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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 12:19 AM
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Sad News in California

http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforum...=207518&page=1

For those of you who did not know Ben he was a true car nut and a great guy. God Bless his wife and daughter during this time of loss.
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 12:21 AM
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You can read the article here.
http://www.nbc4.tv/news/4562562/detail.html
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 12:23 AM
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Indeed a very very sad news.... May god have mercy on both of their souls. My condolences to their families and loved ones.
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 12:27 AM
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I drive a E55T, SLK55 and 65 Mustang Conv.
I saw this posted on the off topic board and it really makes you think. RIP to a man I never "knew" but know I would have liked :-(
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 01:05 AM
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OMG Ben was a huge celeb over on 6speed. I dont think there was a topic with a Q that he didnt answer or atleast try to help answer.

RIP Ben.
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 02:43 AM
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RIP Ben...he was truely an awesome guy. He will be missed by many.
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 03:16 AM
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I can't believe what I am reading. It is truly such a sad day for both families. Ben was such a classy guy. I enjoyed all of his posts, and many times look forward to his great stories of his cars. He answered all of my questions and was very polite and friendly even if some of my questions were stupid. Such a great loss for all of us.

May God be with both the families now, and forever. Amen.
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 09:01 AM
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Terrible news.

What was Ben's screen name on this site?
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Rip!!
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 07:44 PM
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Terrible news.

What was Ben's screen name on this site?
On most sites its ben lj... Great guy
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Old Jun 3, 2005 | 08:35 PM
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Our prayers go out to their family and friends
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Old Jun 4, 2005 | 01:51 PM
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jeez that sucks! makes you not want to go to track days anymore. hope there famillies pull through.
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