Some sad news regarding fullonshred

[ID10t]

I never knew a bad Bob, I guess they are out there but I never met one.
For me a funny thought is that some people get their handle shortened (TMC, TJ (for example)) and when I saw Fullonshred's soapbar I thought his handle would be FOS, so I never used that.
He was like the Dolly Parton of the board (I do like Dolly) in a "if you see someone without a smile, give them yours" kinda way.
To what @TVvoodoo said, I was thinking this before todays swim that maybe @LightWingStudios or @UrenragK can do some programming and make his avatar one of the "reactions" that would be recognized as a like or a lift you up reaction?

[Raindog]

I just got the news. Some people knew that Shred and I were friends but, Bob being a very private person, we never let on that we were closer than a fleeting friendship. I figured that it was because I tend to be an asshole and his temperament is quite different. He'd tell me not to drag him in to the mud along with me. I met him in the early 80's, introduced by a mutual fan. I was in the military and we kept in touch with each other sporadically with me always visiting him when I was on leave, even though he lived in NC and I in Alabama. Once I got out in the 90s we managed to keep a friendship going with us being seperated by 400 miles. In fact, over the last 5 or so years, if we hadn't talked with one another in a week's time, one would call the other, just to check. That's why, since I had not talked to Bob since the 14th, I tried to call him the Monday before Christmas. And when I didn't hear from him on Christmas Day, I really became worried. And now, my best friend, and my last friend left, is gone. I'll miss him terribly. Being an Atheist (something Bob rode my ass about) I don't have the hope of ever seeing him again. But my life is richer for having known him. I feel much grief for his aging parents and sisters. What a shitty end to a shitty year!

[Partscaster]

How transient this world, and our shared time , is.
We already miss you, Fullon.

[uwmcscott]

I just got the news. Some people knew that Shred and I were friends but, Bob being a very private person, we never let on that we were closer than a fleeting friendship. I figured that it was because I tend to be an asshole and his temperament is quite different. He'd tell me not to drag him in to the mud along with me. I met him in the early 80's, introduced by a mutual fan. I was in the military and we kept in touch with each other sporadically with me always visiting him when I was on leave, even though he lived in NC and I in Alabama. Once I got out in the 90s we managed to keep a friendship going with us being seperated by 400 miles. In fact, over the last 5 or so years, if we hadn't talked with one another in a week's time, one would call the other, just to check. That's why, since I had not talked to Bob since the 14th, I tried to call him the Monday before Christmas. And when I didn't hear from him on Christmas Day, I really became worried. And now, my best friend, and my last friend left, is gone. I'll miss him terribly. Being an Atheist (something Bob rode my ass about) I don't have the hope of ever seeing him again. But my life is richer for having known him. I feel much grief for his aging parents and sisters. What a shitty end to a shitty year!

I did not know that about you and Shred either, but it's not surprising at all that he would not have made it public. My sincere condolences to you as well and I can imagine your shock being so much more closely connected than we may have been.

I do see a lot of parallels in your relationship to how I interacted to Bob, even though it was just virtual. He would PM me out of the blue to share a prayer or a thought about something I had posted in the rooms from time to time - never preachy or condescending, always polite and thoughtful. He and I shared some demons from the past that we discussed at times too, and he also prayed for my young friend who passed away for several years.

He was truly a rare individual and i'm sure a hole will be left in the hearts of many.

[Flatline]

Terrible sad news. He will be missed by many.

[UrenragK]

So sad to hear this news, Bob is the reason I am here, I joined AGF shortly before the MoMo coup, and Bob was so welcoming I became drawn to the community immediately.

He made sure I knew that there was a new place that you were mobilising to move to, and I made sure that I offered my help.

I like the idea above, let me see what I can do.

My condolences to Bob’s friends, a true gentleman.

