********Rob Parker******

Gene Crain · Post by **Gene Crain** » 18 Nov 2010 7:15 pm

Our condolences to Rob's family. He will be sorely missed by all of us in the steel guitar family. He was such an awesome talent and so nice to Gayla and Me, we sincerely appreciated him. Gene & Gayla

David L. Donald · Post by **David L. Donald** » 18 Nov 2010 7:37 pm

I am so saddened to hear this.
I met Rob a few times at ISGC and he was charming, friendly and a fine singer, who could work a room with the best. A severe loss for the steel com,unity.

RIP Rob you made many happy with your singing and personality.

Jason Stillwell · Post by **Jason Stillwell** » 18 Nov 2010 9:09 pm

I just caught this thread and found out the news about Rob. I don't attend a lot of steel shows, but I don't think I've EVER been to one where Rob Parker was absent. I never met Rob, but he's had quite a presence on this forum for some time and will be greatly missed.

Steve Matlock · Post by **Steve Matlock** » 19 Nov 2010 7:30 am

Well, I too am shocked and saddened at the sudden loss of Rob. He was a staple at the steel guitar shows and a great singer with that deep rich voice of his. Always kind and friendly. I will sure miss seeing and visiting with him at future shows. May his family be comforted in their time of sorrow. Rob we love you buddy.

Doc Rickles · Post by **Doc Rickles** » 19 Nov 2010 10:15 am

Our prayers are with the friends and family. He will be the most missed person at any steel show that is held anywhere in the United States.

The first time I met Rob was in St Louis in 2006. Never met a more friendly and real Gentleman. Went to his table and was amazed at The albums and tracks available. He knew more songs than anyone I have ever met. And he sang them all with a soft, powerful passion filled rendition, of any song he sang. He made every song he sang his and added to it with his melodious highs and lows.

The First time I got to go to Nashville's show was this year and Rob was there doing all he could to add to everyone's enjoyment. He sang with many of the best steelers in the world and helped them dig into their souls to the delight of both of them.

Rob had to sing from the floor because his legs were giving out on him. Yet he struggled to every call to help all the artists who called on him. I went into the foyer and had prayer with him for strength and circulation in his legs. Little did I know it would be the last time I would see an hear him.I would have said so much if only I had known.

Please tell all who you know and love how much you appreciate and love them. You never know when you will see them again. I always told Rod how much I loved and appreciated him. As I sit here with tears in my eyes at his loss, I know I'll see him again, but at this moment it hurts so much knowing he's gone. And I wish I had said so much more to "The Voice of the Steel Conventions"

Rob will be waiting for us who have made arrangements to meet him, with a smile and that glorious resonant voice.

"COME ON IN"

"Doc" and Ginny Rickles

Gaylon Mathews · Post by **Gaylon Mathews** » 19 Nov 2010 1:47 pm

The first time I met Rob he asked me my name and shook my hand. Every time I saw him thereafter he called me by name and shook my hand. He always treated me as if I was somebody special even though I am not. I'm not the only one he treated that way as I've seen him do it to everyone he came in contact with. Truly a gentleman and I will miss him greatly. He was and still is highly respected in my book.

Bill Ford · Post by **Bill Ford** » 20 Nov 2010 5:04 am

I don't remember if Rob and I were formally introduced, but like everyone has said, every time we met, he greeted me like I had brightened his day a little. His family, and all of us can take comfort in that on Tues Nov,16/2010 our brother Rob Parker heard the voice of Jesus say...."Come on in".

Papa John Hughey, Charles Reece, Rob Parker, Saluda will be sad this weekend...

Rest in peace my brother.

Greg Simmons · Post by **Greg Simmons** » 20 Nov 2010 10:37 am

Godspeed Rob...we'll miss your presence at the shows

For a fellow sailor - the Navy Hymn...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Iu8y2pvuRg

Tommy Young · Post by **Tommy Young** » 20 Nov 2010 7:09 pm

My sincere condolences to his family and dear friends he was a friend to all us steel pickers and will be dearly missed your friend ....

Donna Sherrard Williams · Post by **Donna Sherrard Williams** » 21 Nov 2010 8:35 am

from Boogie Sherrard Family.... we never know when that day will come, but when it does, our pain is so great... yet this man was so loved... we KNOW that he is in the Lord's hands now.... God be with his family

Eli Hall · Post by **Eli Hall** » 21 Nov 2010 7:20 pm

I am very sorry to hear of Rob's passing. He was a true gentleman and was always willing to sing at the drop of a hat. He left the impression that he knew just about every song ever written and I believe he did. His voice and humble presence will be sorely missed at steel conventions everywhere.

Casey Lowmiller · Post by **Casey Lowmiller** » 22 Nov 2010 8:59 pm

I just found this thread and I am so shocked to hear that Rob is gone. He was such a great player, master of ceremonies and fountain of knowledge.

I'm used to seeing him at Baxter Springs every year...it won't be the same without him there.

God bless you Rob Parker...you sure were a jewel!!!

Casey

Wesley Medlen · Post by **Wesley Medlen** » 23 Nov 2010 8:23 am

A great musician, singer, and MC will be missed met him a year ago at the Ks convention in Baxter Springs My condolences to family and friends God Bless

Bud Hall · Post by **Bud Hall** » 23 Nov 2010 2:29 pm

Always loved his singing, sure glad I got to pick with him a couple years ago!! All the best to his family!!!

Ronnie Miller · Post by **Ronnie Miller** » 23 Nov 2010 2:55 pm

I am shocked and sad to see this. Rob was always a Gentlemen, from the first time I met him, to the last time I saw him in Dallas...Such a fine person & talented singer, loved by all.
RIP my friend...Ginger and Ronnie Miller

Jim R. Harrison · Post by **Jim R. Harrison** » 25 Nov 2010 5:55 pm

My humble acknowledgment of a fine singer, taken at the 2010 ISGC. Rest In Peace, Mr. Parker.

Sincerely, Jim Harrison

Buddie Hrabal · Post by **Buddie Hrabal** » 4 Dec 2010 4:29 am

The Steel Guitar World just won't be the same. I'm glad I got to know Rob. He was a blessing in my life. RIP Brother!

Pat Carlson · Post by **Pat Carlson** » 12 Dec 2010 7:58 pm

I can still hear Rob singing an Evening Prayer backed up by the Late Great John Hughey at the Indiana Gospel Show. Rest in Peace my Christian Friend.

Michael Breid · Post by **Michael Breid** » 13 Dec 2010 9:21 am

When Rob told me his age at the last steel show I saw him, it was three years younger than me. Well, old buddy, the jokes on me. Actually, Rob was ten years OLDER than me. He pulled another one of his jokes and I bit. I'll really miss Rob. He was a great friend. Won't be the same at the big steel shows without his great voice, hearty laugh, gentleman personality, and warm smile. It will be a long time, if ever, we hear golden tones from someone like Rob Parker. RIP my friend. God grant you piece. You and Papa John can now jam for eternity.

Jimmy Campbell · Post by **Jimmy Campbell** » 1 Jan 2011 7:35 am

So sorry to read the news about the passing of Rob.
Rest in peace Brother.

Scott Henderson · Post by **Scott Henderson** » 1 Jan 2011 4:29 pm

We got to play golf last week while we were in Texas. Teresa's golf clubs were a gift from Rob and we played nine holes thinking of him. We miss our friend...

Jerry Lee Newberry · Post by **Jerry Lee Newberry** » 3 Jan 2011 5:36 am

We sure do miss him. Steel shows want be the same without him. We love you Rob.

Donna

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