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Topic: Hal Rugg R.I.P.
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Daryl Stogner
Member From: Yuma, AZ (next to nowhere and north of been there)
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posted 10 August 2005 05:50 PM
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Hal will surely be missed by many in this world, but is a great gift to Heaven. God Bless Hal and his family.Daryl Stogner
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Bob Carlucci
Member From: Candor, New York, USA
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posted 10 August 2005 06:09 PM
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Sad news.. Too many times this past year or so... another of the greats gone from among us.. RIP Hal... Thanks for the wonderful music.... bob |
Randy Candler
Member From: Yuma, Arizona, USA
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posted 10 August 2005 06:46 PM
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Hal will surely be missed, we have been blessed to have known Hal only for a short time. Jonathan was saddend when I told him of Hals passing, but he knows he will see him someday. |
David Spires
Member From: Nashville, TN USA
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posted 10 August 2005 07:07 PM
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I am so sorry for Hal's family at a time like this. This just sucks.I know that he is in a better place, but we will all miss him so. I guess I will never learn the lesson well enough, to make the most of the time you have with your friends, family, and heroes. Our instrument has truely lost one of it's greatest contributors - as a musician and a man. May God Bless Hal and his family, David & Becky Spires |
Michael Barone
Member From: Downingtown, Pennsylvania, USA
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posted 10 August 2005 07:17 PM
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We extend our prayers to Hal Rugg and his family. |
JACK HEERN
Member From: MURPHYSBORO,IL. USA
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posted 10 August 2005 07:21 PM
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The responses from fans, friends and steel lovers pretty well sums it up. What else can be said ? ONE OF THE BEST !
We all have definately expierenced a BLACK TUESDAY
Our Prayers go out for Tammie, Lauren and the rest of the family.
Jack and Virginia
Lauren, you are the best other grand daughter we have ever had . |
Bob Rains
Member From: Abilene, Texas, USA
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posted 10 August 2005 07:40 PM
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Our prayers to Hal's loved ones. We will all miss him. Bob and Juanita Rains |
Terry Edwards
Member From: Layton, UT
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posted 10 August 2005 07:49 PM
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I've been away from the forum for awhile. This was not the news I wanted to find today. Hal was an amazing person and will continue to inspire me.Rest well, Terry |
George Redmon
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posted 10 August 2005 07:54 PM
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he left us so much, great music, memories, and his friendship..a great loss |
David Coplin
Member From: Eugene, Oregon, USA
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posted 10 August 2005 08:11 PM
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Sad, Sad news indeed. I can't believe we have lost another one of our hero's. Hal's
music will live on long past our passing but to think we'll never again see his smiling face sitting behind that magic steel of his is almost too much. Prayers
and thoughts go out to all of the family.
Can't you just picture the sessions that will be taking place after his arrival in Heaven !David Coplin |
Ray Jenkins
Member From: Gold Canyon Az. Pinal U.S.A.
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posted 10 August 2005 08:18 PM
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Just for the fun of it,I named our little get togethers at my house The Arizona Carport Pickers Assoc.I issued cards for membership.You had to attend a pickin sessios to be a member.Hal is a valued member.I now have a sacred spot marked on my carport where he set up.
He told me one day when he was growing up in Tucson,wrangeling horses on his mothers ranch he and a few freinds and family members would get together on Saturday nights and pick on thier carport at the Ranch.He told me he had come full circle,started his playing career on a Arizona carport and now back to the carport again.I am so saddened at my heros passing but I know he no longer suffers from a so destroying disease.Rest in peace my dear freind,see you soon.
Ray and Dixie Jenkins------------------
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J PARKER
Member From: Meridian Miss
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posted 10 August 2005 09:51 PM
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Hal we will surely miss ya my friend but i no god has a place for you to place the wonderful playing that you can do. . Hope to see ya over on the other side one day. Rest in peace my dear brother.. Jim |
Mike Cass
Member From: Nashville,Tn. U.S.A.
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posted 10 August 2005 10:43 PM
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Where I come from,Hal is a bona-fide steel guitar legend and hero. I first met him when I was in my teens up in Minneapolis. A few years later I took a job with his brother-in-law Whitey Evans,and had the priveledge to hang out with Hal and his family several times back then when they would vacation or at holidays. Ruggsy made quite an impression on me at an early age,and what still stands out to me most about him besides his stellar musicianship was how classy a guy he was. Always cool and comfortable with himself,he had the ability to make others feel the same way in his presence. No big-time attitude with Ruggsy;country radio was proof-positive of his stature. So many times one of those classic intros he created would involuntarily steer my car to the shoulder till the song was over.....some of my favorite moments. I'll miss you compadre, and I'll never forget your genorosity and soul. |
Lem Smith
Member From: Fulton, MS. U.S.A.
