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boa2 · 4 August 2009, 07:06 AM

A few years back, on a quiet night in Sacramento, I met Rainer. He had just left the grocery store, only to find me ogling his white Porsche Cayman S. 90 minutes of yacking later, we knew we had a lot in common. Most significantly, we shared a humbling admiration for our wives.

Rainer and his wife Susan were a big influence on us, particularly because my wife and I had just started our company, and they had recently sold theirs. Rainer's Porsche was only three months old, a 'retirement' reward for selling the company. He and his wife bought a piece of land on the ocean in northern California, and he rode his motorcycle there each weekend to build their get-away home. He also surprised Susan by buying the craftsman house next door to theirs, so that she would have a place to make and display her art.

In March of this year, their beloved Golden Retriever died. They were devastated. But their attention was redirected only a couple weeks later, when they found out Susan had leukemia. Sadly, a few weeks ago, not yet 50 years old, Susan died.

It's so upsetting I can't believe it. Rainer had requested privacy, so I only found out today. I'm just sitting here in a daze. And I feel so badly for him, as he is alone now.

I hope this is meaningful to you in some way. I'm sure many of you can relate. Hug those loved ones!

Susan

kcmo · 4 August 2009, 07:14 AM

Oh Howard, this is such a sad story. They sound like a special couple and it's heartbreaking to imagine how Rainer must feel. I am so so sorry to hear of Susan's passing.

If anything, this again reminds us not to take anything or anyone for granted.

Thank you for the lesson and please accept my condolences for your loss.

ijen0311 · 4 August 2009, 07:15 AM

Howard - I'm so sorry to hear. I had a close friend pass suddenly the week before last and it was crushing (not to hijack... I just understand how you feel).

My thoughts are with you, friend.

SLS · 4 August 2009, 07:15 AM

Really sorry to hear that Howard. It's a shame, she was so young...Hearing things like this, makes you really appreciate what you have.
Scott

JPersat · 4 August 2009, 07:17 AM

I am sorry to hear of Susan's passing. Please forward my condolences.

Lisa · 4 August 2009, 07:22 AM

Howard, I'm so sorry to hear this. A good reminder to cherish our loved ones each and every day.

AWATCH · 4 August 2009, 07:24 AM

Sorry to hear of this, we all must cherish our loved ones every minute of every day.

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by ijen0311

Howard - I'm so sorry to hear. I had a close friend pass suddenly the week before last and it was crushing (not to hijack... I just understand how you feel).

My thoughts are with you, friend.

No hijack at all, Jen. My intention and hope is that others feel free to share their similar experiences. It can be so overwhelming to lose people you love.

Thank you all for the very thoughtful comments. Thank you, thank you, thank you. It means a lot!

Dan Pierce · 4 August 2009, 07:31 AM

Very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Howard. Wish I could add something to help.
dP

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

Very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Howard. Wish I could add something to help.
dP

You did. Thank you.

allanofcalifornia · 4 August 2009, 07:45 AM

Very sorry to hear the bad news!! Our hearts and prayers go with you! Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you during this rough time!

Allan

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by allanofcalifornia

Very sorry to hear the bad news!! Our hearts and prayers go with you! Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you during this rough time!

Allan

Thank you, Allan.

Again, I really appreciate all of the kind thoughts. I'm sure many of you have experienced similar tragedy in the loss of a close friend. The support means the world.

alohanakoni · 4 August 2009, 08:26 AM

howard, i am very sorry to hear about the the sad news. life is too short....we have to make each moment count and cherish our loved ones!!!

Taffi Abernathy · 4 August 2009, 08:33 AM

News like this is often surprising due to the age of the person, and sometimes due also to the suddenness of the tragedy. It is a reminder of the fragility of life, and that tomorrow is guaranteed to no one. Sorry to hear this news, Howard.

Art 1 · 4 August 2009, 08:45 AM

Sorry to hear.

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 09:04 AM

Thank you all for the caring comments. It's been a really difficult day, but you all managed to make it better.

Brunotheboxer · 4 August 2009, 09:07 AM

Susan, rest in peace.

rsg · 4 August 2009, 09:13 AM

I'm very sorry for your loss, it's terrible to lose a friend.

