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I wanted to take a
moment to relay a very special story of my recent experience at the
MidWest Truck-In at Rolling Hills Campground, Penfield IL
I was a guest of Paul
'Chooie' Walsh and his club, Ace of Spade Van Club, Chicago IL on
Memorial Day weekend.
On the 2-1/2 hour
trip to the campground Chooie's '66 Chevy Sportvan broke down on the
side of the highway, 78 miles from the eVANt. Within minutes, 3
vanners from Wisconsin were there offering mechanical help and
ultimately an AAA (free) flatbed tow all the way to the camp ground.
Thank you so much Monica Gross, Scott and Jeff.
Various vanners
including Derek and John worked with Chooie on his van the333 entire
weekend and thought the problem was finally fixed for the return
trip to Chicago.
On the return trip,
less than an hour out, Chooie's van died again. Ace of Spade
Van Club members stayed with us, offering mechanical help, enough to
get us to the next exit. Several members of the club
drove all the way back to Chicago, 1-1/2 hours, dropped their travel
trailers and came back with a tow-bar. They hooked Chooie's van
up and towed us all the way back again to Chicago and got Chooie's
van into his garage. They ensured we were safe then went
on to their own homes again. The entire ordeal took over 5
hours but they never considered leaving us behind.
I am so honored to
have met these folks. They truly personify the Brotherhood of
Vanning.
I have also sent them
a note but wanted them to be recognized for the powerful impression
they made on me, a 25 year veteran of vanning.
I don't want to
preach but this is what vanning is all about. Forget the
differences we have and be thankful we belong to such a caring
group. Each of us needs to be reminded to take the time to
take care of our Brotherhood and it will take care of you.
Safe trucking to all.
Cari Patton
Vice President
Florida Van Council
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We Lost "PJ"
Atkison on August 6th
It
is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Dave "PJ"
Atkison. "PJ was
I
ask even those who didn't know him to lift a toast to him
and take a minute to
remember the Vanners we have lost. Take another minute to think about your old Vanning friends, give them a holler and say 'hi' . I really wish I could have seen PJ one more time, don't make that mistake. Life is too short.
Buffalo Bob
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ukvanner@talktalk.net
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Date: 08/25/2009
Time: 09:00 AM
We were all sad here in the UK with the loss of a great and probably the best vanner
this side of the pond, Kev Walton. A visitor to Florida on many occations (almost
anually)his favourite place being Treasure Island and the Keys event. Many vanners
from all over the UK attended his untimely funeral last friday at his home village at
Westcott.He leaves wife Mel and so many of us in disbelief. Kev introduced me to
vanning in the 70's. I'll always remember the smile and fun loving type of guy he was.
Always with a beer in his hand, CHEERS KEV,keep the beer on ice till we meet again.
John Attrill.
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john@lightningvideos.com Submit Date: 07/26/2009 Time: 05:57 PM Click Here for the link to 2009 NATS photos OOOOOOOOP ! Thats right OOP & Jo here. WOW! It has been a long time but we are back and ready to truck. Jo and I are extremely excited to get back to it as we have been out for such a long time. I think it has been about 6 years. If not because of all the out of country filming I do then because Lightning has been in restoration for the last 3 years. But we have finished up everything and we are ready to see all of you again. Lightning is like new and Jo and I went to the Nats. It was so nice to see so many of you there. Like a big family reunion. The weather was great, the grounds were nice with enough electric and water for all and the vanners were as crazy as ever. I believe someone said there were 14 vans from Florida and boy did Florida freak everyone out with the midnight snack of Gator and tenderloin. As for the actual van show there were so many vans in the show that they ran out of room in the big lot and had about 20 of us park in the game field. Lightning along with Shogun were last in the line up. Lightning was moved up to full custom class and won first in her class. The last night we had rain but that was not a problem as we partied till we saw 2 of everything. Sunday came and everyone headed out for home or on to other adventures. Jo and I headed for Uniontown, PA which is where I grew up. We spent time visiting friends and after a week there we headed for home. It will be a pleasure to see all of you again at future truck-ins. If you would like to see many pictures of the Nats then check out this link on the web as it has many pictures and Florida is in many of the pics. http://www.dropjawmag.com/2009/truckinnats/Main.htm I will also be putting together a video on you tube with the tag 37th van nats in a week or so, so check it out when you have time. Love you all and see you soon. Keep on Truckin OOP & Jo
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Boot was able to get into the subdivision this morning and the house is still standing!!!
The fire burned within 40 feet of
the house!
Thanks to all who posted on
vannin.com for Boot and Jan to read. This was
a great showing of support for our fellow Vanners!
I think I will still send a
Wedding card although Boot has asked that no one
send anything.
Looks like the intervention of
prayer has worked again!
