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Bob Bogle Obituary
Don Wilson, the band's other co-founder, told The News Tribune of Tacoma, that Bogle became ill over the weekend and died Sunday.
The band sold millions of albums and heavily influenced other rock guitarists. It was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. The hall's Web site hailed The Ventures as "the most successful instrumental combo in rock and roll history."
"Walk, Don't Run" reached No. 2 on the Billboard chart in 1960, and a revised version, "Walk, Don't Run '64," reached No. 8 in 1964. Among the band's other hits were "Perfidia" and the theme from "Hawaii Five-O."
The band got its start in 1958 in Tacoma. Bogle played lead and bass and Wilson played rhythm guitar. They were soon joined by Nokie Edwards, another guitarist, and drummer Howie Johnson, later replaced by Mel Taylor.
"Our aspirations were to pick up nothing heavier than a guitar," Wilson said last year. "But it just mushroomed into something where we became internationally known."
174 Entries
Larry Hayden
July 28, 2021
Nice man and terrific guitarist.
norman gelinas
June 25, 2020
bob,don,et tout ce groupe sont vraiement le style de musiciens qui m,ont fait appreciéeet aider a être une meilleur personne..MERCI..repose en paix.
LARRY BURTON
July 25, 2016
I played with Bob in 1968 at a club in Portland
How you can show support
Roger Longo
December 31, 2012
Bob and Don sought to change their vocation and created what became the number one instrumental group in the history of Rock and Roll. I am a musician and I have a complete collection of The Ventures albums. My favorite is still their first album (Walk Don't Run). Bob's unique sound is still with me as is his version of "Caravan." His passing is a loss and I extend my condolences to his family. Rest in peace Bob, your influence on music will continue.
Roger Longo
September 30, 2010
Like so many, I learned to play guitar from listening to and playing along with The Ventures' albums. I still listen to these albums, although I have replaced them with cds. Personally I prefer the earlier work of The Ventures largely because of Bob's unique style with the wammy bar. I'm in my 60s and when I want to relax I put on the Ventures and play along with the records. Bob thank you for the music. You and Don really made a difference in this world.
Bob Hunt's Daughter
August 1, 2010
This message is a little offkey but still musically inspired & loved in only a way someone who loves guitar & the impacts some of our friends, teachers, prodigies have made on our lives-- even some 50 YEARS later-- can appreciate..
I would like to say that my daddy knows Paul Kirby. And remembers the cool story P.K. relayed (with photos) about the Venturers, you see, cause my daddy was around, too ;)
My daddy (Bob Hunt) told me an awesome story TODAY about how he knew a guy named Paul Kirby and how great a guitar player he was (Called em a Prodigy) and the drummer they played with, and about how the Venturers came to see Paul bedside around the time of the surgery he had.
It inclined me to do a Google search, and wouldn't ya know it, this was the very first result that popped up with "Paul Kirby Nevada Venturers" ?? ;)
If PAUL KIRBY ever gets a chance to see this message, my daddy misses playing guitar with you and he still plays today. I heard a wonderful story about you today, some of your friends and the drives my daddy would make to visit you acrosss the desert.
If you ever see this message, please email me for him! [email protected] =)
Brian B
May 3, 2010
Most people wrote that The Ventures inspired them to learn guitar. For me, it was my learning guitar that introduced me to The Ventures. My guitar teacher taught me how to play Walk Don't Run, Pipeline and Hawaii Five O. I used to bug my Mom for juke box money to play Hawaii Five-O every time we went out to eat. Finally, she bought me every Ventures album we could find at the local department store. I still play Walk Don't Run every once in a while. RIP Bob Bogle
Kevin Buey
March 16, 2010
Met Bob in 1965, when The Ventures played my college in California. I mentioned I had seen the group in Tokyo a few years earlier and he told me they were going back that Summer, as they did forever -- and likely still do. I was also going, to visit my dad, and Bob told me to come to see them. I stood on stage left and watched a great concert. Thanks for so many great musical memories.
Kevin Buey
The Ventures and me in Phoenix , Arizona before surgery
Paul Kirby
March 12, 2010
Thanks Bob for the memories! To a great guitarist that all of Us will miss. Your guitar inspired me in 1959. I started playing because of you and The Ventures. I would like to share one photo with those here at the guestbook. When I was dying Bob and the Ventures came to my hospital room the night before brain surgery in Phoenix, Arizona. You will see him in this vintage picture with Nokie, Mel, and Don.
