rhodyguy
Aug 12 2014, 12:14 PM
i noted the mention in the 'teener tuesday' thread this am. if you're able, please join us for the drive to bellingham for his celebration of life next monday the 18th. nate suggests meeting at the costco in burlington @2pm and i think that's a great plan. nord always managed to find the time to drive to get togethers. bellingham to bremerton, a long haul for breakfast. if you can, take a moment at 3pm pst next monday and keep him in your thoughts.
kevin
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 12:25 PM
Very sad
Nord will be missed by all.
carr914
Aug 12 2014, 12:33 PM
RIP
SirAndy
Aug 12 2014, 12:47 PM
MartyYeoman
Aug 12 2014, 01:21 PM
I got to know Nord at the WCC at The Dalles a couple of years ago.
Sorry to hear the news. RIP good buddy.
BIGKAT_83
Aug 12 2014, 01:50 PM
RIP
Mblizzard
Aug 12 2014, 03:34 PM
Never got to meet Nordic but had several conversations with him and he was a great guy. I will take a drive for him!
Eddie914
Aug 12 2014, 06:41 PM
STUNNED! He will be dearly missed!
I just spent time with him on 08/02 at the swap meet. He looked healthy as ever??
RIP
messix
Aug 12 2014, 07:08 PM
no words seem enough to express, a great man, humble, fun, what a loss I am so saddened.
rick 918-S
Aug 12 2014, 07:40 PM
Sorry to read this.
Mike Bellis
Aug 12 2014, 08:24 PM
jim_hoyland
Aug 12 2014, 08:27 PM
Very sad to hear this. I met Nord at two WCRs, Seattle and The Dalles. Always interesting and a real 914'r
RIP
pcar916
Aug 12 2014, 08:38 PM
He's left behind a bunch of folks with fond memories of him. That's a great legacy.
JRust
Aug 12 2014, 08:58 PM
So sorry to hear this! Nord looked to be in great shape. Always a pleasure to hang with him at any event. He was a true asset to us all. R.I.P Nord you will be missed
speed metal army
Aug 12 2014, 09:15 PM
I met Nord at the vintage races in Mission. I was rolling through with my car just after I converted it. He flagged me down, and we talked cars. Super nice guy, always trying to get me to go on runs in Wa state.
RIP
Drums66
Aug 12 2014, 09:16 PM
*God bless*....Sincere regards to his family!
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 09:19 PM
Hi All,
I just got off the phone with one of Nord's sons Paul.
Kind of funny that he was trying to reach Nord's friends but didn't know how to contact us.
He tried PCA but since Nord was a teener they didn't know us!
This morning I called Nord on his cell phone, his granddaughter told Paul that someone called Grandpa!
Paul knows how important the 914 and the people that love these cars were to his father. He was so happy to talk.
I told him of our plans to drive up an honor his dad, he said that him and his family will be thrilled!
Shorts and flip flops (it's all Nord wore) are appropriate.
I'm missing Nord,
Curt
messix
Aug 12 2014, 09:33 PM
I got half the day off to go.
rhodyguy
Aug 12 2014, 09:45 PM
Detective curt! Good work!
Mr.242
Aug 12 2014, 09:47 PM
I am in shock. I have very fond memories of NORD. He sold me my front valence, ecause be wanted me to have a very nice one for my build. He insisted on a fair price. I am blessed to have had this happen.
My mind spins as I try to get my Monday figured out so I can make the drive. I have no vacation time at work and suspect I will be denied.
My thoughts and condolences. NORD you will be missed.
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 09:52 PM
QUOTE(Mr.242 @ Aug 12 2014, 06:47 PM)
I am in shock. I have very fond memories of NORD. He sold me my front valence, ecause be wanted me to have a very nice one for my build. He insisted on a fair price. I am blessed to have had this happen.
My mind spins as I try to get my Monday figured out so I can make the drive. I have no vacation time at work and suspect I will be denied.
My thoughts and condolences. NORD you will be missed.
He drove from Bellingham to deliver a front GT valence to me, "didn't want it to get
fucked up".
This is how a man is remembered!
I hope you can make it.
messix
Aug 12 2014, 09:57 PM
we might have to run up mount baker at sunset and pour a little maple syrup in his honor.