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posted 10 August 2005 11:36 PM
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Nothing much I can add really, except to say that he will be missed terribly. Hal was an extremely talented musician, and just an all around great guy. This is indeed a sad time for us, but what a great time Hal must be having with family and old friends who have already gone home.Lem |
Bob Putnam
Member From: Cherry Valley, IL
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posted 11 August 2005 04:31 AM
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Hal was always such a gracious person to me, as I took photos of him for the North Tennessee Steel Guitar Association Super Jams and many, many Steel Shows across this country. Hal was very interested in his friends. He always strived to get as many of his peers in the photos as possible. I am going to miss you, Hal. God Bless You.Bob Putnam |
Jeff Lampert
Member From: queens, new york city
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posted 11 August 2005 05:00 AM
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Hal Rugg was an original and keeps company with a a select few players who defined the instrument. His legacy is set forever and I thank him for that.------------------
Jeff's Jazz
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Hook Moore
Member From: South Charleston,West Virginia
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posted 11 August 2005 05:07 AM
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Very sad day 
Hook------------------
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PAUL WARNIK
Member From: OAK LAWN,IL,USA
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posted 11 August 2005 05:20 AM
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I can't say much that hasn't already been said-I'm deeply saddened-Hal was a huge inspiration-I am grateful to have met him and seen him play a number of times-One of the best was a few years ago at Scotty's show when Hal and Buddy jammed together and played each others licks-that I will never forget-thanks for the memories Ruggsey-May perpetual light shine upon him-PW |
Bob Hoffnar
Member From: Brooklyn, NY
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posted 11 August 2005 05:57 AM
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This is such a great loss. I'll be sending a bunch of notes up Hal's way tonight.Bob |
David Dyson
Member From: Maumelle, Arkansas, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 07:01 AM
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We just read about Hal...He will be missed by all...We loved him too...May God bless and comfort his family....David and Jean |
Bob Hayes
Member From: Church Hill,Tenn,USA
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posted 11 August 2005 07:32 AM
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That "SOMBODY"...was always nice & helpfull to this "NOBODY" when ever we were in the same place as each other. Lending his amp,his support,and his Kindness! What a wonderfull talent & what a wonderfull man!. We will all miss him..but he lives on...on those incredible tapes,CD's and DVD's
Our Thoughts and prayers go out to Hal's loved ones and all of his FANS.
Goodbye and may God bless...Hal
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KENNETH ROLLANS
Member From: LITTLE ROCK.ARK PULASKIA
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posted 11 August 2005 08:21 AM
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What a wonderful friend and musician.Hal will be missed by a multitude of people.His memory will live on, His spirit will live on in his music.Hal's passing leaves an earthly loss but a heavenly gain.Safe in the arms of Jesus! What a wonderful ending for a wonderful man.Ken and Dorothy Rollans and their families.------------------
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Terry Sneed
Member From: El Dorado, Arkansas, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 09:38 AM
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Very sorry to hear about Hal. I've been watchin The Wilburn brothers show a lot and Hal was a super picker way back then. I wish I could have met him. He was one of my idols.
may God rest his soul, and give his familly strenght.Terry ------------------
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Wally Davis
Member From: Belleville, Illinois, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 10:24 AM
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I am still at a loss for words at this time. Hal's unbelievable playing was only overshadowed by his greatness as one of the finest people to have ever walked the face of the Earth. Rest in peace our friend and mentor. |
Ron Mercille
Member From: Missouri, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 12:00 PM
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I had the pleasure of sitting next to Hal and playing at 2 of the steel jams given by Bill Jobes. What a talent and nice person. May God bless you and be with your family. Ron & Judy Mercille ------------------
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Tony Rankin
Member From: Miamisburg, OH USA
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posted 11 August 2005 12:38 PM
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Peter Cooper wrote a nice piece in the Tennessean about Hal. You can read it at this link.
http://tennessean.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050811/OBITS/508110381/1090 May God bless and comfort all of Hal's family and friends. Tony Rankin www.daytonambassadorsquartet.com
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John Ummel
Member From: Arlington, WA.
