Author Topic: Sad News... Matt Vacher (dilligaf on WildGuzzi) has passed... (Read 14145 times)

Adk.IBO · « **Reply #30 on:** September 21, 2015, 06:15:32 AM »

Condolences to loved ones.. Very sincerely, John

Carlo DeSantis · « **Reply #31 on:** September 21, 2015, 07:41:48 AM »

Though I never met Matt, I am saddened and lessened by his passing. People like Matt built the motorcycling community that I have enjoyed for the past 30 years. I owe him and others like him a great debt that I can never repay.

Godspeed, Matt.

Peace to his family.

Let's be sure to carry on his great legacy.

Best,

Carlo

GuzziPilot · « **Reply #32 on:** September 21, 2015, 08:48:34 AM »

Never got chance to meet Matt, wish I had, I'm sure I'd be better off for it. I wish his family the very best, and am sad for their loss, but glad he isn't suffering.

hooah54 · « **Reply #33 on:** September 21, 2015, 09:18:28 AM »

That is such sad news. I had just visited with Matt and Marion a few weeks ago and was planning on makeing another trip this month before he and Marion went to "Apple Butter". They were so proud of the van and were making plans to travel to different rallys. Matt was a true rennaissance man, from motorcycles to sailboats he could keep you entertained with his stories. We were not acquainted very long but he made an impact on my life. Anchors Aweigh, Chief...smooth sailing. steve

Dharma Bum · « **Reply #34 on:** September 21, 2015, 10:00:06 AM »

I never met Matt, but he was a tireless advocate for the sport of motorcycling. He will be missed.

Dilliw · « **Reply #35 on:** September 21, 2015, 10:24:20 AM »

I met Matt at Two Wheels Only back in the spring of 2007 and saw him regularly at various rallies and hangouts around here. Matt always had a good word to say and I enjoyed sharing many camp fires and stories with him. From this fellow South Carolinian rest in peace and condolences to his family.

Stevex · « **Reply #36 on:** September 21, 2015, 02:51:36 PM »

ChuckH · « **Reply #37 on:** September 21, 2015, 03:04:32 PM »

I met Matt the first time at the '14 Virginia Rally at Willville. He tried to explain his wood burning stove to me. I never did get it. The next, and last time, I saw him was at the '14 Swampscooter's Rally. He and Marian made a pot of their special gumbo. Great stuff!!

As I recall, Matt was a sub sailor during his time in the Navy. Most of the time he was on diesel powered equipment and liked them more than the nuclear powered vessels that are currently in service.

Nice man. R.I.P. Matt. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family as they grieve his loss.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #38 on:** September 21, 2015, 03:14:46 PM »

I see a name for the next South Carolina rally . Seems appropriate .

Dusty

hooah54 · « **Reply #39 on:** September 21, 2015, 05:30:48 PM »

I like it Mr. 54

Dean Rose · « **Reply #40 on:** September 21, 2015, 06:04:13 PM »

Never met the Gentleman, but I could only wish that I was as well thought of as he was.

RIP Matt.

Dean

steveford · « **Reply #41 on:** September 21, 2015, 07:36:44 PM »

I'm so saddened to hear of Matt's passing. I first met Matt when he was on his way back from his trip to Alaska. He stopped into the Deep Forest Camp Out and spent the weekend, and it was wonderful getting to know him. I got to know Matt further at the last couple of Swamp Scooter Rallys that I attended, and even had the pleasure of meeting and getting to ride with he and Marion. At the last rally he became a member of our Couillon Cycliers club, as he had ridden in both the Northwest and Louisiana with fellow Couillon's. What a great guy, and I feel so blessed to have met Matt & Marion. My condolences go out to Marion and the rest of Matt's family. We have lost a great Guzzi friend and I'm wishing you many great rides until we meet again fellow Couillon.

Here's a picture of Marion, Matt, and myself on a ride out of the Swamp Scooters Rally. RIP my friend.

dilligaf · « **Reply #42 on:** September 21, 2015, 08:06:01 PM »

From 11 to 1 on Thursday 9/24/2015 there will be a viewing, at 1 there will be a service. No burial. Mom and I have enjoyed the pics & posts. Oh, at Parks funeral home 130 w. 1st n. st. Summerville SC Matthew

Ambogal · « **Reply #43 on:** September 21, 2015, 09:18:41 PM »

Matthew

Is there any address that we can mail cards to? Even an on-line address would be appreciated.

