Dick Spadaros' Health

[oj]

I saw a thread on the hamb that Dick might be in the hospital, I can't confirm it and hope I have bad information.
It sounded serious and thought you guys would want to know.
Dick, you are missed and are in my thoughts and prayers.
Get well soon, oj

[1oldtimer]

From the HAMB:
"Just got a ph call from my pop. He relayed the news to me, Dick is in poor, poor health.
He is one of the guys I grew up hanging around. As a very young little man, I remember being at Amherst, or Stafford, or the V8 meets trying to help him vend out of his trailers, probably more in his way than helpful.
I still have 3 old Aurora thunderjet slot cars he gave me at the Rhinebeck swapmeet about 30yrs ago. He said if I ever sold them, to give him half of what I got for them. Well, they are some of my more prized cars for no other reason.
He has done a lot more than sell parts for all these years. He was ever the hot rodder, dirt tracker, "in the field" engineer, and business man. Just an all around good guy."

Sad, Sad news. Here's to getting better soon Dick .

[Tinker]

Modern american hospitals if ill are the best place to be, virtually in the world.

Hope and believe the best for Dick.

[flatjack9]

Here's hoping that Dick will pull through. Prayers are with him.

[BILL WZOREK]

Dick:
The thoughts & prayers have gone out !
Get well & I will see you soon ~~~

[oldskool]

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I never meet him but seen him vending at Rhinebeck, read his informative posts get better soon

[32wetzel]

Years ago when you took that long walk up to the White Field at Hershey there was Dick Spadaro the first guy you saw when you walked through the gate. I saw him many times at the NSRA shows at York. He is a very helpful man. Keep him in your prayers.

Ron Wetzel

[Tim Ayers]

I hope a speedy recovery for Dick. Certainly one of the good guys.

[Displayman]

Speedy recovery-Dick.

[FRANK PKNY]

Dick has done much for this hobby, wishing him a speedy recovery! He has lots of knowledge, more than most about our old Fords. Henry would be proud of him!! Get well soon my friend.

[Ol' Ron]

Wish you well.
Ol' Ron

[fmedina]

Although I haven’t had the opportunity to meet him in person (I wish to travel one year and visit it at Hershey) it's a pleasure to deal whit him, he have a lot of knowledge and also is a trusted person , he has help me a lot to get parts from him and other vendors and then sent them together to Spain

I hope he can get well soon. My best wishes for him and family and friends.

Fredys

[Tony, NY]

Information I have is Dick was operated on yesterday and is very ill.
Bill is running the store.

[Mart]

Get well soon, Dick,

Mart.

[TomT/Williamsburg]

Met Dick in person several years ago - besides what he does for our hobby, taking his time to write up clear, and precise explanations, a nicer person you could not meet. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ....

[done4]

Never met Dick in person but have dealt with him for many years. I just loved to talk to him on the phone he is so funny and knowledgeable. Praying for you man, get well.

[mananaba]

Jim Etter and Bill Chapin wish Dick Spadaro best wishes for a speedy recovery!

[oldford2]

A great guy and help to Ford folks. Hope all turns out well. John

[JM 35 Sedan]

Not sure what's going on with Dick, but sure hoping for the best and a full recovery. Dick has always done good for the hobby and for all of us who are into it. Get well Dick!!

[Manuel]

All the best Dick. Get well soon.

Manuel in Oz

[Andy]

There is an update on the HAMB. Not good.

[Fullfendered]

Link to HAMB
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/t....936364/page-3

[Randy in ca]

From the HAMB thread:

"Dick was diagnosed with a very aggressive form of cancer. He was opperated on last Wednesday. The doctors said it doesn't look good. I spoke with Bill at the shop and he said that it is doubtful that Dick will make it home. Bill has been inundated with phone calls and could probably use a rest. I will post more as I hear more".

[Ross F-1]

What a shame... Best hopes for a recovery.

[Steves46]

Very sad to hear this and hope for a speedy recovery.

[funrunr]

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Very well respected man from many others including myself.
He will be in my prayers for sure

[john stimac]

The worst of news, Dick is an old friend. He's in my prayers

[oz40]

Spoken to Dick many a time about my small car issues.
He was always obliging and happy to pass on his knowledge.
My prayers are with you Dick. God speed and a quick recovery.
Tom

[Pat/Ohio]

I have spoken to Dick a few times...very pleasant and knowledgeable! A true asset in this hobby. Last saw him at the Eastern Meet this past June. Prayers go out to him and his family. Pat

[19Fordy]

Dear Mr. Spadaro, You still have many more miles to go. So we all pray that you get well. Prayers go out for you and your family.

[FL&WVMIKE]

Dick Spadaro is a rare type on individual, who is a big asset to "FORDBARN" and the hobby.
Get over this, quickly, Dick. We miss need you !
MIKE (mikeburch)

[Reisterstown Ray]

I talked to Dick two years ago at York NSRA meet. Dick also supplied some very nice tote bags for our recent Eastern National Meet at Gettysburg. Wishing you a speedy recovery Dick. Ray

[Obsolete Jim]

Knowledgeable guy, always helpful. In our prayers.
Jim

[DadsForty]

Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family Dick.
Rob

[Henry Floored]

Get well soon Mr. Spadaro!

[37coop]

Fingers crossed Dick ,our thoughts and prayers , Jim.

