George 'Mikey' Hebert

[BeanoMan]

Attached is the eulogy that I delivered at the funeral on behalf of myself and the members of the homebrew club.

George 'Mikey Hebert
1954-2007

George Michael Hebert or as I and other friends called him, Mikey.
Mikey was a lovable free spirit. He was loved by his family and his
friends. His passions were music and of course good beer but his love
was his family and most importantly Shirley. Shirley mentioned the
other nite that Mikey called her, Jeannie, playfully telling her he was the
master and she was his Jeannie.

I think it can be said that Mikey did get his three wishes granted. Those
are wishes that all of us would hope to have fulfilled. The love of a
good woman, the lasting friendships of all the people he would know in
life and fond and happy memories of his journey through life.

Mikey was a proverbial ‘open book’. There was no conniving,
subterfuge, or malice towards anyone. That just was wasn’t Mikey. He
said what he thought and did not condemn anyone for what they
thought.
Mikey had a good heart. He was there when his friends needed help, and
that’s why his friends were there when he needed help.

He told me one time he was concerned that he couldn’t give Shirley
everything he felt she deserved in life. I just told him to give her his
heart and she would be happy. But that just wasn’t enough for Mikey.
He wanted to make their home her dream home and he wanted her to
have a dream car.

We will remember Mikey and he will never be forgotten. He will be
remembered in many ways; as that lovable rascal, as a loyal friend, as a
caring and devoted dad and paw paw, and as a loving companion.

I try to remind myself, especially on these solemn occasions, that our
existence in this world is so very brief. We leave behind the memories
of those we cherished and those that cherished us. Mikey, thank you for
letting us know you. You have enriched our lives and I pray that in
some way we have enriched yours.

[BeanoMan]

Following the funeral members of the club went to Acapulco in Orange. We toasted Mikey just as several years earlier we, including Mikey, toasted Kyle at the same resturant. Shirley has offered and I accepted on behalf of the club to accept Mikey's beer stockpile and use it for our end of meeting toast, now to both Kyle and Mikey. The tradition of our club is to never forget our fallen members. This shall continue. The club purchased, contributed $100, towards a beautiful flower arrangement made by Tammy. Shirley asked that the arrangement was buried with Mikey and was. Shirley is holding up well but the days ahead will be lonely. Keep her in your prayers to give her strength to get through this.
Doug

[1 Bad Brewer]

Said Barnacle Bill the Sailor.......

[justbrewit raybo]

I had an idea and talked it over with Doug yesterday while we were driving around at work. I suggested that the club purchase Mike's brewing equipment for around $500 and sell it for Shirley (if Shirley is agreeable). Anything over $500 goes to Shirley. I don't think this can wait for a vote till next meeting, so if we can get a favorable response from the club over the forum, I suggest that Doug proceeds. Maybe the club officers can do a informal vote and make it more legal. What do you guys have to say?

[1 Bad Brewer]

I am all for it.

[John C]

I talked with Doug today about this and think this would be a good thing to do for Shirley, assuming that is what she wants.

I took a look at the bylaws and this would require the following.

B. Quorum - At least two officers and forty per cent (40%) of the regular members shall be considered a quorum to conduct business.

No reason why this could not be done on-line and if necessary via telephone. Based on 16 regular members (not counting the 4 officers), this would require that at least 7 regular members weigh in on the proposal. This would be the minumum.

[John C]

I apparently hit a short cut key to post the last message before I was finished. . .

Doug plans on calling Shirley within the next few days to discuss this idea. If it is a go, I would suggest that the officers contact as many of the club members as possible within X days and based on the majority opinion proceed or not proceed.

John

[1 Bad Brewer]

Dont bother calling me. I will vote for the purchase right now. So go find 6 more members and lets just do it.

[Bob McGill]

I will cover all losses on this purchase. I will gaurentee $500.00, even though I don't want the equipment. I hope Ray will hold the freezer untill it is sold. A system, a CO2 delivery system, and primary & secondary equipment; how can I lose (as well as other small items). If I lose, it will be in membery of Mikey.

[BeanoMan]

Thanks. I will contact the necessary members for approval. For officiers myself, John C and Dave (which I will contact tomorrow), Mark comes in on Sunday. I talked to Ray. He can store the system. in his garage. I will ask Dean if he can store Mikey's beer and continue bringing some to the meetings. I think Mikey had 2-3 freezers/refrig's out in the Garage. After I contact the necessary members Friday I'll then call Shirley Friday nite and discuss this with her. If she is available this Sat. maybe we can go over and see what she wants moved out. I don't think we'll have any problem selling the equipment and get the 500 back and hopefully more for Shirley.

[BeanoMan]

I’ve talked with many of you by phone over the weekend. I want to thank each of you for your
vote to help Shirley any way possible even with the clubs finances. Anything you can do
personally is also appreciated. As she morns the loss of Mikey please keep her in your prayers.