Jake
Dec 23, 2010 | 01:24 AM
Melting Slicks
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From: folsom california
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.
Dec 23, 2010 | 08:08 AM
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From: Charlotte, NC
You'll be in our thoughts and prayers...
Dec 23, 2010 | 08:29 AM
Safety Car
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From: Dale City VA
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.
Will
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.
Dec 23, 2010 | 10:38 AM
Drifting
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From: Boise Idaho
I am sad to hear about this Ryan.
Your father was very proud of you.
Prayers sent.
Dec 23, 2010 | 10:57 AM
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From: Somewhere in Mo
St. Jude Donor '09-'10, '14
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.
Dec 23, 2010 | 11:03 AM
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From: altered state
St. Jude Donor '05
Sad to hear about Jake he stood firm on what he believed in and shared freely of his knowledge. Hang in there
Dec 23, 2010 | 11:06 AM
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From: New Prague MN
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Jake will certainly be missed.
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Dec 23, 2010 | 11:35 AM
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From: San Antonio TX
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
Dec 23, 2010 | 12:43 PM
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Prayers for you and your family brother Ryan.
Dec 23, 2010 | 01:38 PM
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Dec 23, 2010 | 01:45 PM
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From: Yes it's hot! Arizona
You're dad will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and you're family.
Dec 23, 2010 | 02:17 PM
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From: Winchester VA
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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.
Dec 23, 2010 | 02:57 PM
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From: Boston, Dallas, Detroit, SoCal, back to Boston MA
Dec 23, 2010 | 07:19 PM
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From: O'Fallon Missouri
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.
Dec 23, 2010 | 07:31 PM
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Sorry about your father.
Dec 23, 2010 | 07:41 PM
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From: levittown pa. usa Even a bad day with my `Vette, is better than a good day at work
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I`m so sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with you and your family at this time.
Dec 23, 2010 | 07:48 PM
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From: PA
Always sorry to lose a member of the Corvette brotherhood. Saying an extra prayer for him.
Dec 23, 2010 | 09:04 PM
Drifting
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From: colchester CT
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"
Dec 23, 2010 | 09:15 PM
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From: WilkesBarre PA
Very Sorry to hear about your Dad.