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Bobby Boatright Obituary
Graveside service: 10 a.m. Tuesday in Mansfield Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Blessing Funeral Home.
Bobby was born in Denison on Sept. 30, 1939. He began playing his fiddle professionally at the age of 11. In 1954, at the age of 14, his family moved to Wichita Falls where he began playing in a band led by radio personality Bill Mack. They played two television shows a week and traveled the Texas and Oklahoma area playing dances and stage shows five and six nights a week.
Bob was a member of the Original Texas Playboys, under the direction of Leon McAuliffe, from 1977 to 1986, when the group retired after giving their famous For The Last Time concert in Fort Worth. During the time he was a member of the Original Texas Playboys, they recorded a segment for the archive of the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. They also appeared on "Austin City Limits" and played on the soundtrack of the Academy Award winning movie, "Places In The Heart." He also appeared on the television show "Texas Connection" with Playboys II, a group of former Texas Playboys led by Herb Remington and Johnny Gimble.
Bob was presently working with the Texas Playboys, under the leadership of Leon Rausch and Tommy Allsup. He played on several cruise ships as well as having worked with Don Edwards, representing the State Of Texas Tourism in Great Britain.
Bobby also taught math and physics in Bells and Cedar Hill. He retired from teaching at Weatherford Junior College.
Survivors: Wife, Linda Boatright of Mansfield; daughters, Sherri Barnett of Hurst and Laura Chandler of Fort Worth; grandchild, Taylor Barnett; brother, Johnny Boatright of Katy; sisters, Sue Beach of Sherman and Jan Boatright of Bells; countless friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bobby Boatright
Kim Howeth
October 24, 2009
I have many happy memories of Mr. Boatright. He was my Algebra I and II teacher in Cedar Hill. I still tell my children stories about his class. He inspired me to do my best and I will always be grateful to him for that. I am very sorry for the loss your family has suffered at his passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Larry Gentry
March 6, 2009
Sherri, I was thinking of you tonight and did an internet search. I'm sorry to hear about your dad. [email protected]
Lisa Trigg
January 10, 2009
My sympathies to Mr. Boatright's family. I'm sure he will be missed. I haven't seen him since High School Algebra in the 70s but I have never forgotten him. He's been one of the most memorable characters of my life.
Terry Bayless
January 9, 2009
I'll never forget the times I was able to play with him. It was an honor. He will be missed.
Trina Taylor
January 8, 2009
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Lucy Jackson
January 7, 2009
What a great musician, and what a great man he was. His music and his life influenced so many people. I will always have the utmost respect for Mr Bobby Boatright.. He made our lives happier, and made us better people, for having known him.
Bob Reed
January 6, 2009
Bobby was the professional's professional. He was the same man among common folks as he was among entertainment's stars. He always treated everyone with respect and common courtesy. He added the right touch to the annual Bob Wills Tribute in Mountain View, Arkansas. Bobby was a hero of mine yesterday, is today and will be all of my tomorrows.
Henry & Doris Baker
January 5, 2009
Losing a great friend such as Bobby leaves an emptyness one can't describe. He first worked a new years job with us about 25 years ago. Bobby was the greatist. Any time I needed him, he was there. We will keep you in our prayers and hope it helps to ease the pain. We will miss him, too. --Henry & Doris
C.B. Sutton
January 5, 2009
Bobby was a guy who allways knew me when he saw me.No matter who was or wasn't around.That's the kind of Friend you hate to let go of.
Jim and Diana Johnston
January 4, 2009
Oh, we'll miss him...to the family of Bobby Boatright, we danced many miles to his fiddle and the music of the band. We cared so much about him; he was a friend and we will never forget him.
LEANN THORNTON
January 4, 2009
jan, i am so sorry if i can do anything call me. you are in my thoughts and prayers.
