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Rhonda orton
July 13, 2025
Daddy, not long until your 97 th birthday!! I sure do miss you, I love you so so much, hope mom and Berry are with you, daddy it has been so hard being alone, I hope to see you all soon!!!
Denniswinship
August 12, 2024
He will be truly missed he was randy ortons son. Dennis winship Lynn,Massachusetts
Rhonda orton
April 10, 2024
Daddy I love and miss you so much
Rhonda orton
July 21, 2022
Happy birthday daddy..I love u and miss you so much!!!!! U r 94 today..mom misses u too and sends her love
Pat Godoy
July 18, 2022
Miss your weekend calls. We could have some really interesting conversations now. Guess you are busy with Berry figuring out how to fix the USA.
Rhonda orton
July 13, 2022
Daddy...I love u and think about you everyday....I miss Berry so so much and I hope he is with you..it has been life changing without u and him...amber is coming to visit again, I am really staying close to berry's family..I guess we will b moving to st louis soon to be near Bobby and his family...love you daddy
Rhonda orton
June 6, 2022
Hi dad..I still miss u everyday and boy do I miss my wonderful brother can't believe he is gone, what a shock..I just hope he is with you now..I love and miss u both so so much
Dennis winship
June 5, 2022
I like randy orton now but when he was a heel i didn't like him his father is a true legend. Dennis winship Lynn massachusetts
rhonda j orton
July 14, 2021
daddy, its me again and just want to tell you again how much you are missed and that i love you with my whole heart, i hope berry is with you now...it is a real absence in our home without you and him here....i just don't think i will ever get over it.....love you soooo much
Rhonda Orton
May 7, 2021
Daddy I miss u so much and now my wonderful brother is gone too...I just can't believe it..I am so sorry I didn't take better care of you both...please forgive me...ii love you both with all my heart
rhonda
July 13, 2020
Daddy, i still miss you so so much, i think of you everyday, i went to the park and visited your tree on father's day, i should go more often, but right now things are pretty crazy!! i know you would be very proud of your family...becky got her nursing degree, chantel got a degree in the medical field, pippy is winning so many wrestling tournaments, and mya is winning cheerleading tournaments..randy is doing well and nathan is in new york performing at comedy clubs..i could go on and on but i do know you would be so proud of everyone...i love you so much and only hope we will meet again one day!! your only daughter!!
Reba Gregory
May 3, 2020
Had fun as a wrestling fan watching him and then later in life finding out he was my uncle was a real thrill! RIP
rhonda
May 2, 2020
daddy, its been awhile since i've been on your sight, been going through all the pics and papers and magazines, we have acquired through the years and brought back so many memories...i miss you so much and think of you often, and i love you so much...i am glad your not here now going through the virus that has hit the world, you called it and everything you told me was going to happen has...hope your with all your family and friends in heaven, as i am sure you are..love you, your only daughter!!
rhonda orton
July 29, 2013
daddy, I miss you so much, wish you were here, we have 4 dogs now and 10 cats, berry and mom are doing so well and so is bobby and his family...wish we would of had more time...ilove and miss you so much!!!!!!
February 4, 2012
daddy, i miss you so much, i think of all the things we did together like seeing johnny winter and brian setzer and the mystere show and going to mt, charleston...i wish we could of done more...i love you so much...your one and only daughter...rhonda
Doug Perry
November 27, 2011
Although I only knew Bob Sr. and the Ortons for just a few short years as a teenager, I will always remember when Bob would come looking for Barry (Burr) in KC. He would always drive up, wait in the car until one of us kids would answer his blaring horn. "Have you seen Barry?" he would inquire. "You know my hands are registered lethal weapons?" Of course, he would have a silly little grin on his face as if he knew we knew he was just tormenting us in his own way, but none of us kids actually took this as a threat! Sometimes follwing the lethal weapons comment, he would reach under the drivers seat to show us what he considered to be leagl protection (or intimidation). The band used to also practice out at the house on 110th but would have to evacuate quickly when Bob got home or needed the space to work out.
Rhonda and Barry, doubt you remember me but sorry for the late condolences, It has been many, many years and I just stumbled on this surfing the web.
October 22, 2011
daddy, just thinking of you as usual...missing you as usual..your daughter, rhonda
rhonda orton
October 5, 2011
daddy, i think about you all the time and the missing you gets stronger everyday, i can't believe you are gone. my life has an emptiness i can't describe, i miss tanner so much also, it is hard to believe that the two of you are gone from my life...you have new great-grandchildren, you would be so proud!! i love you so much,but we are doing ok!! i hope i will meet with you one day...you will never be forgotten, daddy, your only daughter, rhonda
Pat Godoy
June 6, 2011
Bob as time goes by I realize more then ever, that your telephone calls were my connection to the life I once shared with Pedro....I miss all of that.
