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2010-10-07 11:23 PM

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Subject: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
On July 7th my buddy's dad, Roger Grooters, was so happy and excited about his plan to ride from Socal to his home in Florida, the panhandle. He spoke at length about it with me and I was envious that I didn't have the time and freedom that Roger did now that he is retired.

He was such a fun loving, great guy to know. I was absolutely crushed to find out that he was struck and killed 300 miles from completing his ride.

Dear Lord, words can not express how sad it is to hear this heartbreaking news.
A little prayer would be appreciated for Roger and my buddy Kol and his family. And to poor Roger's wife who was his support team, who had to drive up on scene and find her loved one was taken from her.

God bless your soul Roger. May you be at peace.

http://www.fox10tv.com/dpp/news/local_news/cyclist-philanthropist-k...


2010-10-08 12:07 AM
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Master
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That is an absolute tragedy.

My very best wishes to you all.

2010-10-08 12:08 AM
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Man, I am really sorry to hear about that...  condolences to family and friends
2010-10-08 12:10 AM
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What a tragedy. I am so sorry. My warmest thoughts and prayers for your friend and his mother.
2010-10-08 12:15 AM
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I'm so sorry. Was a terrible thing to happen. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
2010-10-08 1:34 AM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
Tragic.  Thoughts go out to the family and friends....


2010-10-08 7:07 AM
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2010-10-08 7:12 AM
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Royal(PITA)
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Tragic loss.  I am so sorry that it happened.
2010-10-08 7:20 AM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed

That's terrible. I am so sorry.

2010-10-08 7:45 AM
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What a tragedy.  I am so sorry for the loss of your friend - from reading more about him, he was certainly one of the good guys.  May he ride in peace forever.

2010-10-08 7:54 AM
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I am so sorry my thought go out to you and his family.


2010-10-08 8:27 AM
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Iron Donkey
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I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your friend's Dad.  I can't imagine how heartbroken this must be.

There seems to be too many tragedies like this happening this year.

2010-10-08 8:45 AM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
My thoughts and prayers are with you and with his family. I am so sorry for your loss.
2010-10-08 8:47 AM
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It's hard to find the right words, I'm so sorry to hear this. May he rest in peace. Sincere condolences.
2010-10-08 8:54 AM
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I am so very sorry.
2010-10-08 9:02 AM
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Very sorry.


2010-10-08 7:22 PM
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<sniff>  <sob>

that's really sad.  so sorry to hear about this.
2010-10-08 8:05 PM
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So sorry and my prayers go out to the family. They had a link over on ST to his blog and it was a great thing he was doing.

2010-10-08 8:10 PM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
Saw that in the local paper this morning. Was very bummed to read it. Prayers for you and the family.
2010-10-08 8:14 PM
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My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Roger's family.  Maybe there is some small comfort knowing that he left this world doing something he loved and that he is riding on golden roads in heaven.
2010-10-09 6:19 PM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
According to the article he was killed on the IMFL bike course.   I ride highway 20 several times a week--not that section, further west...but still...this is awfully close to home.

Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends...


2010-10-10 8:47 PM
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Subject: RE: I am so heartbrkoen-My Buddys Dad was hit and killed
Thank You so very much for the kind thought and prayers.
2010-10-11 6:19 PM
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Master
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This is so tragic...thoughts and prayers go out to his family and you.
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