For those of you who knew Duffy...

[Pudelpointer]

Just found out that he passed away on his way to AFGA conference yesterday.

While there wasn't too many issues we agreed on, he was a strong voice in our community.

God bless Robin.

[rugatika]

Very sad to hear that, we sure had our arguments and differences of opinion on here, but he seemed like a genuine guy. My condolences to his family.

[martinnordegg]

Holy Cow!! I just had lunch with him at a backcountry meeting and had a great chat with him about high mountain lakes. That's shocking!!

Condolences to his family and friends. Robin Rest in Peace.

[Dacotensis]

I guess he's not coming to grab a skunk by the tail at my place.
He said it could be done no problem but never took me up on my offer to watch him do it.

Judging by his posts that I remember on the subject, he will be at peace with his god.

[Lefty-Canuck]

Wow as much as we may have clashed on certain things he always brought up topics that generated a bunch of valuable discussion.

I will never forget the penguin camo jacket....RIP.

LC

[Big Daddy Badger]

I do not recall ever actually crossing swords with Duffy which... in retrospect made him a pretty rare bird.
I do recall that he liked to mix it up a bit... challenge ideas and keep folks thinking.
He was a bantum...and I like that quality in people regardless of whether or not I always agree with them.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

God speed Duffy.

[Jamie]

Anyone know how Duffys wife is doing?

That's to bad to read.
The Penguin jacket was fantastic!

Jamie

[Tundra Monkey]

RIP Duffy

Thoughts and prayers sent to your family Bud.

[Dick284]

R.I.P
Robin

My condolences to his family.

[huntsfurfish]

Sad to here. My condolences to his family.

[Lefty-Canuck]

Here is the Penguin camo we speak of....

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b174/duffy4/103_09-ant-3.jpg


LC

[Big Daddy Badger]

Geeze... I think I met him at an auction one time in Red Deer.

Little fella... curly light brown hair?

Small world.:(

[sureshot]

Sorry to hear. RIP Duffy.

[220swifty]

RIP Robin,

We didn't always agree, but you were always a gentleman about it.

[lilsundance]

Sorry to hear that. My condolence's to his family. He will be missed by many.

[flyguyd]

Well, thats sad. He was a thorn in my side a few times, but a discussion isnt worth having if everyone is of the same opinion. R.I.P Duffy

[Ken07AOVette]

My deepest condolences to family and friends. Sad day. :(

[avb3]

So sad to hear. Robin had his ways, but he had a genuine concern for conservation and pushed it often.

RIP, Robin, and my condolences to his family. As many others, way to young.

[igorot]

Robin had his ways, but he had a genuine concern for conservation and pushed it often.
Just found out that he passed away on his way to AFGA conference yesterday.

No doubt about it. Godspeed on your journey to the great hunting ground over yonder. RIP

[2 Tollers]

I work with Duffy's brother and know that this was a huge shock to the family. Tim from all of us the University we wish you and your family all the best at this difficult time.

[IR_mike]

RIP

My condolences to his family and friends.

[1899b]

Very very sad to hear. RIP Robin....

[flipper62]

Yes, Robin had a way of getting you engaged in a conversation and could really get you thinking. F&G meetings won't be the same.

Rest in Peace Duffy.

Funeral services are being planned for next week, I will update when I find out.

[TBark]

Sad news.

TBark

[Redfrog]

That is sad news. Condolences and prayers for his family. You never had to wonder where he stood on issues.

[fatboyz]

Though many here didn't agree with his position regarding ATV's, none can deny that he was a great Promoter and supporter of Hunting, Fishing, and outdoor recreation. The weekly column he wrote in the local paper was that of the average Alberta hunter, not the professional hunter hype you read in many magazines.
Rest in Peace my friend, watch over us as we continue to enjoy the outdoors you so loved!


http://i700.photobucket.com/albums/ww2/fatboyz0001/201_0359_zps8e09663a.jpg

[flygirrl]

That is so sad to hear, life is so fleeting, condolences to his family

[mudbug]

My thoughts and prayers for his family

[CNP]

Truly sad to hear of this. Condolences and prayers to his family.

