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Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Erin Neathery

Erin Neathery — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:48:19 +0000

What a lovely tribute! I was lucky enough to work with Bob and his wife Vickie (and Laura, who’s upthread) on a charity commemorating their son Derek and his struggle with cancer and got to know the family very well. I was also one of the “walking wounded,” having lost my spouse to suicide a very young age. I understood grief all too well. Bob asked me one day how I had gotten through it. I said I simply got up each day and breathed in and out because that’s all I could do. Giving up was not an option.

Bob told me Otto’s story, and then in the next breath made me laugh so hard I nearly peed my pants. One night, right before he went onstage, I was able to return the favor. It was such a gift that I was able to make this comic genius laugh until tears rolled down his face.

My heartfelt prayers and love go out to the entire Schimmel family, especially his beautiful children. Godspeed, Bob!

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Augusta Wellington

Augusta Wellington — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:15:41 +0000

Bob helped me get through so many of life challenges with his humor. I will be forever grateful. I just hope wherever he is, he finally has some peace. It is well deserved and about time.

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by JDNorCal

JDNorCal — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:15:35 +0000

I was fortunate enough to interview Robert several times during my stint as a DJ in Las Vegas (a 20 year stint)… He was always great! I remember him as a friend, a very funny guy and someone who, even with all the adversity he faced, felt truly blessed with his children and his ability to get through things like cancer and liver disease. I bet he’s laughing right now at the irony. We miss you Robert, and let’s all send a special prayer to his kids. I can’t imagine the sadness that must fill his daughter’s heart right now.

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Dan

Dan — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:06:30 +0000

Thanks for sharing about Bob. He was an incredible man; a legend and an inspiration, and he will be dearly missed. The world is a much sadder place without him in it.

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Diane Attilio

Diane Attilio — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:48:47 +0000

Larry, thank you so much for posting this blog about Robert Schimmel. He was one of my family’s favorite comedians (and so are you, beginning with the “5 Stages of Drinking”).

This is now another of my favorite simple words of wisdom and truth. I think Robert Schimmel’s father’s advice goes hand-in-hand with M. Scott Peck’s opening paragraph in his “The Road Less Traveled” book. The words are very simple, but profound.

“Life is difficult. This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths. It is a great truth because once we truly see this truth, we transcend it. Once we truly know that life is difficult–once we truly understand and accept it–then life is no longer difficult. Because once it is accepted, the fact that life is difficult no longer matters.”

So … “If you want to live, get up and keep going.”

By the way, my grandson and I were staying at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa in late July and were sitting a few tables away from you at breakfast. My 13-year-old grandson has now been introduced to your humor!

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by John from Ojai

John from Ojai — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:30:24 +0000

Thanks for the heartfelt comment on Robert Schimmel. One more tragedy for his list…after all his years in showbiz, his mother got a book deal before he did.

Larry, loved the podcast, especially the theme music. Left more compliments on the site, looking forward to your next one.

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Laurie Webb

Laurie Webb — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:03:12 +0000

Thank you, for the great tribute to Robert’s life. I just found out about him like a month ago, but he was so damn funny. I’m glad I was introduced to him via Facebook. Finally, thanks, for touching our lives, Robert….may you RIP….♥

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by gary schulze

gary schulze — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:46:20 +0000

the loss of robert schimmel will rank up there with me
on the level of Sam Kinison both are greatly missed

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Mara Makler

Mara Makler — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:27:56 +0000

Thanks Larry, I found your blog through Robert\\\’s sister Sandy. I met Robert 30 years ago when he was crashing in Sandy\\\’s dorm. I became friends with him and am still close to his sister. I was in LA the week that Robert became a comedian at the improv. Who knew how successful he would be and how much pain he would have to overcome. He amazed me that he could take a tragedy like the death of his son and find the humor and pathos in it. I just saw the family at his mom funeral last month. I like to think that his mom has embraced him because I think he couldn\\\’t take much more. Bobby gave hisall but itwasn\\\’t enough. RIP Bobby, you will be missed but know that the family will be ok. Love and miss you. \\"the tuna fish Lady!\\"

Comment on ROBERT SCHIMMEL by Robert Envall

Robert Envall — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:13:59 +0000

Larry,

Thanks for the loving tribute to Bob. You are indeed a class act that I can honestly say has kept me laughing for many, many years.

Let us ll tip our glasses to Bob, and celebrate his life. He would not want mourners (unless they had really big tits)