Tony Plante - tattoo artist and shop owner - was riding his motorcycle in Florida when, for some reason, he went off the left-side edge of the highway, crossed the median and went into the ditch. He was not wearing a helmet. He had just become engaged the previous month. Tony owned The Shining Star in Peabody, Mass., EvilWind tattoo shop in Beverly, Mass., and Tony Plante's Tattoo & Sign Shop in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
I don't know how the accident happened, but it breaks my heart when I read something like this and the rider was not wearing a helmet. I know all the excuses for not wearing one, but this life - and the lives of so many others - may have been spared by the simple act of wearing protective gear. Please ride safe.
From my friend, Walt: 10 Ways to be Safe on a Motorcycle
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I too feel for the LOVED ones,and Iknown he will be missed by his friends.so, to his framily and friends I wish the best for you .The Lord Just Let’s Us have Others To Love Tell He Call’s Us Home.
I knew Tony for twenty years and spent three days mourning with his family and new fiance. This is truly a loss for the tattoo community and the rest of us.
To all Tony’s friends, and there are many, thank you so much for your kind words and support.
tony hand drew my first tatoo for me at daytona 07 i had just turned 58 and had always wanted a tat. such awesome artist,damn…..
From one tattoo artist to another, you will be missed among the community. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet and know you. Peace bro. Bog Dogz Ink, RI