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What happened to the Irish guy on Highway Thru Hell?

What happened to the Irish guy on Highway Thru Hell?

Highway Thru Hell has confirmed Ken Monkhouse, a Hope tow truck driver who found many fans on the show, has died. “He was a wonderful and compassionate man, with a great sense of humour. We’ll miss his spirit and his big heart. Jamie Davis Towing confirmed Monkhouse passed away the night of May 24 of a heart attack.

How old is Jamie Davis?

40 years (April 18, 1981)
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What happened to Mission Towing?

It’s a piece of good news for the local company that recently lost so much. In early August, a major fire destroyed most of the Mission Autobody and Towing building. The company, which has been in business locally for 61 years, is still open for business, but for now only the towing division is operational.

Is Ken from Mission Towing still alive?

Ken Monkhouse, also known as “Monkey” on Highway Thru Hell, died on May 24, 2020 from a heart attack, according to Jamie Davis Towing.

Who is Gord Boyd?

Dr. Boyd began his training at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay where he received his undergraduate degree in Psychology in 1997. Boyd is currently working as a clinician-scientist in the Department of Medicine at Queen’s University, practicing both neurology and intensive care medicine.

What is a 50 ton wrecker?

ABOUT THE 50 TON INTEGRATED WRECKER With 100,000 lbs of winching power, and 80,000 lbs of towing capacity from your under reach, this is the perfect truck for all your heavy towing and recoveries. This allows for proper towing capacities on most trucks and gives you adequate storage options.

How did Monkhouse died?

Jamie Davis Towing confirmed Monkhouse passed away the night of May 24 of a heart attack.

Is Gord Boyd still alive?

Life Story for Gordon Boyd Our wonderful Gord died peacefully at home on February 24, surrounded by his family after a brief and brave battle with Cancer. Gord had a great life, and gathered lasting friendships as the Boyd’s moved all around Canada during the 50’s and 60’s but finally settling in Oshawa in 1972.

How many sons does Al Quiring have?

Quiring’s daily reality is living the role of third-generation family business owner. His grandparents, Elmer and Ann Quiring, bought the towing company in 1962, and in 1975 sold the business to their four sons.

What is the biggest rotator tow truck?

Century M100
The Century M100. The world’s largest rotator developed by the world’s largest manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment. The industry’s first heavy-duty unit with 65,000 lbs.

How much is a rotator tow truck?

The Rotator is the biggest, baddest wrecker made in America, the madam mother of happy hookers. Yates’s version cost $259,000, and the truck beneath it (a long-nose Peterbilt 379) cost $150,000-for a total of $409,000. Its boom extends 30 feet and lifts in 360 degrees-hence the Rotator moniker.

Who is the rescuer on the Coquihalla Highway?

Al Quiring and his team of heavy-tow operators have been rescuing trapped drivers and their vehicles from the treacherous Coquihalla Highway in British Columbia for years. The 52-year-old has built up such a reputation that truckers say when his green rig shows up, there is nothing to worry about anymore.

Where is the Coquihalla Highway in British Columbia?

Coquihalla Highway is an extreme freeway located in southern British Columbia, Canada. It?s part of the Highway 5 and is around 200km long. It?s one of the worst roads in all of North America in winters.

What’s the name of the highway through Hell in BC?

For highway rescuer Jamie Davis, those words of wisdom come from 10 years of pulling wrecks from gullies along the snowbound Highway Thru Hell, otherwise known as B.C.’s infamous Highway 5, also named the Coquihalla.

Who are the rescuers on Highway Thru Hell?

Highway rescuer Jamie Davis, featured in the Discovery Channel’s Highway Thru Hell reality show, has seen it all on B.C.’s infamous Highway 5. Jamie Davis and his rescue crew. Snow banks can form in a flash on the Coq during a storm.

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