Bobby Flores RIP

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Post by Floyd Lowery »

Such sad news. We who love music lost one of our great ones. My prayers for his family and friends. RIP Bobby
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Post by Fred Martin »

Sorry to hear ! What a loss this is ! True to his music and one of a kind !
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Post by Buddie Hrabal »

A loss to Real Country music! Another Cherokee Cowboy gone home to see the "Chief". God bless you and the memories you have made. RIP
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OMG, this is really a shock. A super talented musician and an overall nice true gentleman.

RIP, Bobby!

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Post by Wayne Quinn »

WOW so sorry to hear of this sad news Bobby was one the best. talent like no other i loved everything i ever herd with Bobby in it . and i know he will be playing on the Great Golden Stage for sure RIP my friend and thanks for all that great music
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Post by Henry Matthews »

So sorry to hear this. I didn’t know Bobby personally but been following his music for years. Very talented guy. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
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...honk if you've never seen an uzi fired out of a car window...


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Post by Neil Lang »

Bobby....He gave his beautiful gift of music to the world to share! We were so very fortunate to have had him here at our theatre!! We will NEVER EVER forget him!
Rest In Peace...

Prayers and condolences to his family.

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Neil, Barb, Steph, Beau and Randy.
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I was lucky enough to meet Bobby about 12 years ago in Ft. Worth . He was very friendly, hospitable, and gracious. His talent and passion for real country music stood apart from many. I hope and wish younger folks will get turned on to Bobby and his music.

Peace and love to family, and be assured, The Cowboys are dancing in heaven tonight!

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Mark Shuda wrote:I was lucky enough to meet Bobby about 12 years ago in Ft. Worth . He was very friendly, hospitable, and gracious. His talent and passion for real country music stood apart from many. I hope and wish younger folks will get turned on to Bobby and his music.

Peace and love to family, and be assured, The Cowboys are dancing in heaven tonight!

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Post by Pat Moore »

Such sad news. One of the best ever in more ways that one!
I always wanted to meet him, but never got the chance. He was my favorite on several shows I watch on RFD TV.
R.I.P. Bobby! You're sadly missed already!
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Post by Herb Steiner »

Upon recollection these past few days, I believe that Bobby was the greatest "all around" musician I've ever worked with. He was a master of anything with strings on it.
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I'm sure he was welcomed by Randy,,,and Jimmy,,, and Ray and MANY others, , RIP my friend,,,,
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Post by Lynn Stafford »

Gosh, such very sad news indeed. Bobby was so very talented and brought such wonderful music into our world. He will most certainly be missed by many!

My deepest condolences to his friends and family.
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Post by Tony Prior »

So very sorry to hear this, a very talented man

RIP Bobby
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Post by Craig Stock »

RIP Bobby, a nice tribute to him below!


https://www.savingcountrymusic.com/texa ... -has-died/
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...honk if you've never seen an uzi fired out of a car window...


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Post by Marco Schouten »

What a sad news. My condolences to Bobby's family and friends.
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I second what Larry King had to say in his post. Could play anything with strings on it and play it well. I saw him in St. Louis at the midnight show years ago. Johnny Cox on steel and the drummer and bass were great people we know but can't remember their names now. It was the show of shows. I have some of his CD's and have visited with him on the phone a few times.
A true Gentleman. RIP Bobby. J.R. Rose
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Post by Bobby D. Jones »

Very sad news, Rest in Peace Bobby, Condolences to the family.
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Post by Gary Hoetker »

Have the private services for Bobby been held? Sure miss him!!
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Post by Doug Childress »

I first met Bobby in St. Louis, Mo. at the ISGC. He came up to play with Dicky Overby when Dicky was inducted into the Hall of Fame. I was blown away by his musicianship. Being from Texas I have followed him through the years and having seen and heard the very best fiddle players beginning with Bob Wills, I personally think Bobby had them all beat. He was the best. Rest in peace Bobby, we miss you.
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