Chris was a man of many passions - his relationship and servant's heart for God, his dedication and love for his family and friends, and living life with purpose and integrity.

In lieu of flowers, a trust fund for Ryan and Sarah has been established. If you would like to make a donation to the fund, please make checks payable to the McCauley Family Trust and send to Baxter Credit Union at address below.

Baxter Credit Union
c/o McCauley Family Trust
1212 Alton Parkway
Irvine CA 92606
949 250 5033
Ryan

You were a very good racer - the best one in my book. I am so proud of you! When I look at your pictures, I stand there in awe saying, "I can't believe that that's my dad! I must be one of the luckiest kids!" It's hard living without you. You taught me so much and you left behind so much.

The MV Agusta doesn't have its lowers or its side panels. Someday I am going to finish the MV for you! I don't know if I will race when I am older. But I will still ride because it will be hard to give it up. I will miss you so much!

Sarah is not going to school for awhile. She gets sad sometimes. Mom gets really sad and teary-eyed looking at some of your photos. I cry sometimes. It's hard with you gone. You were such a good dad! You took great care of me. And you taught me so much! I love you and miss you!

Your son,
Ryan


Alex "altoon"

Chris' passion for motorcycles was deep. He had several street and dirt bikes. He really enjoyed sharing his passion for this sport with his children. Taking his son Ryan out to ride was one of his favorite things.

He was one of the most personable people I have met. If you needed anything, Chris was going to be the first guy to offer his assistance. On our ride back from Laguna Seca, I was having some problems with numbness in my hands. Without a single hesitation, Chris reached over and pulled the throttle rest off his R1 and handed it to me. That’s exactly the kind of guy he was.

He had an easy, very likeable demeanor. He made me feel like I had known him for years, even though it was only a brief time. Quick to laugh, he was self effacing and humble. He was a fast track rider, but talking to him you’d think he was just out for Sunday cruise. He never grandstanded.

I wish we could have spent more time together, and I will forever cherish the memories of our shared experiences.

That ride we did up to Laguna Seca for MotoGP last year was awesome. How we laughed about your Yamaha having problems while my "fragile exotic" was just sailing along. And the track days and rides. It was great sharing a pit with you. Makes me laugh to think about it.

I'm going to miss you, my friend.

Godspeed.

Alex


TokyoLunch

RIP chris.


FUBAR

God Speed....................


GFDOCMV

Thinking of the family...


john

A very sad day, all my thoughts are with Chris's family at this time.


Alvin "admin"

Truly a sad day.. Chris was a very caring guy.. i could tell that immediately from the times I have met him. It seems like yesterday when we were all riding together up to Malibu..

May you rest in peace, Chris


FSL

very sad indeed. RIP and strenth to the family.


acruhl

Even though I didn't know him, this is quite a shock. It happens in racing, although thankfully it's more rare than it used to be with all the safety precautions improving.

But when it does happen, all of us racers feel it.

I wish the best for his family.


netizen

I had only one chance to meet Chris and chat a couple weeks ago.. after the Malibu meet that we both had to bow out of. I'm fortunate to have met an excellent and caring person... which was immediately apparent. Rest in peace Chris.


ARCHILLE

Noooooo!!!

I just got to know Chris this past January at Fontucky during the WERA West round........


anothermvfanatic

this is very sad news. My heartfelt condolences to his entire family. Im sure i speak on behalf of all riders, may you rest in peace my friend.


Vatoloco

i never met chris,but a rider is a rider RIP. may you enjoy the great track in the sky! my heart is with his loved ones


Nic2000

Sad to hear. RIP fellow rider. My condolences to his family...


Rockethouse

Very sad, my deepest condolences to Chris's family.

R.I.P.


J_Spec

wow. RIP. i pray his family can stay strong through their loss.:(


ziggy48

May he RIP and may God watch over his family until they meet again.


dearpixel

Horrible news...God be with his family, and everyone here too.


ewoggle

Very sad news. May he rest in peace.


MV05 EXY

RIP Chris - My thoughts & prayers are with his Family..............
Godspeed


odonata

Rest in peace, Chris... it was nice to finally meet you in person at the Malibu meet.

this is avery very sad news.


TakisM

A very sad day....our deepest condolences to his family our thoughts & prayers are with them.


mikef4uk

Very sad news, my thought's are with his family.............I guess it brings it home that we do have what can be a rather dangerous hobby.


Flaming

:(

rip


Kalden

Sad news.
My condolences to his family. I wish them strenght in these hard times.


alkatraxx

all my condolences to his family........so bad new


ozzbishop

I was following Chris into the tunnel at Santa Monica on the Malibu ride when his bike was sliding sideways cos of the gas leaking from the broken fitting. He laughed like crazy when i told him. I am truly sad that was the first time i met Chris. Really nice guy, condolences to his family and all you guys who new him well. Very very sad.
Ozz


AlexHancock

Bad news. RIP. Always hard on those left behind...


mvcorse

That is horrible news. My thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.


eMoto UK

Very sad, RIP MV brother.


