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Old 07-17-2010, 01:00 AM
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omg.. i cant believe this
Old 07-17-2010, 02:10 AM
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damn i hate when this kind of stuff happens i never got to meet him but saw him several times, i wish his family the best
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Originally Posted by Chris C.
I believe it is true, that is his garage. I been there when we brought the cobra home from Chicago. I received a phone call tonight and I couldn't believe it, till I saw the picture on the news site. I am grateful I got to know Ben this past year and I pray for his family and God Speed Ben aka purdueranger.
This is so sad, and the same thing happened to another fellow LS1tech enthusiast last year. Jackstands should always be used, please use them even if they get in the way. Bob
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Old 07-17-2010, 06:56 AM
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This is horrible. Just found out about it on Facebook. Ben was a great guy who would gladly give you the shirt off his back.
Old 07-17-2010, 07:19 AM
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Were going to hold a Vigil at O'riellys tonight at Midnight in Ben's honor. We will rev our cars for a minute and shut them down for silence for a minute. I think he would of liked that. Ben's mom said she would try to make it, but she hasn't slept since yesterday.

She said she will post info on the funeral on his facebook page and she expects it to me late next week or possible weekend. It depends on how soon their family can get to town.
Old 07-17-2010, 08:25 AM
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Originally Posted by sedanman
His mom confirmed it was him.

God speed Ben
Jeff and Chris please keep us updated on funeral arrangements.
I would also like to know if there will be any type of memorial fund or even just an address to send a donation for flowers.
I know it is to early to know yet, just let us know when you find anything out.
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Old 07-17-2010, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris C.
Were going to hold a Vigil at O'riellys tonight at Midnight in Ben's honor. We will rev our cars for a minute and shut them down for silence for a minute. I think he would of liked that. Ben's mom said she would try to make it, but she hasn't slept since yesterday.

She said she will post info on the funeral on his facebook page and she expects it to me late next week or possible weekend. It depends on how soon their family can get to town.
wish i could make it, being 70 miles away. who knows though, may just make the drive up there and hangout and go to this...
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oh my god dude, i saw this on facebook and couldnt ****** believe it till i got on here and saw the link and all... ive talked to him in gwood a few times... ill never get under my car without stands again even for a sec! RIP Ben
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There is a group of us who talked and we decided to help his mom by going and putting the car on franks trailer and taking it to franks shop or Jeff's Sears store in greenwood. Then as group and anyone who wants to assist. Get the car back to running condition, then frank was going to list it on ebay at a reserve just above what is owed on the car. This way the funds will assist his mom with the cost.

We don't have a date on the build day, but it will be posted
Old 07-17-2010, 12:28 PM
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Prayer's go out to his family. I meet Ben a few time seem like a very decent young man. so sad.
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truely sad, he was a great guy.
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Originally Posted by Chris C.
There is a group of us who talked and we decided to help his mom by going and putting the car on franks trailer and taking it to franks shop or Jeff's Sears store in greenwood. Then as group and anyone who wants to assist. Get the car back to running condition, then frank was going to list it on ebay at a reserve just above what is owed on the car. This way the funds will assist his mom with the cost.

We don't have a date on the build day, but it will be posted
i have talked to several friends and i have a suggestion. i think a raffle would bring more money for the family. i am connected with yellowbullet.com and several other forums. i have seen this in the past and all of them went great. i say limit the sell to 300 tickets for 100 bucks each. you would sell out fast, if you have questions p.m. me.
RIP BEN
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slayer performance it was nice meeting you, I was the one that was in my sisters hugger orange car.
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i would help on getting the car running, and the raffle would be a good idea as well
Old 07-18-2010, 10:49 AM
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Hey any of you guys know Chuck with convertible camaro who was Ben's Vigil last night he was in DD. He is a HVAC repair guy.

Jeff will get a kick out of this : Chuck and I worked at Tire America back in the mid 90's. He actually fixed my A/C his first day on the job as HVAC guy. Crazy enough it worked all the way up to last year. He used to have a Chevelle. He said last night he ran with a few of the LS1 guys but doesn't post here much. Here is my number have him give me a call Chris 317-652-2579
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Susan Borst Towle Hinds sent me the info

Benjamin Patrick Towle "Ben" aka Purdueranger Funeral Arrangements

Calling aka wake aka viewing at Randall and Roberts Fishers Mortuary in Fishers
(12010 Allisonville Road Fishers, In)

Calling aka wake Tuesday July 20 4:00 - 8:00 pm

Funeral Services
Wednesday July 21 11:00 am Burial
with calling aka wake at 10:00 - 11:00
Burial at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery following service
(9700 Allisonville Road Fishers)

I plan to get off work around 3:00 and go home to change first. If anyone wants to meet before going over. We can meet at Culvers on 96th in front of menards. It is about a half mile from I-69 and 96th street Exit. What would be a good time to all meet before heading over 5pm or 6pm or 7pm.

I know some of you are driving from up north and some are working downtown with rush hour.

I posted the same thing over at the Corral.net indy thread. I figure we can meet at culvers all roll over together if everyone would like to do so.

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Vigil on youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dSjvc3XDwI
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Originally Posted by sedanman
slayer performance it was nice meeting you, I was the one that was in my sisters hugger orange car.
nice meeting you to man! love the car, awesome color.
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Originally Posted by Chris C.
Hey any of you guys know Chuck with convertible camaro who was Ben's Vigil last night he was in DD. He is a HVAC repair guy.

Jeff will get a kick out of this : Chuck and I worked at Tire America back in the mid 90's. He actually fixed my A/C his first day on the job as HVAC guy. Crazy enough it worked all the way up to last year. He used to have a Chevelle. He said last night he ran with a few of the LS1 guys but doesn't post here much. Here is my number have him give me a call Chris 317-652-2579
Chris I got his number if you want it. He's actually 1 of my best friends and we talk and hangout all the time. I gave him your number and told him to call you.

James
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i wish i could have been there for that vigil, stupid me scanned over and saw oreillys and thought orp and guess what none of you were there, it was cool and classy im glad someone had a video, i never met him but any car guy would appreciate that so im sure he would be happy


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