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« on: January 09, 2011, 07:30:56 PM » |
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A few members know and have ridden with me and my two boys Heath and Benson. The three of use rode the Blue ridge parkway ride, Benson and I started on the Blue Gray ride and again the three of use rode the Whisky ride this year. As Big Al will recall Benson was mesmerized by a bicyclist on the Blue Ridge ride. Benson passed away yesterday after complications from having a defibrillator placed in his chest. Benson was diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure in October, and told that he would need a heart transplant. He was sent home after 5 days and put on meds. He was again in hospital in November for high potassium and swelling due to fluid leaking from his legs. On December 23 he went to St Mary’s hospital in Huntington WV. His blood pressure was 60-40, his kidneys had shut down and he was in renal failure. After 7 days in ICU and on dialysis, and several medications Benson was transferred to a regular room and was walking a little each day. He was to have the defibrillator put in Friday and go home the today Jan. 9. Benson had been saved and I know he is now with the lord looking over us all. But it is still a terrible loss to us all. We are not supposed to bury our children. Benson just turned 22 on January 3. .jpg) |
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« Reply #1 on: January 09, 2011, 07:36:43 PM » |
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I am so sorry to hear of this loss. You're right. I can imagine few things worse than a parent having to bury his child.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
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« Reply #2 on: January 09, 2011, 07:40:28 PM » |
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I'm so sorry to hear this, Benson was a very nice young man, one to be very proud of.
I met all three of you at the whiskey Run, and we all sat out by the pool and talked
I am glad to hear he was saved and is with the lord at this time.
My condolences & prayers to your family.
Terry
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« Reply #3 on: January 09, 2011, 07:52:27 PM » |
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My heart goes out to you partner.
Nothing can be said to make sense of such a loss.
I wish you peace in the coming days (one at a time).
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« Reply #4 on: January 09, 2011, 07:52:56 PM » |
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My heart goes out to you and your family! Words can not express the loss that I know you are feeling. Unfortunately, my wife and I buried a little baby daughter. Even though it was a long time ago, I can tell you that time does dull the pain, but you never forget, and the hurt never totally leaves you! I hope that the good memories you have of your son Benson will help sustain you during the dark days you are currently facing. As you say, he is now with our Lord, and in a place where pain and suffering does not exist. Someday, we will all be re-united. Until then remember that you owe it to Benson, and the rest of your family to try to live as normal a life as possible. That is what he would surely want for all of you. You will be in our prayers.  |
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« Reply #5 on: January 09, 2011, 07:56:20 PM » |
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You are right, we aren't supposed to bury our children. My prayers are with you and your family. Prayers on the way from TEXAS. Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #6 on: January 09, 2011, 08:24:56 PM » |
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Prayers up for Benson, you and your family, pardner.
May your faith give you peace, strength and understanding. God Bless.
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« Reply #7 on: January 09, 2011, 08:28:36 PM » |
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We are so sorry to hear this...remember meeting y'all in Kentucky....prayers for your family...charlyne & Mark
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« Reply #8 on: January 09, 2011, 08:42:42 PM » |
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Wow, 22 way too early. Prayers for you and your family.
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« Reply #9 on: January 09, 2011, 08:59:33 PM » |
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I can not find the words to express my sorrow for you and your family. I know that knowing he was a child of God is comforting for you. I also have a son who is 23 and I can not even think of what it would be like to lose him or his sister. My thoughts and prayer go out to you.
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« Reply #10 on: January 09, 2011, 09:03:16 PM » |
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Prayers from Ossining for Benson and your entire family.
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« Reply #11 on: January 10, 2011, 03:45:11 AM » |
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So sad to hear this ... Sympathy to the family ....Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal....We had pulled in to a overlook on The Blue Ridge Parkway when Big Al was telling me about the good lookin' bicyclist and what happened....I can close my eyes and still see the big grin Benson had on his face as Al told the story....I wish I had some great words to help with what you are dealing with ....I have none.  |
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« Reply #12 on: January 10, 2011, 03:58:53 AM » |
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No words from me will help.
I am so sorry.
He was a Big Man, and gentle at the same time.
I will miss this young man Greatly.
May the Lord give you peace that he is wrapped in the arms of Love right now, and forever.
As you have said "He knows the Lord."
He will never leave us or forsake us,,,,,,, is a promise he has done made to us.
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« Reply #13 on: January 10, 2011, 03:59:28 AM » |
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Do I remember him as working Security at IZ3 I think it was?
Thoughts, prayers and condolences to the family and friends from Iowa.
