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Courtney (Corky) Bernard...Dawg to all of us..
Left this world a few minutes ago.

He was a friend to us all, and I know that all of you feel the loss as I do.

Prayers for Bobbie..
And for Dawg as well.

This is a sad day.

Bob Young

I'm just shocked. Dawg was the best friend we ever had on this board and an even better friend to some of you personally. He and I had collaborated on a couple of songs but I never had the opportunity to meet him personally.

If nothing else, Heaven is now a better place. But, I don't know if the angels harps can play music as good as he wrote.

We miss ya, guy.

Bobbie, you are in our prayers.

Alan & Helen

Amen Bob,
One of the best friends anyone could ever have!

Bob,
Thanks for keeping us informed. I am so Sorry about Dawg. I don't post too often, I learned alot from Dawn just reading his replys and suggestions to everyone. If we can do anything to help Bobby please let me know.
Willie

At this moment speechless

Our prayers are with you Bobbie

Joyce & Ritt

I'm so sorry & so shocked.
I never got to meet Dawg personally but felt like I knew him a little bit from reading his lyrics & replys.
With a tear in my eye, I'm sad.
The world just lost a nice guy & a very clever writer.

Calvin

I went to the board immediately upon receiving news that Dawg was critically ill and praying all the while! I'm so saddened to learn he has passed away and I'm sorry I won't have a chance to meet him. But I consider him a good friend anyway and better for having known him.

Bobbie, my heartfelt sympathy. Many thoughts and prayers are with you, I know.

Ann (Songbird)

This is indeed a sad day. My thoughts and prayers to Bobbie. He will be missed.
Mel

I just got here, so I don't know hardly anyone yet. Prayers are definately in order and I woulda liked to know Dawg by the "sound". In a short time , I feel comfortable enough. Bless you all that grieve for him or miss him.
pete

I'm saddened and stunned. Today is the first time I've visited these boards in quite some time and found this tragic news. What a great loss. I never had the chance to meet Dawg in person, but had spoken to him several times on the phone and, of course, found him to be one of the true gems here at JPF. Bobbie, you will be in my prayers.

I am so sad to hear about dawg's passing.

His sweet, friendly- and fiesty- spirit on the JPF boards will be missed. Even though I never met him in person, I felt that I somehow knew him, because he made everyone feel like they were his friend.

Bobbie, I am praying for you and for God's strength during this most difficult time.

Emily

I too am stunned. And speechless. Dawg will be missed. Greatly. A sad day indeed.

My thoughts are with you, Bobbie.

I never met Dawg personally but I sure wish I had.
For the past three years I was always on the same writing boards and enjoyed cyber fellowship with him just like he was my best friend.

I feel so empty and sad I just can't express how I feel.

The world just lost a kind hearted gifted man.

My heart goes out to Bobbie in this time of loss and sadness.

Eric

He'll be missed by hundreds and hundreds of songwriters here... that alone isn't a bad tribute, I s'pose.

All of my best to you, Bobbie...

What a shock. And what a sad, sad day.

This is not the kind of news i like to hear...to say i was shocked when i found out is an understatement. Dawg was a helluva guy; i was fortunate enough to have met him in person, and enjoy some time in his home with he and Bobbie. He will be missed by all who knew him. He had a fantastic personality, and a way to always make those around him smile.
Bobbie, you are in my prayers and my thoughts; i'm very sorry for your loss.

I am another who never met Dawg face to face. I did, however, have the opportunity to talk to him on the phone a few months ago. He had e-mailed me on a situation that came up on one of the boards to contact him by phone. He said please call me collect!!! It was to inform me of how wonderful a person was and how he was definately on the up & up. To be honest I thought he was going to warn me about the guy but... anyway...through our 10 minute or so discussion. Well, I found out who the truley wonderful guy was... It was you Dawg! He once posted on one of my topics that "HE would hate to loose such an ELOQUENT writer as I!!!!!!!!!!You are the true Eloquence of JPF sir...We will never be the same on Lyric Board 2. God Love ya and so do a lot of lucky people whose path you've crossed!

