| From: Ray Lyon
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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It is with great sadness that I pass along the news that our dear friend Ron LaClair passed away during the night while staying in his beloved cabin on his family farm. Ron was 86 years young, and he will be missed by many. Ron‘s children and grandchildren will be in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for all the great years buddy and the great hunting camps. Till we meet again………
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| From: longshot1959
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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An era is quickly passing, never to be seen again. Prayers and Condolences.
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| From: DerekMac
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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So sorry to hear this, we were blessed to have him here with us as long as we did.
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| From: Jon Stewart
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for Ron and his family.
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| From: John mccabe
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad News, I’ve always admired him and enjoyed his post.
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| From: Phil
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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That's very sad news ... Rest in Peace Ron
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| From: olddogrib
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Condolences...Shrewhaven's loss.
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| From: Stuart
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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My condolences to Ron’s family.
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| From: superrman77
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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A true legend. Prayers to his family and friends.
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| From: Bill Rickvalsky
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news. We will all miss him. Ialways had great respect for Ron. Prayers and condolences to the family.
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| From: Jeff Durnell
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I'm sorry to hear this, but it's 'good' he was at his cabin. My condolences to his family. Gonna miss his contributions here.
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| From: vthunter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron. Prayers for his family members.
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| From: Papadeerhtr
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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One of the greats of our sport! Will be missed!
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| From: Clydebow
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news.
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| From: Slayer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad to hear. Prayers sent
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| From: WarDancer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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He is with his Red Bird they are both happy.
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| From: George D. Stout
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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That is awful news. We lost another brother. Will keep prayers for the family.
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| From: Danny Pyle
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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So sad to hear. Prayers for his family.
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| From: Shoe
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Yes a legend indeed. Our loss is heavens gain.
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| From: grizzley21
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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rest in peace,,mr LaClair,,
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| From: k9bowman
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in Peace, Ron. You will be missed.
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| From: Kodiak
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I really admired him. RIP Ron.
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| From: DanaC
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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One of the iconic figures of our sport. We will all miss him.
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| From: K-mag hunter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Mr. Laclair. His legacy will live on through the countless people he has inspired
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| From: Bentstick81
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for the family.
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| From: Nimrod
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Ron was one hell of a man! God’s speed Mr. LaClair. RIP.
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| From: BigStriper1
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear the bad news of Ron LaClair”s passing, always had a lot of respect for Ron and his many achievements. He will be missed by map. Prayers sent for family and friends. Kurt
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| From: Yooper-traveler
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Oh no. Prayers for Ron and his family…
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| From: Flyman
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Thoughts and prayers for the family.Truly a sad day.Ron was a true legend and will be missed.He always had great stories to tell...
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| From: Car54
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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May his friends & family have comfort.
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| From: Focusource
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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From his segment in Masters of the Barebow to the posts and poems on this bulletin board, Ron LaClair fanned the flames for traditional archery that burn in me. Thank you for everything, Ron. I miss you already.
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| From: SNUFFER
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Wow I was really taken back when I saw this post. Ron in always seem to be so full of life, even in his advanced years. I got to meet Ron about 11 years ago at the Compton Traditional Shoot in Michigan. This is a pic of him and I together Comptons. Sorry to hear this. Prayers. Prayers for his children and family.
Tony
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| From: Gun
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron
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| From: cacciatore
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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We have lost a great member of our community,he was one of my heroes..Happy Hunting Ron. Prayers for family and friends
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| From: Bob Rowlands
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Wow. Ron was a fine man and great ambassador for stickbow archery. His posts here showed he was a gentleman. Condolences to family.
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| From: manybows
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Ron is sitting around the campfire with all the archery greats up above discussing archery and hunting. God bless Ron.
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| From: bsrecurve
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in peace .
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| From: Rick Barbee
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad indeed.
Prayers for family & friends.
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| From: Woods Walker
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron. I will think of you every time I use my Shrew Hawk.
A true legend indeed. He was blessed to move on from his cabin and not a hospital room. Hopefully I'll be as fortunate.
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| From: Flinger1
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Ron
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| From: Babysaph
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Wow. Hate to hear that. Prayers sent. At least he went doing what he likes
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| From: Sean Bleakley
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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That’s sad news, I always enjoyed talking to him at Compton’s and ETAR. RIP
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| From: Altizer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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God bless him. The lord sure blessed us with him. The man stayed true to his path. Back with his favorite hunting partner.
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| From: Hojo
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news for sure. Prayers up for Ron, his family and friends.
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| From: Nemophilist
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers sent. Rest In Peace Ron.
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| From: Knifeguy
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I am so sorry to hear of Ron’s death. We had some very poignant conversations via the net. I’ll mis his presence here. Prayers lifted for his family. Lance
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| From: Wayne Hess
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Ron will be missed by US, but united with his wife and glory in the heavenly hunting grounds, prayers for comfort an peace for Family, God Bless
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| From: MCS
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family.
