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Tony Barnhill - Discussion Thread

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I , like all of you, am heartsick. I cannot add much to what has been written, but this brings to mind something I read a while back which I will paraphrase here:

"In this crazy, chaotic, completely random universe that we live in, the most miraculous thing of all is that we ever lived to begin with."

Here's to the miracle that was Tony's life.
 
Shocked dosen't seem like enough. For once I had actually planned on making a side trip to hopefully meet Tony on my trip to Fl. in March. Was going to wait till details were firmed up as far as departure dates but it won't happen now. My family and I will have Tony and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
 
I wish Jerri a full and speedy recovery from her physical injuries and the prayer that she also heals from the emotional hurt caused by the lose of a loved one. My condolences to the whole family. I am especially saddened by the fact that young Will will be denied the joy of growing up with his grandpa. Tony loved Will very much and was so proud of him, you could hear it in the tome of his posts. God bless and comfort all of the Barnhill family.
 
Basil said:
Lastly - please drive safely and use your seat belts, even on those short trips down the street!
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Thanks for saying this Basil - in the midst of sadness, this has been on my heart also.
 
Yea, I've been guilty od the same, usually in the Midget. I figured it wouldn't make that big a difference in it.

To all those who met Tony face to face, rejoyce in the fact you have. Others like myself will never get the pleasure. I wish I had known him better. I'm doin' my best to get to know you guys. Can't drive to everyone's house, but I sure would like to. I know this is way too soon, maybe do a meet in his honor at an appropriate point in the future?
 
I just said the final goodbye to another friend, war hero and member of The Greatest Generation" yesterday. Then first thing today I find this sad news here. I only knew Tony for a relatively short time through the BCF. That was enough to know him as a true gentleman and outstanding proponent of our hobby. His contributions to gearheads everywhere will be truly missed. My prayers are for a speedy recovery for Jerri. My condolences to their family, especially that fine grandson who Tony was so proud of.
 
kellysguy said:
I know this is way too soon, maybe do a meet in his honor at an appropriate point in the future?
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Even if it's too soon, it's worth considering - thanks for the idea! I'd be willing to work on it, if anyone's interested.
 
Guys;

Just an idea, but many of us wanted to meet Tony.
Maybe we should consider stopping and meeting the great lady who stood by him all these years. I'm sure it would do her heart well to know he was so revered by this group.
And she SURE needs our support now!

Dave :grouphug:
 
Mickey Richaud said:
kellysguy said:
I know this is way too soon, maybe do a meet in his honor at an appropriate point in the future?
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Even if it's too soon, it's worth considering - thanks for the idea! I'd be willing to work on it, if anyone's interested.
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This is something we've bantered about for a long time but never really followed through with! We have the Dave Russell Award to remember Dave with, maybe it's time to put together a "Tony Barnhill" memorial meet!
 
I was thinking the same thing, maybe meet there. She's gonna need help in one way or another.
 
Start gettin' your pics and video of Tony together, sounds like we're gonna have a memorial meet !!!
 
Tony's kindness, expertise and passion for our hobby will be sorely missed. I never had the privilege of meeting him but still felt like he was a friend just by reading his posts. He was one of those special people that leaves footprint in all our lives.

Tony, thank you.
 
This picture was taken in Honduras, when Tony and Jerri went with us on a mission trip. We bought a bell for a church down there, and went down to install it. I asked Tony, as he had said he wanted to go with us sometime. I figured his contracting experience would be put to good use. Here he is, holding court with the locals on how to do it:

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A side of him you may not have known...
 
Wow, I just read this and my stomach is on the floor.

Pat
 
What can you say? He was a genuine guru here on the BCF. He also was active on the Garage Journal.

Best wishes to his family and hopes for a speedy recovery for his bride.

RIP.
 
So very very sad. Tony was one of the great ones, honest and direct and firm in his convictions, always willing to share his time and wisdom with those of us who wanted to learn. I'll pray for his family.

We'll miss you Tony
 
I posted this over on the MGE and decided that it needed to go here as well.

I haven't posted too much about this tragedy until now cause it's taken this long for me to come up with a few words. I'm not very good at putting into words those things that I feel but I'm going to try. When I first learned about Tony & Jerri's accident, I was flooded with several emotions all at once. I was stunned, shocked, angry, sad, and a little frightened and probably a few more things in there. But way down deep in there somewhere, as strange as it will sound to some, I felt a small sense of joy. It confused me at first then I realized that it was because I had been given the honor of knowing both Tony & Jerri. I feel very privileged that Tony had shared some of his history with me during a couple of visits. Sometime, when I feel up to the task, I'll post some of that here.

Tony had many, many friends from the LBC and in particular, the MG community and from his days in the Military and college and before. He was an outstanding asset to all of us, as a friend, a fellow enthusiast and a mentor. He will be missed by many people as can be evidenced from the messages left here.

Good Bye Tony ol' friend
 
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