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Mallamo
climber
Cody, WY
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Molly,
What a beautiful way to honor Pete's memory. I didn't know him all that well and only met the three of you a few times on my many visits to Lander, but my great friends there have always had wonderful things to say about him.
I had the true honor of carrying my friend Todd Skinner's ashes back from Wyoming a couple years ago and delivering them to Julie in NC (where I used to live). She is such an amazing artist and has done these two men proud by the memorials she has created.
I hope someday I can visit Pete's and I also hope you and Avery are well and happy.
Take care and be good to yourself.
Peter Mallamo
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Topper Wilson
Trad climber
Pueblo, CO
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Molly,
I love it, spot on!
all the best,
Topper
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Hampton
Social climber
Tucson, AZ
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Thinking of you today Pete. Gone but not forgotten.
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Evel
Trad climber
Nedsterdam CO
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Pete was like a big brother to me. I miss him.
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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Aug 12, 2013 - 08:25am PT
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Hi
The Absolons are together in Florida at Martha's.
We remembered Pete yesterday.
We told stories and Aves through
beautiful dark red rose into the bay.
Present:
Grandma Mary Mom
Martha, Kevin, Samantha, Alexandria,
Duke.
Molly and Avery
Mary and Molly.
Lucas.
Our lives and hearts are patched together
by the community our family forever.
Mary
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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Jul 16, 2014 - 12:22am PT
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Hi Everyone:
It has been about two years since I entered a comment here.
Sometimes 2007 seems so close, other times not so.
The intertwining of the paths in our lives meanders on.
This year it will return us to Lander, Wyoming.
Our daughter, Pete's niece, is excited about a NOLS internship in Lander.
Molly has completed several NOLS courses.
It is sad that Pete is not around to enjoy and relish in this wonderful "family affair".
I know his spirit and personality will embrace our daughter is many wonderful ways as she walks and lives and touches the same places that have Pete's fingerprints on.
See Ya later....
Love Always,
Mary
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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Aug 10, 2014 - 11:18pm PT
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Thinking of you my dear brother on this fateful day in 2007....
May you rest in peace always.
Climb on....
Love,
Mary
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overwatch
climber
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Aug 11, 2014 - 12:01am PT
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I know from personal experience how it feels...I hope the pain has eased somewhat for you although it will never go away. Best wishes to you and yours
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 11, 2014 - 02:18am PT
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hey there say, to mary...
thank you for stopping by and sharing your love, and heart felt share, about your dear brother...
thank you for updates, as to the family...
may grace and strength, continually be yours, in so many ways...
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COT
climber
Door Number 3
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Aug 11, 2014 - 04:59am PT
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Pete during our one day ascent of The Jaded Lady (VI 5.12a) on Mt Hooker. The hail and rain storm ended our free attempt, but a good outing none the less. Miss you buddy!
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Neil
Gym climber
Here and there
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Nov 11, 2014 - 05:41pm PT
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Missing you, Pete. I've been thinking about you a bunch recently. You're so awesome.
--Nate Furman
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Molly A
Social climber
Lander
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I am so moved to come back here and see posts from friends and family. It's crazy how much time has passed and yet how strong my love for Pete remains. He brought light into many of our lives. He'd be so proud of his beautiful daughter who has grown into a lovely, talented and kind young woman. He'd love to see the snow falling outside my window and know the freezer is full of moose meat from this year's hunt (not mine, but my husband Allen's).
Thanks dear friends for helping me hold Pete's memory in your hearts. I have come to realize that, not my anger, is the best way to honor him.
Much love,
Molly
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skcreidc
Social climber
SD, CA
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Not that I know (or knew) any of you, but this event posted up here has always struck a strong cord with me. Unless there is a real reason to it, I get on peoples case's for trundling of any kind. RIP Pete Absolon. His memorial is still there I take it. One of these days I will make a point of visiting it.
