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  1. April 23rd, 2009 10:22 AM #1
    DanStokes
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    Change in Plans

    As I mentioned on here, I was on my way to Buffalo to pick up my new engine (from Jays67) for the Buzz Bomb. Slight change in plans. My best friend, Jim Shears, died last night. He had FINALLY taken off a lot of weight (he'd been heavy - REALLY heavy - all his life) and he was feeling well and happy. We talked at length yesterday and I hung up feeling really good that he had turned a corner. So I'll be headed to Ann Arbor first, then on to Buffalo.

    Jim was not really a car guy but we did some projects together and had a lot of fun. He was the guy with whom I went to 7 Stevie Ray Vaughn concerts. I was his best man and there are some great stories about that. I got to watch him grow and learn and become a better person. I'll miss him.

    Call your friends. Get together if you possibly can. You really don't know how long you'll have together. Please send prayers/Positive Energy for his widow, Karen. She's one of the best and will need support as she navigates this new chapter of her life.

    Thanks all
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  2. April 23rd, 2009 10:24 AM #2
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    Re: Change in Plans

    rest in peace brother , sounded like a really great guy
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  3. April 23rd, 2009 10:25 AM #3
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    Re: Change in Plans

    Bummer
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  4. April 23rd, 2009 10:28 AM #4
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    Re: Change in Plans

    Bummer -

    Sorry to hear that Dan - at least the last conversation you had with him was a good one.

    Dan - let me know when you'll be in town - perhaps we can get together.

    Nothing really prepares us for the loss of people close to us, indeed - we must cherish the time we have together.

    Travel safely - prayers on the way.
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  5. April 23rd, 2009 11:04 AM #5
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    Re: Change in Plans

    I'm sorry to hear it,Dan ,still,ya gotta remember the good times more than anything. And yes,it's GREAT that you two were able to get in a good,lenthy chat...most folks don't even get that chance . Take care,~J/W-OO6.
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  6. April 23rd, 2009 11:15 AM #6
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    Re: Change in Plans

    I'm so sorry to hear that
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  7. April 23rd, 2009 12:29 PM #7
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    Re: Change in Plans

    my thoughts and prayers are with you as well Dan.
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  8. April 23rd, 2009 12:31 PM #8
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    Re: Change in Plans

    Sorry to hear that Dan.

    My thoughts are with his family and friends.
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  9. April 23rd, 2009 01:03 PM #9
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    Re: Change in Plans

    Quote Originally Posted by milner351
    Bummer -

    Sorry to hear that Dan - at least the last conversation you had with him was a good one.

    Dan - let me know when you'll be in town - perhaps we can get together.

    Nothing really prepares us for the loss of people close to us, indeed - we must cherish the time we have together.

    Travel safely - prayers on the way.

    Me too!
    Sorry for your loss, Dan.
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  10. April 23rd, 2009 01:07 PM #10
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    Re: Change in Plans

    Sorry to hear that Dan.Warm and friendly thoughts sent.
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