Nanuq Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 Hello all. My name is David, I’m Nanuqs son. He told me a lot about his friends on the watch forum, so I thought it would be appropriate to post this here Unfortunately Bob passed away on Monday due to complications from heart failure. He loved this group, or all of the forums he was a part of, and I’m going to post this on all the watch forums he has on his Tapatalk app My Dad was an incredible man, and watches and watch collecting was probably his favorite hobby. I’m currently wearing one that he made for me, probably with help from people here Bob did not suffer in the end, and his passing was peaceful and surrounded by loved ones. I just wanted to let his possible friends know that they were appreciated, and I didn’t want people to wonder why he went radio silent Thank you guys for being his friends. It’s brings me and my family a lot of comfort 2 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HorFan Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 Ah jeez, this makes my heart sink. Rest In Peace, Nanuq. You will be missed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomhorn Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 (edited) Very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great member, and was a pleasure to deal with. The Rolex 5514 in his collection came from me and I can't imagine parting with it to a finer guy. RIP Nanuq, you will be missed ... Edited May 6, 2022 by tomhorn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dluddy Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 I'm crushed. Bob was a great guy and it was a pleasure interacting with his and sharing a love of timepieces. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
automatico Posted May 6, 2022 Report Share Posted May 6, 2022 I have lost three friends in a little over a week. Nanuq makes four. Never met him but he always answered my messages and treated me with respect. Rock on 'nuq. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kernow Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 David, I’m so sorry for you loss. Your dad was a great guy and the backbone of our little piece of the internet here. He will be greatly missed by us all. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Oh, no. That is a very sad news. I'm so very sorry for your loss David. Your dad helped me often, he was a very good man, no question ! With love from Brussels, Belgium. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madasboot Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 David, so, so sorry about yours and our loss. sorry as well since words are failing but on behalf of our friendship I wish him to rest in piece. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thom.son Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 RIP BOB..........you're always in my mind. Really sad T_T 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swdivad Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Oh no!!! This is a very sad story... Bob Nanuq was a bright light of this forum... I'm so sorry for your loss; he will be sorely missed Rest in Peace Bob! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legend Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 Thank you David. Your dad was a great guy who will be missed very much. RIP Bob old friend. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sogeha Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 David, thank you for taking the time to let us know. Bob was immensely proud of you, we talked at length about our respective families, and it a reflection of the kind of family you are that you think of others at this time of grief and loss. The Internet has made the world a curious place. I consider so many here to be friends and Bob was top of the list. We never met, though we did have plans prior to covid. However over many years he always had my back, always was there helping and encouraging and took a genuine interest in me that went far beyond our watch hobby. My deepest condolences to you and your family. I shall sorely miss him Rest in peace Minty 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 David my deepest condolences to you and your family we have lost one of the best. I was fortunate enough to have spent time with Bob as his work brought him to New Jersey and we would do dinner. This afforded us the opportunity to deepen our friendship as we worked closely together here for many years. There has been a lot of dramas and joys in Bob's life and mine over the last few years but when chips were really down we took counsel together, I will miss him greatly. RIP my dear friend the world is lesser place without you. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSTEEL Posted May 7, 2022 Report Share Posted May 7, 2022 I'm so so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, David, I chatted with Bob many times, and he was a supporter of my work. Rip Bob, why are the good guys taken away from us. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 David, I am shocked and saddened by this devastating news. Although distance limited our 2 decade long friendship to the virtual world, Bob was an inspiration in the truest sense of the word. His passion for watches was the fire that made RWG burn so brightly & 1 of the things that kept so many of us coming back for so many years. To say that Bob will be missed is an understatement. And that statement itself is an understatement. I have no idea what, if any, Bob's final wishes were, but I think it goes without saying that his 1st choice would have been to remain with his family & friends. However, a distant second option might have been to be buried behind the wheel of his beloved Land Rover with his Double-Red strapped to his wrist. It is with great sorrow that I say -- Requiescat In Pace, Bob. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiman12 Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 This is sad news indeed!! So sorry to to hear about your loss David. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
