Bobby Caldwell

DeWitt Scott · Post by **DeWitt Scott** » 26 Aug 2009 2:09 pm

I talked with LInda Caldwell today and here is the update on Bobby. It started with him having an upset stomach and wound up with the dry heaves. Then double vision. His visit to the eye doctor determined that the metal plate he has in his jay is causing the double vision and there is nothing an eye doctor can do until his doctor can find a solution. The doctor did change his medicine and that helped with the pain he was having. He had a doctors visit today and now he has to wait until Wednesday, September 2nd for another appointment and that is only to set a date for another operation.

Bobby is trying to put the operation off so he can at least make an appearance at the Convention and say hi to his many friends. But if the doctor says no to this then Bobby will miss the first Convention in 37 years. It is already a know fact that Bobby will not be able to play guitar and has suggested that Duke Dumas be his replacement for this year. Duke has accepted. Roger Miller and possibly several other guitar player will add their support when needed.
Lets all direct our prayers to the what I have considered to be "The Best Guitar Player In The World" BOBBY CALDWELL! Scotty

Hook Moore · Post by **Hook Moore** » 26 Aug 2009 3:10 pm

Thanks Scotty...Speedy recovery Bobby, feel better soon..
Hook

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 26 Aug 2009 3:16 pm

Scotty, let me know if I can help on six string.
Get over this Bobby. Love and prayers my friend.
BD

Roger Crawford · Post by **Roger Crawford** » 26 Aug 2009 4:04 pm

Bobby, hang on to your friends and your faith and they will both get you through this. I'll be looking forward to seeing you there.

John P. Phillips · Post by **John P. Phillips** » 26 Aug 2009 4:06 pm

Keep on keeping on Bobby. Prayers at work in south Georgia.

Jerry Overstreet · Post by **Jerry Overstreet** » 26 Aug 2009 4:20 pm

Best Wishes Bobby. I hope and pray that all will be well with you and the doctors get this under control.

It will be good to see Duke Dumas back on the ISGC stage, and I'm sure he'll do an outstanding job but you will be sorely missed.

Don Lanier · Post by **Don Lanier** » 26 Aug 2009 4:43 pm

Bobby,

Ill continue to pray and ask our Lord for the return of the best guitarist Ive had the pleasure to work with, although Ive not known you for 5/6 years your skill at molding the Music, band members and helping us will be missed, I know God will Hold you in his hands and get you through a troubling time, wishing you a speedy recovery and all our Prayers.

Don and Earl

Pearl Productions

Roy Rosetta · Post by **Roy Rosetta** » 26 Aug 2009 5:38 pm

Thanks Scotty for the up-date on my friend (and family) the "best guitarist I've ever worked with". I will certainly miss him and his leadership on the band stand this year and will be looking forward to his return next year. His absence will leave a huge hole in the band. Now having said that, let me say this, I worked many years with Duke Dumas, on the main stage, we in the band know Bobby will be very capably represented by Duke, a great guitarist in his own right, and I would like to personally welcome Duke back.
Right now I would like to ask that each of us keep Bobby and Linda in our prayers and to ask Our Precious Lord for a speedy and full recovery for the "best guitar player in the world".
God bless Bobby,
...Roy and Barbara

Ben Lawson · Post by **Ben Lawson** » 26 Aug 2009 6:11 pm

I echo everything Mr Roy said. The greatest piano player knows what it takes to fill Bobby's shoes. Sandy & I will certainly keep Bobby & Linda in our prayers. Also keep Duke in your prayers as he has a formidable task in front of him. I have no doubt he will excell and make Bobby proud.

Jim Cohen · Post by **Jim Cohen** » 26 Aug 2009 6:28 pm

Oh my, I'm so sorry to hear of Bobby's situation. I sure hope they can get him back to his normal, healthy self before too long. Bobby you'll be sorely missed at the convention, that's for sure.
Be well, my friend,
Jim

Larry Baker · Post by **Larry Baker** » 26 Aug 2009 6:47 pm

So sorry to hear of the set back Bobby. We have met some wonderful people in this music scene. Bobby and Linda are on top of that list.. Our prayers will be directed toward you both. Just visited with you a couple of weeks ago. you both leave a mark on us with such courage and heart. God bless and be well. Thanks for the update Scotty.

