Robert Paul Lee (Bobby Lee) Aug 1949 - Mar 2023

Rick Schmidt · Post by **Rick Schmidt** » 8 Mar 2023 12:47 pm

Sigh...so sorry to hear this! Bob made a huge difference in so many of our lives! I think it was this forum that he created that will keep the steel guitar moving forward into the future. God bless and keep him!
Thank you sir! R.I.P.

Orville Johnson · Post by **Orville Johnson** » 8 Mar 2023 12:48 pm

Sincere condolences to B0b's family and may he rest in peace. It's hard to imagine the amount of people whose lives he touched by creating this forum and using his vision to create a community that included everyone from many great masters of the instrument to the humblest beginners.

I met him only once when he was in Seattle and came to a gig I was playing. He seemed to me to be a kind, enthusiastic, and curious person, just the type we need a whole lot more of in this world. Thanks for everything you've done and everything you've left for us...oj

Bill Ladd · Post by **Bill Ladd** » 8 Mar 2023 12:48 pm

RIP b0b!!!

Floyd Lowery · Post by **Floyd Lowery** » 8 Mar 2023 12:57 pm

This is sad news to all of us. My prayers go out to bOb's family. RIP

Pete Nicholls · Post by **Pete Nicholls** » 8 Mar 2023 1:06 pm

Sad indeed. Condolences to friends and family

Guy Cundell · Post by **Guy Cundell** » 8 Mar 2023 1:14 pm

My sincere condolences to Mr Lee's family.

I don't think it to big a call to say that his has been has been the most influential voice in the steel guitar world and his vast legacy will endure.

Rest in peace, Bob.

Jeff Heard · Post by **Jeff Heard** » 8 Mar 2023 1:21 pm

Nobody has done more for the steel guitar community than Bobby Lee.
I am very sad to hear of his passing. b0b was always quick to answer questions, and when the occasional spat or other awkward situation arose on the forum, he always handled it with fairness and grace. I’ve enjoyed his playing too. He had some innovative ideas. You’re missed, b0b! Thanks for everything.
My condolences to the family.

Geoff

Michael McGee · Post by **Michael McGee** » 8 Mar 2023 1:23 pm

IMHO, b0b's idea and vision of a place to discuss all things steel guitar ranks such a close 2nd to the actual invention of pedal steel that I would not know how to measure the distance. Technology can be used for great things or horrible things. b0b knew how to use it in its very best and most powerful way. Thank you so much.

Allen Howington · Post by **Allen Howington** » 8 Mar 2023 1:25 pm

Thanks for your friendship, and all that you put into the Steel Guitar Forum. Steel guitar wouldn't be what it is today without your efforts. So thank you so much for all the years you gave us all so much....

Ben Thomas · Post by **Ben Thomas** » 8 Mar 2023 1:34 pm

Thank you b0b for all you’ve done for this community! God bless his family and friends in this difficult time.

Bob Hoffnar · Post by **Bob Hoffnar** » 8 Mar 2023 1:46 pm

This is so heartbreaking. His wisdom, patience and understanding were the heart of this community. So many of my deepest and most lasting friendships began in this world he created for us. There is no way exaggerate his positive impact on the pedalsteel. I'm going to redouble my efforts to be kind, generous and patient to honour his memory.

Norman Evans · Post by **Norman Evans** » 8 Mar 2023 1:50 pm

My condolences, and prayers for b0b's Family.

Mick Kollins · Post by **Mick Kollins** » 8 Mar 2023 1:54 pm

Just a heartfelt thanks for your love and the gift you gave all of us here at the SGF.

“They are not dead who live in the hearts they leave behind."
Oglala Sioux

Abe Levy · Post by **Abe Levy** » 8 Mar 2023 1:59 pm

RIP Bob. You gave us so much. Thank you.

Steve Matlock · Post by **Steve Matlock** » 8 Mar 2023 2:05 pm

So saddened to hear of the passing of bOb. Thanks for all you have done for the Steel Guitar Community all these years. It's an invaluable resource to all.

David Wright · Post by **David Wright** » 8 Mar 2023 2:08 pm

So sad to hear this, having known b0b for years..had some great times with him at Steel jams and such, you will be missed Thank you for what you did in creating the Steel Forum, You were a true lover of the Steel Guitar....R.I.P ol Friend...

Tom Keller · Post by **Tom Keller** » 8 Mar 2023 2:09 pm

Sad news! Prayers for the family.

Skip Edwards · Post by **Skip Edwards** » 8 Mar 2023 2:09 pm

This is sad and awful news. My sincere condolences to his family, friends and 23,000+ of his steel playing friends.
Vaya con Dios, bOb. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again…You changed the world.

Brandon Montgomery · Post by **Brandon Montgomery** » 8 Mar 2023 2:14 pm

A man I never met, through a personal passion, allowed me to be able explore a musical instrument I’d never thought of playing. Through his work and dedication he brought the joyful experience of the steel Guitar to the internet, and a community gathered around him. His absence will be felt, indefinitely. Thank you Bob, the world is brighter, and has more sense of community because of you.

Dale McPherson · Post by **Dale McPherson** » 8 Mar 2023 2:15 pm

Certainly sad news. RIP

J Fletcher · Post by **J Fletcher** » 8 Mar 2023 2:15 pm

Such sad news . Rest in peace b0b , thank you for all you did . Jerry Fletcher

Philip Tamarkin · Post by **Philip Tamarkin** » 8 Mar 2023 2:17 pm

Devastating. I just heard the news on our local radio station. It's a dark day for the Sonoma County music scene. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Pat Moore · Post by **Pat Moore** » 8 Mar 2023 2:19 pm

Just saw this.

🎚 b0b

Willie Faris · Post by **Willie Faris** » 8 Mar 2023 2:23 pm

Sincere condolences to the Lee family and the tribe of friends and fans of Mr. Lee. The forum is the pinnacle place for steel guitar. Thank you sir and rest easy. Will ride one on the horn for you tonight.

Earl Foote · Post by **Earl Foote** » 8 Mar 2023 2:28 pm

Very sorry to hear this. Rest in peace bOb.

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Robert Paul Lee (Bobby Lee) Aug 1949 - Mar 2023

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RIP b0b

RIP Bobby

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