Kent Wood
February 12, 2010
I just found out now. Thanks, Bob, for the never-ending pile of sweet guitar licks you've given me (and all guitar players) to mine for the rest of our lives. You made it all sound so darn easy! Rest in peace.
Brian Hollon
February 6, 2010
I am a day one fan and am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing RIP and rock on for eternity. It was great to see you on Mike Huckabee's show.
John Shepherd
February 1, 2010
Watching the Grammy presentation this evening, I was struck by the announcement that Bob had passed away this past year. I am simply taken back by this and would just like to say that he was a kind and just person. He gave much to all of us in his music and for those who knew him he was a wonderful human being as well.
Good bye Bob and thank you for all that you gave to us. Your music is a lasting testimony and gift for generations to come. We will miss you and your kindness in this World.
Our thoughts and prayers go out the the Bogle family.
January 17, 2010
I bought my first electric guitar when I was 48 years old, because I heard an old familiar Ventures song in a movie, and decided that I had to learn to play that song as one of the things on my "Bucket List". Tonight, I am sitting in my computer room with my 19 year old son, who is playing a strange online role playing game that I don't really understand. This game (Anarchy Online) has an "In Game " radio station, and they have been playing a tribute to the Ventures for the last little while. Two generations inspired by Bob. As a fellow Bob, I salute you Bob Bogle. Walk, Don't Run into whatever lies next.
Ronna'l Hutton
January 8, 2010
RIP Uncle Bob!
Keith Gleeson
October 27, 2009
I still and will always savour the memories when both my wife and I met Bob and The Ventures in Japan in 1972. I'm 62 years old now, I grieve in silence for both Bob and Mel but take comfort in listening to my collection of their recordings.God Bless the Ventures and God Bless America.
Robert Velasquez
October 13, 2009
Bob thank you for all your inspiration all these years. When anyone asks how I learned to play, I tell them by learning your songs. They taught me chords, leads, arrangements, and how to keep myself open to new sounds. Bob, you were fun to watch because it looked like you were having so much fun. So on behalf of guitarists everywhere, we salute you. Not only do I still listen to your records, I still perform your tunes....and people, they may now know what and where they came from, but they love them as do I. Bless you Robert Velasquez, Sacramento, Calif.
September 24, 2009
1 Corinthians 15:20-22
However, now christ has been raiseed up from the dead, the firstfrutits of those who have fallen asleep in death. for since death is through a man, resurection of the dead is also through a man. For just as in Adam all are dying, so also in the Christ all are being made alive.
Jim Lopinto
August 14, 2009
I was very saddened to learn about Bob's passing . I found out about it on You Tube . To me , Bob was the greatest electric bass player , who ever lived ! It was no accident , that
he & the Ventures got together with the Mosrite guitar designer . The greatest talents , required the greatest instruments . The Ventures , have been an almost daily household word in our family , since the 60's . Thanks largely to Bob & the group's talents , today my sons play bass , keyboard , drums , & I play lead etc . I want to make cd's , & Bob's great sound & talent , are a big part of it . Thanks to Bob , The Ventures & their family members , for sharing them , with the rest of the world . After I see Jesus & a few relatives , Bob will definately be one of the first I want to meet in Heaven . God Bless Bob , & all for a matchless legacy & tremendous influence on my family & the entire World , he will be missed my many , I'm sure . He
( somehow ) seemingly did " the impossible " by providing the entire world , with some of the greatest music ever recorded !
Sincerly Jim R . Lopinto & family
ed nuval
August 11, 2009
condolences to the Bogle family. i'm 65 and i don't play any instrument but everytime i pick up and listen to a VENTURES piece, i thank God for bringing the band into our lives, and on his passing, a special feeling of gratitude for Bob's talent. God rest your soul, Bob.
Allen Haymond
August 11, 2009
Dear Bogle Family, I am so very sorry to hear about Bob's passing. I just found out by visiting the Ventures' website and it hit me hard. I am 63 years old and have been a big Ventures fan since my mid-twenties. I'm glad I got to meet him personally when the guys came to Cleveland in '98. I always wanted to play guitar but I guess never had the patience for it. Bob absolutely amazed me with his savvy on lead and bass guitar. I'll never forget him. I'm sure he's up there in heaven wowing all the angels with that whammy bar. Al Haymond
Al Kunschner
July 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Bob has inspired me to start playing guitar when the Ventures first started, and to this day I still play at age 62. My favourite song is still "Walk Don't Run"
Cecil White
July 6, 2009
To the guys that changed the lives of many a young man like me.I am 61 and still play the guitar. I play ever tuesday night at a Sonic Drive in , in Lubbock Texas.We do Walk Don't Run and others for the people tha come to hear us.Thank you for your life you gave to music.