Rob Parker · Post by **Rob Parker** » 26 Aug 2009 7:01 pm

Mr Bobby,
I pray for our Makers healing power to bring you through this problem,swiftly, and give you complete healing.And to give you and Miss Linda peace,comfort, and understanding during this treatment.
I had the privelege of working with Mr Duke, in South Carolina a couple weeks ago.Still plays great, and we had a good picking session..been a long time since I had the opportunity to pick with him...
Mr Duke is a great player, but I'm sure he would be the first to admit ,he is no Mr Bobby Caldwell.
Looking forward to visiting with you in a few days my friend...
Peace and love to you and Miss Linda,and your family.
RP...'come on in'...

Ray Harrison · Post by **Ray Harrison** » 26 Aug 2009 8:18 pm

Scotty, Thank you for the update.
I just visited via phone with Bobby the other day and he didn't let on that it was this serious.
I'll continue to pray for our friend's total recovery.

Nick Reed · Post by **Nick Reed** » 26 Aug 2009 10:33 pm

Mr. Scotty,
Please tell Bobby that he's in our prayers and we hope his health improves very soon. Couldn't agree with you more. He is THE BEST GUITAR PLAYER IN THE WORLD!

Nick & Linda Reed

Jack Stoner · Post by **Jack Stoner** » 27 Aug 2009 4:29 am

I pray for a postitive outcome. Bobby is one of my guitar heroes. It doesn't matter what the steelers play Bobby is always right there with them. Very few lead pickers could do that.

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 27 Aug 2009 4:34 am

Get well soon Bobby, I was looking forward to playing with you....your in our Prayers...

JERRY THURMOND · Post by **JERRY THURMOND** » 27 Aug 2009 4:42 am

Hey Bobby, I will be praying for you to get well, hope to see you at the Conv.

Jerry

Jerry Lee Newberry · Post by **Jerry Lee Newberry** » 27 Aug 2009 4:48 am

Sorry to hear that Bobby is sick and want get to play the Convention. Hope he gets better soon. I haven't seen Duke in years, but remember him being a great player. Take care Bobby.

Donna & Jerry

Joe Casey · Post by **Joe Casey** » 27 Aug 2009 8:41 am

Its hard to imagine a convention without Bobby on that stage..I have spent many years of hours listening to my all time favorite..I join in all the well wishers and pray for a speedy return of the big red guitar and the man himself who deserves a hall of fame plaque..

Roy Ayres · Post by **Roy Ayres** » 27 Aug 2009 9:43 am

I will miss having Bobby back me up, as will the other steel guitarists. I have never worked with Mr. Dumas, but if he is Scotty's pick to fill in for Bobby, I have full confidence that he will be a pleasure to work with. Laurie and I will be keeping Bobby in our prayers and will be asking the Keeper of the Stars to watch over him and guide the doctors in restoring Bobby's health.

Bobby, we are so sorry you are going through the pain and aftermath of your earlier cancer and surgery. Keep the faith and follow the doctors' orders. We will be expecting you back at the convention next year.

Scotty, thanks for letting us know about Bobby's setback -- and please keep us posted on his progress.

c c johnson · Post by **c c johnson** » 27 Aug 2009 10:12 am

duke dumas is a great player. Scotty made the right pick. cc

Russ Wever · Post by **Russ Wever** » 27 Aug 2009 3:12 pm

How I hate that this 'setback' has occurred.
Bobby has been working diligently, and quite
succesfully, to get himself back into his usual
great playing form after extensive surgery and
treatment just after last years ISGC, and was
so totally looking towards this years convench.
God bless Bobby and Linda.
~Russ

Fred Justice · Post by **Fred Justice** » 27 Aug 2009 4:40 pm

I'm so sorry to hear of this set back. I'm sure we'll all miss Bobby being there on the stage.
Now I'm praying for God almighty to heal Bobby and give Bobby a complete recovery.

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 27 Aug 2009 9:46 pm

This is terrible. I thought Bobby was well on the way to a full recovery.

Get well Bobby. The world needs you.

Walter Stettner · Post by **Walter Stettner** » 28 Aug 2009 4:47 am

Bobby,

My prayers and best wishes are on the way to help you get through this. I know one thing for sure - I will miss you terribly at the Convention.

Get well soon!

Best Regards, Walter

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