Topic: Roger's Final Journey (Read 6928 times)

rlsbiker · « **on:** February 22, 2009, 10:21:58 AM »

My dearest husband Roger (RLSBIKER) has taken his last ride - straight to heaven. Roger was diagnosed with esophageal cancer Stage IVb on 1/10/08. He passed away quietly and peacefully in our home on 2/17/09. Services are today and many of his fellow bikers will honor him with one last ride to bring his ashes home for me. Roger truly loved his 3 CVOs and riding them was his greatest pleasure in life. He rode 14000 miles in the last year and every one was special. I'll miss him terribly, but know that he is now waiting for all of us in heaven.
Marianne Summers
Reading PA

Fired00d · « **Reply #1 on:** February 22, 2009, 10:25:57 AM »

I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. May Roger rest in peace and forever have the wind in his face as he rides w/the angels.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #2 on:** February 22, 2009, 10:47:28 AM »

My condolences to you and your family on Roger's passing. I know he will be truly missed.
Mike

RedDevil · « **Reply #3 on:** February 22, 2009, 10:48:14 AM »

Marianne,
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you and your family on the loss of Roger. Have comfort in the fact that he is now riding the great highway in heaven with the wind in his face. God bless.

JoMo · « **Reply #4 on:** February 22, 2009, 11:20:01 AM »

My condolances on the passing of your Husband Roger.
May he forever ride Gods highway in heaven.

Jo Mo NYC

Twolanerider · « **Reply #5 on:** February 22, 2009, 11:54:47 AM »

Sad to read this Marianne. Very very sorry. Sounds like there are friends at hand. Enjoy them as you can right now and take some private moments to remember the best of times.

erniezap · « **Reply #6 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:12:29 PM »

I am very sorry for your loss. Remember the good times, and don't be afraid to ask for help.

Harley Guy · « **Reply #7 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:14:35 PM »

My condolences and prayers to you.

Best wishes!

mr_magoo · « **Reply #8 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:27:44 PM »

So sorry to hear my condolances to you.

sadunbar · « **Reply #9 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:39:11 PM »

My sincerest condolences to you, your family and friends, Marianne. God Bless you all...

Capo · « **Reply #10 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:56:47 PM »

Heart felt condolences on the passing of your husband. Remember his other family here if you need anything.

May he ride free!

naitram · « **Reply #11 on:** February 22, 2009, 12:59:42 PM »

sorry for your loss

RJ749 · « **Reply #12 on:** February 22, 2009, 01:13:53 PM »

Marianne, our prayers are with you and family.

It is great to know Roger got to put on so many miles riding this past year, I'm sur ethey were all special to him and you.

Ditch · « **Reply #13 on:** February 22, 2009, 01:19:32 PM »

Sorry for your loss Marianne. Find comfort in the family and friends that now surround you. Also know that Rogers is now watching over you and your family. Once again sorry for your loss. Best Wishes!

ice6900 · « **Reply #14 on:** February 22, 2009, 01:25:02 PM »

My condolances on the passing of your Husband Roger.

TazmanTyphoon · « **Reply #15 on:** February 22, 2009, 04:26:10 PM »

Marianne,
Although I am a newbie to the family and awaiting arrival of my Ultra Ruby CVO I give you my deepest condolences. What greater time spent on his CVO enjoying life the best that he knew how all the while with your life long loving partnership and sharing your faith that there is a place that is no greater where Roger is resting now. Take care and know you have a network of friends and family to help you through the grieving process

Roger will ride on....

Ultra Villa · « **Reply #16 on:** February 22, 2009, 04:42:30 PM »

My condolesenses, take solice in the knowledge he is in a better place.

Alberto

Wrongway · « **Reply #17 on:** February 22, 2009, 05:17:35 PM »

My heart is at a loss, so sorry. I relate most of my life with music, and this is a song I never like to use, but in this case it is the one that fits. The singer passed 1.5 years ago as well.
Tears have fallen for Roger all the way to California

Garznhogs · « **Reply #18 on:** February 22, 2009, 05:43:52 PM »

Marianne, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband. You and your family will be in our prayers.
God bless,
Jerry

ccr · « **Reply #19 on:** February 22, 2009, 05:48:13 PM »

Condolences sent. So glad that Roger had such a relationship with all his girls. He will be missed, by friends and family.

Buy early · « **Reply #20 on:** February 22, 2009, 06:16:55 PM »

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family! May God grant you the peace that allows you to get through this time of grieving! We will keep you in our prayers!

Keats · « **Reply #21 on:** February 22, 2009, 06:28:38 PM »

Marianne, My Sincerest of wishes go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
I am sorry for your loss.

Jeff

JR · « **Reply #22 on:** February 23, 2009, 12:32:55 AM »

May God Be With You Marianne!

You have been through quite a journey this past year and will have some tough days ahead. May God give you strength to endure and may He give you peace and wisdom in healing from your loss. Marianne, most of all may you know that you are loved! Your in my prayers, God Bless you and your family!

