Update On Myself and Golden Age Arcade Parts

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Good day to everyone. I have been wanting to make a post about things here, but have had problems finding the words. But I wanted to give a update as to what is up as I have been so quiet.

First off we would really like to thank everyone for their kind messages and support right now. It has been a really rough holiday season with losing our oldest son Harley. We will get through these rough days as a family and really appreciate everyone's support.

I wanted to share a little more in the hopes that in any way his death might help save someone else. Our son Harley was only 26 years old and lived life to its fullest. The results from the toxicology report was he died of a lethal dose of fentanyl. We had no idea at all he was using hard drugs, because if we had we would have tried harder to help or something.

We wanted to share how he passed because this is becoming a major problem in our world, doesn't matter were you live, this is killing people all over and it doesn't care if you are white, black, purple, old, young. It is not just those junkies who live in the skid areas of your town, they are fathers, mothers, children who have an addiction and struggle to get though each day.

I have been asked if there is anything anyone can do for us right now, and that was really hard to think of anything, but had some thoughts i would like to share.

1) If you think someone you care about might have a substance problem, take the time to try and talk to them, see if there is anything you can do to help them get clean. Just ONE life saved from this is worth anything in my eyes!

2) PLEASE take the moment to tell those you care about how you feel, give them that extra tight hug!!!

3) Something I personally would appreciate is if people would be so kind as to send me a email or letter in the mail. I would like to save/print the messages and put them into a box, so when I am having tough times with things, I can look back at the support and positive messages.
What I would love is messages about anything they dont have to be, im sorry for your loss, but more so, hey this is a new game i got, or Hey here are some pictures of the harness you
made in my game, or messages about where you live, etc. Just all around messages. I promise I will reply to every message, and really appreciate any being sent.

My personal email is [email protected]
and for letters/post cards
Ken Falta
#13 - 400 Robron Road.
Campbell River, British Columbia
V9W5N5
Canada

Also wanted to update everyone on Golden Age Arcade Parts, with this happening I have been a real mess, today is the Memorial/Celebration of life for my son, but planning on getting back into the workshop today with some cleaning and hope to be back on making harnesses in a day or so. Things got bumped a few weeks unfortunately, and I am sorry for the delay everyone, but will get them done here ASAP.

Thank you everyone for your support through this, and for your support of my little company. Means the world!!
Ken
 
Very sorry to hear. Had a close call with my daughter a few days ago - not drug related but can't imagine what you're going through. I hope you find peace of mind soon and sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing.
 
Wow Ken, sorry to hear about your loss.

It's amazing how we can get distracted in our lives paying attention to the things that don't really matter. And then something like this happens and it puts everything back into perspective.

Keep you head up, stay strong, and be there for your family...as that's what truly matters in life...
 
Ken.
Best wishes to you and the family.
I cannot imagine going through what you are right now. Some good advice in your post. If you need anything, just ask.
Joe
 
After reading this last night, I gave my little girl the biggest hug and kisses I've given her in a while. I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through, Ken.

I'm terribly sorry for your loss.

On a side note, I think you should petition your town to change the name of your street from "Robron Rd" to "RobOTron Rd"...

Sorry, I know it's a bad joke, but laughing always helps me when I'm down.

Good luck, my friend.

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Ken, this is so terribly sad. So sorry for your loss. I too have several people in my family that are having a hard time managing drug issues (prescription and street drugs both), and it is a terrible thing to see a loved one in that state.

Try not to focus on the loss, but celebrate the life. You have more support here than you know, even from people you have never met.

Posts like these are reminders that when your kids ask to play with you, don't ever dismiss them thinking you will always have time later. There will come a time for everyone when those moments pass and can never be returned to.
 
My sincere condolences to you and your family. I've seen more than a few people go down that road. It's helped me to keep a tight handle on my own medication usage. Celebrate his life, and focus on the good times.

My best wishes to you on your journey forward.

On a side note, I think you should petition your town to change the name of your street from "Robron Rd" to "RobOTron Rd"...

Sorry, I know it's a bad joke, but laughing always helps me when I'm down.

Actually, that's how I first read it. :D
 
I've recently discovered my 18 year old son is smoking weed, and now dabbling in harder stuff. I've had several conversations with him and he's moved back in with me. Hopefully I can talk some sense in to him.

As a paramedic, I see the effect of substance abuse on kids almost daily. My thoughts are with you man...
 