MVASyd

Condolences to his family and friends from the other side of the world.
I lost a mate a year ago in a freak road accident (he was also a racer), so I know how hard this hits everyone around him. Makes it harder when they are a great guy.
We decided our friend would want to carry on so we got comemorative patches made of his racing number and we all wear them on our leathers to this day. It helps us, as we talk in the pits like he is there.
We also made donations to relevent emergency operations for life saving equipment with his name on them.
Just some thoughts.


Michel Canino

RIP.....all my condolences to his family


MV-999R

OMG!!! This is terrible :( :(
What a shock!!!
I "knew" Chris from this and other bike forums. We sometimes talked about our racing and just recently he had posted a short report about his previous race. It's still hard to beleive :( :(

R.I.P. Chris.
My deepest condolonces to his wife and kids.....
So sad...... :(


Tribbo

God Bless........My condolences to his family


twoeleven

"Well, I got my tires and checked the grid sheet. I was gridded sixth, middle of the second row in an 18 bike field. I was starting to get optimistic, but when we did our warm up lap and I came to position on the grid, I couldn't see the flag man clearly around the first row! I had to lean way over so I could get the start signal. Nevertheless, I got a pretty good start and came close to bumping a guy in the front row but I came through turn 1 in third place and just pinned it, but could not catch the two guys fighting it out for first place. I got in four decent laps, but got passed by an RC51 that was getting a little better drive than me out of the corners and I just could not get back around him. Darn, I thought, that guy just took my plaque!

In the final lap, however, the yellow flag came out in turn 3. Somebody had gone off, and it looked like one of the two guys that had been battling for first!!!!! Was I back in third? Just after passing the turn (and the last yellow flag) a guy on another Yamaha passed me, but this time I was having nothing to do with that and passed him back on one wheel going over the hill at turn 6. It wasn't until I got back to my pits that I found out from my screaming son that I had indeed finished third. The guy that had crashed was pitted right next to me and both he and his bike came back OK. I was sorry he crashed but thankful for my first podium."

-Chris McCauley, excerpted from his October Weekend at Willow thread

For those who never had the chance to know Chris, I will share that I will remember him as a genuinly caring individual, a loving father, a friend, and a brother of two-wheeled passion. I first met Chris through this board, and his son Ryan, when we met in Irvine at the Cars and Coffee show back in November of last year. We spoke at length about MVs and R1s, while his son was clearly obsessed with the motorcycles that were there, telling me about riding dirtbikes with his Dad, and how he wants a Tamburini when he grows up...Chris immediately struck me as the guy who would have loaned you anything he had, if he thought it might help you out...It was also abundantly clear that he loved sharing his passion for motorcycles with his son, who was also at his side when we met up at the trackday in Fontana this past January, sitting always on Chris' R1 between sessions, making engine noises while Ryan pretended to be accelerating down the straight.

I awoke today to news of this trajedy, and it is with sad tears in my eyes that I mourn the loss of my friend. Rest in Peace, Chris, I will miss you. My heart goes out to the family he leaves behind. May they somehow find peace in the memory Chris, who he was as a person, and those he touched with his kindness while he was with us.

Larry.


jdog

Oh man...bad, bad news. God Bless his family and friends. Condolences to all on the board who new him. Sounds like he was a great man. The pictures of his son are just heartbreaking.


Sventekoz

My deepest condolences to Chris and his family. He was obviously much loved and respected, and will be missed by many people.


spalding12

God bless Chris and his family
i am SO SAD to hear about this

my prayers will be with him and his family......


Gladio

I'm really sorry to read this. My prayers go out to him and his family.


Velocemoto

RIP........My condolences to his family


cdamb

So sad. My condolence.


Rick

RIP Chris.... Condolences to his family...


anucci

I am extremely saddened by this. I never met Chris but it very obvious from the comments of those that knew him he was a great man. My condolences to his family and all who knew him.
r.i.p.


Mogan

I am new to this forum and do not know Chris, but my sincere thoughts of sorrow are extended to his family and friends.


fazer6

May he rest in peace; Condolances to his famliy, it will be difficult.


RobP

This is absolutely terrible! I've never met Chris and only know him through his posts on this forums. Today is a sad day. My condolances to his family and friends. RIP Chris


spalding12

i just realized that he was one of the first people to graciously welcome me to the sportbikeforum.net site

what a nice guy....
how utterly horrible


GRand

This is terrible news. I knew who Chris was from the Malibu meet, but didn't get a chance to speak with him. As I read these posts I have tears in my eyes -- tears for his family that will not see him again, tears for the struggle of his family moving forward without him.. Godspeed, Chris. RIP fallen brother.


MV-999R

I never met Chris personally, but from the pms and posts we exchanged i always saw him as a good gentle guy. Thanks for confirming my impression with your kind words.

