Keep on racing, Bob!
01-30-2011, 07:36 PM
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Keep on racing, Bob!
I said goodbye to a dear friend today -- BobW, (known here as "Bull.") He was a frequent poster here until last fall, when his health took a turn for the worst. He was a private man when it came to his health struggles, so forgive me, Bob for posting this here...
I used to caravan with Bob & the NNJR gang many times to the racetrack -- VIR, Mid-Ohio, Summit Point -- spent many hours behind his truck pulling his white 993 (and later his 964 cup) #94. Seems whether I was on the track or the road, Bob was always faster than me -- always infront of me!
Can't tell you how many times we'd be talking in the pits and I would say something stupid, to which Bob would respond with a
followed by a deep sign, followed by a "Z-man, Z-man, Z-man..."
His love and adoration for his wife, aka "The student" is admirable. (Mrs. Bull went back to school a few years back). His passion for Porsches and especially DE's was truly contageous. His history of motorsports was also deep. He lived a full and diverse life.
So, as his wife said in the memorial service today, "Keep on racing, Bob!"
RIP Bob -- Race in Peace...
-Z-man.
http://baileyfuneralhomes.com/obituary_view/10015037
I used to caravan with Bob & the NNJR gang many times to the racetrack -- VIR, Mid-Ohio, Summit Point -- spent many hours behind his truck pulling his white 993 (and later his 964 cup) #94. Seems whether I was on the track or the road, Bob was always faster than me -- always infront of me!
Can't tell you how many times we'd be talking in the pits and I would say something stupid, to which Bob would respond with a
followed by a deep sign, followed by a "Z-man, Z-man, Z-man..." His love and adoration for his wife, aka "The student" is admirable. (Mrs. Bull went back to school a few years back). His passion for Porsches and especially DE's was truly contageous. His history of motorsports was also deep. He lived a full and diverse life.
So, as his wife said in the memorial service today, "Keep on racing, Bob!"
RIP Bob -- Race in Peace...
-Z-man.
http://baileyfuneralhomes.com/obituary_view/10015037
01-30-2011, 08:14 PM
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Terrific guy; very generous with his knowledge, kindness, and friendship.
I wish I had known he was ill.
So long, Bull - thanks for making the track a better place.
I wish I had known he was ill.
So long, Bull - thanks for making the track a better place.
01-30-2011, 08:15 PM
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I did not know him but my sympathies go to you and his loved ones. He sounds like he was a great enthusiast and friend.
01-30-2011, 08:18 PM
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Man, that is a shocker. RIP Bull, always enjoyed your posts and our PM's.
Prayers to your family.
Prayers to your family.
01-30-2011, 08:20 PM
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I didn't know BobW either. But it sounds like he was a great guy. It times like this that I am reminded why I like being involved in amateur motosports.: it's the great people you meet and the friendships you make.
God's speed....
Scott
God's speed....
Scott
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01-30-2011, 08:20 PM
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01-30-2011, 08:23 PM
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I can't believe it......
Exchanged many replies with Bull here on RL and finally met Bob at Summit a couple years ago, very decent guy........
My deepest condolences to the family.......
Keep on racing Bob.........
Exchanged many replies with Bull here on RL and finally met Bob at Summit a couple years ago, very decent guy........
My deepest condolences to the family.......
Keep on racing Bob.........
01-30-2011, 09:29 PM
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I only got to know Bob a few years ago through Rennlist, but we would have lunch when I had the occasion to work up in North Jersey. A great guy with even greater stories. It is sad to know that he will not be with us any longer.
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Larry Herman
2016 Ford Transit Connect Titanium LWB
2018 Tesla Model 3 - Electricity can be fun!
Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
1994 RS America Club Racer
2004 GT3 Track Car
1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
CLICK HERE to see some of my ancient racing videos.