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Tony
August 12, 2023
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Hornbein family, many, many friends, and colleagues for your beloved father Mr. Tom Hornbein. Mr. Tom Hornbein was one of the team of mountaineers who made the first ascent up Mount Everest’s treacherous West Ridge in 1963. He loved to climb and as a doctor to develop an interest in human performance at high altitudes. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Tom Hornbein. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Tom Hornbein. He had tremendous accomplishment in the world of climbing.
Scott Wood
June 15, 2023
After meeting Willi Usoeld in 1970 I have studied the 1963 Mt. Everest climb when Tom and Willi climbed the West Ridge. I met Tom at a conference where he was the keynote speaker. He was very gracious and willing to speak to me.
June 13, 2023
I’m sorry for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.
Jesse
May 18, 2023
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Elizabeth Bell
May 17, 2023
R.I.P. Tom
May 17, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
RR
May 17, 2023
A dedicated climber, his Everest ascent was an amazing accomplishment. Heartfelt condolences to the Hornbein family, truly sorry for your loss, may God help you all in your time of loss.
Chris
May 16, 2023
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Tom Hornbein. May God give you comfort as you mourn his loss.
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