I'm deeply sadden by this tragedy :(

I too had a race this last sunday and reading what happend to Chris and, most of all, seeing his son picture there :( makes me wonder if i'm not being too selfish by going out and race just for fun, while having a wife and 3 kids.


MV-999R

If any of you know his family or have contact with his family, please let us know if there's anything we can do that might help in someway.


Reopropf

I too am tearing as I read these posts. It could be any of us. Be careful family members as you zip around this world doing that which moves you. YOU are ALL loved. We are ALL a piece of each other and without ANY of you we are less than whole.

Prayers and thoughts go to his family.


Matty

Rip


airfuel

No words............


tvass

So sad. Rest in peace


CHB

My condolences to those who knew him and for his family!! RIP


wallis

my thoughts go out to his family godspeed.


Greeneggs&ham

WIth so much lose of life lately, i pray for the strength of those that are left behind. Not to be a religion pusher, but, strength for dealing with all things is found with God.


altoon

Chris' passion for motorcycles was deep. He had several street and dirt bikes. He really enjoyed sharing his passion for this sport with his children. Taking his son Ryan out to ride was one of his favorite things.

He was one of the most personable people I have met. If you needed anything, Chris was going to be the first guy to offer his assistance. On our ride back from Laguna Seca, I was having some problems with numbness in my hands. Without a single hesitation, Chris reached over and pulled the throttle rest off his R1 and handed it to me. That’s exactly the kind of guy he was.

He had an easy, very likeable demeanor. He made me feel like I had known him for years, even though it was only a brief time. Quick to laugh, he was self effacing and humble. He was a fast track rider, but talking to him you’d think he was just out for Sunday cruise. He never grandstanded.

I wish we could have spent more time together, and I will forever cherish the memories of our shared experiences.


MVITALIAN

Couldn't have said it any better myself. RIP Chris. Thoughts and prayers with your family.


heno42666

So sad,RIP.


skaluca

:( Rip


Ahhgooosta

RIP Chris. And condolences to his family and friends


pigiolino

Noooo..................
he sent to me his and Steve Backer's photo few months ago......noooo....
nooo
I'm near his family.
Pier


wife21

SAD, so, so SAD ! I don´t find the words, it just hurts to read this thread! I wish strenght to the family from the bottom of my heart! And to Chris: RIP.
I just... I can´t say anything....


F4R312

I did not personally know him, but as a motorcycle rider you have no choice but to relate to a tragic event like this. This is truly sad for those close to him that are left behind. My prayers go out to Chris and his family. Although the body dies the spirit lives forever. May you find your place in Paradise on this day.
RIP Chris.


mike21

This is the last thread what you want to see when you open the forum pages.
If anyway we can help the family thru this tragedy let us (forum members)know.
As a racer too, sometimes i talk about the risks with my wife.But not once never came in my mind that in closed circuit where everything about security should be thoutght in advance could happens like it happens...have to think once again.....

Condolences to all concerning especially to wife and young kids from Finland.


Mika

This is really sad. I feel for his family


d-_-b Tamburini d-_-b

RIP; as for the rest of you guys, be very careful.


thecraw-r1f4

Iam out of the country right now and I got the news today, my entire days thoughts have been about nothing but this, he was a great friend and my life is richer for the privilage of knowing him. Everything that has been said about Chris is accurate to the T, he was the most generous and kind hearted person you would ever be fortunate enough to have met.

I met Chris a few years back from the r1 forum since we both owned R1's, soon after I even sold him my silver MV. He was a close and dear friend who got me into racing at WSMC we started racing again together last year I will never forget the times we spent together racing, motorcycles where his passion and Iam glad I was able to share that passion with him for even the brief time.

Its getting more difficult to type this as the more I type the more it is bringing tears to my eyes.

Rest In Peace my good friend.. I will indeed miss you terriably..


LBonanMV

God bless you and your family.


allias86

:( may he rest in peace.i think i speak for all of us when i say that our hearts and minds go to him and to his family


MVorBMW

So incredibly sad. Condolences to his family.


gazman

So sad!

RIP Chris.

And all you other forum members please stay safe!


ASM

Well...being new to the forum, I certainly did not know Chris. However, since I am riding motorbikes, you kind of know any other biker to some extent. It is always a tragic moment to lose someone of our family...unfortunately, from time to time you see the dark side of our hobby and sport.

May he rest in peace and my condolences to his wife and kids.


sgcullen

I didn't know Chris personally but I wish him Godspeed and, to his family, my deepest condolences.

To the MVAGUSTA.NET family...please be safe and look out for each other.


mlawless

Very,very sad news-my condolences to the family...its really heartbreaking.
God Speed Chris...


outtadaloop

I am speechless...rest in peace fallen brother.


anothermvfanatic

reading all these posts have really affected me, and i didnt even thave the privellage of meeting this kind man. Like one of the memebers posted, the photo of his son next to i think larrys taamburing, has really affected me as a father of little boy.


