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04-29-2016, 07:34 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2016 26' Flying Cloud
2016 25' Flying Cloud
1997 21' Excella
Full-Time
, Full-Time
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 281
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Sadly the passing of 'IDROBA'
It's with great sorrow that I announce the passing of a great man and friend, Rob Allen, known on the AirForum as 'IDROBA'. With Rob's thousands of contributions and years of service to so many on the forum, I am just one of a few that has grown from his assistance, his passion and love in helping others with his insight and intelligence. Never arrogant, never argumentative, always caring and a lending hand.
Fortunately, there was no pain in his passing and he left us next to his Airstream on the river he called home in Idaho, the Selway.
Rob was a retired professor of Architectural Power Systems. He shared his knowledge to thousands of people. But his love of power was mostly expressed with his use and design of solar. He gave his time freely to AirForum members, individual home owners, businesses and government agencies.
Most importantly, I can't say in my 62 years have I ever met a kinder and more giving person. I as many of you will too, miss him so dearly.
Rob had no living family and his services will be with a few friends spreading his ashes onto the great Selway River, where he felt complete.
Good bye my friend, from all of us.
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Greg
2016 RAM 2500 6.7L Cummins, 4WD, Crew, Rear Air
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04-29-2016, 07:48 PM
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Rivet Master
1974 Argosy 26
Morrill
, Nebraska
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 6,014
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He will be missed!!! RIP
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04-29-2016, 07:52 PM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,153
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Farewell and God speed. The Forums is a lesser place without you.
Brian
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SuEllyn & Brian McCabe
WBCCI #3628 -- AIR #14872 -- TAC #FL-7
2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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04-29-2016, 08:04 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2007 27' Classic FB
Richfield/SLC
, Utah
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 404
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Deepest sympathies, sounds like he was the finest of gentlemen.
Regards - Ron
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04-29-2016, 08:10 PM
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Rivet Master
Currently Looking...
Mantua
, Ohio
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 7,062
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God be with his family. Sad time for the AS family.
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04-29-2016, 08:15 PM
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begorragirl
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Denville
, New Jersey
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 1,029
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To be in his place of happiness, his Airstream and the River is a comfort to those that knew him.
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2006 Bambi CCD ("EireStream!!")
2010 Funfinder
2005 T@B
2001 Teardrop, Mountain Hardware Tent
For some perfection takes a little longer...
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04-29-2016, 08:18 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1976 27' Overlander
Missoula
, Montana
Join Date: May 2012
Posts: 438
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This is sad news - many times up and down Hwy 12 along the Lochsa thought about turning off and exploring the Selway. Beautiful country and a beautiful place to "go West." Godspeed, Rob Allen.
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1976 Airstream Overlander International
WBCCI 1054
VAC
TAC
TCT
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04-29-2016, 08:20 PM
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Rivet Master
2011 34' Classic
Westchester Cty.NY
, / Miami FL
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 3,122
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i'll miss his posts. they will continue to benefit many people.
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2012 F150 Super Crew 5-1/2' bed Ecoboost 4x4 3.73 elec. lock diff. Propride hitch
give life. kidney & pancreas transplant 9/9/06
Ingrid-my unofficial '"World's Oldest Streamer" 1909-2008 R.I.P.
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04-29-2016, 08:24 PM
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Rivet Master
Commercial Member
Vintage Kin Owner
Naples
, Florida
Join Date: Dec 2005
Posts: 7,508
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We never met in person but had many lively 'discussions' behind the scenes. I felt like a kindred spirit. Rob, thanks for your always 'on point' and well thought contributions to these Forums. You will be sorely missed.
Rest in peace!!
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lewster
Solar Tech Energy Systems, Inc.
Victron Solar Components and Inverters, Zamp Solar Panels, LiFeBlue and Battle Born Lithium Batteries, Lifeline AGM Batteries
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04-29-2016, 08:26 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2013 30' Flying Cloud
Cincinnati
, Ohio
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 205
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Wow, this is sad news. Idroba was one of the user names I looked forward to reading, whatever the topic. His absence from airforums will leave a hole.
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04-29-2016, 08:29 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1976 Argosy 26
diamond bar
, California
Join Date: Feb 2016
Posts: 95
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I'm sorry to hear about his passing. My first post, he was the first to reply with a great response and info. It's the reason I am always keep coming back to the forum.
His legacy of information will continue to help all.
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04-29-2016, 08:34 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1979 29' Ambassador
Mobile
, Alabama
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 154
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What sad news. His answers and opinions always helped those who asked. I enjoyed reading his comments. God speed.
Predeta
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04-29-2016, 08:48 PM
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Free Range Human
2012 25' FB Flying Cloud
Currently Looking...
Haines
, Oregon
Join Date: Oct 2008
Posts: 736
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That's sad news. I too enjoyed his posts.
I'm sure his friends will miss him, as will his virtual friends here.
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04-29-2016, 09:18 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 30' Classic
Pleasanton
, California
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 745
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I always looked forward to Rob's posts because they were always right on target.
God speed.
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2015 30' Classic, "Chez Nu"
2014 RAM 2500 w/Cummins Diesel
ProPride Hitch, 400 W Solar
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04-29-2016, 09:27 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2008 28' International
Happy Valley
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: Aug 2013
Posts: 270
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Thank You
The forum will not be the same. We never met, but feel like we shared the same passions. Always respected your opinions and posts. RIP brother..Stream ON!
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04-29-2016, 09:28 PM
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Rivet Master
1979 23' Safari
1954 29' Liner
Orange
, California
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 3,849
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I had the pleasure of meeting him at the last RVMAC in Durango, CO. Unfortunately, he will not be at the next RMVAC.
Bill
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Just my personal opinion
1973 Dodge W200 PowerWagon, 1977 Lincoln Continental, 2014 Dodge Durango
1979 23' Safari, and 1954 29' Double Door Liner Orange, CA
https://billbethsblog.blogspot.com/
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04-29-2016, 09:49 PM
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The Road Less Traveled
2005 25' Safari
Mesquite
, Nevada
Join Date: Nov 2009
Posts: 17
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We stayed with Rob courtesy parking last July. He lived in a beautiful place, and he shared it with anyone who came to see it. Even though we were only with him a couple of days, it was filled with conversation about and drives through his special place. Not only that, his interest in architecture, interior design, and aviation filled our time there He was a valued member of the 4CU and I know all who knew him, even casually, will miss him.
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04-29-2016, 09:56 PM
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Rivet Master
Southwestern
, Ohio
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 1,671
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So sorry to hear this, but thanks for letting us know.
His posts were always credible and carefully read.
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04-29-2016, 10:09 PM
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Rivet Master
2005 19' Safari
GLENDALE
, AZ
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 2,453
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We always appreciated Rob's thoughtful responses to other AirForums members' posts. His comments and input will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his close friends...
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04-29-2016, 10:37 PM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
Vintage Kin Owner
Virginia Beach
, Virginia
Join Date: Sep 2004
Posts: 7,801
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I never met him in person, but as all others have said, I feel we've all lost a friend. As for having no family - we'll maybe the DNA is different but the spirit was not.
Paula
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