Tundra
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« on: February 03, 2011, 02:53:42 PM » |
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My Friend Ron, from Clearwater Florida, a Valkyrie rider and a VRCC member, also responsible for introducing me to the world of Valkyrie motorcycles was hit yesterday in Arizona. I'm not totaly sure of his injuries as of yet. I know he was flown off scene by helicopter. I know it was his newer Valk, his 2003 with low mileage, and it was cut in half by the impact. The driver allegedly never hit the brakes at all. It's hard to piece together the facts long distance. He is alive and was being wheeled into a series of surgeries when I called. He was leaving for home in just a couple weeks. I'll post more as I know more. Most probably don't know him, I don't think he ever posted here, Not a computer guy, but did visit the tech pages and shoptalk.
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f6john
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« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2011, 02:59:58 PM » |
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Sad to hear, sounds like a really bad deal. Will keep him and his family on my heart.
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« Reply #2 on: February 03, 2011, 03:10:29 PM » |
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I wish him the best...Keep us updated on his condition .
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« Reply #3 on: February 03, 2011, 03:22:31 PM » |
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Prayers up. Keep us posted.
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« Reply #4 on: February 03, 2011, 03:28:36 PM » |
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Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Please keep us posted.
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« Reply #5 on: February 03, 2011, 03:51:40 PM » |
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Man, I hate to hear that.prayers from Central Texas
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« Reply #6 on: February 03, 2011, 04:11:33 PM » |
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Tundra, I'm out here in Phoenix so if he needs anything I can help with, let me know. Do you know yet where in Az. this happened?
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« Reply #7 on: February 03, 2011, 04:14:59 PM » |
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Our best and prayers....
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« Reply #8 on: February 03, 2011, 04:16:22 PM » |
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sorry to hear this...Prayers from Texas
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« Reply #9 on: February 03, 2011, 04:21:13 PM » |
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they never "see" us......I hope he pulls through well
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« Reply #10 on: February 03, 2011, 05:52:18 PM » |
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Prayers and Positive waves from NJ
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« Reply #11 on: February 03, 2011, 05:58:50 PM » |
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Sounds like it could have been worse.
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« Reply #12 on: February 03, 2011, 07:12:15 PM » |
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I hate to hear this news ~ prayers for your friend
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« Reply #13 on: February 03, 2011, 07:44:39 PM » |
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Prayer for him and family...
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« Reply #14 on: February 03, 2011, 08:21:15 PM » |
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Certainly regret hearing that this Valkyrie Rider or anyone is having difficulty. I'll be praying for him.
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« Reply #15 on: February 03, 2011, 09:10:31 PM » |
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Ah man -- no matter where the ride is from or where it happens I hate to hear this ----- We have so many out of state visitors right now -- and people are becoming more and more inconsiderate when they drive --- cut you off turn in front of you -- totally ignore their fellow travelers.
Kendall & I are here in AZ as well --- hadn't heard anything on the news about this accident. Only thing I caught was a Scottsdale motorcycle cop in an accident this morning on the 202 in Chandler ---
We'll definately keep him in our prayers and be glad to do anything we can ---
Keep us posted please.
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« Reply #16 on: February 03, 2011, 09:28:22 PM » |
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Get more info on where he is and what he may need. I'm in Mesa outside Phx. Can I help?
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« Reply #17 on: February 03, 2011, 10:06:39 PM » |
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Wow! I'm sorry to hear about Ron's accident, I hope he will be okay and comes through his surgery okay! Prayers offered up! God Bless!
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« Reply #18 on: February 04, 2011, 04:14:01 AM » |
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PRAYERS from ALABAMA for Ron and family. I like all the others ,do not like to hear things like this.
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« Reply #19 on: February 04, 2011, 06:59:40 PM » |
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Any updates on Ron?
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« Reply #20 on: February 05, 2011, 06:03:27 AM » |
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Prayers from Middle Tn.
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« Reply #21 on: February 05, 2011, 06:42:07 AM » |
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Prayers for Ron and family from Illinois.
