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Title: we lose another one RIP
Post by: bufferman on September 30, 2008, 08:13:59 PM

not sure how many of you know steve vail he had northwest v-dubs on the guide in bellingham died sunday in a motorcycle wreck 

steve



 

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: OUTKAST on September 30, 2008, 08:46:59 PM

I believe I met him once my condolences to his family it was on the left going to Bellingham I think  :(

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: egspot on September 30, 2008, 09:26:10 PM

Did not get a chance to meet him.

Too bad.

Condolences to the family

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: vwboop on September 30, 2008, 09:45:09 PM

Wow,
We stopped in to see him whenever we were coming up "the Guide" at the right time of day. He was a nice enough guy. That's some sad news. Over the last few years it seemed like things had really been coming around for him.

"Love and good roads" Steve from Chris & Gina

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: bufferman on September 30, 2008, 10:27:19 PM

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In loving memory of Steven Lyle Vail Born December 1, 1960 in Bellingham, Washington. He lived his entire life in Whatcom County. He owned and operated Northwest Vee Dub in Laurel for 20 years. He will be remembered by his parents Larry and Darlene Vail, sister Cathy, brother Clark, nieces Christine, Cara and Sadie, nephews Joshua, Darin and Derek and special friend Tabatha Tubbs and daughter Haley. Steve loved the outdoors and lived his life to the fullest. He had a generous, giving heart and was devoted to his family and friends. He had many interests including kayaking, sailing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, motorcycles, photography, and music. He formed the band in honor of those around him, called "The People". A celebration of his life will be held at 4:00 pm on Friday, October 3rd at King Mountain Church in Bellingham. The family requests in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the King Mountain Church at 300 E Kellogg Rd Bellingham, Washington 98226. You are invited to share your memories and condolences in the online guest book at www.gilliesfuneralhome.com.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: blarneyman on October 01, 2008, 06:14:35 AM

It was kind of a bad weekend down here. We lost Steve and we also lost my brother-in-laws dad.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: Hoosier Daddy on October 01, 2008, 08:14:45 AM

That is really to bad. I had a few occasions to stop in there in the last year. Steve was a great guy and always helpful.

My condolences to the family.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: Jeremy on October 01, 2008, 09:21:40 AM

So sad.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: silas on October 01, 2008, 10:04:55 PM

didnt know him...but rip steve...my condolences to his family and friends too.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: hellgti on October 07, 2008, 12:00:17 PM

OMG my GF and I drove by his shop Sunday too!!

I used to deliver parts for him from CIP back when we did our UPS run straight to Bellingham.  Very sad news  :-[

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: vwboop on January 10, 2009, 09:11:02 AM

For anyone interested here is a link to his website. His family is selling his estate through it:
http://nwveedub.com/index.html (http://nwveedub.com/index.html)

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: blarneyman on January 10, 2009, 10:12:03 AM

It would be a shame to see all that go to the scrapper at some point. I hope someone can step up and buy most of it. They wouldn't be just buying some parts, but helping a family that lost a great guy as well.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: Dan on January 11, 2009, 06:01:10 AM

Where is the place located?

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: vwboop on January 11, 2009, 07:41:28 AM

was located on the east side of the 539 (guide meridian) when you are heading down towards bellingham. Don't have an exact address, but It looks like they would like an e-mail first as an address is not listed.

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: Dan on January 11, 2009, 07:52:28 AM

Found out where it is.Sounds like they want too sell as one lot....Lot of stuff too move!

Title: Re: we lose another one RIP
Post by: bufferman on January 11, 2009, 10:31:10 PM

talked to clark and yeh they weanted to sell it as alot just need to get the rest of my stuffout of there soon would be nice if it all stayed in the area