
Joined: Mar 12, 2012
Posts: 1505
Location: Clinton Twp, MI USA
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Mon Aug 15, 2016 3:49 pm |
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I'm back at it but, admittedly abbreviated.
It's been a difficult week and I thank all of you for sending out prayers, good thoughts and condolences to me and my family. It will take time to find the "new normal".
The early demise of my brother has showed me many things: Tell and show the folks around you that you love them, spend more time with them. Get the things done that you truly want to do in case you exit prematurely.
And most of all, clean out the garage!
Drop me a note if you care to, I'll be here getting the gears to start turning again.
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Jebbysan
Red CB1100F
Joined: Dec 08, 2007
Posts: 7103
Location: New Braunfels,Texas
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Mon Aug 15, 2016 4:18 pm |
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I'm back at it but, admittedly abbreviated.
It's been a difficult week and I thank all of you for sending out prayers, good thoughts and condolences to me and my family. It will take time to find the "new normal".
The early demise of my brother has showed me many things: Tell and show the folks around you that you love them, spend more time with them. Get the things done that you truly want to do in case you exit prematurely.
And most of all, clean out the garage!
Drop me a note if you care to, I'll be here getting the gears to start turning again.
J.R. |
There never seems to be enough or the right words to say when a close person is lost........
My best to you and yours from me and mine.......
"When he saw the path in the clearing....he knew no fear....for he knew he was home".
Jebby |
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TWEEKER
Hawk
Joined: Nov 23, 2009
Posts: 325
Location: Pittsburgh,PA
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Mon Aug 15, 2016 5:32 pm |
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Just saw this, My condolences for you and the whole family. I will say a prayer for him and the family and hope the best for getting thru these times of loss.
Bob/Tweeker |
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Hondo57
CB1100F
Joined: Jun 20, 2014
Posts: 2364
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Tue Aug 16, 2016 12:41 am |
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Welcome back J.R.
Hoping each new day gets better for you and your family's healing. |
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Simon_CB900
Black CB750F
Joined: Apr 26, 2014
Posts: 772
Location: Fife, Scotland
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Tue Aug 16, 2016 10:09 pm |
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My condolences to you and all your family |
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norm
Silver CB900F
Joined: Jan 13, 2010
Posts: 1398
Location: Melbourne Aus
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Tue Aug 16, 2016 11:10 pm |
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Problem is the older we get the more often this seems to happen |
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