Cecil White
www.cecilwhiteguitarpicker.com
Gary Bogle
July 4, 2009
Thank you all for the kind words you wrote. I can't describe how much they mean to me (one of his son's). To those who believe, we will be with him again.
July 3, 2009
I am 58 years old and am still playing guitar with the guys I went to high school with because of Bob and the Ventures. Rest in Peace friend and mentor. Gary Zwilling,St.Louis,Mo.
Carlos Rodriguez
July 2, 2009
To the Memory of one founder:
And to the family, from a guitarist (non professional)that grew with the fantastic music of The Ventures, and played this kind of music forever. Receive my condolences from Guatemala, a Central America country that where many young people of sixties years , danced with this valuable music. Rest in Peace dear Bob.
Bill Duggins
June 30, 2009
Always enjoyed listening to your music while growing up in Yakima, WA. in the 60,s. Thanks so much, God be with you. Bill, Olympia, WA.
Linda Jensen
June 30, 2009
I loved their music it was real popular when I was younger,My condolences to his family and friends rest in peace Bob Bogle
Robbie Russie
June 29, 2009
I love insrumentals and the Ventures were and will always be my favorite group. In the mid 60's my mother made mosrite guitars in Bakersfeild with some of her friends. I have their album THE BEST OF THE VENTURES with all of the various guitars on the cover. Thanks for the wonderful music.
Case Enoch
June 29, 2009
The guitar playing by the Ventures was so clean and precise that sometimes I used to just listen for that "characteristic" in their records. The way I judge music is determining whether or not I would put money in a jukebox to hear it, and I would pay to hear that great guitar playing.
KAY F
June 29, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Dellger
June 29, 2009
The Ventures were the first band that truly inspired me. My friend was a member of their fan club, and his brother and I would listen to the vinyl in amazement. They inspired me to get into music. Today I am still drumming in bands (Thanks, Mel Taylor). Bob Bogle on the Mosrite was the BEST! Rest in Peace, Bob and Mel.
June 29, 2009
I grew up with the Ventures. As a guitar player they were my role models.
June 28, 2009
Sorry for your loss. May your memories of Mr. Bogle sustain you and may it help you to keep his music alive.
Listen to his music when you miss him the most and it may serve to keep him forever close.
His group had a wonderful, easy to listen to type of music, safe but
energetic, very alive. I used to call
it get-up-and-go music. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Old school rocker in SC
Wayne Rumlsy Ii
June 28, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
June 28, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
June 28, 2009
The Ventures at Glens Falls High in 1966.
June 28, 2009
Surfing to Baja Cruise
June 28, 2009
Dan Williams III
June 28, 2009
Bob Bogle and the rest of the Ventures inspired me get an electric guitar back in 1965...it was the best thing that ever happened to me...forty-five years later I still enjoy playing the Ventures music on my Mosrite. I also have a Mosrite bass that I will never let go of. At the Venures' 1966 concert at Glens Falls High School I had the honor of carrying Bob's amplifier to their tour station wagon after the show. Bob was a very humble musical genius and an inspiration to more people than he could ever have imagined...bless his heart and soul.
Dan Williams
Steve Wilson
June 26, 2009
Practiced for hours on "walk don't run", Pipeline, Sleepwalk" and others in my quest to play like the Ventures. Thank you for years of wonderful memories.
Steve Wilson from the Jokers, Wichita Ks. 1965-68
Steve Ray
June 26, 2009
Thank you, sir, for your fine talent and musical gifts you gave us.
Millie B
June 23, 2009
My thoughts and Prayers to the Bogle family, The Ventures and their family. I met Bob when I was in my twenties, and will never forget the wonderful person he was.
Bill Collins
June 22, 2009
The Ventures were a major influence on my learning to play the guitar. After all, they were the top instrumental group in the 60's,and contined to influence players for more than 40 years. I hope the Ventures will continue to play. All I can say is thank you for the music, and I extend my deepest sympathy to the Bogle family. Bob was an A+ guitarist
Harry Simpson
June 22, 2009
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Michael Somogy
June 22, 2009
The Ventures were the greatest influence for me back in the 60's when I first began to play the drums and I would fall asleep listening to their music dreaming of becoming a professional musician some day.
