Author Topic: Mike Harper (Read 3042 times)

life member · « **on:** October 02, 2021, 11:43:40 AM »

How is Mike doing? I hope he is doing good. Phil Hendricks

kindoy2 · « **Reply #1 on:** October 02, 2021, 01:23:44 PM »

I talked to him on the phone for quite some time about 3 weeks ago...He was in Good spirits.

jrt · « **Reply #2 on:** October 02, 2021, 08:47:46 PM »

What's going on with Mike Harper? I've heard nothing....

Curtis Harper · « **Reply #3 on:** October 04, 2021, 11:47:13 AM »

For the past couple years, Mike's condition has been deteriorating slowly. Starting with Prostate cancer, has moved into his bones and has been bed ridden for the last year or so. Spirits are good, mental capacity is still good but he tires out fairly quick. He has basically retired, still answers the phone if I can't get to it since the phone goes to the house too. He has spent the last 50 years working with Moto Guzzi motorcycles and people. We're tryin like hell to keep it going. He is 82.

DougG · « **Reply #4 on:** October 04, 2021, 12:02:31 PM »

Hello Curtis, 10-4-21

That's sad news. The best of luck to both Mike and you.

Be well, stay well,
DougG

egschade · « **Reply #5 on:** October 04, 2021, 12:56:41 PM »

Curtis, thanks for the update on Mike. Sorry to hear he's declining. My father is in a similar, losing battle with prostate cancer. Hang in there...

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #6 on:** October 04, 2021, 01:23:28 PM »

Quote from: Curtis Harper on October 04, 2021, 11:47:13 AM

For the past couple years, Mike's condition has been deteriorating slowly. Starting with Prostate cancer, has moved into his bones and has been bed ridden for the last year or so. Spirits are good, mental capacity is still good but he tires out fairly quick. He has basically retired, still answers the phone if I can't get to it since the phone goes to the house too. He has spent the last 50 years working with Moto Guzzi motorcycles and people. We're tryin like hell to keep it going. He is 82.

God bless yoou, your father, and your family. There is a whole Guzzi Community praying for peace and strength through a tough time like this, thanks for the update and we're all sending love and good vibes Curtis.

80CX100 · « **Reply #7 on:** October 04, 2021, 02:08:08 PM »

Thanks very much for sharing that Curtis, you're not alone.

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tom · « **Reply #8 on:** October 04, 2021, 02:14:54 PM »

Aloha from Hawaii!

Sorry to hear this. Have some good memories hanging out with you & your family.

Ncdan · « **Reply #9 on:** October 04, 2021, 03:24:31 PM »

Thanks Curt, thoughts and prayers coming your way.

Guzzi Gal · « **Reply #10 on:** October 04, 2021, 04:27:21 PM »

Quote from: vintagehoarder on October 04, 2021, 01:23:28 PM

God bless you, your father, and your family. There is a whole Guzzi Community praying for peace and strength through a tough time like this, thanks for the update and we're all sending love and good vibes Curtis.

I couldn't have said it better. Hang in there, and don't forget to enjoy what time has to give.

Motormike · « **Reply #11 on:** October 04, 2021, 06:24:13 PM »

Glad you are there to carry the ball, Curtis. Best wishes for you, your family and Mike.

mtiberio · « **Reply #12 on:** October 05, 2021, 05:33:42 AM »

A true friend of Guzzi, I hope his remaining time on earth is pleasant.

inditx · « **Reply #13 on:** October 05, 2021, 03:16:37 PM »

Quote from: vintagehoarder on October 04, 2021, 01:23:28 PM

God bless yoou, your father, and your family. There is a whole Guzzi Community praying for peace and strength through a tough time like this, thanks for the update and we're all sending love and good vibes Curtis.

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LowRyter · « **Reply #14 on:** October 05, 2021, 07:56:17 PM »

Best to Mike and all the Harper's!

life member · « **Reply #15 on:** October 06, 2021, 07:19:25 PM »

Mike I remember your family at the Guzzi Rallys with your big trailer loaded with Guzzi's. Those were the good times. I thank God for my memories. Take care and thanks to everyone that has answered my inquiry. Phil

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #16 on:** October 07, 2021, 05:21:10 PM »

Hey Curtis, It would be nice to see a comment from Mike's infinite amount of stored wisdom. Like, don't take any wooden nickels, or instruction on the Guzzi V twin firing order or how to adjust a clutch cable on a V11 Scura. He's been a great source of wisdom to me over the last 25-30 years!

Canuck750 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 07, 2021, 07:14:34 PM »

Thanks for the update Curtis. I will never forget the couple times Mike called me to help with a problem I had posted regarding my Eldorado or V7 sport builds back in 2012 and 2013. Mikes diagnosis and advice made all the difference, rare to have someone reach out to a stranger, one word, kindness!
I hope you are doing OK Mike.

Curtis Harper · « **Reply #18 on:** October 08, 2021, 11:06:24 AM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on October 07, 2021, 05:21:10 PM

Hey Curtis, It would be nice to see a comment from Mike's infinite amount of stored wisdom. Like, don't take any wooden nickels, or instruction on the Guzzi V twin firing order or how to adjust a clutch cable on a V11 Scura. He's been a great source of wisdom to me over the last 25-30 years!

Only one I remember is "Get your ass back to work"

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Author Topic: Mike Harper (Read 3042 times)