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Posted by: Chogokin May 22 2006, 06:46 AM

This is for those of you that know Dave Cawdrey (Korijo) or have been trying to get in touch with him. I just got an email from his wife Kori, she asked me to pass on to the club that he has been in the ICU for 3 weeks with a life threatening case of pneumonia. He appears to be getting better now but it has been a bumpy road, I guess he is not in the clear just yet though. If you want to send a message to him here is the email address I got from his wife: kjcawdrey@msn.com

Posted by: SGB May 22 2006, 06:50 AM

Thanks very much for letting us know. I've never met the 3-d individual, but know him through the club, as I'm sure others here have. I'm glad to hear he is on the mend! Maybe he can log in and say "Hi" soon.

Posted by: Jeroen May 22 2006, 07:18 AM

thanks for keeping us posted!
I sure hope Dave gets better soon...

Posted by: Bleyseng May 22 2006, 07:21 AM

Any idea what hospital he is staying or room number?? Maybe we can send some flowers. Dave is a good guy and I am sorry to hear that he is sick.

Posted by: fiid May 22 2006, 09:29 AM

This is terrible news. I'm up for sending flowers or a basket of something.

Get Well Soon Dave!

Posted by: boxstr May 22 2006, 09:32 AM

Get the PAYPAL flower basket out and lets throw some dough in their.
Craig C. Laughlin CAMP 914

Posted by: StratPlayer May 22 2006, 09:33 AM

Very sorry to hear this, I hope Dave gets better soon. I'm up for sending Dave something from the club to let him know we haven't forgotten him...

Posted by: Headrage May 22 2006, 09:37 AM

Yep, let's let him know we care...

Posted by: Chogokin May 22 2006, 09:38 AM

I think Kori would give you guys any info you need, not sure how often she checks the email with all that is going on but here it is again.. kjcawdrey@msn.com
I just sent Kori an email asking the info for you guys, will post it as soon as I get it.

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 22 2006, 03:28 PM

Any update on this?


B

Posted by: Chogokin May 22 2006, 05:30 PM

No, I have not got any reply yet from his wife... She is probably at the hospital, she said they were taking out the breathing tube today, but still keeping him on life support...

Posted by: reverie May 22 2006, 05:48 PM

Monday 4:45 pm -

He's in the ICU at Overlake in Bellevue. Good hospital. No phone calls allowed, and no visitors other than immediate family.

I'll be in Bellevue tomorrow afternoon, and can buy a bouquet of yellow roses with ferns and baby's breath, with a card signed "love from all of us at the 914 Club"... that would be very cheerful and beautiful. The nurses can deliver it to his room.

Would something like that be okay?

Rog

Posted by: Bleyseng May 22 2006, 05:52 PM

Perfect Roger....We all have Dave in our prayers.

Posted by: rhodyguy May 22 2006, 05:57 PM

very good rog. pm sent.

k

Posted by: reverie May 22 2006, 06:03 PM

Thanks, Geoff.

I'll include what you said about prayers (you said it perfectly), and will deliver it ~ 12:30 - 1:00 tomorrow.

Thank you for this post, Chogo!... we here in the NW are just glad to know about this!

No worries about the cost... just say prayers for Dave's recovery.

Posted by: Lou W May 22 2006, 06:08 PM

Dave's in my prayers.

Posted by: Jeroen May 22 2006, 06:12 PM

Thanks for picking this up!!!

Posted by: reverie May 22 2006, 06:20 PM

I'll find out how Dave is doing, unless Chogo hears something first.

Dave's wife Kori is an angel. I'll tell her she is in our prayers, also.


Gotta go to work.. will check back later. Happy thoughts..

Posted by: pete-stevers May 22 2006, 06:31 PM

Dave and family
we are praying for your recovery
steve +sher

Posted by: Qarl May 22 2006, 08:08 PM

Yes... please keep us posted.

We need a club Ambassador to ask Kori and family if we can do anything...

Here is a pic from my visit to Seattle about 3 years ago...




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Posted by: arc914 May 22 2006, 08:39 PM

QUOTE(Qarl @ May 22 2006, 06:08 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S May 22 2006, 10:55 PM

Thanks for posting this. Dave is always in our thoughts. He has been unfairly stricken for several years now. He always seems to have a good additude and has been an example of how to live. Is there a pay pal or anything we can do?

Posted by: Jenny May 22 2006, 10:56 PM

Please let Dave and KoriJo know we have their family in our thoughts and prayers. And thank you so much for bringing the flowers and our well-wishes to them.

Jen & Brian

Posted by: reverie May 23 2006, 01:52 AM

I will make every effort to contact Kori when I'm delivering the flowers and card from all of us, and I'll ask what we can do. I'll tell her we'd like to set up a Paypal account to help with the expenses they're incurring. (Thank you for that idea!) I don't know how to set up a Paypal account for her easy access, so if someone could handle that when we get the go-ahead, that would be great.

Please feel free to express your thoughts and ideas.

More later. Love and good energy..

Posted by: Bleyseng May 23 2006, 03:50 AM

nuther'


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Posted by: VegasRacer May 23 2006, 03:54 AM

Dave is just resting up so he will be ready for the WCC.

Posted by: redshift May 23 2006, 03:59 AM

I think of Dave all the time, his situation possibly has more to do with my being here, than a stupid car.

When I walk through life, I sometimes feel ashamed, and very grateful.

You guys are the shit.


Miles

Posted by: Qarl May 23 2006, 12:29 PM

bump for positive thoughts and prayers!

Posted by: dinomium May 23 2006, 12:38 PM

Dave is da man! Feel better soon, bro!

