"In Memory of Those"

Our motorcycle membership is a tribute to “BLADYN JAMES WAYNE VOGELS” (MAY 30, 2007 – APRIL 9, 2011) and his love for riding Motorcycles, Tricycles, Toy Rockets, Mickey Mouse Airplane, Two Wheel Bike, 6 volt 1948 Indian Chief and several other wheeled toys.

When Teresa and John’s children, Raven and Bladyn, turned one, they began taking short rides with their dad on the front seat of his motorcycle. They would cruise around their cul-de-sac, and the rides quickly became a cherished treat. Each day, when they heard their dad’s 1998 HD Road King approaching after work, they would press their faces against the front glass door in eager anticipation. They had a system: the child who rode first last time would be second this time.

Little did John know that Bladyn, who was two at the time, had been closely observing how he started the bike. The garage was so secure that John never felt the need to lock the motorcycle. One evening, after a long day at work, John parked the bike in the garage and went inside to relax. After preparing something to eat and drink, and just as he was about to sink into the living room couch, the distinct sound of the starter engaging echoed through the house. Alarmed, John jumped up and raced to the garage, where he found Bladyn standing on the bike’s tank, with the ignition switch on and the start button being pressed repeatedly. As John shouted, “Bladyn, NO!” and hurried to pull him away, Bladyn, realizing his dad was coming, frantically pushed the start button, causing a loud grinding noise and occasional engagement. Since then, John has made it a point to lock the bike immediately after every ride.

After Bladyn’s passing, John couldn’t think of a better way to honor his memory than by incorporating motorcycles into an organization dedicated to supporting families facing similar grief. This organization offers community support to families who have lost a child or children, to those who have lost a parent, and to individuals dealing with PTSD related to such losses. 

Ride with Us

To join the Martyred Angels Foundation Motorcycle Membership, you must demonstrate a commitment to supporting families affected by the tragic loss of a child or a parent. We seek individuals who are passionate about honoring these losses by riding “IN MEMORY OF THOSE” and offer patches for parents honoring those who are no longer with us. (Please note that background checks are required.) While we understand that everyone makes mistakes, we cannot accept members with a history of child abuse or any form of violence. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Colorado, we are dedicated to expanding our services nationwide. If you’re interested in becoming part of our mission, please reach out to us to schedule a meeting.