LEANN THORNTON
Cathi Parson
January 4, 2009
After reading all of the tributes to Bobby I am even more respectful of what kind of man he was. A lot of us in the Western Swing community never knew what an inspiration and positive influence he was as a teacher. We only knew how much we enjoyed hearing him play and how giving he was with his time and talent. He was one of the first musicians I met in Texas and he not only made me feel immediately welcome but always expressed his gratitude and support for those attempting to support the music we loved in non-musical ways. He was a dear friend and I will be forever grateful that I knew him. My sincerest sympathies to Linda, and his entire family. He left us too soon but left so much of himself behind in the lives he touched. May he rest in peace and eternal music.
Steve Solomon
January 3, 2009
What a great person. I wish I could have spent more time with Bobby. He will be missed dearly.
Ann Permenter
January 3, 2009
W.S & I knew Bobby best as an Educator. There was not one more patient and loving than he. Not every teacher is loved by all students, but I never heard of one who did not love Bobby. Linda is also just as committed as he was. Linda we will always appreciate this committment you have. I know your loss, and my heart hurts for you and your family.
Love you,
Ann Permenter
Jeannine Spivey Jones
January 3, 2009
My family admired Mr. Boatright as a teacher and musician. We sincerely pray that God will comfort you during this time of sadness.
Terry Houston
January 3, 2009
You were a good man, Bobby, and we'll miss you for a long time.
Lucinda (Cindy) Stark Huffaker
January 2, 2009
Mr. Boatright was that one teacher that I’ll always remember who made the big difference in what I believed I could become. Through college and graduate school, I often thought back to the man who first wakened in me the life of the mind. He was a wonderful teacher, but he loved his music, and I knew it was really his primary vocation. So I was very glad when I later learned that he had become a famous fiddle player! I only regret not having the opportunity to hear him play with the Texas Playboys, and to thank him in person for the enormous influence he had in my life. And, Mr. Boatright, I forgive you for all those bad cat jokes you told me when you drove my bus route.
Nancy Willis
January 2, 2009
January 2, 2009
Bobby was not only a very talented musician, but a "gentle" man in the truest sense. I feel priviledged to have had the opportunity to travel with the Playboys and to get to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Nancy Stricklin Willis (Glen Rose, Texas)
Jammye & Kelsey Timmons
January 2, 2009
When I think of a kindhearted, true Gentleman, I think of Bobby Boatright. Not very many like him out in this world. Kelsey & I loved to spend time visiting & listening to him play the fiddle at the Fiddle Camps in Crowell. We will miss him dearly.
Paula Jolley (Horton, previously)
January 2, 2009
Johnny,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. The Fort Worth Star Telegram really had a wonderful writeup about him.
I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michael J. Dohoney
January 2, 2009
Bobby was a joy to play and travel with as a musician and an inspiration to know as a man. He always had a kind word and a smile for each of us who travelled with Leon Rausch and the Texas Panthers. My heartfelt sympathies go out to all the family. Bobby will live on in our memories.
Jeff & Barb Williams
January 1, 2009
Johnny - our sympathies to your family - this guest book shows the warm and deep legacy that Bobby leaves behind. May you find peace and comfort in your time of loss.
Robin Clark
January 1, 2009
Johnny & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I know how hard it is to lose a loved one, and around the Holidays is even worse. I never had a chance to meet or hear Bobby play, but I heard so many good things about him. I was a fan of Canyon and that is how I know Johnny, but have not seen him for many years. Take comfort in knowing that Bobby is in a wonderful place and there is beautiful music being played in Heaven right now.
Derrell Stephens
January 1, 2009
Bobby will be missed by all of us.
STEVE HAM
January 1, 2009
I WILL MISS BOBBY. HE WAS A GOOD FRIEND. HE LOVED HIS FAMILY. I AM PROUD TO HAVE KNOWN HIM.
BOBBY WYNNE
January 1, 2009
I am just sorry we didn't get to play one more time like we talked about.
You will be missed forever. You taught me alot and I will always cherish the moments we shared together. Rest in peace my friend.
I will see you on the other side.
Always your friend.
Bobby Wynne
Nancy (Permenter) Anderson
January 1, 2009
Mr. Boatright was the first math teacher to set high standards for us, then go out of his way to help us get there. Several of us could be found studying at his kitchen table most evenings! My success in college is due in large part to his influence in my life in those high school math and physics courses. For sure, I wouldn't be teaching statistics!!
