Allan & Jan's Customs Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I received the saddest of all possible news today. My very close friend, instructor, and travel companion Steve Broom has passed away today at age 32. Anyone involved in USPSA that knew Steve will surly feel a great loss. It happened at a range in Oklahoma this afternoon and we are still waiting on details of exactly what happened. I will greatly miss him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j1b Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I'm about to use the term "was" on a man I should not be utilizing that term for. Steve was a great competitor and from my limited exposure to him a great man. In all honesty I looked forward to many battles with him over the next few years as he helped better me as a shooter. I did not know him well, but I will miss him. I am simply astounded at his passing. Thoughts and Prayers to his family Jack Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Di Vita Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I'm very sorry...met him at Nationals and thought he was a very nice and pleasant guy. Pass my regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Took an IPSC class from him last summer, he was not only a very professional and knowledgeable instructor, but a great guy. Learned a lot. Didn't know him well, but enjoyed shooting with him. My condolences to his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 oh my god.... a great loss...our family prayers will be for him and his family... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moneypenny Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Edited because I was wrong and did not have the whole story. My condolences, everything I knew about him said he was a huge contributor to all shooting sports. he will be greatly missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precision40 Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I've known steve for almost 4 years now and consider him a truly great person. Man I'm shocked. Please pass on any details once they become available Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan & Jan's Customs Posted February 17, 2005 Author Share Posted February 17, 2005 To suggest misinformation makes me sick and mad but I got the news straight from his girlfriend who was my neighbor and close friend for 6 years. They recently moved to Pueblo, Co. in December and we have remained very close. She call me this past mid afternoon and was almost in coherent. James Broom had called her with the news and was on his way to Tulsa to take care of his brother. As I receive the funeral arrangements, I will post the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kschwan Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I am sorry to hear this, Steve came to Amarillo last year and taught a class to a bunch of us. He was super nice and really took the time in 110 degree heat to help us all out. He will be missed. His family is in our thoughts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdj Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 That is terrible news! I met Steve at an after hours gathering at the last Nationals. I didn't know him very well but over the course of a few hours, he taught me the ultimate secret of dancing. It's hard to believe there are now only 3 people who will understand what I'm talking about. Things like this just shouldn't happen. Deepest Sympathies to all his family and friends. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turtle Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Shocking news, and very sad. Steve will be remembered as a great shooter and a wonderful guy. My prayers are with his family and close friends. Thank you for sharing this hard news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glockster96 Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Terrible news. I shot with Steve several times when he was here in Kansas. He will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OpenBClass Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 My dad informed me last night Allan after you talked to him and I had a loss for words. He was the person who influenced me most and tought me most of what I know. He was a great friend and competitor and will be greatly missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew_Mink Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I'm in absolute shock. I considered Steve a friend even though we didn't see each other much. We always found time after the match to sit and talk, sometimes for hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reneet Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 How incredibly tragic. I only recently met Steve at a gathering following our previous Nationals and looked forward to seeing him at many more matches to come. Condolences to family and friends. Renee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtr Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I had the pleasure of meeting Steve a few weeks ago at our range in Pueblo. He was an extremely nice guy and we chatted for awhile, even though he didn't know me and knew I was just a regular C class shooter he was truly interested in my shooting. Since I am near Pueblo if there is anything I can do for his girlfriend or other family please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carinab Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Wow, this really bites! I took a couple of classes from him and thought he was a very good instructor, great shooter, and a very entertaining guy. My sympathies to James and the rest of his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catfish Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I became friends with Steve while we were both shooting IDPA - shooting in the pouring down rain with him at the Missouri State match a few years ago proved to me that not only was he a tremendous competitor, but a gentleman as well. He will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorch Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 I am Shocked, very upset, Steve had just e-mailed me on the 13th about our upcoming match and his plans for a new range in tulsa, here is what he wrote "This range will be the best, period. I finally get to focus and carry out my goals for competition shooting as a result of this project and our funding." I am so sad. I can harldy type these words. Steve had given a class at our range and I can not put into words how helpful, caring and knowlegeable Steve was. I can not belive this has happened. He was so excited about his range and Our upcoming match. We will be dedicating this match to him. Gods Speed Steve! Robert Porter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
down0 Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 What sad and unexpected news. I met Steve at a class he ran in Tulsa, then had the pleasure of getting to know him as a friend over the course of the next two years. He was a good man. What a shock. Chuck Owens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDean Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Very sad news. This just sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradC Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 A sad day for our sport. I had hoped to take a class from Mr. Broom someday as I have heard nothing but the greatest things about him. Our prayers are with him and his family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OpnBlstr Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Respect is not given freely, it must be earned. Whether on the range or just spending time with others, Steve worked tirelessly to gain the respect of his family, friends, students, and fellow competitors. Everyone during their life encounters obstacles and adversity. It is how we overcome them that determines what kind of person we truly are. In this Steve was a Grandmaster in life as he never stopped working to follow his true passion of becoming the best shooter and best person possible and helping all those he encountered along the way to similarly pursue their dreams and aspirations. He will be missed by all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bear23 Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 Steve came to our New Mexico IDPA match this past year. Easily High overall. It was incredible watching him move through a COF. Sad loss. Our greatest sympathies to his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierruiggi Posted February 17, 2005 Share Posted February 17, 2005 My condolences to his family and friends. Just yesterday I was watching and analyzing those incredible videos of Steve, where he performs IDPA reloads, plate rack and a Mozambique. I watched them several times, over and over to try to learn from his movements and adapt his technique to me. I know this sounds real small and intangible to his family and friends, and I mean no disrespect, I just wrote this just so you know that Steve had reached the lives of people from all over the world and inspired them to become better at shooting sports. May he rest in peace. Omar L. D'Addona Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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