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11-16-2014, 10:44 AM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Feb 2011
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Rick parker --r.i.p.
I have been a member for many years, but not very active. I have a message to post about a member that has been quite active and has had a LOVE of Cobra's for many years. Rick Parker, passed away yesterday morning ( Nov. 15) of a heart related problem. I know that Rick loved Club Cobra and was always giving advice or seeking new info on the Cobra.
I have known Rick since high school and he was like a brother to me. In the 1970's I owned a 289 Cobra for a while and Rick had a 911 Porsche. We had great times as punk 22 year olds playing with cars. I attended the Reno Shelby event with him about 10 years ago and also the Laguna Seca Shelby meet about 3-4 years ago. Hundreds of real Cobra's. Rick was like a kid in a candy store. We had a great time. I have truly lost a very good friend. Club Cobra has also lost a great person in the Cobra community. Anyone that would like information can e-mail me at : cpmunschy@att.net
Please repost this to the proper Club Cobra section. I just wanted to get the word out to his friends.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
I wrote a tribute to Rick, detailing some of our hi-jinx over the years. If any one would like to read it "friend" me on facebook or send me your e-mail address and I will send it to you. We had a lot of great times...Rick was quite a guy, and great friend. He loved the people associated with Club Cobra.....
Craig Munschy
cpmunschy@att.net
Last edited by Craig Munschy; 12-10-2014 at 10:00 AM..
Reason: Additional information.
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11-16-2014, 10:52 AM
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Senior CC Premier Member
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Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: SoCal,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: CSX #4xxx with CSX 482; David Kee Toploader
Posts: 3,574
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Oh my God. I just was watching his posts this past week!
I am deeply sorry to hear the news and will always remember his great influence on this site.
He and his family will be in my prayers tonight.
God Bless him.
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11-16-2014, 11:12 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 427 S/C, Twin Paxton 511 FE
Posts: 2,594
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I can't believe it. What a shock.
I'll truly miss his presence here.
He was such a valuable contributor on this forum. If that's any indication of what Rick was like elsewhere, and I'm sure it is, then the world lost another good one.
Always selflessly helping others.
RIP, pal.
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11-16-2014, 11:19 AM
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: Fresno,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 184/482ci Shelby
Posts: 14,445
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Craig...the thread is fine right here and thanks for letting me know this morning.
I'm extremely sad about this...Rick was truly one of the really good guys on this site. He helped folks whenever he could and welcomed newbies as if they were old friends. I don't recall anyone ever having a bad thing to say about Rick, nor could they.
Behind all that, he was just a damn good guy...whether just emailing or being at the different events...like Craig said, the Reno and Laguna Seca events come to mind.
Really going to miss you buddy.
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11-16-2014, 11:26 AM
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Join Date: May 2006
Location: LAS VEGAS,
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Cobra Make, Engine: contemporary(2) one with 427 sohc and one with 427 center oiler
Posts: 491
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I always looked forward to reading his posts. I will miss them. R.I.P. Rick
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11-16-2014, 11:46 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: BRADENTON,
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Cobra Make, Engine: KIRKHAM 427 S/C, SHELBY 427 ALUM. STROKER
Posts: 1,396
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What a shock ! He always helped me (and others) in our weber tuning efforts and any other problems that were posted here.
On my drive today, he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
You never know which drive will be your last.
R.I.P. Rick
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11-16-2014, 11:55 AM
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Very sad. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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11-16-2014, 12:04 PM
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You nailed it....Rick was a great guy!
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11-16-2014, 12:11 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Louisville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: I'm Cobra-less!
Posts: 9,417
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I am floored.
I just can't believe it.
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11-16-2014, 12:22 PM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: ione,
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF #1473 392 cu.in. titanium/black stripes
Posts: 945
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I'm numb, my last email from Rick was only three days ago, and now he's gone. It's hard to get my head around that fact. With his wealth of knowledge, that he was always willing to share, he will be sorely missed.
The Cobra community has truly lost a good friend. Rest in peace, buddy.
Bob
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11-16-2014, 12:50 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Rome,
ME
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 744/428/TKO 600
Posts: 291
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Thoughts and prayers to Rick's family and friends.
Last edited by sea2jet; 11-16-2014 at 12:52 PM..
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11-16-2014, 12:55 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Atlanta,
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Cobra Make, Engine: CAV GT40 with 331 KC
Posts: 2,187
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Sad news indeed.
RIP buddy.
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11-16-2014, 12:55 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: West Chester,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #795 427 S/C completed Jan. '14 - '68 FE 427 side oiler
Posts: 1,051
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When I was building my car last fall and winter I asked a lot of questions here on the forum and Rick responded to a number of them with helpful and thoughtful information. Rest in peace Rick...
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11-16-2014, 12:57 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Oakland CA and Clayton NY,
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Cobra Make, Engine: GT350,289 w/48IDA Webers
Posts: 109
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Wow, we're all at a loss. How sad. I too was having PM exchanges with Rick within the last couple of weeks, Weber conversations no less. My condolences to his family and close friends, he will definitely be missed.
Sincerest regards,
Earl J Castillo
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11-16-2014, 12:57 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA 'Street' Build
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Rick helped me with numerous questions before, during and after my build. Did not matter if you had just joined CC or been a founding member, he was always there for one and all with a wealth of information and invaluable suggestions. Sincerest condolences to Ricks family and friends.
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11-16-2014, 01:24 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Mooresville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Factory Five chassis/Mr. Bruce slabside
Posts: 601
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My gosh, that's heartbreaking. This is reduntant, but he was just a wonderful man. He helped me with a number of things as he most graciously did with others. He will be sorely missed.
Rest in Peace brother Rick!
John O
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11-16-2014, 01:33 PM
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Wow, that's a shocker! Rick and I talked on the phone a number of times about 289 stuff!
So sorry to hear this news! My condolences to his family and friends. We'll all miss you Rick!
Larry
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11-16-2014, 01:45 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Greenville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-289 FIA, 65 Sunbeam Tiger, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
Posts: 12,690
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Our prayers are with his family.
Bill S.
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11-16-2014, 02:13 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Cobra Make, Engine: Viking Blue "64" 289 FIA comp car by Superformance #0002, Keith Craft - 331 (460HP), Jim Inglese - 48IDA Weber carbs, BW T10 4spd.
Posts: 430
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I'm also saddened to hear of Ricks passing. He was certainly one of my favorites... and it won't be the same around here without him. Rick helped me out too and I'm proud to have a pair of valve covers he crafted as well as to have something to remember him by.
Goodbye and Godspeed to you buddy. I'm really going to miss you.
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11-16-2014, 02:14 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Central California,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Bennett Cobra
Posts: 70
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rick and his family. I will miss Rick and his numerous caravans we participated in...
Hopefully, his son will carry on with the "289 Cobra" as Rick was gathering the pieces for a new engine. RIP gearhead friend!
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