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Topic: Robert Tatum RIP

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perimeterpost
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Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 3:48:08 PM

Sad news coming from Fran Fraschilla via twitter-

Fran Fraschilla wrote:

Sad news for OU Bobcats everywhere. Robert Tatum, one of 1st guys I helped recruit, passed away today. NCAA buzzer-beater vs. Ill St. #RIP

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u41taGZcCA

MY STATE. MY TEAM.

Steve
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 3:57:36 PM

Geez. Couldn't have been 50.

MedinaCat
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 4:14:51 PM

Oh no...way to young...very sad! His buzzer beater ranks Top 5 on my list of all time best Bobcat moments. Rest in Peace Robert.

Alan Swank
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 4:20:32 PM

A great player on a great team. Sad news.

Bobcat Binge
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 5:00:54 PM

Enjoyed watching the tandem of Tatum and Baron play, some great Bobcat history there. I spoke with Paul Baron at the Miami game in Oxford and he told me that Robert was in very poor health. The two of them remained in touch through the years and Paul was quite concerned about Robert's condition. R.I.P., Robert Tatum.

bobcatpaul
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 5:22:29 PM

I'm very sorry to hear about Robert Tatum's passing. That 1982-83 season was a lot of fun. His buzzer beater against Illinois State was unforgettable. RIP Robert.

bornacatfan
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 6:09:03 PM

Got a text from Paul Baron today with the news. Sad. They were still very tight along with Big John.

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bobcatsquared
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 7:36:00 PM

Heartbreaking news.

Andrew Ruck
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:16:20 PM

perimeterpost wrote:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u41taGZcCA

What an incredible shot.

Andrew Ruck
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Obc2
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:21:18 PM

I'm heat broken for his loved ones and family.

I'm embarrassed to admit I've never seen his ncaa game winner before tonight. I hope all diehard Bobcats see the YouTube video above and think warmly of Mr Tatum.

RSBobcat
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:33:37 PM

I can remember that game like it was yesterday. RIP to a great Bobcat, and a great guy.

RS Bobcat

Brufus
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 9:52:17 PM

And next Tuesday will mark 32 years since that Illinois State game. You will be missed, Robert.

OhioCatFan
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 10:09:20 PM

RIP, very sad to hear this news.

He was a great Bobcat!

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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 10:24:25 PM

Robert Tatum was a giant to me. I was sad to hear about the health issues that had beset him through the years. May he rest in peace.

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Bobcat Grad 86
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/10/2015 10:27:04 PM

I am out of the country on vacation but am heartbroken to hear about Robert. I had several classes with Robert and in 1986 when I volunteered in the sports information office I interviewed Robert for a story I wrote about him in the program for the Northern Illinois Game.

So many great memories on the court including not only the NCAA Buzzer Beater, but also the come from behind upset of DePaul. Most of all I will remember how kind Robert was off the court. My prayers go out to his family and all of his friends.

GroverBall
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 12:14:57 AM

I was a crazy passionate 15 year old Bobcat fan and at the Illinois State game with my Pops and it remains one of the highlights of my sporting life. Robert and my old man remained close for decades. Dad told me tonight that Robert even recognized his voice in a Convo bathroom not too long ago when he was in serious decline. He was a great Bobcat who loved the University. I've always connected his amazing shot with my amazing father, who was and is as passionate about the Bobcats as he is Shakespeare and Ohio Univesity and who has joined me in seeing incredible games across the country. Thank you Robert and thank you Dad.

OUVan
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 8:14:18 AM

Sad news. He provided one of those "where were you when" moments for everybody that was a Bobcat. I was watching it in the TV lounge of the College Inn with my girlfriend. Nearly broke my hand on the ceiling when it went through the net. Thanks for the memories Robert.

Kinggeorge4
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 9:15:52 AM

Prayers to his family, RIP!

GO BOBCATS
GEORGE

brucecuth
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 9:52:04 AM

I am extremely saddened to hear about Robert's passing. He was far too young.

Casper71
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 9:52:40 AM

Yes, one of those very special moments in time when he sank that shot! I can still see it...may he R.I.P. Amen.

Mark Lembright '85
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 9:59:01 AM

So sad to hear of this news. Thoughts and prayers to his family. The memories he provided were indeed special; I always that he was an underrated superstar and was a heck of a player. Reading the above comments, apparently he too had a great passion for Ohio University. God bless him and rest in peace Mr. Tatum.

Last Edited: 3/11/2015 9:59:37 AM by Mark Lembright '85

OhioCatFan
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/11/2015 4:24:45 PM

GroverBall wrote:

What a nice story. Thanks for sharing. I think from the Shakespeare reference my English professor wife has figured out who you are.

GroverBall
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/12/2015 12:29:30 AM

OhioCatFan wrote:

GroverBall wrote:

What a nice story. Thanks for sharing. I think from the Shakespeare reference my English professor wife has figured out who you are.

If you out me I may stop passing you the ball for that open J of yours . . . .

;)

Jeff McKinney
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/12/2015 2:03:55 AM

Very sorry to hear about Robert's passing.

Alan Swank
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RE: Robert Tatum RIP

Posted: 3/12/2015 8:21:01 AM

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dispatch/obituary.aspx?p...

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