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| From: the Black Spot
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear. Prayers out for the family
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| From: skookum
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Depressing news. I'll miss him.
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| From: Scoop
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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The day is a little smaller. He was one of the good ones. Rest in peace.
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| From: bentstick54
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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The world has lost a great sportsman. Hopefully his passing was quick and peaceful. He will be remembered for ages to come. Will remember Ron and family in my prayers. RIP Ron.
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| From: Mpdh
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Don’t know what to say. Ron seemed larger than life. I always liked to stop and shake his hand and say hi at Kalamazoo.
Another one of our brothers that will never be replaced.
MP
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| From: fiddlebow
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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This is such sad news. We hate to lose a really good guy and a true legend. So glad he went home without any suffering. RIP.
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| From: Pdiddly2
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear this news…his was a life well lived.
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| From: Silverback
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron. He died at his cabin just the way I want to go. They can find me gone at my cabin and that is what I want.
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| From: Heat
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I'm very sorry to hear this sad news. He was the epitomy of what this place and this sport are all about. RIP Ron!
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| From: longbow1968
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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So sorry to hear of Mr. LaClair’s passing. His writings were so positive and his many photos were a gift for all to enjoy. May God bless and comfort his family at this time.
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| From: Carcajou
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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R.I.P. RON.
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| From: flint kemper
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron. Another archery icon gone.
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| From: dangeneral
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron , you will indeed be missed
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| From: hawkeye in PA
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news, prayers sent for family and friends. It was a honor to have met him and yes he will be missed. RIP Ron.
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| From: OregonTK
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family. May the wind always be in your favor Ron.
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| From: arlone
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Condolences to his family and loved ones!
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| From: cut it out
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Such a loss!! Always loved his posts and pics. Here Ron and his wife Nancy out hunting together is a cool pic.
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| From: msinc
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sorry to hear about this....Ron was a very nice man. I have a bow he signed, I think I will go out in the woods and shoot an arrow with it for him!!!!
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| From: Slick
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron.
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| From: Stan
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Yep, he is back together with his hunting partner.. We will miss you Ron.. God bless..
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| From: SES
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news indeed. my sympathies to his friends and family.
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| From: heavybows
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news Rest In Peace
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| From: Catskills
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news indeed. An Icon.
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| From: RonP
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Certainly lived a life full of adventure, was innovative and admirable. Sounds like he passed peacefully and at a location he loved. RIP.
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| From: Lucas
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family, thank you Ron for all you have done for us over the years!
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| From: annonymouse
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news. Have many memories of Ron and one of my fondest was when I ordered my first Shrew at his shop. While chatting, my son Smith made a bow from a small branch that had fallen from a tree by the shop and Ron's smile in response. Smith and I had several father-son Shrews. Our first was the only authorized Shrew clone made by Plywood Bender from a B4K auction. Ron not only gave Carl the OK to make a kid-clone, but provided materials.
I'm really glad that I was able to make last year's GLLI from here in WY and spend some time with him. Not only a friend, but a mentor in so many ways.
Bless you, Ron and prayers for your family.
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| From: Nomad
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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The Archery world has lost another legend. Prayers to his family.
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| From: Harleywriter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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What a character! Always enjoyed his posts. I’d always pull over and take a read when I saw his name.
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| From: Mahantango
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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We truly have lost another legend. He always seemed larger than life, glad I got to meet him at least. RIP Ron.
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| From: dingas
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news. Condolences to his family. I always enjoyed his contributions.
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| From: R. Combs
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news! Rest In Peace Ron, you will be missed!
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| From: JusPassin
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Our loss is Nancy's gain. Happy trails Ron.
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| From: iowacedarshooter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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VERY SORRY TO HEAR THIS HE WAS A GREAT MAN ! OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY!
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| From: Homey88
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace . Truly a legend. Condolences to the family.
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| From: Jeffer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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That's very sad news. He'll be dearly missed by many.
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| From: Two Feathers
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Condolences to his family. Ron will be missed.
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| From: 1Longbow
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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He and Red Bird are holding hands again RIP Ron
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| From: M60gunner
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron, yes, you will be greatly missed.
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| From: Popester
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I always had the impression that Ron made the most of every minute of his life. And, as Woods Walker said, "A true legend indeed. He was blessed to move on from his cabin and not a hospital room. Hopefully I'll be as fortunate."
Prayers for comfort and peace for all his loved ones.
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| From: Reb
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear that. Prayers sent for his family.
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| From: Seneca_Archer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news. Prayers and condolences for all close to Ron.
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| From: sticshooter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Stunned and sadden. There will never be another like him. Rest in peace brother you earned it.<><
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| From: Archre167
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron, thoughts and prayers to all
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| From: smitty
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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off to the happy hunting grounds, good journey
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| From: Wudstix
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Requiescat en Paz Sir. May you have many happy trails. May your memory spring eternal with your brothers of the bow.
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| From: Jim
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP
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| From: Wapiti - - M. S.
