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Folks Of Interest Eric Williams~Hotrod Leather-R.I.P.

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  1. Jeff Norwell
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    Jeff Norwell
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    Just got this info.....Eric Williams(hoof22).... HOTROD LEATHER has passed.
    He really loved this place,was a good friend.He was in and out of the Hospital with heart issues.... and is now at peace.Eric passed June 26th.
    Folks have inquired about him..

    I'm going to pin this until Ryan wants it down.
     
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  2. flatheadpete
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    Oh no. I did business with him a couple times. Sad day, indeed.
     
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  3. 41rodderz
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    :(
     
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  4. lothiandon1940
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    Sad news indeed.:(
     
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    :(:(
     
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  6. Blue One
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    RIP Eric. He made some great stuff and he’ll be missed.
     
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    Glenn Eric Williams.jpg
    Glenn Eric Williams
    March 28, 1956 - June 26, 2019
    RIP @hoof22 :(​
     
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  8. RMR&C
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    So sorry to hear this.
     
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  9. 26Troadster
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    RIP
     
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  10. pwschuh
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    So sorry to hear. He did beautiful work.
     
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  11. K13
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    That sucks! He made some straps for me and they were really nicely done. I just installed them this weekend. Sorry for the loss of your friend @Jeff Norwell.
     
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  12. Roothawg
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    Oh no. Bummer.
     
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  13. Offset
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    Rest in Peace

    Condolences to family and friends.

    Sad
     
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  14. Texas Webb
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    Great man,and gone too soon.
     
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  15. Bandit Billy
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    I am so sorry to hear this. I knew he was in and out of the hospital for most of this last year. He was working on the leather hood straps for my roadster prior to the Portland Roadster Show this last March. I told him it was okay to just send them back to me and I would go a different route. He refused and said he would have them done,. that is the kind of guy he is. I received them in plenty of time to make the show and they looked fantastic. His tool roll, registration holder and other parts are pieces of my roadster I will treasure always.

    I had the opportunity to work with him several times during construction of the car and I am proud to say he was a friend. I will miss him and his amazing talents. RIP Eric!
     
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  16. catdad49
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    This is sad, another talent gone. RIP, Glenn.
     
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  17. Atwater Mike
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    Godspeed, Eric. Condolences, @jeff...
     
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    :(:(:(:(:(
     
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    Man I’m very sorry to hear this definitely a craftsman
     
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  20. TomT
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    Oh man - just saw this. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. I have his 32 hood straps on both my roadster and coupe and he made up some special straps for my roadster. I have had many compliments on his leatherwork and passed on his info to so many. Super nice guy, easy to deal with, and very talented - he will be missed ......
     
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  21. Hot Rods Ta Hell
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    Sad to hear. My condolences to family and friends. Sounds like he was quite a craftsman and a Man of his word. Good to know a part of him lives on in the form of his pieces on your cars.
    Can you guys post pics of his work?
     
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  22. Stogy
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    Condolences to You, the Williams Family and Friends on the passing of Eric...

    Regards,
    Stogy
     
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  23. deathrowdave
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    I’m so sorry to hear this , RIP my friend .
     
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  24. Saxman
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    My sincerest condolences to friends and family. I am very sorry for your loss. If you all feel it’s appropriate, in remembrance of Eric would you share pics of the pieces he has made for you?


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  25. Charlie Chops 1940
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    Rest in peace Eric.

    I bought a few pieces of his from time to time...buckles and straps that I haven't used yrt.
     
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  26. John Tumolo
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    Super nice guy. Great to deal with. Used his leather straps on several of my cars. R.I.P. JOHN
     

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  28. continentaljohn
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    Very sorry to hear this ,we had chatted a few times about making his springs and such a nice guy. Our prayers with Eric and his Family
     
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  29. Jeff Norwell
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    Jeff Norwell
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    The main reason I posted Eric's passing was.... he was very concerned about any outstanding jobs that he was trying to finish.He was also taken back at the generosity of this community that helped him while he was in the hospital and recuperating.As mentioned... he had great love for this place and its complete force.
    The Hamb, it's members are like family... and he considered that so. Right to the end.
    This community has come together for a great many causes. helping those out in dire need, over and over again.... and Eric felt that and always mentioned it in our conversations.... complete strangers giving whatever they could.

    That's pretty incredible.

    Yes. it would be a good idea, to showcase some of the work Eric did for his customers.He did his craft for love.. cause there wasn't any big financial gain.Making at living at his craft was a very tough road to travel.
    Hopefully he is making Leather for one of Gods hi-horsepower golden Chariots.

    Eric made me Tank straps,Door Straps,Bed tie-downs and registration folder.... He also had a lot of cool stuff. real "remove before Flight" Phantom tags and a Mig fighter clock.

    He was one of the good ones.

    Thanks all.


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  30. bonneville bones
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    RIP! Sad to loose a true craftsman!


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