910rwantobe

Sad to hear.My condolences to his family.RIP Chris


drmasis

This is horrible news to come back to. Reading all the posts makes it that much more difficult to accept and only deepens my own personal conflicts when I think of what could be. My heartfelt condolences to his family and the members who were touched by him. Please include me in any planned tribute.


burgesscb

I didn't know him, but motorcycling is a fraternity of riders. We at MV.net are a smaller, more closely knit portion of that big fraternity. As I said, I didn't know him, but am sad at his passing. RIP.


lostangel

I too race in WMRRA. I have a 4 year old son and a 2 year old daughter. my heart is breaking as I read this. Godbless you Chris and may angels watch over your family.


Darkside

my thoughts and prayers are with his family...........


TimMV

Godspeed


Street Fighter

:(


fasduc

This is a terrible tragedy to say the least. The picture of his son with him rips my heart out. Godspeed to his family


psperl

RIP.

Its terrible to hear of tragedies like this on the track. I was hoping to get on the track as a way of avoiding the danger of the street.

It also makes me realize just how lucky I was to get out of my recent accident with only a broken collarbone. Fortunately I was wearing a helmet for only the 2nd time ever (out of hundreds). I was snowboarding btw, I wear a helmet on the bike every time.


odonata

like many forum members, I am a father of a 5 y/o boy, this news really triggered a lot of feelings and raised many questions for me.

to remember Chris, I went back and searched for his posts and looked at his albums. he was a good forum friend... while I was looking at the picture of Chris and his son standing on the podium, my son walked by and asked me:

"who is that?"

"that's my friend, his name is Chris, he races motorcycles, and that's his son Ryan." I didn't want to tell him that Chris has passed away and that Ryan has no father now.

"does Ryan ride a motorcycle too?"

"yes he does, they ride together some times." I said, holding back tears.

"I want to ride with you one day too!"

"Sure... I want you to know, I just want to be with you Julian, I want to be there for you and watch you grow up, I love you!" I gave him a huge hug, with lots of feelings and thoughts...

Godspeed...


rsduce

Sorry........may God bless his family.


alanparr

I'm sorry to hear this.


FSL

May God give the strength to his family to cope with this tragedy. May God bless him with special haven edition of MV's and rest him in peace.


Mat Black

this is terrible, i'm so sorry for his family! he could have chosen a less dangerous hobby, but did what he loved and that's maybe what matters most.

but, knowing that doesn't make it any easier for anyone who knew him... so sorry!!


Randy

Oh my GOD! I log in for the first time in months, and this is first post I read! Chris was a stand-up guy who truly was a motorcycle lover and a great family man. As Payman said, we knew each other from the old R1 days. I think the last time I saw Chris was during one of our regular Friday lunch rides.

I'm very sad to hear this.

RIP Chris.

Randy


Glen

If someone asked me "What do you think about Chris?", I would say, he's a rare individual who was generous, modest and had high standards. He believed in doing things the right way and was always looking to learn.

Chris, Thanks for all the help you have given to me. I will miss you. Godspeed.


Dan Mole

I never met Chris but I did race with him last Sunday in the Open Novice race and I am totally shocked and extremely saddened by what happened. It's always a dark day in racing when someone passes on. Godspeed Chris! My family is praying for yours!


eMoto

RIP.

Our thoughts are with your family.

All at eMoto


Chris "monsterdood"

Chris' life ended much too early, but boy was he living life. Don't miss a chance to live life fully,
and don't take a moment of life for granted. RIP


cycletomm

As a fellow motorcyclist may I give his family my deepest sympathy for their loss and wish them well in the future.


Sro623

R.I.P McChris. You will not be forgotten.


PedroPat

So long Chris, RIP my fellow racer

AFM #758


Marvin

I never meet Chris, but as a fellow rider and racer, that only means he was a freind I never meet.



Radman

My condolences to the McCauley family. Though I did not know Chris, I have the most respect for my fellow racers and I realize that the next race may be our last every time we go out there. May his soul rest in peace.


Greg Savel (spalding12)

Living in Florida, i never met Chris, personally, but, i feel i knew him. He was one of the first members of several forums to say hello to me when i joined. His constant willingness to help in any situation is legendary. He loved his family very much... you could tell that in each and every one of his posts. While i know that Chris life ended pursuing one of his passions, that is little solace for those of us who got to know him, over the internet.

I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a wonderful man and i know that he shall continue to guide your family from above, for the rest of your lives.

Today in my office... i sat and contemplated some of Chris' posts and thoughts. As i was telling one of my partners about Chris and his untimely passing, the lights began to flicker in my office... lights that had NEVER flickered in the 12 years i've been in that particular office. i hope that i haven't overstepped my bounds by telling you this. i really feel that Chris was "THERE" at that moment in time.

May God be with you and your family and all those who's lives Chris touched.

