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Tork
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Yosemite
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Dec 22, 2010 - 01:21pm PT
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Had trouble sleeping last night. Thought a lot about Albert, his friends I knew, Baloo his dog, and climbs we shared. Thought about climbs we won't share.
Albert being gone hasn't fully hit me yet, although now thinking and writeing it is hitting me more.
Can only imagine the pain of his family, who I never met, and the pain to his closest friends.
Sorry for our loss, he is missed by many.
Albert taking Dan up Captain Wingfeather
Baloo
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Proudest_monkey
Trad climber
Oslo, Norway
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Dec 22, 2010 - 04:07pm PT
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When I first heard the news, It was hard to let it sink in that Albert could be gone. My family and all have fresh memories from this past summer. Hanging out at the guides house at barbecues, getting ready for trips, and my kids hanging out with Baloo and the puppies Albert took under his wing when they were left abandoned by the side of the road. Looking back, I think the episode with the puppies best defines for us what kind of person Albert was, always giving of himself and looking out for those around him. We will definitely miss him the next time we are in California.
SYMG guide
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howdy
Social climber
Donner Lake
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Dec 22, 2010 - 06:58pm PT
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What a tragedy. Albert was one of the good ones. I haven't seen him in a few years, but I will never forget him.
-(Former) SYMG Guide
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Colorado Krasnow
Trad climber
Buena Vista
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Dec 22, 2010 - 07:14pm PT
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Albert was my best friend since the age of 5. He was my brother from another mother and his passing has affected me more deeply than I could have imagined. Albert was a highly energetic and outgoing person. His love for the outdoors and adventure was contagious, and he loved above all else sharing his passion with others. Many people will remember Albert for his huge smile, his incredible feats of endurance, and his all-round good will. I will forever remember Albert as someone who deeply cared about his friends and family. Albert was always encouraging and supportive of any endeavor I or anyone close to him undertook. He made you feel good for trying. Few people could keep pace with Albert, which is why so many of us got the chance to share adventures with him. Albert leaves behind hundreds of friends, one enormous dog, and thousands of stellar memories that will forever be cherished. RIP brother.
Mark Krasnow
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Ain't no flatlander
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Dec 22, 2010 - 07:35pm PT
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Ah, poor Baloo. The rest of us have words to express feelings.
Condolences to all.
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habitat
climber
grass pass
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Dec 22, 2010 - 07:38pm PT
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Sorry you lost your person, Baloo
Who will take care of you now?
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Dec 22, 2010 - 07:43pm PT
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Ah, poor Baloo. The rest of us have words to express feelings.
Ah, man. I didn't consider that. How sad...
Hopefully someone close to Albert and Baloo take him in.
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tinker b
climber
the commonwealth
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Dec 22, 2010 - 09:09pm PT
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thanks for the picture mark. my heart goes out to you, and everyone else close to albert.
oh baloo. i hope that people are loving you up and feeling better from it.
i am also thinking of the guy who drove the car. may that burden be gently lifted from him.
peace,
jo-lynne
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zeker
Trad climber
bishop
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Dec 23, 2010 - 04:44am PT
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Doug R,
Hope all is well with you and your family this holiday season. Man this is tough. I miss Albert so much, I talked to him just hours before the accident, then Ian called me, asked me if I was sitting down, I said come on man, whats wrong, then he told me Albert died. I really didn't want to believe it!
Maybe you wouldn't mind writing something about Albert and posting on the SYMG facebook page, you being the pro-writer, and knowing him and all. I think it would mean alot to Ian and the crew. Thanks for considering it.
Also a memorial service for Albert is being held @ Planite Granite Sunnyvale Dec 23, @ 1:30pm. Also, by way of influence from Albert's friends, PCGI has also established the Albert Nugue Memorial Scholarship Fund, as Albert was the president of PCGI and was dedicated to guide education.
Stay Alive Doug! Feeling like my friends are dropping off the planet.
Take care,
Zeke
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kc
Trad climber
sj, ca
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Dec 23, 2010 - 12:34pm PT
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Thanks for the info on the memorial today, Zeke; I'll be there. Karen
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nick farley
climber
bishop
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Albert was a brother to me. Like many here.
Miss you bro.
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kev
climber
A pile of dirt.
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Jan 10, 2011 - 01:03am PT
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If it wasn't for Albert the whole gray eagle crew wouldn't exist. About 7 years ago he let me copy Spencers book of lies - which is what started the me off at shuteye and lead to the grey crew. Albert was a great dude and this is a huge loss for us all.
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