Dennis Hartweg

[DarrenX33]

This is most depressing news. My thoughts are with Dennis and his family.

Perhaps the home page can be modified this month to remember Dennis?

[sYc]

Imagine. . . ...

There is a bank that credits your account each morning with $86,400. It
carries over no balance from day to day. Every evening it deletes whatever
part of the balance you failed to use during the day. What would you do?
Draw out ALL OF IT, of course!!!!

Each of us has such a bank. Its name is TIME. Every morning, it credits
you
with 86,400 seconds. Every night it writes off, as lost, whatever of this
you have failed to invest to good purpose. It carries over no balance. It
allows no overdraft.

Each day it opens a new account for you. Each night it burns the remains
of
the day. If you fail to use the day's deposits, the loss is yours.

There is no going back.There is no drawing against the "tomorrow." You
must
live in the present on today's deposits. Invest it so as to get from it
the
utmost in health, happiness, and success! The clock is running. Make the
most of today.

To realize the value of ONE YEAR, ask a student who failed a grade.

To realize the value of ONE MONTH, ask a mother who gave birth to a
premature baby.

To realize the value of ONE WEEK, ask the editor of a weekly newspaper.

To realize the value of ONE HOUR, ask the lovers who are waiting to meet.

To realize the value of ONE MINUTE, ask a person who missed the train.

To realize the value of ONE-SECOND, ask a person who just avoided an
accident.

To realize the value of ONE MILLISECOND, ask the person who won a silver
medal in the Olympics.

Treasure every moment that you have! And treasure it more because you
shared it with someone special, special enough to spend your time.

And remember that time waits for no one. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is
a mystery. Today is a gift. That's why it's called the

present!!!

Friends are a very rare jewel, indeed. They make you smile and encourage
you to succeed. They lend an ear, they share a word of praise, and they
always want to open their heart to us.

Received from Dennis Cumby

I still remember Dennis' excitement over that Gibb car he had just bought from Jude Hettick. I believe it was his first Gibb car at the time. It was at the Nova Nationals in Indianapolis. He parked right next to me, and we followed each other to the Indy track to take a lap. We had lunch at the hotel. Really enjoyed his stories about the Gibbs', his father and the dealership, and mostly his cars. I know he had interest in buying the old Gibb dealership and making it a museum. Would have loved to see that. I hope one of you "Gibb people" pick up where Dennis left off, and pursue at least some of his dreams. I hope something is done to commemorate Dennis at the LaHarpe delivery on March 2nd of the 8 2002 ZL-1 cars. Perhaps a sticker of some sort would be appropriate. I can't think of anyone who had more of a passion for the Gibb cars and history. As far as living for today, I decided that about 20 years ago when my father in law died at 50. Was a year away from retirement. Doesn't seem fair. I could give a sh-- less about a savings plan. I figure if I live long enough to use a retirement plan, that in itself is good enough for me. I am leaving my kids bills, and maybe a couple of cars! [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/grin.gif[/img] Rest in peace Dennis, we will miss you.

[NovaMob03]

<font color="black"> If anyone would like to send flowers there is a florist on 5th Street, Phone: (217)522-3334. The funeral home mentioned memorial contributions could be made to either the Animal Protective League at 1001 Tainter Road Springfield, IL 62702 or The AM. Diabetes Assn./Always and Forever Program PO Box 26870 North Canton, OH 477270

Dennis was a great friend to all of us involved in this hobby. I'll miss him, his honesty, helpfulness, dedication, and friendship. </font color>

[69rsss350]

Tom and Dennis Cumby, well said. I am sure that Mr. Hartweg will be driving it like he stole it with God as his co-pilot for eternity. My condolences to the famly, he will be missed!

[JoeC]

Just a suggestion. Is there a way to have one of Dennis's cars used as the next feature car? This can be a small tribute in memory of Dennis if this is OK with his family.

[shor]

Dennis told me a neat story a couple months back. Gibb had called Mr Hartweg (Denis's dad)to come by the dealership the day after the first two zl-1's were delivered. They told him to bring the wrecker because the car or cars wouldn't start. Mr. Hartwig took his son, Dennis with him 33 years ago. Dennis told me he took his camara with him because they were supposed to be "special" camaros!
Well when he got there they were just "plain" camaros with a coating of snow on them! He didn't "waste" a picture.
Wow!!! Talk about being there and being part of history!!
Can anyone else add to this story? I thought it was a very special story.

[68TopStock]

At the sYc show in 2001 when the Gibb dealership was the featured dealership, I first met Dennis and spoke with him at length, since we have become fast friends. He walked up to me and said "I know that is "Little Hoss" because I remember when my father cut the hole in the firewall for the plenum aircleaner assembly. I told him it looked ugly, and asked why he cut the hole. My dad laughed, picked up the plenum, put it on the firewall and said, "there, doesn't that look better now?". He thanked me for not restoring the firewall, and for leaving the gaping hole there.

I thought I had a passion for the Gibb cars, however, what I have seen Dennis accomplish, with his sincere desire to preserve the heritage of this great dealership just humbled myself. I will remember him forever. I am just thankful he got to go on the cruise last fall with me. He told me he hadn't been in "Little Hoss" since 1968, and then only in the back seat. I even got to show him a launch. He loved that car. I only wish I would have let him drive it then. That was going to happen this year.

Goodbye Dennis [img]/ubbthreads/images/icons/frown.gif[/img]

[sYc]

Dennis L. Hartweg
December 21, 1954 - January 31, 2003

Birthplace: LaHarpe, Illinois
Resided In: Springfield Illinois
Visitation: February 05, 2003
Service: February 05, 2003








Dennis L. Hartweg, 48, of Pleasant Plains, formerly of Peoria, died at 8:04 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2003 at Freeman West Hospital ER in Joplin, MO.

Dennis was born December 21, 1954 in LaHarpe, IL, the son of Charles and Betty Long Hartweg. He married Ann Raudenbush September 7, 1985 in Peoria, IL.

Mr. Hartweg was employed by Penske Logistics for seven years and was currently a Regional Safety Manager. Annually he participated in the Fred Gibb Memorial Car Show. He collected classic cars, loved animals and enjoyed sailing.

He was preceded in death by his father.

He is survived by his wife, Ann of Pleasant Plains; mother: Betty (husband, William) Dunkin of Peoria; one sister: Deb (husband, Mike) Shoultz of Peoria; stepmother: Paula Hartweg of Peoria; two nieces and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends may call at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home from 5-6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2003. Funeral Services will be at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2003 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Scott Brindley officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Protective League, Waggin Tails, 1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62702 or American Diabetes Association, Always &amp; Forever Memorial &amp; Honor Program, P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, OH 44720.

The family of Dennis L. Hartweg is being served by Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.

[sYc]

As we reflect back on the goods times we had with Dennis, and think about the void that his passing has left in our lives and our hobby, remember this, Dennis is now in the company of his heros, his father and Fred Gibb. I would say by now that Dennis has questioned both of them at length about the Gibb dealership, the different Gibb race cars and COPO cars. I am sure both of them are telling Dennis how proud they are of him for his efforts in preserving the Gibb legacy while here on earth. Heck, by now, I would bet he has even looked up Don Yenko, Dickie Harrell and the Stephani brothers.

Dennis will be missed, but not forgotten.