Godspeed my wonderful friend. We will all miss you more than you can possible imagine.


Jeff

We will miss you so much!! Love you all!!


Putter

RIP, fellow racer.


Tom

I did not have the honor of knowing Chris personally, but from what I have heard, he was a pretty amazing person. He will be missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him, and those who haven't. Rest in Peace.


Paul Economou

I never met chris, but I assume he passed doing what he loved. I pray god gives me the same blessing.

My prayers for the family and friends.

Paul Economou
WSMC 719


fazer6 (john)

God bless him, his family and friends.


Albert

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.


RIP Chris

Coming from a new racer, just want to let you know the entire racing community is saddened by your loss. We will do what it takes to make sure things are safer for everyone out there. Rest in Peace and thanks and you will always be a competitor!


Race 650

I hope your family is able to stay strong through this time of grief. Your racing family will not forget you.


dustin ohara wera/ ama #819

i can only hope your days may be getting better. being a avid motorcycle enthusiast, i to know the excitement and the passion. i sure you all know he was doing what he loved. my thoughts are with you

sincerely

dustin o'hara


boris(WSMC 636)

I don't even know how to start, first of all our prayers go to Chris' family, I had the pleasure to know Chris and even though we met only a couple of months ago he was the type of person that made an impact on a persons life. We talked about going to the advance racers clinic back in march; when the time was upon us he sent me an e-mail to let me know he had signed in to make sure I do it, his enthusiam, eagerness to learn, love for the sport
and humbleness was to envy, it is hard to believe he is gone but at the same time God now has a new Angel(and a fast one at that) to help out and carry his plans...Chris I will missed you but I know that everytime I get back on my bike you 'll be there riding along side.....
The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Psalm 46:11


Brian Coulombe

Though I only knew Chris for a few short months we quickly became good friends. Chris' passion for life and riding was unparalleled. Just watching him around his family you could see how proud he was of them, and rightly so. Every time I'd see them around the track I'd always muse to myself "Some day -- I will have a family like Chris'"...

Now Chris stands at God's right hand. May the Lord bless Chris and his family and comfort them in their time of loss. No words I could say could ever bring comfort but know that I will always keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

"Come unto me, ye who are weary and overburdened, and I will give you rest." - Matthew 11:28

God bless,

Brian T. Coulombe
WSMC #602


Sparky!

I had the luxury of meeting Chris at last years NRS and we continued to find each other at the races to chat a bit and wish each other good luck. He was always great and helpful. Chris will be greatly missed...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, rest in peace Chris.

goodspeed

~jaymichael #880


Carlos Arzola

I never had the chance to meet Chris, but as a fellow racer and WSMC member is like loosing a member of my own family.

My thoughts go to his family and friends..

Godspeed Chris.


WSMC #155


WT

Times like this make you think about what we do as racers and how it can affect a very large number of people. While Chris lived a full life on this world he is now safe in the arms of God. My prayers go out to the family, be strong remember how he lived and know he is Home with his Creator. Make it a goal to meet him there one day.

WSMC #595


CD3KD

Rest In Peace Chris.

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.


Dario

I have many good memories of Chris. He taught me a lot working for him. I just had to get used to that funny accent. The funny thing is, I now live in Tenneesse and because of him, I can understand everyone here. Just recently we have spoken and traded stories on the crazy things we do - him racing and me working in Iraq. He will be truley missed. Christine and kids, you will be in my prayers...


mARLEY mAR

IT TRULY A TRAGEDY THAT THIS HAPPENED TO SOMEONE WHO LOVES THE SPORT i HOPE THIS WILL BRING CORRECTIONS THAT ARE NEEDED FOR THE RIDERS SAFETY........TO THE FAMILY OF THE BELOVED WORDS CAN NOT REPLACE ......SO I SAY BE STRONG AND THINK OF THE GOOD THINGS THAT ARE LEFT BEHIND....


Greg Kiser

I'll miss you Chris. My prayers are for your family's comfort for your passing. I'll never forget our jr.- high and high-school years growing up together in TN. You were a sincere, kind friend then, and by the sound of your friends now, you remained that way till the end. I still can't believe you're gone.


Jennifer (Kiser) Harkleroad

It has been several years since I had seen Chris, but he was one of my brother's best friends growing up in East Tenn. I was in elementary school at the time but he was always very kind to me and never made me feel like I was an annoying little girl. He always had on a sweet smile. I remember when he broke his arm at my brother's birthday party at the roller skating rink. I later went to highschool w/Chris' sister Jill & her husband although they were a couple of years younger than me.
I personally don't know Chris' wife & kids but would like to send my heartfelt sympathy to the entire family, during this trying time. You are in my thoughts & prayers.


pier luigi (imola)ITALY

Chris,
da quando ho saputo non mai smesso di pensarti...Continuo a tenere in mano le tue foto che mi hai spedito qui in Italia alcuni mesi fa.
Sei venuto a mancare per una passione che ci accomuna.Non abbiamo fatto tempo ad incontrarci,pensa verro' in America a Luglio..
Sarai sempre nel mio cuore Chris.
Il tuo Amico MV Italiano.
pier


Peyton Cooke WSMC#928

My pryers go out to Chris and his family. We can only hope this tragity helps WSIR make turn 8 safer.