Posted by: reverie May 23 2006, 02:37 PM

Tuesday 1:30 -

I delivered the flowers and card from everyone at the 914 Club today, and they are beautiful. Kori was there (of course), and she came out to greet me in the ICU waiting room. She is holding up well. Flowers aren't allowed in the ICU rooms, so she is taking them home..

Dave is doing okay. The fluid in his lungs has finally cleared. He is still on a ventilator, but the doctors are thinking of removing it tomorrow. The tube goes in his mouth and down his throat, and he will be very happy to have it removed, as it is uncomfortable for him. So tomorrow is a big day, and hopefully Dave will be able to resume normal breathing.. if not, the tube goes in again for a while. Either way, he'll still be in the hospital for a while.

We have Kori's okay to set up a paypal account. So if someone could set up a paypal account for them, that would be fantastic.

Kori will post when she has time.. probably in a few days.

Good news, good news..

Rog

Posted by: Bleyseng May 23 2006, 03:45 PM

Good news!!!!

Posted by: Qarl May 23 2006, 03:56 PM

For those newbies here wondering who Dave (Korijo) is... just do a search for "Van" and you will find out all you need to know. In summary, we raised thousands of dollars to buy Dave a VW Van for his wheelchair lift. We held auctions, people donated products, we had fund drives... it was a worthy cause.

Dave's story...

Dave, a former construction worker turning pro skateboarder (just as he was starting to get in his prime), was stricken with ALS about 5-6 years ago (if memory servies me correctly).

Dave is trying to leave a legacy for his two sons. He has already rebuilt and restored a VW bug and with the help of some 914clubbers is working on a 914 for his youngest boy.

We here are lucky to know Dave and his family and I am saddened to hear of his recent struggle.

Dave was assigned 914 Club Member #914 for a reason... because he is an awesome person!

Keep this thread at the top, please.

Posted by: mike_the_man May 23 2006, 04:00 PM

again for positive thoughts to Dave and family. I still can't believe the way the club came together with the whole van experience! Dave, you're in our thoughts!

Posted by: effutuo101 May 23 2006, 04:10 PM

Positive thoughts and prayers to Dave and Kori and there two wonderful boys. I have met Dave a couple of times and his whole family is really amazing. See you soon Dave!

Once Dave gets out of the current situation, who all is up for a run up to his place and bang out some more stuff on his teener? It is waiting for us all. I will pick up lunch. Lets arrange it.
Chris

Posted by: reverie May 23 2006, 04:41 PM

I'll ask about that, Chris.

Wouldn't it be awesome if he can attend the WCC..?


I'll get an update tomorrow ~ 1:00... by then they'll know if he can do without the ventilator. I'm hopeful that he can. Our friend is a very strong-willed fellow, and he wants to go home. Better food at home, no doubt.


Blessings to Chogokin for starting this thread.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 23 2006, 04:54 PM

Dave talked about wanting to attend the WCC last year. As I understand, his family didn't feel his health was good enough for the long trip. ALS is terribly de-habilitating. I remember reading he wasn't too happy about either. Dave and his family are one of the sponsors on the Rally Plate for the WCC this year. Lets all see if we can help his family with a little donation to the pay pal account. Their good people.

I hope to meet Dave and his family this year at the WCC. Anyone on the fence now is the time to make that commitment.

Posted by: Jeroen May 23 2006, 05:02 PM

Posted by: Chogokin May 23 2006, 05:08 PM

I'm kind of new to the club and have to say the only way I know Dave is through our recent agreement to trade my bumpers for his, from talking briefly to him and reading this thread Dave sounds like a hell of a guy. I will be watching for the paypal info to pop so that I can put in a bit to help out.

Posted by: rhodyguy May 23 2006, 05:57 PM

what might be more helpful would be a moving help party if they haven't moved yet. the tub certainly has to go, dave parts stash too.

k

Posted by: Rand May 23 2006, 06:21 PM

I've only met them once, but it is quite clear around here, these are great people. In my thoughts and prayers.

I would love to pitch in and help if they need it, moving party, work on the cars, whatever. Please keep us posted.

Blessings Cawdreys! Get well soon Dave!

Posted by: reverie May 23 2006, 07:36 PM

Good ideas. Since his pneumonia came soon after their recent move, it's possible that stuff is still at the old house. I'll ask.

If anyone knows how we can set up a paypal account that the Cawdreys can access, please chime in.


You guys and gals rock..

Posted by: Toast May 23 2006, 11:14 PM

Here's one from me to you Dave .(unless you want to share )
Get well fast!

Posted by: Brad Roberts May 24 2006, 12:21 AM

Thanks for the update. Each time I think I have it bad.. I think of Dave and his family. It reminds me that I am very lucky.

My thoughts are with you Dave.

I miss talking with you and seeing you post from time to time..

I'll never forget what WE did to get you that damn Van

It is forever burned in my pea brain. I tell people about our club and always bring up the fact that we came together and purchased a wheel chair accessible van for you and your family.

I hope this note gets back to you.

I know your "story" will be forever etched into my memory. If I'm lucky I can tell my kids about yours.


B

Posted by: John Kelly May 24 2006, 07:04 AM

Hi Dave,

I hope you are feeling better soon. I'll chip in whenever a paypal account is set up.

John www.ghiaspecialties.com

Posted by: gregrobbins May 24 2006, 08:58 AM

Mostly this is just to bump.

Instead of a PayPal account where they charge for each transaction, find out where Dave banks and have their bank open a donation account. I work for Chase and we do it all the time. I wish we had branches in the Northwest, it would be easy. If there is B of A, WellsFargo, WaMu, or.... in the area and they also have branches in Arizona, I would be happy to set something up.

Posted by: TROJANMAN May 24 2006, 09:09 AM

QUOTE(Qarl @ May 23 2006, 01:56 PM)

For those newbies here wondering who Dave (Korijo) is... just do a search for "Van" and you will find out all you need to know. In summary, we raised thousands of dollars to buy Dave a VW Van for his wheelchair lift. We held auctions, people donated products, we had fund drives... it was a worthy cause.

