A Veteran passed today!

[Sonar Chief]

It is with a heavy heart that I start this thread but seeing as how I am not a member of any other social media I thought I might remember my brother David Avery a US Navy Veteran and fellow hotrodder, David passed this morning in his sleep.

My brother was a generous man who would help anyone in need and then fix their car! He was a loyal blue oval guy and sadly he left his 32 roadster project unfinished. He was telling me a couple weeks ago that he just got his heads back for the 289 and he was so proud of them. His chassis just got detailed and painted and would be mated to the pearl white body (w/ blue flames) .... he was proud of that too.

I can remember his first apt, he had his recently built 351 Cleveland in his living room .... that was the center of attention/ coffee table and mom teased him for his interior decorating style! He put that engine in a 72 Maverick and raced it locally and had a blast with that primed car, it's still sitting in his backyard ... he was proud of that car too.

Fair winds and following seas David .... I will miss teasing you about your Fords.

Michael

[GregWeld]

Wow! Sorry to hear of your loss.... No words can give comfort. I know this from personal experience.

Your post painted a great picture of a great guy for those of us that never were fortunate enough to have crossed his path.

My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

[glassman]

I am sorry to hear this. May God give you and your family peace at this difficult time.

[coolwelder62]

Sorry to hear of the passing of your friend.But more over an American Hero in my Book.As I feel any american who step's up and sign's a blank check for the American people to cash.Back with the price of a life is and will alway's be a true Hero.May God Bless & keep him in peace now.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Godspeed David with the wind at your back!

[intocarss]

So sorry for your loss, he sounds like a great guy. RIP Dave

[califconstruct]

Sorry for your loss!. Tough one to swallow. Be strong. Condolences to the family.

[FETorino]

Condolences.

Be strong, keep moving forward and enjoy your time on earth; that is the best way to honor him.

Every time a gremlin pops up in that Camaro, it's probably him screwing with you.

[Sieg]

Michael - Sincere condolences.

[Streetking]

Sorry to hear, stay strong..Condolences.

[1lez]

Sorry for you loss. Thanks for sharing. Namaste

[DOOM]

Sorry for your loss David...

[Sonar Chief]

Wow! Sorry to hear of your loss.... No words can give comfort. I know this from personal experience.

Your post painted a great picture of a great guy for those of us that never were fortunate enough to have crossed his path.

My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Thanks Greg, David would have fit right in with any of yous guys.

I am sorry to hear this. May God give you and your family peace at this difficult time.

Thank you.

Sorry to hear of the passing of your friend.But more over an American Hero in my Book.As I feel any american who step's up and sign's a blank check for the American people to cash.Back with the price of a life is and will alway's be a true Hero.May God Bless & keep him in peace now.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thanks Scott.

Godspeed David with the wind at your back!

Thank you Ron.

So sorry for your loss, he sounds like a great guy. RIP Dave

David is a great guy .... he's in Ford heaven, if there is such a thing.

Sorry for your loss!. Tough one to swallow. Be strong. Condolences to the family.

Thank you.

Condolences.

Be strong, keep moving forward and enjoy your time on earth; that is the best way to honor him.

Every time a gremlin pops up in that Camaro, it's probably him screwing with you.

Thanks, you are probably right ... he would love to mess with my Camaro!

Michael - Sincere condolences.

Thanks Sieg .... that means alot.

Sorry to hear, stay strong..Condolences.

Thanks .... this helps some.

Sorry for you loss. Thanks for sharing. Namaste

Thanks for your thoughts .... being a social introvert, this is all I have to read!

Sorry for your loss David...

Thanks to all who would put pen to paper for someone you have never met, that means a lot to me. I woke up this morning .... so one day at a time.

I should get out and get some therapy on my Camaro here real soon .... that's what David would have wanted!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Michael,

My condolences to you on your brothers passing...

[Spiffav8]

I am so sorry to hear about your lose. He sounds like an amazing guy.

If there is anything I can do to support you and your family during this trying period, please ask.

[Todd in vancouver]

So sorry for your loss, it's especially hard when we lose the good guys and you described a really great guy.

[Roberts68]

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. GW really said it well and I could echo so many others as well.

