Stan Walker Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Some of you may remember my wife Jan, she attended the first UN, several Death Valley Days, and numerous Torreys. She has been suffering from declining health for the last several years and passed away this last Saturday, the 1st of March. She was a sweet lady, far nicer than me. I was lucky to have her. She will be missed, leaving behind myself, 3 sons, and 2 grandchildren. She started riding fairly late in life, she was 51 years old at the time. During her all too brief riding career she rode both an F650 Funduro, her first bike, and later she acquired my ’96 R1100RT. Between the two bikes she rode a grand total of about 50,000 miles. Stan Link to comment
Kathy R Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Oh Stan, I am so very sorry for your enormous loss, but thank you for sharing it with us. You and Jan are long time family here. Sending you warm hugs of comfort and support. Link to comment
Stan Walker Posted March 8, 2014 Author Share Posted March 8, 2014 Thanks Kathy. Stan Link to comment
sardineone Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Stan, sorry to hear of your loss. Great to hear you have the sons and especially the grandchildren. Hope you get to spend some time with the young ones! No better therapy than grandkids. Link to comment
EffBee Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Oh, Stan. You've been a member here for a very long time and you've spoken so lovingly of Jan that it's hard to accept she's gone. My sincerest condolences to you and your family for your loss. I hope, somehow, that the miles you two shared together enrich your memories of the blessed years you had with her, until you can both ride together again. Link to comment
Scarecrow Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Stan, My sincere condolences. I think we met at a Torrey gathering many years ago. There's not much to say at times like this other than sending my thoughts to you and your family. Take care, Link to comment
Mrs. Caddis Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your lovely wife and riding partner. Link to comment
Alfred02 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 My condolences Stan. Loosing a loved one is the hardest part we have got to go through in life. Hoping for you that sunny days are just around the corner and you are left with fond memories only. Link to comment
Selden Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Stan, I'm sorry to hear that. My wife and I are closing in on 45 years of marriage, and whichever of us goes first, the other is going to have a tough time. Having 3 sons and 2 grandchildren is a great asset in a difficult time like this. Link to comment
Joe Frickin' Friday Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Stan, sorry for your loss. Link to comment
Jake Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 So very sorry to hear of Jan's passing, Stan. Sending peace to you and your family. Link to comment
KTM Doug Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan, so sorry to hear of Jan's passing. May she RIP. Link to comment
tallman Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan, We are sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the memories. To share a great love is truly a blessing. Link to comment
MT Wallet Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Losing a spouse is painful experience and the loneness is tough. Please lean on your friends and family to get you through the grief. Time heals. Link to comment
MikeRC Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan: Linda and I remember meeting you and Jan up in Banff years ago. I think you were still living in Colorado at the time. Our condolences. You and your children and grandchildren are in our thoughts. Mike Cassidy Link to comment
barryNmarin Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan, I'm so sorry you've lost Jan after all these years of companionship and love. I am deeply touched that you shared this with all of us. Our prayers are with you and your family. Link to comment
Bud Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 So sorry to hear the news. May the good memories you shared together give you comfort. Link to comment
Ron_B Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Stan, I do remember Jan from Un#1 in Gunnison, as well as a few other events. She seemed like a sweet lady. Please accept my deepest condolences. I dug through the pictures of Gunn1, and found this pic of you and Jan. (taken by Brant Herbert, I think) Link to comment
John in VA Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 No words... All the best, Stan. Link to comment
Twisties Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Sorry to hear. You are in our thoughts. Link to comment
LBump Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 I sorry for your loss Stan. My condolences to you and your family Link to comment
Paul In Australia Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Very sad news. My thoughts are with you Stan Link to comment
Tank Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Ahhh Stan, Sorry to read this, it ain't easy, but thank you for sharing this with us .Your family are in my thoughts Link to comment
hANNAbONE Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 oH sTAN, so very sorry to hear this. I wish I had words to convey the sorrow. I thank you for sharing this sad news with us. I will pray for you and the remaining family and for the repose of Jan's soul. Pax Christi' hANNAbONE Link to comment
gottago Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Dear Stan, Gar and I are so sorry for your loss. Jan has a beautiful smile and looks very happy in the photo. Obviously you were part of the reason. Wishing you and your family peace. Link to comment
Bullett Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I'm sad to hear about Jan. Sorry for your loss, Stan. Link to comment
doc47 Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Thinking of you and the great asset you've been to this board over the years. You've always been a voice of knowledge, moderation, help, and friendship. I think we all share in your loss. Link to comment
texasaggie97 Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Sorry Stan. I want you to know I will be keeping you and your family in my prayers. Blessings Link to comment
Brant Herbert Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 So sorry to hear. My condolences, Stan. Link to comment
Pilgrim Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 That's an unimaginable loss, Stan. I'm sorry. God bless you all. Kent Link to comment
russell_bynum Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Sorry Stan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Link to comment
TyTass Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 So sorry for your loss, Stan. My thoughts are with you. Link to comment
Firefight911 Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Sorry for your loss Stan. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you as you move through this time. Link to comment
ESokoloff Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 So sorry for your loss Stan. Link to comment
hopz Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Terrible news, but thank you so much for sharing. Torrey will be sad. Link to comment
Polo Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Stan, my sincere condolences. It's the path. Link to comment
drswift Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Stan: So sorry for you loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family. Link to comment
beemerman2k Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 I am so sorry, Stan. Please stay knitted together with this community. May you find peace and encouragement here. Link to comment
Stan Walker Posted March 11, 2014 Author Share Posted March 11, 2014 I would like to give a BIG thank you to everyone who has so kindly posted to this thread. Thank You so very much! In the years to come I am sure I will re-read it many times. Riding was a part of Jan's life that she truly enjoyed a lot. As do I. Perhaps someday, somewhere, we will ride together again. Stan Link to comment
marcopolo Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 My sincerest condolences, Stan. Link to comment
Carnadero Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 The loss of someone near and dear to your heart is a difficult thing to come to terms with. I grieve with you. Link to comment
Shaman97 Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 My heartfelt condolences, Stan. Link to comment
SteveHebert Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Stan, I hope peace and comfort find their way to you and your family in this very difficult time. Thinking about and praying for you, Link to comment
Over Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Thoughts are with you from across the pond. Link to comment
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