Today, I frequently have my own students gathered around my dinning room table. Thanks, Mr. Boatright, for caring and for believing in us.
darin and Robyn Fisher
January 1, 2009
Thankyou for keeping Bob Wills Music alive! We have traveled to Turkey for the last six years to see you play. "Bob has a new fiddle player in Heaven"
December 31, 2008
Best math teacher I ever had. Made me really understand and like algebra!
Gordon Bryant
December 31, 2008
I am truly indebted to Mr. Boatright for demanding more from me than what I thought I could do. He was one of the first teachers I had who not only required that his students work extremely hard, but that they also develop some discipline and self reliance, qualities I initially did not have a whole lot of interest in as a teenager.
Equally important were those rare occasions where I was able to interact with him outside the classroom. I came to better understand what caused him to expect the most from his students--he cared deeply about people, and wanted what was best for them, both academically and as individuals. I pray God will comfort you and your family during this time, especially by knowing the difference he made in many, many lives.
PAMELA WITT-DFW HEAVY DUTY PARTS
December 31, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandi Williams
December 31, 2008
Johnny: I don't know if you remember me (Sandi Sykes in the old days--I was a very good friend of Claudia Beach in high school.) I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
hugo chambers
December 31, 2008
linda, enjoyed the visit with bob at the hospital.talking about old times with him was a joy and i will always remember that visit.
Tim & Jan Lewis
December 30, 2008
We loved to go to Turkey and listen to the PlayBoys. Bobby will be missed.
Reginald Rueffer
December 30, 2008
I couldn't have more respect for Mr. Boatright and what he did and for what he stood, and my regret is that we didn't play together more. I was gratified to see so many wonderful people at his graveside service.
Jimmie Grokett
December 30, 2008
What a "Great Talent" thanks for sharing with us!! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
David Belcher
December 30, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the family, Bobby will be missed, he was a great fiddle player.
Robert Pearson
December 30, 2008
Bobby and Arthur Boatright were both good friends of my late father William Pearson they will be surely missed. My condolences to the family.
Brenda Gates (Smith)
December 30, 2008
Johnny so sorry about your loss. Wish we could see you and your family.
Ken and Gayle Spradlin
December 30, 2008
Ken and Bob have been friends since childhood. We always followed Bob to Turkey, Tx., Pawhuska and other places he played and were always at his dad's birthday parties.He will be missed greatly. Our love to the family
Earl & Mildred Edwards
December 30, 2008
Bobby will be truly missed by everyone. Earl and Bobby always had a funny joke to share when they got together. Bobby was a great friend and we will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and we love you all.
Linda Duncan
December 30, 2008
Johnny, Jan, and Sue, So sorry to hear about Bobby. I know it's hard to lose someone you love. Cherish the memories , and know they will always be with you .
Earl & Mildred Edwards
December 30, 2008
Bobby will truly be missed by everyone. Earl and Bob always had a funny joke to share when they met. Out thoughts and prayers are with the family and we want you to know we love all of you.
Ronnie Roe
December 30, 2008
I was a student of Mr. B in the 70's and if it weren't for him I would not have done so well in math in college. God bless him and his family
Kim McManus (Kennedy)
December 30, 2008
Mr Boatright will never be forgotten by anyone from Cedar Hill High School.
My Prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Glen and Marty Taul
December 30, 2008
Our sympathies to Linda, Johnny, Sue and Jan. Bob was one of the "cotton-mill kids" in Denison, Texas where we all grew up. We went to Golden Rule School and I believe that he used that rule to guide his life. A lifelong friend and a fiddlin pro. Rosen up for the Lord at least once, I know He'll like it. So long my friend.
debye woodall
December 30, 2008
Bobby was a wonderful musician and our family is honored to have known him and enjoyed his fabulous fiddle music. He very graciously played for our daddy,s funeral and that will always remain a precious memory to us. We will miss him as a fine person and musician. Our love and prayers Mary Jane Kerby and Ron and Debye Woodall
Pam Andrews Morgan
December 30, 2008
I truly believe Mr Boatright was the only person in my
life that TRULY believed I had potential...unfortunately he
could never convince me of that. I did have the pleasure of
seeing him a couple of times since graduation of 1979. I
hope he believed me when I told him how much I love and
appreciate him. I had him as a teacher for 3 years at CHHS,
he was very special to me. One of my greatest memories was seeing him play with the Texas Playboys and he enjoyed us going. The next day at school he would say "Pam tell "whoever" what you did last night". He was always so humble.
