mfg Posted January 20, 2023 Report Share Posted January 20, 2023 So profoundly sorry to hear about what's going on with Bob Palma....As someone else touchingly said....that man has always been a treasure for all of us Studebaker/Avanti enthusiasts. At times, life can be very difficult. Praying for you Bob.....Ed Capozzi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson Posted January 21, 2023 Report Share Posted January 21, 2023 Yes, Bob is a very special soul. He’s been great for our hobby, a super friend and I’m sure you will never find a better person. He is certainly in my everyday thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantera928 Posted January 21, 2023 Report Share Posted January 21, 2023 What is going on and who is he? RegnalBob? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunslinger Posted January 21, 2023 Report Share Posted January 21, 2023 (edited) Bob Palma is a long-time well known guy in the Studebaker world though not as much with Avantis. He’s long been a technical advisor with Turning Wheels…the Studebaker Drivers Club’s magazine and regular columnist in Hemings Classic Cars. His dad was one of the last…if not the last…Packard dealers. Last year during a routine health check up Bob received the news had had cancer which had already spread. He’s been going through treatments and was just informed nothing is helping and treatments are being discontinued. He’s been given 4-6 months. I’ve known Bob for some time…one of the greatest guys you’ll ever meet and one of then most knowledgeable people on Studebaker out there…mechanically and historically. The Studebaker world will suffer a huge loss that will be difficult if not impossible to fill. Edited January 21, 2023 by Gunslinger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad Posted January 22, 2023 Report Share Posted January 22, 2023 Sad news indeed. It reminds us to cherish what we have right now. Good food, good friends, and good cars, family and faith. Whatever form it may take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skip Lackie Posted January 28, 2023 Report Share Posted January 28, 2023 Besides being very knowledgeable about automobiles in general and Studebakers in particular, Bob is also a very good writer. This skill has allowed him to write many articles in various Hemmings publications, both on paper and on line. His articles have helped to spread the word and increase knowledge about our favorite car make. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plwindish Posted February 3, 2023 Report Share Posted February 3, 2023 Bob is one of Studebaker's legends. Ed George and Bob Ashton rightfully recognized Bob as a Living Legend at the MCACN show in the Chicago area in November. My prayers are with you Bob! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mfg Posted February 16, 2023 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2023 Sadly just learned that Bob Palma passed away last night. RIP Bob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunslinger Posted February 16, 2023 Report Share Posted February 16, 2023 RIP Bob. He was an awesome guy…not just when it came to Studebaker but the car hobby in general…plus life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacey Posted February 16, 2023 Report Share Posted February 16, 2023 Did not know the gentleman, but hate to hear that we lost another person that was so fondly thought of. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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