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family & all of his grandchildren. R.I.P. Ron.
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| From: ron w
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Oh man, so sad, RIP sir!!
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| From: Andy Man
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Didn't feel so good after seeing this
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| From: Sparkyflint
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Although I never met him I still feel the loss. I always enjoyed his posts and stories and various interests.The world is a slightly lonelier place now. Godspeed Ron.
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| From: Deno
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP
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| From: Yeller
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Wow I just saw this. He was so inspirational a true loss for all of us. A true legend it was such a joy to read his post and look and his pictures. We don’t have many left Rip Prayers to his family and friends
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| From: dm/wolfskin
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers to his family. May God bless you on your crossing the big river. I am a Shrewster.
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| From: buster v davenport
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for Ron's family from NY. He died doing what he loved, far better than wasting away in a nursing home. bvd
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| From: Rgiesey
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news! Was just talking about him today.
Was always good to visit with him.
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| From: BowenAero
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Prayers for his family
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| From: Roger Norris
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I got the call from Bill LaClair this morning. Oddly enough, I had a S&W Model 29 in my hand that Ron and I have swapped back and forth a few times. I knew what the conversation was going to be...
Ron had been struggling with some heart trouble, but in "Lobo" fashion he chose to tough it out. The Doctor wanted him to be under care....Ron wouldn't have it. He was going turkey hunting. He hunted pretty hard the last several days. Last night he told his son he was sleeping in this morning, not feeling so well. Bill LaClair found him in the cabin this morning.
Ron had lots of friends. There are dozens, if not hundreds of stories we could tell. Me and some of the boys shared a few this morning. I'm glad we were on the phone. I'm not sure I could have had those conversations with my Shrew Haven brothers face to face. For whatever reason, it was especially hard talking with Tim Cosgrove about it. We have had some lively times...
One thing small to share....Ron called himself a "Venerated Elder" once. I knew what he was talking about, but I always played dumb and would say "Ventilated Elder". It used to get him pretty riled up.
I will miss the Old Fella........
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| From: AKROGBO
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rejoice for the life Ron lived. I think sometimes of the day when my true love and i will have to be temporarily separated and how overjoyed on that day we are reunited for eternity. Mr Leclair is at the joyous day now. He lived a life that is the envy for most of us and passed from it the way most of us can only dream of. God granted him the wish that many of us may never realize. Thank you Ron Leclair for the time you shared with all of us, wether you knew us or not.
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| From: DesertMuelys
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Our condolences and prayers for his family. God Bless.
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| From: Briar
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I sure will miss his posts.
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| From: Pa Steve
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Condolences and prayers for his family and many friends. RIP
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| From: Don T. Lewis
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I always enjoyed all of Ron’s posts on here. So sorry. Prayers out to Ron’s Family and friends. Ron left a big foot print where ever he went. But especially on the archery and bow hunting world. Ron is with his Red Bird again. He always spoke very fondly and proudly of her. I have a feeling they just might be hunting together in Armstrong Creek. Rest In Peace brother.
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| From: Timberking
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron. Prayers to his family
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| From: Lowcountry
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I never met him, but just based on his posts, I kind of figured he’d live forever! I guess in a way, he will!
Rest In Peace Ron.
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| From: Root Gies
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Never met him but read his post when I saw them.There was always some good photos and topics. RIP and prayers to the family
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| From: Big-D
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Mr. Ron I will miss you. Prayers for Ron and his family.
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| From: Jegs.mi
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I'm going to miss talking knives with him at elm hall. I always enjoyed talking to Ron, admired his mountain man style and his kindness. Prayers for his family.
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| From: WillMac
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP. My condolences to his Family.
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| From: Rik Davis
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I only knew Ron through the LW but I know he was a fine man. Prayers for the family from Florida.
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| From: ChadR
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sorry to hear. Ron got me started shooting a longbow after I met him at the Anderson Archery Clinic. Ron and Nancy were always so nice. I loved stopping in their Shoppe. Their legacy and love for archery lives on. Praying for his family.
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| From: 4t5
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Via con Dios, Ron Laclaire !
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| From: Mechanic
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace. My condolences
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| From: NattyBumpoe
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Shot out for his family. Legends never truly die, they are forever in our hearts and minds. Safe passage, Valhalla awaits.
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| From: Bearfootin
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP….he will be missed for sure.
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| From: Candyman
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news to hear. I talked with him at Dental Hill one time many years ago. Just a really nice and easy going guy. Prayers sent.
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| From: Mike E
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers from our home for family and friends.
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| From: TGbow
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad news. Prayers for the family.
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| From: Keefers
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family and my condolences
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| From: soap creek
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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We truly lost an archery icon in Ron LeClair. Prayers for family and friends.
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| From: GLF
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I never met Ron but had utmost repect for him. He was one or the last greats. Prays to all who knew him.
