Uncle Buck
 

As reported on a previous post on here but, it's with deep regret to report that Ronnie "Uncle Buck" Harple passed away earlier this morning from his battle with pancreatic cancer.

For many of you who did not know him, you missed meeting a great man and a great cook! As the crew chief for George Donhauser, Uncle Buck was a true gentlemen in every aspect and was always there to lend a helping hand even after he was diagnosed. The stories that he would share with the group were priceless and you sometimes left shaking your head as to how they didn't end up behind bars.

The one thing Uncle Buck was known for was his cooking and making sure everyone was always full before they called it a night at the track. From the annual "Pig Roast" at the MASGA Event at Cecil County to their Nightly Cookouts at the NHRA / IHRA Events everyone always knew where to go for a Nice Cold Beer and a Great Meal! You will be missed good friend and the track just won't be the same without you! So this weekend at Virginia raise a beer wherever you maybe and honor the man known as "Uncle Buck" to all of us!

The Keisters - Rob, Bob & Beth
1194 & 1198 S/G / S/C

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Our hearts go out to the Donhausers and Ronnies family at this sad time in their lives..He was one of a kind and I shall never forget him. Our Saturday nights will never be the same.. He is now bringing laughter to higher ups and cooking classes beer basted along with a few bloody marys to top it off....He sure will be missed..Drive Fast Buddy, Bruce and Sharon

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What a great guy. Our hearts go out to the family........Penny and Bob.

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Never met Uncle Buck but it sure sounds as if he knew how to enjoy life! I envy him for that. God's Speed Uncle Buck, prayers for you and your friends and family. Jim

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What a guy - taught me about Super Gas , how to roast a pig and most of all -- how to have fun with you're friends .Ronnie will be missed for sure .............

Re: Uncle Buck
 

A Service for Ron (uncle buck) will be this Saturday April 21st at Schimunek Funeral Homes 610 Macphail Road Bel Air,MD starting at 11AM .Followed by a celebration of his life at the Bel Air Moose Lodge 310 East Jarrettsville Road Forest Hill ,MD 21050 The family has requested in lieu of flowers,send a donation to the Pancriatic Cancer Alliance Network or to the Bel Air Moose Lodge. We have truely lost a very special person that has touched all of our hearts and lives

Re: Uncle Buck
 

My deepest regrets.....

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Ron was the type of man that makes this hobby/sport great! He will be sorely missed by ALL of his friends. As someone said "They don't make them like Uncle Buck anymore"

The best portion of a good man's life is his little nameless,
unencumbered acts of kindness and of love.
- Wordsworth

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I've been following the updates and was saddened to hear the battle has ended.I always looked forward to stopping in at the Friday night get togethers and enjoying the company of Uncle Buck and the rest of the gang there.My heartfelt condolences go out to all his relatives and friends.God bless him.I'm sure the cuisene will greatly improve with his presence in his new surroundings.:>):>)