OK When YOU die [Archive]

SRADkneedragger

11-30-2006, 10:21 AM

We just lost another young rider this last weekend the funereal was yesterday and 26 local riders showed up for the Funereal Procession (ala Biker Boyz) and escorted the hearse to the Graveside. This was per the families request although some of the MOTORCYCLISTS in our group thought it was in poor taste because he died on a bike. The response was very positive from all. This raised a few questions such as the deceased wishes vs the families feeling(in this case they were the same)
So when YOU die,,,
Yes I would like a riders escort
No I think its improper
I don't care what they do when I'm dead
Huh? what? a what? I'm very confused

wonder91178

11-30-2006, 10:30 AM

That's a toughie. I would LIKE to have motorcyclists there, however, I would rather everyone do as my family wishes, because they would be the ones that were there and if it's too sensitive for them to see, then that's ok with me.

I didn't pick an option on the poll because my answer would be "do as my family wishes".

I'll be too busy riding scooters in heaven :rider:

kurt

11-30-2006, 10:35 AM

Do people not show up in cars when the deceased died in an auto accident? ;-)

dutchinterceptor

11-30-2006, 10:47 AM

Skid

11-30-2006, 10:50 AM

Do people not show up in cars when the deceased died in an auto accident? ;-)

:rofl:

I really don't care, but if I were to request something I would like my family to do it regardless of how some of them might feel. I mean what fun would it be if at least someone didn't get PO'ed about it.

Skid

bushwhacker

11-30-2006, 11:01 AM

Funerals and such are for the living.

I have let everyone know they can do what they like when I die, but I am perfectly fine with donating my body to a medical school. That way it is free. The school even provides free transportation.

Everyone is welcome to escort the meat wagon to the school loading dock!

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scratch

11-30-2006, 11:20 AM

Funerals and such are for the living.
Exactly.

But I have made three specific requests of my family:

1. to be cremated.
2. to be frugal with the funeral arrangements.
3. no funeral procession.

That last request is a reflection of my belief that sort of thing should only be done in honor of law enforcement officers or soldiers who have fallen in the line of duty. They are the only ones who deserve to inconvenience the general public in this manner.

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Squidward

11-30-2006, 11:25 AM

Funerals and such are for the living.

+1

However, if it were up to me, my funeral would have an open bar, a game filled midway, a stunt show, some rides, maybe a go-kart track, etc...
After all, the first three letters in funeral spell "fun".:rider:

bedlam

11-30-2006, 12:32 PM

Personally, I'm of the "dust to dust" mindset. I don't want any monument, and I SURELY DO NOT want to be embalmed. The last use of my body as a vessel for chemicals toxic to Mother Earth? Nuh-uh! :shame:

I did read about a company that would freeze you solid, then make you into mulch. I have to say that appeals to me.

I like the idea of pushin' up some daisies. :thumb:

(like, in about 50 years or so.)

And insofar as a rider's processional? Sure...proceed to the nearest BBQ joint and have something tasty in my honor. Otherwise, whatever folks wanna do.

Jill

pdef

11-30-2006, 12:38 PM

I voted no, but I don't think it is improper or inconsiderate. I dont want one though.

DaveC

11-30-2006, 12:42 PM

I need to put it in my will. I told the wife, cremate me, get a bike and ride me to Alaska take the ferry out to Kodiak Island and when you get to the top of the mountian then let me fly. This would cost a lot less than some funeral and you just might enjoy it. You are now free to move about the country. No grave to take care of, just some memories and old photos. See you on the other side!

1TallTXn

11-30-2006, 01:56 PM

I don't honestly care.

I'm on the cheap wagon with this one. find the cheapest route and do that. I'm dead after all so its not going to make a hill of beans of difference to me.

I don't have a problem with bikes being ridden to somebody else's funeral. and if I have family kick the bucket out-of-state, I'm sure I'll be taking the bike. its really hard to argue with 44 vs 18mpg :thumb:

bushwhacker

11-30-2006, 02:32 PM

I don't honestly care.

I'm on the cheap wagon with this one. find the cheapest route and do that. I'm dead after all so its not going to make a hill of beans of difference to me.

I agree. That is why my solution is to call the closest medical school and tell them they have a cadaver to pick up. Free and easy.:rider:

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Hemibee

11-30-2006, 02:58 PM

Dirt bike escort with a New Orleans funeral procession.

Big Bandit

11-30-2006, 03:34 PM

I have already told my daughters to cremate me and pour me in the San Marcos River. That way, when they want to visit me, they can go to the river, where we have spent many happy days together. If they carry me down there on a bike, that would be even better.

Eulogite

11-30-2006, 05:38 PM

Do people not show up in cars when the deceased died in an auto accident? ;-)

:rofl:

antiwinter

11-30-2006, 06:40 PM

whoa

11-30-2006, 06:40 PM

I voted no, but I don't think it is objectionable. I'd prefer to have TCSO do the mc escort. I'd love to have lots of riders attend my going away party, regardless of how I'm dispatched.

terrebandit

11-30-2006, 07:19 PM

If I die on a bike, I don't want one because it would upset the family, especially my wife.

rgatling

11-30-2006, 07:41 PM

Me no care...do what you want. Just send me on my way on the cheap!

FJR Bandit

11-30-2006, 09:08 PM

I think it shows respect for a fellow rider myself. Especially if he/she was killed on a bike. Motorcycles are a big part of our lives(or we wouldn't be on this web site). Besides If thats what the family wanted than it is their call. Nobody has a right to say anything about it in my opinion.

