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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Original Post - Aug 24, 2016 - 11:45am PT
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Greetings to the friends and family of Robert Fonda,
We have been working with Hilde and Robert's family to plan a memorial on October 29, 2016 in the afternoon/evening. It will be held in the Joshua Tree area. The site and details will be finalized soon, and we will provide updates via this thread. We are looking forward to having a great time remembering Robert. Truly one of a kind, and we were very fortunate to have spent time with Robert and Hilde over the years. Let's give our Bro a grand send off!!!
We will be gathering up pictures for the memorial. If you have more classic Robert shots, please dig them up!
One of the things we would like to get nailed down soon is the attendee list. If you are planning to attend, please respond to this thread, or PM myself or Ron Gomez. We will keep a running list and work with Robert's family. As things develop we will probably be looking for volunteers, especially in the JT area, to help with logistics.
I will post this on Mountain Project as well.
Peace Out!
Rob and Ron
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TYeary
Social climber
State of decay
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Aug 24, 2016 - 12:23pm PT
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Ugh, I so wanted to make this... Family business ON oCT 29 prevents me from attending.
geez...
TY
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Scole
Trad climber
Zapopan
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Aug 24, 2016 - 12:38pm PT
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I'm hoping I can make it
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Aug 24, 2016 - 01:16pm PT
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Erik and I will be attending - please count us in.
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SofCookay
climber
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Aug 24, 2016 - 04:24pm PT
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Kate and I (Sonya) will be there and we are happy to volunteer as well.
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Aug 24, 2016 - 07:12pm PT
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Unfortunately I will be on the East coast and miss this tribute, send off for Robert.
I have some photos that I have tried to upload with no luck. Hope to find a way to share them.
Robert, one of a kind and truly great. Miss seeing him
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Aug 24, 2016 - 07:35pm PT
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Dean....you are always welcome, we are a community tied together by common and very tight bonds. Will put you on the list and expect you there.
Peace
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 24, 2016 - 08:13pm PT
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F10,
PM me and we will figure something out for the pictures. I'm sure they would be a great addition.
Thanks,
Rob
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dee ee
Mountain climber
Of THIS World (Planet Earth)
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Aug 25, 2016 - 08:38am PT
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Yep.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:49am PT
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Just saw this....I will be there and be glad to help in whatever capacity I can. Think of you all the time Hilde. Can't wait to connect in person. Love, lynnie
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Aug 25, 2016 - 03:23pm PT
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I will be attending
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 25, 2016 - 06:53pm PT
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Attendee list so far...Updated 9/2
1. Hilde Fonda
2. Ron Gomez
3. Kelly Gomez
4. Rob Stahl
5. Debbie Walden
6. Ted DeWitt
7. John DeWitt
8. Kat Colella
9. Jacob Colella
10. Locker
11. Justthemaid
12. MisterE
13. Sonya
14. Kate
15. Cragman
16. Scole
17. Dave Evans
18. Todd Gordon
19. Lynne Leichtfuss
20. Tucker Tech
21. Greg O
22. Greg Epperson
23. Mingo Morvin
24. Dan Zacks
25. Cindy Zacks
26. Seth Zaharias
27. Sabra Purdy
28. Steve Swan
29. George Armstrong
30. Janet Armstrong
31. Liz Blanchard
32. Hilde's Brother in Law 1 and guests
33. Hilde's Brother in Law 2 and guests
34. Doug Green
35. Joe De Luca
36. Carey De Luca
37. Angel
38. Bob Sukovich
39. Phil Spinelli
40. Tom Blaylock
41. Daniel Thiele
42. GDavis
43. John Harby
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Aug 25, 2016 - 07:16pm PT
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Add Tucker tech
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Aug 25, 2016 - 08:32pm PT
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Definitely going to try to make it.
Greg O.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2016 - 09:18am PT
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Hi Everyone,
Plans are moving along. We are going to have a slide show running, so please forward any pictures you may have to me, and I will coordinate with Ron, family and friends.
Also, if you have some Easy Up's or folding tables you would be willing to bring, please let me know.
Cheers,
Rob
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Aug 26, 2016 - 09:53am PT
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I'll bring a couple 6foot tables and a 10x12 ez up
Peace
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2016 - 10:40am PT
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Great!
Thanks Dean and Ron.
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Greg Epperson
climber
Joshua Tree
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Aug 26, 2016 - 03:58pm PT
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Yes, I'll be there.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2016 - 06:58pm PT
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Thanks Greg!
Can you help with a screen or projector for the slide show?
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 26, 2016 - 10:05pm PT
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hey there, say... i will be praying for all to go smooth...
it would be nice, too, if folks will share, after, on the post, here,
so folks like me, can learn a LOT more about him...
miss seing the rlf initials here...
though i did not know him...
prayers for everyone, during this special time of remembrance...
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Aug 27, 2016 - 07:27am PT
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Rob, pm sent regarding photos
James
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 27, 2016 - 10:30am PT
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Thanks James! Will watch for it.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Aug 27, 2016 - 03:21pm PT
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I will try to get pics to you asap. Hard up here with such limited communication. What else can I do???? lynnie
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 27, 2016 - 04:25pm PT
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Thanks Lynnie!
