I just received word from Rhy, Jake's son, that Jake (@Jake650 ) passed away yesterday.
Jake was a machinist par excellence. He was in the process of restoring an XS1. Rhy has joined the forum... @Rhy650 . He assures us he will continue his Dad's work.
Vade in pace Jake...go in peace friend.
Hello Jim and the XS650 forum,
My name is Rhy Norton and I am Jake Norton’s son. I am not sure if you were aware, but two-and-a-half years ago my father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Jake did everything that he could to fight this disease. Major surgery, multiple rounds of chemotherapy, a multitude of clinical trials...Unfortunately, despite these actions, Jake passed away yesterday morning. His passing was peaceful with his wife and son by his side.
I'll include the PDF so you can read his full message. My name is Rhy Norton and I am Jake Norton’s son. I am not sure if you were aware, but two-and-a-half years ago my father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Jake did everything that he could to fight this disease. Major surgery, multiple rounds of chemotherapy, a multitude of clinical trials...Unfortunately, despite these actions, Jake passed away yesterday morning. His passing was peaceful with his wife and son by his side.
Jake was a machinist par excellence. He was in the process of restoring an XS1. Rhy has joined the forum... @Rhy650 . He assures us he will continue his Dad's work.
Vade in pace Jake...go in peace friend.
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