Red Flag Fund

Thoughts and prayers from us to you during your time of loss and grief. Please let us know if we can be of assistance.


Sal

god speed!!!!


Sherard (Blade007)

Rest in Peace brother. So many things to say about such a wonderful spirit. May God look upon you and smile at the wonderful person he created. Go easy brother.


M. Hill

God Bless you and your family.


Anthony

Fellow rider, my prayers to the family. He lived....


David

Rest in peace brother, you have touched many lives of people never blessed with the chance to meet you. I never knew you but I will never forget you. godspeed.

David Christensen WSMC #858


Larry Cochran

Myra & I feel so sad and helpless. This is a tragic loss to Chris’s family. Our condolences go to his entire family.

WSMC has lost a family member and you will be missed.

Rest in Peace


Moto

Godspeed Chris...

WSMC #132


Stephen Clark

RIP my friend.


MVforBob

I had never met Chris and unfortunately now I never will.
What memories you must have of this wonderful man and fellow rider.
It is difficult to look back through this dark time and remember all that went before.

May time ease the pain of his going and allow you to fondly remember the shared moments from the past.

God Bless,



jigmoore

To Chris's family

My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to you guys. I am a racer and father of a son named Ryan also. I also lost my father to a motorcycle wreck just a few months ago.

Someone wrote of Chris's love of riding with his son. That struck an immediate chord in my heart. I have the same feeling when riding with my kids. It is better than any trackday or ride. Know that he certainly loved that more than anything...every father and racer does. Without even knowing Chris, I know that feeling of riding with your kids. Rember that and cherish that.

Godspeed Chris.


Steven soto-racing.com

...truly a sad loss for everyone; the family, friends and the racing community. My sincerest to the immediate relations and those touched--see you up there, god speed, man...


Fast Eddie

I never knew Chris but I knew the face and I have to tell you it just as hard. I love going to the track and seeing all the familiar faces, and it sad knowing their is one less. My condolances to the family left behind...may god be with you all..


Chris ("Mat Black")

This is truly sad and a great loss. I never met Chris, but know his personality through his helpful and thoughtful posts and of course by his simular taste in motorcycles.

I am sorry.


Jim Small

Reading all the messaging is sad and comforting at the same time. I didn't know Chris personally, I saw him at the track and remember his bike. I can see how he was very loved and will be greatly missed at the track and in life.

My prayers go out to the family and friends to be strong in this time. Nothing can replace a great guy like Chris.

Jim
WSMC #114


NDL

I never met Chris but I was at the race Sunday with another racer in the same race. My heart goes out to his family. You are in my prayers.


JamesC

My sincere condolences to the McCauley family. Many of us knew Chris online and feel his loss deeply. Our varied links here serve to highlight his reach and goodwill.

I hope some peace is found knowing he was doing one of the things he loved but we all understand family is first and for them my heart is broken.


Simon

RIP Chris and my sincere condolences to the family


M+S

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Chris!

We send our condolences <3


Andy

Godspeed Chris, my thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I never met you but in this sport we love I know that you would have been treated like a brother regardless.
Andy WERA# 831


CLeRiC

Rest in Gentle Peace Rider...


Eric

I regret that I never met Chris, but I still feel like I've lost a friend. I know that nothing I say will lessen the pain that Chris' family and friends are experiencing right now. But this memorial is a testament to the number of people Chris touched in his life, and hopefully there is some small bit of solace in knowing that so many people that never knew him will forever remember him and hold him in their heart.

Eric Angel


Manuel_F4

Sad to hear this.

RIP

;-(


master phillips

in the short time i knew mr. mccauley , he had allways struck me as someone who would never give in, allways being the first to strive to work harder.
as a martial artist, as a family man, and as generally nice person.

my deepest condoelences to christine and the children.

may the hearts of all of us here at your taekwondo family be with you.


Smedz

God Speed Chris,

While I only knew Chris for a short time, in that time i observed in him a true passion for life, and a love of his family that inspires me to be a better person everyday.

Chris was always willing to open his life to anyone in need. Evident by the number of people who speak so highly of him and his family. The McCauley's touched so many lives it is hard to comprehend.

