Sam Robinson - Rest In Peace

[RayintheUK]

Simon Alistair ("Sam") Robinson was born on Feb. 2nd. 1968. Within the past ten years there was no British tree-climbing title that he didn't hold (many several times) and when he represented his country in the World Championships, he ranked fourth - the highest position ever attained by a British climber - maybe it still is.

I only knew Sam for around five years and our friendship was initiated by his falling for my daughter, Julia. They became engaged on December 25th. 2004 at the Grand Canyon (part of their Christmas vacation).

Julia and Sam married on December 9th. 2006 - a wonderful day in the Conwy valley in North Wales (where they lived).



Tragically, Sam passed away on January 27th. 2007 due to a particularly virulent and malignant form of melanoma. He was cremated on February 1st. - one day short of his 39th. Birthday. Well over 100 climbers attended from all over the UK to pay their respects. My daughter is numb with grief, as are Sam's parents, his elder brother Andrew, Jean and myself.

Here's Sam in 2003, winning at Highclere, UK:



Rest in peace, dear Sam.

Thanks for listening.

Ray.

[ChrisD]

Ray, I'm very sorry for your daughter's loss. Your family will be in our prayers.

Take care.

[Ed62]

What a tragedy so soon after marriage. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone close, especially your daughter.

Ed

[TB Roye]

Ray;

How tragic, Your daughter and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. It hurts even more when they are so young and full of life. I have never heard of tree climbing championships, interesting will have to look it up.

God Bless

Tom

[SHADOWFOX]

Ray,

Our thoughts and prayers goes out to your daughter Julia and the rest of the family, but you must realize that God's plan for Sam is done here. He will go to a better place without pain to rest. I would like to pray for the ones left behind because they have the pain now. I have never met any of you, but I cry along with you as I write this. My love and wishes for those Sam left behind.

Sincerely,

[Stormbringer]

Very sorry to hear that news Ray. Was actually wondering where you've been. Wishing only the best for all those affected. Greg

[LCHIEN]

Very sorry for you family and esp. your daughter's unimaginable loss.
What a handsome couple.
It's a particularly sad day when a man is lost in his prime.

[cabinetman]

Ray

May the strength of our thoughts be a strength for you and your family.



A THING OF BEAUTY IS A JOY FOREVER - John Keats

[wardprobst]

Ray,

Our thoughts are with you,
Dale

[Mrs. Wallnut]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[crokett]

Ray,

Your daughter and your families are in my prayers.

[dkhoward]

my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

[RodKirby]

Sorry to hear it, Ray. Best wishes from Carole and I.

[JSCOOK]

Sorry to hear about your loss ...

[mater]

That is sad to hear Ray. My prayers are with your family.