I think on the weekends when the telephone rings...wish that was Bob...we could really have some conversation now...what with the world news...RIP
Steven Monath
October 3, 2009
I grew up in Tampa,Florida in the 1960's.Bob Orton SR. was my hero and the best birthday I ever had was when my father took me to the armory and we sat ringside and saw Big Bob Orton.He was an inspiration to me.
Diane Devine
July 25, 2009
Bob, I still miss your Sat.morning wake-up calls! It's not been easy but we are doing the best we can each day. I stay in contact with Rhonda and Family...what wonderful people they are.
July 22, 2009
today has been a sad day, daddy would of been 80, he has been gone 3 yrs and 5 days..it hasn't really gotten any easier, evryday i think of my dad, how much i loved him and know that he loved me and all his family...life just isn't the same..i guess i feel lost, but i know dad would want me to be strong and keep on going and that is what i will do...thanks to everyone for keeping his guestbook going and sharing memories and thoughts...he really was someone special!!!! dad i love and miss you!!!
jimmie romines
July 9, 2009
from all your fans in knoxville were
thinking about the orton family. our
thoughts and prays are with you
Humperdink
July 6, 2009
Still thought of among the greats of all time, and I sure miss your phone calls.
Percival A. Friend
July 6, 2009
Bob, I miss your weekly calls to me every Saturday and Sunday. They meant more than words can ever express. Even if you did call me 4-5 times in a weekend and say "Hey Kid ... whats the world coming to" I didn't mind. My phone is very quiet now and very lonely. I keep in touch with Rhonda and Rita as often as I can and we share that same love and understanding that you and I had.
Please hold the ring ropes open for me when I am called to that big arena in Heaven and tag me in when it's my time.
Georgiann Makropoulos
July 5, 2009
Bob we think about you often. We know your family misses you like crazy. You were very special to us and always will be.
Al Ticineto
July 5, 2009
Bob, you are surely missed. When I go to the Vegas reunions, there is a void - I miss seeing you and speaking with you. Thanks for the kindness you showed me - sepcially at my first reunion - it meant more than I could describe.
Terry Dart
July 3, 2009
I think of you a lot Bob and everytime I see photos of you wrestling Lou Thesz it brings back so many memories.Thank God you have a grandson in wrestling that wrestles a lot like the good old days.Everytime I see Randy wrestle and throw that great dropkick I feel like I'm watching you Bob.I know you will look down on Randy and your family everyday from Heaven Bob.
Terry Dart from London,Ontario
July 3, 2009
i first met you in vegas in 1992 during moolahs liwa conventions. you treated me with kindness and treated me like your friend.
i miss you my friend.
mike dreksler
Terri Bey
July 3, 2009
I wish to extend to Randy, Bob, and the entire Orton family my condolences. It has been two years, but I wanted to pass my condolences on as I am sure they all miss Bob SR. My prayers are always with you.
randy orton
July 1, 2009
i miss you alot grandpa
rhonda orton
April 7, 2009
daddy, i think of you everyday, i miss you everyday....i love you everyday!!
melissa
April 6, 2009
even though it has been 2 years its still sad that he had to go,i dont think i or many people will get over his passing,god bless the orton family
Georgiann Makropoulos
July 12, 2008
Bob - 2 years have passed and your still missed.
I remember the good old days when we ran your Fan Club. Those were good times.
Hanging out with Great Scott and Buddy Rogers were fun times.
When wrestling was WRESTLING !!!
Georgie
Alfred Ticineto
July 12, 2008
Bob,
You were one of the highlights of my Vegas visits for the CAC reunion. You were always very nice, always willing to talk for a few minutes. You are missed. Thanks for all the great memories you made for us.
Alfred Ticineto
Diane Devine
July 11, 2008
Bob - It's hard to believe it has been two years since you went to the big ring in the sky! You are greatly missed and will never be forgotten!
rhonda orton
March 5, 2008
daddy, i am missing you so very very much, i wish i could hear you tell me how you love me....you are the greatest ever...your only daughter, rhonda
Diane Devine
February 9, 2008
Thinking of you Bob...you would have alot to say about things happening in our world today!!
