Many of you know Rob Davis from these EMS forums. He often posted and would have a picture of John Wayne or Chuck Norris as his avatar. Rob passed away last night after a long and horrendous battle with Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS). I actually diagnosed him after the last EMStock and he asked that I not tell anybody (which I did not). He died at his mother's house in Mansfield, TX. I heard less and less from him toward the end. Like many with ALS, he was angry. Many of us from Fort Worth worked with Rob in EMS. He was a bright and passionate guy. He did like to stir the sh*t as well. Per his request, no funeral will be held. There may be some memorial service later but I have not heard.
Thanks.
Bryan
Bryan Bledsoe, DO, FACEP, FAAEM, EMT-P
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Robert (Rob) Davis
Started By bbledsoe, Oct 03 2011 05:07 PM
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:26 PM
This is sad news. Rob was the first person to welcome me here to the city, and we have had many long and spirited discussions in forums and in chat. His skill and knowledge in the profession, and his no-nonsense ability to make his point without pulling any punches made many of us stand back and reevaluate our thinking. His dedication to the betterment of the profession was deep, and he will be sorely missed.
My condolences to his family, and to those who were fortunate enough to call him friend.
Paul
My condolences to his family, and to those who were fortunate enough to call him friend.
Paul
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:36 PM
RIP Rob, also my condolances to his family, and to those of us here that were able to call him a friend.....
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:39 PM
Im sorry to hear of his passing, he was a great proponent for change and professionalism in EMS. Personally, I hope to bring even a fraction of his dedication and pride to my own EMS career. His contribution to this webforum will be missed.
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:52 PM
So long DustDevil....we had some good times in both Iraq and Florida. Will miss ya buddy!
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:54 PM
My whole day is shot from here on out. I need a drink.
When I saw the topic title, I knew what the post was going to be about.
When I saw the topic title, I knew what the post was going to be about.
Edited by Ruffems, 03 October 2011 - 06:11 PM.
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 05:59 PM
My heart goes out to all.
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 06:02 PM
RIP.
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 06:58 PM
Rest in peace brother.
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Posted 03 October 2011 - 07:08 PM
Rest in peace Rob.
I am truly greatful for all you have done .....
A sad day
I am truly greatful for all you have done .....
A sad day
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