We may ask you to help coordinate some food. Will let you know soon.
Cheers!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Aug 27, 2016 - 07:08pm PT
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We talked Lynnie, get home, get things in order then you can focus on this. Got ya covered!
Peace
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 29, 2016 - 07:23am PT
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Bumpage for updated guest list above
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Aug 29, 2016 - 09:05am PT
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^^sent you a pm
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 29, 2016 - 09:20am PT
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Thanks BB. Will look for it, but have not seen yours of F10's yet. ST PM function is whacked again.
I will reply to you. If you don't get it, let me know and I'll just bite the bullet an post my email.
Cheers,
Rob
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SofCookay
climber
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Aug 29, 2016 - 09:22am PT
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I have a folding table you all can use.
Sonya
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 29, 2016 - 09:23am PT
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Thanks Sonya!
Will put you on the table list.
Rob
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Daniel Thiele
Trad climber
up in the high country, ca.
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Aug 29, 2016 - 07:33pm PT
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Yes, I will be there.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Aug 29, 2016 - 08:27pm PT
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Looking forward to see you Dan (and everyone else), but wish it was under different circumstances.
I was going to email/call you to let you know since I wasn't sure if you would be on Supertopo.
If you have any good photos of Robert please post or upload to Rob Stahl (Stahlbro)
Hilde
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Aug 30, 2016 - 06:48am PT
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Rob, tried another pm msg.
Hold off on posting your email.
James
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Aug 30, 2016 - 06:59am PT
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See you all there :)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Aug 30, 2016 - 10:38am PT
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I will be glad to help with food or anything else I can do...and thanks, Ron.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 30, 2016 - 12:41pm PT
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Hi Locker,
Hilde is working on it. Will post as soon as we can.
Cheers,
Rob
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 30, 2016 - 12:56pm PT
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Yep. Hilde is talking to him.
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Aug 30, 2016 - 01:19pm PT
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When the time gets closer and I know for sure I can make it, I would be happy to help with whatever I can. Thanks for doing the heavy lifting Ron and Rob!
And I'll be a +1 (wife) when the time comes. :-)
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Aug 30, 2016 - 01:40pm PT
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Yeah, Thanks Rob and Ron!
Jeez that's a bummer bout the pm not working. I spent some time and wrote you a nice historic document..
Rob, email me At blueblocr at yahOO. And I'll write cha back.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 31, 2016 - 04:13pm PT
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Well it looks like the ST mail system has bit the big one again ;-( Appologies to anyone that spent a bunch of time compiling input.
If you have pictures of Robert, memories, archives etc. go ahead and email me at robertstahl@cox.net. I will forward them on. You can also share them on this thread.
Here is the link to Robert's other thread.
http://www.supertopo.com/climbing/thread.php?topic_id=2797960&msg=2862991#msg2862991
Cheers,
Rob
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Aug 31, 2016 - 04:55pm PT
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Peace
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jharby
Social climber
San Diego, CA
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Hi - No one probably knows me but I knew Robert from high school - we called him "Bert". I also was in touch with him later about software as I'm in the computer software biz. I was googling for his info again because I've got a cool software project in the music biz I thought maybe we could work on together and was really shocked by this news. I'd definitely want to attend this memorial so I'll keep watch on this thread.
Thanks,
John Harby
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 2, 2016 - 06:55am PT
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Great to hear from John. I will add you to the list.
Photo from Skip and Erik.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Thanks again everyone for wonderful photos of Robert. Looking at them makes me smile (and sometimes cry). Please keep them coming.
Here is a photo from a few years ago, when living on the ranch gave us a new challenge. Needless to say Robert was a lot less thrilled about it than I was...
Hilde
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 2, 2016 - 01:21pm PT
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Wow Hilde, that is a classic.
I remember several years ago, before I met Robert in person, we were having a good laugh about his red truck and all the snow on it. He had put the windshield wipers up so the snow and and ice would freeze them to windshield, and was wondering the wtf he was doing that for in the desert.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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I really wish I could of got to to hang with Fonda for a day. He and Woody were 2 guys I really wanted to talk to.
Someday I will. Really sucks waiting though....I miss them both.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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A man of many talents, and with many friends, perfect for life at the ranch
PS! Good Friend Steve S. is the supervisor/helper with dam project in the photo above.
Come on folks, post them up.
Hilde
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Once I got to know him, sit and converse, sit and listen and sit and appreciate him for who he was.....his real genious came to infuse me. I so looked forward to hanging with him for so many years just to absorb his wisdom, then the last time Bridwell and I came out to help with chores, I realized, I missed it. I miss him!
