Dottleshead ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #1 Posted November 30, 2014 There was a post from his daughter on another site that chopped liver passed away recently while riding his stationary bike. He was a great poster and as far as I know a great guy. So unless this is a really bad joke -- and I don't think it is as one of the moderators on the other site actually was friends with him in person -- I'm sad to report that he won't be back with us. Horrible. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #2 Posted November 30, 2014 Wow. I am speechless. He will really be missed here. Here is a link: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dottleshead ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Author Share #3 Posted November 30, 2014 From his daughter: I'm not sure if you knew my dad by his nickname, Sonny. But that is what we all call him.My father passed away yesterday. He had a heart attack while riding his stationary bike in the garage. I found him too late, and there was nothing they could do to revive him when the ambulance arrived. My father was only 47. He had so many health issues for such a young age, battling diabetes, thyroid issues, and a heart murmur. My father was an amazing man. He was a genuinely good man. He always tried to see the best in people. He was brilliant and logical. I would call him, he would always pick up and give me exactly the right answers. He worked hard to make mine and my mother's life as easy as possible. He wanted us both to have the best in life. He solved all my problems and honestly, I have no idea how to live without my daddy. We would always poke fun at my dad for going on "his bike forums." He loved checking the forums after work and he would show me conversations he thought were funny. I thought it would be important to tell you all good bye for him. This site gave him a good bit of joy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted November 30, 2014 Share #4 Posted November 30, 2014 Sad beyond words. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #5 Posted November 30, 2014 His last post here was 9:54 AM yesterday. And he mentioned he was going to ride the trainer on Saturday. Dammit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrAzY Posted November 30, 2014 Share #6 Posted November 30, 2014 very sad news... he is one that I would have loved to met in person. Rest in peace my friend! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerrySTL ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #7 Posted November 30, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zealot Posted November 30, 2014 Share #8 Posted November 30, 2014 What?! Omg! Totally speechless! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingtermite Posted November 30, 2014 Share #9 Posted November 30, 2014 Holy Crap! What horrible news. I considered Sonny one of my best online buds. :( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destination Posted November 30, 2014 Share #10 Posted November 30, 2014 So sorry to hear this. I always appreciated and respected him on this forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
az_cyclist Posted November 30, 2014 Share #11 Posted November 30, 2014 Really sorry to hear this. We will keep his family in our prayers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airehead Posted November 30, 2014 Share #12 Posted November 30, 2014 So sad, may he rest in peace. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted November 30, 2014 Share #13 Posted November 30, 2014 This sucks! I really liked CL. Seemed like a really great guy. Only 47. Crap! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldendesign Posted November 30, 2014 Share #14 Posted November 30, 2014 Shocked and very saddened. His family will be receiving vibes of comfort. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
questrider Posted November 30, 2014 Share #15 Posted November 30, 2014 We'll miss you Sonny. R.I.P. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #16 Posted November 30, 2014 OMG tearing up as I type this...will keep his family in my prayers. Life is too short. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfpack Posted November 30, 2014 Share #17 Posted November 30, 2014 I am so saddened to learn of Modo's passing. He was such a wonderful person and I am thankful to have been able to meet him a few years ago. Thoughts & prayers for his family. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingtermite Posted November 30, 2014 Share #18 Posted November 30, 2014 One of his family members friended me on FB. I'll get info for anyone who wants to send flowers or a card. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parr8hed Posted November 30, 2014 Share #19 Posted November 30, 2014 Just heard. Horrible news. He was one of the good ones. i will miss him. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team scooter Posted November 30, 2014 Share #20 Posted November 30, 2014 Very sad. And only 47. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #21 Posted November 30, 2014 Very sad. And only 47. Sounds like his health issues were a lot worse than I thought. He mentioned diabetes, but his daughter's post on bikeforums was the first I heard about the heart and thyroid issues. He always reminded me of Calvin's dad, mostly because of an actual pic that I think he used for an avatar for awhile. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingtermite Posted November 30, 2014 Share #22 Posted November 30, 2014 Sounds like his health issues were a lot worse than I thought. He mentioned diabetes, but his daughter's post on bikeforums was the first I heard about the heart and thyroid issues. He always reminded me of Calvin's dad, mostly because of an actual pic that I think he used for an avatar for awhile. I didn't know about anything but the diabetes either. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsharr ★ Posted November 30, 2014 Share #23 Posted November 30, 2014 My last post to him here was acerbic and makes me wish I could take it back and have just one chance to let him know that I valued and respected him and was proud to call him friend. Send not to know for whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee. Going to go find a quiet place to sit and think, and pray and cry now. This one hits way to close to home. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destination Posted November 30, 2014 Share #24 Posted November 30, 2014 Jsharr, I think he knew. Your comments are never mean-spirited. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UglyBob Posted November 30, 2014 Share #25 Posted November 30, 2014 Wow... just wow. Not what I expected to come back to. I will be praying for his family. :( 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mconlonx Posted December 1, 2014 Share #26 Posted December 1, 2014 My last post to him here was acerbic and makes me wish I could take it back and have just one chance to let him know that I valued and respected him and was proud to call him friend. Send not to know for whom the bell tolls, it tolls for thee. Going to go find a quiet place to sit and think, and pray and cry now. This one hits way to close to home. Pretty sure that acerbic meant that he knew you understood and valued him. At least from his postings on BF... rest easy. