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- CT
Bruins should be in the font like the super jet was on his ski.
This one looks the best
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This one looks the best
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- Holland, MI
DJ let me know how i can get the sticks i want a few!
kraqus
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- Great State of Texas
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- Cleveland Ohio
DONATION THREAD IS STICKY'D ON TOP. Thanks, Darin.
Just donate and leave your address with the paypal and we'll get em to ya. Dan is sending me the names!
Abe @ North Graphics is already making up the decals as we speak.
Just donate and leave your address with the paypal and we'll get em to ya. Dan is sending me the names!
Abe @ North Graphics is already making up the decals as we speak.
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- Cleveland Ohio
[h=1]Kevin Bruins remembered for energetic life, caring spirit[/h]
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[h=3]Kevin Bruins[/h]
By HEIDI FENTON
The Holland Sentinel
Posted Oct 18, 2011 @ 11:00 PM
Holland —
Kevin Bruins lived life in the fast zone, it seemed, always looking for the next project, the next job and the next way to give back to his community.
Whether it was starting his own water sports shop, repairing personal watercraft for other businesses or flying out of the country on mission trips with his church, Bruins, 33, was ready to do it all — and remained positive. But all that work took energy, of course, and Bruins knew where to find it.
“The dude loved Mountain Dew, and he kind of just lived his life that way,” recalled the Rev. Jonathan Elgersma, senior pastor at Faith Reformed Church in Zeeland. “He was an adventurous spirit.”
That same sense of adventure carried into Bruins’ love for water sports.With more than 20 years of experience riding watercraft, friends said, he took off onto Lake Michigan at the Holland State Park pier heads Saturday morning.
Authorities found Bruins’ body Tuesday at about 9:15 a.m. in a rocky area near the north pier at the state park.
The recovery ended a days-long search that began before daybreak Sunday after his vehicle and trailer were found at a nearby launch site, and continued with help from a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter and a boat from the Grand Haven Coast Guard station.
Rescue efforts were hampered Monday by gale-force winds that rocked Lake Michigan waters, bringing waves to dangerous levels. Divers finally were able to safely enter the water early Tuesday.
Mike Embry, a parts and service manager at Village Motor Sports in Holland, worked with Bruins for years and shared his enthusiasm for being out on the water.
Where some shy away from rough waves, he said, those conditions are ideal for many Jet Skiers.
“The bigger, the better,” he said.
When news of Bruins’ accident came, Embry could only think he must have lost his breath when caught in the waves. Any kind of mechanical problem, to him, seemed out of the question.
Bruins, a resident of Overisel Township, used his own business — PWC Technology in Zeeland — to help with repair work at Village Motor Sports during the summer. Two weeks ago, he was hired full-time for the upcoming winter and spring months, and Bruins was just waiting for his business to slow so he could get started.
Outside of work, Bruins had served as a deacon and treasurer at Faith Reformed Church. He and his wife, Emily, married there and now have three sons — the youngest, 7 months old.
At Faith, Bruins and his wife helped run a program called “Breakfast with Baby” that offers new mothers a warm meal, childcare and free diapers and clothing as needed.
He launched a program that provided clean water to residents in parts of Mexico who were struggling without it. The church collected more than $50,000, and Bruins and other members traveled south to install water purification systems.
“For him, it was just a very, very clear issue that everyone had the right to clean water, and we had the opportunity to help with that,” Elgersma said. “He just had a genuine heart for giving and people in need.”
Every couple of months, or so, Bruins would call or send a note to Elgersma, checking in to make sure his pastor was doing OK. That encouragement is what he will miss most.
Talking with family Tuesday, Elgersma said, conversation flowed into laughter that naturally resulted from stories of Bruins’ life, even as the pain and sadness of his loss sank in. The joy that marked his time with others was undeniable.
“He went home to be with the Lord leaving a huge hole, a huge loss,” a relative said.
Families are in the process of organizing an education fund for Bruins’ three boys. Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Faith Reformed Church, 220 W. Central Ave., in Zeeland. A memorial service is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday at the same location.
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[h=3]Kevin Bruins[/h]
By HEIDI FENTON
The Holland Sentinel
Posted Oct 18, 2011 @ 11:00 PM
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Kevin Bruins lived life in the fast zone, it seemed, always looking for the next project, the next job and the next way to give back to his community.
Whether it was starting his own water sports shop, repairing personal watercraft for other businesses or flying out of the country on mission trips with his church, Bruins, 33, was ready to do it all — and remained positive. But all that work took energy, of course, and Bruins knew where to find it.