denimhead Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 Just had a message regarding Bob, incredibly sad news. We had formed a close friendship over the years and I'll really miss him not being around on the forum. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astonjenks Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 Davd I am so very very sad for you and your family. You know your Dad came over to stay with us in the UK and we raced at the TT in the IOM with Stuart. That was six years ago and Bob became a dear friend of ours. He is in our thoughts and minds as are you and your family. We have phoots of the adventure and I will try to find them to share. Deepest condolences and love to you all. What an amazing guy, 'Hell Yeah' AJ Bob rarly came overeas. He was totally in love with his family and life. We were lucky to spend a couple of weeks with Bob on the occasssion he came to stay with us and be one of our leading team members at the IOM TT. RIP Big Man, youa re sorely missed. AJ 3 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugop Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 David I am saddened to hear of Bobs passing. I joined this community 12 years ago and your dad was one of the first to chime in and help me with projects and advice. He was such a great guy. He will be missed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 8, 2022 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 Hello all. My name is David, I’m Nanuqs son. He told me a lot about his friends on the watch forum, so I thought it would be appropriate to post this here Unfortunately Bob passed away on Monday due to complications from heart failure. He loved this group, or all of the forums he was a part of, and I’m going to post this on all the watch forums he has on his Tapatalk app My Dad was an incredible man, and watches and watch collecting was probably his favorite hobby. I’m currently wearing one that he made for me, probably with help from people here Bob did not suffer in the end, and his passing was peaceful and surrounded by loved ones. I just wanted to let his possible friends know that they were appreciated, and I didn’t want people to wonder why he went radio silent Thank you guys for being his friends. It’s brings me and my family a lot of comfort Thank you all for your words. I’ve read them all, and it makes my family so happy to know that he had so many great friendsWe are just so sad, but we know he’s in a better place, and that’s not some pathetic platitude.He’s there, and some day I’ll see him again! Davd I am so very very sad for you and your family. You know your Dad came over to stay with us in the UK and we raced at the TT in the IOM with Stuart. That was six years ago and Bob became a dear friend of ours. He is in our thoughts and minds as are you and your family. We have phoots of the adventure and I will try to find them to share. Deepest condolences and love to you all. What an amazing guy, 'Hell Yeah' AJ Bob rarly came overeas. He was totally in love with his family and life. We were lucky to spend a couple of weeks with Bob on the occasssion he came to stay with us and be one of our leading team members at the IOM TT. RIP Big Man, youa re sorely missed. AJ Sir are you Andy? 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astonjenks Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 David I most certainly am. We have some wonderful photos your Dad shared of you, your lovely partner and his grandson. AJ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCRich Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 So sorry to hear this. RIP 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macarone Posted May 8, 2022 Report Share Posted May 8, 2022 Sad news! Your father was a pillar in this hobby. May many prayers and blessings shine upon your family during these emotional times ahead. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timelord Posted May 9, 2022 Report Share Posted May 9, 2022 I have only just read your news and am shell-shocked to say the least!!!. My thoughts with my deepest sympathy are with you and your family in these difficult times of bereavement,!!. There are no words I can express to dampen your grief, but can only wish you and loved ones the strength and courage to get through this painful period that nobody is immune from. Whenever I saw a post from Nanuq, I always remember the images he posted of "the midnight sun in Alaska", his land rover and his precious red Seadwelller!!. I would like to also thank you for finding the strength to inform us, as there is never any proper closure to the sudden silence of any correspondences from this virtual world we are all part of in one way or another!! RIP to our Dear Friend and Fellow member!!! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raddave Posted May 9, 2022 Report Share Posted May 9, 2022 Wow , so sad to hear this , in my thoughts and in my prayers . Rest Easy Bro 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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