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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 07:12 PM
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Had a good friend pass last Sunday from colon cancer. Years ago he rode a real nice fatboy. His name was Philip Riccota from Sarasota Florida, I don't know if anyone on the forum knew him but I figured I'd post it. He was a stand up guy and I'm gonna miss him.
 
Old Aug 3, 2011 | 07:30 PM
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 07:36 PM
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 09:42 PM
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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 09:48 PM
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Sorry for your loss. Good friends are hard to come by.
 
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Sorry for your loss. Im sure he was a good and kind heart. Thannk God that he touched your life while he was down here with the est of us. R.I.P. Always remember him when you are face to the wind.....
 
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I am hoisting a toast to your friend Phillip and to many others that have passed right now.......Godspeed!!!!
 
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