TKATC 0 #1 July 4, 2005 Two souls have been lost today due to a collision. I do not know any particulars because I didn't think it was my place to ask many questions. The incident will probably be discussed at length in the coming days. What I do know is the two people involved, and I can say for a fact that these people were good hearted people, fun people that made everyone feel welcomed and they will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to these 2 wonderful people and their families but more so for the closest friends they left behind. My sincerest condolences... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kenz 0 #2 July 4, 2005 i am brand new to this site and the sport.. but i just wanted to send my condolences to the cross keys family... both of my jumps have been there and they are the most warm and welcoming family i have ever met... my best wishes to everyone involved"life does throw curveballs sometimes but it doesn't mean we shouldn't still swing for the homerun" ~ me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dk1 0 #3 July 4, 2005 Local news report: http://www.nbc10.com/news/4681259/detail.html I really wish they wouldn't post pictures. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #4 July 5, 2005 Incidents thread here There is no condolences thread in Bonfire yet . . . I'm amending the subject line for this thread and moving it to Bonfire so it can become the condolences thread rather than locking it up here in General.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curiousjorge 0 #5 July 5, 2005 Just heard about the two souls lost at CK. My heart goes out to their family and friends during this difficult time. I jump regularly at CK and saw Sara often in the hangar. Never had the pleasure of meeting her or Ron but rode along many loads to jump altitude with them. They looked like great people. It is a damn shame. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vamp 0 #6 July 5, 2005 Condolences to family, friends, and the CrossKeys family as well. A very sad and terrible loss. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
divnswoop 0 #7 July 5, 2005 I'll never forget seeing Sara's radiant smile while running to the plane doing back to backs...She was one of those people that could brighten your day without even talking to her. What a beautiful person.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arlo 0 #8 July 5, 2005 my sincere condolences go out to the families of both ron and sara. ron was a local freeflyer at zhills and has jumped there for a few years. what a nice dude, too. i met ron when i sold him my"barely used" spectre 135 several years ago. it was one of the ugliest damn things and i had custom picked the colors. but he didn't give a shit what it looked like, it had 5 jumps on it and was exactly what he wanted at the time. must've been 6 yrs ago. anyway, i used to kid him about it being the easter turd. my heart goes out to ron's "related" family and to the crew in zhills too. it's so very sad to lose one - especially one of your own. dirk, kluegs, berrys, martin, chris, mark, everyone...i'm so so sorry. i wish i could be there to give you guys the biggest hug. goddamit. guess i'll be having a beer with you guys next saturday in hills. godspeed, arlo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #9 July 5, 2005 Not being a CK jumper, I dont know who Sara and Ron are, but my heart breaks for their friends and family. Was Sara on a TLC makeover show a year or so ago? I remember it was a couple of CK jumpers and that name sticks in my memory. BSBD. Fly free Sara and Ron. You're in good company up there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #10 July 5, 2005 I don't know what else to say. ______ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kris12 0 #11 July 5, 2005 QuoteWas Sara on a TLC makeover show a year or so ago? I remember it was a couple of CK jumpers and that name sticks in my memory. . Kitty - You memory serves correct as far as names go. But, this is a different Sara than the Sarah that was on TLC. BSBD. kristen swooo #3 MB #3587 P.M.S. #66 "so let go, jump in...what're you waiting for? it's all right 'cause there's beauty in the breakdown" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperKat 0 #12 July 5, 2005 Sara, you were the best thing that ever happened to X-keys girl. You were always pro-active with keeping safety at the DZ. You came a long way since we met at first 5 years ago. I was proud of you when you became a regular tandem camerawoman and a tandem instructor. My last memory of you was when we were on the same load and you were smiling and blew a kiss at me yesterday. Who would have known that would have been the last time I would have seen you smiling. Yonatan, my heart and condolences go out to you and Sara's family. I hope someone posts where we can contribute for funeral and wake services for both Ron and Sara. Sara, I know God is looking after you now. Rest in peace. We will all miss you. What's the most you ever lost in a coin toss, Friendo? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GogglesnTeeth 6 #13 July 5, 2005 So many incidents this year, and I get sad everytime I read one of these threads. I have yet to know anyone personally, but when I read what people post, I know that our sport has lost more great people. Becareful my friends, my brothers and sisters of the air. Blue Skies to all that have been lost this yearGoggles and Teeth "You fall like a greased safe!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #14 July 5, 2005 Blue skies.........and may I not see you guys again TOO soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #15 July 5, 2005 Blue skies, Ron and Sara... fly free My condolences to friends and family...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #16 July 5, 2005 As a swooper it's my responsibility to keep my eyes open to avoid a collision. It's also everyone else's responsibility to avoid high traffic swooping areas. And two swoopers need to communicate with each other on the ground before they get airborne to know what the other guy plans on doing. Let's talk to each other out there folks and lets keep our eyes open and be ready to abort our swoops when required. BSBD to Ron and Sara. This is a sad day for swooping ... Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyTango 0 #17 July 5, 2005 BSBD... My condolences... JC If you woke up breathing, congratulations! You get another chance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Strengthgirl 0 #18 July 5, 2005 It breaks my heart to hear of this accident. My sincerest condolences go out to the friends and family of these two young souls. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylark19 0 #19 July 5, 2005 I've only known Sara a few months, but she touched my heart with her vitality and kindess and made me feel right at home at Cross Keys. I benefited greatly from her knowledge. On Sunday we shared a laugh about a girl's joy on getting your license : now you can adjust your own chest strap! What a precious memory. To Yonathon and friends, I grieve with you. This is a big community and you may wish to keep the mourning to an intimate circle of friends. If the circle extends farther, please post information on donations or memorial. I would like to give something back for the friendship recieved. Rebecca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #20 July 5, 2005 eternal blue skies. friends and family are in my thoughts and prayers. hang in there xkeys crews. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Helmut 0 #21 July 5, 2005 I really dont know what to say. Although I dont know Sarah that well and mourn her loss Z Hills has lost a great guy and I have lost a great friend. Ron was one of the nicest guys you would want to meet. Always had a smile and willing to jump with anyone who had a ticket. He was also a great ice hockey player. Ron will be missed greatly at Z Hills and in the lives of the people he jumped with. This just sucks! Blue Skies and Loooooooooonnnnng Swoops Mark Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
villain 0 #22 July 5, 2005 Our sport and our lives have lost one of the kindest, sweetest most wonderful humans its seen. Rons smile and laughter and kindness will always be in my heart and the hearts of those whose lives he's touched at the Hills. May we all go doing what we love and leave behind poeple who thing nothing but fond memories. Way to live brother.Willy Wonka: We are the music makers, and we are the dreamers of dreams. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amanduh 0 #23 July 5, 2005 This is such a shock to me..I met Sara back at XKeys during their season opener. She was such a beautiful woman inside and out. Her love for the sport was so strong, I remember talking with her about being a female tandem instructor and she was so excited about getting her rating.. May you both fly free in eternal blue skies...... Amanda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blue2003 0 #24 July 5, 2005 As is my way, my prayers will be with all the families. After we lose anyone of us I am reminded of how much we just care for eachother. My heart breaks each time I see a condolence thread. I have never jumped at Crosskeys but many people I know do and to them my thoughts go as well."Cloudy Skies look different through skydivers eyes. Is that a hole in the clouds I see?" Let's get driving! Blue Skies and Sweet Dreams Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflajankie 0 #25 July 5, 2005 It's a sad day, 2 skydivers lost. I didn't know Sarah, I had met her only once briefly. These 2 guys will sure be missed! I miss you soo much Ron! Fly forever my friend. You will always be in my heart. AnkieSkydivers are a bunch of insensitive jerks... And that's why I don't skydive anymore! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
