I can't believe it's been 50 years since I played summer baseball with the Greene County Sheriffs having Bob and Cliff Wells coaching us.
I was fortunate enough several years ago at my Aunt's funeral to speak to 'Coach". I told him how appreciative I was to have been coached by him. I expressed to him that my years playing for him were the best years of my youth. I loved the game and so did he.
Thanks, Mr. Durnbaugh, you will always remain in the best memories of my life. RIP
Kevin Jacobs

A Tribute for Bobby Podcast

Skip Nipper, the Nashville Vols Historian who conducted numerous baseball interviews with Bobby and Betty, today posted an incredibly moving tribute to his friend Bobby on his podcast page:

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1966141/13653513-tribute-to-bobby-durnbaugh

Bobby and his teammate, Larry Taylor, with the 1956 Nashville Vols minor league baseball team.

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

Bobby with his Vols teammate, Larry Taylor, and Country Music player Bob Moore.  Before the 9 Aug 1956 game against Montgomery at Sulphur Dell, a pre-game exhibition game was played between ex-Vols and Country Music stars.

(L-R) Larry Taylor, Bob Moore, Bobby Durnbaugh

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

Betty Durnbaugh, Skip Nipper, Bobby Durnbaugh,  9 Mar 2022, at Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama.

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

Bobby with the Cincinnati Reds in Sep 1957.

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

Bobby with the 1955 Nashville Vols minor league baseball team.

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

Bobby in team picture of the 1956 Nashville Vols minor league baseball team.  Bobby is in the front row of players, 2nd from the left.

Photo courtesy of Skip Nipper, Nashville Vols Historian.

In 2000 Bobby was inducted into the Beavercreek High School Athletic Hall of Fame (BHSAHOF).  

The writeup read:
"Bob accumulated 14 varsity letters playing baseball (4), football (3), track (3) & basketball (4) and is considered the best single athlete ever produced at Beavercreek.  He led the Baseball team to a State Championship.  He also maintained a .543 Batting Average."

I am so sorry for your loss. My husband, Larry Taylor, thought so much of Bobby.

Bobby and three of his former Nashville Vols teammates reunite at the Nashville Sounds inaugural game at First Tennessee Ballpark, 17 Apr 2015.

Bobby at Red's Spring Training, Tampa, Florida, Mar 1957

Dear Betty and Family,

Bobby was my sixth grade crush. I can remember going on a hayride with him. At the time we didn’t know that poison ivy was mixed in with hay.  My memory of that event was bittersweet. 
He was such a great guy and so well liked. It was a pleasure knowing him and following his athletic ability.
He will continue to live on within your family.
Darlene Zimmerman Bristol

Betty and Family,
Carol and I want to offer our heartfelt condolences for your loss.  We were privileged to know and play baseball with Bobby for over 30 year - starting when our son, Michael, was 11 (now 42).  Bobby was an inspiration to thousands of local boys and girls (and to their parents) for over 60 years with Beavercreek Community Athletic Association (BCAA).  Bobby was the heart and soul of BCAA: whether coaching, working the diamonds, helping us dumb parents become better coaches, or just being an incredible role model.  He will be sorely missed by all of us who knew him and loved him.  He was truly a legend who can never be replaced.
Gene and Carol Dalrymple

I didn’t personally know Mr. Durnbaugh, but I do know his son Mike quite well. My most sincere condolences to Mike along with his entire family. May God’s grace and mercy offer you a great measure of peace during this very difficult time.

Doug Gartrell

My deepest sympathy goes out to  the Durnbaugh family.  A legend has passed on to the other side.  I’m sure he will be missed but the memories he left behind will keep him in all your minds and hearts.   I know Mark loved coming over to you house and hang out with Mike for most of his whole but short life.   He always had wonderful things to say about everybody in the family.  
R.I.P. Mr Durnbaugh

Dear Betty and Family,
We are truly sorry to hear of your profound loss.
The world has lost a very good man.  We were blessed to have known Bob and to share in his love of baseball.
The gifts Bob gave to his family, friends and community will always be treasured by those who knew and loved him.  
We send our prayers, special thoughts, love and sincere condolences to you during this difficult time.
Pat, Jeff, Richard and Regine Tatem
Ps. Hope Dick and Bob will enjoy hitting a few baseballs in heaven.

OBITUARIO

Robert E. Durnbaugh

15 enero, 1933 – 20 septiembre, 2023

Tobias Funeral Home - Beavercreek Chapel

Muestre su apoyo

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