Peace
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Ron,
I couldn't have said it better. I miss him every day, I miss talking to him, I miss seeing his smile, hearing his laughter, and yes I too thought I would enjoy his company, his intellect, his kindness, his caring way of being with me and his many friends for years to come. He never liked it when I told him he was my hero, and my knight in shining armor, but he was: however cheesy that may sound. He always made me feel safe and protected, especially when I was at my weakest during the challenging times for us both with my cancer treatments and surgeries. Then I witnessed my brave and caring husband getting sicker, and weaker, and never complaining, and I found myself wanting and needing to protect him when he no longer had the strength to defend himself.
I don;t know if any of this makes any sense, but that is how I feel about the last year of our life together.
He is watching me from the wallpaper on my computer screen, looking me in the eyes, from one of the formations on the ranch. Wearing a harness, his rattiest Mountain Hardware Ball Cap, just sitting there relaxed with the faint beginning of a smile. Thank you Steve for sending me that photo. How I wish all of this was a bad dream, a really terrible prank, and that I will hear the sound of the little red wreck coming up the driveway at the ranch. Then I look out the window of my new home and see the truck sitting there silent and alone without its real owner to take it for a ride in the morning.
Thank you Ron for your wonderful words, and for allowing everyone that reads them to take part in your grief.
Hilde
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Ksolem
Trad climber
Monrovia, California
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I met Robert at Trashcan Rock. I was doing some bouldering on the shady side; Ripper, Butterfly Crack, etc. So this guy wearing heavy work boots, old jeans and a dirty shirt walks up to me. “What the hell are you doing?” He took me by surprise. I couldn’t size him up. I was standing there in elfin shoes, tights, a color coordinated tank top and a chalk bag. And here, addressing me somewhat bluntly, was a real man. Salt of the earth. How to answer. “I’m climbing the rock?” No, that was obvious. So I just stood there feeling foolish.
He walked over to the start of Butterfly crack and reached up toward the tips locker. “This reach gets longer over the years as the dirt erodes.” I had just been sandbagged in fine style.
After that we’d cross paths once in a while with a nod or “what’s up”? Reading this thread I realize I missed out bigtime by not going out of my way to know him better.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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It's getting that time of year Hilde....Robert would call and tell me, "the strawberries are ripening Gomez!" My que that there were chores to be done, to get my butt out to the ranch for fun times, great company and a little hard work! Someone needs to call this year and let me know The Strawberries Are Ripening! It's what Joshua Tree climbing season came to be for me.
Peace
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Amen Locker. Will be GUD to see you Brother! You played a huge part in my life today...know it or knot! I think you do.
Peace
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Daniel Thiele
Trad climber
up in the high country, ca.
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Well like Hildi and a everyone else, I also really miss him. I am very grateful to have had such an incredible friend and not having him here anymore has been rough, but I have been getting through it. I would give anything to be sitting at the back patio of the ranch right now as Robert talks up a storm and tells stories as I laugh and drink beer. He sure was one of a kind.
BTW, thank you Hildi and Steve for being there for me, you have helped me more than you know...
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Fluoride
Trad climber
West Los Angeles, CA/Joshua Tree
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Count Steve and I in.
Robert was one of a kind. A friend I miss dearly.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 6, 2016 - 09:38am PT
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Attendee list so far...Updated 9/10
1. Hilde Fonda
2. Ron Gomez
3. Kelly Gomez
4. Rob Stahl
5. Debbie Walden
6. Ted DeWitt
7. John DeWitt
8. Kat Colella
9. Jacob Colella
10. Locker
11. Justthemaid
12. MisterE
13. Sonya
14. Kate
15. Cragman
16. Scole
17. Dave Evans
18. Todd Gordon
19. Lynne Leichtfuss
20. Tucker Tech
21. Greg O
22. Greg Epperson
23. Mingo Morvin
24. Dan Zacks
25. Cindy Zacks
26. Seth Zaharias
27. Sabra Purdy
28. Steve Swan
29. George Armstrong
30. Janet Armstrong
31. Liz Blanchard
32. Joan DeWitt
33. Mason DeWitt
34. Doug Green
35. Joe De Luca
36. Carey De Luca
37. Angel
38. Bob Sukovich
39. Phil Spinelli
40. Tom Blaylock
41. Daniel Thiele
42. GDavis
43. John Harby
44. Floride
45. Steve ?
46. Tom Romisch
47. Sindy Romisch
48. Tom Ace
49. David Harrison
50. Becky Harrison
51. Mary Ann Kelly
Can't wait to see everyone and share stories of our times with Robert! Not a day goes by that I don't sit down and think about our times together and his generosity. The last time we went out to climb "The Chief", he wasn't feeling great, but he was so positive and such good company the whole way. I still get choked up when I remember sitting at the base after we were done, looking out over the desert as the sun was going down. There was no place in this world I would rather be.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 16, 2016 - 10:28am PT
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Attendee list so far...Updated 9/24
