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Scot
10-20-2008, 07:32 AM
Well done, folks.
As of the moment, $360 has been collected. Here's a link for Dave & Ken's Memorial Fund (http://www.woodenboat.com/wbstore/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=91&zenid=40n0iu0tigonlnh5vshbl62nu6).

Keep it coming.

-Scot
Lew Barrett
10-20-2008, 09:36 AM
Thank you and Woodenboat, Scot.
Russ Manheimer
10-20-2008, 09:45 AM
Thanks for the opportunity Scot. Donation submitted.

Best,

Russ
Scot
10-21-2008, 05:12 AM
Updated total: $650
Vince Brennan
10-21-2008, 06:24 AM
675. :-)

Thanks, Canoez!

Thanks, Scot (for several things!)
Scot
10-22-2008, 05:21 AM
Latest: $870
Ed Harrow
10-23-2008, 06:19 PM
Scot, any change (I hope)?
Scot
10-24-2008, 04:28 AM
Nada
Ed Harrow
10-24-2008, 05:19 PM
It seems like just yesterday folks here raised a huge pile of cash to buy and ship two cannons in celebration of two old wooden boats. I'll go get the numbers if wanted.

Step up and honor two fine shipmates.

Please.
FSS172
10-24-2008, 05:47 PM
I wonder, human nature being what it is, if more people would step up if a list of the contributors were posted. It doesn't matter to me personally; and I'd be willing to bet many of those who have already anted up feel the same. An opt-out option might be a good idea too for those who actually don't want the notice. But some folks might like the recognition and might be more likely to pitch in if they knew that they - and others - would see their name on the list. Just an idea; what do you all think? Is there some reason this isn't a good idea from an internet protocol standpoint? Is it impractical for other reasons?
Scot
10-24-2008, 06:54 PM
IMHO: not appropriate.
Scot
10-24-2008, 06:57 PM
Update: $930
FSS172
10-24-2008, 11:17 PM
IMHO: not appropriate.
Added for clarification if it makes a difference: not suggesting posting amounts of contributions, just names.

When my sister died a similar fund was established in her name. Because the names of the contributors were made public I was able to contact many of them to thank them for their support. When I did, I learned a lot of wonderful things about the ways my sister's life had touched their own. It was a heartwarming and uplifting experience that gave me a richer and fuller sense of the meaning and importance of my sister's life to people beyond our immediate family. She lived some distance from me so these people were all strangers to me before this happened and would have stayed so if I hadn't had access to their names. That experience is part of where the idea I'm floating here came from.

Scot, if you'd care to elaborate, I'd be interested to know why you think it's an inappropriate idea. I'm not taking issue with your opinion, just interested in different viewpoints.
Spin_Drift
10-25-2008, 04:00 AM
it seems like just yesterday folks here raised a huge pile of cash to buy and ship two cannons in celebration of two old wooden boats. I'll go get the numbers if wanted.

step up and honor two fine shipmates.

please.


done....:)
Paul Scheuer
10-25-2008, 10:19 AM
FSS172 wrote "...I was able to contact many of them to thank them for their support."

I believe, and maybe Scot can confirm, that the donee's family or represenative gets a list of the donors. I recall getting a nice card from Phyllis, when this process was used for Norm.
Scot
10-26-2008, 07:09 AM
Update: $1115
Ed Harrow
10-26-2008, 12:21 PM
Hey, pretty good.

For the record, the cannon affair raised ~ $3,000 from 45 (I think) donors.
Scot
10-27-2008, 05:49 AM
Update: $1215
Lew Barrett
10-27-2008, 10:04 AM
Wow! a meaningful and generous set of contributions from our community!
Bravo, mates!
Scot
10-29-2008, 05:29 AM
Update: $1290
Ed Harrow
10-29-2008, 11:43 AM
Well and truely about the $1K level, way to go. Only $710 to go before I shut up ;).