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| From: Leathercutter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family. He was on of the "good Guys"
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| From: bodymanbowyer
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Wow this is sad news indeed. I'm sure glad I met the Man and shook his hand. May he rest in peace and prayers for his family members. JF
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| From: NOVA7
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest in peace. Thanks for all the stories.
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| From: Shank
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers to his family.
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| From: Doc Pain
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers for the family and also to everyone whoever knew or met Ron. A great archer, historian, and tremendous ambassador for the sport of archery.
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| From: Dubber
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Ron. Prayers for your family and you were a legend. Thx for what you’ve done for traditional archery sir
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| From: Verdeburl
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Prayers lifted for the family. May He rest in Gods ever lasting peace.
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| From: kstradhunter
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP Sir, the community has definitely lost another great man and legend among the ranks. Prayers for all family and close friends.
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| From: MCNSC
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad day indeed,when a legend passes. He did more and accomplished more than most can only dream of . RIP.
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| From: Ollie
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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When I lived in Michigan in the mid-1980’s I would travel to the Jackson area to attend archery shoots with friends that lived nearby. Ron was at most shoots and won most of them. Best shooting form I ever saw.
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| From: Ollie
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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When I lived in Michigan in the mid-1980’s I would travel to the Jackson area to attend archery shoots with friends that lived nearby. Ron was at most shoots and won most of them. Best shooting form I ever saw.
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| From: GaryDHall
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Mr LaClair you have been an inspiration
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| From: GaryDHall
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Mr LaClair you have been an inspiration
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| From: Zbone
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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My sincere condolences...
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| From: skeetbean
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Traditional archery lost one of it’s greatest, prayers for the family. My first longbow was a Shrew with a reverse handle bought in 1994.
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| From: Ben
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I bet he's hugging Red Bird right now. Rest in peace old friend. We'll miss your poetry!
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| From: Gaur
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Peace to his memory.
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| From: John Sullins
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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He was a special man with a special place in this sport. He will be missed.
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| From: Tagman79
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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RIP, Mr. Laclair
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| From: lost run
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad to hear, much respect.
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| From: BigB
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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He will be missed. Praying for the family.
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| From: Curtiss Cardinal
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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My deepest condolences to the family and all of us that knew him and called him a friend.
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| From: Don
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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My favorite Lestherwaller. He will be missed
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| From: Boker
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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I hate to hear the news. He will be missed by many.
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| From: JMartin
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Very sad to hear of this. RIP Ron.
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| From: grizzly63
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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A true legend
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| From: Corax_latrans
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Man. This really feels like the end of an era; truly the last of the Old Time Mountain Men. Not many are ever privileged to leave as heavy a mark in their field as I think Ron did.
I do hope that someone close to him will assemble his stories, photos, and poetry into a suitable biography of the man, his times and his adventures.
Given that he had apparently declined care that his doctor felt was important for him, I have to wonder a little whether he was at a point where perhaps he was ready to go whenever his Maker was prepared to call him. And for a man like him, I can’t imagine a more fitting place to be - in his own favorite place, warm and comfortable, looking forward to getting up in the morning and doing something he loved to do. Maybe he thought he’d surprise his Red-bird for Mothers’ Day.
Prayers for peace in his family.
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| From: wolverine
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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A true legend! RIP
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| From: longdraw
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news! RIP Ron.
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| From: Dale Rohrbeck
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| Date: 08-May-22 |
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Sad news, praying for his family and many friends.
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| From: Barber
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family and friends
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| From: woodshaft
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers and Condolences from Ohio. Ron was always a gentleman and inspiration.
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| From: Desperado
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I was not going to go spring gobbler hunting this week but this changed my mind. I'll be taking my Ron LaClair Shrew out for gobblers in his honor. We had wonderful conversations & correspondences about life, his love for his wife, poetry, & hunting and fishing. There is a hole in my bowhunting life. I will fill that void by carrying my Shrew L'il favorite on many hunts. Thanks for the memories my friend. Des
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| From: Frisky
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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It's always sad to lose a friend. However, Ron's in a good place! I loved picking on him. One day, he posted a knife and hinted that I should liven up the thread and keep it going. I went to the thread and blasted him and the knife good, lol! He told me orders came flying in, as Leatherwallers bought the knife to spite Frisky, lol! May his memory be eternal.
Joe
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| From: Murray Seratt
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers for his family and friends.
Murray
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| From: rare breed
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Good heavens. We have lost a giant. Terribly sad news. The man was a Legend. Always, forever. I am stunned. Rest In Peace, Brave Brother....
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| From: SJR Bows
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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So dad to hear we will miss seeing him and visiting
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| From: Joe2Crow
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sounds like he was doing what he loved to do right up to the end and then went out in his sleep. That’s about as much as any man can hope for. Rest in Peace
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| From: Farmer
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers to family R.I.P.
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| From: PhantomWolf
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Rest in Peace Ron, you're finally home with Red Bird.
