"Hello" to Leonard Shepherd

[BobPalma]

The issue with Kerry Dancy needing a rebuildable 6-122 Golden Hawk carburetor and my being able to supply one was a good reminder of the benefits of the SDC Forum, in that I'd likely not own my 1964 Daytona Convertible today if not for our forum and the friendship made thereon with Leonard Shephard Jr., the car's prior caretaker.

Story here for any newbies:

http://forum.studebakerdriversclub.com/showthread.php?8309-Sad-Day...I-sold-my-Daytona-convertible&highlight=leonard+shepherd+daytona

Leonard was a welcome and prolific poster/friend here on the forum for years before his untimely stroke a couple years ago that left him unable to communicate by writing and/or typing. As such, I'm pretty sure he's still viewing the forum, likely enjoying the banter and watching our ongoing internet Studebaker show.

Lenny, you are missed and I, for one, hope you're doing OK. Know you are fondly thought of, often.

(And a belated Happy Birthday, too, I see from Brad's post below!) BP

[rockne10]

Yes, Len, we do.
And we missed your birthday this past Friday.

Brad

[52-fan]

I miss your posts too Leonard. Hope things are well with you. I especially liked following your experiences with the 52 2 door.

[Dick Steinkamp]

I miss Leonard's presence here. He added SO much to the forum in so many ways.

Here we are in down town South Bend 5 years ago at the IM after the parade...



The Ashes, me, Gary Hearn, Leonard

[candbstudebakers]

Dick as you know the International meet is again in South Bend this July and I hope to see you there, be there or be square...Bob

[Roscomacaw]

Hey-ho Leonard! I DO think of you now and then. Sure hope you are looking in here. Best to you old friend.

[Dick Steinkamp]

I just noticed that Gary is the only one with his shoes on...and an empty glass. I think he was on the way to pick up the second round.

[Studebaker Wheel]

I would like to add my best wishes to Leonard. Great guy!!! Appreciate all the photo sharing and other contributions.

[Warren Webb]

I knew that Leonard had been ill but never knew it was a stroke that sidelined him. I miss his posts also & hope all these greetings give him the cheer that we all need. Wish he was closer & I'd paint the fender on his car that he had in his signature.....always got a chuckle seeing that.

[glen]

Ditto....to all that has been said about Leonard! While I only know him from the forum and some correspondence (being at the opposite sides of the country and all)...I was able to contributed to his amazing collection of Studebaker items. I too, wish him only the very best in the days ahead!

[8E45E]

I certainly hope he is doing well, aside from his stroke.

I would like to think there are devices that will allow someone in their condtion the ability to communicate on their own PC.

Craig

[Mark57]

I would echo the sentiments of the others - Leonard your presence is greatly missed here on the Forum!

[HAWK64]

Since joining this Forum about 5 years ago I was attracted to quite a few of Leonard's postings & had some good exchanges with him. I trust he keeps as well as he can allowing for his current condition.

[Blue 15G]

Yes Leonard, all the best to you. I miss your posts. It seemed like you could always find a pertinent picture for whatever was being discussed.

Dave Bonn
'54 Champion Starliner

[JRoberts]

I am glad Bob started this thread. Leonard I too miss your contributions to this forum.