SAD NEWS... one of our members is no longer with us. - Page 2 - Lone Star Stangs

SALEENT76 · 03-06-2007, 09:20 AM

Wow....that is too bad, another comrade in arms. I feel terrible!!! Rest in Peace man!!! Ill def make the memorial cruise!!!

**PonyTx** · 03-06-2007, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Firstlady

So what do we have to do to order one of those cars?

I think it would be good to do the memorial cruise to his grave site and leave it there.

How about we set a date and do it?

I'm liking this idea, however I believe he's buried in Harlingen, which is like a 4 hour cruise to get there (according to mapquest).

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Originally Posted by ezblonde

I was also thinking about getting shirts made, buying in bulk and having them made. Then selling them and see where his mom would like it to be donated too??? Whatch think?

I like this idea too.

I think we definitely should do a cruise. How about in April or May? I'd like to send out invites to as many mustang clubs as possible.

If the cruise to his gravesite is too long, I was thinking we could cruise the hill country/1604, then end up someplace to eat, someplace like Texas Pride, we could reserve the party room. If not anything, a couple of us could cruise to his gravesite and leave the mustang marker.

chips · 03-06-2007, 09:30 PM

a cruise might be nice, but i'm not sure about the other stuff. i'd hate to see the man's death be turned into a circus... imo, of course.

ezblonde · 03-06-2007, 09:33 PM

how would it be turned into a circus? Its for him memorial and the money danated would go to where ever his parents want the donation to go. There is nothing cicus about that.

chips · 03-06-2007, 09:39 PM

as i said, it's my opinion.

i do think that there's a point where we can go overboard. i just happen to think that printing t-shirts crosses this point.

we've gone through this twice at another board i post at in the past months. a lot of people had great ideas, but when you start putting all the stuff together, it's a bit too much.

**thesource** · 03-06-2007, 10:31 PM

Wow !!!! I remember this kid from a few years ago . He use to come into my shop as ask a thousand questions but never really buy anything . He was kind of a taller , goofy kid but in a good way . He was always very polite and seemed like a good kid . I think he use to had a baby blue or maybe a silverish color T-Bird . He would always tell me about plans that he had for it .

I'd like to say thank you to him and his family for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our country . God bless your soul ..........

**bandit** · 03-06-2007, 10:45 PM

even though it's a 4 hour cruise to Harlingen, I'd be down.

I think crusing down there and leaving the Mustang marker at his gravesite would be enough. We could take a collection to buy that specific Mustang model that CrewChiefLite linked to... It's only about 50 bucks 2001 - Diecast Mustangs and Fords

**bandit** · 03-06-2007, 10:51 PM

ezblonde · 03-07-2007, 08:58 AM

After we cuise down there we could eat and then cruise back?

CrewChiefLite · 03-07-2007, 01:03 PM

While I think it will be very sweet and touching to put the model on his grave, it will get stolen. Maybe someone should ask his parents about sealing it in an acrylic case and making it a permanent part of his headstone, or something of the like...

Bulldoser89 · 03-07-2007, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CrewChiefLite

While I think it will be very sweet and touching to put the model on his grave, it will get stolen. Maybe someone should ask his parents about sealing it in an acrylic case and making it a permanent part of his headstone, or something of the like...

Thats a good idea, if they want to do it.

**pinkpony_racing** · 03-07-2007, 09:46 PM

All of this sounds great I think maybe we should let his parents keep it as a token in his memory in a case they could possible put a few of his personals. Maybe they could put pictures and some of his military badges or photos from his childhood. I also think it would get stollen if not some how placed in the stone itself. If we cant go down perhaps we can all meet at yalls usual and sign it in memory with some kind words then ship it to his family just an idea.

rpalaniz · 03-08-2007, 12:14 AM

the cemetary where he was laid to rest is 2 miles from my house down in the valley, I will be down there, for spring break, the entire week, if you all dont make it down there, I can go and take pictures of his resting site and share them with you all, at least we can see where he went to rest..and if you do decide to cruise down there, let me know so I can put some sausage on the grill to feed you all.....Richard

chips · 03-08-2007, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by rpalaniz

..and if you do decide to cruise down there, let me know so I can put some sausage on the grill to feed you all.....Richard

that sounds good to me. i think several of us will definitely be down for heading over there to pay our respects.

i doubt it will be as soon as spring break, but i think something will be planned for the near future.