[getasheep]

The man was as passionate about the outdoors as any. Horrible news to hear. Rest in peace Duffy and my thoughts are with his family.

[chauncy]

Condolences to his family. RIP Duffy.

[CaberTosser]

Despite having butt heads with the man repeatedly online I am saddened to hear this, my condolences to his friends and family.

[Brady]

Not too much will get me to come out of my exile, but this certainly will. Thanx Tuc, for letting me know.
Robin was one of my favorite posters right from the start of the old board. Even while acting as a mod on this forum, I thought Robin did very well in provoking thought, and promoting discussion.
RIP Robin, you will be missed greatly. I wish your family the best......

Bryan

[Scott N]

Sad news, RIP.

[newguy]

He was a friend to all who loved the outdoors. RIP sir.

[Albertadiver]

It was clearly evident by all that Duffy loved and cared for his family deeply. A quality I strive to imitate. He also loved the outdoors, although my opinion and his often differed greatly in these matters as to how to approach things.

My sincere condolences to his family and close friends.

[sjd]

A big loss to the hunting community in Rocky and further afield.

A conservationist and a gentleman.

[hal53]

"but most of all, he loved the fall"
RIP

[FishingMOM]

Rest in peace sir.

[super7mag]

Condolences to the family , very sad news .

[bagwan]

RIP Duff. My condolences to his family.

[diamond k]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

[KWO]

Very sad news. Rest in peace, Duffy.

[Mistagin]

Condolences too his family. I always enjoyed his posts. He will be missed.

[Stinky Buffalo]

I'm really saddened to hear that. I sure miss his posts.

Condolences to his family.

[gramps73]

RIP Robin...

[pickrel pat]

cya later duffy. Put in a good word for me. my condolences to family and friends.

[Lefty-Canuck]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

That's a thoughtful idea....I'll second that if it means anything.

LC

[gramps73]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

Would be a very calssy move in deed...

[pickrel pat]

That's a thoughtful idea....I'll second that if it means anything.

LC

3rd that!

[pickrel pat]

Would be a very calssy move in deed...

agreed... or at the very least, just remove banned.

[Big Daddy Badger]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

I agree.

I never really did understand why he was banned in the first place.
Maybe I've forgotten somethimg...

Actually...it'd be nice if we remembered all the forum members that have left us.
Maybe even place their names in a special members section for those that wish to take a stroll down memory lane.

[Roebag]

This is terrible news. We(rimbey fish & game) had been working together on a resolution around cow elk hunting in 332 and 330. He had a lot of passion for conservation and fair chase. Any issues that arose were in good hands when he was following up on them. This is a big loss to the outdoor community.

Still in shock about it

Rob

[Alberta Bigbore]

R.I.P. Robin.

[CaberTosser]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

X6. Perhaps something along the lines of "Gone Hunting" or "Gone Fishing" reflecting a members favorite pastime.

[220swifty]

X6. Perhaps something along the lines of "Gone Hunting" or "Gone Fishing" reflecting a members favorite pastime.

I was thinking the same thing.

[Big Daddy Badger]

I was thinking the same thing.

I suppose that we could just start a thread...like the word association one.
Members could contribute....
That seems a bit cheesy compared to an actual memorial section though.

[Sooner]

I was one who truly enjoyed almost all of his threads as he was a dedicated man to our sport and the outdoors. I am saddened to hear of this. Wishing his family strength in a tough time. May the eternal hunting grounds be favorable to you MR Duffy.

[hayseed]

Very tragic and sad news to hear.

May Robin find that favorite meadow to fish and hunt peacefully ......

RIP Duffy4.....:(

[sjemac]

Sad to see you pass Robin

[KegRiver]

I didn't know Duffy/Robin. But I did notice him.

We never really talked but his love for the outdoors was evident.