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« Reply #14 on: January 10, 2011, 04:23:27 AM » |
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Although we have never had the good fortune to meet you and your sons, our hearts go out to you and your family. I have felt the wrenching heartache of losing someone so young. May the love of your family and God comfort you and guide you through the grieving. Chili and Timbr |
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« Reply #15 on: January 10, 2011, 05:16:05 AM » |
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As a fellow West Virginian, I know how tough it is to grow up there and at the same time, how wonderful W.Va. is. We suffer your loss with you and ask God to give you and your family comfort during this extremely agonizing time. As he is with the Lord; the Lord is with you. Take comfort in knowing your son is now waiting and preparing a place for his family to join him when the time comes. God bless your family.
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« Reply #16 on: January 10, 2011, 05:25:43 AM » |
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My condolences & prayers to your family. Thinking of the good times will help in this time of sorrow. |
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« Reply #17 on: January 10, 2011, 05:47:48 AM » |
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My condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. Losing a child is never expected.
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« Reply #18 on: January 10, 2011, 05:53:22 AM » |
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Sorry for your loss.
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« Reply #19 on: January 10, 2011, 06:16:38 AM » |
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Sorry to hear of your loss. I do know how you feel, I lost my daughter five years ago when she was 39. As some have said 'time does dull the pain' but you'll always feel it. I'm sure you have many good memories to help you now.
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« Reply #20 on: January 10, 2011, 07:00:26 AM » |
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So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all from Pittsburgh.
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« Reply #21 on: January 10, 2011, 07:17:45 AM » |
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I am sorry for your loss. Your son was a gem as can be seen from the photograph. I hope you remain strong. God Bless you and your family.
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« Reply #22 on: January 10, 2011, 07:26:53 AM » |
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Words can not express the sorrow I feel for your family at this time.
Take comfort in knowing Benson is with our Lord, where the tank is always full, the weather is always perfect, the cages are made of foam rubber, and the speed limit is whatever you're comfortable with.
Hang in there..
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« Reply #23 on: January 10, 2011, 07:57:25 AM » |
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« Reply #24 on: January 10, 2011, 08:41:41 AM » |
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Prayers for you and the rest of Benson's family and friends.
I remember Benson well. He loved life and was a pleasure to be around. I am glad I got to meet y'all but I am especially glad Benson had been saved. He rides in a better place.
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« Reply #25 on: January 10, 2011, 08:48:06 AM » |
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My condolences to the family. My he rest in peace. |
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« Reply #26 on: January 10, 2011, 09:34:14 AM » |
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Keith.....Words can't express the sadness we're feeling for you and your families loss.....we truely looked forward to the rides we knew you and your boys were going to be at....always enjoyed talking to Benson about bikes....he will remain in our memories forever....Don and Tracy
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« Reply #27 on: January 10, 2011, 10:36:11 AM » |
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Prayer from Az. You and your family will be in our thoughts.
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« Reply #28 on: January 10, 2011, 10:39:25 AM » |
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Very sorry for your loss.......Prayers for you and all of the family.........JerryB.
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« Reply #29 on: January 10, 2011, 12:59:16 PM » |
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I am so sorry for your loss. As others have said there are no words to comfort the pain you are feeling. Since since you know the Lord I trust you will look to Him for help. I know you have lots of good memories which you will carry forever. God bless you and your family.
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« Reply #30 on: January 10, 2011, 01:03:38 PM » |
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Sorry for your loss. Prayers from Memphis
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« Reply #31 on: January 10, 2011, 01:04:58 PM » |
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I'm sorry to hear this. I met you and your boys at the whiskey ride. I thought to my self and spoke to others there about what a great relationship the three of you had ,father, sons ,riding buds. As a parent I can't imagine the pain & how rough this must be. Again my heart goes out to you , and everyone that knew your son .... Chip
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I.............I have no words..............prayers sent to you and yours from Arizona.
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« Reply #34 on: January 10, 2011, 02:49:33 PM » |
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Thoughts and prayers from Wegs and Teresa in Illinois. What a terrible thing to go through. So sorry for your loss Keith!
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« Reply #35 on: January 10, 2011, 05:16:10 PM » |
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Prayers to you and your family.
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« Reply #37 on: January 10, 2011, 05:28:48 PM » |
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My sincere condolences.
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My sincerest condolences, you & your family will be in our prayers.
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« Reply #39 on: January 10, 2011, 05:50:56 PM » |
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Wow...so sorry to hear this. I met you guys in KY and rode with you on the way home until you pulled off the highway at your exit in WV. When I got home, I remember telling my wife about the nice family...dad and 2 sons...that rode home with me part way and how cool it was that you guys had motorcycles to share together. You have my condolences and know that my thoughts are with you and your family.
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