Johnny1, thank you for posting the images of Mr. Golumbick.
I have a little info on Bill. To the best of my recollection he started at Mr. Stern's (Leo) gym in North Park (San Diego). After he stopped competing in 1963, he opened Valley Barbell Club in Spring Valley CA, a few miles from Geo. Redpath's gym. Bill later move the Club (always a non-profit corp) to El Cajon. This is were he picked up a few members when Ralph Kroger sold his gym and were Scott Wilson latter trained. After they redeveloped the old army barracks that the gym was in, he moved to the current location in La Mesa and named it Parkway Fitness.
The unique thing about Mr. Golumbick in the 60's and 70's was that he made most all of his equipment, including all the bars, benches and dumbbells. At one time he made a scott curling bench with a three speed transmission. Mr. Golumbick was an engineer that worked for one of the large aerospace companies in the San Diego area. He also latter taught welding classes through an adult ed. program. He had the first "key club" gym in San Diego, 24 hour access 365 days a year. He ran a tight ship with his gym and that got on the nerves of a more than a few, but it was his gym for over 45 years. The gym has recently filed for bankruptcy and many members have pledged finances to help reorganize and keep it open. It was stated at a meeting of the membership that all the equipment would be donated to the new organization if they find a suitable location. Mr. Golumbick was a very unique and special man and has a fine legacy here in San Diego.
I have never met Bill, but I have been hearing things about him for many years. Many have been training at his gym since the beginning (1964) and I am sure they could really speak of the man and his expertise. I wish him peace and a safe journey home.
San Diego has had it share of real gyms run by many titled physique competitors. It has been interesting to see and have been a part of.
Big Pat