Dave's story...

Dave, a former construction worker turning pro skateboarder (just as he was starting to get in his prime), was stricken with ALS about 5-6 years ago (if memory servies me correctly).

Dave is trying to leave a legacy for his two sons. He has already rebuilt and restored a VW bug and with the help of some 914clubbers is working on a 914 for his youngest boy.

We here are lucky to know Dave and his family and I am saddened to hear of his recent struggle.

Dave was assigned 914 Club Member #914 for a reason... because he is an awesome person!

Keep this thread at the top, please.

Posted by: StratPlayer May 24 2006, 09:49 AM

Just waiting on a donation account so I can donate.

Posted by: reverie May 24 2006, 01:54 PM

Good idea about the Donation account.

I'll look into that today, and get back to you.


Going to visit now..

Posted by: reverie May 24 2006, 07:38 PM

Wednesday 6:30 -

Apparently the rules for Donation accounts have changed since 9/11... now the banks require the beneficiary's social security number. I'm not comfortable asking Kori and Dave for that, so I'd rather we do a Paypal account for them. If someone could please set one up, that would be most appreciated.

I saw Kori at the ICU today, and she said Dave is breathing 40% on the respirator and 60% on his own. His doctors are monitoring his progress every day, and he is improving every day. He is in good spirits, considering.

They are very grateful for everyone's thoughts and prayers.

Dave's 914 and stuff is in the garage at their new place. After he gets home and feels better, a work party will do wonders to boost his spirits, for sure. He and his family love seeing everyone and hanging out.

Rog

Posted by: Chogokin May 26 2006, 03:04 PM

Any new gouge on the paypal, or how Dave is doing?

Posted by: Korijo May 27 2006, 11:25 AM

Update on Dave:
Dave is beginning to feel better. He did get the tube out of his mouth last week, but still remains on life support through a Tracheotomy (tube through a hole in his neck). It was our hope that he would be able to get off this machine, but doesn't look like the case for now.
Good new is that he is coming home this next thurs/fri. I will be busy getting everything set up for him, as he will require full-time nursing at home. Our hope is that his lungs will begin to improve so he can get off that machine, our fear is that at anytime the pnuemonia will return and take his life. In all honesty, this has drastically weakened him- BUT, he's the toughest SOB I know and if anyone can do this it's him! He's smiling at me again, and giving the nurses a hard time for amusement. We both thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts. Who would've thought a 'car club' would be our foundation. If it weren't for all of you we'd still be taking the city bus in order to ride together! Your continuous support really lifts his spirits, and helps our family conquer through some really rough times. I'll be in touch- Kori

Posted by: Jeroen May 27 2006, 11:51 AM

Kori... Thanks for the update
Give Dave and the boys a big hug and hang in there!!!

Posted by: pete-stevers May 27 2006, 01:44 PM

thanks for the update!!!....
well wishes for you Dave!!

Posted by: arc914 May 30 2006, 01:13 PM

Hi Kori
I just sent Dave an e-mail.I should have known to check the site first.ha
You sound like a hell of a women.Keep it up.
Arc914
aka andrew
Go davey baby go

Posted by: TROJANMAN May 30 2006, 01:24 PM

Kori,
Please don;t be afraid to ask any of us for anything.......

We wish Dave a speedy recovery.

Posted by: Dave Blackburn May 31 2006, 12:09 AM

Hey guys.
I haven't been around this board much lately, but after moving to Seattle 2 years ago from Canada my wife and I became very close friends to Dave and Kori.
We have had lots of fun together the past couple of years, Its hard to see Dave in this rough of shape.
If anyone wants to donate to Dave and Kori, you can send it to my pay-pal account. I will pay as much of the fees as I can. I can give the money directly to Kori when ever she needs it.
Pay-pal ravedaveblackburn@hotmail.com or you can snail mail me @
Dave Blackburn
24513 SE 43rd Pl
Issaquah, Wa
98029
You can make a check out to me and I will cash it or to Kori Cawdrey and I will give it to her.
My number is 206 930 4625 if you have any concerns.
Dave will be going home on Thursday of this week. I am going to their house tomorrow to fix up his wheelchair ramp and anything else they might need for his arivial.

Kori is a bit worried about the van not driving right. I took a look at it yesterday and both of the lower ball joints are gone. The upper joints don't look too great either.
I have searched online, but the best I can come up with is $60 each.
Anyone have any idea where I might find them at a better price?

I'm sure Dave would love to have a work party when he is feeling better. I know he wants to get his tub blasted soon and the flares still need to be finished as well as some welding on some replacement panels that have been put in.
We have been working on the van quite a bit. He got 18" wheels that we put on a couple of months ago and we painted the calipers and drums. He was pretty excited. The van lookes pretty nice! We painted the bumpers and the trim too.
Anyway I will keep everyone updated with a total every couple of days and I'll talk to Kori tomorrow to see if there is anything else we can do.
Regards,
Dave Blackburn

Here's a funny pic of Dave and I in Hawaii, He was towing me in his beach chair untill his battery ran out and I had to push his heavy ass back to the condo on a golf course cause he knew a "short cut"

Posted by: effutuo101 May 31 2006, 12:32 AM

What year is his van? Uppers and lower ball joints? More information please!
Thx





needed

Posted by: Rand May 31 2006, 12:54 AM

QUOTE(Dave Blackburn @ May 30 2006, 11:09 PM)

Posted by: Bleyseng May 31 2006, 03:31 AM

Isn't the Van a 95 Eurovan?