Texas Turnip · « **Reply #44 on:** September 22, 2015, 06:32:12 AM »

What a shame to lose such a fine gentleman, yet Whitey Bulger and Charles Manson will live forever. Doesn't seem right

RIP

Ken

dilligaf · « **Reply #45 on:** September 22, 2015, 08:15:23 AM »

Grandma said cards can be sent to the house. The address is: 217 Lake Moultrie Drive, Bonneau SC 29431. If anyone wishes to send flowers she request instead of flowers that a donation be sent to the ALS research foundation. Rebecca

Bill Hagan · « **Reply #46 on:** September 22, 2015, 08:42:59 AM »

Met Matt once in person, at a Georgia campout a few years ago. He, Kathi, and I "got lost" near Clayton and had a fine time taking all sorts of right and wrong roads back to Suches.

His "dolphins" will impress St. Peter, too.

A good man. A very good man. We will miss him.

======

Lord God, our power evermore,
Whose arm doth reach the ocean floor,
Dive with our men beneath the sea;
Traverse the depths protectively.
O hear us when we pray, and keep
Them safe from peril in the deep.

David Miller; 1965

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Requiescat in pace, Matt.

Bill & Kathi

dilligaf · « **Reply #47 on:** September 22, 2015, 08:47:59 AM »

Hi. My dad (Matthew) put the wrong date for the viewing and service. The correct date is Thursday 9/24.
-Amanda (Matt's Granddaughter)

Bill929 · « **Reply #48 on:** September 22, 2015, 09:09:43 AM »

Very sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I knew Matt from rallies and always enjoyed chatting with him. He will be dearly missed.

guzzisteve · « **Reply #49 on:** September 22, 2015, 07:16:15 PM »

Just noticed the Sticky, very sad. I did have the chance to meet him, he had broken a clutch cable in GA and borrowed one to get home from a coworker at Riders Hill were I worked.
Condolences & prayers for his family.

johnr · « **Reply #50 on:** September 22, 2015, 08:32:10 PM »

Quote from: Muzz on September 21, 2015, 05:20:00 AM

I too am one who never met Matt but enjoyed reading his posts. I live on the other side of the globe but still feel as it were, part of a Guzzi family, so it is with some sadness that I learn of his passing. My condolences to all the family.

:1:

By all accounts he was a man who lived life to the full. This is a great thing, as experience is the only thing we pack in our bag when we finally leave.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #51 on:** September 22, 2015, 08:46:34 PM »

Quote from: johnr on September 22, 2015, 08:32:10 PM

:1:

By all accounts he was a man who lived life to the full. This is a great thing, as experience is the only thing we pack in our bag when we finally leave.

Damn John , that is beautiful

Matt would agree .

Dusty

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #52 on:** September 23, 2015, 05:36:47 AM »

Shoulda took the SP.

Tailwinds and blue skys, Matt.. Ride in Peace.

nick949 · « **Reply #53 on:** September 23, 2015, 06:48:17 AM »

I had the pleasure of meeting Matt very briefly at the national in Lavigne a couple of years ago. The memory stayed with me and I always read his many interesting and kind posts and responses on this forum. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and friends.

Nick

brlawson · « **Reply #54 on:** September 23, 2015, 08:04:49 AM »

Sad news indeed,

Met the Vacher's at several Rallies. Great folks to be sure.

Matt was a great story teller and had many to tell. Enjoyed hanging out with them at what was the last Swampscooter Rally. Will definitely miss you guys.

RIP Dilligaf

BillinPA · « **Reply #55 on:** September 23, 2015, 01:18:37 PM »

My condolences to his family and friends. I never met the man, however enjoyed and respected his posts here. Godspeed Matt.

Ambogal · « **Reply #56 on:** September 23, 2015, 01:59:33 PM »

I just got a phone call from a friend of Matt and Marion. She is overwhelmed at the posts regarding Matt. I think they're
giving her a little bit of peace during this hardship. I wish we could do more for her.

Dilliw · « **Reply #57 on:** September 24, 2015, 10:04:02 AM »

Quote from: Ambogal on September 23, 2015, 01:59:33 PM

I just got a phone call from a friend of Matt and Marion. She is overwhelmed at the posts regarding Matt. I think they're
giving her a little bit of peace during this hardship. I wish we could do more for her.

I believe I have him in some pictures from past rallies and will look when I get home. Maybe others could search through their hard drives and find some memories for his family to share like Bruce and Steve did above.

brlawson · « **Reply #58 on:** September 24, 2015, 10:34:33 AM »

A couple more from the SS rally. Did enjoy that Frogmore stew.

bigbikerrick · « **Reply #59 on:** September 24, 2015, 06:05:19 PM »

Sincere condolences to Matt's family. I never met him, but enjoyed reading his posts and could tell he was a nice person. It sounds from what I read here that he lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed every minute of it.
Godspeed,
Rick.

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