Mike B · 4 August 2009, 09:27 AM

Very sorry for the loss of your friend. Life truly is precious, and one must cherish every moment we have.

Dr.B · 4 August 2009, 09:48 AM

Howard.......I am sorry to hear this. My condolences to Rainer.

vh_bu98 · 4 August 2009, 10:02 AM

I'm sorry for your lost and I can relate a little. This past May, my wife's sister's husband had a stroke and died at the age of 43. You never really know when death will strike.

Gerry · 4 August 2009, 10:17 AM

Howard, I'm so sorry to hear that. My deepest condolences to you and Rainier.

East Bay Rider · 4 August 2009, 11:10 AM

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. Your friend must be suffering terribly. I'm sure he'll appreciate your friendship in his time of need.

away36 · 4 August 2009, 11:25 AM

Bill is right, Howard. Your friendship will help him through this devastating time. Thank you for sharing with us.

Rockrolex · 4 August 2009, 11:29 AM

I can't add much to the previous posts, Howard, except to add my deepest sympathies to you and your friend. Her loss must be devestating to both of you. Stay close to your friend and hopefully you will draw strength from each other; so that the healing will follow.

Carolina · 4 August 2009, 11:46 AM

I'm so sorry. There just aren't words for situations like this one.

DSJ · 4 August 2009, 12:03 PM

Howard, I am so sorry to hear about this. Life ending early is so difficult to grasp.

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vh_bu98

I'm sorry for your lost and I can relate a little. This past May, my wife's sister's husband had a stroke and died at the age of 43. You never really know when death will strike.

Vu, I'm so sorry to hear this.

boa2 · 4 August 2009, 12:05 PM

Thank you again, everyone. This online community is like no other I've found, and it's truly overwhelming just how generous you all are.

allanofcalifornia · 4 August 2009, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vh_bu98

I'm sorry for your lost and I can relate a little. This past May, my wife's sister's husband had a stroke and died at the age of 43. You never really know when death will strike.

Very sorry to hear about your loss!!

Allan

4 August 2009, 07:06 AM	#1
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,942	A devastating day. I'm sure many of you can relate. A few years back, on a quiet night in Sacramento, I met Rainer. He had just left the grocery store, only to find me ogling his white Porsche Cayman S. 90 minutes of yacking later, we knew we had a lot in common. Most significantly, we shared a humbling admiration for our wives. Rainer and his wife Susan were a big influence on us, particularly because my wife and I had just started our company, and they had recently sold theirs. Rainer's Porsche was only three months old, a 'retirement' reward for selling the company. He and his wife bought a piece of land on the ocean in northern California, and he rode his motorcycle there each weekend to build their get-away home. He also surprised Susan by buying the craftsman house next door to theirs, so that she would have a place to make and display her art. In March of this year, their beloved Golden Retriever died. They were devastated. But their attention was redirected only a couple weeks later, when they found out Susan had leukemia. Sadly, a few weeks ago, not yet 50 years old, Susan died. It's so upsetting I can't believe it. Rainer had requested privacy, so I only found out today. I'm just sitting here in a daze. And I feel so badly for him, as he is alone now. I hope this is meaningful to you in some way. I'm sure many of you can relate. Hug those loved ones! Susan __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

4 August 2009, 07:15 AM	#4
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	Really sorry to hear that Howard. It's a shame, she was so young...Hearing things like this, makes you really appreciate what you have. Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

4 August 2009, 07:31 AM	#9
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,217	Very sorry to hear about the loss of your friend, Howard. Wish I could add something to help. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

4 August 2009, 08:26 AM	#13
alohanakoni "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Anthony Location: USA Watch: Rolex Daytona TT Posts: 860	howard, i am very sorry to hear about the the sad news. life is too short....we have to make each moment count and cherish our loved ones!!! __________________ "Chicka chicka bow wow!"

4 August 2009, 08:33 AM	#14
Taffi Abernathy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Faith Location: Philadelphia, PA Watch: TT DJ, SS DJ Posts: 4,053	News like this is often surprising due to the age of the person, and sometimes due also to the suddenness of the tragedy. It is a reminder of the fragility of life, and that tomorrow is guaranteed to no one. Sorry to hear this news, Howard. __________________ Sarcasm is my second language.

