[DeTomaso] TOM TJAARDA'S FLIGHT TO C I.

Sat Aug 6 14:55:13 EDT 2011

Part 2

Well de Tomaso folks,

  I hope that I haven't worn you all out with too much info. I thought these stories would help for the creation of funds for Tom Tjaarda's best ever Pebble Beach trip. As you all can see, Tom's ticket is paid for and he will be there from Wednesday to Monday. I will drive him down from San Francisco. 
  I have a little bit of excess money, Paypal of $1737.00 plus about $200 not yet sent in, as of 8-5 noon, minus plane cost of $1600.00 leaves about $337.00 and I would like to apply it to an informal dinner for Tom at my rented home www.casaborondamonterey.com  or do a goggle earth view of 100 Boronda Lane, Monterey, that Saturday eve for the de Tomaso people or let it help me partial pay for his room cost. Is that ok with you all?
  But in order for me to create some sort of dinner for Tom I must still ask for donations. This villa has secure parking for about 40 plus cars and is beautiful. I would get some fine Italian food from one of the restaurants in Monterey so we can drink, eat and swap stories with Tom and others. This home is only six blocks from the auction events in Monterey and you could park your cars in this safe space and walk. Such a fine time can be created with all these great parameters. 
  This dinner for Tom holds more promise than probably any other time at Pebble could or will ever to host such an event for the de Tomaso groups and Tom. So I hope you all see why I ask for funds. This can happen, I just need your help.
  I tried to send all of you my Paypal sheet but it is too large. I will send it in a single mail later.

I look forward to meeting all of you and I hope together we can create a not to be forgotten time for us and Tom. I have spoke to and read stories from some truly nice people, no doubt we all share in the same goal of giving-showing Tom the best possible time we can.

Thank you,

Jeff Cobb
1316 S. Acadian Thruway
Baton Rouge, La.
70806
zumzum at cox.net 
225-907-4514
www.liveoakconcours.org

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> From: "msm at portata.com" <msm at portata.com>
> Date: August 6, 2011 12:10:43 PM CDT
> To: "Detomaso (detomaso at realbig.com)" <detomaso at realbig.com>
> Subject: [DeTomaso] PCNC Dinner in Monterrey with Tom Tjaarda
> 

> There is still room available for the PCNC dinner with Tom Tjaarda on Friday night, August 19th at Los Laureles Lodge.  If you are going to the Monterey weekend, this is the must go event for all Pantera owners.  But, you need reservations now!  Details at http://panteraclubnorcal.com/index.php/ev/details/12-pcnc-dinner
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> From: "Matt" <matt at nwpantera.com>
> Date: August 6, 2011 3:28:53 AM CDT
> To: <detomaso at realbig.com>
> Subject: [DeTomaso] Tom @ Pebble
> 

> By far the Pantera is the largest example of priceless metal artwork in my collection. Excluding Zepelin's.
> Hats off to the man who we can all thanks for the car that almost wasn't.
> And a piece of art that just looks like no other. Which I happen to really like.
> So if I can offer a pittance to assist in a proper appearance fitting a man of Tom's stature at Pebble then I will. And did!
> FYI Jeffs paypal email is below (copy then go to  www.paypal.com)
> zumzum at cox.net
> 
> Thanks for your efforts Jeff, much appreciated with the current events in your life,hope things are getting better.
> Matt
> 3584
> _______________________________________________
> From: "Colleen" <clister3 at verizon.net>
> Date: August 5, 2011 8:51:40 PM CDT
> To: "Jeff " <zumzum at cox.net>
> Subject: Wed. Aug. 17th
> 