And may be that is what lead me to write this for him. It's been a lot of years since I wrote any poetry. About 50 years as I recall.

But for whatever reason nothing else says what I thought of the man the way I want it to.

So here is to Duffy/Robin. God speed my brother.


The perfume of Wild Roses.
Wind rustles the grass.
Sun warm on one's shoulders.
Soft ground under foot.

The cry of the Eagle.
Wind moans in the trees.
The laughter of rapids.
Cool shadowed forest.


You were born for wild places.
At home with the Deer.
And there may you rest.
God speed my brother.

written by J H Tupper. February 19 2014

I know it's not going to win any literary awards, but that's not the point.
It's simply my way of expressing what I feel.

[ali#1]

Not sure if I interacted with Duffy but I feel sad for his family. RIP my AO brother.

[Tactical Lever]

Sorry to hear of his passing. I too miss his posts, and think the banned title should be removed. He is one of the posters I would have liked to meet; and am pretty sure I will, one day.

[Jamie]

Although I did not always agree you can not argue his passion. I thought it was a huge loss to this forum when he was banned. As a act of forgivness I think changing his status from banned to remebered would be fitting to a guy who did share the same passion we all have

As a sponsor and a fellow outdoorsmen , I agree with this wholeheartedly.

Jamie

[canadiantdi]

Very sad indeed.. Good time to give our families some extra love... I like the idea of changing his status from banned to remembered.

[shooter]

RIP Duffy! Best wishes to your family and friends.

[purgatory.sv]

I did not know him, I seen him at several gun shows, he was always personable.
I believe he left the form on his own. [He had options but did not act?]
It was for a reason.
He was a true advocate of respecting the resources of Alberta.
I know he valued family and friends.
He will be missed.
But will be remembered

[lilsundance]

FYI guys his ban has been lifted out of respect for the man, his love and loyalty to his family and the outdoors.

[threeforthree]

My condolences to his family and friends.

[walking buffalo]

This is very sad news.

Robin truly cared for Nature.

You will be missed.

[Dacotensis]

:happy0034:
FYI guys his ban has been lifted out of respect for the man, his love and loyalty to his family and the outdoors.

[thumper]

Our wild places are a little emptier today.
R.I.P. Robin

[Rocks]

Duffy definitely left his mark on AO. I didn't always agree with him, but he was a passionate outdoorsman. RIP Robin.

[Jamie]

FYI guys his ban has been lifted out of respect for the man, his love and loyalty to his family and the outdoors.

Very nice touch.

Classy.

[tyu33]

Condolences to his family and friends.

[Brady]

FYI guys his ban has been lifted out of respect for the man, his love and loyalty to his family and the outdoors.

Nice touch Del, et al.

[Matt L.]

Godspeed Robin. You'll be missed.

[outlaw'd]

Our condolences to his family and friends.

[gitrdun]

Very sad news. Sincere condolences to the family and may Robin rest in peace.

[Young Eldon]

Robin was a strong gift to Alberta's outdoors community. He certainly danced to a different drummer and if he had a fault it was to let his passion override his desire to improve the fish and wildlife issues that he so loved to pursue. His premature passing makes me realize how much time I enjoyed in his presence.
I flew many helicopter hours with him, kept his ugly mule for a year when he was in Australia,shared many jokes with him, attended several F&G conventions with him, burnt some brush with him and finally helped retrieve his truck from Struble lake a few weeks ago.
The wolves will be relieved to discover he no longer haunts their country and the rest of us will need to find a new champion of Alberta's wild country.
My condolences to his family since I know very well how much he loved sharing the outdoors with them!
Eldon

[Redfrog]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwgRQEO8iKA

And one more coyote was heard.

R.I.P.

[bessiedog]

Prayers to his family.

His posts had passion. He cared.

[tap33]

Never knew Duffy, but always had an interest to view his posts and see his angle on things. We lost a fellow outdoorsmen. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends.

