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Title: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: travelingbyguzzi on May 29, 2022, 11:54:55 AM
This one really hurts. My wife, Gail, aka Cookie, lost a 5-year struggle with cancer in early May.
We were married  22 years. Motorbike traveling cohorts for 24.
Never a pilot always a passenger; don’t you dare say she wasn’t a rider. She rode with me to Nationals in CA(2), IA(2), OR(2), WV, NM, CO & WA.
We went to Italy, TX.
We went to Luap’s thing in SW MO twice, Cedarvale twice, Mokan and Illinois.
Probably a 100 Washington, Oregon, Nevada and NorCal events.
If any of you remember a small woman from Washington, that was her.
Irreplaceable.
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Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: Dave Swanson on May 29, 2022, 12:00:02 PM
You were blessed to have each other!  I lost my wife of 41 years 2 1/2 years ago.  I can tell  you that the heartache is always there but the sharpness of it does dull over time.  The first year is rough.  Hang in there as best you can. 
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Post by: Ncdan on May 29, 2022, 12:02:41 PM
So sorry for your loss 🙏

Dan
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Post by: BRG-BIRD on May 29, 2022, 12:05:12 PM
So sorry for your loss
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Post by: SmithSwede on May 29, 2022, 12:10:46 PM
I am so sorry to hear this news.  You are in my thoughts.
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Post by: Texas Turnip on May 29, 2022, 12:16:19 PM
It was always a pleasure to visit with her at the rallies. The best to you in your time of sorrow.

Tex
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Post by: Cdn850T5NT on May 29, 2022, 12:48:32 PM
My sincere condolences. I'm really sorry for your loss.
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Post by: Joliet Jim on May 29, 2022, 01:08:21 PM
Riding partners are special, condolences
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Post by: Nick on May 29, 2022, 01:16:05 PM
Very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.

Nick
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Post by: Kiwi_Roy on May 29, 2022, 01:34:03 PM
Bill, I'm so sorry to hear this.
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Post by: BentGoose on May 29, 2022, 01:44:09 PM
Bummer, sorry to hear the news. It was always a pleasure to visit with her at the rallies, just hang in there.
Roger
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Post by: guzzisteve on May 29, 2022, 01:56:40 PM
Sorry for your loss, wow. Things will get better as time goes on.
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Post by: inditx on May 29, 2022, 02:46:15 PM
Brother I am so sorry to hear this.
Grief effects everyone differently and there is no formula or timeline for a universal process.
I will tell you that the most insightful comment I received when my wife died was that; “Her absence is forever present”
It will come at you in waves and at the most unusual moments sometimes.
Embrace all of it as inherent in the pain, are the wonderful memories that are precious for the rest of your life.
Blessings,
Jack
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Post by: blackcat on May 29, 2022, 02:50:22 PM
Bill, So sorry for your loss.
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Post by: twodogs on May 29, 2022, 03:15:25 PM
So sorry for your loss.
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Post by: 80CX100 on May 29, 2022, 03:39:09 PM
You were truly blessed,

My sincere condolences on your loss.


Kelly
Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: Mayor_of_BBQ on May 29, 2022, 03:42:48 PM
This is terrible to hear. I myself live in fear of that day, it seems almost too much to bear.

It sounds like you two covered many happy miles and generated a lot of smiles. I hope & wish for you, that those wonderful memories will uplift and sustain you through the rest of your travels.
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Post by: Huzo on May 29, 2022, 03:45:01 PM
Jeez I hate these ones..
I know that all you can do is guts yourself on life’s feast and live with the hunger when it’s all gone.
Just an awful hollow time, try to fill it with the company of quality people from here or wherever you find them…
The guys here care, as do I.
Peter.
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Post by: Milosh on May 29, 2022, 03:51:48 PM
My condolences.

You and she will be in our prayers.

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Post by: Ryan on May 29, 2022, 04:18:45 PM
So sorry to hear this.
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Post by: guzzi4me on May 29, 2022, 04:58:56 PM
We met you and Gail at CedarVale one year. You two were a great couple and obviously best of friends.

