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Hey guys.  I'm writing this thread to ask for help to do something nice for another member.  I don't want to get too specific about the details to respect his privacy, but here's the long and short of it.  There is a member on here that doesn't live too far from me.  He's a really good guy and has been very helpful and welcoming since we moved out to Ohio.  He's helped me out a bunch with my car since I've been here, and I've seen him help a lot of other people that he's friends with.  Not too long ago he was plagued with clutch problems with his master cylinder (similar to what I was going through a few years ago) and his car has been down for quite some time now.  I found out a few days ago that he is in the hospital with some health issues and will probably be laid up for a few weeks.  I talked to his wife today and found out that he just needed a clutch line and someone to install some parts.  I am more than glad to replace the parts, but I don't have enough money to buy the clutch line.  

What I'm asking for is donations from anyone that can spare a few bucks.  I know there are a lot of members here, and even the smallest contribution will help if a lot of people kick in.  What I want to do is raise the money to buy the parts he needs so I can fix his car, and any left over money will be given to him to take care of any living expenses while he is away from work.  I'm really hoping to try and get this done before he comes home from the hospital as a surprise.  

If you plan on donating, please use the donate button for the forum.  When you make your donation through paypal, send it as a gift so there aren't any paypal fees added.  Please make sure you post in here when you have donated.  I want everyone that has helped out with this to get recognition.  PM me if you have any questions.

Thanks everyone.

Tim, I ran into some unexpected expenses saturday so I am now out 200 bucks for a tux for a wedding I do not want o be in. But when I get paid again will gladly send some your way

Thanks Mike.  Anything will help.  No matter how little you think it may be.  I'm hoping more people are willing to pitch in and help out.

Not exactly wealthy at the moment but, I sent something your way.

This thread finally pushed me to signup for paypal just gotta wait the 5 business days for the cash to be added then it's on it's way. *thumbsup* hope he gets better soon!

Tim, I'll send some your way as soon as I have some cash.

Thanks Mike.  Your donation is much appreciated.  I'm not wealthy either, but I know that we can all come together to help out.

Austin, I'm glad this could be the catalyst for you to make some changes.

Z, anything will help.  I don't expect people to drop a lot of cash on this, but if a group of people donate $5-10 each, it will add up quickly.

Tim, I sent what I could.  I wish I had more to spare, but my recent move just wiped me.

Thank you Brian.  Your donation is greatly appreciated no matter what the amount is.

dropped off some money for you. Will drop off more when I get paid for Dave headlights.

Donation sent!

I’m glad to help out anyway that I can. I can only hope that If I ever need help, you guys will come guns a blazing.

God speed to whoever needs this help. Wishing him a speedy recovery

I get paid Friday, I'll try to send some money your way.

Thanks Ken and Jeremy.  I received the email that you guys donated when I was out working.  You guys are awesome.  You better believe that I would do the same thing for you guys.

I sent a donation your way! I hope that we get enough people to pool together the cash needed!

Thanks Jeff.  From all the donations made, we're getting pretty close to being able to pay for the parts.  I really hope people keep donating so we can give them extra so money isn't tight while he's out of work.

Maybe I missed it, but who is this for?

He never said to respect that member's privacy.

Sent Tim. I didn't see the option to send as a "gift" so I hope there's no fee added to it.

Guys please keep in mind that its the people that make this place great. It starts with the cars we all have a like interest but, at the end of the day its the people we meet along the way that really matter. Lets help out a friend so he has an easier time getting back on his feet even if you skip your cup of coffee one morning and donate the $3.09 or what ever it cost it will help!

freed up some more funds and sent them your way tim.  I hope that helps bring you closer to where you wanted to be.

Donation sent.

I know how much clutch problems suck, just went through it myself. Cannot even imagine being laid up in the hospital on top of it all. Hope this helps and you get better soon!

Ike, Z is right.  I didn't list the members name to respect his privacy.  This is meant to be a surprise, so I can't exactly ask him if he's okay with it.  I'll double check with his wife and see if she is cool with it.  If you really must know, PM me.

Steve, it's okay.  Thank you so much for the donation.

Brian, that's awesome.  I was surprised when I saw that you made another donation.

Steve, thanks for the donation man.  Clutch problems do suck.

donation sent, it didnt give me an option on how to send it as well.

Thanks for the donation David.  I just realized that the donate button just brings you to a page to donate to the site and doesn't give you the gift option.  I guess you can only send money as a gift if you have my paypal address.  It's no big deal though.  This is probably the best method since it's easy for everyone.

Just a quick update for everyone.  From the money raised, I was able to buy the clutch line today.  If things keep going they way they have been, I should be able to surprise his wife with a good amount of money too. 

All I can say is that you guys are awesome.  I know that they will really appreciate you guys coming together to help out.  Hopefully I'll be able to get pics of the repair to post on here so you guys can see where your donations went.

Tim, I Will make a donation as soon as I get home from work tonight.

Will make another donation once I sell my 4 channel amp.

Donation sent

Thanks Rich.  You rock for helping out.

Sent what I could. 

Thank you for your donation Ike.  No matter how little you may think your contribution is, it all adds up and still helps out a lot. 

Just wanted to bump this thread so it doesn't lose it's momentum.