One evening I was working on my motorcycle in his garage that he offered to me for as long as need be, it was in a time of my life where I was having personal problems and needed help. He was there. After working on the bike I sat down to dinner with his wife and kids and immediately was made to feel like a part of the family! We laughed and spoke of good times while he and Christine helped the kids with homework etc. This seemed like a normal night at the McCauley's house. I believe it was. The kids to bed Chris told the story of how he and Christine met. It was a pure meeting of fate, they both believed that it was just meant to be as we all here so often when someone find the love of their life. My purpose in sharing this story is two-fold. 1) To share a glimpse into the wonderful life these two people had created together and 2) to share that they both believed in fate, and had faith that all things happen for a reason. So even though I don't understand why such a tragedy would strike such a wonderful family. It helps me to know that Chris is in a better place and his family trusts that once again fate is working its magic.

God Bless Chris! I will miss you my friend..... until we meet again


Philip Brown

Dear Christine and family: My wife and I were blessed to be able to attend Chris' memorial service yesterday, it was a beautiful testimony to the life he led as a Christian. Please know that your Forest Home family is here for you to be a support to you in any way we can. I had the pleasure of meeting with Chris on three occassions and each time he demonstrated that he loved the Lord and his family more than anything else. Our deepest sympathies go out to you.


Mary Burkhart

I worked with Chris at atk space systems, when I heard about his acciident I was truly saddened, I always remember him always smiling , he will be missed and I hope his family can get through this tragedy . rest in peace Chris


Gary Trowern from WMRRA

Sorry to hear about the loss. We all know this is the risk we take as road racers. We wish you all the best from Washingon


Gilbert Rodriguez

I work for Chris at P.C.I for about 8yrs he left three yrs ago from P.C.I, he was a very good
man to know, always had a smile when ever he
spoke with you, at our company christmas party,s
he was the first to greet you, when I told my Wife about Chris first thing she remeber was his
smile, she said to me he was the one that would
greet our family at the company pinics that he made it a point to do so,my wife and I are very sadden by this, but we also know where our lord
Jesus Christ has taken him, and we will all see him again. 1 Cor 15:20-23


anm

did not know chris but feel your loss. rip


Evan Hunter

Dear McCauleys,

This just Evan if your wondering who I am I am one of Ryan good friends in his class an I just wanted you to know there are so many people are praying for you, and I wanted to tell you that I was in the office today and I saw this little girl walk in with like six dollars and said can I donate this to the McCauly family and it was her own money and that just touched my heart and I just wanted to tell you that.

Sincerely,
Evan


Griff

I was also in attendance for the memorial celebration of Chris' life. It was a touching and heartfelt way to say goodbye to a good friend. I had the pleasure of meeting his amazing family, you cannot believe the strength they carry. Christine's openess to talk with anyone who was there was moving, and their kids' resiliance as well. A letter was read by a family member, from his son Ryan as a tribute to his late Father, it was one of the most positively emotional experiences of my life. There was a slide show of the highlights of this great man's life, and stories were shared of how he touched and inspired the lives of so many others. It gives me strength to read so many well-wishes for the family here, they deserve the best we can give them.

Please share this site with everyone you can, post it on the other internet boards, and encourage everyone to participate, even the tiniest bit if they can, in the trust fund that has been established in Chris' name.

My life is richer for having spent time with Chris, and it was an honor to meet the family that he leaves behind.

Chris was the kind of guy that just left you wanting to be a better person. I still want that, and I am inspired by his memory, and the unfaultering strength of those around him.

Rest in Peace, Chris, we will all miss you!

Larry Griffiths

'Griff'
twoeleven


jenni mccauley

I just want to thank all the people who have wrote some wonderful stories about my father. He as you know was a great man and although he is gone now I take great comfort in knowing that he lives on through us, he's children. Again thank you all so much and please keep sending messages. It means the world to me.


Erik (Maximum Velocity)

Condoleances to the familly I wish you strengh.


Ben (ODONATA)

Jenni, it was very nice meeting you, I am the cellist who played at the memorial service. Your father was a very special man and we miss him very much. Please take care of each other during this difficult time...

I wanted to mention to you that mvagusta.net forum has members from all over the world, and several foreign members have also expressed interest to donate to the McCauley Family Trust, but sending personal checks isn't really an option for them... we were wondering if it was possible to set up a Paypal account for the trust fund? that would greatly simplify the process for them. thanks.

http://www.mvagusta.net/forum/showthread.php?t=7921&page=1&pp=10

http://www.mvagusta.net/forum/showthread.php?t=8018

Take care...

Ben


Doris Daugter of 636

Chris rest in peace beacause me and sara have only met a while ago


Hannah Zilliox

Chris...

The first thing that comes to mind when i think of you is when i came to california for the very first time with Grandma Betty. At the end of my stay at your house, you gave me a ride on one of the coolest motorcycles i had ever seen. It was an amazing experience!

I think about how much we will all miss you,
you were an amazing father, husband, uncle friend, and so much more.

I dont know that i ever told you this, but i do and always will love you. I feel horrible not knowing if you knew that.

Love always, Hannah Z.

ps: thanks for my first ever trip to Disney


Michael


Rest in peace stranger, for you were a rider and a passionate one.

Enjoy the track in the sky and say hi to all the fellow riders who await us.

my heart goes out to your friends and family.