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 10:08 PM
QUOTE(messix @ Aug 12 2014, 06:57 PM)
we might have to run up mount baker at sunset and pour a little maple syrup in his honor.
I said that I wouldn't attend his breakfast a few years ago if he didn't have maple smoked sausage, he went out of his way and cooked up my "special sausage".
I hope it was maple smoked.
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 10:12 PM
A friend of Nord's sent me this...
"Nord was a good man and a friend to me in many different circles. his 914 was a big deal to him and a path to many good friends. I'm gonna miss him. I'm missing him right now."
aircooledtechguy
Aug 12 2014, 10:20 PM
QUOTE(greenie @ Aug 12 2014, 08:19 PM)
Hi All,
I just got off the phone with one of Nord's sons Paul.
Kind of funny that he was trying to reach Nord's friends but didn't know how to contact us.
He tried PCA but since Nord was a teener they didn't know us!
This morning I called Nord on his cell phone, his granddaughter told Paul that someone called Grandpa!
Paul knows how important the 914 and the people that love these cars were to his father. He was so happy to talk.
I told him of our plans to drive up an honor his dad, he said that him and his family will be thrilled!
Shorts and flip flops (it's all Nord wore) are appropriate.
I'm missing Nord,
Curt
That is SOOOOOO Nord!!
I guess I'm ready then.
Since I've had a day to digest the loss of my friend, I find myself smiling at the memories we shared over the past 5 years that I knew him.
I have really fond memories teaming up with Nord for the Artist Point runs. We'd talk cars as we cooked eggs, sausage ("the maple kind, yeah, yeah. . .") pancakes etc. Nord lived and breathed cars and had a special affinity for the 914.
He was one hell of a driver too. About a year ago, I had a father/son pair come out to the shop from Spokane for an engine build. That Wednesday evening was the Artist Point run for the Chuckanut sports car club, so I called Nord to see if he had an empty seat for one of them. Of course he was happy to oblige. We proceeded to give those two guys a night they would never forget. We made it from the top to the bottom in just over 14 minutes that night.
When we stopped for dinner after the blast down, the dad looked at Nord and I and said, "This beats the hell out of hanging around at the hotel!! I've never been so scared in all my life!!" I looked at Nord and said, "Mission accomplished!!"
I'm glad I was able to make one more trip up and down Artist Point with him a couple weeks ago. . .
R.I.P. Nord!! May you always enjoy the endless twisty road and perpetually full tank. . .
messix
Aug 12 2014, 10:31 PM
lets go !!!
KELTY360
Aug 12 2014, 10:40 PM
Greenie's mention of Nord's granddaughter got me to thinking about what a great Grandpa he must have been; that easy smile and gravelly voice must have been music to a little one's ears....Grandpa's here!
Hard to believe he's gone, he was so engaged in everyday living and so full of life. This is very hard to take. Miss you buddy.
TC 914-8
Aug 12 2014, 10:42 PM
WOW , Very sad news !!!!!
Troy just messaged me. I was just thinking of him last Saturday as I viewed Mt Baker, thinking I would love to make his breakfast run to Artist point this year. My condolenceses to his family, Nord was always smiling and having fun. I know he was close to alot of you PNW and World brothers, many stories will be remembered and retold about him. I can reflect on the several times we met and hung out. Always a class act. His memory will last with me until its my turn.........
RIP Nord sad.gif sad.gif
greenie
Aug 12 2014, 10:53 PM
Nord and Artist Point
montoya 73 2.0
Aug 12 2014, 10:56 PM
This is a sad day indeed. A great guy and a even better human being. He will be missed!
jeeperjohn56
Aug 13 2014, 01:00 AM
Sorry to read this, met Nord at the Dalles WCR2013 will be truly missed.
DNHunt
Aug 13 2014, 06:19 AM
We don't see Mt Baker often from T town but when I do from now on it will remind me of Nord. I only made the run once but it was a great day. Wish I could make it Monday but on a trip planned for a long time.
flipb
Aug 13 2014, 08:21 AM
Never met Nord, but he sold me a set of 1.7 rockers last year for my 2056 build. Super-pleasant to deal with, and insisted that I not send payment until I'd received the parts and verified that I could use them.
My condolences to his family and those who knew him well. Will be thinking of you all next time I drive the teener. Make the most of your time; we don't get to see how much is left on the game clock.