I cannot express how amazing you guys are.  It has been a rough two weeks to say the least and to see this today is incredible.  I really do not know what to say.  To be able to drive my car again after my recovery gives me something to really look forward to.  I really thank everyone.  Tim, I do not know how to repay you for this.
To every one:  if you are going to be in town or traveling through feel free to hit me up.  I need to get to a CM event and meet some of the people on this site.  I was hoping to get to the CanAm but not this year.    When my local car club gets an event together I will post it on here.  Always feel free to join in with us.  Like this site, we are a tight group of car fans that are always there for each other. 
Update on me:  I took myself to the E.R. on sat the 6th after work with shortness of breath.  I was informed that I was suffering from congestive heart failure.  They have gotten the fluid out of my lungs and off my system.  I am going to get a heart catheterization angiogram tomorrow.   If that goes good, the plan is for me to have my pacemaker upgraded and the wires replaced next week. If that goes ok, I will have one day in hospital recovery and 2 weeks at home.
Once again I must thank everyone.  You guys are incredible.
Ryan

Son of a bitch!!  You found out.   ;D

My espn is on point. Good to hear everything is going good for you Ryan and I wish you a speedy recovery.

Good luck with your recovery! Please keep us in the loop, and I'm sure I speak for everyong when I say I'm glad I(we) could help out.

Good luck with your recovery Ryan, hope all goes according to plan brother. Good luck!

haha he found out!! O well Get well soon. If I can sell my amp I'll donate some more.

Thats some crazy stuff Ryan. I wish you and your family the best and hope you have a speedy recovery. Glad we could help and just remember that your ECM family is here for you man.

Hope you have a safe operation and a speedy recovery Ryan.

Hey guys.  I received some bad news a little bit ago.  Ryan's wife got a hold of me to let me know that he passed away last night.  I'm out of town right now at a work conference, but as soon as I have a spare moment, I will be going through my paypal account and refunding the money that everyone donated.  I have already purchased the clutch line, so I will complete the repair on his car.  If you would like me to keep your donation to use towards flowers or to give to his family, please let me know.

Keep my donation Tim, so very sad news.  :(

OH WHAT THE FUCK!!!!

definitely keep the donation, Tim.  Wow.. that's just unfair.. so sorry to hear this.

Wow, that's terrible... sorry to hear this. You can keep my donation.

keep it, repair the car so she can sell it to care of any expenses.

Thanks guys.  I'm sure Ryan's family will appreciate what you've done.

I just want to say that after reading Ryan's post before and then reading what Tim posted, this really bummed me out today.  I was sitting for Jury Duty and shed a couple of tears.  This is just horrible and just really hard to put into words.

Damn, life can be a bitch sometimes. Thoughts are with his family. Really sorry to hear this. No need for a refund Tim....this sucks man.

Donation sent for either fixing the car or purchasing flowers.  I'm cool with either. 

keep it and repair. Ill donate another 5 for flowers. geee life soo unexpected. what happened?

Please put my donation towards some flowers.  

How terrible  :'(   I assume it was the heart failure that took him?

RIP

I don't really have a way to put into words but, this sucks... Please keep my donation

I really didn't know Ryan at all, but just knowing he was a fellow car nut and Accord guy, I really feel sad. Just knowing that could have been anyone of us. Life is very fragile my friends. I'm still blown away at the news. Maybe someone can make a banner with a pic of him or his car and his birth and passing dates, post it up on the main forum page. I think that would be nice.

wow I'm in total shock, this is terrible. Tim please keep my donation.

Wow. I'm speechless. I like Jer's idea of a memorial banner for Ryan. RIP Ryan.

I think that's a good idea Jer.  I'll see what I can do.

I also wanted to give you guys an update from all the donations.  Since I posted this thread, we raised $181.44 after paypal fees were taken out.  I used $80 to pay for the clutch line to repair his car.  The remainder of $101.44 will be given to his wife to help her cover bills.  As nice as flowers are, I would rather have this money go to something useful.

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I like that. Maybe incorporate a picture of Ryan ghosted in the banner.

I'll see if I can get any pictures from his wife, but with everything that's going on I really don't want to overwhelm her.  It may take some time, but I'm going to keep on this.  Maybe I can get a pic of the NSX he had too.  I know he loved that car.

Tim, that's fine by me.  as far as I'm concerned that money all belonged to Ryan's family anyways.. and cash is generally better for everyone.

That's a great idea for the banner as well.  It's still such a surprise though.. especially after seeing him come in and post about everything..

I agree.

Same.

Just seeing this now.  Jesus.

WOW, I know I've been MIA for like this whole month with everything that went on over on my end. So sad to hear the news after reading through the previous pages.

R.I.P Ryan

Tim I know I'm late but a sent a donation as well, hope it helps out!

Thanks Billy.  I've been talking to his friends and wife and we're trying to figure out what the best thing to do with the money is.

Holy shit, just now reading this.  I really don't know what to say to this.  Knowing that could have been me with my recent surgery really puts things in to perspective.  I didn't know Ryan, but I know that this group of guys is really something special.  I have never met one of you in person, but refer to you as my "buddies" nonetheless. 

Im going to send some cash your way Tim, do with it what you can, and please pass along my condolences to his wife and family.  This is really upsetting, and I think I am in shock right now.

God bless you and yours, we really are fragile and life is on loan to us, so make every minute count.

Tim, if the car is fixed and running I say give his wife the cash.  Funeral expenses are ridiculously expensive.  It'll help her the most.

Like a couple other people I just stumbled across this thread.  That is terrible situation, but this has to be the coolest thing I've ever seen a car forum do.  Sent some money your way, help his family with it as you see fit.

It's great to see people come together and do some good especially new member's to the forum. This is what makes us great as people and as a forum! EliteCM FTMFW

...still can't believe it though!

I don't believe it. I hope it's not too late but please send my condolences to his wife and family. For some reason, I wasn't getting any notifications that this thread was getting replies.