Chris
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couchmaster
climber
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Molly, I never knew Pete, but he's clearly the kind of person that any of us would joyfully tie in with anytime. I remember the first post back in 2007, but didn't know what to say to you then: maybe I still don't. I just want you to know that a stranger out here who never knew Pete, but wishes that he had, sends you and yours good feelings for the holidays. None of us forgot, nor will we.
Warm regards
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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Jan 14, 2015 - 10:41pm PT
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Hi
My dear brother Pete's Mom passed away December 21, 2014....
Mary Bendix Absolon, age 84 of Rockville, Maryland, formerly of Annandale, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Sunday December 21, 2014 at home with son and grandson. Born 11/30/1930. Preceded in death by parents Lester & Molly Bendix; husband Karel; children Fritz & Peter; & daughter-in-law Sue. Survived by her children Mary (Bill Herber), John & Martha Delehanty (Kevin); daughter-in-law Molly Absolon (Allen O’Bannon); grandchildren Chris & Molly Herber, Lucas Absolon, Samantha, Alexandria & Duke Delehanty, and Avery Absolon; brother John Bendix (Deanna); cousin Barb Boughton (Barry); cousin Richard Peterson; and nephew Henry Ziegler (Zhi). Mary was a University of Minnesota School of Nursing graduate, registered nurse, attended St. Catherine’s, St. Paul, MN & volunteered at the National Library of Congress. For over 31 years & to her death, she was a proud friend of Bill W’s. Her living legacy are her children, grandchildren, and medical library collection she & her husband donated to Absolon Collection at Laupus Library East Carolina University. She died with great serenity & was passionate about Minnesota sports teams, Jane Austen and Downton Abbey. She was loved by those who came in contact with her. A Mass of Christian Burial & Celebration of Life will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 4900 Strathmore Ave., Garrett Park, MD on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 11 am with family receiving friends 1 hour prior. Interment will be held at Gate of Heaven Cemetery Silver Spring, Maryland. Donations can be made in Mary’s name to Absolon Collection Laupus Library, East Carolina University 600 Moye Blvd Greenville, NC 27834 or Rockville Meals on Wheels P.O. Box 465 Rockville, MD 20848.
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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I hear there is an Absolon relative living in Lander??? Who would have thought...
Thanks Bro for bringing your niece to Lander and NOLs....
Know your spirit roams with her on your rocks...
Love and Remembrance from my Heart
Mary....
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Sister of Pete Absolon
Social climber
Edina, Minnesota
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Aug 11, 2015 - 04:27am PT
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Thinking about my brother today -...missing you always...living life to the fullest with the wonders that it brings.
We will be in Lander in few weeks and plan to hike to Legg Lake.
I know your spirit will help my heavy legs as I hike the steps you did on this fateful day 8 years ago.
Know we honor your life and that your daughter Aves is growing to an awesome young lady!
Mary
Pete's sister
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Mallamo
climber
Cody, WY
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I have no idea why, but Pete popped into my head today.I was remembering a conversation we once had at Steve Bechtel's house, during one of the many times I bivied on his office floor for the summer. I then started thinking of the many friends that have passed, and how our one link was climbing. Whether we knew one another well or not, or even at all, we had that bond.
I hope you and Avery are well and happy Molly.
Cheers,
Peter Mallamo
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Molly A
Social climber
Lander
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Apr 28, 2016 - 09:11am PT
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On a whim I came to supertopo today and was so touched to see Peter Mallamo's note. I don't seem to get used to the fact that the mountains and cliffs we love kills so many of us. It's strange.. I suppose the power of those places and the friendship forged there — or through the lweb of friends indirectly linked by our passion for those wild places like my link to you Peter — is worth the risk, but it is very hard and sad when we lose the gamble and someone is gone from our lives forever.
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overwatch
climber
Arizona
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Apr 28, 2016 - 12:04pm PT
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especially something so senseless and avoidable. Condolences to you and yours
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