+1

I would hope that my fellow Blue Knights would lead the party. Follow by all of my riding buds.

I have already told my wife that there would be no crying allowed. It is a party, to send me on my way to my next life. And I hope it is as good as this one or better.:mrgreen:

donroger1

11-30-2006, 10:44 PM

Skid

12-01-2006, 04:54 PM

For those who can never have enought jewlery you can always had your ashes turned into a diamond.

www.LifeGem.com

http://www.lifegem.com/images/2006/price_page_gallery/pg11.jpg

http://www.lifegem.com/images/2006/price_page_gallery/pg13.jpg

Skid

Greg in H-Town

12-01-2006, 08:59 PM

I just want someone to look in the casket and say "Hey, he's still breathing!"

:-P

xrcajun

12-01-2006, 10:32 PM

Exactly.

But I have made three specific requests of my family:

1. to be cremated.
2. to be frugal with the funeral arrangements.
3. no funeral procession.

That last request is a reflection of my belief that sort of thing should only be done in honor of law enforcement officers or soldiers who have fallen in the line of duty. They are the only ones who deserve to inconvenience the general public in this manner.

.

This is exactly to the letter what I think!

Chatterbox

12-02-2006, 08:37 AM

Personally, I would want people to do what makes them feel better and help cope with my death. It doesn't matter if I die on a motorcycle - riding is part of my life, and I (as well as my family) know the risks and danger of motorcycling.

This is what I've told Chris and the kids:

Cremate me - it's the easiest and cheapest thing to do.
Find an old, empty, clear jar (with a lid) around the house and decorate it with Scooby Doo stickers.
Plan a party - playing my favorite songs (anything from country to the oldies), serving my favorite snacks, and of course my favorite adult beverage concoction.
Place me and my jar where I can "see" everyone.
Party hearty! NO crying or being sad, or I will come back to haunt you!
Then Chris can take me on one last ride - as long as it does NOT include any part of the Pig Trail in Arkansas.

I want my family and friends to celebrate that I was ever alive - not mourn that I'm gone.

P-Ratt

12-02-2006, 09:46 PM

I personally don't think that a motorcycle procession is out of place, nor is riding to a funeral. I have seen families request no riding to a funeral, though it bothers me that some people can't separate their loved-one's passing from bikes. Someone said it earlier, folks aren't asked to not drive if their loved one was killed in an auto accident.

When I go, send me cheap. Ya'll can have a pie run in my memory or something. Hopefully I can be of use to science.

JacknTexas

12-03-2006, 10:08 AM

I fall into the "its about the family that is left" crowd. No matter how I go I want the services with the least financial cost and with whatever would help my family to deal with my being gone. It seems to be a trend to make items or hobbies that the deceased liked doing as a part of the service, so bikes are something I would imagine funeral homes are used to dealing with.

This idea of dumping ashes came up on a christian forum the other nite and one of the admins was a prior employee of a funeral home. I was surprised to find out there are so many laws about the disposal of ashes. Would be my luck I'd get one more ticket before I was totally forgotten. lol

10-95

12-03-2006, 10:42 AM

I want one like my wife's uncle. Cremated, short memorial, then we met at the country club for beer & BBQ. :thumb:

Greg in H-Town

12-03-2006, 11:09 AM

Probably the most interesting and fitting funeral I've been to was the one for a friend of mine that died of inoperable brain cancer. Tim was very outgoing, funny and generous - everyone who met him just loved the guy. There's a story I heard about one time when a guy was wanting to fight Tim for some reason, so Tim and him went outside to finish the business. Instead of what you'd expect happened next, Tim and the guy walked back in a few minutes later, laughing it up and no fight ever happened.

Anyway, for the funeral everyone (including the preacher) wore Hawiian shirts and the church was standing-room only. The family had put in a basket a bunch of pictures of Tim - everything from baby pictures to some taken shortly before he died, and asked that everyone take one to remember him. As if we could ever forget a guy like that.

R.I.P. Tim :chug:

Hotboot

12-03-2006, 01:30 PM

I wouldn't have a funeral so there wouldn't be a need for an escort. However, when I croak I'd like someone to organize a group ride to Arkansas, carry my ashes with them, and dump them on one of the hairpins on 123. :thumb:

As you wish sir, let's hope we just ride 123 again togeather soon.

I want bikes ridden to the Gaylord where you all party like feinds with my urn and spend the night. Scatter my ashes on the beach at Otter Rock, Oregon please. :zen:

Centerline

12-03-2006, 09:51 PM

I won't be able to ride/drive, so it won't matter to me what folks in the funeral procession to the plantin' place are riding/driving.
Jees' most of us are going to die on planet Earth, and we don't think it's inconsiderate or insensitive that those not dead keep on living on earth.

Rainmaker

12-05-2006, 08:48 AM

I don't care how I get there but here are some guidlines:

Friends and family have been instructed to have a margarita machine and Jimmy Buffet music at my funneral. Oh, no suits! hawiian shirts only. :clap: I can't be cremated because I gave Skid permission to pick out my grave stone. I think he said something about a trucker girl being on it.

Before my grandmother died she had made a tape to play at the funeral. It was of her singing amazing graze (at her own funeral). It was too sad and depressing. You should celebrate the good times!