John

Gettinold · « **Reply #23 on:** February 23, 2009, 07:12:03 AM »

Marianne
Ive have gone back and read most of Rogers posts this morning, and one thing for sure he loved to ride. You could just feel his happiness when he was going or had been on a ride. The picture you posted tells a story that will last forever.
Helen and I are so sorry for your loss. God Bless.

Dave & Helen

amigo Jorge · « **Reply #24 on:** February 23, 2009, 08:46:41 AM »

Marianne...very sad for the loss of your husband Roger. He is in heaven riding and taking care of you and your family......

Hugh Janis · « **Reply #25 on:** February 23, 2009, 08:47:55 AM »

Marianne, heres a big cyber hug and a real tear for your loss. Thanks for thinking of us enough to let us know. God bless you and your family!
Jim

flyingwillie · « **Reply #26 on:** February 23, 2009, 09:01:23 AM »

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I remember vividly when Roger posted that picture after he got the 09. It is helpful to know he spent 14,000 miles riding during his last year.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

porthole · « **Reply #27 on:** February 23, 2009, 09:13:53 AM »

Our deepest condolences.

I have family in Reading, sorry to have missed the oppurtunity to ride with Roger.

CVOJOE · « **Reply #28 on:** February 23, 2009, 01:28:01 PM »

My sincerest condolences to you and your family, Marianne. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you, and as has already been said, if help is needed your extended CVO family is here.
Joe

09S/E roadglide · « **Reply #29 on:** February 23, 2009, 09:09:25 PM »

God bless you and your family

Janine · « **Reply #30 on:** February 23, 2009, 10:06:13 PM »

Marianne,

So very sorry to hear of your loss. It was awesome that Roger got some quality riding time. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

take care!

Jan

J-Carr · « **Reply #31 on:** February 24, 2009, 11:21:10 AM »

Our condolances to you and your family. We're not far away and shared a common interest. I wish I had the chance to know him.

Best Regards,
J-Carr

BryantH · « **Reply #32 on:** February 24, 2009, 06:17:44 PM »

Marianne,

Your note brought emotion to an almost emotionless guy (per my wife). I feel saddened and strength at the same time reading this. Saddened for your loss and I have gained strength from your resolve in posting on the forum Roger loved so much. We all have passions but very few get to enjoy them like Roger has.

I wish you all the wellness, joy and love to the highest level you can bare.

Bryant

rlsbiker · « **Reply #33 on:** March 22, 2009, 10:40:53 AM »

I want to thank everyone who posted their kind thoughts and condolences on this website with regard to Roger's passing. He had MANY friends, as was evidenced by the 550 people who came to the funeral home for his services. We had a procession of over 50 motorcycles that escorted him home for the last time. What a sight! In lieu of flowers, I had asked for donations to a local non-profit charity - the Holly Heilman Cancer Fund. We rode in their poker runs over the last few years to raise money for them, and were also the recipients of gift cards from the Fund when we found out about Roger's cancer last year. Just recently, I was updated on the total of donations made to this Fund in Roger's name - $4,350 so far. That's amazing ...
For many years, I was content to ride behind Roger on his bikes. I don't want to miss out on the wonderful times that we had with our local HOG chapter, so I've gotten a motorcycle permit (yep, at 51 years old) and will be taking the PA Rider's Course in 2 weeks. Wish me luck!
Marianne Summers
Reading PA

SE05 · « **Reply #34 on:** March 22, 2009, 10:59:14 AM »

What a tribute to your husband!!!!
I know he's sitting right there with you saying, "Way to go honey!"

Ride Proud and Safe in his Memory!

Nancy

hayman7712 · « **Reply #35 on:** March 22, 2009, 11:50:36 AM »

You have my deepest sympathy. May God be with you and may he rest in peace. Dean.

Fed68 · « **Reply #36 on:** March 22, 2009, 11:59:50 AM »

My condolences to you and your family.

911Hawk · « **Reply #37 on:** March 22, 2009, 08:30:34 PM »

My sincerest condolences to you, your family and friends.

JoMo · « **Reply #38 on:** March 22, 2009, 09:49:34 PM »

Marianne,

Good Luck. And I can't think of a better way to honour Roger then to do what you are
planning to do. Ride on girl.

Jo Mo NYC

Gettinold · « **Reply #39 on:** March 23, 2009, 05:23:02 PM »

Good luck and God bless Marianne.

Dave

ccr · « **Reply #40 on:** March 24, 2009, 01:01:21 PM »

Quote from: rlsbiker on March 22, 2009, 10:40:53 AM

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For many years, I was content to ride behind Roger on his bikes. I don't want to miss out on the wonderful times that we had with our local HOG chapter, so I've gotten a motorcycle permit (yep, at 51 years old) and will be taking the PA Rider's Course in 2 weeks. Wish me luck!
Marianne Summers
Reading PA

Over the years, unfortunately, we have had our fellow riders loose the loved ones that brought them to the riding gatherings with friends. Some have found their niche to stay involved, on or off a bike. Many have moved on with their lives with no bikes in it, some have found partners left behind in the group to buddy up with, and a few have taken on the prospect of riding their own. For one who has been left in the bike riding community, may I commend you for taking on this giant leap of faith. Good Luck,? Most assuredly!