Thank you for letting us know, and may God comfort all his
family (that includes us students) during this hard time.
Sincerly
Pam Andrews Morgan
Nita Geesling
December 30, 2008
My Love and prayers go out to You
Linda, Johnny, and all the girls. And the rest of the family.
God just added another great fiddle player and fine gentleman to his band. Theres nothing like good Western Swing Music.
I have some really good memories with the Boatrights. Mildred was my best friend.
Bobby will be missed.
I Love you all.
Johnny Case
December 30, 2008
As a musician, Bobby was a true
professional. Every gig and recording
session with him was a real pleasure.
I will miss his quiet demeanor and
great musical talent.
Tom Connor
December 30, 2008
I express my sincere condolences for your loss.
Mr. Boatright taught me algebra at Bells High School my freshman year 1962-1963. He demanded we put forth our best. His algebra class instilled in me the thirst to conquer foreign concepts. I remember after making the best grade and distorting the class curve, one student threatened me for making a passing grade on the tests and creating problems for the other students. I was proud of my achievement and did not crumble under peer pressure.
Looking back to my experience, Mr. Boatright prepared me for college where no one babied you. You had to complete your assignments and study.
I am more grateful today for his rigid circulum than back in Bells 46 years ago.
I know he instilled a similar experience to many other students over the years.
God bless his soul.
Lawton & Kelly Langford
December 30, 2008
Johnny and Family , We were saddened to hear of Bobby's passing . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . Thanks for the memories . Lawton
Janice Umphrey
December 30, 2008
Goodbye to a fine man I have know since 1952. I remember the Jr. Rangers band as I was wife to Roland Umphrey who also played a big part in the Jr. Band. May God bring Peace to your family.
Mike & Ann Sims
December 30, 2008
We are saddened to hear of Bobby's passing from this life into God's eternal life. He was such a gentleman, never boastful of his talent and always the professional. What a privilege to have heard him play his fiddle knowing we were truly hearing the finest fiddle player in Texas. Our condolences to his family and closest friends. May God surround you with His Grace to comfort and guide you in the days ahead.
Earl Calvert
December 30, 2008
I had the pleasure to meet Mr. Boatright a few times thanks to the great Texas Playboy steel guitarist Bobby Koefer. He was one of the finest musicians and gentlemen I have ever met. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences to the Boatright family, and to the Western Swing family that lost one of the best fiddlers ever.
Bob Abbott
December 30, 2008
Sherri,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Scott and the rest of your family.
LIZ WHITFIELD
December 30, 2008
OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. THE WORLD OF WESTERN SWING WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITH OUT BOBBY.
FROM ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
The Homer Logan Family
December 30, 2008
With deepest sympathy. Bobby and Homer are playing twin fiddles once again. We will miss such a dear friend.
Dedie Branch
December 30, 2008
Good bye my friend. You will be greatly missed but not forgotten.
Gene and Glenda Sue Stevens
December 30, 2008
Prayers for The Boatright Family at this time. We will miss Bobby and his music very much. It was a great honor to meet him and visit with him the last few years. How I would like to hear Bob's Swing Band in Heaven today.
David, Linda and Brian Spradlin
December 30, 2008
The world was a better place ,he was truely a great musician and person. Our hearts go out to all the Boatright family.
Denise Dumesnil
December 30, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
God Bless, Denise Dumesnil
Carol and Jim Jones
December 30, 2008
Bob was a good friend and a legendary fiddle player who did much to keep alive our music of the past. We served with Bob on the board of the Cowtown Society of Western Music and he was such a joy to be around. We will miss his congeniality, his smile and his great music. Carol Savage Jones and Jim Jones
Larry Chisholm
December 30, 2008
You are and always will be the best, songs to live and breathe by.