1. Hilde Fonda
2. Ron Gomez
3. Kelly Gomez
4. Rob Stahl
5. Debbie Walden
6. Ted DeWitt
7. John DeWitt
8. Kat Colella
9. Jacob Colella
10. Locker
11. Justthemaid
12. MisterE
13. Sonya
14. Kate
15. Cragman
16. Scole
17. Dave Evans
18. Todd Gordon
19. Lynne Leichtfuss
20. Tucker Tech
21. Greg O
22. Greg Epperson
23. Mingo Morvin
24. Dan Zacks
25. Cindy Zacks
26. Seth Zaharias
27. Sabra Purdy
28. Steve Swan
29. George Armstrong
30. Janet Armstrong
31. Liz Blanchard
32. Joan DeWitt
33. Mason DeWitt
34. Doug Green
35. Joe De Luca
36. Carey De Luca
37. Angel
38. Bob Sukovich
39. Phil Spinelli
40. Tom Blaylock
41. Daniel Thiele
42. GDavis
43. John Harby
44. Floride
45. Steve ?
46. Tom Romisch
47. Sindy Romisch
48. Tom Ace
49. David Harrison
50. Becky Harrison
51. Mary Ann Kelly
52. Simon Bentley
53. Cal Gerberding
54. Steve Gerberding
55. Jim Bridwell
56. Sharon Nieukirk
57. Natalie DeWitt
58. Brett Pearce
59. H
60. John Durr
61. Scott Levitin
62. Paul VanderValk
63. Gina VanderValk
64. Karl Von Halle
65. Cindy Von Halle
If you have pictures of Robert to share, please send them in or post them in the next couple of weeks so we can start getting the slide show together. Thank you to everyone who has shared the great shots so far!
Peace to you all.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Sep 16, 2016 - 10:34am PT
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Bridwell will join me
Peace
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H
Mountain climber
there and back again
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Sep 16, 2016 - 05:30pm PT
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Just tuning into The Taco and was shocked to hear this. Not surprised, because the last time we talked he was not doing well. Just getting to know him too.
I have to be in Flagstaff on the 30th. So I'll just leave from there. Ron/Stahlbro let me know how I can help.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 20, 2016 - 09:15am PT
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----Update
The location for Robert's memorial has been confirmed as Wally's Horse Ranch (Thanks so much Wally!!) on October 29. We will probably start gathering around 3:00pm, with remembrance and slide show starting around 4:00pm. More details to follow.
Wally's Ranch is just off Quail Springs Rd in Joshua Tree. From the 62 in town, take Park Blvd toward the park and it eventually turns into Quail Springs Rd. Parking will be along Quail Springs, and there will be balloons, signage and Robert's friends guiding people to the location on the Ranch. We plan to have lighting along the path, but please plan on bringing lanterns or headlamps and chairs if you have them.
We are really looking forward to having great time celebrating Robert's life with family and friends. If you have any more pictures to share, please email them to me or post them and I will pull them down.
Peace to everyone.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 20, 2016 - 08:02pm PT
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Bump for prime time.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Sep 20, 2016 - 09:16pm PT
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Be there. Hope to get you some pics as soon as I get back to civilization. Love, lynnie
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 21, 2016 - 08:47am PT
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Thanks Lynnie!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Sep 21, 2016 - 09:12am PT
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Hey Lynnie,
Do you have a return date yet? I mentioned to the crew your buzy schedule upon your return, but were planning on attending. If yer in the Valley this weekend, we can catch up. If not give a call when you are in range and we'll talk. Prolly be in Upper Pines. Hope to see you.
Peace
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 21, 2016 - 07:30pm PT
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Thanks to everyone that has submitted photos! If you have some captions to go with the photo, please include them as well. We would like to have the photos by October 15.
Cheers.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 23, 2016 - 08:19pm PT
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Thanks TGT. Great picture.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Sep 28, 2016 - 11:59am PT
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I miss that guy!
Thinking of him every day...
Hilde
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 28, 2016 - 12:05pm PT
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Wow, beautiful Hilde.
I miss him too..
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Sep 28, 2016 - 12:49pm PT
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Hilde, I think of you nearly every day. Love and Peace to you. lynnie
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Sep 29, 2016 - 02:21pm PT
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Thank you for your kind words and good thoughts Lynne.
Its still surreal that I'll never see him again, and that today it's already 4 months since I had to let him slip away.
I will always cherish the memories of him, these photos are just some of them....
Hilde
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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Sep 30, 2016 - 05:03pm PT
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Hilde .............I must have a copy of that picture ?
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Sep 30, 2016 - 07:56pm PT
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Hi Steve,
Which picture are you referring to?
Hilde
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Sioux Juan
Big Wall climber
Costa mesa
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the one on roof.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 10, 2016 - 12:50pm PT
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Hilde and StahlBro,
Howdy! I'm back in San Diego and eager to help. Who do I talk to about helping with the food or what and where ever you all need me.
I will arrive Friday to help.....I can come earlier if needed. Please let me know.
Love to everyone. Cheers, lynnie
Edit: I have medium plates, bowls and plastic knives, forks and spoons for @ 50 people if needed. Plates would hold desert or side dish.
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I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Oct 10, 2016 - 08:23pm PT
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Hi Lynne,
Welcome back, and thanks for offering to help. Ron and Rob are leading the planning. i'll let the food guys know you are willing to help. Can I give them your email and/or phone number?