Thank you Ventures and Bob for helping me to fulfill my dream. God bless you Bob and your family, you will live forever
Michael Somogy Burlington, NJ
Michael Somogy
June 22, 2009
The Ventures were the greatest influence for me back in the 60's when I first began to play the drums and I would fall asleep listening to their music dreaming of becoming a professional musician some day.
Thank you Ventures and Bob for helping me to fulfill my dream.
Michael Somogy Burlington, NJ
debbie moore
June 22, 2009
i remember all the songs by the ventures and i have a few of their albums and still listen to them. a great man in music has passed and i know that i will treasure him for all the good times i have had listening to his music.
debbie moore
Paul A.
June 22, 2009
Bob, Don, & Nokie were our inspirations from the begging of album #1.
My 2 friends and I played together for 20 years, and played almost exclusively Ventures songs. They were definately our heros. I feel like I've lost a member of my family. May God bless you, Bob.
Andrew Szurley
June 22, 2009
May God Bless you Bob Boggle. a Fan
Pete
June 22, 2009
Bob was my idol growing up in the 50's ... God bless him and keep him!
John Abell
June 22, 2009
I have enjoyed playing guitar from age 15 to 65. The Ventures are still my biggest influence.
Bob's passing is a personal loss to me. But, what a great life he had!
gary thibodeaux
June 22, 2009
although I was only 7 years old in 1964 I have fond memories of the ventures, may GOD Bless his soul and his family,, my condolences to his family
Tuxedo Bob
June 21, 2009
Going to miss you.
Bill Gaudry
June 21, 2009
Bob Bogle was an artist. Likely a lot of other fine things, as well, but --- by God, the man WAS an artist!
My condolences to his family.
Bill Gaudry ( just a fan ... )
Tom and Donna Emmons
June 21, 2009
We were heart sick when we read about Bobs passing.Bob went out of his way to let fans know how much he appreciated them. He will be sadly missed. Condolences to Yumi and all his family.
Traverso Family
June 21, 2009
Our sympathies go out to the family of Bob Bogle. May the hope of seeing your loved one again help you through this difficult loss. (John 5:28,29)
donna emmons
June 21, 2009
Bob was one of the nicest people I have had the privelege to have known. I still can't believe that in the early 80's, Bob came to our home when The Ventures were doing a concert in Columbus,Oh. My husband that has been a fan for almost 50 yrs. drove down to his motel, picked him up. I fixed him a home cooked meal. Then we drove him back to Little Brothers for the concert. What a wonderful time. I just wanted to share this just to show what a wonderful person Bob was. God Bless all his family, friends and fans.
June 21, 2009
THE VENTURES WERE THE BEST: WE WILL MISS YOU BOB SHEILA FOR OHIO
Colin Phillips
June 21, 2009
they were the greatest, you stlll hear their music everyday
thanks bob your music will be around forever
Colin Phillips McDonough Ga
Lucky Fernando
June 21, 2009
Bob's death is sad ,sad news for me & rest of the fans of The Ventures
in around the world.I am sure. Lucky(Katunayaka,S/L)
arla willson
June 20, 2009
thank you for the great music . the ventures were one of the great and my favorite
Bernie Chavis
June 20, 2009
Ventures music will live forever
Thanks Bob for 48 years of great music
Jerry Petsche
June 20, 2009
Love the great sound they produced. H5-0 is a classic. Thanks for the music, Bob. You will be missed.
Mike Dastalto
June 20, 2009
They were the first show I went to, back in '66. Played in a high school gym and have great memories of that and that ticket stub is still with me after 43 years. What a Legacy you left us,Bob. Well Done....Well Done.
Bob Lake
June 20, 2009
Walk Don't Run was one of the first songs I learned on the guitar. You are missed already Bob. My deepest sympathy to all the family and closest friends.
The Ventures Forever!
June 20, 2009
Many great musicians are leaving us recently. Peace to the family & firends. My husband was a muscian too and passed away 2 yrs ago. To us, there's nothing like live music in the home. When the person leaves us...the music goes with them.
Junie
June 20, 2009
Bob, your spirit and song will live on in our hearts forever. With loving thoughts and prayers for your friends and family during thier time of sorrow. You will be missed by many.