Dan'o
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We got two letters from the Oldest Van Club ******************************************************************************* http://www.inlandvansberdoo.com/ *******************************************************************************
dirtyolvan66@hotmail.com
My name is Alan Cook, and I am the secretary of Inland Vans Berdoo, a So. Cal. club and the oldest club to still hold regular meetings. I am a charter member, one of the original 2%ers and I drive a 1966 Chevy flatwindow van called the "Dirty Ol Van". I would like to thank your secretary for giving us a voice in your website. We are still trying to get the word out that our club has been honored with being inducted into the Route 66 Cruisin Hall of Fame - the first and only "car" (shudder) club to even be considered. I would welcome your input, comments,etc.to be put on our forums section of our website "www.inlandvansberdoo.com" then click on Inland chatter on the home page. Check out all the sections, we have vanners from all over writing in, and welcome any true vanner - 2% or otherwise. ROCK ON!!!!!!!!!! |
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Tony King passed away, after a long illness. A memorial service was held on Friday, August 24, 2007 at the Beckman-Williamson Funeral Home in Cocoa Beach, Florida. A remembrance of Tony was held at Jonathan's Pub, across the street, after the service. Uncle Tony was a member of Central Florida Vans, and a past President of the Florida Van Council. |
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Why cry for a soul set free For this journey that we all must take When you are lonely and sick at heart We will always remember you Dad. |
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Ila and Richie's baby, Audrey, arrived here in August
17 inches long 7lb. 12 oz.
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| ******************************************************************************* T1: chester@customworld.com B1: Submit Date: 07/27/2011 Time: 09:53 AM S1: I have a warehouse full of van stuff,seating sofas,fiberglass,flares spoilers wings ,visors bases and a lot more,for sale cheap.Customworld 813 971 3136,cell,813 965 6307. ******************************************************************************* |
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******************************************************************************* T1: riverratcustomz@yahoo.com B1: Submit Date: 04/05/2011 Time: 04:54 PM S1:Hi. Just got my first van and I need a little help. Its an 80 G10 Chevy and i wanna
Fix her up. Id like to start by finding a chrome grill for a 75. The 80 model grill sucks.
Id also like more info on the Van Council and possibly join. I live near Tallahassee and
have always dug the van. Any help finding a grill or someone who sells parts for these
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Andy
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******************************************************************************* T1: cldreamkchr@aol.com B1: Submit Date: 05/31/2010 Time: 10:18 AM S1: I met Cale Capps yesterday at Crossroads in DeLand, FL and got to talking regarding vanning I use to do in up-state New York back in 1979-1981. I do galss etching on windows of cars, truvcks, vans and motorcycles, as well as on plates, mugs, wine glasses, vases, etc. At this time I do not have a van but would like to be able to do etchings for anyone that wants it done and by chance if there is a single male- looking for a vanning partner- weelll , thanks for listening, Carolyn *******************************************************************************
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******************************************************************************* T1: B1: Submit Date: 09/28/2009 Time: 12:33 PM S1: If anyone is interested, there is an old Corvair van for sale on Craigslist in DeLand. The guy wants an offer, and he says it runs. check it out, Craigslist.org ******************************************************************************* |
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T1: garey8381@comcast.net
B1: Submit Date: 09/28/2007 Time: 06:34 AM S1: Hello, My name is Michelle Coleman (Garey). I grew up vanning with my parents Linda & Jim Mullane. I was looking at your pictures and can't believe Steve Capps got remarried. That's Great!!! Also the picture of Quinton White. He has not changed in all these years. I used to baby-sit his children Stephanie & A.J.. They were only about 2 yrs & 5yrs old. I was glad to see that Lew & Agnes' names were there too. Congratulations on the new Grandchild. She is so beautiful!!! Well the reason I'm e-mailing you is to get in touch with Steve Capps. He was so good to me growing up and I would like to talk to him. So much time has passed, lots to talk about. I would really appreciate it. Thank You, Michelle Coleman (Garey) P.S. I belonged to Rhondajue vans! (Long time ago) My E-Mail address is garey8381@comcast.net Thanks Again!!! |
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******************************************************************************* T1: MattHarris@au.SpiraxSarco.com B1: Submit Date: 10/13/2008 Time: 09:43 PM S1: Hey Guys, Mandy & myself are coming to Florida in about 2 weeks and would like to catch up with Judith if Possible. can you pass her my email address so we can see if we can catch up for a beer. Unfortunately we will just miss your Halloween run as we arrive in Orlando on the Saturday Night. Any vanner that would like to catch up for a beer with a few Aussie vanners we would love to hear from you. we will be in Orlando from Oct 26-30 then Fort Lauderdale 31 and Nov 1, flying out on Nov 2.
Yours in vanning Matt & Mandy Vanning Down Under