They are both friends of mine, one a co-worker the other a former co-worker. If you are busy with other things please don't feel that you have to volunteer, if you want to I'm sure they will be glad for the help.
I look forward to see you again.
Hilde
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 10, 2016 - 09:02pm PT
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Hi Lynnie!
Welcome back. I will check in with Ron and we will get in touch with you soon.
Thanks so much for your help!
Rob
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 10, 2016 - 09:23pm PT
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Hilde, I am not busy and would Love to help the food guys. Yes, feel free to give them my cell number, email, anything. Love, Lynne
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Oct 11, 2016 - 10:47am PT
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Hi Lynne,
That's great. I will email Joe and Karl (the food guys). I do not have your phone number for some reason but found two numbers on Robert's computer. Perhaps one is landline and the other cell?
I'll pass that on as well.
Hilde
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 12, 2016 - 09:25am PT
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Thanks, Hilde. Landline is the 749 # and cell is 505#. Cell is best. L.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 12, 2016 - 12:27pm PT
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Just found more decent plastic cutlery for over 100 if needed.....
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 15, 2016 - 09:48am PT
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Thanks Lynne!
Attendee list so far...Updated 10/15
1. Hilde Fonda
2. Ron Gomez
3. Kelly Gomez
4. Rob Stahl
5. Debbie Walden
6. Ted DeWitt
7. John DeWitt
8. Kat Colella
9. Jacob Colella
10. Locker
11. Justthemaid
12. MisterE
13. Sonya
14. Kate
15. Cragman
16. Scole
17. Dave Evans
18. Todd Gordon
19. Lynne Leichtfuss
20. Tucker Tech
21. Greg O
22. Greg Epperson
23. Mingo Morvin
24. Dan Zacks
25. Cindy Zacks
26. Seth Zaharias
27. Sabra Purdy
28. Steve Swan
29. George Armstrong
30. Janet Armstrong
31. Liz Blanchard
32. Joan DeWitt
33. Mason DeWitt
34. Doug Green
35. Joe De Luca
36. Carey De Luca
37. Angel
38. Bob Sukovich
39. Phil Spinelli
40. Tom Blaylock
41. Daniel Thiele
42. GDavis
43. John Harby
44. Floride
45. Steve ?
46. Tom Romisch
47. Sindy Romisch
48. Tom Ace
49. David Harrison
50. Becky Harrison
51. Mary Ann Kelly
52. Simon Bentley
53. Cal Gerberding
54. Steve Gerberding
55. Jim Bridwell
56. Sharon Nieukirk
57. Natalie DeWitt
58. Brett Pearce
59. H
60. John Durr
61. Scott Levitin
62. Paul VanderValk
63. Gina VanderValk
64. Karl Von Halle
65. Cindy Von Halle
66. John Lauretig
67. Nora Lauretig
68. Byron Cook
69. Kenji Hartounian
There are some horses on the property that we should leave along. There will be signs.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Rob
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Oct 15, 2016 - 10:46am PT
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brings tears, and those eyes! Your angel now.
be well.
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 15, 2016 - 04:06pm PT
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 15, 2016 - 04:09pm PT
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 15, 2016 - 04:12pm PT
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 15, 2016 - 04:31pm PT
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Thanks F10!
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 15, 2016 - 05:02pm PT
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Finally found some wifi to upload some photos.
As I mentioned I won't be able to make the Memorial so feel free to share any photos I post.
I will try to post more photos later on.
James
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 20, 2016 - 05:10pm PT
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Mtnmun
Trad climber
Top of the Mountain Mun
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Oct 20, 2016 - 05:51pm PT
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Over a few benefit shindigs at Todd's I got to hang with Robert a few times. I did not know him well but I was so touched by his kindness and kinship. He was there using his skills to make sure the Gordon house was up to electrical snuff. It was a shock when I heard he had crossed over. He was one of those people you meet. and you hope in the future, that you get to share a few camp fires with.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 20, 2016 - 10:54pm PT
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So right on Mtnmun!!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 20, 2016 - 11:05pm PT
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hey there say, all... still so sad about this...
may the memorial be extra special in some extra kind ways, for his family and loved ones, and good buddies...
you are all in my heart and prayers...
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Oct 21, 2016 - 09:39am PT
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MtnMun,
Thank you for your kind words. Reading you post brought tears to my eyes. You captured Robert so well. Under that rough exterior, and often foul language was a truly kind, generous, and caring man that I was fortunate to cross "virtual" paths with over 17 years ago.
We had 16 years together, and in such a relatively short time experienced more ups and downs, challenges, happiness and illness than most people do in a lifetime. Robert truly was one of a kind that touched so many peoples lives, more than even I realized until after his death, when the outpouring from friends and acquaintances have been almost overwhelming.
Thank you, - all of you.
Hilde
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 21, 2016 - 04:16pm PT
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Only one more week until Robert-day (good call Hilde :-) Looking forward to the celebration of a life well lived.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Oct 21, 2016 - 04:44pm PT
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What a wonderful photo Rob. Thank you Debbie.
