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  1. Wed Jan 11th, 2012, 09:05 AM #1
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    Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    It is with a very heavy heart that we must report to you all this morning that young Spencer Russell #143 died last night.

    Spencer joined the MRA in 2011 as an up-and-coming competitor in the 250 Cup Series and was a fresh and smiling face in the paddock. His competitive spirit and wonderful personality was a perfect fit in our organization. He will be dearly missed by all...

    Additional details regarding funeral arrangements will be posted as we know them. We want to be sure not to overwhelm his family with our presence at his service, so please wait for information from us before making plans to attend.

    **Update
    The service will be on Saturday, January 21st at 10am at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Wheat Ridge:

    4500 Wadsworth Boulevard
    Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033
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    http://www.holycrosswheatridge.org/

    The family welcomes the MRA members and friends to attend the service. Because of the large numbers expected, please plan to arrive early to park, etc.

    The family has requested that you please "do not" send flowers to the service as they will not be able to find a home for all of them and they will go to waste.

    In lieu of flowers, you may prefer to donate to the Spencer Russell Memorial Fund which is in the process of being set up at Compass Bank. This fund will help the family with the costs of the service and other things associated with the loss of their son.

    Details regarding the fund will be posted up as soon as we have them.

    Thanks Everyone






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  2. Wed Jan 11th, 2012, 09:07 AM #2
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP Spencer. God bless his family.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    This is unbelievably sad, I enjoyed competing with Spencer and will miss him a great deal. Condolences to family and friends.

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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Very sorry to hear this. RIP Spencer.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    What happened? He was so young, this is just horrible horrible news.

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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP Spencer.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    That's terrible news. He was a good rider and everybody seemed to like him. My condolences to his family.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP Spencer
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    He'll definitely be missed. RIP Spencer.


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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell



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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP rider. Sending thoughts to his family.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP.

    Many condolences to his family and friends.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Wow, this is definitely shocking, to say the least.

    RIP Spencer.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP...
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    So, what happened? Did he die to a motorcycle injury or was it something else?

    Regardless, he was too young to die. May he rest in peace.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Great kid and such a large amount of heart and determination. So sad. I enjoyed being on the track with him. RIP.


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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP rider.


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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Poor kid.
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Unbelievable tragedy for everyone- so sad someone this young had to leave us. I enjoyed watching him compete in several MRA races last summer, and he improved so much throughout the season. Thoughts and prayers to the family…
    I hope you’re turning fast laps where ever you are now. RIP Spencer
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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    RIP Thoughts and prayers to the family


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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    God no, this is terrible.

    I've seen that kid do great things on a motorcycle. He had great control and excellent reflexes. He belonged on the track.

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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    This is very sad. We went cat and mouse in two races in the mini moto series. He will be in my thoughts

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    Re: Godspeed #143 Spencer Russell

    Very sad news. So young. My heart goes out to the family. RIP Spencer.

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