> Swamp Guy, (Jeff)
>  
> I've taken the liberty and made a dinner reservation at Tarpy's for 4 people (you, Tom, me, Rick (my friend) at 7 p.m. Wed. Aug. 17th. Since you already have evening plans Thursday - Lambo Party, Friday - Los Laureles, and Saturday - party at your place. The only excuse for canceling is if Girls Gone Wild is filming and they need your expertise :-)
>  
> Also, for Saturday's party - Lasagna, chicken penne pasta, sausage or veggie/cheese pasta (for the vegans?), Italian bread, garlic or cheese bread, salad, tiramisu dessert. Red/white wine. Let me know what you think.
>  
> Your social director,
>  
> Ricki Bobbi ( Colleen)
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> From: "Marcia Hudson" <marcia at hudsonink.com>
> Date: August 5, 2011 4:33:14 AM CDT
> To: <zumzum at cox.net>
> Cc: "'Adams Hudson'" <adams at hudsonink.com>
> Subject: Tom Tjaarda donation
> 

> Hi Jeff,
> 
> I'm a PI member, saw the request, am willing to help though I'm not going to
> Concorso. Maybe next year? Anyway, I'll happily donate 100 to the cause.
> 
> 1. Do you still need any donations?
> 2. May I impose ONE condition - Can I please get Tom's signature? I met Tom
> years ago, wish I'd gotten it then. He is truly a hero to me. Have had 8
> Panteras, have  'keeper' now. 
> 
> His signature on a Pantera poster (something easily mailed) would be
> fantastic. Does NOT have to say any note or anything. 
> 
> Just let me know. Please 'REPLY" to the cc line above, since I'm writing
> from my wife's email address. Thanks very much, you're doing a great thing.

> Adams Hudson
> 
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> Sent on Wedns, Aug 3,2011 from Tom Tjaarda.

> Good morning Jeff,
>  
> Thank you very much for sending the ticket for the Monterey weekend.  You really did a fantastic job rounding up all the Pantera members.
>  
> I really would have experienced an empty feeling if I could not attend the Pantera 40th birthday. Thank you again for taking care of this.
>  
> Got an e-mail also from Colleen Lister who "conversed" with you on the phone for one and a half hours.  If you want a car buddy she is it.
>  
> Shall I look into a rent car for the drive down to Monterey from the S.F. airport. I can do it here if you want.
>  
> I have talked with Tom McDowel for tickets for the Concorso Italiano and we are set for the three of us. Will try to get more for Colleen also.
>  
> I tried to get into contact with Sandra Kasky of Pebble but she has not responded so it may be too late to accept their offer as an honorary judge.  Will try again in any case may have to pay my way into that event.. Maybe she will give me a couple of tickets when I come there.
>  
> Best for now
>  
> Tom 
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> Guys,
>  
> This year marks the Pantera's 40th anniversary. Concorso Italiano and POCA organizations are unable to fund Tom Tjaarda's trip from Italy to Monterey, CA. We are looking for monetary assistance to cover his flight/accommodations/car rental, so Tom may join us in celebration at Concorso Italiano, Laguna Seca and Pebble Beach. A PayPal account has been established for your convenience by club member Jeff Cobb - Jeff Cobb Auto Works - zumzum at cox.net
>  
> Thank you very much!
>  
> Colleen Lister. clister3 at verizon.net
> (714) 305-9800
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> From: David Berman <dberman at canspan.com>
> Date: August 1, 2011 7:14:26 PM CDT
> To: zumzum at cox.net
> Subject: Tom at Monterey
> Jeff,
> I just read the post on the Pantera International board. I won't be in Monterey this year, but Tom is a great guy and I am happy to do my small part. I don't use PayPal so tell me how you can take my $100 off VISA or AMEX. 
> 
> Thanks.
> 
> David
> 
> 
> David Berman

http://www.panterapassion.com
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Jeff, Awesome news !
> 
> Is Tom planning on attending the dinner put on by Pantera Club of N.C. ,on Friday night, at the Los Laureless Lodge ?
> 
> I would gladly pick up his dinner, if he wants to attend.
> 
> Lastly,
> 
> Either way, Can I mail you a check ? as I don’t have a PayPal account.
> 
> Send me a address.
> 
> Bret Gann
> 