R.I.P. Coach Robichaux

[talktomewillis]

I was blown away by the turnout as well. And equally amazed that these family members stood as one for all those hours, greeting everyone, mostly with a smile on their face. Their strength during everything was amazing.

Last night, former players and their wives met at the Stadium Club for a time of fellowship and food (and some drink.) Many of them had never seen Russo Park. I thanked as many of them as I could for helping to build the park.

Because every one of them did.

I had a chance to visit with Matt Deggs, Lance Harvell, Jason Gonzales and Wade Simoneaux. Saw Southeastern coach Matt Riser and Jimmy Ricklefsen, who succeeded Robe as coach at McNeese.

And, an older gentleman came up to me and it took me just a minute to recognize him.

It was former South Alabama coach Steve Kittrell. Somehow, I knew he would be there.

I was on the phone with John Szefc when I got the word on Robe's passing. He will be at the funeral today.

[talktomewillis]

I appreciate the kind words about the piece I wrote. I sat down at the computer on four occasions and nothing came out until yesterday. I'm grateful if it meant something to you.

[Duggie35]

I found the tribute video made by Darren Walker that was played at Coach Robes wake last night. Great job by Mr. Darren Walker!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACiW...bA&app=desktop

[Million$Mullet]

But the social media has not been quiet. Finding and reading the tributes from near and far is very satisfying. Robe never promoted himself. Never. I always thought he was an underappreciated leader locally because people did not know his true mission. I am happy that so many people are sharing their stories about his impact.

I know I was specifically talking about this board. It was very quiet that day. I too have enjoyed everything being posted on Facebook etc

[cajundiehard]

I found the tribute video made by Darren Walker that was played at Coach Robes wake last night. Great job by Mr. Darren Walker!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACiW...bA&app=desktop

Wow. Nice. Thanks for posting.

[CajunT]

I found the tribute video made by Darren Walker that was played at Coach Robes wake last night. Great job by Mr. Darren Walker!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACiW...bA&app=desktop

It was tough to watch last night, but certainly encompasses who he was as a man. Great tribute!

[Dad04]

They broke the mold. A man among men.

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[Rougarou]

I made myself watch that entire video yesterday at the visitation despite the tears it elicited. Great job by Darren.

[Rougarou]

I was blown away by the turnout as well. And equally amazed that these family members stood as one for all those hours, greeting everyone, mostly with a smile on their face. Their strength during everything was amazing.

Last night, former players and their wives met at the Stadium Club for a time of fellowship and food (and some drink.) Many of them had never seen Russo Park. I thanked as many of them as I could for helping to build the park.

Because every one of them did.

I had a chance to visit with Matt Deggs, Lance Harvell, Jason Gonzales and Wade Simoneaux. Saw Southeastern coach Matt Riser and Jimmy Ricklefsen, who succeeded Robe as coach at McNeese.

And, an older gentleman came up to me and it took me just a minute to recognize him.

It was former South Alabama coach Steve Kittrell. Somehow, I knew he would be there.

I was on the phone with John Szefc when I got the word on Robe's passing. He will be at the funeral today.

The Robichaux family showed tremendous strength and compassion yesterday. They are quite simply superb people.