smokeyjo Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Jim Gahlen, one of the original HDT pioneers has been diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer. He is currently in hospice care and it doesn't look good. He and his wife Val could sure use everyone's prayers right now. Smokey & Pam2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road15 Jeep Cherokee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toddleti Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 We don't know Jim and His wife but our prayers goes out to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Our prayers are going out for Jim and Val. May they feel His loving arms surround them at this time. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broncohauler Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 We just lost my father inlaw 2 weeks ago that was in hospice at our house. God bless and lots of prayers it's a very rough time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim & Wilma Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 We're keeping Jim and Val in our prayers. Jim & Wilma 2006 Travel Supreme 36RLQSO 2009 Volvo VNL730, D13, I-shift, ET, Herrin Hauler bed, "Ruby" 2017 Smart Class of 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Our prayers are with them also. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtitus Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Our thoughts and prayers also go out to Jim and Val.. Doug & Deaon Doug & Deaon Titus Red 1998 Volvo 610 Motorhome "Dogden" In memory of Sam the white boxer 8/29/2002 - 7/23/2007 1998 Teton Royal 1990 Gold Wing/Watsonian Sidecar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis M Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 We'll keep Jim in our thoughts as well. There are a lot of us following in his footsteps! Dennis & NancyTucson, AZ in winter, on the road in summer.1999 Volvo 610 "Bud" 425 HP Volvo, Super 10 spd.2005 Mountain Aire 35 BLKS2013 smart fortwo CityFlame riding on Bud(Replaced '05 smart first loaded in '06 and '11 smart that gave it's life to save me!)Our Travel Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Jim and Val were the starters of the HDT Rally. Those of you new to the HDT world might find the following section on the HDT Rally site of interest. LINK. There was a lot of hard work put into these initial Rallies. And, really, without the help of Kenny Doonan and his staff it is questionable if the Rally would have taken off like it did. Valerie and Jim did almost all the work on these initial rallies.....without them, I suspect there would not be the number of HDTers that we have today. Our prayers are with Jim and Valerie. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPL Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Jack, Thanks for that little bit of history. Sounds like they are great people and our thoughts and prayers go out to them in this most trying time. God Bless Pat The Old Sailor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
strawdog Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 We have been watching the situation unfold for the last couple of weeks, didn't want to post about it figuring it was Val's decision if she wanted to do so. Extremely sad, our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim and Val. Dave Dave, Renee & furkids Casey & Miss Kitty 1998 Volvo 610 Straight 10 "Leather n' Lace"; Herrin bed w/Rampage motorcycle lift; 2010 40' New Horizons Majestic; 2008 Harley FLSTC; 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited; 1999 Yamaha 4X4 Kodiak (that is NOT with us!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr. cob Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 All the best to Jim and Val. 2001 Peterbilt, 379, Known As "Semi-Sane II", towing a 2014 Voltage 3818, 45 foot long toy hauler crammed full of motorcycles of all types. Visit my photo web site where you will find thousands of photos of my motorcycle wanderings and other aspects of my life, click this link. http://mr-cob.smugmug.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeBeFulltimers Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 Thoughts and prayers from a cancer survivor. Fulltiming since September 1, 2010 2012 Ford F-350 PSD SRW Lariat Crew Cab 2012 Montana 3585SA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp093018 Posted March 14, 2016 Report Share Posted March 14, 2016 "I suspect there would not be the number of HDTers that we have today".....Jim got me started after I looked at his rig back in '06, he was also one of the nicest Hughesnet installers. Does anyone know where Jim and Val are ? Regards Gemstone '06 Elite Suites, '08 Softail Classic, '06 Softail Deuce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyates007 Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 Thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeyjo Posted March 15, 2016 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 "I suspect there would not be the number of HDTers that we have today".....Jim got me started after I looked at his rig back in '06, he was also one of the nicest Hughesnet installers. Does anyone know where Jim and Val are ? Regards Gemstone They are currently in Arizona. Making plans to return to their house in South Dakota soon. Smokey & Pam2016 Tiffin Allegro Open Road15 Jeep Cherokee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 We hope things improve and we will keep them in our thoughts. Do you think it would brighten up their day to maybe get a framed picture of the National HDT rally group photo and/or other rally group photos to show them that we are all thinking of them? We would gladly donate some money to that cause. Dave 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CDR Posted March 15, 2016 Report Share Posted March 15, 2016 Godspeed Jim! Val don't worry, Jesus let him take the wheel! Curt 2001 Freightliner Century, 500hp Series 60, Gen 2 autoshift, 3.42 singled rear locker. 2004 Keystone Sprinter 299RLS (TT) 2 & 4 Wheelers! 2013 Polaris Ranger 800 midsize LE Our motto "4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted March 16, 2016 Report Share Posted March 16, 2016 Would Jim be interested in a drive-by? Let him know what his pioneering has begat? There's a lot of members in the Phoenix area, and it shouldn't take much to get something organized. I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PSD_Tweaker Posted March 17, 2016 Report Share Posted March 17, 2016 Best wishes to Jim & Valerie, our prayers are added to many others. Thinking of you now, God be with you both. Rick 1998 VOLVO 610 VED-12 @ 425 HP with 13 speed, 22.5" rubber, TC Equipped, single 3.70 drive axle, 193'' WB. REESE, 30K 4 way rocker-hitch, Jordan Ultima 2020. Under-frame mounted Honda 3000 ei, Towing a DRV MobileSuites- 36TK3 with TrailAir Pin Box, a Yamaha Road Star 1700 on deck. http://diesel-gypsy.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dukedoodle Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 I've never had the pleasure of meeting Jim or Valerie but my thoughts and prayers are with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreyandSusan Posted March 19, 2016 Report Share Posted March 19, 2016 Jim and Val, Our prayers are with you.. Susan & Trey Selman | email | HDT: '01 770 VED12 | 5er: '02 40' Travel Supreme RLTSOA | '16 Piaggio MP3 500 | '15 Smart Cabrio | Personal Blog | HHRV Resource Guide | HHRV Campgrounds | Recreation Vehicle Safety & Education Foundation | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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