Nelson Selig Memorial Bench dedication held July 23, 2009 in Ipswich

July 23, 2008 - Ipswich, MA - "Nelson Selig Memorial Bench" dedication

More than 50 family and friends of Nelson Selig braved the rain tonight and helped kick off the count down to the August 23rd 10th Annual "Nelson's Ride," as the MMSF, on behalf of the motorcycle community, donated and dedicated a "Nelson Selig, Sr. Memorial Bench" at the Whittier Motel in Ipswich.

Original Event founders, Ted and Sue LeMieux, Jason Hallock and Paul W. Cote, teamed up with State Senator Bruce Tarr, State Rep. Brad Hill, members of the North Shore Women on Wheels, the Aces and Eights Riding Club, North Shore Riders, Star Touring Chapter 240, the American Legion Riders, VFW members, old and new friends, joined in honoring Nelson's parents, Faye and Bob, Nelson's wife Felicia and children (now young adults), at the Memorial Bench dedication.

Ted LeMieux told the crowd, "Ten years ago we never imaged it would grow into this, we just wanted to help Nelson's family." Jason Hallock, a friend of Nelson and long time MMSF Board Member thanked the crowd for their ongoing support for 'riders helping rider's families." State Senator Bruce Tarr, involved since "Day 1" - said, "This extended family of Nelson - motorcyclists - has shown the Commonwealth and the nation that people that ride motorcycles count - and we are listening." State Rep. Brad Hill, also involved the past 10 years said, "I'm proud to have been a small part of getting "Nelly's Bill" enacted into law, making drivers more aware and reducing accidents that sadly took Nelson's life too early - and you too should be proud of your accomplishments."

It was announced that Nelson's mom, Faye, will be the "Parade Queen" for the 10th Annual Nelson's Ride, August 23rd from the Stage Fort Park in Gloucester, leading the Ride on www.BostonBiker.com Larry Cahill's "Demon" trike, with Bob and Felicia riding also.

Advance discount Ride tickets, MMSF raffle tickets, limited amount of Event t-shirts, can be purchased at $10 each on the www.NelsonsRide.com web site and at supporting businesses listed on the www.MassMSF.org web site.