You two lived a life together that most couples couldn't even fathom. Cherish the memories.

Jeff & Laurie
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Post by: Matteo on May 29, 2022, 06:16:54 PM
My condolences Bill.
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Post by: bikeridertim on May 29, 2022, 06:22:54 PM
My condolences Sir, I never had the pleasure.
Prayers for you and your family.  :cry:
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Post by: Chuck in Indiana on May 29, 2022, 06:24:31 PM
Ahh.. jeese, Bill. I've been looking for your address to offer consolations. I know Cookie had been fighting the big C for a while. I really have no words other than to say that I (and Dorcia) care and wish you the best. She was a good one.. Take care of yourself, now. It will be *hard* for a while, but you will be ok again in time.
Chuck (and Dorcia)
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Post by: lucian on May 29, 2022, 06:52:21 PM
 Condolences from the North east , I am  sorry for your loss ,do your best to  stay strong. Every day is a bonus for all of us.
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Post by: Kitze on May 29, 2022, 06:54:12 PM
My sincere condolences. We had a few nice chats at Dans campout in Dayton.
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Post by: moto on May 29, 2022, 07:10:26 PM
My condolences. Stay strong.

Moto
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Post by: Stephen on May 29, 2022, 09:08:19 PM
Sorry to hear of your lose. Prayers for peace and comfort.
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Post by: PJPR01 on May 29, 2022, 09:23:36 PM
My condolences Bill.  Cookie was always cheerful and ready with a laugh at the rallies on the few occasions we had the chance to meet.
Wishing you peace at this difficult time.
Paul
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Post by: rocker59 on May 29, 2022, 09:34:48 PM
Sad news Bill.  Thank you for sharing.  Condolences to you and your family.   She will be missed.
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Post by: ccoli on May 29, 2022, 11:22:44 PM
Oh my! She was a treasure. My recollection is the smile.
She will be missed but not forgotten 💔 😢
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Post by: Muzz on May 30, 2022, 12:38:43 AM
Condolences Bill from the backside of the planet.  So sorry for your loss.
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Post by: kingoffleece on May 30, 2022, 04:48:24 AM
You two made great memories.  It's always discomforting to hear of such a special person's passing.
All the best.
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Post by: greer on May 30, 2022, 07:14:54 AM
Thank you for sharing the pictures.  Please know that you are in our thoughts, and we hope you'll post back to us as you can.

Sarah
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Post by: jcctx on May 30, 2022, 10:44:17 AM
My condolences~ cherish the memories.........
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Post by: Shorty on May 30, 2022, 11:53:22 AM
Sorry, Bill.
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Post by: twowings on May 30, 2022, 12:06:38 PM
Bill, I hope you find peace an strength in the days to come.

You two were my favorite Guzzi people!
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Post by: lti_57 on May 30, 2022, 03:14:02 PM
Really sorry to hear about your loss
i lost my wife to cancer, i feel your pain.
 
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Post by: pebra on May 30, 2022, 03:51:08 PM

You two lived a life together that most couples couldn't even fathom. Cherish the memories.


So well put.
My condolences, Bill.

Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: gnorts on May 30, 2022, 03:55:46 PM
So sorry to hear this, Bill. Gail was a sweet soul.