Looking forward to June when we will attend CAC. And, visit Rhonda, Rita and Barry again!
ERIK MOLL
January 13, 2008
Bob-
Beyond a wrestling legend, you have set a place in the hearts of all those you have touched. Thanks for allowing me to be your 'sidekick' at the Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2005 when Bob Jr. was inducted. I still smile and laugh as I think about your humor, side comments, and telling it like it is! I'm fortunate to have befriended your family and glad that we have and will continue to have a great friendship. With love buddy, Erik
Diane Devine
August 4, 2007
Bob - You would be pleased knowing Rita and Rhonda stopped in Denver back in June. My friend Bobby had so much fun with them!
I fondly recall all the stories you told me during those weekend calls. The phone doesn't ring anymore on Sat. mornings starting my day.
You will never be forgotten. Thanks for your friendship and trust!
Georgiann Makropoulos
July 23, 2007
Happy Birthday "BIG O" in heaven
Georgiann Makropoulos
rhonda orton
July 22, 2007
daddy, you would be 78 today!!! happy birthday!!! i cannot express how much you are missed or how much i love you and always will...its just not the same down here without you.....
George Vandyne
July 12, 2007
Bob and I used to reveal some very private thoughts during our conversations. Some things stand out as my favorite things he told me.
First and foremost were how much he loved his family and how much he worried about them.
Second was, as a teenager, he would tell me about Rita and how she had the most beautiful figure of any girl he had ever looked at.
Then he would recall how when the family was on vacation one time and visited Elvis Presley’s home in Memphis. He struck up a conversation with the caretaker who gave Rhonda and Bobby a ride around the estate on his golf cart. I think he was related to Elvis. After finding out that Bob was a professional wrestler he said that Elvis was napping and if Bob would bring his family later in the day he would introduce them to Elvis. Bob said he was in a hurry and decided to not take him up to meet The King. Bob said that Rhonda was so broken hearted that she cried for a hundred miles. Bob regretted not staying so that Rhonda could meet him and he never forgave himself. These things Bob told me about more than a few times.
We loved you Bob,
George VanDyne, from Armourdale, Kansas
George VanDyne
January 7, 2007
When Bob and I first met (in the Armourdale district in Kansas City, Kansas) he was about 12 or 13, I was a year older. We both went to Central Junior High School. Bob, John Forgerty and I used to wrestle in the yard beside my house. We had a lot of fun and whenever we could we went to Memorial Hall in Kansas City, Kansas. I had a cousin who was a ticket taker and we could go through acting like we handed him our tickets and once inside we usually managed to get a seat close up to the ring. I only remember one time when we were able to get into the dressing room of Antoine Leon (spelling?). He told us he had graduated from Brown University, I had never heard of it or that it was an Ivy League college. Bob told me years later that Antoine was from a wealthy family and they had virtually disowned him for becoming a professional wrestler. Bob used to tell me about some of the people he had met in his wrestling career; people like Joe Lewis, Heavyweight champion of the world. Mr. Lewis had been a referee at some of Bob’s matches and told Bob that he should have become a prize fighter because he had the quickest hands he had ever seen on a man. Bob also had driven from Chicago with Jack Dempsey, another world champion prizefighter, to some wrestling matches in Illinois and Bob thought Mr. Dempsey was such a fine man.
Once when Bob was 16 his parents bought him a new Harley Davidson motorcycle and when Bob was sitting on it in front of his parents tavern he said he wanted to ‘show off’ so he gunned it had went into a U turn. Only he misjudged his turn and he drove through the concrete block wall of a Sinclair filling station across the street. Bob got his picture in the local newspaper for that. Another time Bob and another of his friends we driving across the 7th street Bridge, connecting Armourdale and Argentine and they saw a woman climb onto the railing and jump off into the river. The bridge must have been 50 feet above the water, they drove to the end of the bridge and then back to the levee and his friend, I’ve forgotten his name, jumped into the river and saved her from drowning, and they got their pictures in the paper for that one also. Bob was almost blessed with being able to be where the action was.
Bob and I used to go swimming at the Kansas City, Kansas YMCA that was when the boys had to swim in the nude. I never could figure that one out. But we did it. That reminds me of another time when Bob, some others and I were out hiking on a hot summer day and we came to a stream. One of the boys said he had swam there before and even though the water had a thick scum of ugly green algae on it he said that when we got in and stirred it up we wouldn’t be able to see it because the water would be so muddy. He was right!
