I've been a bit lost on what to say for the last hour or so.

I first met him at 86Fiesta. This was my first car meet and he had just moved to CA. Among the other people I met that day, Buzz and his wife left a lasting impression on me as a newcomer. I was fortunate enough to meet him a few more times over the past year.

Buzz was an awesome guy, with a great personality. I wish I had the chance to get to know him more. I'm always talking about how great this community is and Buzz was a prime example of why I go out of my way to meet and drive with you all.

I'm a firm believer in surrounding one's self with people who make life and the world a better place to live in. Buzz was one of those people. He will be sorely missed.

Words can't even express the hurt I'm feeling right now. Tears are flowing :'(

He was one of the coolest and most interesting people I've had the pleasure to meet. Always with a smile and he never forgot a face. Highly intelligent but you wouldn't notice because of how humble he was.

You will be greatly missed, friend!

RIP Buzz!!

Love & light

What sad news, especially for his wife. I never had the pleasure of meeting him but from reading the other posts he was larger than life.

May he rest in peace.

I've only talked to Buzz a few times at meets but I was always entertained by his enthusiasm when he talked about whatever. First met him at the 86 Summer Kickoff caravan to Oakland. I only did the 3-mile track but his Thunderhill guide helped me a lot my first time out. I wish the best for his family. In his honor I'm going to buy Ricochet Robots and show it to my friends.

Terrible thing to hear... I don't know about others but I'm always in disbelief when I hear about things like these. Sometimes the worst things happen to the best people, unfortunately.

Wow, I'm kinda at a loss for words. He was one of the most approachable and genuine guys in the group. His enthusiasm was contagious, not only about cars, but all his interests. Everybody's posts are just testaments of how great of a guy he is. I hope you are enjoying that twisty road in the sky Buzz. RIP.

I am at a loss for words. We will miss you Buzz.

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Buzz made this and it made me giggle.

Update:

Alexia (Buzz's wife) will be giving the 86 community some of his ashes to spread on Highway 9, this way we can visit buzz anytime on the windy road. She would like us to do it the same day that other people will be celebrating his life, then we can post it on the FB page so everyone can follow.

His memory lives on
 

I met Buzz at 86 Fiesta last year. It was my first meet, and Buzz and his wife were the first folks in the 86 Community that I came to know. Even from those first minutes at the picnic table, it was easy to fall in like with him. He was generous, enthusiastic to share his knowledge, and carried a great amount of presence in any crowd.

Buzz was a man of character, and that is the highest compliment I can give.

I have only known Buzz since June when I went to go buy him and his wife some Earl Grey Tea at Starbucks .

Since then I have genuinely enjoyed his company at all the Southbay meets (he was definitely one of those characters I would travel to the meet from SF for) .

I can't believe he is gone ; just hearing the news made me feel so empty inside it hurts :(

My last memory of Buzz was him speeding off on his Motorcycle (boy that thing left me deaf for a few hours) , strapped in leather looking like a complete BADASS .

The world is definitely a bit worse without him around .

Enjoy the race tracks up there Buzz ! Hopefully E85 up there is free !


P.S. A drive in his honor is a must !!

My condolences to Buzz's family. Even though I have not met him, I propose that we should plan a drive on highway 9 as a memorial cruise as well as spreading his ashes along that road.

At the 86 Fiesta in Oakland I was one of the non meat eating people and Buzz went out of his way to clean the grill from meat to make two veggie burgers for me.
He double-checked on me to make sure I was fed and the food was good.

I was going to say the same thing. Buzz came in and without hesitation started helping us in the grill/prep area. He was cooking on another grill and when he found out our charcoal was starting to die out he grabbed a foil and we relocated to his area. He was so concerned and wanted to make sure everyone was fed.

Damn, I'm still in shock.

Race In Heaven.

Rick

Goddamnit, I was just talking to him and everyone else the other week about ThunderHill @ Chik-Fil-A. He had so much knowledge and didn't hesitate a bit to share it. I can't believe this still, he was literally sitting in front of me that night.

There was an obvious void at 86Day without his presence, I like many of you overheard countless people ask, "Where's Buzz"?

I hope what took him from us was painless and left him with a happy soul.

Rest in piece brother,

.ck

Though I only met Buzz once, it was quickly obvious to me that he was a fantastic individual who was truly interested in bettering himself and all those around him. One only needs to look at the huge energy that he put into his five mile guide to see how much he wanted to help. I considered it a privilege to help him on the T-Hill three mile, and I was honestly looking forward to seeing his progress next time. He drove with passion and aggression, but he was also extremely eager for input. He absorbed information very quickly and applied it effectively. In short, he was the type of driver we all should be and the sort of person upon whom communities are built.

May Buzz rest in peace and his family be blessed; he will be sorely missed.