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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 01:24 AM
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So very sorry to hear of your loss. Jake was not only knowledgeable but had a realistic view of corvettes that I found refreshing. He will be missed.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 08:08 AM
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You'll be in our thoughts and prayers...
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 08:29 AM
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I'm very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Your dad was one of the good guys around here and will be missed.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 09:49 AM
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Prayers sent to Jake and your family.

His knowledge was an amazing asset to this forum.

He was also VERY proud of you.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 10:38 AM
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I am sad to hear about this Ryan.
Your father was very proud of you.
Prayers sent.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 10:57 AM
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Jake helped me on more than one occassion, and many a time when I was looking for info I would run across him helping out other members as well. I'm sorry to hear this.

One suggestion I have is to go to the Hot Rod Magazine Web site and look around and see if there is anyone in your area that could render advice and a helping hand.


Guys over there build that type of thing all the time. Hopefully someone on this Forum can help as well.


Paryers and thoughts with you and your family.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 11:03 AM
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Sad to hear about Jake he stood firm on what he believed in and shared freely of his knowledge. Hang in there
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Jake will certainly be missed.
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My father passed away from a brain anerism, so I feel you're pain, hang in there.My prayers go out to you and you're family
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 12:43 PM
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 01:38 PM
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You're dad will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you're family.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 02:17 PM
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Very sorry to hear this about your Dad. Prayers go out to you and your family.

Everything said about him before, absolutely true. You couldn't be here more than a few moths and not take notice of his knowledge and willingness to help and share.

Over the past year or so, maybe more, he always included in his signature references to West Point. He is a very proud father, Ryan.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 02:57 PM
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 07:19 PM
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Ryan, I'm so sorry to hear about your Father. Jake was a very proud Father and although a bit stubborn like myself, a great guy.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 07:31 PM
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Sorry about your father.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 07:41 PM
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I`m so sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with you and your family at this time.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 07:48 PM
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Always sorry to lose a member of the Corvette brotherhood. Saying an extra prayer for him.
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 09:04 PM
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Ryan, so sorry for your loss. I am very thankful that your father took the time to help me here. His knowledge and spirit will be greatly missed.

"Jake Rocks"
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Old Dec 23, 2010 | 09:15 PM
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