We were members of the Kansas City, Missouri YMCA in our late teens and one of our friends, John Clemet (spelling?), Bob and I would most always stop at the soda fountain at the Pickwick hotel just a block away from the Y and get a Malt with an egg in it after our workouts. Now John was a powerfully built young man even though he was about a foot shorter that Bob and I and we all loved to flirt with the girls who worked there. Until one night one of the girls referred to John as that little fat guy. We razzed John for that no end. Bob and John went to the same high school, Wyandotte High, and he and John used to do hand to handstands in the hall to show off for all the girls. They were good at it too. In the typing class Bob was the fastest typist there, and that’s with the old mechanical typewriters, he could type about 80 words a minute… quick hands again.
A couple of years ago I was invited by Bob to come stay with him and go to the Cauliflower Ear Club convention in Las Vegas. Bob had to use a crutch by then and we had a wheelchair that I pushed him around in. Many young and some not so young came up to talk with him He was a good mentor and teacher for the wrestlers.
I remember Bob like he was my brother.
I loved you Bob.
Your old friend George
Patricia Godoy
November 12, 2006
Big Bob Orton.....I met Bob through my husband, Pedro Godoy. Pedro was very impressed with Bob not only in his wrestling abilities but his future ways of thinking and living. Bob was one of the first wrestlers to earn his pilot's license. Bob was the first person we knew that purchased bottled water.... years before it became fashionalbe. He even chose Las Vegas as a retirement location many years before anyone else realized the advantages to living there. These are just a few of the many ways that Bob was ahead of his time.
Bob's abilities in the wrestling ring were truly skilled. His desire to be the best was something he never took for granted. He worked hard and never forgot the ones that took the time to guild and teach him his chosen trade. Mentors like Hans Hermann, Larry Simon and a few select others. Bob would listen to those that he respected and then study what insight they would share with him. He would share memories of people and events that happened in his life as if it was just yesterday.
Pedro enjoyed his adventures he had with Bob in the ring or even the adventures that they experienced on the road. They spent many hours traveling together or just talking in the locker rooms. Pedro and Bob shared a common love for the business and those who were true friends and loyal ones. Both Bob and Pedro held loyalty very high on their measuring of a person's caliber.
Bob was proud of his wife and children. He often commented on the great job that Rita was able to accomplish with raising of the children while he was on the road. Bob wanted the children to have as normal of childhood as possible with their father being in the wrestling world. I think that Bob and Rita did a wonderful job rearing their three kind and very respectable children.
In the past few years Bob has included me as one of the friends that he would telephone on the weekends. I so miss hearing him say "Hey Kid! What's going to happen to the world?". And from there the adventure would cover world events, history, health and love of the wrestling world and the gifts that he received in life.
Yes, Bob was one of a kind. I'm thankful for having known him and will miss him greatly. His friendship and telephone calls helped me keep Pedro's memories alive. Their departure has left a large void for many of us, but rather than sorrow I have joy for having been in their company.
God Bless Bob and his wonderful family and friends who will miss him until we join him in heaven.
Carol Needelman
September 18, 2006
I would just like to send a simple condolence to the Orton family. Growing up with an older brother had a huge influence on what I'd watch. We'd stay up late on Saturday nights watching wrestling. I was the only girl around who knew everything about the WWF. We enjoyed watching Cowboy Bob Orton, he'd always keep us entertained. I don't think I ever watched Bob Orton Sr. wrestle, but the recent video I have seen proves him to be a great man. And now I pass this tradition on to my son who watches the next generation, Randy Orton wrestle! I send this today, for my brother, because if not for him, I wouldn't be writing this.
I would also like to send condolences to the Orton family from family friend, Barry Feist, who tried effortlessly to locate this guestbook. Thank you B.
Thank you Orton family.
Sincerely,
Carol Needelman
Bill Howard
September 18, 2006
It"s sat. and no phone call'hey kid whats going to happen to the world
I miss you Big"O" you kept me in informed with the wrestling world.
20 years you called me every sat.
the phone dosen"t ring any more
I miss you my friend
Bill Howard [email protected]
Annie McCormick
August 30, 2006
Hi everybody. I was shocked to read about Uncle Bob's passing. He was the "famous" uncle that (my brothers) Karl and Kurt and I used to brag about when we were kids.
Rhonda- you and Aunt Rita were a blessing to me when Mom was sick. I know it was more than special to her when you visited and I thank you so much.
I pray that your family will mend and I know that he will live on in memories,
Love, Annie and family
Paul Guay
August 26, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear of Bob's death. My wife and I will never forget the day we spent with him and Rhonda at Wrestlemania 21, thanks to Barry.
