Author Topic: RIP - Robert Kennedy (1938-2012) (Read 8660 times)

Ron · « **on:** April 13, 2012, 12:20:47 PM »

Posted on the first thread, but deserves its own because the man was such a great influence in the sport of bodybuilding. Very sad, one of the great icons has passed away

It is with great sadness that we, the staff of Robert Kennedy Publishing in Mississauga, Ontario, announce the passing of Robert Kennedy, our company's founder.

It is with great sadness that we, the staff of Robert Kennedy Publications, announce the passing of Robert Kennedy, our company’s founder and inspirational leader. Bob passed away on April 13, at home after losing his heroic battle with cancer. He was 73 years old. Bob was surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife, Tosca Reno and his four daughters, Chelsea Kennedy, 19, Rachel Corradetti, 27, Kiersten Corradetti, 24 and Kelsey-Lynn Corradetti, 20. Bob’s only son, Braden Robert James Kennedy passed away last March, at the tender age of 23.

Bob’s life work, dedication and impact on bodybuilding, health and fitness has been a source of inspiration to tens of millions of people and his legacy as a pioneer in this field will continue. If you would like to leave a comment, please do so at: http://www.rkpubs.com/bob/

Here is another good article about Bob...

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/remembering-robert-kennedy-1938-2012.html

Dr Dutch · « **Reply #1 on:** April 13, 2012, 12:22:31 PM »

RIP.......so sad. The accident with his son back then, now the kid goes and then Bob himself. I posted it before: early 90s his mag was the best ever.....

CT_Muscle · « **Reply #2 on:** April 13, 2012, 12:24:39 PM »

R.I.P. I use to read his magazine.....but sounds like he died peacefully surrounded by family, thats the way to go

Board_SHERIF · « **Reply #3 on:** April 13, 2012, 01:07:21 PM »

Damn to bad - I met Bob and Tosca about 5 years ago.

mass243 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 13, 2012, 01:19:51 PM »

His magazine used to be good reading back in the day when I still did read bb magazines regularly.

oldtimer1 · « **Reply #5 on:** April 13, 2012, 01:38:36 PM »

He really loved bodybuilding. You could tell it was his passion. One of the good guys involved in the sport.

Dr Dutch · « **Reply #6 on:** April 13, 2012, 01:46:20 PM »

Quote from: mass243 on April 13, 2012, 01:19:51 PM

His magazine used to be good reading back in the day when I still did read bb magazines regularly.

x2 exactly

GHGut · « **Reply #7 on:** April 13, 2012, 02:58:58 PM »

One of the nicest guys in the sport and in life. Bob spoke ill on no one and no one spoke ill of Bob. He was instrumental in many people's careers and will be deeply missed.

claymore · « **Reply #8 on:** April 13, 2012, 03:21:10 PM »

R.I.P Bob

maxkane69 · « **Reply #9 on:** April 13, 2012, 03:33:06 PM »

Quote from: dutchguy on April 13, 2012, 12:22:31 PM

RIP.......so sad. The accident with his son back then, now the kid goes and then Bob himself. I posted it before: early 90s his mag was the best ever.....

So true!
Unfortunately Muscletech KILLED MuscleMag!

arce1988 · « **Reply #10 on:** April 13, 2012, 03:39:49 PM »

R.I.P.

Purge_WTF · « **Reply #11 on:** April 13, 2012, 04:34:36 PM »

Pretty much the only magazine I'd buy nowadays. R.I.P.

BIG AL MCKECHNIE · « **Reply #12 on:** April 13, 2012, 05:07:16 PM »

Sad news. RIP Bob, one of the good guys.

Fortress · « **Reply #13 on:** April 13, 2012, 05:43:34 PM »

Powerlift66 · « **Reply #14 on:** April 13, 2012, 06:04:03 PM »

Great guy, used to buy his Mags back in 1981-1982 (still got em)... Bob will me missed...

BIG ACH · « **Reply #15 on:** April 13, 2012, 06:12:03 PM »

RIP - seemed like one of the best guys in the business!

L.L · « **Reply #16 on:** April 13, 2012, 06:17:14 PM »

Wiggs · « **Reply #17 on:** April 13, 2012, 06:29:39 PM »

R.I.P. Great mag back in the day. Loved it. One of the good guys.

Bigmacdaddy18 · « **Reply #18 on:** April 13, 2012, 07:07:16 PM »

RIP. Met him a few times...truly passionate about everything he did including his love of bodybuilding.

musclecenter · « **Reply #19 on:** April 13, 2012, 07:13:34 PM »

R.I.P.

Hurricane Beef ! · « **Reply #20 on:** April 13, 2012, 07:29:18 PM »

God bless Mr. Kennedy and his family.

Respectfully,
Adam

Master Blaster · « **Reply #21 on:** April 13, 2012, 07:47:18 PM »

Rest in peace. I'm glad that my urge to say something inappropriate has been tempered with age. I guess getting older has its advantages.

I remind myself that there are many friends and family, kids and former coworkers that are missing someone they cared dearly about.

Rest in peace Robert Kennedy.

You will be sorely missed. The world is worse off for you passing.

jude2 · « **Reply #22 on:** April 13, 2012, 08:02:34 PM »

RIP He took a risk with the mag industry back then and it paid off well for him.

keanu · « **Reply #23 on:** April 13, 2012, 09:14:44 PM »

I met Robert when he ran his store in downtown Toronto. Very friendly guy, and a great storyteller. He is probably working out with his son and Vince Gironda as we speak. RIP Mr. Kennedy.

Kwon_2 · « **Reply #24 on:** April 14, 2012, 01:48:15 AM »

R.I.P.

He was one of the great ones.

Author Topic: RIP - Robert Kennedy (1938-2012) (Read 8660 times)

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