[sabasgr68]

I just got the news. Some people knew that Shred and I were friends but, Bob being a very private person, we never let on that we were closer than a fleeting friendship. I figured that it was because I tend to be an asshole and his temperament is quite different. He'd tell me not to drag him in to the mud along with me. I met him in the early 80's, introduced by a mutual fan. I was in the military and we kept in touch with each other sporadically with me always visiting him when I was on leave, even though he lived in NC and I in Alabama. Once I got out in the 90s we managed to keep a friendship going with us being seperated by 400 miles. In fact, over the last 5 or so years, if we hadn't talked with one another in a week's time, one would call the other, just to check. That's why, since I had not talked to Bob since the 14th, I tried to call him the Monday before Christmas. And when I didn't hear from him on Christmas Day, I really became worried. And now, my best friend, and my last friend left, is gone. I'll miss him terribly. Being an Atheist (something Bob rode my ass about) I don't have the hope of ever seeing him again. But my life is richer for having known him. I feel much grief for his aging parents and sisters. What a shitty end to a shitty year!

I knew you were close friends, with a friendship from many years back. I was wondering if you knew about this. My condolences to you, RD. And I feel for his parents and sisters as well. If you ever talk to them, let them know AGF will miss Bob.

[exonerv]

Thanks for all the kind words guys. It means a lot. Raindog especially...I'm sorry for your loss.

By way of response...

It's natural to want to know more details about what happened, especially considering the sudden nature of things. As Raindog mentioned, Bob was a very private person and as such, I want to honor his memory by not over sharing on the internet. It was not Covid related. Just over 5 years ago Bob suffered through a really bad bout with MRSA. The infection nearly took his life and required very strong antibiotics for an extended period. He told me many times he was not physically the same after that experience.

Bob requested no service and his family honored his wishes. To my knowledge, no obituary has been made public. His memorial last night was organized by a few, and attended by about 40 close friends as a means of remembering him and providing a sense of closure. I wanted to extend the same opportunity to this community. You may privately honor Bob however you would like, but nothing is being requested or expected.

Personally, I'm better for having known Bob and for having had him in my life. He was my oldest and closest friend. Loss is an inevitable part of every life and has a way of reminding us of what is most important. While it hurts to lose those we love, I'm convinced that we're all seeking that sense of friendship and connection. It's really important. Bob knew this and certainly did his part in his relationships with others. He cared about individuals and this community and always tried to relate in a positive and caring way. He'll be missed, but he left us an example to strive for in our relationships with others. I encourage you to show the people in your life how much you care.

Godspeed to you Bob on your journey. I hope to see you again.

Your friend,

Mike

[honyock]

RIP Bob, read this last night and didn't quite process it.

So sorry for your loss Mike and prayers go out to his family.

[fatjack]

Well this sucks. I really didn't know him except for his posts but it sounds like he was a positive part of not only this community but I'm thinking any community he was a part of. He'll be missed here and by all who knew him.

[sabasgr68]

Thanks for all the kind words guys. It means a lot. Raindog especially...I'm sorry for your loss.

By way of response...

It's natural to want to know more details about what happened, especially considering the sudden nature of things. As Raindog mentioned, Bob was a very private person and as such, I want to honor his memory by not over sharing on the internet. It was not Covid related. Just over 5 years ago Bob suffered through a really bad bout with MRSA. The infection nearly took his life and required very strong antibiotics for an extended period. He told me many times he was not physically the same after that experience.

Bob requested no service and his family honored his wishes. To my knowledge, no obituary has been made public. His memorial last night was organized by a few, and attended by about 40 close friends as a means of remembering him and providing a sense of closure. I wanted to extend the same opportunity to this community. You may privately honor Bob however you would like, but nothing is being requested or expected.

Personally, I'm better for having known Bob and for having had him in my life. He was my oldest and closest friend. Loss is an inevitable part of every life and has a way of reminding us of what is most important. While it hurts to lose those we love, I'm convinced that we're all seeking that sense of friendship and connection. It's really important. Bob knew this and certainly did his part in his relationships with others. He cared about individuals and this community and always tried to relate in a positive and caring way. He'll be missed, but he left us an example to strive for in our relationships with others. I encourage you to show the people in your life how much you care.

Godspeed to you Bob on your journey. I hope to see you again.

Your friend,

Mike

Thanks again, Mike.

[uwmcscott]

Thanks for all the kind words guys. It means a lot. Raindog especially...I'm sorry for your loss.

By way of response...