Posted by: rhodyguy May 31 2006, 07:13 AM

have worm drive and hammer. will travel. pm sent dave b.

k

Posted by: Bruce Allert May 31 2006, 07:31 AM

Dave, you & Kori are 2 of the strongest people I know. With your positive attitudes I feel you both will pull thru this.

I empathize wit'cha Kori... once again, hang in there

Great pic of Dave in Hawaii. All that was missing was a Mai Tai in his cup holder

.....b

Posted by: SGB May 31 2006, 07:58 AM

GO! 914 Club, GO!

We may be a wide spectrum of opinionated SOBs, but when the call goes out, the 914 club unites!

ALS is a burden unlike any other, and it is clear Dave is the best competitor that disease has ever met. It sounds good for this p-nu-monia recovery! Yeaa!

Contribution soon to follow....

Posted by: Dave Blackburn May 31 2006, 08:06 AM

Hey,
The van is a 93 eurovan GL 2.5.
I think I should replace both the upers and lowers.
Thanks for your help!
Later,
Dave

Posted by: Dave Blackburn Jun 1 2006, 07:31 PM

Hey guys,
Well it looks like Dave won't be able to go home for 2 weeks still.
I guess there was some kind of mix up with ordering some medical equipment he needs. He is getting stronger each day, but he will have to be on a ventilator for a while.
He will also need a 24hr nurse while he is on the ventilator too. Hopefully he gets to pick out a hot nurse with a short skirt .

I'll let you know more info as I get it.
Regards,
Dave

Posted by: effutuo101 Jun 7 2006, 10:17 AM

bringing this back to the top. I am willing to donate some $ for ball joints. Who can I get with?
LMK.
Chris

Posted by: Chogokin Jun 8 2006, 06:21 PM

Hey has anyone got that paypal going yet for Dave? Whats up with that? I'd like to help with what I can... BTW any of you guys that know Dave and see him may ask him sometime when you are talking about his teener if he still wants my bumpers, I was working a trade with him before he got sick, I'd give them to him but need them on my car till I get some 916's, (and I'm still too poor for that) I know it is the last thing on his mind but never hurts to ask, thanks.

Posted by: Dave Blackburn Jul 13 2006, 11:47 PM

Hey Guys,
Dave has been home for about 2 weeks now. He still has to be in bed and on a ventilator through a trachiotomy(sp?) so he still can't talk. He has got to be out in his chair a couple times but he doesn't have enough strength back yet to use his chair joystick or a computer mouse. He has to have 24hr care but Kori hasn't been able to find a nurse yet so she is mostly taking care of him. His step Mom also helps out. The state is going to help out a bit with the cost but not much.
Kori said he got to have some 420 today for the first time since he got sick. He was pretty happy!!
My wife, brother and I went over there on July 4th and lit one of there trees on fire with some fire works but it was fun. The boys had a good time and Dave could see from the window. The tree went out too!!!

Chogokin, I'll ask him about the 914 bumper trade this weekend and let you know.
I know he had some wheels and heads to sell/ship so if anyone had anything else going with him let me know and i'll find out. I see him about once a week and can take care of anything then.

If anyone wants to help out I know they will appreciate it. Kori still needs to find some more $ for a nurse to take some of the stress off her as well as all the added expenses of his hospital stay. I think it was almost 4 weeks!!! Anything will help.
You can send donations through paypal to ravedaveblackburn@hotmail.com and I will pay all the fees.
I'm going to bring my laptop over to Dave this weekend so hopefully he will be able to get online for a bit.
Thanks for all your support,
Dave Blackburn

Posted by: Dr Evil Jul 14 2006, 12:01 AM

Roll on Brother, keep up the fight. Well wishes to you and yours.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 14 2006, 12:05 AM

After the WCC I visited my Brother-in-law who lives in Portland and has the same disease. He is a few years older than Dave and has two young boys. He can't use his hands, can't talk or swallow and is fed through a feeding tube. He can walk but just barely. It breaks my heart to see young people get sick like this.

Elliot

Posted by: Dave Blackburn Jul 15 2006, 10:49 AM

Bump!!

Posted by: Bleyseng Jul 15 2006, 02:04 PM

Dave didn't show up at the Swap Meet today.


Miss you Dave!!!

Posted by: scottb Jul 15 2006, 02:21 PM

QUOTE(Bleyseng @ Jul 15 2006, 04:04 PM)

Dave didn't show up at the Swap Meet today.


Miss you Dave!!!

Posted by: Dave Blackburn Jul 23 2006, 11:13 PM

Hey everyone.
Thanks for the donations so far. Dave and Kori are very grateful.
Dave got a different trachiotomy on Friday so he can now talk again. He hasn't been able to talk since he first went to the hospital. He would get very frustrated when everyone would have to try to read his lips. It will make him lots happier now that he can talk to his famialy again.
They have found one nurse to work with Dave ,but they are still looking for another one. He still needs 24hr care.
If you would like to donate you can send paypal to ravedaveblackburn@hotmail.com
I'll see if I can get Dave online for a bit this week.
Thanks again,
Dave Blackburn

Posted by: Toast Jul 24 2006, 01:21 AM

Thanks for the update on Dave, Dave.

Well wishes going out to Dave.

Posted by: LS6/914 Jul 24 2006, 09:37 PM

how is the VAN progress? I can bring a mobile shop to Daves on the CADDY TRANSPORTER (yes that caddy) if needed. Larry

Posted by: dinomium Jul 24 2006, 11:24 PM

know what I mean?!?! I know Dave does!

Posted by: Root_Werks Jul 25 2006, 08:13 AM

Hi Kori, Hi Dave

Posted by: loux951 Jul 25 2006, 04:55 PM

Dave,

Get better for us and your family, buddy...you are the foundation of this club! One day of these days I will return to Seattle and we will meet again...beers and hotwings are on me!

Best wishes to you, my friend.