Firstlady · 03-08-2007, 02:24 AM

We are looking at setting this up for the April timeframe. Probably the end of the month in April, on a Sunday. We will just meet in the morning, cruise down, do our thing, and then head back.

Details will be posted by the end of the week so you can arrange to be off of work or whatever if you would like to join us.

coupe5oh · 03-16-2007, 03:34 PM

I just dont know what to say, except im having a problem holding my tears back right now.
Sat On st.pattys day, (like the song says) "I'll remember the fallen, as I order a Tall one"..... And i'll damn sure dedicate my first batch of brew to darrell when it's finished.
r.i.p Brother

**PonyTx** · 03-27-2007, 06:29 PM

Click here to light a candle for Darrell.

Bulldoser89 · 03-27-2007, 07:13 PM

I was just looking through the Army Times from Feb. and he was on the 7th page, It was under the Human Toll Section

STANGER_SC · 03-31-2007, 12:55 AM

I can not help but express my deepest sympathy. As a new member, I had never met Darrell. But I had heard of him through several posts I read throughout this site. I guess what I am trying to say is that, as a fellow service member myself, I salute Darrell for the ultimate sacrifice he has made for his country.
Furthermore, his legacy will not be forgotten. I have read through this entire thread tonight and I can't help but notice nothing but respect and tribute to a great man by loyal friends and peers. Wish I had knew him. You all are the greatest, and Darrell is a true American hero.
With deepest respect,
Jeremy

d4rkpri35t · 05-08-2007, 05:07 AM

I never really checked this thread out but I gave it a look. I never met Darrell nor talked to him but any death is a terrible experience. I looked at his MySpace and it was hardcore to read, especially the comments from his mother.. I notice there hasn't been any posts on this thread in a little over a month and a week.. I think everyone should periodically make a post on this so this member is not forgotten.. I know how hard it is to loose someone unexpectedly and it hurts. We didn't loose a member, we gained a memory. A parent shouldn't have to bury their kid.. Darrell gave his life for his country, and he gets my greatest honor.

May you rest in peace,
- Shelby S.

94GTVert · 05-09-2007, 10:55 PM

My condolences and prayers go to his family, but we should all thank him for his service to the country.

He's a hero

highspeed · 05-12-2007, 12:10 PM

This is a tribute to all those who have served... especially those who have given their lives for our freedom.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

There is a huge rock near a gravel pit on Hwy.25 in rural Iowa. For generations, kids have painted slogans, names, and obscenities on this rock, changing its character many times. A few months back, the rock received its latest paint job, and since then it has been left completely undisturbed. It's quite an impressive sight. Be sure to scroll down and check out the multiple photos (all angles) of the rock. It looks like the flag was draped over the rock, but it's not. It's actually painted on the rock too.

Here's the artist Ray "Bubba" Sorensen.

AWESOME Work, RAY ...Thank you!

God Bless America , our soldiers & our vets

************************************************** **********************************

highspeed · 05-12-2007, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CrewChiefLite

While I think it will be very sweet and touching to put the model on his grave, it will get stolen. Maybe someone should ask his parents about sealing it in an acrylic case and making it a permanent part of his headstone, or something of the like...

I think two of these should be created... One for the headstone to be mounted in a way that could never be removed (The acrylic idea is great!)... And the other should go to the parents as a memory of their fallen son.

Maybe a small phrase or remembrance can be posted at the bottom of the acrylic block on a little brass plaque.

Just some ideas!!!

**PonyTx** · 06-05-2007, 05:39 PM

Some people have been getting some really cool tats in memory of Darrell. I thought I would share them with you. I sure miss his smiling face.

ezblonde · 06-05-2007, 10:26 PM

Rays art work is bad ass!

highspeed · 06-06-2007, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ezblonde

Rays art work is bad ass!