It's natural to want to know more details about what happened, especially considering the sudden nature of things. As Raindog mentioned, Bob was a very private person and as such, I want to honor his memory by not over sharing on the internet. It was not Covid related. Just over 5 years ago Bob suffered through a really bad bout with MRSA. The infection nearly took his life and required very strong antibiotics for an extended period. He told me many times he was not physically the same after that experience.

Bob requested no service and his family honored his wishes. To my knowledge, no obituary has been made public. His memorial last night was organized by a few, and attended by about 40 close friends as a means of remembering him and providing a sense of closure. I wanted to extend the same opportunity to this community. You may privately honor Bob however you would like, but nothing is being requested or expected.

Personally, I'm better for having known Bob and for having had him in my life. He was my oldest and closest friend. Loss is an inevitable part of every life and has a way of reminding us of what is most important. While it hurts to lose those we love, I'm convinced that we're all seeking that sense of friendship and connection. It's really important. Bob knew this and certainly did his part in his relationships with others. He cared about individuals and this community and always tried to relate in a positive and caring way. He'll be missed, but he left us an example to strive for in our relationships with others. I encourage you to show the people in your life how much you care.

Godspeed to you Bob on your journey. I hope to see you again.

Your friend,

Mike

Thanks again Mike. Bob did share about his bout with the infection here as related to his hip ( well on the old site anyway ) and I remember it was quite a horrendous ordeal. Even in the midst of all that he still put the focus on others.

I hope you can stay with us here on AGF, I know that for me this place can be quite therapeutic, even if it's just mindless fun - but there are definitely people here that have helped me through tough times too like Bob, and also vice versa.

[Lamf77]

Sorry to hear .....thanks for sharing. Prayers and mojo.

[dearlpitts]

So sorry you lost your friend. He was a really cool dude.
He will be missed and remembered

[tlarson58]

Nuts. My condolences.

[Floridian FX]

Rest in Power Fullonshred. Your positivity will be missed.

[redman]

Sad news for sure @exonerv in my short time here he was one of the members that stood out to me. Funny thing about forum members after interacting with each other with post and pictures and a shared love for, in our case guitars we build past just a place to post our thoughts on a subject but we become a community and then morphs into almost an extended family. For me this a great loss to our little community for as I said to me in my short time he was a standout member and I'm sure he was much more to many of you so my condolences to all his friends here as well as his other friends and family.

[Mossman]

Well this is shocking news.... Bob was truly an asset to this forum. He will be missed.

[jtcnj]

Mike, thanks for sharing; sorry to hear of his passing.
I think I recall him saying he hadnt been able to play much, or maybe at all for quite some time due to health issues.

Rest in Peace Mr. Shred.

Add another F- 2020.

[Gergo]

That is horrible news. I can't believe it.

[toomanycats]

I'm working through my own grief and sense of loss here. Bob's last post here at AGF is the screenshot below. In typical @fullonshred fashion he was showing concern for somebody else's trials and tribulations. Yeah, I mentioned him using the @ sign . . . and, "Why?" you may ask, because, "Who is going to get the notification?" I like to think, to believe that is, that he is somewhere, I know not where, receiving it. I'm not a "religious" man, but I know his spirit is part of this forum and that he left an indelible mark on AGF.

[tobijohn]

I'm out of town until after New Years with limited opportunities to log in so I've just now seen this thread and it's extremely sad news indeed.

If any of you recall, it was Fullonshread who provided the initial alternate internet site where we could all check in and regroup after the MOMO debacle while Mathew was getting the current site up and running.

I also was contacted by him a couple months back to inquire about my health and wellbeing after he hadn't seen me post for a short spell (as I told him in my reply, I was busy in my personal life getting nothing accomplished).

He struck me as a very selfless individual (pretty much the antithesis of myself) and will be sorely missed...

[voodoorat]

Oh no, just saw this. Very sorry to hear this news.

[Rollin Hand]

I have been reading these posts for a couple of days now trying to collect my thoughts,and all I could come up with is how this sucks and while it's a big loss for this community, I feel more sadness for his family, because he seemed like a great caring guy.

RIP, fullonshred. Godspeed.

[Raindog]

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Bob introduced me to Jon Butcher in the 80s. We both really like his music. I can't think of a better send off than this:

"So take me home
Back to the place I was born
Within those comforting walls
Where our colors never reach"