Your Louisiana Cajun buddy,

Tommy Friloux

Posted by: TROJANMAN Jul 25 2006, 06:21 PM

Get better bud

Posted by: VegasRacer Jul 26 2006, 04:55 AM

4:19







*(gotta minute?)

Posted by: Korijo Aug 2 2006, 07:56 PM

Hello to everyone! Just wanted to give another update on Dave. He was able to get a fenestrated 'trache' which allows him to talk at certain times. It's great to hear his voice again. He's also been able to go off life support a little here and there. Although he will probably always remain on life support because of his further muscle loss and weakness, it's nice for him to be able to take breaks. And, yes, he's done a little 'experimenting' with this extra breathing hole

Dave and I would like to thank all of you who have given donations to help our family. It's always greatly appreciated, and never forgotten. We would like to have you all over- maybe some barbeque and beer. Let me know who's interested in the nice drive out to the mountains in North Bend about mid-September, and we can make it official.

I'm trying to get the 914 done through a dream foundation for terminally ill adults. Let's hope it works! Best wishes to all-

Kori

Posted by: TROJANMAN Aug 2 2006, 07:58 PM

thanks for the update

Posted by: elwood-914 Aug 2 2006, 08:00 PM

Kori, you and your family are an inspiration to me. Stay strong and give Dave our best. You are in my prayers.

Posted by: OpaAndy Aug 2 2006, 08:05 PM

QUOTE(elwood-914 @ Aug 2 2006, 07:00 PM)

Posted by: Toast Aug 3 2006, 11:05 AM

Glad you are still with us.
Thank you for the updates!

Posted by: seanery Aug 3 2006, 11:39 AM

Anyone have their current address?

Posted by: Root_Werks May 3 2008, 04:09 PM

Hey guys, here's the sort of original Dave thread. His contact info is on here. Maybe to keep things simple, we can keep the updates coming on this thread since it has a decent history on it already.

Posted by: reverie May 3 2008, 05:38 PM

If we don't hear from them soon, I'll swing by their house in North Bend tomorrow.

Posted by: Root_Werks May 3 2008, 05:51 PM

QUOTE(reverie @ May 3 2008, 04:38 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S May 4 2008, 10:37 AM

No reply to my email yet. It didn't bounce though.

Posted by: reverie May 4 2008, 11:25 AM

Okay, heading out now, about 2:30..

I'll post when I get back.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 4 2008, 08:33 PM

Posted by: reverie May 4 2008, 10:48 PM

We must be getting old. It was their old house! As soon as I saw it, I remembered that they used to live in North Bend, then they moved to a new place in... Sammamish?

Does anyone know that address?

Posted by: rick 918-S May 5 2008, 12:12 AM

I googled Dave in Snohomish, WA 8 ways to sunday and didn't get an address.

Posted by: Rand May 5 2008, 12:18 AM

I thought they moved to Snoqualmie? (Not Sammamish or Snohomish?)

Posted by: rick 918-S May 5 2008, 12:35 AM

Tried that also, Dave Cawdrey,Snoqualmie,wa... nothing.

Doesn't his parents own a business? Maybe we can give them a call and see if they'll put us in touch with them.

Posted by: reverie May 5 2008, 04:41 AM

Yes!.. Snoqualmie.. that's it!

Did a zabasearch for "Cawdrey" in Snoqualmie, and got their address. Woot! Gotta give credit where credit is due - thank you KaptKaos, for mentioning zabasearch. Dude!

I can't go to Snoqualmie until next weekend. Maybe someone else can give it a try before then? And yes, Dave's parents and siblings live in the Fremont area of Seattle, and have a business. That's kinda on my way to work. They don't know me, but I'll swing by.

Of course, it would be best to hear from Kori directly. Maybe she'll receive Rick's e-mail soon..

Rog

Posted by: rick 918-S May 5 2008, 07:58 AM

QUOTE(reverie @ May 5 2008, 02:41 AM)

Yes!.. Snoqualmie.. that's it!

Did a zabasearch for "Cawdrey" in Snoqualmie, and got their address. Woot! Gotta give credit where credit is due - thank you KaptKaos, for mentioning zabasearch. Dude!

I can't go to Snoqualmie until next weekend. Maybe someone else can give it a try before then? And yes, Dave's parents and siblings live in the Fremont area of Seattle, and have a business. That's kinda on my way to work. They don't know me, but I'll swing by.

Of course, it would be best to hear from Kori directly. Maybe she'll receive Rick's e-mail soon..

Rog

Posted by: Bleyseng May 5 2008, 08:50 AM

they used to live in Snoqualmie before moving to North Bend....

Posted by: effutuo101 May 5 2008, 09:40 AM

I bought a set of 916 bumpers from him before the club/world fracture. I had an email with his newest (parents) address on it, but it was lost in the shuffle. If one of they sys admins can go back to the archive's, we might be able to rescue it. I am headed over to Quincy today for a couple of days. Since his new address is right off the freeway, I will swing by and see if I can find it. Not high hopes, but fortune may bless.

Posted by: KaptKaos May 5 2008, 10:50 AM

QUOTE(reverie @ May 5 2008, 02:41 AM)

..thank you KaptKaos, for mentioning zabasearch. Dude!

Posted by: reverie May 5 2008, 11:33 AM

Bleyseng -- you're right.

The gang moved Dave's 914 shell from Fremont to Snoqualmie, using Larry's Caddy-hauler. So they moved to Snoqualmie first, and then North Bend.

Well.. the North Bend house is empty (literally), and there's a "for sale" sign out front with a real-estate company's name on it.. some small real-estate company that I never heard of. The house looked like it hadn't been occupied all winter.

