Robert OToole

ChrisR · Post by **ChrisR** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 10:40 am

We heard the shocking news today that Robert is being held in a coma after suffering a heart attack.

I can part-quote Chris Slaybaugh : for a forum member so relentlessly intent on giving of himself to our forum, it seems hugely and incredibly appropriate to ask for good wishes for him, and his wife Tatyana.

The latest is an SMS from Tatyana saying "We are still fighting now!".
I'm certain all forum members are longing for good news.

Lou Jost · Post by **Lou Jost** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:00 am

Very much so, Chris. Robert is one of the most generous contributors to this forum, and a kind person in real life as well. I am so sorry this happened and I hope he will pull through unharmed. If anyone does hear any news, I hope you will post it here.

dolmadis · Post by **dolmadis** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:25 am

Robert is a friend and a mentor to me and no doubt many others and I wish him a speedy recovery.

Best

John

lonepal · Post by **lonepal** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:55 am

I am very sorry to hear that

I hope he gets well soon.

zzffnn · Post by **zzffnn** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 12:46 pm

Robert, I hope you win your fight and have a speedy recovery! We all admire your great work. However, please take some rest first and foremost, don't push yourself too much.

Adalbert · Post by **Adalbert** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 1:03 pm

Robert, get well soon!
BR, ADi

mawyatt · Post by **mawyatt** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 4:20 pm

Robert,

You are a Icon here and we are all thinking and praying for your speedy and full recovery.

Best Regards,

Mike

Yawns · Post by **Yawns** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 5:17 pm

When I saw the post title I knew it wouldn't be anything good..
Wishing him and his family the best.

dmillard · Post by **dmillard** » Thu Jun 20, 2019 6:18 pm

Robert,

Thank you for the generosity with which you have shared your insights and information.

I hope you have a rapid recovery.

Best wishes,
David

grgh · Post by **grgh** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 3:46 am

Robert

Wishing you and family, a positive recovery.

George

NNL33543 · Post by **NNL33543** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 4:50 pm

My first post. I met Robert at Fort Desoto many years ago. Very friendly and helpful guy. I visited his closeup photography site frequently and he has been hugely helpful. I pray for his full recovery. My regards to his family.
Tony

ChrisR · Post by **ChrisR** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 6:19 pm

Robert is still being held in a coma. We shall not know what lies ahead until he's brought out.

Lou Jost · Post by **Lou Jost** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 6:20 pm

Thanks for the update Chris.

Chris S. · Post by **Chris S.** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 7:34 pm

Tatyana just posted some good news on Facebook:

Robert has battled his way back 6 hours ago, we had a very rough tough day, he recognized most faces, names, but still some memory loss ( he has been in a very crazy sedation!!), his speech needs to get back to normal, walking etc.

All we know so far, his vitals and some test are good, still many more to go

I'm exhausted, but I'm the happiest right now!!

More details later

Thank you everyone for your help, support!

Robert and I are blessed to have all of you in life!!!

rolsen · Post by **rolsen** » Fri Jun 21, 2019 7:47 pm

Get well soon Robert! Love and strength to the family in this difficult time.