Like everyone who knew Bob Spencer, I was sad to hear of his passing.  Anyone 
who has done or witnessed up close lengthy care-giving by one human for another 
should have deep admiration for the role of Robert, Jr. over the last many 
years.  The collective laughter and groans Bob was responsible for would drown 
out the cranes in Grand Island, NE.  It think it was the 1990s up at the 
observation point on Hamilton Reservoir when a bunch of us were quietly scoping 
the water in hopes of spotting a constantly diving, true to its alternative 
name, Yellow-billed Diver.  No noise except for the shuffling of feet and cold 
breathing.  Then up rises a squeaky sing-song ditty, "Out in the boonies, 
lookin' for some loonies".  Guess who?  Those sharing Bob's current existence 
are probably giving him distance, but I bet they're smiling.  I am glad 
Colorado bird groups honored Bob with various awards before we lost him.

Dave Leatherman
Fort Collins

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