This *might* indicate that Dave has passed on, and that Kori and the boys are living in Seattle again, near family. I guess the thing to do is go to the Cawdrey family's business in Fremont this week (the same building where his 914 shell was located when the gang widened the fenders). Maybe Kori will be there, or maybe she's back in Snoqualmie?

Okay, we'll see..

Posted by: rick 918-S May 5 2008, 01:18 PM

Nope, we would have gotten a hit on google. They must have just moved where Kori could get more care for Dave.

Posted by: reverie May 5 2008, 02:41 PM

Yes, thank you.

Okay, that would mean they're in Seattle, or maybe Snoqualmie. Each place has its advantages. I'll swing by their family business this afternoon on my way to work.

Posted by: Root_Werks May 5 2008, 09:10 PM

I remember the store and his folks. Dave's wife forgot her purse on the 914 move and I remember my wife and I going back to get it. Hopefully they will have some information for us.

Posted by: SGB May 5 2008, 10:46 PM

It appears there may be a viable "treatment" soon. I have a friend with ALS using the methods of this study (with his docs) to slow the effects substantially-
If we find Dave and Kori we need to tell them about it.

http://www.pnas.org/cgi/reprint/0708022105v1.pdf

Posted by: reverie May 6 2008, 02:07 AM

Wonderful news, everybody!

I got a voice-mail tonight from Dave's mother (Lillian) and she said Dave and Kori are doing good, and she's going to visit them tomorrow, and will pass along our greetings! She said she'll call me again tomorrow evening with an update. Far freakin' out!!!

So it looks like Dave and Kori are in Seattle, and Dave is doing pretty good! Wow!!!!! I'll post updates as soon as I get them. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask! I'll ask about some kind of get-together during the WCR, and/or before..

Totally awesome.

Posted by: Rand May 6 2008, 02:09 AM

AWESOME! That is such great news. Thanks for following this up.

Posted by: reverie May 6 2008, 02:20 AM

I'm so glad to post such good news.

Sorry it took me so long to post. I just got off work (midnight).. got Lillian's voice-mail at 7:30!.. been smiling all evening..

Posted by: thesey914 May 6 2008, 02:57 AM

Great to hear he is doing well. I wonder how old his kids are now?
I remember reading about the 914 move. Coolest flat bed truck ever!!

Posted by: reverie May 6 2008, 03:19 AM

That was a fun day!

The Caddy-hauler had an escort of 914s..

Dave and Kori in The Van® with big grins..

Maybe we'll do that again soon.

Posted by: SGB May 6 2008, 06:51 AM

Please tell him about the lithium study. It is REAL.

Posted by: Bleyseng May 6 2008, 08:45 AM

This is great news to hear! Thanks for the update....

Posted by: markb May 6 2008, 11:05 AM

I agree! I was dreading bad news. I'm glad he's doing OK.

Posted by: reverie May 6 2008, 01:01 PM

I just got off the phone with Lillian again. She'll be seeing Dave and Kori today, at their house in North Bend. They moved to a house "in town" near the Community Center. Lillian says it's a better house and it's more convenient to get to.

She'll pass along greetings from the group, and she'll ask them two questions today:
(1) I said we're interested in having Work Parties to work on the 914, if that's what Dave wants us to do. She thinks he would like that very much, and she'll ask him for the go-ahead.
(2) I said we're having a big event in mid-June (the WCR), and we'd like to have a get-together of some kind at Dave and Kori's place, just to say hello. She thinks he would like that very much also, and she'll ask him about that.

She said it's difficult for Dave to read e-mails because Kori has to hold the monitor close to him (which is hard for Kori). She says it would mean a lot if we sent CARDS to Dave and Kori, wishing them well and letting them know we're thinking of them.

She said it would mean a lot..

Here is Dave and Kori Cawdrey's address:

460 Meadow Drive SE
North Bend, WA 98045

Thank you, everyone.


(SGB, I didn't forget. I'll mention the lithium next time I talk with her. Could you please send me a PM with a link to that info? Thanks!)

Posted by: rick 918-S May 6 2008, 01:06 PM

Thank you for staying at this. I'll send a card out.

Edit: If Dave and Kori are up to the excitement of a work party someone will need to photo and do an evaluation on the cars present condition and what is available for tools, compressed air, body supplies, a place to prime the car, and what parts are there for reinstalling the suspension, driveline, interior,etc. I told Sandy if there is any way to fit this into our summer were going help out.

Here's a couple of thoughts.

As stated we need a complete inventory and body condition. This may require a team of guys before the work party. It may even take more than one day. The eval team will need someone with body skills, machanical skills, and someone with a good working knowledge of how 914's go together and someone with very good inventory and organizational skills. Parts should be boxed, labeled and grouped for a build day production push.

If were going to really get anything done we will need to form teams that can do production auto body, build sub assemblies for the mechanicals and get wiring and fuel systems ready to install.

We may even need to move the car to a local shop for a long weekend. So anyone with a space or a body shop connection, we will need you to step forward.

I think we could do an Overhauling type build with the right planning.

Is there an engine? transaxle?

Posted by: reverie May 6 2008, 02:40 PM

If it's okay with Dave and Kori, maybe we could look at the car this weekend.

I don't have a camera, but some of us do..

Maybe Sunday?

Posted by: rhodyguy May 6 2008, 04:47 PM

rick, to my knowledge the car hasn't been touched work wise since the fender stretching deal. the only handling has been is a few moves. it's near completely apart. apart enough that 4 guys could carry it easily. long road. depends where the tub is and where all of the parts are.

k

Posted by: Root_Werks May 6 2008, 07:01 PM

Don't forget this Sunday is Mothers day. I would love to come out and just take a look at Dave's 914 again to see were it's at and what it needs. I am also totally up for any work parties anyone schedules.