[kiwi]

Not good to hear that,I have enjoyed reading many of dicks posts and he has always made a point to chip in and clear things up,very informative,all the best Kiwi

[hoodlesshonker40]

great guy get well soon

[A bones]

Always a positive influence, Dick is a stand up guy. Here's to standing up. Last week I couldn't put one foot in front of the other. I hope time will treat him with kindness.

[Steve/IL]

Best Wishes for a truly knowledgeable and sharing individual.

[scooder]

Hope you get well soon Dick,
Martin.

[jerseyboy]

Dick,

My thoughts are with you, get well soon.

Keep V-8ing!

[Talkwrench]

Geez doesn't sound too good.. Cant afford to loose guys like Dick.. Get better mate ... beat the rust!!
Thoughts are with you.

[JM 35 Sedan]

Has anyone heard any updates on Dick's condition?

[V8COOPMAN]

Only that no visitors are being allowed, per the HAMB. DD

[V8COOPMAN]

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REPEATING cautiously and hopefully here, it was reported on the HAMB that Dick may be released from the hospital by the weekend. Hoping this is reliable scoop! DD

[Jim NC]

Originally Posted by V8COOPMAN

REPEATING cautiously and hopefully here, it was reported on the HAMB that Dick may be released from the hospital by the weekend. Hoping this is reliable scoop! DD

Hope so. Have talked to Dick at Charlotte, the Nationals & Hershey and always accommodating & willing to pass on his vast Ford flathead knowledge. Get well soon, Dick.

[jim1932]

Fortunately for me Dick was one of the first people I met when I got my uncles 32. He has kept me from a lot of stupid mistakes. Thoughts and prayers. One of the really good guys in the hobby.

[cmbrucew]

DD
Can you give us an update on Dick?
Bruce

[oj]

Ttt

[V8COOPMAN]

Originally Posted by cmbrucew

DD
Can you give us an update on Dick?
Bruce

Nothing yet! Hoping for the best. DD

[Ford46]

Dick was at the Eastern National Meet in Gettysburg. His smiling self was at the Eastern Museum of Speed the day of that tour. I spoke with and bought some parts from Dick shortly before that meet.

[3340]

Dick Is For Sure One Of The Very Best! Thoughts And Prayers From Ohio,
.

[Tony, NY]

This is what I heard today from someone who visited the shop recently. An operation determined that the tumor cannot be removed and he was released from the hospital. Beyond that, I can only assume what the future holds for Dick.

[okiedokie]

Tough news.

[done4]

Well, I wasn't hoping for that. Shit.

[fordy_nine]

We will be praying for him and hoping that many others will add him to their prayers....Bob L

[solidaxle]

Shit!

[quickchange34]

I agree with you done4. I knew Dick and purchased alot of parts from him that was his style and he used the word quite a bit. Your post was well put.

[done4]

Originally Posted by quickchange34

I agree with you done4. I knew Dick and purchased alot of parts from him that was his style and he used the word quite a bit. Your post was well put.

Thanks quickchange34 and thank you Mods.

[john hamilton]

Dick was very helpful to me and the V8-60 and went quite a bit out of his way to do it. Very much appreciated.

A very good guy. My best to him.

[32Gnu]

Dick is a great guy.. I wish him the best

[oldford2]

I called the shop today to check on some parts and asked how Dick was doing. Still in the hospital so I didn't question further.
John

[hope]

Originally Posted by oldford2

I called the shop today to check on some parts and asked how Dick was doing. Still in the hospital so I didn't question further.
John

Jeeesss this is "sad".

[big deuce]

Dick Spadaro has Glioblastoma.
He is being treated at Albany Medical center , in Albany ,NY.
Cards may be sent to Dick Spadaro Early Ford Reproductions , PO Box 617 , Altamont ,NY 12009.
Dick Spadaro Early Ford Reproductions continues to operate for business.
The store will be CLOSED FOR VACATION from Wednesday August 27th , reopening on Thursday September 4th. Business will be as usual with Bill.
Dick and his family and close friends thank everyone for the cards , calls and prayers.
Thank you
Frank Spadaro

This is quoted from the HAMB

[JSeery]

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Ok, for anyone like me that didn't know what it was: "Glioblastoma is the most common and most aggressive malignant primary brain tumor in humans".

[big deuce]

I was about ready to order a windshield frame for my 5w, and was hoping I could talk to "the 32 man". Heart goes out to him and his family.

[Randy in ca]

Not good news unfortunately. The following was posted on the HAMB last night:


"I haven't heard much in a while, so I call a friend, who lives near him
and is a hot rodder!
He says Dick is still in the hospital.
He is not doing well at all.
Some of his cars and parts were sold, to a good friend ,who was customer of his for many years .
The business will close by the end of the year.
We wish Dick the best! but sad to say, no good news at this time!
If I hear anything new, I will post it".

[Bondolero]

My prayers for Dick and his family. One of the nicest people I have dealt with in this old ford hobby.
Larry

[Barry-ct]

Such a sad thing to hear. Cancer is a nasty disease in any form. I've lost My Dad and my oldest sister to it. I think we all need to say an extra prayer or two for Dick. Maybe the man upstairs will hear us and step in.

[Tony, NY]

I was at the store last Friday and can confirm what was said above. Didn't ask where the '32 went, though. Bought a few things. He has a lot of parts between the store and barn. Will probably pay Bill another visit soon. Worth a trip to look around for something you could use. Who knows where it all will end up.

[Mart]

Very sad.

[Old Ford Addict]

So sad to hear this
Dick is as solid as they come … did me a huge favor once
　
Hang in there Dick