I completely agree... I think it deserves as much publicity as possible. I never servered... But Damn... This really moved me!!!

**bandit** · 06-17-2007, 01:22 AM

gone but not forgotten. save me a parking spot up there past the pearly gates.

highspeed · 06-18-2007, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by bandit

gone but not forgotten. save me a parking spot up there past the pearly gates.

Ditto...

**bandit** · 10-01-2007, 02:15 PM

although it has been several months since the last post in this memorial thread... he has not been forgotten.

Godspeed Daryl.

timpryor · 01-04-2008, 01:17 AM

It has been almost a year since we lost him I pulled this off his memorial webpage
JUST WANTED TO LET YOU ALL KNOW THAT WE WILL BE DOING A BALLOON RELEASE AT THE GRAVESITE ON THE LATE MORNING OF JAN 26TH. I WOULD LOVE FOR ALL WHO ARE GOING TO THE CELEBRATION BE A PART OF THIS AS WELL.

THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT

Darrell you will never be forgotten, EVER

tire · 01-04-2008, 01:35 AM

i won't be there, i live in california.

but when i have to look at the pictures of the marines we lost this last deployment, i damn near start crying.

you guys have no idea what it's like having to talk to the family of a guy you saw sniped 40 ft away from you and how his death was 100% preventable but not let on to the family.

i am not emotional by nature when it comes to these things i thought but this stuff has hit me hard. the memorial ceremony made me bawl and bawl and bawl. fuck i'm about to now.

austin

DSGFTW · 06-07-2008, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tire

i won't be there, i live in california.

but when i have to look at the pictures of the marines we lost this last deployment, i damn near start crying.

you guys have no idea what it's like having to talk to the family of a guy you saw sniped 40 ft away from you and how his death was 100% preventable but not let on to the family.

i am not emotional by nature when it comes to these things i thought but this stuff has hit me hard. the memorial ceremony made me bawl and bawl and bawl. fuck i'm about to now.

austin

same here man this stuff makes me bawl. i am lucky i thought i was going in july but i never got orders to go. rip darrell, i never got to meet you man but youre a brother in arms.

timpryor · 07-25-2008, 08:47 AM

Its been exactly a year & half since Darren left for home early, we miss you down here buddy.

03-06-2007, 09:20 AM	#41
SALEENT76 LoneStarStangs Addict Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ft. Hood, Tx Posts: 2,218 iTrader: (2)	Wow....that is too bad, another comrade in arms. I feel terrible!!! Rest in Peace man!!! Ill def make the memorial cruise!!! __________________ 2002 Zinc Yellow Saleen #02-245 Hellion Power Systems T-76 Turbo .20 VT Shortblock, 2v MPH Stage 3 Heads, MPH Turbo Cams 612rwhp, 640trq, 20lbs of Boost Built and Tuned by MPH "Power in the Hands of a Fool"

03-06-2007, 09:33 PM	#44
ezblonde how long? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: in my own damn world! Posts: 8,522 iTrader: (0)	how would it be turned into a circus? Its for him memorial and the money danated would go to where ever his parents want the donation to go. There is nothing cicus about that. __________________ HAS ANYONE SEEN MY HEB BAGS???

03-06-2007, 10:31 PM	#46
thesource crazy racist right wing lunatic Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: in a hole building transmissions Posts: 6,737 iTrader: (29) Real Name: Mike My Mustang Pictures	Wow !!!! I remember this kid from a few years ago . He use to come into my shop as ask a thousand questions but never really buy anything . He was kind of a taller , goofy kid but in a good way . He was always very polite and seemed like a good kid . I think he use to had a baby blue or maybe a silverish color T-Bird . He would always tell me about plans that he had for it . I'd like to say thank you to him and his family for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our country . God bless your soul .......... __________________

03-06-2007, 10:45 PM	#47
bandit You're a daisy if you do Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 17,352 iTrader: (1) Real Name: Jeff	even though it's a 4 hour cruise to Harlingen, I'd be down. I think crusing down there and leaving the Mustang marker at his gravesite would be enough. We could take a collection to buy that specific Mustang model that CrewChiefLite linked to... It's only about 50 bucks 2001 - Diecast Mustangs and Fords __________________