I don't personally know Ken, but would like to say I am so sorry for your loss. I just lost my mother inlaw on Tuesday and that is hard enough. I can't imagine losing a child. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
 
There are no words that feel adequate at a time like this.

I sure that you don't have to be concerned about falling behind in your orders/builds. At times like this, you have to take care of yourself and your family first. We all get that so don't worry about it.

FYI to all, I've been friends with Ken for about 5 years now. To be honest, I can't even quite remember how we started corresponding, obviously something arcade related, but we seemed to hit it off. We've been emailing back and forth frequently since then and have talked about hobbies, motorcycles, family, and all sorts of stuff. No matter what the situation, Ken has always been open and honest and a good friend. My only regret is that we live thousands of miles apart.

Early on in our friendship, Ken sent me the attached photo of his dad who passed away some years ago. I hope that I'm not overstepping my bounds by posting this. I just think it's a good picture and that Ken's dad looks like he was a pretty cool guy. I'm not surprised that Ken has the same sense of adventure and charisma.

In closing, I'd just like to say, Ken, I've enjoyed our friendship more than you can know. I appreciate your feedback and insight regardless of the subject. If you need to talk or anything, you know where to find me. Take care of yourself and your family during this difficult time. God bless.

Bill B.
 

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Thank you everyone so VERY VERY MUCH!!!
Love the posts and emails I have received so very much!!!
I have received some wonderful messages from friends of our son where they have opened up to us about
their own struggles with addiction. How this has shook them up so very much they are getting help. A couple going to meetings, 2 in treatment centers. If 1 single life can be saved by awareness its worth anything, but if we can save more well Thats just better of course.
I will try and reply to every post and message sent to me.
Thank you everyone from both myself and my wife Noreena. <3

Ken & Noreena
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Bottlejunkie = Thank you very much! Yes, it has gotten right out of hand, in the Province we live in, we have been hit the hardest in Canada. Have a fantastic and safe New Years

Zennmaster = Thanks so much bro!!! :)

Scott C = Thanks Scott :)

VBSD = Thank you Dan . :)

SlikkNikk = Thank you, and that is scary about your daughter! We are trying to focus on helping awareness and help as many people we can to get off this crap before they are a statistic.

Brentradio = Thank you and yes it really puts things into perspective, i have found since this happened it was almost like i finally woke up. So time to focus on what we do have control of which is there here and now.

Coindork - First off I laughed so hard at your name, its awesome. LOL And thank you, we appreciate that. Have a wonderful and safe new years

HighScoreSaves = Thanks Joe, really appreciate that! Its so overwhelming reading these amazing posts.

CossackWarrior = Thanks brother! That I do :)

LasVegasIRA = I am so glad you gave your daughter such a good hug and kisses!!! I have lost family members including my father which hit me the hardest till now. Losing your child is something I dont wish on anyone, nothing can prepare you for that be it a unexpected happening or knowing your child passing away from a illness.
Hahahaha That would be a good change of the street name. funny how I didnt see that in the name till now. LOL

Guru-420 - I am sorry to hear some of your loved ones are struggling, people are too quick to blame the people with the problems for everything. Yes they do take the drug on their own free will, but really its not a free will, if you have ever had an addiction, booze, drugs, sex, whatever its not something you can just shrug off and forget about. I hope they can get their shit together before its took late.
The Celebration of life for him was amazing, so many people showed, and shared memories, pictures. Was really good for us to see so many people who loved him,and the messages we got from others who could not make it. WOW!

Iggy = Thanks man! :)

30FathomDave = Thank you. :)

darthphunk = Wow being a paramedic would be really tough, and having to deal with this kinda stufff every day! Please feel free to share our story with your son. He will try and shrug it off as oh dad its just weed. BUT unless you grew it yourself you dont know what has been fed to it, put on it, etc! They are spraying weed with the Fentinyl also.

PacAttack77 = Thanks so much! I am so sorry to hear about your mother inlaw. Losing a loved one anytime sucks, but during this time of year sucks even more.

Wysiwyg2 = Bill thank you so much for this amazing reply! I value your friendship over these years very much! You have always been there and been so supportive. Thanks for posting that picture of my Dad. Its one of my Favorite pictures of all time. :)
Well other then this picture of Harley when he was just little holding our new kitten Tempest :)
 

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