Chester

Rest in Peace, Chris.


Case

You helped me in so many ways. You were and always will be a jewel in my life. God speed, my friend.

Condolences to Christine and all of the children.


Valerie Bennett

Chris was a dear freind of mine back in Tennessee and in California. Since moving to Florida, we lost touch with him and Christine. My husband, Mike, was his best man at Chistine and his wedding. Chris was a nice man and a good friend. Mike and I loved him and we are devastated at his tragic loss and at the loss for his family. He opened a lot of doors and helped others along the way. His absence leaves a void in our world.


Vanessa

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE WHOLE McCAULEY FAMILY. I HAVE KNOW THE McCAULEY FAMILY FOR A LONG TIME, ABOUT SEVEN YEARS OR SO. IM AM BEST FRIENDS WITH CHRIS'S OLDEST DAUGHTER JENNIFER, I WAS AT THEIR HOME EVERY SUMMER AND CHRIS ALWAYS WELCOMED ME WITH OPEN ARMS. HE WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH.





Buz Jones

I was so saddened to hear about Chris. He gave me my first Bible, so he holds a very special place in my heart. For several years I enjoyed weekley small group meetings with Chris learning about the bible, and that's when I discovered what a great guy he really was. He had a passion for the Lord and helping others learn about the bible. Family and friends always came first......I will miss you Chris. God Bless.






Priscilla H. Keene

Dear Barbara and Jill,
Chris's high school picture brought back memories that only his teachers would have. Chris was a joy to know and have in class. He was a sweet, kind, and gentle young man very much like his mother. I am sure he was a fine father. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. May God bless you and keep you and give you peace. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Priscilla


zeta

My deepest condolences to Chris's family. RIP


reggie

I didn't know Chris. I can only hope that people will remember me as well as they do Chris. He surely has touched a lot of people. He has left a rich legacy for his family and friends and for everyone else. I wish his family the strength to get through this and live a life as full as his. My deep condolences.

Reggie



ricster

I didn't know chris, but I had enjoyed his writings on MVAGUSTA.NET as "nevermore" Its just hard to believe I wont see his postings any longer. RIP Chris.


David S.

Chris- My mentor, my fellow UT football fan, the "big brother" that I never had. You inspired me to be more than I really am and I will miss you more than words can capture.

To Christine and the kids, my sincere condolences. May your memories of Chris continue to inspire and guide you- as I know they will for me.


A fellow motorcyclist

Rest in peace, we feel your sorrow.


Doris friend of Sara Mceuley

Dear, Mcauley Family.It was a pleasure to meet you All.Sara and the rest of the Mcauley family is and always be sweet.


Zack

Never met him
Or did I ? We are all the same, feel the same we are biker and we understand each other...
Yes I know him. I must present my respects.
See you later bro.


Lisa E Santana

My note, to Chris and all of his family, has been so hard for me to write. There isn't a moment that goes by that I am not reminded of Chris.

I was blessed with meeting Chris during a job interview. I didn't really want the job and tried to show it. Chris saw right through and from that moment on I had never had a better job or worked for a better person and mentor. Chris taught through example, support, and leadership. I was constantly surprised at my desire to improve myself professionally and personally, being around Chris.

There are things that Chris taught me and said to me, that I hold so dear now that he is gone. I was greatful for the mentoring and guidance during the precious time I was blessed with. Words cannot express how much more they mean now.

Chris, if you aren't too busy with your work in heaven....take a moment to look my way and see the beautiful garden the kids and I planted in your memory. The kids really love that you will always be "around" now. You were so right about what I need to focus on and I am. Thank you for caring about me and sharing a part of yourself, your wisdom, and the so many things that make having someone like you gone all the harder to understand.

I will miss our Mike, you and me breakfast runs to the Roach. I will miss being harrassed about the cars I drive and the motorcycles I don't race. I will miss having you wonder which of my expanse selection of 4" heels I would be wearing to work, I will miss hearing about the wheeling you do each morning to scare the ladies at the crosswalk. I will miss the trouble you would entertain when Aimiris would come around. I will miss working on projects with you and finding your mistakes, so I can harrass you (I am convinced you intentionally allowed this). You were a caring friend and a great boss Chris. As much as I am a better person, QED is a better place because of you.

You will never be forgotten, your gifts are deep in my heart. Your true gifts will live on through your amazing children. They are every bit of everything you believed in.

Christine, if you happen to read this...FastrackRiders held a moment of silence in Chris' memory during thier April 21st riders meeting at Fontana. Aimiris and the rest of the staff all signed a checkered flag that we would like to give to you and the kids. He truly was #1.

Sincerely,
Lisa






MV-999R

You're still with us Chris :-)


psst!!!...

What a notice...
this is touching primarly starting by his sons message.
This loving/tragedy relation about bikes is strong we all know.
My deepest "condoloscenses" for his family.