When we arrived at the arena, Ric Flair came up, grinning, and shook Bob's hand, asking "How ya doin', young man?" While we watched matches on video monitors with other family members and guests, Susan and I saw Bobby Heenan and Roddy Piper, among others, come over to pay their respects to Bob. He seemed to command everyone's affection and respect.
On the limo ride over Bob told Susan and me stories of his career. Having grown up on San Francisco wrestling in the 1970s, I wasn't familiar with his career, so I put Bob's tales of sold-out arenas and incredible heat generated through the "50% wrestler discount" -- memory has a way of improving things for all of us, and perhaps even more so for people whose success depends on their ability to work fans like me.
Then when Bob died, I read online and in the Observer about his career. The sold-out arenas and the incredible heat generated were true.
Rest in peace, Bob.
Barry and Rhonda, Susan's and my thoughts are with you.
BRIAN PETERSON
August 19, 2006
THE ORTON FAMILY,
MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE
WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME
OF BOB'S PASSING!
MY UNCLE[BARON VON HEISINGER] WAS A TAG-TEAM PARTNER OF HIS A COUPLE OF TIMES IN KANSAS CITY
Becky Deckard
August 18, 2006
As a friend/sister to Rhonda for 30 years, I also had the privilege to know and spend time with Bob, Berry, and Rita, from Amarillo then in Vegas. I must say, I've not seen a more welcoming,loving and cohesive family. I tell you the truth, they are sincerely hospitable to all they meet. I will miss Bob for his very unique ways and wonderful humor. I also see these present in Rhonda and Berry, I have not met Bobby, though I know he too must be! Bob will be missed greatly by many for his kindness and his entertaining ways. He certainly passed these on to his children, who are much like him. I am thankful to have known him as as individual who has loved much. May God bless and comfort you always. Becky Deckard
Anthony Shea
August 17, 2006
Sorry about your loss. He was great to watch back in the day. May his family & friends find peace thru this tough time. RIP in the memories of Bob Orton, Sr.
Morgan Dollar
August 1, 2006
It has been a real honor to have talked with,"THE BIG O", in Vegas the past couple of years.He was the life of the party at the CAC Reunions. And was a true icon in this business. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Orton family.
Jeff Michaelis
July 31, 2006
Mr. Orton it was an honor to meet you at CAC the last few years. And when me talked just this past June, after only meeting you a couple of times, you made me feel like we had been friends for a long time. And I thank you for that!
Best Wishes To The Orton Family In Their Time Of Loss
From everyone at Altitude Pro Wrestling Academy
Scott price
July 31, 2006
Bob Jr. and Elain, I was at your wedding at the Caverns. Thought about you all many times over the years. I'm so, so sorry to hear about you Dad. I know how important he was to wrestling and, I'm sure, doubly important to you. I know how much you'll miss him. My thoughts have been with you, Scott Price.
Ed. Revay
July 31, 2006
The Orton Family, may God grant you all peace and serinity in your time of grief. Bob Orton Sr., now safely in the arms of a loving God. Eternal Rest grant to "Him," oh Lord, may "He," rest in peace!
Konstantin Nikitin
July 29, 2006
I want to convey the deepest condolences to the entire Orton family - Rita, Rhonda, Berry, Bob Jr, Randy, Becky, Nathan and others - on behalf of the all Russian fans. To my shame I never seen him wrestle, but I familiar with accomplishments of the Wildcat, Cowboy and just Big Man in one person during his work in Florida, Midwest, Central States and Capitol/WWWF. Rest in peace, Big Bob.
Juan Santos
July 27, 2006
Big O,
Please look down on us and smile. You will be missed, but your legacy will live on forever.
DOMINICK VALENTI
July 26, 2006
GOD BLESS "THE BIG O" A GREAT VETERAN WHO WAS LOVED & RESPECTED BY EVERYONE HEAVEN MUST NEED YOU & WE WILL MISS YOU. DOMINICK VALENTI
Monica Swick
July 26, 2006
Sorry for your loss.
Terry Dart
July 25, 2006
Mr Orton you were a real credit to pro wrestling and life itself.I know that your sons Bob Jr and Barry were proud of you and your grandson Randy will carry on in your memory and win the world title for you.I always tell my friends that Randy is so much like you in the ring,and I always look forward to Randy's dropkick that is so much like the one I saw you use.
