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I'm in for a donation, been thinking I hope the family has access on his profile here and one day can see what a total stranger did to help and touch soo many . You're right his daughter is way cuter ... I think it's the lack of 5 o clock shadow lol. Anyone can message me and let me know how to contribute.

I don't want to speak for the family but perhaps a donation to a Cancer charity in his name would be a good idea. But please please please pick one with a good rating, there's quite a fake rating game going on with Cancer charities.

The American Cancer Society is the only organization I would consider. You can donate online in the memory of someone.

https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign...SAAEgLXYvD_BwE

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As GW reminded a few of us frequently..... It sucks to be you guys. He's right again. :sieg:

He was the most loyal friend I've ever had, just an amazing individual that was incredibly generous with his time and knowledge when it came to helping a fellow car guy/gal. And without a doubt one of the best trouble shooting minds I've ever known.

The last four days have been real tough. There will not be a day during the rest of my coherent life that I won't reflect on some contribution GW made to me.

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Originally Posted by 214Chevelle (Post 694788)

Aye, I have a question/suggestion. First, is Lat-g sending any condolences to the Weld Family...to his wife Gwen (I think that's her name, if I'm correct)? Secondly, if not...I think we should being that Greg has helped many of us out on a plethora of occasions, rather physically or just sound advice. He's made an impact on this forum. I doubt anyone disagrees with what he brought to the table. Therefore, I know this isn't financially on Lat-g, so we could pass the hat. Nothing big...just a small donation from a few of us to send a reef, small spray, bouquet of flowers, etc. For anyone who wants to take the lead who may know how to get in contact with his wife/family to have it delivered. I'd be the first to fork over my $5 for such a cause. Provide a Paypal, Ca$h App, Zelle, etc. account. For example, if 20 guys gave $5/each...$100 would buy a nice gift. Something to think about. Lastly, I hadn't been back and read thru all of the posts in this thread, so if this has been discussed or already taken care of, I digress. I'm sure Greg would give his $5 for one of us, knowing the Greg I know.

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Originally Posted by Tim john--- (Post 694806)

I'm in for a donation, just tell me when, where & how to do so (in what form, Pay Pal, etc.).

Tim john---

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Originally Posted by raustinss (Post 694818)

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Originally Posted by David Pozzi (Post 694823)

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Originally Posted by TheJDMan (Post 694825)

The American Cancer Society is the only organization I would consider. You can donate online in the memory of someone.

https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign...SAAEgLXYvD_BwE

I have been wanting to do something in his memory, and I like this idea. I can handle the donations also, just need to research which organization is best.

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Originally Posted by Sieg (Post 694826)

Last summer around this time I felt Greg was in a funk - weak poor appetite etc. To try to cheer him up, I off Handedly said to not give up, otherwise Sieg will run off with Gwen after, you don’t want that do you? I asked - without hesitation he says “Omg she would kill him...” lol he perked up and appreciated the normality and simple joy Of bs ing about life and car stuff - he loved our latg community without a doubt

Thanks GW for everything. Miss you already buddy!

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Originally Posted by David Pozzi (Post 694823)

I love that idea David. Also the Mayo Clinic, and cannabis cancer research

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Originally Posted by Ns RS (Post 694832)

We definitely talked about his health issues but also never stopped the normal banter we’ve shared for years. When I helped him move his Thunderhill shop I remember cleaning out the old shop and some sappy country music song came on his play list. As I walked past him I mentioned that this **** was straight up suicide music, he said-I’ve got a bottle of morphine and a .45, I replied with my usual response, you go I go. We both paused, looked at each other and just started laughing.
I feel like he fought to the end to get things the way he felt they’d be best. He championed and made it out to the track a few times, saw his friends a couple more times and was ok with the world around him.
This pic is the last Sonoma trip when Dave was running his car. Rob Dickey convinced Weld to get out of the house and “just go”. We all met and spent the weekend at a wet track doing what we do. I have pictures of Greg wrenching on Dave’s car, fixing some electrical issues but this is more fitting. He absolutely loved being with his friends and helping where he could.

I'm in, let me know when and where to send a donation. I kinda like the cannabis research idea, but whichever you choose, I'm ok with it.