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JOEY.F
Gym climber
It's not rocket surgery
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Jul 30, 2011 - 10:40pm PT
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I suppose we knew this day would come.
Paul's influence was inspiring on our daily lives. We were lucky to experience the sheer courage of the man. So grateful to have met you Paul a few times.
My condolences to Ruth, his family and friends.
Sending love,
Joe.
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sportcamper
Trad climber
NEW HAMPSHIRE
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Jul 30, 2011 - 10:45pm PT
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Paul, will miss You. your posts have opened my eyes to many things.
And like Riley said,
I am glad Your pain is over. James.
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jogill
climber
Colorado
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Jul 30, 2011 - 11:54pm PT
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A sad tale, Paul, but boldly told. I hope you are with the spirit of climbing, on the rock in some distant dimension.
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Wayno
Big Wall climber
Seattle, WA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 02:29am PT
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Happy Trails, Paul. The man had a powerfully touching story to tell. My condolences to all his family and friends.
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Roughster
Sport climber
Vacaville, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 02:52am PT
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I can't believe he is gone. Statistics are something that happen to other people, and other people who we do not know.
I knew Paul, just briefly, from a stint of development in the Natural Bridge / Hayfork area and general climbing in the far NorCal areas particularly bouldering at Moonstone and Lost Rocks. I remember a day where we hung out at the base of the Dirt Surfer wall, just chilling and enjoying a nice summer day in the middle of nowhere. Although we disagreed on the topic of debate for the day, Removable Bolts (RBs), the banter was light and the day was ended with smiles all around.
I am so sorry for his family and those who knew him better. The North Coast was such a tight nit community, I can't imagine what many of them are going through. Paul has got to be climbing or tree topping somewhere in the beyond with a smile on his face and an energy for what he is doing.
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Jobee
Social climber
El Portal Ca.
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Jul 31, 2011 - 03:43am PT
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Forever Paul
Love, love, love.
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Wade Icey
Trad climber
www.alohashirtrescue.com
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Jul 31, 2011 - 04:00am PT
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where even heavy things are weightless...
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Gal
Trad climber
a semi lucid consciousness
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Jul 31, 2011 - 04:48am PT
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I feel sad. But I know that Paul, you are now free of pain and your spirit will climb on.
-Catherine.
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Patrick Oliver
Boulder climber
Fruita, Colorado
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Jul 31, 2011 - 06:40am PT
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I just saw this thread for the first time. At its beginning
I was moved by the beautiful spirit that radiated from the
photos. I was about to communicate, try to, with Paul, when
I scrolled down and find he has passed. I feel glad to have
"met" you Paul, through this thread.
I have had a strange sore on my right arm, to the side of
my bicep, kind of like a small
red, deep-into-the-skin dot. I have wondered what it is, or if
it is progressing. It seems to have stayed mostly the same,
though possibly gotten a slight bit bigger. I don't know what
a skin cancer looks like or if I should worry.
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Tony Bird
climber
Northridge, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 11:10am PT
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adios, amigo.
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Footloose
Trad climber
Lake Tahoe
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:31pm PT
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Nice lead, Paul.
Hey don't forget - leave some FAs for the rest of us.
:)
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drunkenmaster
Social climber
santa rosa
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:34pm PT
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Rest In Peace Bro.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:41pm PT
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Patrick Oliver, amigo-
You need to get it checked out! Remember the saying: "from tiny acorns..."
Rodger
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Pastor Dave
Social climber
Yucca Valley, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:42pm PT
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To ALL: In the last months of Paul Humphrey 's life, AKA "Disaster Master," the cancer pain in his body kept him from climbing. He was sad to think he'd never climb again. Of course he was always climbing in his mind. Last month, as we remembered good times, Paul had an idea, "What if we sprinkled some of my remains into chalk?" I could continue to climb all around the world! Paul's chalk balls? No, I've got it PAUL'S BALLS!
And so became Paul's last wish. We will honor him and make Paul's Balls by adding a pinch of his ashes to a Metolius chalk sock. One of Paul's climbing friends was so excited. "Yea, if I climbed with "Paul's Balls" I'd never fall." Join the celebration of Paul's life by climbing with him.
A $10.00 Donation to cover cost and shipping will be appreciated.
Go to www.paypal.com click on "send money"
Enter the email address yogaforstrength@yahoo.com
Under the "Personal" tab click "Gift"
**We request that you take a picture of where Paul has been climbing with you and post it. In each "Paul's Balls" there is a litllt bit of Paul. Remember, a little bit of Paul goes a long way.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:42pm PT
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My condolences to the surviving family members, and to Pastor Dave in particular.
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SofCookay
climber
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Jul 31, 2011 - 12:45pm PT
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It was with deep sadness that I read of Paul's passing. I did not ever have the pleasure of meeting him, but enjoyed his adventurous stories and was touched by his open and honest sharing of his struggle with his condition. He inspired me greatly and will not be forgotten.
My deepest condolences to Ruth and all of Paul's family and friends - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Iclimb5.1
climber
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Jul 31, 2011 - 01:53pm PT
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I first met Paul when we were at College of the Redwoods in '92. I went to this club meeting, CROAC (C.R. outdoor adventure club) and he was the founder and leader of the club. Jeff, my boyfriend at the time and now husband, met him climbing at Moonstone. Funny thing is Jeff knew Marcella from So. Cal. some years back. We became a tight-knit group of hikers and climbers and were together much during the 5 years we were in college at Humboldt. Paul could be a real pain in the ass at times, mostly because he had a lot to say to the world. His poetry and writing took off at that point, and we found ourselves going to his poetry readings and getting first reads of some of his essays. A talented climber and writer, Paul lived life to the max.
We lost touch a bit over the years as we moved around, but reconnected when Paul was in Oregon climbing trees...Jeff and I happened to come to be living in Oregon too. When Paul had his fall and broke his back, I went to the hospital here before he went into surgery. Then he recovered at our house for a couple of days. We were always amazed at how Paul overcame that struggle and eventually went on to climb again.
We were in and out of each others lives since meeting, and I remember telling Paul when he was at our house recouping from his back injury that it didn't matter whether 20 years went by, he was always welcome at our door. He was touched by that.
If I had just one word with which to describe Paul, it is genuine...He was one of the most genuine people I've met.
My condolences go out to Ruth. It is obvious how much you love each other and thank you for taking such good care of Paul during this illness.
My condolences also to Pastor Dave, Yellow Tulip, and the rest of Paul's family. He was a special guy.
We will miss you Paul.
Love,
Vicky
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cranky
Big Wall climber
Oceanside, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 01:58pm PT
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Thanks to Paul for sharing his writings with us. It was a pleasure to read his posts and those from his family and friends. May we all live each day to the fullest and cherish our health.
I wish peace to his wife and family in their time of loss.
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Nibs
Trad climber
Humboldt, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 02:04pm PT
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My wife and I met Paul as he assisted David Nakamura at an HSU Center Activities rock climbing class. His enthusiasm was infectious; he was really giving to us absolute noobs. though we only knew him through those classes and climbs he left a positive unforgettable impression.
We feel fortunate to have gotten to know him deeper here through his writings...he will live on not only in our hearts' memories, but in these virtual pages.
love and sympathy to his family and close friends.
Gary and Genia
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BluntMan
Gym climber
Wild Omar, CA
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Jul 31, 2011 - 02:11pm PT
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RIP Paul. You are a shining example of how a man can face his own mortality with vision, clarity, and love. I never had the good fortune of meeting you but your willingness to share your journey has been inspiring.
With Much Respect And Love,
Bob Austin
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