My very deepest sympathies for your entire family.I'm sure they made you very proud.I know that you are in Heaven with all the other wrestlers in that big ring in the sky.May God hold you close and comfort your family in this sad time
greg stone
July 25, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Jessyca Reese
July 25, 2006
My heart goes out to the Orton Family on there loss. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Samuel Poisson
July 25, 2006
Rest In Peace Bob.
brad clahane
July 25, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
M H
July 24, 2006
Another legend passes.. he was one of the greats , never to be forgotten.. Go in peace Sir...
Curtis Chichak
July 24, 2006
My Condolences to the entire Orton family on the passing of the legend Bob Orton Sr.
July 24, 2006
cowboy Bob Orton Snr was agreat worker and a great man and i am honoured to be able to know who he was .Thankyou Cowboy Bob you helped shape the world of professional wrestling into the great sport that it is today .I send my love to Cowboy Bob Orton Jnr and Randy and the rest of the Orton family.Myself and my fellow smart marks grieve with you.
From a devoted Smart Mark
Kyle
Marc Melinda
July 24, 2006
One of the names that gives wrestling a rich history. Like baseball wrestling history should be cherished not ignored.
david cohen
July 24, 2006
hi as a young adult i never had the chance to see mr. orton sr. wrestle but have heard great things about him. my condolences to the ortons during this tough time.
Matt Battista
July 24, 2006
Sorry to hear about the passing of this Legend. I wish all the best to the Orton family as they cope with this loss.
Dany Frappier
July 24, 2006
Hi!!! Ma name is Dany and i'm from the city of Trois-Rivières (Quebec, Canada) and i heard the news last week that Mister Orton Sr. past away . I does'nt know him very much, but i know his son Bob Orton junior and his grand-son Randy, but i heard thats Mr Orton Sr is a legend on his own and the wrestling business. I check , after that, his personal biography on the net and i was very proud of him when i saw his accomplishment in the wrestling business, winning many important titles in his career. So there for, i send my condolence to the Orton family and their friends and entourage.
Sincerely Dany
Lauren and Wiletta Palmer
July 24, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hobert Collins
July 24, 2006
A legend
dennis juarez
July 24, 2006
thank you for all the great matches
Robert K. Oates
July 24, 2006
My Condolences to my friends Rhonda, Barry, and the rest of Bob's family. Bob was not only a world renowned professional wrestler, he was well respected among his peers. He treated his fans with class and dignity. His legacy will continue to live through the past, current and future generation of great Orton wrestlers. There will never be another "Big O."
Afa Anoa`i
July 24, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as Mr. Bob Orton, Sr. a hero returns home.
God Bless
Afa Anoa`i
The Wild Samoan
Antoine Tremblay
July 24, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Shawn Love
July 24, 2006
It's sad to hear that Bob Orton Sr. has passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to Randy Orton and his family.
Shannon Whitten
July 24, 2006
Such an amazing wrestler, I truly enjoyed viewing footage of his work and watching him in person a lot of years ago. My heart goes out to his family for their loss.
Matthew Stoll
July 24, 2006
Sorry for your loss. It is a sad day.
Chris Philips
July 24, 2006
Your contributions to this sport will never be forgotten R.I.P Bob Orton Sr.
Joseph Ford
July 24, 2006
I thought your whole family is a great wrestling generation and I hope Randy can carry on the torch.
Alan Gawne
July 24, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Chuck Shockley
July 24, 2006
We mourn the passing of this great grappler and great human being
and great performer....he was
the first king of the piledriver
in the Central States Region...
Gone but must certainly not forgotten....
John Fisli
July 24, 2006
Mr.Orton was a stalwart in the wrestling world. He will be missed by all. My condolences to the entire family.
Christian
July 24, 2006
Bye big champ... From the staff of WrestlingForce
Snarkk Imbert
July 24, 2006
For a greatest wrestler...
A french boy.
Pat Bogo
July 23, 2006
A great man and a great wrestler
Cody jones
July 23, 2006
he was a great father and champ
Eric
July 23, 2006
Bob,
You will be missed!!
GONG
Mary &Malakhi Johnson
July 23, 2006
I just wanted to give my condolences
to Randy & all of his whole family during this sad time in their lifes.
Michael Joncas
July 23, 2006
Sorry
Stephanie
July 23, 2006
I send my prayers and thoughts to your entire family. God Bless you all.
Amanda Smith
July 23, 2006
My condolences go out to the family of Bob Orton Sr. His family I'm sure will miss him greatly now and forever.
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How to support Bob's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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