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Milo Hubbard Obituary
A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2007, at 10 A.M., at Glen Oaks Memorial Park for long time Chicoan "Micky," Hubbard.
Micky was born on June 4, 1928, to Florence Lulabelle and Chester Raymond Hubbard in Milwaukee, Wisc. He was 79 years of age.
In the late 1930s, the Hubbard Family moved to French Gulch, Calif., where they mined and hunted for a living. In 1944, they moved to Chico.
In 1950, Hubbard served in Alaska during the Korean Conflict for the U.S. Army. Due to his mechanical expertise he rose to the rank of Sergeant of the Motor Pool.
After returning from the military, Mick worked for various motorcycle shops. Micky and Denton Hill started H and H Cycle Sales as partners in 1953. Three years later, he married the love of his life, Elaine (Toots) Russell, In 1959, he bought out his partner and together, he and Toots were working partners in the business. They worked together for 30 years, until retirement in 1989.
During his life, Mick enjoyed many hobbies and interests including, racing motorcycles, cars, fishing, golfing, NASCAR, and coffee in the mornings with the "Good Ole Boys."
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and sister. He is survived by his wife, Elaine; children: Judy Young and husband, Dennis of Chico, Jim Hubbard of Chico, Ray Hubbard of Chico, and Deanna Smith and husband, Larry of Philomath, Ore. Grandchildren: Lisa Gilbert, Frankie Biron and husband, Joe, Dennis Young Jr., Michelle Scott, Kimberly Scott, Billy Scott and wife, Ashley, Steven Smith and Elizabeth Hubbard. Also, five great-grandchildren, 47 nieces and nephews and uncountable friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Enloe Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Larry S. Jackson
August 27, 2007
I was riding my motorcycle down Vallombrosa Ave. in the '60s when my tire went flat. While I was pushing it down the road a pickup truck pulled alongside. I explained to the driver I was going to get the tire repaired. He voluntarily hopped out and we loaded my Honda into the back, then he drove me to Bill Brownell's Honda. It wasn't until a Brownell employee told me that I learned I had just been helped by Mickey Hubbard who owned the Yahmaha motorcycle shop.
Danny Smith
August 21, 2007
Toots..So sorry to hear of Micky's passing. Dann & I were out of town when services were held or we would have surely been there. Mom told us the news when we had called home. Our prays are with you and your children. When you are able stop by the shop anytime. You know Danny is there to help you with your vehicles anytime. Love Always
Gary & Shawn Fuller
August 18, 2007
I just heard about Mickey's passing and wanted to offer my condolences to Toots and family. I have a lot of memories of hanging out at the Hubbard home many years ago and appreciate the open door Mickey and Toots always offered me. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Robert Soehner
August 16, 2007
I grew up in Chico and enjoyed the "Hard Top" races at the Silver Dollar Speedway. Our family went every week and my favorite driver was Micky Hubbard,I alway cheered or him. I believe his car was 7/11 and I remember he was a real hard charger. One race in particular I watched in horor as he jumped from back in the pack on the start, clipped another car and went end over end several times. He always put on a good show for the fans and thank goodness survived that spectacular wreck to come back racing again.
I am sorry I never got a chance to meet him and tell him how much I admired his driving.
Hutch Hutchinson
August 16, 2007
Just heard the news today:
Sometimes mere words aren't nearly enough to express one's thoughts and feelings.
I first met Mick in '64 when I bought my first bike, (a 40" split case '58 BSA A-10). Over the years, we became good friends and I spent a coupla' years working for Mick and Toots at the Hickory St. location.
Mick was a friend, a mentor, a teacher of many things, and was one of the most dead-honest men I've ever met during the 62yrs. I've been here. Seems like 'ol Mick always had the answer to whatever I was looking for at any particular point in time.
To Toots and family....I send you my love, my respect and admiration, and my continuing thanks for doing so much and asking so little.
You're always in my thoughts.
Tony Edler
August 15, 2007
I loved motorcycles as a kid of 14 or so. I always hung out at Micky's shop as he was good to me. I bought my first motorcycle about 1956. I had no money, but Micky would always fix up bike problems for next to nothing for me. He was so kind to me. Tony Edler living in Maryland with two Harleys
Stacey Myers
August 14, 2007
I remember Mickey when he raced at the Silver $ many many moons ago. My mom and dad were two of his biggest fans out there. Last year I decided that after 30-something years of hearing the name Mickey Hubbard I was going to FINALLY meet him. I went to Winchell's Donuts to one morning and the group of guys were there drinking their coffee and I asked which one was Mickey and they all started laughing and his bright blue eyes sure looked shocked. We talked for a bit about the old days in racing then he said to come on by the house and meet his wife Toots and bring the big box of old racing pictures and articles that I had with me. Well I did that. I stopped by and they both treated me like I was part of the family. I had the nicest time visiting with them. I stopped by a couple times after that just to say hi. Well that was a little over a year ago and I never made it back. That is a BIG regret that I will carry forever. But I also carry one of the BIGGEST accomplishments I have ever done in my life. And that was meeting the one and only Mickey Hubbard. I will cherish that forever. Thank you Mickey. Thank you Toots.
Jon Casamajor
August 14, 2007
Mick and Toots,
Didn't know you real well but after a couple of bikes and some fun times over the years with the dirt bikes, I will always appreciate you and your contribution to Chico. God Speed Mick.
Tom & Tucker Hubbard
August 14, 2007
All your brothers are with you now. May peace be with you.
Kenny Beal
August 14, 2007
I've known Mick for over 40 years. I will miss his humor and his stories of growing up during hard times.
Goodbye my good friend.
Ken & Shelly Johnston
August 13, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. When we came to Chico to start Yamaha of Chico, Mickey was there, tear in his eye, and ours, to lend a hand in the move to the new building. Mickey was like my adopted father and will be missed
dearly.
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