Posted by: Root_Werks May 7 2008, 09:33 PM

There is a chance I MIGHT, mind you MIGHT be able to get a hold of a 42" Plasma screen that is only good for PC/Laptop use (flat screen, wall mountable). If I could secure this, I don't have anything to haul it in. I am thinking Dave could read if the letters on his screen were 3-4 inches tall. Anyone have a truck or SUV if I can get this thing? It's friggen heavy.

Posted by: messix May 7 2008, 09:40 PM

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ May 7 2008, 08:33 PM)

Posted by: Gary May 7 2008, 09:40 PM

I have a Nissan Armada. Things are pretty busy now, but I could schedule a weekend day to help a great cause.

Posted by: Root_Werks May 7 2008, 09:57 PM

I just shot my boss an e-mail asking him if we could have to donate the TV and if not, what he would want for it. I should know by tomorrow.

Posted by: KELTY360 May 8 2008, 12:16 AM

I could supply shop space for a bit. No compressor though.

Posted by: Pnambic May 8 2008, 09:52 AM

BTW, they say that Plasmas should never be laid on their backs. Always keep them upright. With LCD's, it doesn't matter, but I'm told the Plasma TV's can suffer significant damage if not transported carefully and upright.

Posted by: rjames May 8 2008, 03:50 PM

I only met Dave once (two summers ago) and bought some sheet metal off of him, but I'm happy to join everyone else in a work party to get a car built for him. Please keep the postings alive here with updates as they happen.

Thanks!

Posted by: Root_Werks May 9 2008, 05:27 PM

I talked to my boss today and he said we could have either the 36 or 42" plasma. Both work and are pretty much only good for PC use. If anyone goes to see Dave and his family this weekend, make sure to ask if they would like it for thier PC.

Posted by: reverie May 9 2008, 05:37 PM

Dan, nothing afoot this weekend.

Dave's mother (Lillian) says next weekend looks pretty open. I'll send an e-mail to her today, to pass along the info above. I'll post as soon as I hear back from her.

You guys are way cool.

Posted by: SGB May 9 2008, 08:52 PM

QUOTE(reverie @ May 9 2008, 06:37 PM)

Posted by: rick 918-S May 9 2008, 08:53 PM

Thinkin the good thoughts

Posted by: Root_Werks May 29 2008, 07:38 PM

I don't have anything to haul a Plasma TV in. Anyone want to jump on this. Else I will let the offer die off. Lemme know.

Posted by: shoguneagle May 29 2008, 08:26 PM

Thanks for the updating regarding Dave!!!! As Redbeard said back in 2006, "This is one of the main reasons I am still involved with 914's. The thread regarding Dave tells what the hole 914 scene is all about.

Thanks for following and getting current information on Dave and his family. Let us know if people living from afar can help in anyway possible.

The best of everything and our thoughts are with Dave and his family.

Steve N Sandy Hurt
Flagstaff, AZ

Posted by: rdauenhauer May 29 2008, 09:36 PM

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ May 29 2008, 06:38 PM)

Posted by: SGB May 29 2008, 10:21 PM

I know you guys have a lot going on, but TIME is so important to Dave. Please keep on top of this. Thanks very very much. You fellers absolutely are champions. All I got is this keyboard and a little attitude.

Posted by: SGB May 29 2008, 10:22 PM

I know you guys have a lot going on, but TIME is so important to Dave. Please keep on top of this. Thanks very very much. You fellers absolutely are champions. All I got is this keyboard and a little attitude.

Posted by: Root_Werks May 29 2008, 10:39 PM

QUOTE(rdauenhauer @ May 29 2008, 08:36 PM)

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ May 29 2008, 06:38 PM)

I don't have anything to haul a Plasma TV in. Anyone want to jump on this. Else I will let the offer die off. Lemme know.

Dan my truck should do.
what is the plan/schedual?

Posted by: championgt1 May 29 2008, 11:10 PM

QUOTE(rdauenhauer @ May 29 2008, 08:36 PM)

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ May 29 2008, 06:38 PM)

I don't have anything to haul a Plasma TV in. Anyone want to jump on this. Else I will let the offer die off. Lemme know.

Dan my truck should do.
what is the plan/schedual?

Posted by: Rand May 30 2008, 01:21 AM

Please keep us posted if you learn any news. I want to help.

Posted by: reverie May 30 2008, 02:46 AM

This weekend would be awesome.


Dave and Kori's address:

460 Meadow Drive SE, North Bend

Posted by: rjames May 30 2008, 12:50 PM

There's a good chance that I'll have some free time saturday afternoon.

Posted by: Rand May 30 2008, 12:53 PM

I'm finishing our move this weekend.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 30 2008, 01:10 PM

You guys are golden

Posted by: Root_Werks May 30 2008, 04:53 PM

QUOTE(rdauenhauer @ May 29 2008, 08:36 PM)

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ May 29 2008, 06:38 PM)

I don't have anything to haul a Plasma TV in. Anyone want to jump on this. Else I will let the offer die off. Lemme know.

Dan my truck should do.
what is the plan/schedual?

Posted by: rdauenhauer May 31 2008, 01:13 AM

Looks like itll have to be Sun?
Jeff will be over here tomorrow helping me then I have a Baseball game for my
son at 4:30

Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 2 2008, 11:05 AM

Rich and I picked up the TV/Monitor for Dave this weekend. We need his Seattle address for delivery though. Maybe this coming weekend or some weeknight? Rich has the TV in his truck.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 2 2008, 08:18 PM

It's posted in this thread. 460 Meadow Drive SE, North Bend

Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 2 2008, 11:01 PM

Rog can you confirm? I think that is the old address.

Posted by: reverie Jun 3 2008, 02:09 AM

Hi, Rich.

Yes, that's their new address, per Dave's mom (Lillian). She said it to me on the phone,
and then I repeated it back to her to confirm that it's correct.

