Accident on the Bee Line

I have spoken to Sherrie today and she asked me to thank everyone for their help on Sunday.

On Sunday we had the ride to escort Christopher. We rode up to Payson and had lunch. After wishing Chris good luck we rode back. During the ride back one of the new members, Richard Bowman, apparently hit a piece of wood in the road and went into the rail.

Richard has lost his left leg from the knee down already. As of right now it looks like they are going to be able to save his left arm and the doctors are making good progress there. He would've died from blood loss if it hadn't been a group of American Legion Riders members of Tempe Az post 2 and some people in cages stopping. The Legion group was almost like an army MASH. There were medics, doctors, and nurses there before the ambulance even arrived.

He was medevac'd to Scottsdale Osborn and was in surgery yesterday afternoon when Dale and I got there after riding down from the accident scene.

Richard will be able to have visitors by the end of the week. I think we should give him
and his wife, Sherrie, the support they need. A friend of his from work is going to get Sherri's bike back from Payson today. Richard's bike I'm sure is totaled.

Another thing that needs done is to send a big thank you to the American Legion post 2 on behalf of PMRG.

This a important reminder that you need to watch yourself out there. Anything can happen to anyone, be aware of your surroundings. This happened to someone that was riding safely and responsibly, he was traveling at about 55mph.

I was leading the group back to town and I saw nothing in the road. Sherrie was next and she saw nothing, Richard was after Sherrie. My guess is it fell off a truck. So even though there are people in front of you, you still have to watch out for yourself.

There is nothing I could've done different but I still feel very deeply about this and I am extremely grateful to the Legion members otherwise we would've been planning to attend a funeral.

richard our prayers are with you.......


Eric,do you have an e mail address for The American Legion post 2?

American Legion Riders Post 2
Tempe, AZ
American Legion Riders



At this time we ask that you please wait to offer thanks to the Legion Riders. The organizers will discuss the best way to "say thanks" so that as many people possible can be involved. These are wonderful people and fellow riders and we want them to know it!

Eric and I were talking while at the hospital and we have a couple ideas that need a bit of time to work out. Once the basics are worked out then everyone will get involved.

One reason to wait is Richard being well enough to attend. But I think we can work out something for the interim till something more elaborate can be done

Give me a buzz if I can be of any assistance Dale and Eric.

Regards -- Rory

I am very glad that they are able to save his arm.
Thank god the american legion happen to be around when this happen.
And also a big thank you for Eric Marble who came to the rescue in time when he was needed.
Eric you did a good job even in traffic control.
I am proud of you.

Richard & Sherrie our hearts go out to you in this time of need. What a miracle that there was so much assistance, not only from PMRG but the angels from American Legion Riders. We are all family in this group, no matter what. So if you need anything at ALL, please do not hesitate to contact us.
With much love & prayers.
PT Kruzer & Dayle

Sherri & Richard, I . This is terrible. If I can do anything to help, please let me know. Mule

Richard and Sherri\
What else can we add that has not already been expressed.
Our deepest wishes for a speedy recovery and get well soon.
Roy & Tamie