Condolence: It's hard to say goodbye to an old friend. I received news of Bob's passing and it was quite a shock. We grew up together and made Longmont know we were there.
We had just been to our 50th high school reunion last year and got to relive a lot of the memories of our group. Bob was one of the leaders of our pack.
My deepest condolences go to your family. You will be missed by one and all.
Goodbye my friend.

Condolence: I was saddened and shocked today to learn of Bob Laber’s passing. This man was always larger than life to me. Although he and my own father had very similar upbringings, they were so very different. I always thought Bob (uh, Mr. Laber) was so cool. I’ve been very disconnected from your family now for some time. A few years ago, as I was standing up to address the crowd at my dad’s memorial service, I looked out at the people in attendance. I could not make out any faces due to my own tears and old age, I just remember looking out. And there in the back, was the familiar shape or Bob’s head. It made me happy to know he was there, but as was his nature, he was gone by the time I got to the back of the church again. He did leave a sweet note in a card for us, though. I treasure that memory…as well as many memories of your family. I know that the grief that you’re experiencing right now can feel paralyzing at times, but take comfort knowing he lived a happy life and was well-loved and full of love for his wife and family…you could just tell.