I never had a real brother, but felt pretty close to quite a few over the years... still, I envy the bond and the rivalry you shared. As for the Ford thing, I've learned to accept the fact I am a pretty nondenominational car guy. I love 'em all, just some more than others and like anything in life sometimes there is just something about one or the other that captures our eye, or our heart.

Boy, your parents gave our Country two wonderful Servicemen huh? That's appreciated Chief!:thumbsup:

You are right, when you can collect the time, rub some of that grief into that Camaro and carry your Brother in your heart always.

God Bless your family as you mourn his journey home.

Robert

[Shmoov69]

I'm sorry to hear man. Keep your chin up and remember his life by honoring him regularly.

[Sonar Chief]

Michael,

My condolences to you on your brothers passing...

Thanks for the thoughts.

I am so sorry to hear about your lose. He sounds like an amazing guy.

If there is anything I can do to support you and your family during this trying period, please ask.

Thank you ... he was an amazing guy.

So sorry for your loss, it's especially hard when we lose the good guys and you described a really great guy.

Thanks Todd.

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. GW really said it well and I could echo so many others as well.

I never had a real brother, but felt pretty close to quite a few over the years... still, I envy the bond and the rivalry you shared. As for the Ford thing, I've learned to accept the fact I am a pretty nondenominational car guy. I love 'em all, just some more than others and like anything in life sometimes there is just something about one or the other that captures our eye, or our heart.

Boy, your parents gave our Country two wonderful Servicemen huh? That's appreciated Chief!:thumbsup:

You are right, when you can collect the time, rub some of that grief into that Camaro and carry your Brother in your heart always.

God Bless your family as you mourn his journey home.

Robert

Robert ... thank you, my sister is also a Veteran of the US Navy.

If the weather is good I'll go and work on the Camaro and picture David helping.

I'm sorry to hear man. Keep your chin up and remember his life by honoring him regularly.

Many thanks ....

[RussMurco]

Fair winds and following seas, David...:patriot:

[Steve Chryssos]

Sorry for your loss...

[waynieZ]

Michael Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I know how painful it can be and will keep your brother and your family in my prayers.
May David rest in peace.

[Sonar Chief]

Fair winds and following seas, David...:patriot:

Thank you ... he'd appreciate the thought.

Sorry for your loss...

Thank you!

Michael Sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I know how painful it can be and will keep your brother and your family in my prayers.
May David rest in peace.

Wayne, thanks for your prayers, it means alot.

Michael

[tones2SS]

Sorry to hear of your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

[frankv11]

As others have mentioned , you painted a pretty clear picture of who and how he was , sounds like the type of person everyone would be lucky to have known. may he rest in peace and thank you both for your service.

[Sonar Chief]

Sorry to hear of your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and your family.

Thank you for your thoughts ... I will pass them on.

As others have mentioned , you painted a pretty clear picture of who and how he was , sounds like the type of person everyone would be lucky to have known. may he rest in peace and thank you both for your service.

Thank you for the compliments ... David would appreciate all those who have chimed in to say good bye.

Thank you
Michael

[Ron Fox]

Michael, sorry to hear about your brother. Sounds like David was a great guy. It will be 2 years this Friday since my brother passed. I know it's difficult. He is watching down on you and remember one day you will see him again. If you can, complete his '32 Roadster in his memory. I have dedicated my '69 Firebird build to my brother (and father). Keep your head up and when you see odd things in your everyday life just remember it's him.

GOD Bless!

[CarlC]

My condolences, and I agree with Ron. Your brother will smile down on his finished car. It's what kept his spirits up when he was with us, and what will help keep it alive in the future. It's good therapy too.

[Sonar Chief]

Michael, sorry to hear about your brother. Sounds like David was a great guy. It will be 2 years this Friday since my brother passed. I know it's difficult. He is watching down on you and remember one day you will see him again. If you can, complete his '32 Roadster in his memory. I have dedicated my '69 Firebird build to my brother (and father). Keep your head up and when you see odd things in your everyday life just remember it's him.

GOD Bless!

My condolences, and I agree with Ron. Your brother will smile down on his finished car. It's what kept his spirits up when he was with us, and what will help keep it alive in the future. It's good therapy too.

Thank you for the condolences .... I'll pass them on. I wished I could finish the 32 but all I have is a one car garage with my camaro and everything else is in here. I think the body shop that did the body and paint work may buy it and finish putting it back together... we'll see.

Thanks again ....