i_am_the_koi
Be Here Now
After reading this thread I'm not even going to pretend it's onions... :cry
I was the rider immediately behind Glen and came upon the worst scene anyone of us as riders ever want to see. I am very saddened by what happened. Glen and I exchanged hellos and welcome to the group moments at the Starbucks before we headed out.
What strikes me through all of this though is not just the sadness of the event, but the love and camrederie of barf members for each other. I am a new resident here and finding barf (huge shoutout to SmfcJohn for the pointer) was the best thing that could happen to someone in my situation. Being in a place where you know almost no one can be daunting, but barfers have welcomed me and I know you're all there for me if ever needed as I will return the favour if I ever can. You guys actually remind me of the kindness and open welcome I took for granted in Canada.
Losing a young man like this has been a traumatic and shocking experience for all of us. I'll never forget this weekend. But I'll also never forget the weekend I made 50 new friends.
The accident was reported in the local news -
http://www.mymotherlode.com/news/local/273376/deadly-crash-in-calaveras-county.html
All are welcome to attend a Brief Graveside service planned for Glenn Patterson Sunday September 25th 10:00am at:
Mt Hope Memorial Park
250 Spring Avenue
Morgan Hill CA 95037
Followed by a Memorial lunch and gathering at 11:00 am
Los Paseos Clubhouse
7047 via Ramada
San Jose, CA 95139
Greg- any idea if seeing bikes at his service would be welcome or if it would make things harder? I know it varies for different families.