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| From: Jbranham5173
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron ?? prayers for the family
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| From: Shakey Jake
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers sent He will be missed
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| From: zepnut
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP Ron
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| From: Pappy 1952
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad news, always enjoyed out time and talks at Elm Hall. Prayers sent for his family. Pappy
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| From: CD
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Very sad news. Prayers for his family and friends. He will be missed.
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| From: droptine59
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Soooo sad to hear. He was a friend, mentor and a true legend. Resy easy Ron.
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| From: The last savage
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad news,, Ron had great style,,rip brother
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| From: crookedstix
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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It's the same feeling you get when walking through the woods and see that some favorite old giant oak tree has blown down- a loss that sends ripples through the whole forest.
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| From: Thor
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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So very sad,he was one in a million.
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| From: Bluebell
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP Ron yiu will be missed
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| From: TrapperKayak
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Awful sad news. Not only the passing of a fine man, but of a big chunk of a way of life that we can all relate to. Rest Easy Ron, and in the hopes we someday cross paths.
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| From: ottertails
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Huge loss...gonna miss him on here and seeing him at Kzoo. A giant he was and a true gentleman. At the cabin, you know that's what he wanted.... not a better place to rest. RIP Ron.
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| From: Phil/VA
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers of comfort and condolence sent forth for family and friends.
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| From: N Y Yankee
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I met him once at ETAR and shook his hand. He talked to me like he knew me. He would always answer my messages on the Leatherwall and didn't mind going into detail about things. I liked the poems he would write and I always PMed him to tell him so. Rest in peace Old Man.
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| From: GUTPILEPA
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP MY FRIEND
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| From: Droptine
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers to all friends and family this was very sad to hear.
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| From: Live2Hunt
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad to hear losing another legend. Will miss his poems that will seem to mean more now that he is now gone. RIP
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| From: PECO2
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Well this is very sad news. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
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| From: Great Falls
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers for Ron’s family
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| From: George Vernon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Remember the postscript on his posts:
‘When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life so that when you die the world cries and you rejoice.’
This thread shows he did that, and then some.
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| From: Ray Lyon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Here’s a link to a local TV show segment that includes our Shrewhaven Lodge camp and Ron LaClair recital of his Ghost of Armstrong Creek poem.
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| From: Ray Lyon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_C5sIKWBjoY
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| From: White Falcon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I am very sorry to hear this. He was an inspiration to us all.
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| From: trad_bowhunter1965
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Thoughts and Prayers are with Ron and his Family friends. I love how he hunt until he was called home.
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| From: crazyjjk
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers. RIP Ron.
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| From: HuumanCreed
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Very sad new, peace to him and his family. His Shrew is on my bucket list. Wonder does he find catching whitetails harder in the clouds.
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| From: Buckshot
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad news indeed. Prayers spoken for all of his family and friends.
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| From: Rooster
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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The World has lost a Legend. I have Lost a Long time Friend and Hunting Partner. Ron was so many things, to many to list. The stories are endless. We planned to camp next to one another at Compton again this year. But, It was not to be. He mentioned to me a while back he was ready to go. I'm so glad it ended the way it did. Prayers to the Family.
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| From: bfisherman11
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I first met Ron at Compton in Berian Springs some 20 odd years ago. Met Nancy also walking their beagle. Our dogs played a bit. It was always nice seeing them together.
I was only acquainted with Ron but enjoyed seeing him at the shoots. Also saw him at Kzoo also. Didn't always say hello but often just a head nod.
I feel very sad at this news. We have lost many fine men over the years. I just don't know how you replace a Ron LeClair. There is a big void in the trad archers community today. Sad for his family and many friends.
RIP Ron and Nancy.
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| From: Wispershot
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad news indeed. Leaving a giant hole in the archery universe.
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| From: sjj
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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great photos.....without knowing something made me grab a Shrew LB I have in the cellar and shoot it this past weekend!
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| From: sjj
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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great photos.....without knowing something made me grab a Shrew LB I have in the cellar and shoot it this past weekend!
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| From: HARRY CARRY
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I met Ron only once, at Coudersport/ETAR around 2016 or so. He really liked the lefthand Vigilante I had in my hand, and we talked about it for a moment or two, before others wanted to chat. His minutes with me will be remembered for a lifetime....
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| From: TB
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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R.I.P.
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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He's got room for you to roam Ron. Better believe it. Roam free.
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| From: Stubee
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Oh darn! I enjoyed hearing him on here so much. I only met him once, at Kalamazoo years ago in the Shrew booth. He had a LH Shrew I could shoot and we talked a bit about bows and such. He was a very nice man.
RIP Ron.
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| From: Buzz
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Sad news.
R.I.P. Ron.
My condolences to his family and friends.
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| From: BRIBOWl
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Ron your with Red Bird now. Thanks for letting me be your left hand man!
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| From: Yellah Nocks
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers up for all friends and family.
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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It was a pleasure to know him , a very impressive man at everything, i was lucky to have known him since i was about 18 ! To me he was called Moses !
