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elemental
Gym climber
Lander, Wyoming
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Topic Author's Original Post - Sep 17, 2009 - 12:20am PT
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It is with an incredible sadness that I post the news that my good friend Bobby Model died today. Bobby was a well-known climber and photographer, having traveled the world covering the sport we love.
2 1/2 years ago, he was injured in South Africa when a rock was thrown through the windshield of a car in which he was riding. He sustained massive and life-threatening injuries, but showed good signs of recovery from that incident. Bobby has recently been back at home in Cody, Wyoming, slowly recuperating from his head injuries.
I don't know any details at this time other than the overwhelming sadness this news brings to his friends and his family.
Steve Bechtel
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johntp
Trad climber
socal
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:23am PT
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Peace to family and friends. I never met Bobby but had expected he would recover. Sad news indeed.
RIP Bobby.
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Russ Walling
Gym climber
Poofter's Froth, Wyoming
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:25am PT
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RIP to him and best to all his friends and family...... so sad
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S.Leeper
Sport climber
Austin, Texas
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:30am PT
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Sorry to hear this. RIP Bobby.
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:30am PT
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Bobby lived a rich life, but these past few years have been a nightmare. RIP Bobby, send great pics back from heaven.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:34am PT
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Condolences to his family, all of them.
RIP, Bobby.
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MisterE
Trad climber
Canoga Bark! CA
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:34am PT
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Sad ending to this story - RIP Bobby.
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nita
climber
chica from chico, I don't claim to be a daisy
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:36am PT
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OMG..I am so sad to hear this news. My sincere condolences to Bobby's Mom, Sister, Dad and many friends..
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Slakkey
Trad climber
From a Quiet Place by the Lake
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:46am PT
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Having read through the Bobby Model seriously injured thread many times this is a sad ending . Peace
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ionlyski
Trad climber
Kalispell, Montana
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:46am PT
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So sorry Steve, and for all of Lander. You guys have sure had some tough times.
Arne
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:49am PT
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So sad. My heart goes out to Bobby and his many friends and family.
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Mees
climber
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Sep 17, 2009 - 12:49am PT
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Bobby
love ya man!
so thankful we got to hang out and catch up back home this summer. prayers & strength for all, especially Faithy
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Jerry Dodrill
climber
Sebastopol, CA
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:00am PT
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Oh man. This is crushing.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:06am PT
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Read all the posts and feel the pain. God, why oh why is life so hurtful and difficult sometimes. I have lost my closest friend. I know pain. I am praying for all Bobby's much loved ones and much loved friends. Living the rest of your lives and starting today to process not only the pain but the why's and wherefores is the ultimate of pain.
Lived this painful, difficult, mind fogging, life blowing process for the past 21 months. Have received incredible help from not only family and a few friends but from this incredible Taco.
If you ever want to call me or email me Please, please do. Death, dying and living the horrendous experience when it happens to our best friend and the one we love with all our heart is more than able to be endured at times. I be there for yo. I will pray and care and pray God comforts you all. Peace....
Weeping endures for a long, long, long nite....but eventually joy comes in the morning.
I never thought it would......but the dawn of joy is sneaking up on my early morning horizon every once in a while. I love you all that hurt. Peace be with you. Lynne
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reddirt
climber
Elevation 285 ft
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:13am PT
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I am so sorry. I hope he is at peace. I hope his loved ones will find peace.
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maldaly
Trad climber
Boulder, CO
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:15am PT
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Oh man... you tried so hard, Bobby. You are so good at what you do. My heart goes out to the whole Lander crew. I'm so sorry.
Mal
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KitD
Trad climber
Vista, CA
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:17am PT
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Actually, this is a reply to Lynne: I contacted you a while ago (I'm GDavis' mom), and I've been following your journey. It's a long one, and a really sad one, and one that's familiar to so many people, but I am constantly encouraged by your sweetness and transparency. Thank you for your constant encouragement to others; it speaks volumes. Love you, Kit
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Fletcher
Trad climber
Shivasana
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:30am PT
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Oh dear, I'm so sorry. A man who made a mark in many worlds. Peace, prayers and love to Bobby and all with whom he connected.
Eric
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:33am PT
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Rest now in peace. Our hearts are sad .
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Toker Villain
Big Wall climber
Toquerville, Utah
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Sep 17, 2009 - 01:37am PT
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Sad. Cruel. RIP .
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