A ride for our *Little Buddy*

[Reb]

*Update*

Ride Date is set for first weekend of October (4th-6th) Ride in Friday, Ride Saturday, Say Goodbye on Sunday

Location : Thompson's Motel, Franklin WV 304-358-2331 (Be sure to mention you are with the motorcycle group for a discount) I'm not sure exactly what room prices are at the moment.


The restaurant out front is no longer open, the motel has 33 rooms reserved for us.

Herb will be leading a ride Saturday morning to an unknown destination in the vicinity of Seneca Rocks. I have no idea what route we are taking , so don't ask for details. He also will be installing the famous "fender" on Eric's wing and riding it down with Shawnee.

Shawnee (Eric's Wife) will have decals and T-shirts available for attendees to commemorate the character that Eric was.  

[Bighead]

Thanks Reb keep us updated. If work permits I would love to make this ride. Only met him twice but feel I knew him as he was an outgoing fun guy that never met a stranger.

[scoobydoo]

Thanks Reb,
If i can be of any help let me know.

[JimmyG]

Good Reb, keep us posted. We would like to make this ride also, Eric was a fun guy for sure. 

[robin]

Sounds like a great thing to do for such a AWSOME person keep us up to date 

[Binkie]

I’m in. Sounds like a fitting tribute!

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

Been working 7 days a week for last three weekends I'm hoping it ends soon . If I get a good heads up I'll do my best to make this ride . I've had Eric on my mind while screamin' down the road on 22 wheels staring out the windshield since his untimely death... I'm going to miss the big man.

[Mr Whiskey]

This was the first I'd heard today...
still caint believe it...
been tryin' not to cry all day...
I miss my Brother already!

God Bless Shawnee, Herb, and all the VRCC family,
we lost a true gem too soon

[Highbinder]

I never could understand why some of us have long lives and others leave suddenly, whether you're ugly, good looking, rich or poor, happy of sad, when your calling comes, it's time to go.  
     Eric  was the the kind of guy that brought a smile to your face whether you knew him well or was just introduced.  Just knowing him enriched your life and will always remember his presents.
     My fondness memory of Eric was on the Corbin, Ky. ride, when he pulled in with his goldwing towing a small flatbed trailer carrying the biggest Anvil I'd ever seen on it.  I don't doubt that he put it on there himself.l  Rest in peace my friend.
 




 

[3fan4life]

Thanks Reb.

I hope that it falls on a weekend that I can make it.

[hubcapsc]

 HB:    My fondness memory of Eric was on the Corbin, Ky. ride, when he pulled in with his goldwing towing a small flatbed trailer carrying the biggest Anvil I'd ever seen on it.  I don't doubt that he put it on there himself.



-Mike

[Gavin_Sons]

I never could understand why some of us have long lives and others leave suddenly, whether you're ugly, good looking, rich or poor, happy of sad, when your calling comes, it's time to go.  
     Eric  was the the kind of guy that brought a smile to your face whether you knew him well or was just introduced.  Just knowing him enriched your life and will always remember his presents.
     My fondness memory of Eric was on the Corbin, Ky. ride, when he pulled in with his goldwing towing a small flatbed trailer carrying the biggest Anvil I'd ever seen on it.  I don't doubt that he put it on there himself.l  Rest in peace my friend.
 
I remember that, didn't Gordon go with him to pick it up? We always called Gordon Eric's midget  we love you too Gordon. I also remember the year Eric and Herb showed up at the DRU. Eric was one of the first people to know about my wife being pregnant with our our 2nd son. Found out in 2013 at the FCR. Wife called and told me, rainman walked in our room and I told him, I walked up the hill to the fire and Eric was there and told him. He has left an everlasting impression on this group and we are all better people for knowing him. 



 

[henry 008]

I never could understand why some of us have long lives and others leave suddenly, whether you're ugly, good looking, rich or poor, happy of sad, when your calling comes, it's time to go.  
     Eric  was the the kind of guy that brought a smile to your face whether you knew him well or was just introduced.  Just knowing him enriched your life and will always remember his presents.
     My fondness memory of Eric was on the Corbin, Ky. ride, when he pulled in with his goldwing towing a small flatbed trailer carrying the biggest Anvil I'd ever seen on it.  I don't doubt that he put it on there himself.l  Rest in peace my friend.
 

i remember that ride (still have the koozi) and he had that plastic dirt bike fender on the front. 