Ms. Holder
June 20, 2009
Please accept my sincerest condolences. May the God of all comfort be with the Bob Bogle Family and Friends during this difficult time.
Alex Meyer
June 20, 2009
The timeless magic of the Ventures will live for generations of music lovers and inspired musicians. RIP Bob Bogle
June 19, 2009
I wanted to let you know that I will always remember you and the Ventures in the 60's. I wore out lots of Albums and still have them. One of the best memories is when I got them chosen for my high school play at Istrouma High in 1970. It was just the right touch. Thanks Bob, Don, Mel, and Nokie. Peace be with you all.
God Bless you BOB for being more than a incredible musician but being one of the best men I've ever known & for being such a incredible friend to me
Russ Deck
June 19, 2009
Bob, was one of the best friends I've ever had. I was fortunate to work with the Ventures for a number of years and be produced by Don and Bob. I also worked as Tour Director for the group and I remember one grueling 4 month tour period we traveled 50,000 miles in less than 4 months. 44,000 by Motor Home with a 16 ft trailer behind us and 6000 by air to Alaska. Bob while having a extremely dry wit, was maybe the funniest men I've ever known. We would be driving thru .. oh where ever.. Ohio, Kansas, Alabama, at 3 o'clock in the morning, he or I in the driver seat and he would start telling jokes. I remember it was hard to stay on the road his jokes were so funny. He had a knack for a rubicks cube. I would take the cube and just wreck it.. and in less than a minute he would have it straightened out. He was a incredible musician on bass, on lead guitar, with a ear for what was right in the song. He was the foundation for all the Ventures music. He knew who and what the group was. He was co everything with Don Wilson who was also and is still one the most special people in the world to him and to me. Don was the heart, Bob was the Body. I last saw Bob a year and a half ago in Vancouver.. and he still.. was caring, and had a joke to tell. I will miss my friend. I will miss his humor, his quiet caring, his wisdom in his humility, Bob Bogle was and will always be through infinity one hell of a guy. Don't get much better than this. I loved Bob as a brother and a friend and will never forget his humor, his smile, his effort, his talent, his knowledge, his giving spirit, his friendship, his ability to show others what a quality human being can do in music and to help others. GOD Bless you BOB Bogle! Your friend Russ Deck
Chris Michael
June 19, 2009
Bob, You blessed us with some great tunes. Your unique sounds and style still appeal to all generations of surfers today. God bless you and yours. Thank you!
June 19, 2009
Walk-Don't Run...Burst apon the music scene in 1960-the year we were married. Will alwayes remember the first six albums...played so many times the other side was coming thru...as I attempted to master those accented drum rolls of Howie Johnson and Mel Taylor ! This great music always at our BBQs.-RIP-Bob...Jim Hawkins Wpg Canada
Jim Hawkins
June 19, 2009
Walk-Don't Run...Burst apon the music scene in 1960-the year we were married. Will alwayes remember the first six albums...played so many times the other side was coming thru...as I attempted to master those accented drum rolls of Howie Johnson and Mel Taylor ! This great music always at our BBQs.-RIP-Bob...Jim Hawkins Wpg Canada
Edward Lainsbury
June 19, 2009
What can I say? It was the late 60's, I was in high school and owned a few 8 track tapes of the Ventures. I wore them out. What an awesome legacy of work Mr. Bogle left us. My condolences to his family and fans.
Will Losaw
June 19, 2009
Bob;
Thank you for your inspiration. The first song I learned to play was "Walk, Don't Run". After that, I learned many more Ventures instrumentals. Heaven is a better place now, and there is a hole down here left by your absence...but your spirit lives on through us...your fans. REST IN PEACE BOB BOGLE
James
June 18, 2009
I think the greatest tribute a musician or group can have is if, when one of their songs comes on the radio you automatically know who it is within the first bar or two.
The Ventures definitely fall into that category.
They may have been one of the trademark sounds of the '50s and '60s, but as a 44 year old guitarist I appreciate them as much as any other band.
Cliff Sparks
June 18, 2009
Yeah, pretty good run for a former bricklayer! Thanks for all the classic & memorable sounds that became the personal music anthems -- & lessons -- for millions of us loyal fans of THE VENTURES worldwide for half a century. May the peace of Jesus Christ be with the Bogle family and friends.