May you feel the smile of your Roger on you for all your rides.
I just know it will be there with you.
Remember learning is easy when taken in small doses. Take your time.

rlsbiker · « **Reply #41 on:** April 18, 2009, 02:08:11 PM »

Update ... this is Marianne, Roger's wife. Last post, I let everyone know that I had gotten a motorcycle permit. Well, took the PA Basic Rider's class and passed! I now have a motorcycle license. Roger is probably up there laughing his a$$ off. Going to start out on a small non-Harley (sorry ...). Once I get comfortable with riding, I'll upgrade to a Harley. Roger's two CVOs are way to much for me, so I sold the '09 to the local dealership where we bought it and sold the '05 to Roger's best buddy Chuck. I know Roger would be pleased about that.
Ride safe everyone,
Marianne

Wrongway · « **Reply #42 on:** April 18, 2009, 02:41:49 PM »

Ride safe and look to he sky when safe to remember Roger. Smile at the memories you two shared. Please stay safe and hope we meet someday. Dave

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #43 on:** April 18, 2009, 05:41:09 PM »

Marianne,
Roger would be proud of your accomplishment. Ride at your own comfort level and move up when you are ready.
Best of luck and Ride Safe!
Mike

RidinRuby · « **Reply #44 on:** April 18, 2009, 05:56:12 PM »

Now that is just AWESOME

Way to Go

Gettinold · « **Reply #45 on:** April 18, 2009, 10:18:39 PM »

Hi Marianne
Congratulations on your getting your cycle endorsement and your first bike what ever it is.

JoMo · « **Reply #46 on:** April 18, 2009, 10:55:38 PM »

Marianne,

I think it's grate that you got your M C endorsement. Now get that bike and get out and ride, ride, ride.
Looking forward to seeing you down the road, ride safe. In honour of Roger.

Jo Mo NYC

Webb · « **Reply #47 on:** April 19, 2009, 08:21:54 PM »

My condolances on his passing.

TheVgirl · « **Reply #48 on:** April 19, 2009, 08:32:39 PM »

Congratulations! Way to go! I can't think of a better way to remember Roger. Keep us posted!

V

SMOKIN' JACKET · « **Reply #49 on:** April 20, 2009, 01:19:40 AM »

Hi Marianne,

I am sorry for your loss. It sounds like the two of you had a lot of fun together. I don't want to detract from the original purpose of this thread, but I started riding at 50. It is more than I ever expected. If you want to start a new thread, I'm sure we all have a lot of encouragement for you. This is a wonderful sport.

Marie

cremebrulee · « **Reply #50 on:** May 11, 2009, 10:15:56 PM »

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I am so proud of you getting your permit and on the way to riding with the wind in your face and Roger at your back protecting you. I am so certain he is smiling ear to ear knowing you have the same love of riding as he did and he will be your guardian angel on all of your rides and all of your days.

Trey767 · « **Reply #51 on:** May 17, 2009, 07:34:05 AM »

Marianne, I know I never knew Roger but 23rd I'm picking up my first CVO 09 ruby red I, and I would just come on-line read the CVO forum. I would remember Roger and think to myself, wow he has 2 CVO's wow. It sounds like he was living life, you just don't know how precious life is and the ones you love, my deepest condolences to you and your family.

God bless

rlsbiker · « **Reply #52 on:** May 17, 2009, 07:40:47 AM »

Trey767,
Actually, Roger had 3 CVOs - traded the 07 to get the 09. He truly loved riding and his bikes. He put 14,000 miles on them from 1/08 til 11/08, doing chemo the entire time. I have sold the 05 to one of Roger's best friends, so I get to see the bike quite often. Our local Harley dealer bought the 09 from me.
I love the 09 SE Ultra in red! You enjoy that bike to the max,
Marianne

spydglide · « **Reply #53 on:** May 17, 2009, 08:29:42 AM »

Marianne, thanks for keeping us posted on your riding progress. I know you miss Roger and this is a great way to share his passion. spyder

rlsbiker · « **Reply #54 on:** May 17, 2009, 09:30:02 AM »

Update:
I now own a 2005 Honda Shadow 600! Once I'm comfortable with riding, I'll work on moving up to a Harley. I still can't believe I'm licensed and own a motorcycle. Roger's surely smiling about that,
Marianne

Ditch · « **Reply #55 on:** May 17, 2009, 10:13:11 AM »

Congratulations Marianne!!!! I'm sure Roger is looking down and traveling right along with you! Enjoy the wind in your face and keep us posted. Be safe and enjoy!!!!!

MIKEYTEE · « **Reply #56 on:** May 17, 2009, 11:39:50 AM »

Marianne,
Congratulations on you newly acquired freedom!
Take your time developing your skills, and move up when you are ready.
Rodger would be proud and will be with you as you ride.
Ride safe and long!
Mike

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