“The dude loved Mountain Dew, and he kind of just lived his life that way,” recalled the Rev. Jonathan Elgersma, senior pastor at Faith Reformed Church in Zeeland. “He was an adventurous spirit.”
That same sense of adventure carried into Bruins’ love for water sports.With more than 20 years of experience riding watercraft, friends said, he took off onto Lake Michigan at the Holland State Park pier heads Saturday morning.
Authorities found Bruins’ body Tuesday at about 9:15 a.m. in a rocky area near the north pier at the state park.
The recovery ended a days-long search that began before daybreak Sunday after his vehicle and trailer were found at a nearby launch site, and continued with help from a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter and a boat from the Grand Haven Coast Guard station.
Rescue efforts were hampered Monday by gale-force winds that rocked Lake Michigan waters, bringing waves to dangerous levels. Divers finally were able to safely enter the water early Tuesday.
Mike Embry, a parts and service manager at Village Motor Sports in Holland, worked with Bruins for years and shared his enthusiasm for being out on the water.
Where some shy away from rough waves, he said, those conditions are ideal for many Jet Skiers.
“The bigger, the better,” he said.
When news of Bruins’ accident came, Embry could only think he must have lost his breath when caught in the waves. Any kind of mechanical problem, to him, seemed out of the question.
Bruins, a resident of Overisel Township, used his own business — PWC Technology in Zeeland — to help with repair work at Village Motor Sports during the summer. Two weeks ago, he was hired full-time for the upcoming winter and spring months, and Bruins was just waiting for his business to slow so he could get started.
Outside of work, Bruins had served as a deacon and treasurer at Faith Reformed Church. He and his wife, Emily, married there and now have three sons — the youngest, 7 months old.
At Faith, Bruins and his wife helped run a program called “Breakfast with Baby” that offers new mothers a warm meal, childcare and free diapers and clothing as needed.
He launched a program that provided clean water to residents in parts of Mexico who were struggling without it. The church collected more than $50,000, and Bruins and other members traveled south to install water purification systems.
“For him, it was just a very, very clear issue that everyone had the right to clean water, and we had the opportunity to help with that,” Elgersma said. “He just had a genuine heart for giving and people in need.”
Every couple of months, or so, Bruins would call or send a note to Elgersma, checking in to make sure his pastor was doing OK. That encouragement is what he will miss most.
Talking with family Tuesday, Elgersma said, conversation flowed into laughter that naturally resulted from stories of Bruins’ life, even as the pain and sadness of his loss sank in. The joy that marked his time with others was undeniable.
“He went home to be with the Lord leaving a huge hole, a huge loss,” a relative said.
Families are in the process of organizing an education fund for Bruins’ three boys. Visitation will be 1-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Faith Reformed Church, 220 W. Central Ave., in Zeeland. A memorial service is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday at the same location.
- Location
- West Michigan
The funeral was VERY well attended tonight. Kevin was such a strong personality there was a huge turnout! Glad to see all the fellow riders who made the trip out to show their respect. Hope the surf is always rocking in heavin buddy!!! We will do all we can to help Emily and the boys!!!
WaveDemon
Not Dead - Notable Member
- Location
- Hell, Florida
I got an indignant reply from one of the guys who had something terrible to say about bruins in one of the news articles. This guy has a wife and 3 kids as well as plenty of friends on facebook. I will be messaging them to let them know what scum their friend, husband, father Adam Cobb is.
feel free to contribute.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000165732221&sk=wall
WaveDemon
Not Dead - Notable Member
- Location
- Hell, Florida
what I posted was his Facebook page. I'm trying to find his original post now so his family can see what a terrible person he is.
Wolf Child
Just Another Octard
- Location
- All over C. FL
get his email so we can sign him up for all kinda of sick pron (horse/child/gay/etc.)
- Location
- amarillo ,tx
dam guess i missed what he said
kraqus
Site Supporter
- Location
- Great State of Texas
X2....not worth spending time on people like that.
Wavedemon....you are a troublemaker! :biggrin:
JK
Benny
- Location
- West Michigan
It's been one year to the day today. Ride in Peace friend!
steve-uk
Manners cost nothing
- Location
- Barrie - ontario
man, that year passed quick, RIP man
- Location
- Hudsonville, MI
I can't believe it has been a whole year already. Often when I am working on my ski I think, "I wish I could quick call up Bruins and ask him a question about this issue I am having." He really was a great guy.
- Location
- Cleveland Ohio
Gonna tear up some monster waves on Erie for him today. Be safe, everyone.