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| From: leftwing
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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One of a kind, R.I.P. my friend it's been a pleasure knowing you. Condolences to his family and many friends. Sad day indeed.
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| From: Brittman
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I never met Ron in person but bought several bows from him . We had many conversations about Bows , Hunting, and life in general . When his wife died and my wife had Cancer we both cried together over the phone and said a prayer for one another . No matter the subject we were talking about he always left me with kind words and wisdom . I will always remember him .......
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP Ron. To a friend I never met. Prayers to the family for their loss from the Badger State
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| From: Sasquatch73
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP. May your memories of Ron keep you strong.
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| From: two4hooking
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Prayers to everyone for the loss. Ron will be missed by Many. He was blessed with many that he has touched including myself. A true Legend of our time.
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| From: groundhunter50
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I will be back at my UP cabin next Monday. I will take one of my best arrows, put his name on it, and in the beautiful woods of MI, I will send it,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, What a beautiful person he was............ RIP,,,, he is with our Lord now..........
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| From: Bootaka
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I only had the pleasure of meeting Ron once, last year I made sure to introduce myself to him at Compton. We chatted about his bows, we chatted about knives. He was pretty happy to see my Bark River Mini Kephart, as he hadn't seen one before and we all know how much he enjoys knives. He also told me I was lucky to have a girl who also enjoys archery. She was checking out his bows while we chatted. She's planning on a Shrew this year. I think I was lucky because I got to meet him and enjoy good conversation.
I was and am very glad to have the time with him that I did, I will miss being able to be in his presence again. I will miss his posts of his knives. I will miss him reciting poetry
We've all had struggles, yet he seemed a happy man, an amazing archer, and great poet. I will miss him.
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| From: ifunk
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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A Legend and an inspiration to us all! RIP Ron!
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| From: tobywon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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This thread is a testament to the person Ron was and how well liked and respected he was. I didn't know him, never met him, and never even had a conversation with him, but he was a guy that I respected and would always stop and read what he posted. Sad news, but he seemed to live his life on his terms and even sounds like he passed on his terms as well. God Bless him and his family.
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| From: Grim
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Loved the pictures and stories. R.I.P.
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| From: lefty4
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP Ron.
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| From: 2 bears
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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We used to hotly debate broadheads. He sent me 2 autographed heads. One comercial & one he modified. I loved his poetry & his photography,especially the winter & canoe pictures. He will be missed.>>>--->Ken
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| From: Wudstix
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Like many here I never had a chance to meet Ron face to face, talked with him electronically last year about which Shrew bow would fit me best. I do have a Little Shaver and Shrew Hawk that I carry every hunting trip into the woods. Will hold these dear. Again, many happy trails, Sir.
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| From: llknp
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP. You and Red Bird, together again. Peace.
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| From: Bugle up
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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What a life lived. Peace...
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| From: instarcher
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Very sorry to hear! A great loss indeed!
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| From: Fisher
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I am sorry to hear of his passing. Ron was a good guy. He was not the same after losing his wife. They are now reunited.
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| From: bowfitz
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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sad day for archery,God speed
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| From: Supernaut
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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RIP Mr. LaClair.
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| From: rallison
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I'll step into the woods behind my house at sunset today and "pipe him off" with a couple tunes. I'm thinking Amazing Grace, Bells Of Dunblane, and Row Me Home To Islay.
Journey well, mate, and rest in peace.....
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| From: streamguy
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Ron was a living legend. RIP
Prayers for his family.
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| From: hvac tech
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Rest in peace brother it was a pleasure knowing you
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| From: Wayno
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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R.I.P. Ron
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| From: Draven
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Condolences R.I.P Ron
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| From: bigjohnmissalot
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Condolences for ones left behind, we never met but i admired him and his hard work for the advancement of our sport we truly love, going shoot some arrows in honor of Mr. LaClair, R.I.P. you will be missed
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| From: garnet65
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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To live one's life on one's own terms, and then to pass the same way, is truly extraordinary.
A life well lived is its own reward.
I hope your passing was peaceful and without pain.
Sincerely, WMM
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| From: WarDancer
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I believe he choose his time and his place, there was no pain only peace and his desire to be with his Red Bird. A man's man in every way something we can all strive for.
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| From: Ramjet
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron
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| From: Matt M
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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First it was RymanCat, now Ron Laclair…. the two wallers that I most enjoyed reading their posts are now gone. Sad times for us left behind, but precious in the sight of the Lord is the passing of His saints. God speed Mr Ron
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| From: Quack
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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He’ll be missed A fine fellow. We lost alot with his passing
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| From: tobywon
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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Oh man, I don’t come on as much anymore or post much, but I didn’t know RymanCat had passed. A late condolence for him and his family as well!!
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| From: Gorbin
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I was just thinking about Mr LaClair the other day. Actually wondering how he was doing. Saw him at Kzoo a decade or so ago. I was with my young son and said, look son, that's a real mountain man. Much explanation followed, lol.
From what I gather here he left this life on his own terms, just like he lived it. May we all be so blessed.