Dr Evil
Aug 13 2014, 09:53 AM
Damn
We were friends and he was definitely as awesome as you all describe. I first met him in person at the last PNW clinic and he brought some pickled fish to temp me with/fuck with me.
Very generous. He had offered up he place for this coming PNW clinic and it just happened to be too far for most. We talked often over email/PM. Cant believe how sudden this was as I knew nothing of any illness. We have lost a great man, friend, enthusiast and we are all better for knowing him.
CptTripps
Aug 13 2014, 11:17 AM
Wow. That just really sucks.
My thoughts are with his family.
Tom
Aug 13 2014, 11:56 AM
So sorry to hear this. I met Nord once, the breakfast at the Bremerton pancake house in 09. What a great guy, drove all the way down to for breakfast with other teeners. Always wanted to go to one of his drives and breakfast but it seemed there was always something keeping me from it. My loss!! He will be missed. He was a great ambassador for our cars and our lives! RIP buddy!
Tom
ruby914
Aug 13 2014, 12:10 PM
Sorry to hear this bad news.
I didn't know the man but a search reminded me, he was always there with
, never missed a Birthday.
RIP Nord.
JRust
Aug 13 2014, 12:37 PM
QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Aug 12 2014, 11:14 AM)
i noted the mention in the 'teener tuesday' thread this am. if you're able, please join us for the drive to bellingham for his celebration of life next monday the 18th. nate suggests meeting at the costco in burlington @2pm and i think that's a great plan. nord always managed to find the time to drive to get togethers. bellingham to bremerton, a long haul for breakfast. if you can, take a moment at 3pm pst next monday and keep him in your thoughts.
kevin
I wish I could make it. I'll see if I can swing it but it is doubtful. I am thankful I got to know Nord over the years. My prayers are with his family through this difficult time. I hope I can work it out to come
KELTY360
Aug 13 2014, 01:31 PM
QUOTE(JRust @ Aug 13 2014, 10:37 AM)
QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Aug 12 2014, 11:14 AM)
i noted the mention in the 'teener tuesday' thread this am. if you're able, please join us for the drive to bellingham for his celebration of life next monday the 18th. nate suggests meeting at the costco in burlington @2pm and i think that's a great plan. nord always managed to find the time to drive to get togethers. bellingham to bremerton, a long haul for breakfast. if you can, take a moment at 3pm pst next monday and keep him in your thoughts.
kevin
I wish I could make it. I'll see if I can swing it but it is doubtful. I am thankful I got to know Nord over the years. My prayers are with his family through this difficult time. I hope I can work it out to come
If you need a place to stay Monday night you can crash at my place Jamie.
6freak
Aug 13 2014, 03:13 PM
R.I.P
ThePaintedMan
Aug 13 2014, 03:21 PM
Awful to hear this, and my condolences to his family and all of you that knew him out there. My dad had his third heart attack this Saturday and we nearly lost him... so I know how it can be. Here's hoping Nord's on a nice twisty mountain drive right now.
watsonrx13
Aug 13 2014, 05:06 PM
R.I.P.
sixnotfour
Aug 13 2014, 05:13 PM
Had a great talk with Nord at JW swap meet..... We both agreed Life is too short...RIP
sgetsiv
Aug 14 2014, 12:31 AM
I am super sad to hear about Nord's passing. I spent an evening with him at WCR 2013 in The Dalles. What a great guy. A wonderful person...
RIP Nord. You will be missed.
messix
Aug 17 2014, 10:52 PM
btt
helios
Aug 18 2014, 10:54 AM
May the roads be forever twisty good buddy.
You are, and will always be missed.
Daiberl
Aug 18 2014, 11:59 AM
Just coming back from a trip and reading this, so sad. I talked with Nord at the JW Swap Meet and he was as always, I will miss him at our gatherings. RIP Nord!
Eddie914
Aug 18 2014, 12:35 PM
per Nate,
See anyone at 2:00 @ Burlington Costco?
Eddie
messix
Aug 18 2014, 12:51 PM
we are supposed to make a fuel stop there then
KELTY360
Aug 18 2014, 12:57 PM
QUOTE(Eddie914 @ Aug 18 2014, 10:35 AM)
per Nate,
See anyone at 2:00 @ Burlington Costco?
Eddie
See you there.
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