R.T.MOORE

This is such a huge loss to this community, and so hard to believe. Life is so fragile and so brief, and yet we often feel as if we'll live forever. I was going to write Dawg last week about Piney fest as I had made a last minute decision to attend and then was unable and I just wanted to say hi and see how things turned out, and now it's too late. I was so sad to hear the news when Erica called me, and my heart hurts for Bobby.

One neat thing is that Dawg will always be remembered here at JPF as a scholar and a gentelman as he touched so many lives with his wisdom and ecouragement. He was truly a blessing and will be sorely missed by many. Even though I haven't spent a lot of time here this year, the news is still a shock to the system...

I had just taken Bobbie's advice to heart about talking to the loved ones in your life about smoking and sent my brother-in-law a lengthly e-mail about his smoking when I got the news.

Bobbie, I'm so sorry for your loss and you are in my prayers.

Curtis

Bobbie. You knowm i don't pray, but You have to know my thoughts are with you in my own heathen way.
I now hold The Naswcat song a litle closer to my heart I tell you.
Being an old timer to the forums. I remember the breath of fresh air Dawg brouaght with him when he hit TWS.
And his great way with words, both in what he wrote in his lyrics, and his critique, stands as one of the big reasons I shifted to JPF.
Life just was not the same, or as productive with out the Dawg, and a few like him.
Not sure if that is the right way to say it. I don't think there was anybody quite like the Dawg.
Thinkingn of you and he Boby.
Regards, regrets, and rememberance.
Graham


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I was so saddened when I heard the news. I had the pleasure of meeting Dawg and Bobbie on a couple of occasions. Dawg was always so welcoming and friendly to anyone who came to his house or showed up here at JPF. He will be greatly missed. Bobbie, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Erica

Rest in peace Dawg, your hurting is over but ours is just starting. You will be sorely missed. I never met the man personally, but I have enjoyed his posts and his sense of humor. Is there something the rest of us can do for Bobbie?

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I'm twice as sad I didn't get to come to Pineyfest this year and meet one of my favorite writers and most consistent supporters. I can't do justice to the loss with my words right now, so I'll just say a prayer for Bobbie. I'm thankful I got to know Corky.

Hi Folks,

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Dawg and the loss to Bobbie and our entire community. I just spoke with Dawg earlier this week and had no indication he was even ill.

Those who know me know that dealing with death is not my strong suit. Each year we've lost several JPF members whom I've met around the country, but none that made as much of a contribution to our community as Dawg has over the last 6 years.

We will post all the info on services and tributes on the boards as soon as any of it becomes clear. I've spoken with Bob Young who is in close contact to Bobbie and who promises to keep me in the loop on any details we need to share with everyone.

I thought I'd post a link to the original Pineyfest 2002 Photos here for those who may not have met Dawg before. He's in several photos (as are many other JPF folks). If you don't know what he looked like, he's in the first row, left hand pic along with me and Bobbie. (And just below is Bob Young).

http://www.jpfolks.com/Piney/PF2.html

Brian

I met Corky this year at Pineyfest. He greated me like a dear friend he had known for years. He was a sweet and tender soul.
ANd a writer beyond compare IMHO.

Bobbie, rest assured about two things: Dawg is in heaven right now watching over you and there are hundred or more friends including yours truely watching over you. All my prayers go out to you. You and your mate welomed me so warmly at Piney Fest I am honored to call both of you dear dear friends.

May God bless an comfort you ....Paul

Dear Bobbie...Jerry and I also send our love and prayers your way. I also had no idea there was even an illness! He was one of my first on-line friends over at TWS. I loved his wit and sense of humor also, as well as the warmth and hospitality felt by both of you during P.F. 1 and 2.

I believe that Heaven is an even brighter place now, and I look forward to seeing him again one day.

If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to drop us a line.

Love and sorrow...

