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Photo Gallery / Re: Portland 2019
« on: August 04, 2019, 07:02:32 PM »
Thanks for posting all of the pictures! Super!!!!!!! Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: In Portland!
« on: July 27, 2019, 06:08:26 AM »
Post a few pictures, please! Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland Roll call
« on: June 18, 2019, 07:33:34 PM »
Rick, Herb is not coming as he wants to go to a different show this fall on the east coast. Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland Roll call
« on: June 17, 2019, 05:58:29 PM »
I am not going to make it this year, but I will be looking for posts and pictures! Have a great time!!!!! Mike
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Simplexes with Non-Original Engines / Re: Servi-cycle with Villiers engine
« on: January 13, 2019, 06:11:27 PM »
Bob, If you look on pages 14 & 15 in Gary Wollard's book, you will see reference to a Villiers powered Simplex. In addition Simplex did produce a Simplex mini bike with a 200cc Villiers engine. I saw one last summer at the Vintage Motor Bike Club annual meet in Portland, Indiana. It was restored to like new condition. I hope that this helps. Mike Montgomery, Ocean Springs, MS.
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Other Simplexes, such as Sportsman Senior & Jr, scooter / Simplex Spitfire mini bike
« on: October 13, 2018, 07:19:53 AM »
Group,
I have a friend who has a Simplex Spitfire for sale, but it has a Honda engine on it. I do believe that he has the correct engine for it as well. Email me at mvmonty@gmail.com and I will send a few pictures. I need some idea of what it is worth! many thanks, Mike
I have a friend who has a Simplex Spitfire for sale, but it has a Honda engine on it. I do believe that he has the correct engine for it as well. Email me at mvmonty@gmail.com and I will send a few pictures. I need some idea of what it is worth! many thanks, Mike
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Buy, Sell, Trade / Sell
« on: September 21, 2018, 05:24:08 PM »
Hi Folks, For any of you in the deep south who want a rocker clutch Simplex or a Simplex Mini Bike, please call my cell at 228-806-7670. Mike Montgomery
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Buy, Sell, Trade / Re: Gary Wollard's Book for sale $15 shipped
« on: September 07, 2018, 06:10:19 PM »
Folks, I am in search of Gary Wollard's book. I would like to get one for a friend. Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: How about this?
« on: August 18, 2018, 05:56:23 PM »
I have wondered what became of this rig. I moved it to a different location in his shop just before Gary died.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland 2018 Roll Call
« on: July 31, 2018, 07:02:34 AM »
After such a wonderful time at VMBC meet (largely thanks to Rick and Wayne), I returned home and learned that Charlie Eakin died a few days ago. Such a wonderful and friendly guy!! Here is his obit: Mike
Charles A. "Charlie" Eakin
1922-2018
Diamondhead
Charles A. Eakin (Charlie), age 95 of Diamondhead, died peacefully on July 22, 2018.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Ethel Eakin of New Orleans; his loving wife, Jean Eakin; his devoted daughter, Suzanne Eakin Vilemont Bruce; and his brother and best friend, Morrie Eakin.
He is survived by his son, Charles W. Eakin II (Jenneane) of Biloxi; grandson, Charles W. Eakin III (Kristie) of Dallas, Texas; granddaughters, Andrea Vilemont Moreau (David) of Pass Christian, and Ashley Vilemont McFadden of Slidell; and great-grandchildren, Eli Kolidas, Andrew Moreau, and Evelyn McFadden, all of Pass Christian. He is also survived by his dear caregivers, Rose Foss and Willie Ellis.
Charlie was born in New Orleans on November 22, 1922, graduated Alcee Fortier High School in 1939, and Louisiana State University with a BS in Industrial Education in 1943. His military career in the US Navy began in September, 1943, attending the 4th midshipman class at Notre Dame and commissioned as an ensign in January, 1944. He spent his entire active duty as an engineering officer and later as a commanding officer of an amphibious assault ship, LSM 231, in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater until his release from active duty in September, 1945. He remained active in the Naval Reserve, retiring in 1982 with the rank of commander.
