Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund

SSDiv6 · 08-03-2010, 08:22 AM

As we reflect on the tragic loss of our beloved Drooze and taking in consideration that he left behind three precious children, I feel our community should put an effort to establish a memorial fund for the children.

I do not have any experience on doing something like this, but I know others on this forum do.

When established, I am ready to contribute.

Any thoughts on this?

Bob Pagano · 08-03-2010, 09:43 AM

Get Keith Lynch to go to a local bank and open an acct. and post the mailing address and the fund name, that way everyone can send direct to the bank for the children.

Rob Petrie E395 · 08-03-2010, 10:35 AM

How about a decal. If somebody can do them I will send you a couple of hundred to get some materials to get started. Be nice to see a bunch of cars at Indy with them as a tribute to him as I know he was looking forward to it.

Jimi B · 08-03-2010, 10:42 AM

If its in the big guys plans for me to finally make it out this year I will be flying a Drooze sticker regardless if anyone else has one made. I of course will purchase any sticker anybody else has made!

MYRONARL1119 · 08-03-2010, 11:27 AM

hOW ABOUT A GOOD DECAL PRODUCER LIKE "STAGELIGHT" (MIKE BEARD) PRODUCING A DECAL(WITH DAVE WERTMAN'S APPROVAL OF COURSE), AND ALL PROCEDES TO DROOZE KIDS FUND. COUNT ME IN REGARDLESS OF THE FACT BE IT A FUND IN THE KIDS NAME OR BUYING MEMORIAL DROOZE DECAL IF SOMEONE WILL MAKE THEM LIKE MR. BEARD.

spike1 · 08-03-2010, 11:45 AM

Hi Guys, Dave or I will be posting a address for cards that anyone would like to send. Viewing will be Thursday and again Dave will be posting address and times. Decals would be a nice tribute to Chris and I would pitch in if we could find someone to make them. Dave and family members are very grateful, as I am, for all the support that you family of classracers are showing for "Drooze". Thank you all, Keith

Mandie · 08-08-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Mayfield360otc

Very sorry to hear about Drooze my prayers go out to his family but what happened to cause his untimley death for those of us who are not mind readers what happened to him ??? RIP Drooze you will be missed on Class Racer.Com

There is another thread called "Chris Wertman RIP" which explains.

hemidup · 08-08-2010, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Mayfield360otc

MANDIE: Please post a link to that story I can't find it so we all can read what happened Thanks.

NORTON -- Christopher D. ``Chris' Wertman, 38, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2010 as the result of a house fire.

He was a lifelong resident of the greater Akron area. His professional careers included computer systems architect and all around computer wizard, plumber and race car builder and driver, known in the racing community as, Chris ``Drooze' Wertman. Chris was a devoted and loving son and father who beamed when proudly speaking of his children. He was truly passionate about his interests and his family and always maintained a never-give-up attitude. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. As one close friend said, ``If you are lucky, you will meet someone like Chris once in your lifetime.'

Preceded in death by his grandparents, Rollin and Frances Snowball, John and Freda Lombardi, Chris is survived by his father, David Wertman; mother, Linda Snowball; stepfather, Francis Stoughton; sons, David (Spongemonkey) and MAXimillian (Bugs) and daughter, IsaBella (Boo-Boo Kitty) and many other relatives and friends.

Calling hours will be Thursday, August 5, 2010 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203. A memorial service will be held for family and friends at the funeral home on Friday, August 6, 2010 at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made at any 5th 3trd Bank Center to the Chris Wertman Memorial Fund for the benefit of his three children.

Mandie · 08-09-2010, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Mayfield360otc

MANDIE: Please post a link to that story I can't find it so we all can read what happened Thanks.

http://classracer.com/classforum/showthread.php?t=27440

NewHemi · 08-09-2010, 05:28 PM

Just a quick "thank you" to the many of you who have already donated to the fund. Each will shortly receive a note acknowleding your wonderfully gracious gifts.

When the decals are ready, we will let everyone know how to get them.

But once again the drag racing community is standing tall and being very gracious in their support for Chris' young children. I am humbled to know that Chris had such a profound and I expect, lasting effect on you all.

Well I have to go now. I am on my way to work on some "secret squirrel" stuff for the Mega Maniac. I can't tell you what we are up to, or what will happen, but I do suggest that you look for us in Indy.

Thanks Again!

David
The New Hemi Guy

08-03-2010, 08:22 AM	#1
SSDiv6 VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Glendale, Arizona Posts: 2,991 Likes: 693 Liked 1,457 Times in 543 Posts	Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund As we reflect on the tragic loss of our beloved Drooze and taking in consideration that he left behind three precious children, I feel our community should put an effort to establish a memorial fund for the children. I do not have any experience on doing something like this, but I know others on this forum do. When established, I am ready to contribute. Any thoughts on this?

08-03-2010, 09:43 AM	#2
Bob Pagano VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: New Holland, PA Mooresville,NC Posts: 1,163 Likes: 212 Liked 16 Times in 11 Posts	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund Get Keith Lynch to go to a local bank and open an acct. and post the mailing address and the fund name, that way everyone can send direct to the bank for the children. __________________ Bob Pagano A/SA

08-03-2010, 10:35 AM	#3
Rob Petrie E395 VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Woodlawn IL Posts: 1,093 Likes: 162 Liked 220 Times in 79 Posts	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund How about a decal. If somebody can do them I will send you a couple of hundred to get some materials to get started. Be nice to see a bunch of cars at Indy with them as a tribute to him as I know he was looking forward to it.

08-03-2010, 10:42 AM	#4
Jimi B Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 226 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund If its in the big guys plans for me to finally make it out this year I will be flying a Drooze sticker regardless if anyone else has one made. I of course will purchase any sticker anybody else has made!

08-03-2010, 11:27 AM	#5
MYRONARL1119 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: COLUMBUS,OHIO Posts: 59 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund hOW ABOUT A GOOD DECAL PRODUCER LIKE "STAGELIGHT" (MIKE BEARD) PRODUCING A DECAL(WITH DAVE WERTMAN'S APPROVAL OF COURSE), AND ALL PROCEDES TO DROOZE KIDS FUND. COUNT ME IN REGARDLESS OF THE FACT BE IT A FUND IN THE KIDS NAME OR BUYING MEMORIAL DROOZE DECAL IF SOMEONE WILL MAKE THEM LIKE MR. BEARD.

08-03-2010, 11:45 AM	#6
spike1 Junior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 96 Likes: 120 Liked 53 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund Hi Guys, Dave or I will be posting a address for cards that anyone would like to send. Viewing will be Thursday and again Dave will be posting address and times. Decals would be a nice tribute to Chris and I would pitch in if we could find someone to make them. Dave and family members are very grateful, as I am, for all the support that you family of classracers are showing for "Drooze". Thank you all, Keith

08-09-2010, 05:28 PM	#10
NewHemi Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 472 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Chris "Drooze" Wertman Memorial Fund Just a quick "thank you" to the many of you who have already donated to the fund. Each will shortly receive a note acknowleding your wonderfully gracious gifts. When the decals are ready, we will let everyone know how to get them. But once again the drag racing community is standing tall and being very gracious in their support for Chris' young children. I am humbled to know that Chris had such a profound and I expect, lasting effect on you all. Well I have to go now. I am on my way to work on some "secret squirrel" stuff for the Mega Maniac. I can't tell you what we are up to, or what will happen, but I do suggest that you look for us in Indy. Thanks Again! David The New Hemi Guy