Terry 'ACL' Hammond (11/19/2010)

Been struggling with this decision, but I will not be there, at least not physically ... Based on a few pm chats I had with Terry when I offered to buy Relentless, I know he would understand, but it doesn't make the decision any easier.

I know my dad will pass on my condolences and prayers in my stead, and know that I am there in my heart.

-Adam
 
Re: Terry 'ACL' Remembered

The first time I met Terry was when I showed up a day early for the 2006 MLR. I rode up at his shop drenched by an unexpected shower and Terry, Putt and I the next several hours shooting the bull and laughing. I felt like I had found a home and two long lost brothers who didn't have good sense either. They are both gone now, but I am so blessed to have known them!!
 
I am pulling out of Lafayette in the car, early AM to try and make the end of the visitation Monday. I'll make the service Tuesday AM and then head back to Louisiana.

I thought about just sending flowers this afternoon when Jody called to give me the times, but then I remembered, I rode all that way on the bike for a hamburger (not really after the first time, but you know what I mean), I can surely drive up there to say goodbye to the man (the real reason you go, the second time)

Chris
 
Re: Terry 'ACL' Remembered

I first met Terry in person in Hutchinson, KS for BBQ in 2009... this after promising year after year I would make it to MLR. I promised him, and Putt, I would make it that year... Putt laughed... Coop rolled his eyes... Terry said he would ride to my house and camp in my front yard if I didn't.

I already had my room reserved at the Comfort Inn... I was already to go... then my wife says she had to go to NM for a work related class that week... I was pretty PO'ed. I didn't want to tell Terry... I canceled my room.

My wife ended up quiting that job, and I ended up being able to ride to MLR that year... brought great weather with me (rode 300 miles home in rain)... Terry told me, jokingly, I haven't been to MLR till the weather is bad. I brought good weather again last year...

I'll keep riding to Moonshine till the weather is bad... and still keep riding for my Moonburger.
 
I just got a call from Mark Kunath aka Bigmak96. He is on his way to Casey as I type. He should be in town late as in 11:30 tonight. He is looking for a bed for the night or just floor space. Has his pad and bag. He can be reached on his cell phone at 612-532-6099.

Thanks, on behalf of my friend Mark, Kevin
 
We are leaving about 5:00am tomorrow. I have to ride it just won't feel right in a car. My dad has talked us into taking the trike. Everyone travel safe. See you in Casey.
 
Got a call from Mark, too. Didn't think of poSTing for him on here. Thanks, Kevin, for being forward thinking.

Anyone who hasn't thought of it, consider posting some of your thoughts on the tribute thread at the funeral home site. I just did. Read the whole thing too.

I'll be down tomorrow afternoon sometime. I'll probably be looking for a place to toss my mattress as well, too far to my sister's place to make the turn around for Tuesday's service.
 
Re: Terry 'ACL' Remembered

I only met Terry this last Moonshine Run. But that meeting left me with a feeling that NO other person as ever done.Terry's says to me U want to go to Moonshine and have a Moon burger this thursday.He says we need to go cause it will be too crazy Sat. and he wanted it to be special for me.So we saddle up with some other rides in tow.We get to Moonshine and Terry pulls me over and says now don't be a rookie and pay for your food before U eat it.So I ordered my Moon Burger sat down and ate and looked around brought some hats and when I went to pay for things,and I payed for Terry's Moon Buger,Terry says U don't have to do that and I said I know but I want to U do so much for US it's the least I can do for you.We walked out of the store I grab him and he says U are going to make me cry we both started to tear up and.THAT folks was my MOONSHINE MOMENT and nobody can replaces that feeling we both shared that day standing in front of the Moonshine Store. NO ONE.
 
I'm not going to be able to make it to Terry's funeral. I wish that I could sneak him a Little Debbie cake to take with him. Rest in Peace Little Brother!!
 
I just made the room reservation for tomorrow night at the Comfort Inn. Mark and I are sharing a room and will have floor space if someone needs it. Mark said he would take the floor if needed or go ahead and share with Jeff (Dinkie). I wish it were different reasons for seeing my friends, but it is not.

Kevin
 
Re: Terry 'ACL' Remembered

Navy1015 said:
I'm a stranger here but not to Moonshine. I first "talked" to Terry on the MTF board. Back sometime in 2004 he posted on the MTF board about a place that served a good cheeseburger. That got my attention so I asked him where and he said just come on to Casey since Moonshine was hard to find. I said "Not to worry. I have a GPS." Terry still insisted I come to Casey but being hardheaded I was convinced I could follow my GPS anywhere. You know what happeded. Of course I got lost and had to stop and ask a local mowing his lawn for directins. Hence the quote "GPS wont go to Moonshine but I do" . After taking his advice and riding at least 10 miles (well maybe it was a mile) on freshly graded river gravel I came to a power pole with a small arrow pointing to Moonshine. I still beat Terry to the store. I was waiting on the log when he pulled up. My first thought was "This is one big S.O.B." But he immediately put me at ease and had me thinking we had known each other forEVAR. I have heard Terry tell this story innumerable times and I had to laugh each time. Terry said lets do this again and I agreed. And that is where MLR was born. And I have made every one so far. And I will see you guys there in 2011. Already made my reservation at the Comfort Inn.
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Take care of yourself Jerry!! See you in April!!
 
I called Mark and offered a bed, but he said he didn't want to keep us up all night with his snoring, so he's gonna sleep in his car out around the farm!!!
 
Jennifer and I have a room booked at the Comfort Inn for tomorrow night. We are in MS tonight, and will head for Casey first thing in the morning between six and seven. I too wish we were all on our way to Casey for any other reason than this. I still don't want to believe it. Casey will never be the same place for me. I still can't even type here about it without getting teary-eyed. I knew Terry from his old COG days before ever connecting with him here. I miss my friend. :cry:
 
bucky123 said:
Would everyone consider a moonshine t-shirt and riding gear as proper attire for the visitation?
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I am wearing my riding gear at the service, that is how Terry and his family knew me, so at the visitation I will be casual. I said before, it is not what you wear, it is that you came. I am coming as a friend.

Kevin
 
I just booked a room for Monday night at the Comfort Inn in Casey. If someone wants to bunk with me just give me a call 319-325-2778 or post something here.
I have two double beds. And we can make room on the floor as well.
If you should get there before me the reservation # is 11435064 under the name of Jim Neagle from Iowa City. Make yourself at home.
 
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