In Memory of

Barry L. McCarty

1954 - 2007

"Rest in Peace Brother"

07/20/07

On Wednesday evening, July 18th 2007, several club members and friends, were plotting the run for the benefit ride for US Marshall Alix Fils-Aime checking the proposed route for timing, roadway condition and other safety factors.  

While traveling the last leg of the proposed run, a motorist in a Chevrolet Blazer traveling in the opposite direction, recklessly turned left, directly through the pack, into the path of our dear friend and brother, Barry McCarty.  Barry was killed instantly.

Barry McCarty was a kind and gentle soul who lived to ride and help others in need. He could be seen daily throughout the Susquehanna Valley, riding his Harley on a mission to help any Biker in need. Barry had a warm, friendly smile and was a man that you instantly liked the moment that you met him. At our last ride meeting on July 15th, Barry gave me an incredible list of donated items he had already collected for the September Ride. When I commented to him how incredible it was, his response was "He [Alix] is a Brother Biker in need".  This statement was the core of Barry's existence , always thinking of others before himself. Barry was Loved, Admired and Respected by all who knew him. We will never understand why the Lord chose to call him home, but it is very clear why he was placed on earth. He was truly an angel among us.  

Barry was a member of the Bald Eagle Renegades, the Horsepower HOG Chapter, Endless Mountains HOG Chapter, Patriot Guard Riders and an Honorary Member of the Knight Crew Law Enforcement MC.  

The Knight Crew Law Enforcement MC sends our deepest sympathy and respect to Barry's Family and hundreds of Friends including the Bald Eagle Renegades, the Horsepower HOG Chapter, Endless Mountains HOG Chapter and staff of Horsepower Harley Davidson. Please keep all of them in your prayers.  

Unfortunately, no matter how safe we try to be on the roadways, the senseless, reckless disregard some motorists have for Motorcyclists will continue.  But, we as riders will continue to do our part, riding safe and looking out for each other.  Always take comfort knowing that Barry's spirit will be riding right beside you. It is up to all of us to continue his efforts in his memory.

Terry "Monk" O'Connell

President

Knight Crew MC