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Chris Davis
January 27, 2024
Buddy was my hero from my `teens (and still is) - his almost super graciousness combined with a robust bawdy humor meant a smile on everyone´s face. I am greatly enriched by his friendship.
Christopher "Toby" Davis (a friend of Buddy since maybe 1965)
October 2, 2009
Very sorry to hear of your loss. I have been trying to track down info on my family, and had recently discovered that my Great Uncle "Louis Koko" had been a Vaudeville Acrobat under the name "Robert DeMont", It was both a great surprise and a sad one to see him in those photo's you posted. I have been able to discover very little about my family, and every little bit helps. I am sorry that I did not know or have the opportunity to talk with Buddy and learn more about the Robert DeMont Trio,
Paul Koko
October 2, 2009
Very sorry to hear of your loss. I have been trying to track down info on my family, and had recently discovered that my Great Uncle "Louis Koko" had been a Vaudeville Acrobat under the name "Robert DeMont", It was both a great surprise and a sad one to see him in those photo's you posted. I have been able to discover very little about my family, and every little bit helps. I am sorry that I did not know or have the opportunity to talk with Buddy and learn more about the Robert DeMont Trio,
Steve Herrick
April 21, 2009
Sorry to hear about Buddy. Hope you're doing well Kathy and Barbara.
Rehearsing at McVan's in the 50s
January 2, 2009
1968 Balancing a heavy chair at Saturn Club
December 20, 2008
1957 rehearsing at Buffalo Turners
December 20, 2008
1957 Buffalo Turners
December 20, 2008
November 29, 2008
1937 in Phoenix with table and batons
November 9, 2008
1937 in Phoenix with Lorena
November 9, 2008
1936 Fostoria, OH - Buddy from DeMont back to Jack to a “high hand-to-hand”
November 2, 2008
1936 Fostoria, OH - Buddy tossed from Jack to DeMont
November 2, 2008
1936 Fostoria, OH - Jack Brogan w. Buddy on top
November 2, 2008
1934 Robert DeMont Trio - L-DeMont, R-Jack Brogan, Buddy above
November 2, 2008
1931 Zoar Valley, Buddy at 15
November 2, 2008
School photo of Buddy about 1923
October 31, 2008
1920s, Buddy and his parents
October 31, 2008
Buddy with [girl]friends - Joyce Green, Marion Nieman, Patti Leeds (2005)
October 30, 2008
Clown
October 30, 2008
Family
October 29, 2008
My first Contact with Buddy - 2002-Aug - Amresh
October 26, 2008
Christmas 2007
October 14, 2008
Buddy and Barbara
September 29, 2008
Chuck Harrington & Phil Deterville
September 29, 2008
Buddy was a consummate showman. As he performed, you never felt that he was showing off – he was just trying to make the audience smile, and have a great time. Even when not on stage. Buddy had a way of lighting up the room with his presence, and his antics. Buddy recognized talents in other people, and always encouraged them to use these talents. We believe that his annual Birthday parties were not about celebrating his own life, but an excuse to celebrate and showcase his entertainer friends. Buddy loved all his friends, and seemed happiest when surrounded by them. We will always love and remember you, Buddy, for all the joy you brought to our lives during the too short 20 years that we knew you.
Kathy Anderson
September 28, 2008
Many of the things people have shared here are so very true for myself as it was for them. He was my strength, my guiding light, my happiness meter, in a way. You couldn't be unhappy around my dearest Dad, he wouldn't allow it. My family and I miss and love him dearly, and this can only grow with time.
Marilyn Semanski
September 28, 2008
The song "My Buddy, My Buddy" could have been written for Buddy. I will miss the birthday parties that I have attended the last 30 yrs. Each one an event and a tribute to the collection of friends and families he brought together for that special occasion. Thanks to Barb and her wonderful family that we will always have those memories. Go in peace Buddy and know you were loved by so many. From my heart.
Love, as always
Marilyn Mann
Edward K. Hyde
September 25, 2008
Buddy had a great physique and a nasty drop shot in the corner. He taught me how to bang my head tumbling at the Saturn and the importance of physical conditioning. I hope many remember his contributions. bump
Suzanne (La Belle) Noel
September 25, 2008
When you think of the word "Showmanship" you think of Buddy. The world is a stage. I have the fondest of memories as a child when Buddy and my Dad turned our living room into a showroom.
Lisa & John Paschen
September 25, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Barbara and Kathy, and to all in Buddy's family as well as his extended family of friends. He was an important person to many people in all walks of life and each of us has a special memory of Buddy. September will never be the same without his birthday party and all of the revelry! We will miss him.
Jack Oshei
September 25, 2008
Whenever I was down, you picked me up. Whenever I needed help, you gave me all. Your strong heart carried all who knew you. Wherever you went people followed and joined you for happiness and direction. We take faith knowing we will be together, again.
Jack
Jack Oshei
September 25, 2008
We miss you and love you. Thank you for giving so much and receiving so gracefully.Your place in our hearts grows with each thought of you and the times we spent together. Thanks, Pal.
Charlie Wood
September 25, 2008
When I was ? years old in the late '50s , I started training with Buddy at the Saturn . He not only taught me skills I still use today , but provided a role model for how to be an honorable man that I have passed on to my son and grandson . His commitment to physical fitness and fundamentals in self defense and tumbling were lessons ahead of his times and he was a wonderful friend to all that were lucky enough to know him . We need more Buddys .
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