Clark

I read your post this am, Bob, and thought things were going better for Dawg. Then, I got home this afternoon and got email about the sad news. I can't tell you how much Pineyfest meant to me and how much I appreciated the help from him. As you all know, Dawg would help any songwriter and give you nudges and pushes. I haven't known Dawg and Bobbie that long, but I've never felt more welcome at their house or here on the boards.

Ms. Bobbie, words can't express how much my heart goes out to you right now. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

Dawg, you're a great man and a great writer. I hope they got some XL wings for ya so you won't be bumpin' your butt every time you fly. We'll miss you
Bill

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We too often throw the word "great" around like it was a frisbee, instead of the manhole cover it should be

Our many thoughts are with you Bobbie and family. Very sorry for your loss. Dawg is so missed by so many already. I regret not coming to Pineyfest to meet him and you. I could tell he was a great man even from just on the forum. I realize not much can be said right now to comfort you. So sorry. Love Linda

So sorry to get this news Bobbie! You had a wonderful man in Dawg. He's been a great influence on many here at JPF and I'm sure we don't know the half of it.

Words can't do much to comfort you now, just be as strong as you can be girl. We never met in person, but I'm not far away geographically, if I can help in any way. I'm working out of town this week, but if you want to talk sometime, just give me a ring or email me.

We love you.

Stan Simons
931-987-3019
restlesswriters@earthlink.net

Oh Bobbie,
I'm almost speechless...but I'll probably blather on anyway....
I feel like I just lost my own brother.
I too, read the board this morning and thought that Dawg was improving...or at least stablized.
I had the pleasure of staying at the house a few times. and a more gracious and accommodating host would be hard to find.
Bobbie, my prayers are with you.
Anything that I can do for you...please do not hesitate to ask.


Harriet

Dang, that was fast--hope that made it easier on him. I know it's not easy on others. I feel like I knew him even though we only corresponded (and even collaborated on a song). Bobbie, I'm not sure what I can do from this end, but if I can, let me know.

Joe

I'm a newcomer to the board, but Dawg made some comments on lyrics I posted, and I could tell from his comments that he was someone who knew what he was talking about and was genuinely interested in helping newbies learn the craft. I started looking for his posts when I came to visit because I learned from what he said to others as much as what he said to me. Never met him, but I'll miss him. He and Bobbie are in our prayers.

At the end of the year when the news channels recap all the great ones that have passed during the preceding months, I expect to see the beautiful face of Corky "Greydog" Bernard leading the way.

I have always felt a stronger kinship with the people here at JPF than I do with some of my closest acquaintances, and the loss of this fellow (former) Virginian hurts me in a way I can never adequately put into words. He deserves a song, but none could do him justice.

Dawg, write one for the angels and I know we'll all hear it.

Love,
Greg

Dear Bobbie,

So sorry for you Bobbie!.
Hope the comforter holds you close for as long as you need.

When I first met Dawg,
he blew me away with his praise of my edits to his songs, which I was so inspired to tinker with. He surprised me by insisting on adding my name as a co-writer because he liked a few of my contributions on one song.

Classy guy!

All my love,
Terry

Dear Bobbie,

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I didn't know Corky, but I was touched when I read all of the messages about him. Corky obviously touched a lot of people with his kindness, generosity, and talent. You and Corky are loved by a lot of people and I hope that helps ease your grief.

Love,

Zak


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Stunned and shocked can`t even describe it. Bobbie, if you read this...I`m keeping a good thought for you. Dano.

I'm not on the board much anymore due to my own health problems, and I thank both Harriet & Clark for alerting me to this post and the news.

Bobbie, there is nothing I can say to lesson your pain, but please know, as with all your other friends & JPF family, that my prayers & thoughts are with you.

Dawg was a great man and a great songwriter, and he will be missed by so many. He helped me from the beginning in my own writing and was always there in my personal issues as well. He told me once that he was only an email away ~ and he meant it.

I will always have the memories of receiving a giant bear hug from him last summer, as well as my girls calling him "Grandpa Dawg." He made us all smile so very much. :-) We loved him, and we love you.

