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Iron Heart Fall/Winter 2025 Live Reveal - Thursday 12th of June at 1700BST

RIP Filthy Mike

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  • J
    Jett129
    見習いボス
    Joined: 17 Aug 2011

    @Weft:

    @Weft:

    It’s upsetting to read what a troubled bloke he was…

    I realise how poorly worded this was, for anyone who read it. I didn’t mean to sound judgmental. I sincerely meant it in the sense that I hope Mike hadn’t suffered. He was a kind soul. Just to clear it up.

    .  I didn’t think it was poorly worded,and while Mike was troubled he seemed to find immense comfort in everything Iron Heart especially this Forum, where he was revered like no other member.

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    • J
      joesaintjohn
      啓蒙家
      Joined: 9 Aug 2012

      Man, I love seeing his indigo dying adventure pics. Thanks for keeping the pic update going. It made me smile so much today, when I really needed it.

      Fat dudes need good clothes too.

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        endo
        見習いボス
        Joined: 29 May 2020

        @joesaintjohn:

        it made me smile so much

        me too, it's great that he's still so much presence

        si tacuisses

        last edited by 2 Apr 2023, 07:17 3 Feb 2023, 21:53 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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          Boras
          Haraki san Student
          Joined: 6 Sept 2018

          I just wanted to add my condolences, his how to wash your jeans aka the filthy method is legend. He was always entertaining and full of IH inspiration and passion. It’s very sad to read of his passing, but also inspiring seeing everyones comments. He presence was large on the forum. May God bless his soul.

          last edited by 3 Feb 2023, 23:59 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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            Oaktavia
            見習いボス
            Joined: 12 Jun 2019

            Finally found a Mickeys! In a West Virginia mom and pops store of course. Cheers to you Mike.

            IG: electricindigowizard

            "Possibly splitting hairs, but I consider @Oaktavia to be the beardy, dank High Magus of this denim game…" @neph93

            WTB: IHJ-72- XL/XXL

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            • W
              Weft 4 Dead
              Raw and Unwashed
              Joined: 14 Feb 2021

              Lovely photo today, guys. It’s been nice checking in each day to see the rotation.

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              • U
                UnTucked
                Joined: 16 Nov 2014

                Just wow…

                I popped in to drop a few update posts on the forum and saw the header.

                RIH Filthy

                In search of:
                IHV-04, med.
                IHSH-185, large
                IHSH-186, large (khaki, and green)

                last edited by 6 Feb 2023, 04:28 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                  spitfiredealer
                  Raw and Unwashed
                  Joined: 8 Apr 2013

                  Fuck! This is awful news

                  RIP Filthy

                  last edited by 6 Feb 2023, 05:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                  • M
                    Mustafa911
                    Raw and Unwashed
                    Joined: 26 Jan 2017

                    RIP. First guy that got me in to 25oz denim. He was so enthusiastic about 25oz denim. Later he changed his handle to 21/23 Oz.

                    last edited by 8 Feb 2023, 15:24 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                      Matty123
                      Raw and Unwashed
                      @Giles
                      Joined: 4 Apr 2017

                      @Giles oh no. this is awful. WTF. i was just looking for him on FB to see what he had been up to. this is so upsetting. RIP bro.

                      Maybe so. Maybe not

                      last edited by 8 Feb 2023, 15:30 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        Megatron1505
                        見習いボス
                        Joined: 10 Jul 2011

                        I just read the email regarding the auction for Mike. This is beyond sad.

                        Mike was above all a beautiful, generous and genuine guy.

                        I recall a couple of years ago I posted about wanting a Fire King cup for my morning coffee. Mike messaged me about a set of promotional cups he had found in a house clearance near Detroit, and then mailed them all the way to the UK for me.

                        I use those cups every morning and will think of Mike every day as I do.

                        Rest in peace brother.

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                        Made in England, clothed in Japan, fed in America and drunk in Belgium !

                        last edited by 9 Feb 2023, 16:54 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 1
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                          tvenuto
                          Raw and Unwashed
                          Joined: 15 Sept 2016

                          Really sorry he had to go, like for many here he was a friend I’d never met in person.

                          On to new adventures, good buddy, you’ll no doubt have improved the path we find when it’s our time to follow.

                          last edited by tvenuto 2 Sept 2023, 16:55 9 Feb 2023, 16:54 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                            bobbychacha
                            Raw and Unwashed
                            Joined: 21 Aug 2020

                            I had the privilege of meeting Mike at an IH event in Philly a couple years ago. He was such a nice, warm, friendly, all around great dude! I can't believe he is gone. Miss you bro!

