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APEX, N.C. – Police in Apex, N.C., will soon release the police report of a weekend accident that killed a well known cyclist.

Bruce Rosar, 52, was killed in an accident in Apex on Saturday just before noon. Rosar was involved in a number of cycling organizations and instrumental in educating bikers on the road. Now, a painted white bike and flowers can be seen at the intersection where he lost his life.

“Bruce, where as he was not tall in stature, he was a giant in the bicycle community,” said Sig Hutchinson, former Triangle Transit chair.

That was evident in an interview Rosar gave to News 14 Carolina about the subject in 2008.

“To educate themselves more, I think there's a lot more that they can learn about how to do it,” said Rosar of bicycling. “That's one of the things that I try to help people understand.”

Known for his bright yellow hat and bright shirts, Rosar will be remembered by his friends for being full of life.

“I think Bruce was like an energizer bunny,” said Hutchinson. “He was always there, he was always upbeat, he was always advocating and he knew the laws.”

Rosar served on countless cycling boards – it’s a community shocked by his death.

“Bruce you know is a very well trained cyclist… certainly understands his rights and responsibilities as a bicyclist on the roadway,” said Alison Carpenter, with NC Active Transportation Alliance. “He's a safe cycling instructor.”

According to police, the preliminary investigation shows that Rosar was taking a left from Apex Peakway onto South Salem Street when he crossed into the path of an oncoming car. The chief of police said that the speed of the car did not seem to have been a factor.

Police will continue to talk to witnesses and are expected to complete their investigation soon.

In the meantime, family members will not have funeral services for Rosar, instead opting to have a celebration of his life at a later date. Also, the North Carolina Bicycle Club will hold their summer rally on Sunday, where they will memorialize Rosar.

The ride will start from Shearon Harris Visitor’s Center in southwest Wake County rain or shine. Distances range from 100k to 20k with registration starting at 7 a.m. The cost is $15 for NCBC members, or $20 for non-members. For more information, check out the NCBC Web site.