((((Love & hugs))))

Amelia

I'm speechless too...and can't think very well ...just
read your email Bobbie......and Bob's post...
just sending you my love....and hugs....
tears aren't letting me....say much more....
Dawg was a wonderful person.
love ya Bobbie..
Thank you Bob.....

Kaley

I am stunned. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Bobbie. Dawg was all those things that everyone has described here in this post and will be greatly missed.

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Mary Lou

http://www.soundclick.com/bands/3/mlsudkampmusic.htm

Gee this is so sad.I haven't been around for a long time but I remember back when Dawg and Bobbie got together, right here on this board and what a cool surprise to all of us when they told us they were getting married.They packed up their dreams, Bobby from Colorado and Dawg from Georgia and moved to Piny House near Nashville.They invited all of us to the wedding.

I used to look forward every morning to a new post by Dawg.His stories,humor and knowledge always captivated me. One of a kind and a Gem of a Character.This is truly a sad day. Rest well Dawg.

Bobby my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Dave MacDonald
(normanrock)

This quote from Dawg sums it up for me.

"Thanks for the read and the kind words.

dawg"

Back at you up in heaven Corky.



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Marty listen here

Is there a setting on the digital delay that will allow me to think before I speak?

I haven't been around here long enough to really get to know a lot of people well. I don't really know Corky at all except for a brief exchange here at this board in which he was very helpful and giving in a situation with an acquaintence of mine. Sounds like my loss. I have heard a lot of great stories about him today, here and elsewhere. I truly wish I would have met him. It sounds like we lost a great individual. My thoughts and prayers are with Bobbie and other family and close friends.

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John

http://www.johnkscott.com

Wow... This is truly awful news. I don't even know where to start... This is really a terrible shock...

I had the pleasure of meeting Dawg at Pineyfest I. I'll never forget him. He has always been in my corner and for that I'll be eternally grateful. I am lucky to have met him and to have known him, however loosely, through the miles.

He will be greatly missed by JPF, by music, by this world, and especially by me.

My condolences to Bobbie and to Dawg's family & friends everywhere. I'm so terribly sorry.

"Unca" Chuck Crowe

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I just saw this now and I'm completely speechless. I can't believe it. I don't know what to say except I'm so sorry Bobbie.

I heard about Dawg's passing last night in a chat room...I was taken completely by surprise. I am stunned, I feel like I've lost a close family member...Bobbie and Dawg came to see me when I first came to Nashville, and helped me through some really rough times...I didn't even know who he was when he showed up at my door. I have a few regrets in my life, as I'm sure we all do...one of mine is not getting closer to Dawg, and sharing his friendship...he was a great writer, and a great human being.
My prayers are with you Bobbie, and with you, Dawg.

Slim

Bobbie I am so saddened by your loss. Our loss. Dawg's left us all with a gift... memories of a wonderful humorous writer always willing to share his stories and so much more.

Dawg, thank you for your impact on me. Your lyrics, your stories, your humour, your very public love affair with Bobbie, your hospitality, your work with Pineyfest.

A minner to all

Never met Dawg in the flesh yet I’m deeply saddened and feel like I’ve lost a close friend.

Bobbie, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. God Bless


Bill

i didn't know dawg, but I do know many of you. Over the years I read a some of dawg's posts, and after reading what everyone wrote in this thread it's obvious that he was deeply loved and will be terribly missed. I extend my condolences.

Ande




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in one of my first "conversations" here i asked "who's dawg?"...he told me.

he gave me very gentle advice. he was some kinda great writer and from what i see here some kinda great man.

my heart and prayers go out to bobbie during this time.
jan

Bobbie,

Hon, I wish I had the right words for you now, but I'm afraid I don't. I haven't visisted the boards in a long while, and if not for an email from our friend Cory, I wouldn't have known.

Please call, email or whatever if there is anything I can do for you. We've had a very long friendship and I'm completely crushed that this has happened to you.

You are in my prayers...but you have always been.

Love,
Chris