Tracy and Connie's Nor-Tech 47 with twin Ilmor's
Way back, even though we had chatted on-line on Offshore Only, then on Serious Offshore after we started the new site, we did not meet Wrink and Connie until Key West, 2009. That was the first time we spotted his unique style of dress.
The 43 Nor-Tech with triple 525's Wrink had when we first met.
Did I say "Unique" style of dress?
So one year, at the Boyne Thunder poker run, Brooks comes up with the great idea of a bunch of us who were Wrink's friends to dress in the "Unique" Wrink style. He was a bit surprised to say the least. A picture that will live in infamy.......
One of Wrink's greatest enjoyments was helping the kids of Camp Quality through his association with Boyne Thunder. Every year he would donate boat rides to childrern, and their families, who may of never had an opportunity to have that kind of an experience.
Here is a quote from Wrink after he gave Parker a ride, and actually let him drive, at one event.
"Parker, 1 of the Camp Quality kids wheel'n the NT as Connie throttled & Doc T sported as port side ballast! Priceless! Look at that young mans face!!!If that doesn't get ya, U need help!!!!" Tracy Wrinkleface
For many years he was one of the Boyne Thunder poker run's key personnel, gave the rides, did a pre-run speech, and was a Pace boat/Patrol boat.
REO Speedwagon was his favorite group, and we went to watch them several times with Wrink and Connie. This was one time in Vegas.
The wedding was a very special event. They were an outstanding match as a couple. We feel so sorry for Connie and what she is going through. Obviously many of us will be there to help in any way she needs it.
"Roll'n w/the Changes" said it all for Wrink.
A couple months ago on Valentines Day.
I am really gonna miss the guy. When he walked in the room, everyone knew about his arrival in a very short period of time as many of you know. And how many times, when he called and you were unable to answer, did you get the message with the "Punk" or "Asshole", "Answer your phone"!
As you think about it, and remember some of the times you had talking and running around with Wrink, please add your thoughts and photos to this thread. I'm going to follow with some pictures and thoughts myself of times we had to visit with Wrink and Connie. He may be gone, but he will certainly never be forgotten.
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