I think I know exactly where that is.
Hilde
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 23, 2016 - 07:23pm PT
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Looking forward to seeing everyone next Saturday to celebrate the life of Robert Fonda!
Here is some important information about he event:
Location and Time - The memorial and slideshow will take place at Wally's horse ranch adjoining Quail Springs Road in Joshua Tree, CA (across from Rincon Rd) @ 4:00pm on 10/29. Parking will be along Quail Springs Road, and there will be signs and people helping with parking and directions to the venue. Take highway 62 from I10 to the town of Joshua Tree. Turn right on Park Blvd, which will turn into Quail Springs Rd.
Food and Drink - There will be light finger foods at the event. Grilling will be allowed, but no charcoal or open flame at the ranch. Gas bbq's only. There will be water and sodas, please bring your own adult beverages and any additional food you might want.
Smoking - If you smoke, please be very careful and put any butts in the receptacles provided. Do not leave them on the ground.
General Logistics - There are horses and private residences on the property. Please follow the signs and instructions. It may be dark after the event. Please bring headlamps, lanterns, flashlights etc. Bring folding chairs as well. If you have agreed to bring E-Z Ups, tables etc., please arrive a little early and we will help get everything set up. There will be receptacles of trash and recycling at the venue.
Attendee list...Updated 10/26
1. Hilde Fonda
2. Ron Gomez
3. Kelly Gomez
4. Rob Stahl
5. Debbie Walden
6. Ted DeWitt
7. John DeWitt
8. Kat Colella
9. Jacob Colella
10. Locker
11. Justthemaid
12. MisterE
13. Sonya
14. Kate
15.
16. Scole
17. Dave Evans
18. Todd Gordon
19. Lynne Leichtfuss
20. Tucker Tech
21.
22. Greg Epperson
23. Mingo Morvin
24. Dan Zacks
25. Cindy Zacks
26. Seth Zaharias
27. Sabra Purdy
28. Steve Swan
29. George Armstrong
30. Janet Armstrong
31. Liz Blanchard
32. Joan DeWitt
33. Mason DeWitt
34. Doug Green
35. Joe De Luca
36. Carey De Luca
37. Angel
38. Bob Sukovich
39. Phil Spinelli
40. Tom Blaylock
41. Daniel Thiele
42. GDavis
43. John Harby
44. Floride
45. Steve ?
46. Tom Romisch
47. Sindy Romisch
48. Tom Ace
49. David Harrison
50. Becky Harrison
51. Mary Ann Kelly
52. Simon Bentley
53. Cal Gerberding
54. Steve Gerberding
55. Jim Bridwell
56. Sharon Nieukirk
57. Natalie DeWitt
58. Brett Pearce
59. H
60. John Durr
61. Scott Levitin
62. Paul VanderValk
63. Gina VanderValk
64. Karl Von Halle
65. Cindy Von Halle
66. John Lauretig
67. Nora Lauretig
68. Byron Cook
69. Kenji Hartounian
70. Steve Klein
71. Cyndia Zumpft
72. Rick Schutte
73. Susan Peplow
74. Russ Walling
Can't wait to see everyone and share stories of our times with Robert. We are all blessed for the time we had with a truly unique and caring friend, husband, guide and JOSAR volunteer. That dude could really tell it like it is!
Hats off and beers up for Robert!
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 24, 2016 - 02:58pm PT
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A man with many talents,
Bummed I will miss his Memorial,
But will never forget him !!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 24, 2016 - 03:18pm PT
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Thanks so much for all the great pictures James.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 26, 2016 - 09:22am PT
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Bump for the man.
Looking forward to seeing everyone this coming Saturday!
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Oct 26, 2016 - 10:02am PT
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Robert was a kind and funny man, one who I always enjoyed talking too but felt even more connected when he called me during Blitzo's illness. Taking the time to check in, see what he could do and basically just be supportive. A gesture of kindness never to be forgotten.
Russ and I will be there on Saturday to raise a glass and shed some tears for a man who left the party too soon.
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Oct 26, 2016 - 10:12am PT
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Sorry to say I've been overcome by events and will be unable to make it this weekend. But I will raise a glass to Robert and all of you Saturday! Be well!
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Happiegrrrl2
Trad climber
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Oct 26, 2016 - 11:13am PT
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Sorry I cannot be there in person, but I will be there in thought.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 26, 2016 - 12:00pm PT
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Seeing Robert's Memorial picture above taken by Skip and Erik has me in tears. It has finally struck.....I will not see my friend again here on this planet. Hugs to you Hilde. He loved you so very much.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Oct 26, 2016 - 12:31pm PT
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Who's gonna pick the strawberries??? Inside joke with me n Fonda when he wanted company!
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 26, 2016 - 01:09pm PT
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I'll wager a bet that few have ever had the Fun we had digging endlessly (and finally finding) that sewer pipe! Robert and Tucker kept us (Yerian, Gomez and I) in stitches. :)
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 26, 2016 - 01:31pm PT
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His invitations to me (when Deb was not listening) were, how do you say it, a bit more colorful ;-)
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 26, 2016 - 05:04pm PT
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Thanks Susan! Looking forward to seeing you and Russ.
