Folks Of Interest RIP "POPS" JIm Markley

I just got the sad news that the Hamb has lost a great ambassador, mentor, father, and a great friend to many. Pops (Jim Markley) father of Seth Markley (whitey) on the board.

I am at a loss of words but am so happy that we made the Hamb Drags 09 a great weekend for him, I am sure there will be a benefit of some sort organized for the family.

Man this is a tough day!

Rest in Peace my friend

Rusty

 

Sorry to hear this as well.

Whitey - your family will be in our thoughts!

 

Sad news indeed.

 

Very very sad to hear. Pops was one of the nicest guys I've ever met. Godspeed Pops, rest in peace.

 

This is very sad news. I knew Jim way back in my classic Chevy days back in the early 80's. Jim was always willing to take the time to talk to a punk kid with an old '56. He was a heck of a great guy and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

 

Man I hate to hear that. I got to know Jim and Seth through the board and considered him a friend, even though we only saw each other at shows. An absolute great guy as has been attested to by all the Tulsa guys who have rallied around him in his time of need. I am sure these same folks will be a huge source of comfort in Jims passing.

To those same guys, When I talked to Jim at the Drags, most of what he talked about was how much you all meant to him. He bragged on every one of you just like you were all his kids, and in a way you were.

There are no words that are profound enough to say when someone leaves this world way too soon, so to Seth and his family I will just say how sorry I am for your loss.

God Speed Jim, it was an honor to know you.

GV

 

I posted this on the DuckusCrapus board...

Pops was an amazing guy. You know, sometimes there is a divisive line between the first tier hot rodders and those that come after. Pops was always welcoming and left judgement at the door.

Jim was a strong man of faith too. Jim's commitment to Christ spoke loud and clear. And that only enhanced his personality. He was a good example of how "Christians" are supposed to act. The whole "Faith is a verb" was certainly present in Jim's daily grind.

Here's a pic I stole from Mama Rash... Jim with his wife Dody.


I'm saddened but grateful I knew Pops.

 

got the sad news earlier from rashy.

i had the pleasure of spending some time with pops at the hamb drags last month, i like many others where emidlety drawn to him and his family. the whole extended tulsa crew is a top notch group. pops reminded me so much of my own father, whom also had a long battle with cancer, that i started to cry when talking to rashy at the drags about him.

i know damm well that pops is looking down on all of us, pain free and happy. i say the next time you fire up your rod, too throw 1 more rev or 1 more burn out, in honor of one of the most touching persons that I've meet in a long time.

love you pops,
ryno

 

OMG....I always enjoyed hanging out with Pops.
What a genuine man, the real deal.

Our condolences to Seth and family.

 

This is indeed a sad day for the Tulsa crew.

There is so much to say and yet I find myself at a loss for words.

Those of you who KNOW me, know that I am rarely at a loss for words. I'll write more when I can do it properly.

Thank you all.

 

Sad news indeed. Condolences to his family. Rest in peace.

 

I'm sorry to hear this. Godspeed pops.

Doc.

 

Rip

 

I've known Jim for many years...It's hard to see the keyboard to type now...Seth, I'm so sorry.

 

Sorry for your loss Whitey,and family,friends.You'll be in our prayers.

 

Sad indeed! prayers go out to the family

 

My condolences go out to all friends and family in this time of sorrow. He will be missed greatly. RIP

 

Pops was a great friend. I wish I would have gotten to know him earlier but am so thankful for the time I did get to spend with him.

R.I.P. Jim


Donald
aka DuckusCrapus

 

Aww man. Sorry to hear this...

 

It was great to see him enjoying himself at the drags.

RIP POP'S

BB

 

Sorry for everyone's lost may he rest in peace

 

I'm so sorry to hear the news. Whitey, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Jim was a dear, dear friend and a very special person. He ALWAYS sent pleasent PM's updating me on what was going on in his garage and his life and showed an interest in mine as well. A true friend indeed.

Last year Jim made the Detroit Autorama and the HAMB Mingle here at the house. He made the night very special for all with his charm, wit and shining personality. It's a weekend full of memories that I'll cherish forever.

 

Dang ! Sorry for you loss Whitey !

 

Damn I hate hearing this. It was so good to see him at the drags, and was really hoping this announcement would be years down the road.
God Bless you Pops.............Whitey, you and the family are in my prayers.

 

A dear friend for 30 yrs,This will be a tuff loss to deal with.

 

We will all miss Jim. A loss to his family and his community. So sad. Joe

 

Jim was a great guy and I only wish I had gotten to know him better.
Sad day for hot rodders everywhere.

CRAB

 

I'm sorry for your (and your families) loss Whitey. Prayers are going out for you all.
I am happy that he was (and still is) a Christian. He is now cruisin' with THE traditional ONE!

 

Hey was a kool guy and an inspiration to every one. Please continue the prayers.
He is going to be missed.

God Speed,

Mick

 

RIP Pops. You will be misssed. Glad to have known you. Whitey, stay gold.