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| From: Scotsman
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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He will be missed…. A true man’s man. Respected by all.
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| From: LBshooter
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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what a great guy and a loss of great knowledge. Ron was always ready to help out and answer questions. A good long life and he will be missed. God speed and prayers go out to his family.
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| From: Babysaph
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| Date: 09-May-22 |
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I enjoyed the video of deer camp
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| From: Mountain Man
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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I haven’t posted in a long time
This is the last thing i wanted to read this morning A true gentleman a great archer and a big man with a bigger heart who was always willing to help others We have truly lost one of the great ones Now he hunts with the angels,,,and i think he ll show them all some new tricks
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| From: Old Bow
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Lots of good people here , good memories that everyone posted here for this man !
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| From: BK
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Very sorry to hear this. We all looked up to Mr. LaClair in some way or other. I only had the good fortune to speak with him one time. We spoke about bows, deer, and "Harleys". All the good stuff. And he spoke to you like he had known you all of his life. R.I.P.
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| From: brianbfree
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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RIP Ron thank your the poetry schooling.
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| From: treetopper
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Rest in peace, sir. You have been an inspiration to so many. Always loved the pictures from camp and especially enjoyed your poetry. You will be missed.
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| From: R.grider
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Ron was our guest speaker at KyTradFest some years back. I always worry about celebrities being uppity and aloof, but not Ron. Very down to earth, genuine, and a people person, someone you would gladly share a hunt, and a campfire with. We need more like him. Rest in Peace Sir.
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| From: 2FLETCH
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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God bless him, as we were blessed to have him amongst us. He was a legend and an Icon. We were privileged to work with him for several years, but I only met him in person once at Denton Hill. He was an impressive figure and was all that he seemed to be. God bless you Ron. We love you man!
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| From: MGF
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Sorry to hear. Prayers and condolences offered. I never met him but I've been reading of his exploits for a long time.
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| From: windfeather
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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So sad to hear of Ron’s passing. Condolences to his family.
He was the reason I opened my computer everyday and came to this site looking for his posts of wisdom. He will be and is truly missed.
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| From: BRIBOWl
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Maybe some of you remember when Ron had a trailer called the Road Warrior he sold a lot of Shrew bows I was helping Ron at the time he always treated me very well.
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| From: BRIBOWl
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Maybe some of you remember when Ron had a trailer called the Road Warrior he sold a lot of Shrew bows I was helping Ron at the time he always treated me very well.
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| From: Bob Rowlands
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Ron was his own man, a one off original. Ron was a stickbow ambassador (and don't forget muzzleloading enthusiast) during a period when 90% of archers dropped the stickbow like a hot potato.
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| From: George Tsoukalas
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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I met Ron of eternal memory at Denton. He was gracious and the perfect gentleman. We swapped some yarns and enjoyed talking.
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| From: NBK
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Sad to hear this. Condolences to all who knew him.
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| From: Darryl/Deni
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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A real gentleman who contributed so much to the sport we love. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for him and his family.
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| From: Codjigger
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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I bought my first longbow from Ron at his shop in MI. Back in the 80s he came to our bear camp in Ontario. (Yes..he got a bear!) One day he shot a turtle..cooked it up and we all had to have a taste...hard to say no to Ron.! Codjigger
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| From: Shag
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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So sad to see this news. Ron was an inspiration to us all. He will be truly missed. I’m glad he went out on his own terms, doing what he loved. I hope we can all be so lucky and life a life a full as Ron’s was. Rest In Peace Ron.
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| From: Ranger Joe
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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God Bless ya Ron!(Red Bird and You are together Again! R.I.P.)
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| From: reddogge
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Larger than life, Ron was. I'll miss his posts on his knives and the hunting pictures of old. But he went out like he wanted which is a good thing.
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| From: grizz
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Ron LaClair was the real deal. I’ll never use my big Bowie again without thinking of him.
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| From: tzolk
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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A very sad day for his family and as well his traditional archery family. He looked like he loved living in his new cabin. At least he will be with his lovely wife and they will be reunited. He is a legend.
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| From: HRhodes
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace.
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| From: Stick
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Ron..
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| From: Tboughty
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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RIP to a legend.
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| From: Old Bow
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Was his picture ever put on the cover of a book ?
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| From: Zman
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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RIP Ron.
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| From: TD
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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I got to meet Ron at the ETAR. Art Vincent introduced Ron to me.The three of us spent a good hour jaw jackin. It was like old friends who hadn't seen each other in years.HAPPY TRIALS OLD COOT! RIP.
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| From: Mint
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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RIP Ron.
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| From: buckeye
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Thank you Ron for everything you've done for archers and your presence here . This place won't be the same. rest in peace brother.
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| From: Tom Litchfield
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Sad news, RIP Ron. I hope the days ahead are brighter for his family and friends.
Thanks to those who posted photos from years past...
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| From: heydeerman
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Mr. LeClaire. Thank you for your huge contribution to the sport of kings.
