Deadstick Is Gone

He was a frequent commenter, named Ralph Jones in the real world. His widow, Peggy, posted the details of his memorial service in a coment. So I am giving it its own post.

This is Ralph's widow posting under his account which I just ran into. I am sad to tell you that Ralph died back in January. We have finally scheduled a Memorial Gathering and Celebration of Life for him at the Owl Canyon Gliderport. Details are below. We don't expect anyone from out of town to risk their health by coming but anyone who is in the area anyway is welcome to attend. Details are below. There's lots of space to socially distance. Guidelines suggest that sharing food is not to dangerous but it's better if people bring their own paper plate and cups and forks etc. We'll have extra just in case. If you have any questions, I am available at toroandbruin@yahoo.com or by cell.

Margaret (Peggy) Jones toroandbruin@yahoo.com (303-919-3213)

Ralph Noble Jones Memorial Gathering and Celebration of Life

To be held at Owl Canyon Gliderport 4598 Hackamore Rd, Wellington, CO 80549

On September 11, 2021

Potluck picnic from 11AM to 12:30 PM

Airplane takeoff and scattering of ashes starts at 1:00 PM.

We plan to gather outside in front of the clubhouse,(on the side facing the runway). However, the clubhouse as well as the hangar, provides space in which to shelter if it rains.

Since the gliderport can be dusty or muddy, dress is definitely casual. Also, you will want to bring a sun hat.

Bring food and drink to share or to just eat, yourself, if you prefer to isolate more due to Covid.

Covid guidelines for potlucks suggest that sharing food is relatively safe but that everyone bring their own paper plates, cups, napkins and utensils. We'll have extra just in case.

We will follow the State of Colorado and Larimer County Covid guidelines, however they stand on September 11. We expect that guidelines will tighten up again this fall but will not have changed much as of mid September.

Due to construction on I-70 this summer, driving time from the center of Denver to Owl Canyon has sometimes been closer to 2 hours rather than the usual 1-1/2 hours. In September, please consult Google Maps for current information.