Scot, will you share any stats?
Scot
10-30-2008, 04:39 AM
Update: $1490
48 donations
Canoez
10-30-2008, 11:31 AM
Bump.
P.L.Lenihan
10-31-2008, 03:13 AM
As a long time lurker and only relatively recent poster, I always enjoyed the postings of both Ken and Dave.It was something of a shock,after being away for a bit, to read they have now both passed on :(

Scot, I would very much like to contribute AND have my name on the card(s) but I have no credit cards or cheques.Other then sending a money-order to the respective facilities, would it be possible for me(and perhaps others like me) to send our-money orders to you,care of Woodenboat Magazine so that my name could be included on the card(s).

Thanks for your attention,

Peter Lenihan
Scot
10-31-2008, 04:24 AM
Yes, or you can send it directly to them and just send me a note.

-Scot
Michael Beckman
10-31-2008, 05:14 AM
As a long time lurker and only relatively recent poster, I always enjoyed the postings of both Ken and Dave.It was something of a shock,after being away for a bit, to read they have now both passed on :(

Scot, I would very much like to contribute AND have my name on the card(s) but I have no credit cards or cheques.Other then sending a money-order to the respective facilities, would it be possible for me(and perhaps others like me) to send our-money orders to you,care of Woodenboat Magazine so that my name could be included on the card(s).

Thanks for your attention,

Peter Lenihan

You can also pick up credit card gift cards in most grocery stores, for various amounts.
P.L.Lenihan
10-31-2008, 05:32 AM
Yes, or you can send it directly to them and just send me a note.

-Scot


Merci Beaucoup!!

Peter
Ed Harrow
10-31-2008, 05:20 PM
...I have no credit cards or cheques....

No surprise, you must be married! ;)

Scot, howzabout states represented, perhaps countries?
Scot
11-01-2008, 07:30 AM
Update $1510
Scot
11-05-2008, 04:47 AM
Update: no update. Still $1510
Ed Harrow
11-05-2008, 05:35 PM
We have about 10 days and $490 to go...

Cannon fund donations started at, IIRC, $5. It's easy to be a 'member' of this 'club', even if you don't have a credit card! ;)
Scot
11-07-2008, 05:08 AM
Update: $1560
Scot
11-08-2008, 07:52 AM
Update: $1580
Scot
11-11-2008, 03:53 AM
Update: $1680
Ed Harrow
11-11-2008, 08:22 PM
Update: $1680

Fantasmigorical!! (I think that's how it's spelled). $2K is just a teeny tiny reach!
Scot
11-14-2008, 07:08 PM
Update: $1795
Ed Harrow
11-14-2008, 10:12 PM
FANTABULOUS! :) You are wonderful!

can we squeek in a wee bit more for an even 2K?...
Scot
11-18-2008, 05:15 AM
Update: $2020
Ed Harrow
11-18-2008, 11:46 AM
SOME of You are the best!!!!! Thank you!!!!!

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g65/wlgtoo/WBF/image0.jpg

Just so's we all know ... Some interesting names amongst the missing... Some of the big-mouth types, and a beneficiary too.
Scot
11-19-2008, 04:43 AM
Update: $2095... you still have all of TODAY to make a donation.

-Scot
Scot
11-19-2008, 08:09 PM
Update: $2170

There's still a few hours to go.
Scot
11-20-2008, 04:49 AM
Well done, folks. $2170 is the final tally.
Dave Fleming
12-08-2008, 05:54 PM
To our Wooden Boat Forum Friends !!!

Our sincere THANKS to everyone who donated to San Diego Hospice in David's memory. Your generosity is very much appreciated !!!
Wishing you all smooth sailing, Happy Holidays and a Healthy Happy New Year .
Penny, Kevin, Carolyn, David, Robin, Sean & Chris Fleming
Capt'n Widda
12-18-2008, 09:09 AM
To the WBForumites,

Thank you so much. Not only the tremendous generosity to the Memorial Fund for Dave & Ken, but for all the help and support these last 2 years. We could not have come through it without you all. You are in my prayers.

Peace & Health in 2009

Shirl, Will, Jenny, & Nathan