Jared Richey Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 I got the news about this today also, my heart sank when I heard this. I had to replay my voicemail several times to realize it was really Ronnie that was being talked about. I immediatly called his phone, and his nephew answered the and told me he was there in ICU with Ronnie and his wife, I told them to tell everyone I said hey and we would be praying for him, he did say it was not looking good. Me and Ronnie had gotten to become very good friends, I've been fortunate enough to know him since 2006 at Bristol. Everyone likes Ronnie, he gets along with everyone. Last time I talked to Ronnie was right before the first of the year, I usually would call more often but since I started work I just haven't thought about it as much, he had just had the engine rebuilt in his Monte Carlo, and was thinking of coming to my get together this August, since he was also not gonna make the East Meet. We'll all be praying he pulls through, I'm not gonna give up on him, you can't, I wont. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mo's70MCs Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 thoughts & prayers. Definite sad news..We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Eckenfels Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 This is so sad. Ronnie is one of the all time good guys. I have never laughed more in the company of any other person. Ronnie, please get better. Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRDIRT11 Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 we are praying for ronnie and his family. 37 year old fellow here local just had a similar incident. he was younge and healthy. you never know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monte7071 Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Thoughts and prayers for his family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black07ss Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 Very sad news. Thoughts and prayers for him and his family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsmc Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 prayers come for him and the family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71monteme Posted April 19, 2011 Share Posted April 19, 2011 very sad, prayers going out to Ronnie and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Packratt Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Very sad to hear this. My prayers go out to him and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Mau Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Wow, reading through this thread... Ronnie sure sounds like a great guy. Very sad news, indeed. I will pray for him and his family during this difficult time as well. Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Very sad news. Prayers going out to Ronnie and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katman Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Thoughts and prayers going Ronnie's way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Peters Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I guess nobody has heard anything more on this. Kevin, it sounds like you knew Ronnie and his wife very well. Rather than a number of people bothering the family in this difficult time would it be possible for you to take the lead and keep in touch with them and let us know how Ronnie is doing. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1972mc Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 What terrible news. I really enjoyed hanging out with Ronnie and Phillip at the last 3 Eastern meets. I was looking forward to seeing him in June. Prayers going out to him and his family. Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allbowtie Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Have not been on for a couple of days, and to read this is sad. I met Ronnie at Norwalk, and what a peach of a guy. My prayer is with him and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jared Richey Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 Phil called me and said they cut Ronnie's oxygen level from 100% to 40% which is good that means he is breathing on his on some. He also moved a little in the bed. And kind of gripped Phil's hand about the strength of a small child. Regardless good news and an improvement from the last few days, but still on life support and in a comma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Wiles Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 I was asked by club management to call and keep contact with the family and I spoke to Glenda. To represent all of us in showing our support, etc.. I told her that the club has many friends who think the world of Ronnie and many thoughts and prayers have been sent that way. Glenda informs me that Ronnie is still in guarded condition but they did a procedure on him which is giving new reason for hope! He is starting to wake up; he crossed his feet and is starting to move his hands a bit. There is some brain activity, so the procedure they did on him worked, according to Glenda. She told me they are not outta the woods yet, but these new happpenings are beginning to give some hope. I am very glad to be able to report this. Hope we continue getting progressively good and better reports. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikstudie Posted April 20, 2011 Share Posted April 20, 2011 That is favorable news.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monteman1971 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 It sounds like progress in the right direction.... Prayers and thoughts for Ronnie and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capri's 71 SS Posted April 21, 2011 Author Share Posted April 21, 2011 Kevin - so thrilled you were able to speak with Glenda and report some uplifting news. I hope all our prayers continue to push him in the direction of recovery. PLEASE keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70mcarlo Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Good to hear there is some improvement - thoughts and prayers continue... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
502ci Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Sounds like some decent news, hope things continue in that direction. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 57 Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Thanks for the update Kevin. Ronnie will remain in our thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddiddle Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 We'll keep praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slaman Posted April 21, 2011 Share Posted April 21, 2011 Will be sending prayers for his continued improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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