Their old house was on the south side of I-90. They moved to the north side of I-90
(red star on map) for easier access to I-90, shopping, etc.


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Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 3 2008, 10:15 AM

Sounds like a couple of guys should plan on a little trip to North Bend to set up a new monitor for Dave then.

Anyone up for this weekend?

Posted by: greenie Jun 3 2008, 11:36 AM

QUOTE(Root_Werks @ Jun 3 2008, 09:15 AM)

Sounds like a couple of guys should plan on a little trip to North Bend to set up a new monitor for Dave then.

Anyone up for this weekend?

Posted by: LS6/914 Jun 3 2008, 11:57 AM

The Caddy-hauler is still available to move the tub if needed. Also have portable compressors and body tools. My buddy at the paint store may be able to get a break on the cost of paint and supplies. Anyway I can help let me know, Larry aka Caddy-hauler

Posted by: reverie Jun 8 2008, 08:20 PM

Any news?

Posted by: KELTY360 Jun 8 2008, 10:07 PM

QUOTE(greenie @ Jun 3 2008, 10:36 AM)

Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 8 2008, 10:35 PM

We should pick a date and stick with it. I have class on the 14th so it may be tough for me to join next weekend with Fathers Day on the 15th. Rich has the monitor loaded and ready to go, so it's not like I have to be around. Rich, you free either day this next weekend? let's get it done.

Posted by: reverie Jun 9 2008, 07:29 AM

Rich, what do you think?.. maybe Saturday the 14th?

Dan, do we have everything to install the big-screen, and connect it to Kori's laptop?

Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 9 2008, 08:35 AM

QUOTE(reverie @ Jun 9 2008, 06:29 AM)

Rich, what do you think?.. maybe Saturday the 14th?

Dan, do we have everything to install the big-screen, and connect it to Kori's laptop?

Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 9 2008, 12:05 PM

Sorry was off the reservation this WE, the Boy had his last games of spring ball over the WE ...in the Rain.
On a positive note he did end up with the team leading batting average
What a June friggin wet an cold
Anyway yes I think this next WE we can put it together.
Monitor is Safe sound and Dry.

Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 12 2008, 11:53 AM

Ok were down for this Sat. late afternoon.
Rog can you contact Kori or whom youve been communicating with
and confirm. Dan is on board.
Locals.. any that would would like to help or just visit perhaps we can
arrange a small drive.

Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 12 2008, 03:52 PM

Yup, Michelle and I "should" be in the 914 and meeting at Rich's around 3:30PM

Posted by: reverie Jun 12 2008, 06:14 PM

Just so everyone can plan - what is the expected arrival time at Korijo's?..
4:00? earlier? later? It's all good.

Posted by: KELTY360 Jun 12 2008, 06:24 PM

QUOTE(rdauenhauer @ Jun 12 2008, 10:53 AM)

Ok were down for this Sat. late afternoon.
Rog can you contact Kori or whom youve been communicating with
and confirm. Dan is on board.
Locals.. any that would would like to help or just visit perhaps we can
arrange a small drive.

Posted by: reverie Jun 12 2008, 07:53 PM

E-mail sent to Dave and Kori.


We could meet at the McDonald's in North Bend just off I-90 and
caravan a few blocks to the house, or just meet at the house.

What time, pleeeese?

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 12 2008, 08:49 PM

Take a good clear inventory of his car. Front to rear, suspension, engine, transaxle, wiring, etc.

Posted by: SGB Jun 12 2008, 08:55 PM

Posted by: reverie Jun 13 2008, 06:31 PM

Rich, it's about 4:30 Friday afternoon, and I haven't heard back from Kori. It could mean that she's busy with school and hasn't checked her e-mail in the last 24 hours, but it also could mean that the Cawdreys are busy this weekend. I don't know. I'll post again at midnight (my next opportunity) to let you know if this weekend is a "go" or not..

If it's a go, what is your expected arrival time?

Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 13 2008, 11:25 PM

figure 45 min to an hr if no traffic issues w/Dan and I leaving my house
'round 3:30

Posted by: reverie Jun 14 2008, 02:45 AM

Well, shit..

It's after midnight. It's 12:30 a.m. Saturday morning, and Kori has not replied to my e-mail. We have to cancel. It would suck to go all the way out there, just to find nobody home.


Maybe we can do it next weekend.

Posted by: rhodyguy Jun 14 2008, 07:59 AM

emails . didn't one of you guys get a phone #?

k

Posted by: rick 918-S Jun 14 2008, 10:44 AM

QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Jun 14 2008, 05:59 AM)

emails . didn't one of you guys get a phone #?

k

Posted by: effutuo101 Jun 14 2008, 10:52 AM

Reviere, Call Daves mom again. Maybe she can help out with a phone number.

Posted by: reverie Jun 14 2008, 11:41 AM

Yeah, I'm an idiot.

Good idea, Chris. I have Lillian's cell-phone number somewhere in my e-mails. I'll call her and explain the situation, and ask for their number, and then I'll call Kori.

I'll do that now.

Posted by: Root_Werks Jun 14 2008, 11:52 AM

I am heading off to class and will still stop by Rich's place after. If we're on, we're going. Got the 914 all gassed up.

Posted by: reverie Jun 14 2008, 12:02 PM

It's almost 10:00. I just left a voice-mail on Lillian's cell phone, with my phone number. I assume she'll call me as soon as she gets the message, so we should know soon.

I'll post as soon as I know.

Posted by: reverie Jun 14 2008, 04:46 PM

Well, it's 2:45... no phone calls, no e-mails.

I guess we should call it off, and get a nice buzz on.


Rich, can you keep the big-screen for another week?

Posted by: rdauenhauer Jun 14 2008, 05:08 PM

No issues.
We'll make it happen
Enjoy the Sat.