                            last edited by 9 Feb 2023, 17:03 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                            • K
                              kiecker
                              Haraki san Student
                              Joined: 14 Feb 2019

                              RIP Mike. Sorry to hear about the passing. A loss to the community, friends, and family.

                              last edited by 20 Feb 2023, 16:56 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                              • SamDS
                                SamD
                                IHUK Crew
                                Joined: 9 Jan 2023

                                We've just released a newsletter in tribute to Mike, but for those of you who may not be subscribed...

                                In Memory Of Mike "Filthy" Ogurchak

                                As many Iron Heart forum regulars will know, earlier in the year we lost a dear friend, Mike Ogurchak (aka “Filthy”), who unexpectedly passed away on January 25th. More than just a loyal customer, Mike was a much-loved forum personality, touching the hearts of the many friends he made worldwide through his kindness and extraordinary generosity.

                                In the months following his sudden passing, there was an outpouring of love and sympathy for Mike, his family and loved ones, resulting in a community-based auction being set up to honour his memory. In the spirit of Mike’s generous nature, the idea was that people who knew him would donate an item of clothing to be auctioned on the forum.

                                We were blown away by your big-hearted donations, and so far - when combined with Mike’s own personal IH collection that was added to the auction - we’ve been able to raise just under $10,000. With some of the proceeds going to the American Heart Association, the remaining ensures that Mike’s mother (with whom he lived and supported) will be provided for.

                                We've recently added some more of Mike's personal collection to the auction, with further items due to be added in the next few weeks. To see what's currently up for grabs, please visit this thread: https://www.ironheart.co.uk/forum/category/160/the-filthy-mike-stuff-for-sale

                                RIP Mike, we miss you.

                                Below: Mike's favourite 21oz overalls, now hanging pride of place at IH International

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                                Obituary - Michael D. Ogurchak
                                November 27th,1978 - January 25th, 2023

                                Of North Versailles, age 44, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 25th, 2023. Michael was the beloved son of Bernadette (Krah) Ogurchak and David Ogurchak. Dear brother of Alissa Miller of Bremerton, WA. Uncle of Arielle and Israel Miller. Nephew of Bernard (Barbara) Krah, Elizabeth "Irish" Clements and the late Kathleen (late David) Belchick. Cousin of Brian Krah, David Belchick, Marci Belchick, Thomas (Emily) Belchick, Sara (Jason) Virostek and Lesley Busch. Michael is also survived by his precious pet kitty, Pickles.

                                Michael was a 1997 graduate of East Allegheny High School and then attended California University of PA. For 15 years, Michael was employed by Conco, Inc., travelling throughout the world doing repair work at various types of power plants. Most recently, Michael worked for Giant Eagle in the North Versailles store.

                                Michael was a wonderful artist, drawing mostly pencil drawings and sketches. His favourite pastime, however, was shopping for Iron Heart clothing.

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                                last edited by SamD 18 Jul 2023, 14:33 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 29
                                • Daniel SanD
                                  Daniel San
                                  見習いボス
                                  Joined: 2 May 2020

                                  The framed Bibs are epic , what a wonderful idea !

                                  last edited by 18 Jul 2023, 14:45 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 4
                                  • EdHE
                                    EdH
                                    Iron Heart Deity
                                    Joined: 2 Jan 2022

                                    Hear hear!

                                    Take the dive...

                                    last edited by 18 Jul 2023, 14:48 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                    • goosehdG
                                      goosehd
                                      Mod Squad
                                      Joined: 8 Apr 2016

                                      Absolutely love it!! Thank you guys 🙂

                                      "I don't give a shit what anyone else is doing, we will do what is best for us and our customers" - Giles P. :)

                                      last edited by 18 Jul 2023, 15:06 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
                                      • louisboscoL
                                        louisbosco
                                        啓蒙家
                                        Joined: 21 Feb 2013

                                        amazing gesture. love it!

                                        "Loyalty is a two way street. If i'm asking for it from you, then you're getting it from me."

                                        • Harvey Specter
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                                        • KasiK
                                          Kasi
                                          見習いボス
                                          Joined: 9 Oct 2014

                                          Amazing.

                                          👍 for the love of IH

                                          The world's insane
                                          While you drink champagne
                                          And I'm livin' in black rain 4Q 🖕

                                          last edited by Kasi 18 Jul 2023, 15:27 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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