4 August 2009, 07:14 AM	#2
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	Oh Howard, this is such a sad story. They sound like a special couple and it's heartbreaking to imagine how Rainer must feel. I am so so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. If anything, this again reminds us not to take anything or anyone for granted. Thank you for the lesson and please accept my condolences for your loss.

4 August 2009, 07:15 AM	#3
ijen0311 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jen Location: Jax, FL Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 3,977	Howard - I'm so sorry to hear. I had a close friend pass suddenly the week before last and it was crushing (not to hijack... I just understand how you feel). My thoughts are with you, friend.

4 August 2009, 07:17 AM	#5
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	I am sorry to hear of Susan's passing. Please forward my condolences.

4 August 2009, 07:22 AM	#6
Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Howard, I'm so sorry to hear this. A good reminder to cherish our loved ones each and every day.

4 August 2009, 07:24 AM	#7
AWATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: al Location: GEORGIA Watch: Explorer II Posts: 1,759	Sorry to hear of this, we all must cherish our loved ones every minute of every day.

4 August 2009, 07:45 AM	#11
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	Very sorry to hear the bad news!! Our hearts and prayers go with you! Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you during this rough time! Allan

4 August 2009, 08:45 AM	#15
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	Sorry to hear.

4 August 2009, 09:04 AM	#16
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,942	Thank you all for the caring comments. It's been a really difficult day, but you all managed to make it better. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

4 August 2009, 09:07 AM	#17
Brunotheboxer Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Bruno Location: Boston/Cape Cod Watch: 16610,PAM. 111, G Posts: 7,608	Susan, rest in peace.

4 August 2009, 09:13 AM	#18
rsg "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Richard Location: California Posts: 1,092	I'm very sorry for your loss, it's terrible to lose a friend.

4 August 2009, 09:27 AM	#19
Mike B "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: Gilbert, AZ Watch: DSSD, Omega SMP Posts: 3,055	Very sorry for the loss of your friend. Life truly is precious, and one must cherish every moment we have.

4 August 2009, 09:48 AM	#20
Dr.B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Fernando Location: North Carolina Watch: SS White Daytona Posts: 1,944	Howard.......I am sorry to hear this. My condolences to Rainer.

4 August 2009, 10:02 AM	#21
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I'm sorry for your lost and I can relate a little. This past May, my wife's sister's husband had a stroke and died at the age of 43. You never really know when death will strike.

4 August 2009, 10:17 AM	#22
Gerry "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Melbourne, Aus. Watch: Z Series 16613 Posts: 887	Howard, I'm so sorry to hear that. My deepest condolences to you and Rainier. __________________

4 August 2009, 11:10 AM	#23
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,074	I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. Your friend must be suffering terribly. I'm sure he'll appreciate your friendship in his time of need. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

4 August 2009, 11:25 AM	#24
away36 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Nancy Location: Canada Watch: Vintage Rolex Posts: 3,178	Bill is right, Howard. Your friendship will help him through this devastating time. Thank you for sharing with us.

4 August 2009, 11:29 AM	#25
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,970	I can't add much to the previous posts, Howard, except to add my deepest sympathies to you and your friend. Her loss must be devestating to both of you. Stay close to your friend and hopefully you will draw strength from each other; so that the healing will follow. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

4 August 2009, 11:46 AM	#26
Carolina "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Carolina Watch: it, Bubba! Posts: 6,271	I'm so sorry. There just aren't words for situations like this one. __________________ . .Member #5380 .

4 August 2009, 12:03 PM	#27
DSJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: David Location: USA Watch: your step! Posts: 7,882	Howard, I am so sorry to hear about this. Life ending early is so difficult to grasp. __________________ Rolex. The Rolex of watches. 16570 Expy2 Noir, 116710 GMT Master II, 2552.80 SMP

4 August 2009, 12:05 PM	#29
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,942	Thank you again, everyone. This online community is like no other I've found, and it's truly overwhelming just how generous you all are. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

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