It's been three years since I lost Heather, also to cancer. I can tell you that you will get through to the other side. It will be painful, but you will get there. You are fortunate to have had so many good years together.
Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: siabeid on May 30, 2022, 05:13:20 PM
I remember speaking with Gail at several Guzzi events over the years in WA and OR. What a nice lady. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I hate cancer! Yesterday was the 18th anniversary of my first wife, Deirdre's, death to cancer. Always a sad time. We were together for 28 years. Things will get better in time for you, and Gail's  spirit will remain.  Even though I am remarried to a wonderful woman now, I still feel Deirdre's presence every day, and am grateful for the time that we had together. I wish you well in the coming months and may peace be with you.
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Post by: Luap McKeever on May 30, 2022, 06:46:11 PM
Sorry Bill. Always enjoyed visiting with the both of you. I cannot imagine what you're going through. The memories are priceless. If there's anything the WG crowd can do, by all means let us know.
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Post by: Dharma Bum on May 31, 2022, 09:56:57 AM
Condolences from Colorado.
Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: travelingbyguzzi on June 01, 2022, 08:41:30 AM
Well, y'all...dammit. Thanks for the sentiment. It really is very helpful.
G loved the Guzzi group; she liked the rallies and the travel, probably the travel more than the rallies, but it was part of the package.
I am retiring at the end of September and will be splitting my time between Seattle and Arkansas, at least for a couple years. I intend to have a larger presence at the MidWest events beginning in '23.

Bill Lovelady         IS
Eskimo Spy
Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: motocruz on June 10, 2022, 11:01:45 PM
Sorry to hear Bill. Always liked spending time with her at the rally’s. She was always a positive person and a joy to be around. You were and are blessed. We’ll share a beer and reminisce somewhere/sometime this year.
Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: Iron Cross Junction on June 11, 2022, 06:05:57 AM
This one really hurts. My wife, Gail, aka Cookie, lost a 5-year struggle with cancer in early May.
We were married  22 years. Motorbike traveling cohorts for 24.
Never a pilot always a passenger; don’t you dare say she wasn’t a rider. She rode with me to Nationals in CA(2), IA(2), OR(2), WV, NM, CO & WA.
We went to Italy, TX.
We went to Luap’s thing in SW MO twice, Cedarvale twice, Mokan and Illinois.
Probably a 100 Washington, Oregon, Nevada and NorCal events.
If any of you remember a small woman from Washington, that was her.
Irreplaceable.
(https://i.ibb.co/gr6FbRW/43-EEEE14-F575-4879-984-A-3624-FE15-F9-B7.png) (https://ibb.co/gr6FbRW)

(https://i.ibb.co/M5pF7qQ/56-ABFE8-C-5-E75-454-E-A40-C-579-F31-B45035.png) (https://ibb.co/M5pF7qQ)

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Thanks to motocruz, Bill, for bumping yours to the top as I had been traveling and missed it when you first posted and wildguzzisti tried to console you at this inconsolable time. 

Many others here simply cannot respond — though they, too, grieve with you — because they understandably find the thought of losing their life companion so painful that they cannot put into words their own feelings lest they contemplate that inevitable event in their own lives.

We did not have the honor of knowing you two personally, though we may have met or at least been present at some of those rallies you mentioned.  Kathi and I also just used your tragedy to talk about the reality of that in our own lives.  We naturally want that inescapable day to be years away. 

Until we all join our loved ones again, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Mine are always a bit lame; Kathi's are powerful.

Finally, your post confirms your travelingbyguzzi sig line, as you, Bill, are enduring with grace this crisis with courage and grace.  As a result, you and we all know that your "Cookie" will always be with you. 

Bill & Kathi Hagan

P.S. I quoted your post with its pix so that other "Second Pagers" can see Gail.

Title: Re: Pacific Northwest loses another.
Post by: Tkelly on June 11, 2022, 07:41:31 AM
Very sad news,wish I had the right words.
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Post by: Chuck in Indiana on June 11, 2022, 07:05:28 PM
Very sad news,wish I had the right words.

Really, Tom.. there aren't any. Life goes on, and this, too, shall pass. Bill will get through this as Cookie would have wanted.
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Post by: davedel44 on June 23, 2022, 12:13:35 PM

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I

Happier Times at Cedar Vale. KS

I'm so sorry Bill.



Dave
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Post by: Tom on June 23, 2022, 03:07:11 PM
Aloha!  I stumbled across this thread.  Sorry to hear the news.  It always nice to see you two on the Mainland at different Nationals and also when you came out here to the Big Island.