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michelle and garry bovee of gansevoort,new york posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
amy,carter,cy and family..i just heard of your loss..we are very sorry..you guys have been through alot...garry and i did not know russ well but we knew seth very well so russ im sure was a great guy..our prayers r with u
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Dan Combs of Blue Ridge Mtns, Virginia posted a condolence
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Russ, you built things that will endure for years, and left Cy, Carter and Casey to carry your legacy. Mom, Dad and Jerry would be proud. At your services I told of the trials and tribulations of growing up with you, and of the transformation that took place as you had your own kids. But I didn't speak of the 'keys' for Christmas, nor of my first fisher, nor the one time we fought as if to kill each other. There is too much - our lives were too integrated in spite of how different we were. I hope you heard everything everyone said. We shall raise the rafters with a Hubba-Hubba for Skinocki next summer.
Most importantly, I will do all that I can to help Cy, Carter and Casey endure and accept your loss, pursue their dreams and have lives of which you would be proud. I know you would be proud of them now, in this most difficult of moments. Each is making sacrifices that should not be asked of them, and exhibiting strength and wisdom beyond their years. And what would make you most proud of all, they are working together building bridges worthy of your craftsmanship. Our lives will never be the same. But you taught us all how to do what we need to endure, to accept, and to honor your memory. Thanks for all the years, all the battles, all the work, all the memories, for everything. I will miss you always, Dan.
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Brett Booker of Manchester, England posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Russ was my friend and "big brother" for 5 awesome pre-seasons and closed sessions at FLC. We built cabins, dug holes, felled trees, put in new docks, fixed roofs and did a whole host of other jobs while sharing great times together. Work was never dull and I will always remember him with great fondness. Amy, Cy, Carter and Casey - I love you all and you are in my thoughts constantly.
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Soweto Abdus-Salam of Minneapolis, Minnesota posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Mr. Combs was a wonderful person and neighbor. He was always so kind and considerate to me, and every time I saw him he sincerely wanted to know how things were going. He even helped me get my first job as a camp counselor at FLC. My condolences to Mr. Combs family and friends. I have included his name in my prayers.
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Fred Shepardq of Hamilton, MA posted a condolence
Monday, August 23, 2010
We miss you, dear friend Russ. Requiescas in pace.
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Penny Carpenter of Palm Desert, CA posted a condolence
Sunday, August 22, 2010
I am Jill's mother (Dan's partner Jill) and I just want to say how sad I am upon hearing of Russ' death.......I didn't know him personally, but knew of him......I know he'll be missed by all who knew and loved him. Penny Carpenter
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Dana Power posted a condolence
Friday, August 20, 2010
Russ taught me to give more than you take in this world. I'm going to miss him for ever.
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Bill Cottone of So. Glens Falls, NY posted a condolence
Friday, August 20, 2010
My sympathy goes out to Rusty's family and loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I might have lost touch with Rusty but he was a great kid to grow up around. And after running into him years after I left the Warrensburg area he remembered me. I guess that's the kind of person he became. Bill Cottone
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Kim Combs of Yelm, WA posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
We will always miss the lost time, and you Russ...
Love,
Erick, Kim, Alex & Andrew
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Karla Klussendorf of Annandale, VA posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I have so many fonds memories of Rusty from high school.
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Dave Hall of North River,NY posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Russ truly loved his family and friends. Russ was a great carpenter who truly loved his job at Forest Lake. Not only was he my brother in law he was also my friend. Russ you will certainly be missed. Dave Hall
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Dan Murphy of New Jersey posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
It is with enormous internal pain I finally write these words I had until now been able to address. Through the 30 years I have been able to call Russ a friend, I have watched a teenager, filled with anxiety and quick temper, attack the trails of life with will and vigor. A formidable physical specimen, Russ could be intimidating by his mere presence. However, inside was a soft and caring man. Time and growth allowed us all to witness a beautiful transformation. I remember a moment early in our years when Russ had asked me to help teach him how to hit a softball to the right side of the field. I was more than happy to assist, as the FLC ball supplies were dwindling with each forceful swing he took landed another ball toward the science shop..or worse yet, the woods! That fist long fly to right and over the lodge hill ended with a loud thud as it caromed off the camp van in the lodge driveway. The smile he had on his face was priceless and when he looked my way his intimidating presence melted away on the spot. I knew then, we'd be friends for life.
I grieve not only for his family, but the bountiful numbers of friends who loved him and will now and always cherish their own wonderful moments. I'll keep that smile in my memory forever. I love ya Russ..
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Mike Clarke of Sheffield, England posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
News of your passing has spread far my friend. I am so sorry to hear of the sad news. Rusty was my friend for nearly 25 years and I will cherish the many fond memories. My condolences to you all.
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The Crandalls of Warrensburg, NY posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Our prayers and condolences to Rusty's friends and family.Keep the memories close.Larry,Lynn & Nikki.
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Jacque Kenyon Wells posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
My sincere sympathy to Rusty's family and loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Melissa Thomas and Family of Diamond Point, NY posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Our prayers and condolences to all - We are so sorry for your loss.
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Robin Richards of Warrensburg, NY posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Thoughts and prayers to you all during this very difficult time.