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| From: limbwalker
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| Date: 10-May-22 |
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Only met him once but he seemed larger than life.
He lived a full and rich life which is all any of us can ask for.
Prayers for his family.
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| From: Rob
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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Rest In Peace Mr. LaClair.
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| From: Jim D
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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My condolences. RIP Ron.
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| From: Buckdancer
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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You’ve done well old coon to keep your top not on now it’s time for a rest old coon you’ve done well very well.
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| From: hickory
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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R.i.p. Ron.
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| From: Percy
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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Very sad news. Rest in peace Ron.
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| From: Arrow4862
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Ron. Thank you for the opportunity to shoot with you. Prayers sent for all family and friends.
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| From: Popester
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.
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| From: Nemophilist
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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You're with your wife now. Rest In Piece Ron.
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| From: 2nocks
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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Prayers sent he will be missed in the archery community
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| From: goelk
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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prayers RIP Ron
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| From: Juancho
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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RIP. He is now in better hunting grounds.
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| From: slsplets
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| Date: 11-May-22 |
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RIP Mr. La Clair, Multiple conversations with him. He was a legend that will be sorely missed. Condolences to his family! Scott
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| From: tradi-doerr
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| Date: 12-May-22 |
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RIP, prayers sent for him and his family.
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| From: Catinthehat79
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| Date: 12-May-22 |
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Rip Mr.LaClair you will be missed. In rely reply to someone asking about him being on any book covers, here he is on traditional bowhunter cover.
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| From: The Beav
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| Date: 12-May-22 |
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What a legend. Enjoyed his posts, especially ones with pictures of he and his wife. RIP Ron.
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| From: TGCHACUR
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| Date: 12-May-22 |
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From Spain prayers sent for him and his family. Rest easy, legend. So far and so sad…
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| From: Rainmaker58
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| Date: 12-May-22 |
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Rest in peace Mr. LaClair.
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| From: 4FINGER
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| Date: 15-May-22 |
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Rest Well Mountain Man Bowhunter...You have indeed Left Your Mark...Condolences to Mr.LaClairs Family and Friends...4finger
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| From: MetisMark
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| Date: 16-May-22 |
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May the Almighty grant you peace and serenity, in those Mountains up high.
Sincerest condolences to the LaClair family. Metis Mark.
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| From: AspirinBuster
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| Date: 20-May-22 |
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I hadn’t heard this news. Another of our legends gone. RIP - what a talented and kind soul.
Frank
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| From: cut it out
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| Date: 20-May-22 |
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Ray Lyon posted in another forum that Mr. Laclair was buried in a custom pine casket and with a Flintlock rifle and pistol and a knife and his shrew bow wearing his buckskins!!! That man is a true legend. To me that is so awesome and so fitting for him.
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| From: cut it out
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| Date: 20-May-22 |
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Also that he scripted his burial wishes, really shows how much his life style meant to him.
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| From: ROSCO
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| Date: 20-May-22 |
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Condolences to family and friends
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| From: 1/2miledrag
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| Date: 22-May-22 |
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Men like Ron don’t pass in hospitals. Rest in peace. Prayers for his family members.
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| From: Ray Lyon
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| Date: 23-May-22 |
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Yes, Ron had a casket made by a woodworking friend out of pine. It had rope handles and two flintlock rifle ball starter’s were used as latch keeper on the leather latches. Ron’s wife Nancy’s (Redbird) ashes were in his leather possibles bag slung over his shoulder.
The picture includes the Shrewhaven Crew and then two of Ron’s grandsons (far left) as we toasted to Ron’s memory pre funeral.
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| From: Treeman
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| Date: 23-May-22 |
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God's blessings on Ron's family and friends.
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| From: Bowlim
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| Date: 19-Jun-22 |
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I missed this. So sad. He still seemed vivid on the Leatherwall. I did not expect it. Greatly missed. I have one of his Shrew Hills to remember him by.
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| From: hunterbob
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| Date: 19-Jun-22 |
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Ron will be forever missed. None like him
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| From: B.T.
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| Date: 20-Jun-22 |
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Ron and Nancy both gone... They were a very nice couple, so sad.
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| From: David A.
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| Date: 20-Jun-22 |
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Never met Ron, but he was as nice as could be in email exchanges. I'm sure we all know what an authentic and iconic life he had. It is surely something for us all to reflect upon...and to admire.
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| From: 6-gold
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| Date: 15-Jul-22 |
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I meet Ron many years ago when we were both young men we had shot a few touraments in the 1950 Rest in peace Ron you sure left your mark.
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| From: Candyman
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| Date: 15-Jul-22 |
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RIP Ron. Prayers sent from Pa.
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| From: Tethered Falcon
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| Date: 16-Jul-22 |
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Pouring one out for a legend. Rest In Peace Sir.
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| From: yahooty
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| Date: 16-Jul-22 |
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How very sad. We all fortunate enough to have the chance to be on this site and converse with a living legend. A true loss
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