Mick Thomas
June 18, 2009
I wish to add my condolences to Bob's family and friends, and to the Ventures as well. I honed my drumming skills with hours and hours of locking myself in my room with my drumset and crankin' up the volume to Venture albums! When my older brother brought home the 1st album in the early 60's, I just knew I had to play that kind of music. The Ventures were among the top musical influences in my life, and I just wanted to say "Thanks" for all the great music, it changed my life...
June 18, 2009
my name is larry from calgary alberta canada./ the ventures were and still are my favourite band. / the world is a lesser place without bob bogle. my condolences to his family.
Larry Haley
June 18, 2009
We all grew up with The Ventures -they are all truly national treasures. I met Bob once backstage after a Southern California gig and found him to not only be a rock n' roll legend but a genuinely nice guy. So are the rest of The Ventures-Don, Nokie, Bob Spalding and Leon. They are carrying on the legend. The Ventures truly will live forever. My warmest condolences to Bob's family and to the guys. They not only lost a partner, they lost a very good friend. Then, so did we all.
Lisa Fiorenza
June 18, 2009
The Ventures music is truly an inspiration to all musicians. I have been performing on keyboards in a Surf band, and we love the music, its so timeless!-Lisa Fiorenza, Surf67 member
Paul van der Veen
June 18, 2009
I'm shocked and saddened by the news. Bob never knew me, a great fan of the Ventures (ever since "Driving Guitars" knocked me out in 1962) but I feel like I've always known him and so now to me it feels like having lost a dear friend...
My condolences to his family and friends.
Rich Fralix Jr
June 18, 2009
I became a fan because of my father. The first song I learned on guitar was the beginning of Honky Tonk, I believe was the name. Thanks for the inspiration Bob and I plan on teaching my children the music that has inspired my father and myself.
Stephanie Sheridan
June 18, 2009
Thanks for the theme songs of the greatest years of my life. Your unique sound will live on forever.
STEPHEN JEYNES
June 18, 2009
I GREW UP WITH THE VENTURES AND THE WAILERS.THE GREAT OLD DAYS IN TACOMA!!! BOB'S DEATH IS ANOTHER LOSE OF A REAL BAND MEMBER/LEADER. MUSIC THAT WILL LIFE ON............
Roger English
June 18, 2009
Enjoyed playing your songs in our band. You guys were great, will miss you. Hope some day will have the chance to play with you and the guys till then RIP.
Barry Austin
June 18, 2009
Greatest guitarist of the greatest Instrumental group of the greatest generation for music of all time. RIP Bob Bogle!
Billy Bart
June 18, 2009
Bob, you are gone now but anybody who has ever picked up a guitar during the 60's will owe something of their playing style to you and the Ventures. Back then, one was not considered a "hot" guitarist unless they knew at least a half dozen Ventures songs. You set the bar for all to follow in your footsteps. I still have my 1965 Mosrite of California VENTURES Model guitar,and it is my most prized posession. Thanks for the great music and my condolences to the families.
Charlie G
June 18, 2009
I am a fan since 1960. Saw the guys perform in Hawaii in 69. Sorry for the loss. Glad they made it to RRHOF last Year. May God Bless.
Davie Allan,Bob Bogle,Duane Eddy,Don Wilson,Jim Pewter
June 18, 2009
Darla Bogle-Carey
June 18, 2009
You will always be loved by your Oklahoma family. We will miss you.
carline gilbert
June 18, 2009
You will always be loved and miissed by all of us who enjoyed your music. You will now be part of the greatest band ever--The Heavenly Band.
James Blackburn
June 18, 2009
I too have been a fan since the early '60s. I have the Greatest Hits CD next to my computer. I still listen at least once a week. God Bless you Bob For the pleasure you gave the world. Jim
June 18, 2009
have been a fan since the early '60's. Thanks for the inspiration.I'm still listening to this day. God Bless.
Phil
Mike Murphy
June 18, 2009
The Ventures played a very important role in the development of today's music. My first musical love was the Ventures. I learned Walk Don't Run on guitar practically when I was cutting my teeth. Thank you Bob
Jeff Altmann
June 18, 2009
God bless Mr. Bogle, his life and his contribution to the world of music.
I have a special love for Rock instrumentals, and Hawaii Five-O is among my favorites, though anything from The Ventures is good.
Henryk Zaleski
June 18, 2009
Thank you for the music, rest in peace.
wallace johnson
June 18, 2009
may bob start a new music group in heaven as it was heaven that gave us bob
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