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posted 11 August 2005 01:14 PM
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I'm sure there is a special place in the Angel Band for Hal. |
Mike Richardson
Member From: Rutledge, Georgia, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 03:38 PM
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This is really sad news.Hal was a fine player and a wonderful person to talk with.
R.I.P Hal
Mike Richardson
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Gordy Rex
Member From: Lehigh Valley, Pa.
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posted 11 August 2005 04:01 PM
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Share what you know and leave a piece of yourself with everyone you meet, you'll never really be gone.
Great men like this do it without even knowing it.......
Lets just take a moment................................
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RIP Hal
Gordy [This message was edited by Gordy Rex on 11 August 2005 at 04:03 PM.] |
Murnel Babineaux
Member From: Jennings, Louisiana, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 04:47 PM
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THis is truly a sad day. Once again, just as the day before Jimmy Crawford died, Hal was on my mind last night, so much so that I played one of his recordings. These lung cancer deaths have been rearing their ugly heads lately. Blessings for Hal Rugg, family and friends. |
Jeff Bradshaw
Member From: Leslieville, AB
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posted 11 August 2005 05:44 PM
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Rest in Peace Hal Rugg...My sincere condolences to Hal's family for thier loss. Best regards... Jeff Bradshaw |
Ben ODell
Member From: Agricola, Mississippi, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 06:10 PM
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What a loss and so sad !!! John please pass our wishes on to the family. As I told you, God has a special place ready for Hal !!!
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Richard Sinkler
Member From: Fremont, California
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posted 11 August 2005 07:12 PM
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Man, I hate this. Hal was a big part of my steel guitar life as I watched and learned from him while watching the Wilburn Bros. show as a youngster. While I watched him play "The Preacher" tonight on the Wilburn Bros show, I couldn't hold back the tears. We have truly lost one of the greatest. My prayers go out to Hal's family and friends. RIP good buddy. |
Neil Lang
Member From: Albert Lea, Minnesota, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 07:29 PM
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Hal, an INSPIRATION to all who love our instrument! He will be so sadly missed!Neil |
Dennis Atkins
Member From: St. Paul, Minnesota
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posted 11 August 2005 07:52 PM
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I was afraid to log on tonight, knowing that I might hear of this tragic event. Hal was one of the pioneers of the pedal steel, and as Scotty told the audience in Denver, this past May, now is the time to see the legends of the steel guitar, before they are all gone. We have lost a great player, a great human, and a great friend to everyone. Thanks Hal for allowing me a small corner of your life, and I know that you will be among friends in heaven, with those who have gone before. What a band the angels are listening to tonight.May God grant the family peace at this time, and know that Hal was loved by many people, known to him, and unknown as well. Dennis ------------------
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Mike Dunbar
Member From: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 08:32 PM
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Hal was a class act in every way. My condolences to his family and friends.Mike ------------------
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Joe Naylor
Member From: Avondale, Arizona, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 08:50 PM
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I have had to wait a day or two before I add anything.In January of last year as I walked off the stage at the show in Mesa Hal was standing by the steps. Someone had just said Hi to him but he stoped and told be that I did a great job. That was my first show and I was so shaking so bad I could not believe it. Had I know he was there I would have been worse. He was one of the first to show me some licks and take time to do it over and over till I got it. It was a pleasure for me to help him set-up at a couple of shows in AZ and some jam sessions. Last year in St. Louis I know he was not feeling well so I ask him if I could help. He first said that he could do it but I went ahead any way. What a gentelman. I have had the good fortune of getting help from 5 or 6 great players all have been helpful but none any more than Hal. Joan and the entire family are in my prayers and on many prayer lists around this country and many others. May you Rest in Peace Mr. Hal -- I will come see you for more lick someday. ------------------
Joe Naylor, Avondale, AZ (Phoenix)Desert Rose Guitar, Life Member of the Arizona Carport Pickers Association |
Michael McGee
Member From: Everton, Missouri, USA
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posted 11 August 2005 08:54 PM
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Goodbye, Hal Rugg. I will have to grieve your passing for a while, because you touched me so deeply. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. |
Jeff Coffell
Member From: Killeen Texas
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posted 11 August 2005 11:33 PM
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R.I.P. God Bless!! JC |
Rick Sharp
Member From: Tennessee, USA
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posted 12 August 2005 05:33 PM
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Hey all,
Walter Haynes and I attended a show a while back where Hal performed...he looked so good and had high hopes, but most of all he played like only Hal could...we will miss him and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and other friends.with much regret,
Rick Sharp ------------------
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