Robin
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Heidi McDonald of Melbourne, Australia posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Russ..big guy..gone too soon..we cherish the memories..always.. Your friends Heidi and China xxx
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Cindi Carpenter-Thies of Hartland, Maine posted a condolence
Thursday, August 19, 2010
To the families of Russ,
Deepest Sympathy to all. I have fond memories of riding the school bus with Erick, Rusty,Eva, and Dan. I remember Rusty wearing his basketball jersey on days he had a game and the many photos in the yearbook of him with his team. What a great loss. Thinking of all in your time of sorrow.
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Sherry "Griffin" Carr of Crown Point New York posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Our sympathy to the family. I knew your Mom and Dad and probably Russell as children. May the Lord be with all of you.
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Jack and Mary Shepard of North Sutton, New Hampshire posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
We are grateful to Russ for his friendship with our sons and for his incredible talent. We send our love to deepest sympathy to his family.
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The Roth's posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Cherish the memories...Kevin, Bonni, Abby & Kerrigan
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Cassie Carleton of Warrensburg, NY posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
My condolences goes out to the entire family. Rest In Peace Russ!
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Jon Flick of East Northport, New York posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Rusty was almost always there to greet me when I returned to Forest Lake Camp for the reunions. I have such fond memories of watching him play basketball and softball while I was a camper. Rusty was like a big brother at times, while a best friend during others. His wide smile is something I will never forget, as well as the mischievous look in the glint of his eyes during others. He will be sorely missed.
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Phil Swirbul of Palisades Park, New Jersey posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
To think that Russ - such a strong, active, and solid person -is gone is hard to accept. A highlight of my annual pilgrimage to Jake's Slobberfest was catching up with Russ - and complimenting him on the excellent work he'd been doing on the place. In fact, I think there is a close parallel to be drawn between the sturdy and solid woodwork Russ built and the kind of person he was. His work - and his presence - will endure and will be missed.
My condolences to his family and loved ones, and my apologies for not being able to be there. Russ is in my thoughts and prayers today.
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Cynthia Grace of Lake George, NY posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
I remember 4th grader, Rusty, as a little blond haired fellow with a charming smile.
I am having a hard time with this death. Rusty was the same age as our daughter Debra, was in her class & a friend.
It reminds us that loss doesn't always depend on age but can happen to anyone at anytime.
It also reminds us that we are never prepared for loss of our young people, because Rusty is still that blond haired 4th grader with the charming smile in my memory.
Rest in peace, Rusty, you are still with us and always will be.
Mrs. G
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Janis Merrithew of Wrbg, NY posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Combs family and friends. Rusty and my brother David spent many hours together and I just saw Rusty last week who reminded me of the good times they had as kids growing up. He asked me to tell David and let him know he would surprise him one day with a visit.
May he rest in peace.
God's Blessings to all, Janis Merrithew
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Tassinari Family of Connecticut posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Although I did not know Russ well, I heard much about him through my sister-in-law, Dana, and nephews, Kyle and Jason. What I heard was that he had a great capacity for caring and touched everyone in his home town and surrounding area in some way. He was a great friend and support for Dana and the boys for many years in Warrensburg in a lot of ways. Every time I visited Dana and the boys, her house had another great upgrade from Russ's hard work and artistry.
Condolences and love to Dana, Kyle, Jason, and Russ's family and friends. ~Lisa, Brian, Valerie, and Emily Tassinari
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carol linendoll of Queensbury, New York posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
My grandmother was Beatrice Combs Griffin...
May you rest in peace..
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The Davis Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Our thoughts and our prayers are with you all.
Dan, Wendy, Josh & Noah
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Richard Joseph of Waimauku, Auckland, New Zealand posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Sunday described you best Rusty - Character! You, Danny & Jerry were great to know in my three summers at FLC. I was at Kenyon's in June admiring your work on his kitchen from 20 years ago. You will be greatly missed by all who had the honour to know you. I'll toast your memory & humour with a cold beer down in the Southern Hemisphere. My best wishes to all of your family. Cheers, Richard.
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Adam Hall of Bonita Springs, Florida posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
To a good man and a great uncle!...We will all miss you, my friend! ....Thanks for all the great memories!
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The Entire Farmer Family of Brant Lake, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
My prayers are with the entire extended family. May you all cherish the good memories you have. We are so sorry for your loss.
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Debbie Latham of Fort Edward posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
To the family of Rusty Combs. My heart goes out to you all. Rusty was very nice to my Husband John Latham who also did alot of work up at Forest Lake Camp. And he and my son Jason also used to work together. He has given you all a life time of memories. Talk about them often it will help with the healing and will keep him with you always. God Bless
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Terry Lamkins of Warrensburg, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss of Russ. He was such a great person. He virtually made my home on Monte Vista Dr brand new. He was very talented with his craft of carpentry. I still stare at his work amazed at his transformation. You were very admired and will be missed by many. GOD BLESS.
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Mr. and Mrs. Greg Burdett of Palm Bay, Florida posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Comb's family. Russ is and will always be a dear friend and great person and we will miss him. Russ and I did alot of running around during our childhood in Athol, Thurman and Warrensburg and I will forever cherish the memories.