 

[Dave Ritsema]

I was just curious if an obituary was posted? (I am not on facebook)

Thanks

[Reb]

I was just curious if an obituary was posted? (I am not on facebook)

Thanks

http://obituaries.times-news.com/obituary/eric-hansel-1076110454

-Reb

[rainman]

I was just curious if an obituary was posted? (I am not on facebook)

Thanks

http://obituaries.times-news.com/obituary/eric-hansel-1076110454

-Reb

Thanks Reb still lost for words
but he will be missed a great deal

[Wizzard]

HB:    My fondness memory of Eric was on the Corbin, Ky. ride, when he pulled in with his goldwing towing a small flatbed trailer carrying the biggest Anvil I'd ever seen on it.  I don't doubt that he put it on there himself.



-Mike

I thought he bought it there and was taking it home as I remember. Anyhow it was comical. He will be missed a bunch.

[Dave Ritsema]

I was just curious if an obituary was posted? (I am not on facebook)

Thanks

http://obituaries.times-news.com/obituary/eric-hansel-1076110454

-Reb

Thank you Reb, much appreciated.
What a tremendous loss, very sad indeed.

[Reb]

Dates are going to be October 4th-6th

Ground Zero will be Franklin WV, I'll post motel information tomorrow when we get group rates figured.

[vanavyman]

Trish and I will make it if at all possible. 

Thanks, Reb for the update.

[jimmytee]

Hope to make this ride. It hit pretty hard and going to miss him.

[rainman]

diana and i will do our best to be there. 
thanks for the update Reb

[threevalks]

Jane and I, WILL BE THERE.

[henry 008]

If at all possible, I'll be there. still hard to believe

[Reb]

BUMP - Update at top of thread

[Skinhead]

I have my room reserved, but have a class reunion in Pittsburgh Saturday night, so I will have to head back to the Burgh Sat afternoon.  Guess I'll be sporting my pirate outfit at the reunion. 

[robin]

Reservation's made

[G-Man]

Aladdin, Wyoming

 

[RDAbull]

Booked a room, see everybody then.

[G-Man]

Booked a room, see everybody then.

I'm booked too.  Finally will get to share wind and space with you, Roger.

[G-Man]

Just told Cheryl about this.  She's beside herself with this news.  There are MANY in this little club that have gone above and beyond to make Cheryl feel comfortable and accepted.  Smokin' Joe, Old2Soon, the Doenges clan, Willow and Momma, Steamer, Troutdude and Shelia, Robin and Judy, Punisher, GIG and Lola, BigD, Roger, Diane and Rainman, and of course OSS and Bonnie, and so many more, and ESPECIALLY this included Eric.  The hugs and smootches he stole, right in front of his wife and her husband, from Cheryl are as special as he is.  He lead us on many rides, including the Gray/Blue ride that I brought my son, Eric, on.  My family has lots of good memories because of this guy.

My room is booked.

[Charlie McCready]

room booked too.

[skinner]

Room is booked hoping for good weather

[Wolfhound]

I was really shocked when I heard this.
Met Eric a couple of times and will always remember him as someone who made me smile and was fun to talk with.
R.I.P. Brother !

[Reb]

Bump!

Looks like the the motel is sold out. If anyone is on a waiting list. I'll try to get with the motel and see if we can double some folks up if they are willing and rolling single in a double room. The unfortunate think with Franklin is a lack of overflow venues. I think the nearest motel is about 30 miles away from Ground Zero. Stay tuned!

[Skinhead]

Bump!

Looks like the the motel is sold out. If anyone is on a waiting list. I'll try to get with the motel and see if we can double some folks up if they are willing and rolling single in a double room. The unfortunate think with Franklin is a lack of overflow venues. I think the nearest motel is about 30 miles away from Ground Zero. Stay tuned!

FYI - There is a group of three or four cabins just a mile or two north of the Thompson Motel.  I gave up my room at the Motel for the hillbilly ride as several friends wanted to go but the motel was sold out.  It was a very nice, private place.

https://www.hickoryhillcabinswv.com/

Kim Hartman
136 Lincoln Ln. , Franklin, 26807, United States
Phone: 304-668-4487
Email: hhcabins1@yahoo.com

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

My friend Larry has a double room and needs someone to pay half . If anyone is interested post back to this thread and l can hook you up.

[Reb]

My friend Larry has a double room and needs someone to pay half . If anyone is interested post back to this thread and l can hook you up.

Joe,

My friend Robert, the dude that road with us up to the Hillbilly Ride was wanting to go. I'll check with him today at work and see if he is still interested

[GiG]

My friend Larry has a double room and needs someone to pay half . If anyone is interested post back to this thread and l can hook you up.

I'd like to share Larry's room, please let me know if it is available so I can make plans to attend this ride.

[Reb]

My friend Larry has a double room and needs someone to pay half . If anyone is interested post back to this thread and l can hook you up.

I'd like to share Larry's room, please let me know if it is available so I can make plans to attend this ride.

Called and talked to Joe, Larry said he'd split the room with you Gig.