Sounds perfect to me Dave. Thanks for jumping on that.Here is a update if the tears will let me type where you guys can read it. Yes Mike was a royal pain in the ass but in a good way and the more you got to know him we realized that his heart was 10 times bigger than that big old head of his. I dint know how much I had grown to love that big fellow but the hole in my heart say it was a lot.
I’ve been in touch with the administrator today and visited along time. She and her husband lived in the same area that Mike and Noreen lived in and has known him along time. I don’t think a go fund me is needed at this time as she was very adamant about her paying for the cremation. I questioned about any other financial issues and she didn’t see any at this time. after visiting and letting her know how much we cared for Mike how much of a loss the group has she asked if we would be interested in fulfilling part of his last wishes . she said that he wanted one last ride .
I said that was a honor for us all , so I hope no one thinks less of me but I’ve arranged for his ashes to be sent to a local home here and I’d receive them for the big dog bike family and we’ll take Mike on a ride with the dogs roaring in his fav areas of riding.
I was asked bout his bikes as this lady knew nothing about them even tho she rides a Harley herself . Again please forgive me if I steped out of line speaking for all of the dog family , but I promised her that we had the most knowledgeable people here about these bikes and they would be taken care of . After probate is over we can look at this situation and get them sold at best price and than donate all proceeds in mikes honor to the wounded warrior veterans . I just didn’t want them trashed or sold for nothing. .
I know they both need some work and a good bath but that’s the least that we can do for Mike.
Rip my friend and I hope you now realize how many friends that you really had on this earth. And I hope that somehow you get to enjoy a medium rare pizza one last time.
David.
That sounds great Dave. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. One last ride brother, GodspeedHere is a update if the tears will let me type where you guys can read it. Yes Mike was a royal pain in the ass but in a good way and the more you got to know him we realized that his heart was 10 times bigger than that big old head of his. I dint know how much I had grown to love that big fellow but the hole in my heart say it was a lot.
I’ve been in touch with the administrator today and visited along time. She and her husband lived in the same area that Mike and Noreen lived in and has known him along time. I don’t think a go fund me is needed at this time as she was very adamant about her paying for the cremation. I questioned about any other financial issues and she didn’t see any at this time. after visiting and letting her know how much we cared for Mike how much of a loss the group has she asked if we would be interested in fulfilling part of his last wishes . she said that he wanted one last ride .
I said that was a honor for us all , so I hope no one thinks less of me but I’ve arranged for his ashes to be sent to a local home here and I’d receive them for the big dog bike family and we’ll take Mike on a ride with the dogs roaring in his fav areas of riding.
I was asked bout his bikes as this lady knew nothing about them even tho she rides a Harley herself . Again please forgive me if I steped out of line speaking for all of the dog family , but I promised her that we had the most knowledgeable people here about these bikes and they would be taken care of . After probate is over we can look at this situation and get them sold at best price and than donate all proceeds in mikes honor to the wounded warrior veterans . I just didn’t want them trashed or sold for nothing. .
I know they both need some work and a good bath but that’s the least that we can do for Mike.
Rip my friend and I hope you now realize how many friends that you really had on this earth. And I hope that somehow you get to enjoy a medium rare pizza one last time.
David.
You hit the nail on the head.To everyone reading thru this thread....if you have not been able to attend a Bigdog Family reunion, I highly recommend you do whatever it takes to make one. What started as a way to connect with other Bigdog riders, I found myself sucked into a entirely new family. Words cannot explain it. You must come hang out. Ive ended up meeting the craziest best people on the planet. Do not miss the opportunity to meet the 'Family'. We would like to meet you as well. Had I never attended I would have missed out on Jersey Mike. Whatta personality. Whatta heart. He will be greatly missed by those of us fortunate enough to meet him.
Come be part of the Family.
Why don’t you plan on coming out this fall for this. I’ve been in gunnison 4 different times to meet you and it never worked out . You’re on the forum every day and dont think anyone has met you. Anyway you are welcome here anytime.Wow, R.I.P Mike. So sorry to hear this