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« Reply #22 on: February 05, 2011, 07:51:13 AM » |
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This is all I know at this time, I tried to talk with her this Morning and she was too exhausted and trying to sleep. I actually got him on his cell in the hospital, although I didn't get to talk long before the nurse ended it. He came through 6 hours of surgery and is well drugged. The accident was in Yuma, he was flow to Phoenix. I was hoping someone may be able to rescue whatever may be salvagable? If anything, I know there were some goodies that may have survived. Iron Horse Tank bib, Corbin seat, who knows? I will of course wait until I can have a conversation with him. Thanks for all the good words  I know he will appreciate it. He will be getting his laptop next week. At 67 years young, he's in great shape. Works out daily and should recover better than most  Ron, from some of our past rides...Good friend       Youv'e got allot of folks pulling for ya brother. Hope you get a chance to see this, heal up quick and get home! |
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« Reply #23 on: February 05, 2011, 02:21:57 PM » |
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Prayers from LA. I'm still healing up from mine. Hate to hear of anyone going down. Speedy recovery and best wishes to the family.
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« Reply #24 on: February 05, 2011, 03:16:09 PM » |
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This is all I know at this time, I tried to talk with her this Morning and she was too exhausted and trying to sleep. I actually got him on his cell in the hospital, although I didn't get to talk long before the nurse ended it. He came through 6 hours of surgery and is well drugged. The accident was in Yuma, he was flow to Phoenix. I was hoping someone may be able to rescue whatever may be salvagable? If anything, I know there were some goodies that may have survived. Iron Horse Tank bib, Corbin seat, who knows? I will of course wait until I can have a conversation with him. Thanks for all the good words I know he will appreciate it. He will be getting his laptop next week. At 67 years young, he's in great shape. Works out daily and should recover better than most Valk riders are'nt just smarter,Damn TOUGH too! Get back in the wind soon, Ron! |
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f6john
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« Reply #25 on: February 05, 2011, 08:25:29 PM » |
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That first pic of Ron looks more like 47 instead of 60 something! Good to know he could talk for even a little while.
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« Reply #26 on: February 05, 2011, 09:43:41 PM » |
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Prayers up for Ron, his family and friends.
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« Reply #27 on: February 05, 2011, 09:44:54 PM » |
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Prayers out to ya from Fort Worth, Texas. Get well soon bro.
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Tundra
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« Reply #28 on: February 06, 2011, 04:13:00 AM » |
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F6-John, The picture you are referring to, he had just turned 64.
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Tundra
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« Reply #29 on: February 06, 2011, 04:25:09 AM » |
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« Reply #30 on: February 06, 2011, 07:45:33 AM » |
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Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery from West Virginia
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« Reply #31 on: February 06, 2011, 08:19:04 AM » |
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Doug, sorry to hear about your friend, we'll remember him daily. Keep us posted on how he's doing.
I need to ask about Peggy's Corral....sure looks familiar, where is it?
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« Reply #32 on: February 06, 2011, 09:07:52 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this. I pray he will recover 100%, and will be able to ride another day. It looks like you guys have a nice little riding group.
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« Reply #33 on: February 06, 2011, 10:45:40 AM » |
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Heal up quick, Ron.
We're in the Phoenix area... email or call (623-594-0290) if you need ANYTHING!!
To which of our luxury accomodations did they fly ya??
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« Reply #34 on: February 06, 2011, 12:54:49 PM » |
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This is great news, much better than it sounded from the original post. Keep on healing Ron; we are wishing you a full and speedy recovery!
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« Reply #35 on: February 07, 2011, 04:34:25 AM » |
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Prayers for a speedy and complete recovery.
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Tundra
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« Reply #36 on: May 24, 2011, 04:34:26 PM » |
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He's home and healing. He checked himself out of the hospital, two friends flew out to Arizona and loaded up his motorhome and trailer and drove him home. He's got a walker and a wheelchair, but he seems to be doing ok without them. Really remarkable recovery. His other solo Valk with the black & white checkered flag in the photo will be posted soon on the classifieds.
Thanks for all your good words and support, I'm going to forward this to him, maybe he'll chime in?
We had some REAL GOOD TIMES over the years on these scoots, gonna miss riding with you.
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« Reply #37 on: May 24, 2011, 04:41:12 PM » |
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Prayers from Suwanee, GA
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« Reply #38 on: May 24, 2011, 05:25:26 PM » |
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Soooo sorry to hear this. Thoughts and Prayers coming his way from Mid-Michigan. To his family too...to have him so far away from home and needing them with him must be very, very hard!
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« Reply #39 on: May 24, 2011, 05:26:49 PM » |
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ron, heal good, i have relitives in clear water, one of these years it'd be great to come down for a visit, and look you up. |
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