Benjamin Miles Keaton & Corey Nicholas Rudl - Tribute Thread

If anyone knows the families and can get a photo (digital) of Ben and Corey, or you have a photo you can share, the FOC is publishing a memorial in their monthly magazine, Pilota. Because of publishing deadlines, I need the photo ASAP (today if possible). You can email the photo to [email protected]

I was at Ben's memorial at Crystal Cove, and was deeply touched by all the friends Ben had. I didn't know him well, but he must have been a fantastic guy to be so loved by so many people. Corey was a friend, and he was always so "alive". He was always full of light, energy, and smiles. They will both be missed, and they both will be remembered.

 

Sorry for this late post. I've been out of town. My brother called me and told me about the tragedy.

The weekend before last Ben had taken my brother for a ride in his car. The smile on my brothers face captures how Ben made people feel.

I had only seen Ben at CC, never had the oppotunity to meet him. I'm sorry I didn't get the chance because from the comments on all of the different boards all over the web he was a great human being and will be greatly missed.

My prayers go out to both families. God Bless Ben and Corey.
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RIP

 

Wow those are some great pictures, I never met Ben, but a close friend of mine new him and his generosity. All I can say is may god bless him and Corey's families. This is truly very sad.

 

I have been troubled by this tragedy since I first heard about Thursday night. I had planned to go to CC on Saturday. I even wanted to meet with the other Porsche guys at Starbucks and caravan to CC with them. In the end, I just couldn't bring myself to do it.

As a father of a 14 month-old daughter, I am mostly torn by the posts about his daughter Parker and his wife Charlotte rather than the "Ben we miss you" posts. Truth be told, Parker and Charlotte will miss Ben more than he may ever know.

It's often said that good things happen from bad. I had been thinking about taking my M3 for some track days, but this has changed my mind. The thought of having to someday look down from above and watch my daughter be walked down the aisle by someone other than me is more than I can take. Not being there to comfort her during life's painful moments and share her joy in happy times isn't worth it for a day at the track.

Ben, you gave a me a greater gift than a joyride in your car or your thoughtful insights here on this board or at 6speed or Rennlist. You helped me see the light and realize the things that are really important to me in life.

God rest your soul, Benjamin Miles Keaton. May you and Cory rest in peace.

 

That brought tears to my eyes. Your words are self less and beautiful.

Wow.

 

Hey Parker,

I was not fortunate enough to know your dad personally, but I have spoken with him over the internet. Your dad was a kind, loving and great person. When you read all these posts you will see how many people your father influenced and brought happiness too, his passing away has brought sadness in many people's lives - From now on, he will be looking down upon you and your family smiling and just being happy for all the succes I'm sure you will have and your future.. All the best to you, and your mother.. Lot's of love from the other side of earth...
Jonas Hostrup,
Denmark

 

I am late but I am really sorry. RIP

 

RIP Ben and Corey
God bless them and their families

 

Well, since I’m only 18 soon the be 19 tomorrow,
I thought I'd make a memorial for Ben on xbox live. *Since I don’t own a F-Car or a P-Car.*
I meet Ben at the Symbolic and Carlsbad Meet,
This is on my modded xbox soon to be transferred to xbox live,
this is my way of remembering Ben and supporting him.
Carrera GT modded with the decal made by the 6speed guys.




R.I.P
Ben & Corey
6-2-05