Following the War, in his civilian career, he joined the New Orleans District Corps of Engineers as a mechanical engineer in 1948 through 1962. In 1962, he became employed by NASA at the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans as a construction management engineer with the Space Shuttle Task Group. Throughout his civilian and military career, Charlie received many awards, certificates of commendation and appreciation, tributes, and honors, including the Key to the City from Mayor Ernst Dutch Morial.
In retirement, Charlie and his wife moved to a beautiful home he designed and built in Diamondhead, Mississippi, a favorite getaway from the city where they'd had a condo since 1970. Among Charlie's many hobbies were vintage gun collecting, coin collecting, and restoring vintage motorcycles and cars along with his brother, Morrie. Charlie also enjoyed flying with his brother and traveling the world with his wife. He also loved John Wayne movies. Charlie had the respect and friendship of everyone who knew him. He was good-natured, kind-hearted, generous, an animal lover, and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Visitation will be at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, Mississippi from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM, on Thursday, August 2, 2018, with interment to follow immediately at the Biloxi National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the SPCA of Diamondhead, PO Box 6481, Diamondhead, MS.
An online obituary may be viewed and condolences and photos shared at www.riemannfamily.com
Charles A. "Charlie" Eakin
1922-2018
Diamondhead
Charles A. Eakin (Charlie), age 95 of Diamondhead, died peacefully on July 22, 2018.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Ethel Eakin of New Orleans; his loving wife, Jean Eakin; his devoted daughter, Suzanne Eakin Vilemont Bruce; and his brother and best friend, Morrie Eakin.
He is survived by his son, Charles W. Eakin II (Jenneane) of Biloxi; grandson, Charles W. Eakin III (Kristie) of Dallas, Texas; granddaughters, Andrea Vilemont Moreau (David) of Pass Christian, and Ashley Vilemont McFadden of Slidell; and great-grandchildren, Eli Kolidas, Andrew Moreau, and Evelyn McFadden, all of Pass Christian. He is also survived by his dear caregivers, Rose Foss and Willie Ellis.
Charlie was born in New Orleans on November 22, 1922, graduated Alcee Fortier High School in 1939, and Louisiana State University with a BS in Industrial Education in 1943. His military career in the US Navy began in September, 1943, attending the 4th midshipman class at Notre Dame and commissioned as an ensign in January, 1944. He spent his entire active duty as an engineering officer and later as a commanding officer of an amphibious assault ship, LSM 231, in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater until his release from active duty in September, 1945. He remained active in the Naval Reserve, retiring in 1982 with the rank of commander.
Following the War, in his civilian career, he joined the New Orleans District Corps of Engineers as a mechanical engineer in 1948 through 1962. In 1962, he became employed by NASA at the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans as a construction management engineer with the Space Shuttle Task Group. Throughout his civilian and military career, Charlie received many awards, certificates of commendation and appreciation, tributes, and honors, including the Key to the City from Mayor Ernst Dutch Morial.
In retirement, Charlie and his wife moved to a beautiful home he designed and built in Diamondhead, Mississippi, a favorite getaway from the city where they'd had a condo since 1970. Among Charlie's many hobbies were vintage gun collecting, coin collecting, and restoring vintage motorcycles and cars along with his brother, Morrie. Charlie also enjoyed flying with his brother and traveling the world with his wife. He also loved John Wayne movies. Charlie had the respect and friendship of everyone who knew him. He was good-natured, kind-hearted, generous, an animal lover, and had a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Visitation will be at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, Mississippi from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM, on Thursday, August 2, 2018, with interment to follow immediately at the Biloxi National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the SPCA of Diamondhead, PO Box 6481, Diamondhead, MS.
An online obituary may be viewed and condolences and photos shared at www.riemannfamily.com
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland 2018 Roll Call
« on: July 12, 2018, 10:37:02 AM »
Herb Weeks and I will be headed up on Wednesday, July 25th. Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland 2018 Roll Call
« on: June 30, 2018, 05:47:39 AM »
I have talked with Earnie Butler who says that Bob Legron plans to attend on Friday only. I am looking forward to seeing him!
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland 2018 Roll Call
« on: June 23, 2018, 03:24:14 PM »
Rick, I certainly hope so. That is my plan at this moment! Mike
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Portland 2018 Roll Call
« on: June 23, 2018, 11:59:09 AM »
1953 Simplex Automatic under construction