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GDavis
Social climber
SOL CAL
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Oct 26, 2016 - 05:10pm PT
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Looking forward to getting a chance to catch up with some old friends. Haven't been around some circles in a while.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 26, 2016 - 07:27pm PT
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Gurg.....awesome. Tales to be told. A baby for Steph and Scott. Lots to share and Fonda would be/is right in the middle of all of it. He lives on....
See ya in a couple.
Hilde and Stahl I will also bring an appetizer for @ #30. Peace, lynnie.
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justthemaid
climber
Jim Henson's Basement
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Oct 26, 2016 - 07:34pm PT
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Erik here - feeling blessed to have my photo as the honorary front-piece for the memorial.
Such a great day with Skip, Tucker, the Roberts, David P and F10...
Looking forward to tears & beers.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 27, 2016 - 08:06am PT
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That is great Lynne!
Thanks so much.
Rob
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susan peplow
climber
Joshua Tree, CA
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Oct 27, 2016 - 11:17am PT
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I haven't been following this... primarily as I don't really frequent the Taco. Do you need anything? Trash cans, food, booze, ice chests?
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 27, 2016 - 11:28am PT
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Hi Susan,
It is pretty much covered. Just bring some booze and some chairs. If you have an E-Z up, we may be able us that as well. If not, no worries.
Cheers
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karen roseme
Mountain climber
Bishop
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Oct 27, 2016 - 01:07pm PT
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I'm sorry to say Steve and I will not be able to make it.
We will be there in spirit!
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Oct 27, 2016 - 03:03pm PT
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I need a place to watch the Cubs Friday night!
Peace
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 27, 2016 - 04:55pm PT
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Cooking right now for the Robert and remembering the good times. Like the time he let me take over the kitchen and make dinner for Fluoride, Steve, Gomez, Bridwell, Tucker etc. Do we have a pic of that? If not I'll look.
Thanks, Roberto, for your care, concern and advice after Dan went to heaven.
Luckily I didn't have to sell the kids to the slave market in Mexico. But I commend you for your creative ideas. :)!
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mountainclimber
Trad climber
Running Springs, CA
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Oct 27, 2016 - 06:57pm PT
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I hope to make it to Robert's memorial. I met Robert through Steve Swan, Tucker, Todd, Dan Thiele, and others...We usually got to chat at Tony's annual Halloween party. It was also a treat to climb with Robert and Steve at the ranch on a few occasions. Robert was a lively personality. It is sad to know he won't be sitting around the campfire this year at Tony's. It will be nice to hear all the stories others will surely tell about their times with Robert.
Noelle
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ron gomez
Trad climber
fallbrook,ca
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Oct 27, 2016 - 07:39pm PT
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Truck is MAXED out with stuff and still gotta go get Bridwell. Thank God he packs light!!! Lynnie, have some wine to toast with and I'll bring some sage to bless with! Everyone, travel safe, can't wait to see OLD and old friends! Robert still bringing us together.
Peace
Gonnna miss ya Dean!
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 27, 2016 - 07:53pm PT
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Can't wait to see everyone and celebrate the life of Robert!
Deb made some sage bundles as well.
Blessings for all!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 28, 2016 - 08:50pm PT
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We are here and have prepared today for the celebration of Robert, his life on this planet as well as friendship, stories and our wonderful community. Again the celebration starts tomorrow @3pm, food from 4-5 then the remembrance and slide show. Even if you hadn't planned on coming you are welcome. Robert always loved last minute fun.
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grover
climber
Castlegar BC
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Oct 28, 2016 - 09:37pm PT
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Wishing we could join everyone tomorrow to celebrate Robert.
Our thoughts are with all of his friends and family.
A toast to Robert and a life well lived...
Eileen, Jax, Shilo and Mark Senyk
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Oct 29, 2016 - 05:11am PT
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Thinking of Robert this morning and the special gathering to remember him later today.
Sending more thoughts of him and will raise a toast to his memory later, cheers
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TYeary
Social climber
State of decay
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Oct 29, 2016 - 07:43am PT
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Wish I could be there, Robert. But we kind;a said our good byes before.
One of a kind, you crusty old f*#k. One of my favorite kind.
See you later Robert.
You all have some fun and do him right'
TY
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 29, 2016 - 08:09am PT
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Thanks Tony and James. Great shots!
Hanging with some of the set up crew yesterday
Looking forward to seeing everyone this afternoon! Please follow the signs and directions, and avoid the horse corrals. It is going to be a great celebration!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 29, 2016 - 11:52pm PT
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It was indeed a Great celebration!!! A wonderful turnout! Very special to meet Robert's family and friends from his early years. Weather was perfect, some wonderful thoughts expressed from the mic. We love you Robert our great friend and it showed today.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 30, 2016 - 12:31am PT
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hey there, say, ... sorry i could not send anything, :(
wanted to, but am unable to, this season...
lynne, do you have an address for to send card to his wife?
and family?
so wonderful, that you did his for everyone, >:D<
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Bad Climber
Trad climber
The Lawless Border Regions
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Oct 30, 2016 - 06:43am PT
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Looks like a wonderful celebration. I hope when I kick it, I get half the turnout. Wish I'd known the man.