[Kev]

I will miss Robin. Our fish and game resources have one less voice.

[ali#1]

Next time I'm out with my 12 gauge il fire 3 in the air for duffy.

[redranger15]

Prayers to the family, sorry to here.

[Big Daddy Badger]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CwgRQEO8iKA

And one more coyote was heard.

R.I.P.

That was really nice RF... thanks for sharing it with us.:)

[duffy4]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b174/duffy4/103_09-ant-3.jpg


LC

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[srp71]

Condolences to Robins family and friends.RIP Duffy4

[Kanonfodder]

We liked some ideas posted so see post 88

[Smoke]

We liked some ideas posted so see post 88

Kanonfodder, very classy, that man earned this, great man, he fought for us, for those of you that never got to meet him, trust me, he was an ambassador.

[bb356]

My condolence's to the family ... a big thumb's up to the class act of gone hunting .

[Jamie]

We liked some ideas posted so see post 88

Perfect.

[Matt L.]

Excellent Kanon. A great tribute.

[Dark Wing]

I pulled this pic from the AO gallery

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v377/Di1/gallery-photo-6.jpg


RIP Duffy

[honda450]

Dang man very sad news indeed , just read it this morning.

My condolences to his family.

RIP Robin (Duffy, Deerman).

[whitetail Junkie]

Very Sad....RIP

[Brady]

We liked some ideas posted so see post 88

I like that Dean, good stuff.

[Don Andersen]

Knew Robin for many years. His heart was in the right place.

Very sad news,

Don

[Soulcousin]

I don't post much....

but I always enjoyed reading the threads that Duffy4 was involved with.

Thanks Redfrog for that song.

God Bless Robin in Rocky

[Grizzly Adams]

I pulled this pic from the AO gallery

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v377/Di1/gallery-photo-6.jpg


RIP Duffy

Duffy definitely had a taste for unusual shirts. :lol:

Grizz

[YoteStopper]

Sorry to hear.....

[Beerfish]

I am Robin "Duffy"'s brother. Just a thanks to all who experssed good wishes and expressed condolences in this thread. Robin really liked this web forum and we often talked about topics on this forum. (And sometimes about how his posts had been misinterpreted which is common with web forums as opposed to chatting with a person over a beer face to face.)

I think Robin enjoyed all the things that go along with hunting and fishing as much as the actual hunts or fishing trips. Setting up web cames, scouting areas, looking for shed antlers, guns shows and auctions etc.

Once again thanks for the good thoughts.

[diamonddave]

RIP Robin, my condolences to the family. I'm sure your kids will remember their late trip out with dad.

[adogwiththumbs]

Rip Robin. Have peace knowing your passion is being carried on by fellow outdoors people. Many will feel your presence in natures cathedral.

[Donkey Oatey]

I didn't see eye to eye with Duffy on many things but could appreciate his passion.

My condolences to his family in this time of grieving.

[elkhunter11]

Like many other forum members, I often disagreed with Duffy's point of view, but the man certainly was passionate about the outdoors. RIP.

[Dunezilla]

R.I.P. Duffy. Duffy was one of the fellows who understood my first thread I started before this board started in 2007. Brady, Alberta Big Bore & who ever else was on the Old A.O. forum.

[The Fisherman Guy]

Rest in peace Duffy. See you in the woods.

[heybert]

Rest in Peace Robin. Glad to have finally met you in person last year.

[brownbomber]

Sad to hear. Hope his family does their best to cope with their loss. My condolences.

[grouse_12]

Sorry to hear. Rip Duffy. Condolences to the family

[Justanotherbuck2]

I always enjoyed posts from Duffy, sure will miss his input. Best to his family and freinds.

[nekred]

Sincere condolences....With all Respect!

[DarkAisling]

What a sad loss for those who loved him and outdoors community as whole. I always enjoyed reading his posts. Rest in peace, Duffy.

[Rather Be Hunting]

Hopefully he's out scouting in his new "hunting territory"!!:)
R.I.P.