03-07-2007, 01:03 PM	#50
CrewChiefLite the wheel goes round Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Spring TX Posts: 2,452 iTrader: (4)	While I think it will be very sweet and touching to put the model on his grave, it will get stolen. Maybe someone should ask his parents about sealing it in an acrylic case and making it a permanent part of his headstone, or something of the like... __________________ Car Car Car Truck

03-06-2007, 09:30 PM	#43
chips Elitist Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 9,692 iTrader: (1)	a cruise might be nice, but i'm not sure about the other stuff. i'd hate to see the man's death be turned into a circus... imo, of course.

03-06-2007, 09:39 PM	#45
chips Elitist Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 9,692 iTrader: (1)	as i said, it's my opinion. i do think that there's a point where we can go overboard. i just happen to think that printing t-shirts crosses this point. we've gone through this twice at another board i post at in the past months. a lot of people had great ideas, but when you start putting all the stuff together, it's a bit too much.

03-06-2007, 10:51 PM	#48
bandit You're a daisy if you do Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 17,352 iTrader: (1) Real Name: Jeff

03-07-2007, 08:58 AM	#49
ezblonde how long? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: in my own damn world! Posts: 8,522 iTrader: (0)	After we cuise down there we could eat and then cruise back?

03-07-2007, 09:46 PM	#52
pinkpony_racing FAIL Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: san antonio Posts: 1,254 iTrader: (0)	All of this sounds great I think maybe we should let his parents keep it as a token in his memory in a case they could possible put a few of his personals. Maybe they could put pictures and some of his military badges or photos from his childhood. I also think it would get stollen if not some how placed in the stone itself. If we cant go down perhaps we can all meet at yalls usual and sign it in memory with some kind words then ship it to his family just an idea.

03-08-2007, 12:14 AM	#53
rpalaniz LoneStarStangs Addict Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Antonio-RGV Posts: 244 iTrader: (2)	Mont Meta Memorial Park in San Benito the cemetary where he was laid to rest is 2 miles from my house down in the valley, I will be down there, for spring break, the entire week, if you all dont make it down there, I can go and take pictures of his resting site and share them with you all, at least we can see where he went to rest..and if you do decide to cruise down there, let me know so I can put some sausage on the grill to feed you all.....Richard

03-08-2007, 02:24 AM	#55
Firstlady I'll eat the free chicken! Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 4,708 iTrader: (1)	We are looking at setting this up for the April timeframe. Probably the end of the month in April, on a Sunday. We will just meet in the morning, cruise down, do our thing, and then head back. Details will be posted by the end of the week so you can arrange to be off of work or whatever if you would like to join us. __________________

03-16-2007, 03:34 PM	#56
coupe5oh Brewmeister Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: n.e. Sanantonio Posts: 478 iTrader: (0)	I just dont know what to say, except im having a problem holding my tears back right now. Sat On st.pattys day, (like the song says) "I'll remember the fallen, as I order a Tall one"..... And i'll damn sure dedicate my first batch of brew to darrell when it's finished. r.i.p Brother __________________

03-27-2007, 06:29 PM	#57
PonyTx Dada! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 6,324 iTrader: (0)	Click here to light a candle for Darrell.

03-27-2007, 07:13 PM	#58
Bulldoser89 LoneStarStangs Addict Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Grand Prairie, TX Posts: 213 iTrader: (0)	I was just looking through the Army Times from Feb. and he was on the 7th page, It was under the Human Toll Section

03-31-2007, 12:55 AM	#59
STANGER_SC MonsterFishKeeper Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SA Texas Posts: 221 iTrader: (1)	I can not help but express my deepest sympathy. As a new member, I had never met Darrell. But I had heard of him through several posts I read throughout this site. I guess what I am trying to say is that, as a fellow service member myself, I salute Darrell for the ultimate sacrifice he has made for his country. Furthermore, his legacy will not be forgotten. I have read through this entire thread tonight and I can't help but notice nothing but respect and tribute to a great man by loyal friends and peers. Wish I had knew him. You all are the greatest, and Darrell is a true American hero. With deepest respect, Jeremy __________________

