The Steel Guitar Forum

Duane played our GaSGA shows on numerous occasions. He was always a hit.
I often heard players tell others that they REALLY have to see what he does on his Lap Steel! Many had the opportunity to do so!
He was a gentleman through and through!

Bob was a kind man who made us all
Smile! He loved his steel guitar buddies, and often provided
dental Services to those who could not afford it!
He and Carol were lovebirds who lit up the room when they walked in.
Bob Strum was also a Godly man, who touch so many lives. He will be missed!

Larry - I’m sorry to hear about your family’s loss.

Larry - please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your sister.
Donna

Mindy, once again I am sorry for your family’s loss. I hope you are having success with the monumental tasks of parting with your parents steel guitar gear. I’m still overwhelmed with much of my husband’s belongings after more than 2 years. It’s been a slow, painful undertaking. I wish you the best.

Barbara- clearly, your dad lived a life surrounded by music, and was a special star here on the Forum! Thank you for sharing a small piece of his big story!

I can’t imagine your family’s pain, Michael. Sandra once asked me to help take pictures. I really liked and respected her. May she rest in peace.

It seems to me that Mary was a highly respected force in all areas of her life.
She was also a kind lady- who left a smile wherever she happened to be!
Please accept my sincere condolences!

I have fond memories of the Cawby family! May Nan rest in peace!

I thought the world of your dad, and would give anything to be there! What a celebration it will be!!!
Love to Bobby Lee and Family!!

Everyone loved Rob! He often graced the stages of our GaSGA shows both playing and singing! He was quite the gentleman! Some of us gals would compliment him on looking dapper in his Western wear! He always blushed!

Bob built it; and, they came! What A Legacy! My deepest condolences to the Lee Family. To Bob’s daughters: I just found myself smiling and remembering your dad telling me about his girls - and how much Aqua Net Hairspray he’d bought in his lifetime. I loved Bob’s sense of humor!!! He loved his famil...

Lee, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter. I cannot imagine that kind off pain. My heart goes out to you!
Sincerely - Donna

To each of you who commented - thank you, again!
You’re all so kind! Skip, I will never forget the smile on Tommy’s face when you called to give him brotherly support for his upcoming valve replacement!
Bovine or porcine? It’s truly the little things in life that matter!

The surgeon assures me I'll be in Dallas, Texas and Mount Vernon, Illinois. Just curious, Mike - Did the surgeon assure you that you would play SOLITAIRE in Dallas? ;-) You play it GREAT! We did miss you, Mike! Randy sang your praises on stage (as did others) and requested prayers for your recovery...

Jeff, thank you for your kind post! To each of you, your acknowledgment of Tommy’s friendship and passion for the steel guitar fills my heart with love and appreciation for YOU! Listening to Tommy’s CDs and videos is still so difficult for me. However, several of you at the TSGA and GaSGA shows have...

b0b - So much has been said about your vision, standards, work ethic and dedication to a platform like none other! Please Allow me to speak to the HEART BEAT sections of the Forum and your trust in me to moderate Gone Home and Extended Family for so many years! Thank you! - Not only for the privileg...

It was always a pleasure to be in the presence of Margie and Don!. Don you are in our hearts. You both have touched so many in our steel guitar family.
May Margie rest in peace, and you and your families find comfort now, and in the days ahead.

Oh Danny! I’m sorry to hear about Pat! She was such a delightful person - and the two of you seemed to really enjoy life together!
God bless you and your families at this difficult time!
Donna

Darrel,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your family’s profound loss.
I pray for peace and love as you face the difficult days ahead.
Donna Dodd

Johnie & Sue - we are so sorry to hear that your life long friend has passed. I can hear the pain in your post. Praying for God’s strength and peace for you both, all others who were touched by Ronnie’s friendship, and especially his family.

Jon - Of course, I meant Forum-Ready!

Looking over some emails from Stu, he had just turned 70 on April 10. There are so many incredible and funny stories Stu told, I don’t know if it would be cool to repeat them here, so only in person I guess. Mike, I think it’s completely appropriate to honor Stu by sharing memories in our Gone Home...

I’m so sorry to hear this sad news!
Cord was a kind and respected man! God bless his family and many friends!

What a resume your brother had!
You didn’t post the part saying “Brother & Best Friend to Darryl Graves”.
God bless you and your family.