So long our friend.
Love
Larry and Connie
Mark Bray
December 30, 2008
Sorry to see such a great man leave us so soon. I was honored to be taught by Mr Boatright for four years at Cedar Hill High School.
Cindy Haynes Reavis
December 30, 2008
Sherri, Laura and Linda,
Was so sorry to see Bobby had passed away. He was always so nice to me when I was in your home all those years ago. My prayers are with yall.
e.j. harper
December 29, 2008
the smile you can't forget....
heaven's gonna love that fiddle, too!
thanxxx for the memories.....
your life was a good gig
.....it made our's better
you will be missed......
Tammi & Pete Ward
December 29, 2008
I'm sure the angels had a swing in their step in Heaven today. Now you get to fiddle for them...
Our prayers are with your family.
Bob & Heidi Irvin
December 29, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. Bobby meant so much to so many people. He will truly be missed.
Rose Wells
December 29, 2008
Thanks for working with my dad (Pat Jacobs) and for sharing all the good music. It will never be forgoten.
SAM NOTH
December 29, 2008
BOB WAS A TRUE FINE PERSON
AND MUSICIAN.
I WAS PROUD TO BE HIS FRIEND.
HE SHOWED ME A GOOD LICK OR TWO ON THE FIDDLE .
BUT MOST OF HOW TO PLAY WHEN IT WAS YOUR TURN . LET YOUR INSTERMENT DO YOUR TALKING WHEN ITS YOUR TIME TO TAKE A RIDE . THEN STEP BACK AND LET THE OTHER GUY HAVE THERE MOMENT IN THE SPOTLIGHT
THATS WHAT SEPERATED HIM FROM THE REST HIS RESPECT FOR ALL
MUSICIANS NO MATTER HOW WELL THEY PLAYED.
MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF GRIEF.
Terri Coleman-Walters
December 29, 2008
Enjoyed watching Bob perform and considered him a cherished friend. Will truly miss him, May God Bless your family at this time.
Kathy Wilshire
December 29, 2008
Sherri, Linda, & Laura,
I just happened to see Mr. Boatright's obituary in today's paper. I wanted to make it to the funeral home, but it didn't work out. Sherri, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family in the days and weeks to come.
JD and Ruthie
December 29, 2008
Bob, we will miss you and all that you gave to us. Thanks for the music, laughter and most of all your friendship.
With much love and sorrow,
James & Dorothy Glenn
December 29, 2008
Our Love and Prayers for The Boatright family. Bobby played for me at the Parker County Peach Festival this past July 2008 he was wonderful as always. We will miss miss him very much he was a wonderful musician and friend
Mike & Mahlan Brazill
December 29, 2008
Bobby, you will be missed. You were not only a great fiddle player, you were a good friend.
David Murray
December 29, 2008
We send our deepest sympathy to the Boatright family. Bobby has thrilled our hearts many times with his fiddle for the last ten years.
David & Susie Murray
Johnny & Sally &Jessy Johnson
December 29, 2008
Our Prayers and love to the Boatright family. We all will miss Bobby, he was a wonderful musician and man
Charlie & Linda O'Bannon
December 29, 2008
We received a card at christmas time that said this. every time we think of you we hug you in our heart. and we will be huggin you in our hearts quite often, our dear friend,
Pat & Nellie Jacobs
December 29, 2008
After reviewing all the tributes all I can say is AMEN. Thanks for being our friend for twenty-five years.
Pat & Nellie Jacobs
Kayla Raborn
December 29, 2008
I will miss Bobby so very much. I had the wonderful blessing of getting to know him this last year. He was so genoerous and did countless untold favors for me he was, and will always be such a cherrished person in my life. I cant tell you how blessed I have been by Bobby Boatright I will love him always
Bob and Ann Baker
December 29, 2008
Good-bye dear friend. We're sure going to miss you. Now Jesse can carry your amp again.
Lot's of love and safe journey.
Jerry and Wanda Walker
December 29, 2008
Bobby, Thank You for sharing your Beautiful Fiddling Talent all these years with us as Senior Citizens. And a great big Thank You for playing for our 50th. Anniversary. And for the many times you have played that Beautiful Waltz Be Nobody's Darling But Mine for us.