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Susan Jennings of Athol, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
To Candy and the entire Combs family
Giles and I offer our sincere sympathy. Rusty was a wonderful young man and cared deeply about you all. Hold your memories and each other close. He will always be part of your campfire.
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Sven E Munck of Danville IL posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
I went to school with rusty and worked at Sitting Bull Ranch with him when we were teens . I have thought of him through the years and am glad to hear he did well for him self. My heart goes out to all who loved him. Go in peace and serve the LORD. Sven E Munck
Harrington Hill rd
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Kelly Nisiewcz of Delmar, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Gone but never forgotten
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Joshua DeScherer of Brunswick, Maine posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Russ was a great friend and one of the best people I've been lucky enough to meet. My condolences to the whole Combs family.
-Joshua DeScherer
FLC Camper & Staff '87-'99
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SALLY (NOBLE) WALLACE of STUART, FL posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Another class mate, Rusty was one of the VERY few that never picked on me in school....Rest in peace
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Kevin and Janet Russell of Fernley, Nevada posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to Russ's family. We did not know Russ, but are friends of his brother, Erick. We hope the fond memories you have of Russ helps you all through this difficult time.
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Theresa Coughlin of Fort Lauderdale , Florida posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead
You will be in our prayers
Theresa and family
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Jayne Cupp of Warrensburg NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
I am so sorry to read about your loss may you all be comforted by fond memories and family and friends to help you get through this difficult time. Russ was a great person.
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Jim Osborn posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Sincere sorrow for your loss Dana
~ O.H. Guys..
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Geoff & Shalagh Blanck of Waterbiry VT posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
We are so happy that we got to know Russ and spend time with him the past 3 years. His passion for FLC was second to none and it showed every day. An amazing artist with FLC as his canvas we are all fortunate that his work will live forever at camp. We will miss him most of all as a friend who would give his heart and sole for anyone.
Our sincere condolences to Dana, Cy, Carter and Casey. He loved you all so so much. We will miss you Russ!
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Bella Reed of Jacksonville, Florida posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
What a sad occasion for a wonderful family - Russ was a joy to watch growing up and he will be missed - My condolences to all who are mourning this loss. God be with you.
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Jeff Cobb of Chesapeake, VA posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Russ was an extremely important person in the fabric of life at Forest Lake Camp as well as the Warrensburg area. He was both a generous man and a skilled, accomplished craftsman. He is greatly missed.
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The Papenhausen Family of Olmstedville, NY posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
We were saddened to hear about the loss of Russ. He was a good man who had great love for his family and will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prays are with you.
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Mary Ann Puricelli of Queensbury, New York posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers for all of the Combs family. The love Russ had for his family was remarkable.
Cherish the memories you had with him. My deepest sympathy.
Mary Ann Puricelli
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Pete Puricelli of Queensbury posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Russ Combs. My condolences and best wishes go to Carter, Cy, Casey, Dana, Kyle, Jason, Amy, Vern, and the little guys.
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Lee Pecue of Seminole, Florida posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
My heart goes out to the Family of Russ. Taken way to soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bless you all.
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Rick Combs of Largo, Florida posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
My deepest sympathys,I spent many times at Forest Lake Camp, when Russ was growing up, I also shared times with him as an adult and we shared storys. He was a great carpenter and his dad would be proud of his accomplishments. It it truly a tragedy, and he will be missed by all. My sympathy to his family I wish I could be there with all of you to celebrate his life and storys. Please know that my heart goes out to all of you.
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Bob Flory of Kittanning, PA posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
I was saddened by hearing about the loss of Rusty. I will always remember him hitting softballs over FLC camp. Please let Danny know he and his family are in our prayers.
Bob Flory FLC 1987-1990
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HELENE GRIFFIN DARMER of ROCHESTER, NEW YORK posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
TO THE ENTIRE COMBS FAMILY, MY SINCERE SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF RUSSELL...YOU ARE ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. PLEASE LET YOUR WONDERFUL MEMORIES WITH HIM SEE YOU THROUGH THESE DIFFICULT TIMES. AUNT BEA COMBS WAS MY GRANDMOTHER..SO, WE ARE COUSINS.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU. HELENE GRIFFIN DARMER (WILBERT AND FRAN'S DAUGHTER.)
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Sunday, Derrick and the girls of Warrensburg, NY posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
Dear Russ,
We are so thankful to have been closer these recent years. We appreciate all that you have done for us since Dad passed and regret that we did not get to work with you on our latest project building the garage and tower. It would have been one-of-a-kind.
Your thoughtfulness and kindness toward Paisley and Winnie was very sweet, the gifts you left for them were a nice surprise.
Cy, Carter and Casey are lucky to have had you for their Dad.
The Combs men are good at building things; houses, dreams and character. You were no exception.
We will see you again.
Love, Sunday, Derrick, Paisley and Winnie
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Candy Terrell posted a condolence
Monday, August 16, 2010
Russ was my port in a storm more than once. He had a big heart and most of all he was my brother, whom I love dearly as I do the rest. I wish peace for his children and all our family.
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