Hey, was the dozer for clean-up after the bash? Now THAT'S a party.
BAd
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 31, 2016 - 11:16am PT
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What a fantastic day and evening celebrating Robert's life. All the stories were amazing.
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troutboy
Trad climber
Newark, DE
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Oct 31, 2016 - 03:57pm PT
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So sorry I was not able to attend the celebration of Robert's life. I trust the event feeling matched his generosity
A photo from 2010 - Water line repair conundrum
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 31, 2016 - 06:49pm PT
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Friends came from far and wide to honor their wonderful, unique, crazy and so much fun friend....Roberto.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 31, 2016 - 09:06pm PT
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Last few pics.....
Crowd Shots
Internet connection just lost all the pics....will try again tomorrow.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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On behalf of the family I would like to express my gratitude and sincere thanks to each and every one of you for making Roberts Memorial and Celebration of his Life a remarkable and memorable day for everyone. It was such a pleasure to meet everyone, and to finally meet those of you that I had not met before. A pleasure that was comforting the sadness caused by the reason for this event.
We could not have wished for a better day, evening, weather, setup, food and crowd, and we could not have done it without all of you.
Special thanks to Wally Barker for so graciously making his property available for this event, to Ron Gomez, Rob Stahl, Debbie Walden, Kat Colella, Scott Levitin, Joe De Luca, Karl Von Halle, and Lynne Leichtfuss for all your planning, preparing, and hard work. Finally I’d like to thank Carey De Luca, Kelsey Gaarder and Doug Green for tirelessly helping out at the food table and making sure the dishes and pots and pans stayed well stocked throughout the evening. I am so very proud and honored to call all of you my friends.
Many thanks to those of you that found the strength and composure which I could not, to grab the microphone and share your stories and memories of Robert with the crowd. Thank you for your kind words.
Hilde Fonda
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Scole
Trad climber
Zapopan
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I wanted to make it badly, but couldn't swing the 1700 mile trip, border crossing, etc. Robert was a good friend and I miss him.
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HF
climber
I'm a Norwegian stuck in Joshua Tree
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Nov 12, 2016 - 03:16pm PT
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Keep climbing forever Robert.... I will always love you!
Hilde
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F10
Trad climber
Bishop
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Jan 28, 2017 - 06:50pm PT
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Thinking of you Robert
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TYeary
Social climber
State of decay
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Jan 28, 2017 - 08:12pm PT
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TY
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Jan 28, 2017 - 08:13pm PT
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Thanks F10. I think of Fonda often and when I do thoughts also flow to Woody, Blitzo, Cosgrove, Bachar and others that are so missed here. Keeping memories alive in 2017.
Edit: We've had some pretty great "something or anothers!"
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Sport climber
moving thru
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Dec 10, 2018 - 05:19pm PT
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Missing "The Dude" Robert Fonda so much tonight. It's impossible to replace a great friend. So what do you do? Well I make enchiladas and talk to the walls. Would give anything to be around the campfire sharing a beer and asking his advice. My heart is out to you, Hilde. Hope you are well and all is good considering......Peace and Hugs.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
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Dec 10, 2018 - 05:43pm PT
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Lynnie, just saw Hilde this last Friday....saw Fonda’s truck and investigated....Hilde still driving it! Miss that guy a ton too, the times on the Ranch were priceless!
Peace
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Dec 10, 2018 - 05:59pm PT
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sending blessings of peace & light
this post is to ask anyone who feels right about it
who knew him well enough to
will someone please bump
the Pat Nay thread?
It was such a shock,
Just after Thanksgiving
it still doesn't sit right
but I don't feel it would be right for me
or that it would be welcomed for me to do so
We only met once or twice
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ron gomez
Trad climber
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Dec 10, 2018 - 06:14pm PT
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Lynnie did so.
Peace
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Aeriq
Social climber
Location: It's a MisterE
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Dec 10, 2018 - 06:57pm PT
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Robert welcomed Skip and I to stay in "The Rat Shack" when we first met. We spent our first night together there.
Always nice to see this bumped - my picture of Robert was the poster shot for the event:
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - May 26, 2019 - 03:08pm PT
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Debbie and I stopped by Nomad’s and got talk to Hilde for a bit. It was great to see her. Heading to the mountains tomorrow, and wanted to bump this for one last time before the lights go out. See you on the other side Robert, my brother from another mother.
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ron gomez
Trad climber
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May 26, 2019 - 03:39pm PT
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Stahl...what mountains? I’m heading up the eastside Monday.
Peace
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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Topic Author's Reply - May 26, 2019 - 03:45pm PT
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Ron, west side. Mineral King area. Checking out a possible care taking gig at an old lodge.
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