J.D. and Wilma Walker
December 29, 2008
Thanks Bobby for letting us bring our Granddaughter Taylor to the Fiddle Camp at Crowell We wish she could have played for you.It would have made us proud.
Thanks for your Friendship!
Johnny & Deloyce Thorn
December 29, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing.
Jay and Laura Singletary
December 29, 2008
There is no way to express our sorrow at the loss of one of the greatest fiddle players in country music. The western swing shows would not have been the same without his talent or sense of humor. Our thoughts and prayers with your family.
TOBI REIMER
December 29, 2008
Mr. Boatright, Will be missed he was a "FINE GENTLEMAN" I worked at Baylor all Saints. GOD has gained another angel!!!
H.W. and Era Schwartz
December 29, 2008
We have attended many dances where Durwood Strube was playing and listened to Bobby do his thing on the fiddle. We enjoyed his playing very much. Hardy and Era
cindy Wright
December 29, 2008
Bobby will be missed by all. He was such a wonderful musician and gentleman. The Boatright family is in our thoughts and prayers. Thanks for sharing your talents with us all these years at the Western Swing Festival in Snyder, Texas.
Charlie & Linda O'Bannon
December 29, 2008
BOB, YOU'RE ONE IN TEN MILLION.
THANK GOD WE GOT TO KNOW YOU.
AND THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
YOU LEFT FOR US TO ENJOY.
Meri Florence
December 29, 2008
A true Renaissance man. Generous, quiet, and funny. A wonderful teacher, known especially for being patient with his students. I'm blessed to have known him.
Durwood Haddock
December 29, 2008
I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Bob and I go back many years to the Denison Cotton Mill Dist where we learned to play fiddle together as teen agers. He learned better than I did. We were also members of the teen age group, The Jr. Rangers organized by Arthur Boatright, Bob's Dad and a mentor to us all. Durwood Haddock
Wayne & Mary Jo Glasson
December 29, 2008
When Bob played the fiddle he adjusted all the strings; He listened carefully and long before he played a thing. For it isn't just perfection that you're listening to hear. It must fit the heart that's playing as well as please the ear, and when he had tightened up the bow and rechecked all the strings, He took that bow in his old right hand and he made that fiddle sing! Its the highest form of honor that an audience imparts. Its a tribute to musicians--for they know they've touched our hearts. While Bob plays no more waltzes, hoedowns, or western swing. He will always remain in our hearts. We will forever love and miss him. Bob Wills Swing Band in heaven just got bigger and better!
TAMMY [coleman] BROWN
December 29, 2008
BOB, YOU ARE A WONDERFUL PERSON.ALWAYS SO KIND AND NICE.WE WILL MISS YOUR MUSIC AND MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.HEAVEN IN FULL OF JOY AND NOW YOU CAN PLAY IN THE HEAVENLY BAND.MY DAD THOUGHT HIGHLY OF YOU.[KEITH COLEMAN] AS DID THE REST OF HIS FAMILY.THANKS FOR ALL YOU HAVE GIVEN US.
Beth Haden
December 29, 2008
Today there is "one less rose in Texas". Bob, a wonderful friend, talented musician, and dedicated teacher, touched thousands of lives. I'll miss you. Your friend,
Loretta Owens
December 29, 2008
So long for now my friend.
Judy Stricklin
December 29, 2008
The Bob Wills "Swing Band in Heaven" has another member. My father, Al Stricklin, absolutely loved getting to know Bobby after Bobby started playing with the Original Texas Playboys. He was a delight of a man, a great talent and an even greater person.
For the Al Stricklin family:
Jim Gough
December 29, 2008
Bobby was not only one of the finest fiddle players in western swing, but a wonderful gentleman and friend. His playing was legendary and those of us who had the honor of playing with him will never forget it. God Bless you Bob.
Cecilia Spiva
December 29, 2008
There will beautiful fiddlin' in heaven. You will have no more pain or suffering. You were loved by many and you will be missed. May God be with your family during this time of sorrow.
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