05-08-2007, 05:07 AM	#60
d4rkpri35t '87 LX 'n '95 GT Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sweetwater Posts: 448 iTrader: (0) Real Name: Shelby	I never really checked this thread out but I gave it a look. I never met Darrell nor talked to him but any death is a terrible experience. I looked at his MySpace and it was hardcore to read, especially the comments from his mother.. I notice there hasn't been any posts on this thread in a little over a month and a week.. I think everyone should periodically make a post on this so this member is not forgotten.. I know how hard it is to loose someone unexpectedly and it hurts. We didn't loose a member, we gained a memory. A parent shouldn't have to bury their kid.. Darrell gave his life for his country, and he gets my greatest honor. May you rest in peace, - Shelby S. __________________ '06 F-350 Dually 6.0 PSD Black '88 LX Notch - 306, GT40P w/ 1.6RR, Dropped, Custom Interior. '87 LX Hatch - Drag Build

05-09-2007, 10:55 PM	#61
94GTVert Jim-Bob Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Midland, Texas Posts: 293 iTrader: (0)	My condolences and prayers go to his family, but we should all thank him for his service to the country. He's a hero __________________ One Big Ass Mistake America

05-12-2007, 12:10 PM	#62
highspeed LoneStarStangs Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 535 iTrader: (2)	This is a tribute to all those who have served... especially those who have given their lives for our freedom. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- There is a huge rock near a gravel pit on Hwy.25 in rural Iowa. For generations, kids have painted slogans, names, and obscenities on this rock, changing its character many times. A few months back, the rock received its latest paint job, and since then it has been left completely undisturbed. It's quite an impressive sight. Be sure to scroll down and check out the multiple photos (all angles) of the rock. It looks like the flag was draped over the rock, but it's not. It's actually painted on the rock too. Here's the artist Ray "Bubba" Sorensen. AWESOME Work, RAY ...Thank you! God Bless America , our soldiers & our vets ************************************************ ********************************

06-05-2007, 05:39 PM	#64
PonyTx Dada! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Antonio Posts: 6,324 iTrader: (0)	Some people have been getting some really cool tats in memory of Darrell. I thought I would share them with you. I sure miss his smiling face.

06-05-2007, 10:26 PM	#65
ezblonde how long? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: in my own damn world! Posts: 8,522 iTrader: (0)	Rays art work is bad ass!

06-17-2007, 01:22 AM	#67
bandit You're a daisy if you do Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 17,352 iTrader: (1) Real Name: Jeff	gone but not forgotten. save me a parking spot up there past the pearly gates.

10-01-2007, 02:15 PM	#69
bandit You're a daisy if you do Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 17,352 iTrader: (1) Real Name: Jeff	although it has been several months since the last post in this memorial thread... he has not been forgotten. Godspeed Daryl.

01-04-2008, 01:17 AM	#70
timpryor Giving up Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 7,905 iTrader: (6)	It has been almost a year since we lost him I pulled this off his memorial webpage JUST WANTED TO LET YOU ALL KNOW THAT WE WILL BE DOING A BALLOON RELEASE AT THE GRAVESITE ON THE LATE MORNING OF JAN 26TH. I WOULD LOVE FOR ALL WHO ARE GOING TO THE CELEBRATION BE A PART OF THIS AS WELL. THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT Darrell you will never be forgotten, EVER

01-04-2008, 01:35 AM	#71
tire ka-chow! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Japan Posts: 5,575 iTrader: (1)	i won't be there, i live in california. but when i have to look at the pictures of the marines we lost this last deployment, i damn near start crying. you guys have no idea what it's like having to talk to the family of a guy you saw sniped 40 ft away from you and how his death was 100% preventable but not let on to the family. i am not emotional by nature when it comes to these things i thought but this stuff has hit me hard. the memorial ceremony made me bawl and bawl and bawl. fuck i'm about to now. austin

07-25-2008, 08:47 AM	#73
timpryor Giving up Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 7,905 iTrader: (6)	Its been exactly a year & half since Darren left for home early, we miss you down here buddy.

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