RIP Timothy Shortle (1961-2024)

[cnicol]

Hello everyone. This is Matthew Shortle, Tim Shortle's son. You may know me attending several Corvair conventions with my dad since Buffalo in 2006 when I was 9 years old.

Today, I am deeply saddened by the death of my father Tim Shortle. Tim was not just a great Corvair enthusiast but a great father as well. He has been involved in Corvairs for over 40 years judging some events at Corvair conventions, showing off his Corvair collection, and winning some awards such as Long Distance.

Tim was a member of Rocky Mountain CORSA and Tri-State Corvairs. Tim was survived by his wife Lilian and his 2 sons, me and Anthony.

My family wants privacy at this time. My phone number is 970-903-2211 if you want to contact me. You can use this post to remember some memories of Tim.

Timothy Shortle will be deeply missed.

Cut and Paste from CCF by C. Nicol

[flamingchariots]

This is certainly shocking. He just joined here at Corvair Forum five days ago.
I'm speechless...


Kevin
Medina, OH

[American Mel]

My Condolences and deepest sympathies to the Shortle family, during this time of loss.
I never met him in person, but Tim was an active member here on the forums (though mainly on the CCF), and I would consider him a friend.
Sorry to hear of his passing.

[bbodie52]

I am sorry for your loss. It is never easy, and only the passage of time will help you get used to losing him. My father introduced me to Corvairs in 1961, when I was only 8 years old. He taught me how to work on them, and helped me to rebuild my first engine in 1969. He passed away on March 3, 2009, at age 85. and my mother passed away about 20 years before that, on August 11, 1989 (she was 61). He missed her a lot during those 20 years after she died, and I miss them both very much.


Warren Bodie and son Brad at Edwards AFB Air Show in 1965 with our new 1965 Corvair Corsa convertible (140HP)

Hopefully you have some photographic memories around like the picture above that I post from time to time. Those images help to keep our thoughts about a lost family member fresh in our minds. I believe that talking about those memories with your family members will help, as you all rejoice in those precious thoughts of your missing family member.

I suppose you will gradually adjust to your father's absence... but you will still have all those family memories and they seem to become more precious with each passing year. I believe you can learn to focus on those wonderful memories, and not so much on the day your family lost him.

My youngest son. age 44, keeps trying to get me to get rid of my Corvairs — which serve as my daily driver cars. He prompts me to buy something newer... a "real" car. I guess he doesn't realize all of those family memories that are enhanced as I continue to drive the same type of car that I grew up in...

[caraholic4life]

RIP Tim,

I enjoyed your Dad's posts on the CCF for years and although we never met, I felt as I knew him.
Sixty Three years on this planet is simply not enough time. My thoughts and Prayers go with you and your family.

[azdave]

The Corvair community just lost a real gem. My condolences to his wife and family.

[Phil Dally]

What a shock...I knew Tim well. We pray for all of his family. May peace be with you all.

[Frank DuVal]

Yes, all the above. I knew him online and not in person, but feel like I have known him for years. I'm too shocked to write more at this time.

[Lane66Monza]

Oh wow. Sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I read his posts on CCF for years. Lots of knowledge will be missed now he has gone to the great Vair Garage in heaven.

Donna and I send our condolences and well wishes to his family.

[doug6423]

Sad to hear. Like others here, I've never met him but has helped me through DM's and his post.
Condolences to the family.

[Spectre]

I am very sorry for your loss. I never met your dad but enjoyed his posts.

[Scott H]

I knew Tim personally. I looked forward to talking with him at the Fan Belt Toss each year. He was a really great guy! He will be missed!

[SkidRo]

While I never met your dad, I talked to him a number of times. I have been to Durango three times, all prior to owning a Corvair, but once I realized he lived there I would ask him if he knew someone I know (in Durango) or about other non-Corvair related things. My condolences to you and your family.

[azdave]

Obit for Tim is online now.
https://obituaries.durangoherald.com/us ... d=55067381

[Phil Dally]

As soon as somebody knows the Forest Lawn Cemetery date in June please let us know.

[bbodie52]

Timothy Shortle Obituary

Timothy Gerard Shortle was a great husband, father, and car enthusiast. Timothy Shortle was born on June 22nd, 1961 in Covina, California. He started his automotive career at a Volvo dealership in Pasadena, CA as an ASE Certified Technician. In 1991, he opened his independent shop, The Volvo Car Clinic of Glendora, CA. He was married to Lilian Wong and had two sons, Matthew and Anthony. In 2006, the Shortle family moved to Durango, Colorado and Timothy started his Volvo Car Clinic there being an independent specialized Volvo auto shop in the Four Corners region. In addition to working on Volvo cars, Timothy was a Chevrolet Corvair enthusiast. He owned many fully restored Corvairs. He was involved in Corvairs for over 40 years and loved showing them off at Corvair Tri-States, conventions, meets, etc. He belonged to Rocky Mountain CORSA, Pikes Peak CORSA, Corvairs of New Mexico, CORSA International, Volvo Clubs of America, and the local Durango Car Club. Besides his love for cars, he enjoyed rock concerts and travelling to many states and countries along with travelling on cruise ships.

Timothy Shortle died in an automobile accident on US highway 285 on his way to Denver on April 28th, 2024 doing what he loved "Happy travels". He will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Covina, California later this June. Timothy was survived by his wife of 30 years, his two sons, his brothers in New Mexico, and his 96 year old mother. He also leaves behind his two beloved cats, Kopito and Freaky.

We love you and we will miss you dearly, Timothy!

https://obituaries.durangoherald.com/us ... d=55067381