RC Hobson

Oh wow! There you are, Bob Hobson! Every now and then someone special comes into your life, never to depart. Bob is one of those rare and unforgettable souls; and ours is one of those rare and unforgettable relationships too unique to describe. So now I´m thinking he must have been the Angel in my ear who prompted me to google him a moment ago because, sure enough, as always, he´s way out there, still doing his thing! Thank God for the kind of love that´s stretchy; it´s the connective tissue...

So sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Bob. I worked with him at the Book Market in the early 80s and greatly enjoyed his friendship. We lost touch when I moved back to NC in 1984. A kind, charming man who is missed.

Mr. Bob was my favorite boss. I worked for him doing sound and lights at the Raccoon Club in the 80's. He was so warm and funny. Everyone loved him! God bless you dear Mr. Bob.

I had the good fortune to meet Bob when I was a young woman who´d just been hired as a hostess in the newly opened Cafe 21 at Hotel 21, he was one of the F & B managers at that time, Eventually he was also my neighbor at Newberry Plaza, and when I went away to study abroad a cherished pen pal. A truly wonderful man, charming & kind, witty & warm, I´m only sorry we didn´t reconnect in later years!

Mr. Bob was a good friend to this Iowa girl when she moved to the big city way back when. We worked at the Bookmarket together and hired me as a hostess at the Raccoon Club. Good times. Lynn, so sorry for your loss! - Kathy

When a memorial is planned, we'd like to be a part of it. Please let us know.

Bob was a great supporter of my husband Ken's art and owned a couple of paintings of his. As for me, he was the person that encouraged me to keep my interest in jazz singing alive. I eventually recorded 2 jazz CD's. We were frequent visitors to the Racoon Club in Chicago.