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted December 1, 2014 Share #27 Posted December 1, 2014 My last post to him here was acerbic and makes me wish I could take it back and have just one chance to let him know that I valued and respected him and was proud to call him friend. I'm pretty certain he loved all the back and forth barbs and such and knew it was just all in good fun. I don't think he would have had it any other way. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BR46 Posted December 1, 2014 Share #28 Posted December 1, 2014 very sad news. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaddeus Kosciuszko Posted December 1, 2014 Share #29 Posted December 1, 2014 My heartfelt condolences to his family... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrAzY Posted December 1, 2014 Share #30 Posted December 1, 2014 I would like to see a memory for him on the front wall to this place... He was a well liked guy by all, and liked everyone here as well.. He would not have liked half our posts if he was not in it for the fun and games also! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Far ★ Posted December 1, 2014 Share #31 Posted December 1, 2014 Shit! We live close to one another though we've never met. Damn. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted December 1, 2014 Share #32 Posted December 1, 2014 Totally saddened and shocked. So sorry that this has happened... My thoughts and prayers to Modo's family and friends. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingtermite Posted December 1, 2014 Share #33 Posted December 1, 2014 This one hits way to close to home.Yes. Very much so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Former member Posted December 1, 2014 Share #34 Posted December 1, 2014 So saddened by hearing this news. MV/CL will be missed by so many. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirby Posted December 1, 2014 Share #35 Posted December 1, 2014 So incredibly sad and unexpected. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted December 1, 2014 Share #36 Posted December 1, 2014 He was a good one. He could give it and he could take it. I'll certainly miss him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted December 1, 2014 Share #37 Posted December 1, 2014 I would like to see a memory for him on the front wall to this place... He was a well liked guy by all, and liked everyone here as well.. He would not have liked half our posts if he was not in it for the fun and games also! I'll second this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrAzY Posted December 1, 2014 Share #38 Posted December 1, 2014 I'll second this. I sent a pm to SW and told him to make it happen! :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoo Posted December 1, 2014 Share #39 Posted December 1, 2014 I sent a pm to SW and told him to make it happen! Did you use your authorttiarian voice? Sometimes you have to scare SW into action. Use threats if necessary. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrAzY Posted December 1, 2014 Share #40 Posted December 1, 2014 Did you use your authorttiarian voice? Sometimes you have to scare SW into action. Use threats if necessary. Don't have to.. He knows I will talk to his wife and she will make him :) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolf Posted December 1, 2014 Share #41 Posted December 1, 2014 I remember him better as Modo. And those memories make me sad that he's gone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted December 1, 2014 Share #42 Posted December 1, 2014 I'm so sorry to hear this! I assumed it had to be a joke - I'm so sorry it's not... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Square Wheels Posted December 1, 2014 Popular Post Share #43 Posted December 1, 2014 I sent a pm to SW and told him to make it happen! It will happen, I have been away all day. I read this about an hour ago and have been holding back the tears ever since. My heart is heavy and I have a lump in my throat, we have all lost a good friend. It always amazes me how hard and cruel the world can be and then we develop friendships with people we never meet. They are kind to you in ways you can never understand and they make you a better person. I am better for having known Edward and I will miss my friend. Rest in peace. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted December 1, 2014 Share #44 Posted December 1, 2014 It will happen, I have been away all day. I read this about an hour ago and have been holding back the tears ever since. My heart is heavy and I have a lump in my throat, we have all lost a good friend. It always amazes me how hard and cruel the world can be and then we develop friendships with people we never meet. They are kind to you in ways you can never understand and they make you a better person. I am better for having known Edward and I will miss my friend. Rest in peace. Well done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuzieQ Posted December 1, 2014 Share #45 Posted December 1, 2014 So sad I always felt a true warmth in his responses. RIP Sonny 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris... Posted December 1, 2014 Share #46 Posted December 1, 2014 He was a good sport and a lot of fun, he will be missed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The_Karen_Cooper_Incident Posted December 1, 2014 Popular Post Share #47 Posted December 1, 2014 I met Sonny at Foo. After joining the forum, we kicked off our friendship to a great start with a simple phone call. We have been friends, ever since. He checked up on me once in awhile, mostly to see how my life was going with sobriety and sometimes just to say hi. He was selfless, to the point -- direct and a fine example of a human being. You are going to be missed Sonny. I'm grateful to have had you in my journey. Peace Amigo. Rick 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eyebike Posted December 1, 2014 Share #48 Posted December 1, 2014 Very sad news! 47 years... So very young. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfpack Posted December 1, 2014 Share #49 Posted December 1, 2014 Does anyone know the arrangements? It's a 6hr drive from here to whereabouts he's from and I'd like to attend services if possible. But, in order to do so, I need to find out this info so I can make arrangements with work, the PT job, and care for my animals. Damn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petitepedal ★ Posted December 1, 2014 Share #50 Posted December 1, 2014 I googled Atlanta obits...but didn't recognize one for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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