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11-16-2014, 09:44 AM
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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 09:00 AM..
Reason: Additional information.
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11-16-2014, 09:52 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: SoCal,
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX #4xxx with CSX 482; David Kee Toploader
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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, 10:12 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 427 S/C, Twin Paxton 511 FE
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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, 11:04 AM
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You nailed it....Rick was a great guy!
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11-16-2014, 11:11 AM
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Location: Louisville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: I'm Cobra-less!
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I am floored.
I just can't believe it.
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11-16-2014, 10:19 AM
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Join Date: May 2001
Location: Fresno,
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Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 184/482ci Shelby
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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, 10:26 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: contemporary(2) one with 427 sohc and one with 427 center oiler
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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, 10:46 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: KIRKHAM 427 S/C, SHELBY 427 ALUM. STROKER
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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, 10:55 AM
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Very sad. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
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11-16-2014, 11:22 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: SPF #1473 392 cu.in. titanium/black stripes
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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, 11:57 AM
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Location: Oakland CA and Clayton NY,
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Cobra Make, Engine: GT350,289 w/48IDA Webers
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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, 11:57 AM
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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 Rick’s family and friends.
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11-16-2014, 12:24 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Factory Five chassis/Mr. Bruce slabside
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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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12-03-2014, 06:45 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 289 FIA #2100 Rio Red Wimbledon White Stripes 302 stroked to 331 Webers Richmond Road Race 5 speed
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Rest in Peace
So sorry to hear about Rick. We lost another good one. He and I helped each other solve our weber intake cooling issues. I will miss him on this site. My prayers to his family and friends.
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11-16-2014, 02:25 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: AK1085 (302 Street), HTM111 (427 Comp), CSX2375R (289 Comp) and COB5999 (427 S/C)
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Rest in peace my friend. His last post on my thread was advice as always helpful.
He will be missed!
RIP
Jeff G
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11-16-2014, 02:43 PM
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RIP Rick
Rick was the kind od guy who would reach and help anyone. We shared lot 's of conversations about tuning our weber carbs and cobras etc...
My condolences to this family
Jon
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11-16-2014, 08:12 PM
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I am truly stuck for words. Absolutely shocked.
Have conversed many times with Rick on the Cobra forum.
My condolences to his family, he will be sorely missed.
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11-17-2014, 03:53 PM
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Wow! Rick & I shared a lot of emails back & forth, over the years. One of the pulleys on my motor, I bought from him. Really sad to hear! I'll miss seeing his posts & the occasional email.
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11-16-2014, 06:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Clayboy
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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I talked to Rick just two hours before he died. I was about to fly an airplane that I had just purchased with another lifelong friend. Rick repeatedly told me to be careful. The weather could have been an issue. I told him that there was no way I would fly unless it was clear skies. He was so concerned with our safety on the trip back with a plane we were not familiar with. We made the trip back safely and with-in one hour I had received the news that he had passed. I was going to call him and tell him we were back, but I got the call before I could even try to call him. It still has not set in.... |
11-16-2014, 07:04 PM
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I'm so very sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He had helped me with advice a number of times, as he had with many of us here. We will all miss you.
Cheers Rick
Glen
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