Help Bob Schimmel’s Kids
Robert With Derek Who He Has Joined In Heaven
If you would like to donate. And any help would be so appreciated you can donate in two ways.
Through Chase the account is under Jacob Schimmel’s name .
When Robert Schimmel died on September 3rd he was no longer able to work due to end stage liver disease – and he was broke. It wasn’t until after he died that I found out he was literally selling the clothes off of his back on ebay. Robert moved home in June to take care of his father after his mother died – and to have his father take care of him. But he was always there for his kids. That was true even on August 26th when he promised to take them to dinner. He felt too ill to go but he didn’t not want to disappoint the boys. So Aliyah offered to drive him that fateful night of their terrible accident.
His last picture just an hours before the accident.
On that night he took the kids to Island’s for dinner and danced for his three kids in the parking lot wearing a fedora and bandanna, those are the last pictures we have of him.
After dropping off his two younger kids Max and Sam home safely. Aliyah, Robert and Jacob were heading home when the fatal crash happened. The accident critically injured Aliyah, 19, eventually killed Robert and injured Jacob,11, who never lost consciousness and felt for his father’s pulse before escaping out a window.
Their car rolled countless times off of the freeway and into an embankment. His last words were “wow” as he realized the impending crash. Aliyah doesn’t remember a thing – but it will take her a year to recover from the brain injuries according to her doctors.
On September 3rd Robert, 60 years old, was taken off life support and died around 8:30pm. Leaving three little boys and two big girls without a dad, a granddaughter without a grandpa and the world without brilliant comedy and the most generous heart. His son Derek had already passed in 1992 from Cancer. The guy who survived Cancer, a heart attack and countless other medical problems died in an unexpected car accident.
If you would like to donate. And any help would be so appreciated you can donate in two ways.
Through Chase the account is under Jacob Schimmel’s name.
The funds will be used to help Aliyah and Jacob recover. Melissa has decided to do her own fund raising for Sam and Max at a benefit in Arizona.
Thank You,
The Schimmel Family
Robert & His Only Grandchild
The Only Pic I have Of My Dad and Mom With My Daughter
Aliyah And Her Dad
October 7, 2010 at 11:02 pm
Jess, very heartfelt. Check the Zip Code on the address as it’s my zip, and definitely not Scottsdale. Good luck with the endeavor.
October 8, 2010 at 12:59 am
thanks i fixed it
October 15, 2010 at 5:37 am
thank you it is fixed
October 8, 2010 at 3:05 am
I don’t have much, but I always enjoyed Mr. Schimmel’s works and am proud to help out with what I can. God bless you all! Brian
October 8, 2010 at 4:17 am
It’s sad that some sort of family politics has prevented a proper fundraiser FOR everyone in the family hurt by this loss.
October 8, 2010 at 7:48 am
Jess, it just occurred to me that you might want to set up a PO Box for this, especially since it’s being sent out over so many different places on the net. Having the street address on here might not be a good idea. Too many strange people in the world. I’ll be happy to help you in any way I can. Being the eldest can be such a burden — believe me, I know. Call me any time at 602.284.5908 if you need help with things.
Erin
October 15, 2010 at 5:38 am
thanks we took it down
October 8, 2010 at 1:48 pm
Get a hold of Howard Stern. He loved your father and will help. I am sure of it. If I had any money during these hard times I would but all I can offer is my brain and I just used it for you. Howard, Robin and Fred should be able to raise quite a few bucks. Good luck.
October 15, 2010 at 5:39 am
i did and they were kind to mention it they are so great
October 9, 2010 at 12:49 am
Absolutely, anything for Bob. He’s almost mythological; he was that good.
October 15, 2010 at 5:39 am
i loved my dad – aliyah
October 9, 2010 at 3:42 am
I am so sorry for your loss and if I were able to I would help any way I could but all I can do is offer my prayers for this young lady and the family . God bless you all .
October 15, 2010 at 5:39 am
prayers work too. thank you so much.
October 9, 2010 at 4:31 am
Hey Jess,
First of all I am so sorry for your loss. When I heard of him passing away I was deeply affected and I still can’t believe he’s gone.
I want to help pass this blog along, can you verify that this is definitely a legit blog so that we know the money is going to his family? Maybe if you could post the link on his facebook account that would be definite proof since no one else would have access to his FB account.
Please if you can do this i’ll try to pass this along to as many people as possible and hopefully people will open their hearts and give.
thanks – Matt
October 9, 2010 at 4:39 am
never mind i see it up there…it’s legit…donating now!
October 15, 2010 at 5:40 am
i placed it on his fan page. hope that helps
October 9, 2010 at 7:14 am
Bob was my absolute favorite. For 20 plus years he made me smile. Just tonight, on Raw Dog (sirius radio) I listened to his bit on colonoscopy and catheters. I was driving in my car and literally laughing out loud. It seemed like he never caught a fair break. His genius will be deeply missed.
I will post this site on my Facebook page, and stop by the bank tomorrow to help a little.
Be strong,
Doug
October 15, 2010 at 5:41 am
thanks hi health humor was something everyone got. any help would be great
October 11, 2010 at 3:28 am
Shortly after this page went up, your uncle went with this on his Facebook page, and this donation page is mentioned specifically in the comments below the post. Why would Jeff be attempting to sabotage your efforts, Jessica? It doesn’t make sense? Please help us out here.
Jeff Schimmel :FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES: PLEASE DO NOT DONATE MONEY TO ANY FUND THAT CLAIMS TO BE RAISING MONEY FOR MY FAMILY MEMBERS, REGARDLESS OF WHO IS BEHIND IT.
October 11, 2010 at 2:50 pm
This is a beautiful tribute to your father, and very well written. It gives me an insight to a man I knew through my father and through your grandfather. It makes him even more special to me and I am touched by what you have created here. You are all in my prayers, and of course, I am honored to donate, not just in Bob’s memory, but in his future; his beautiful, blessed children. You Dad would be proud. In fact, I’m sure he is.
October 15, 2010 at 5:42 am
he adored his kids.
the last thing he did was have dinner with his kids.
they were everything to him
October 11, 2010 at 3:01 pm
I met your father. I know your grandfather and speak to him often. I am filled with sorrow for your Dad’s struggle, and yet thrilled at all he’d accomplished; his best achievement being his loving family. I am placing a link to this website on my own, a comedy blog called TwistedMysteryWriter.com. I think your Dad would have enjoyed my satirical style. (It’s not for everyone!) I will encourage my readers to help. I will pass the link around to family and friends as well. I wish I could help even more. God bless you all. I cannot imagine your pain. :***( Through this website, I pray some peace and happiness is brought to you. With much love and many prayers…
October 15, 2010 at 5:43 am
thank you for whatever you can do
October 11, 2010 at 6:29 pm
I plan to send via credit card. Robert Schimmel was one of the very best… up there with Kinison in my book. Thanks…
October 15, 2010 at 5:43 am
well there a few funny men up there now.
i still wish my dad was here with me
October 18, 2010 at 5:12 am
We all do. I am very sorry for your loss. He was the best! I sent $50 about an hour ago & re-Tweeted from Arbitrage69 as well.
October 11, 2010 at 7:22 pm
I once cracked a rib laughing at Bob at The Improv in West Palm Beach, FL! I had been in a rollover accident that day caused by a retired person (arghh). They cut me off on I-95 and I had to drive into the median where my van rolled a few times. They drove away probably oblivious to the near death situation (besides their own) they caused! Luckily, my seat belt was on and I survived! Also luckily I had tix to see Bob that night! It was a great way to forget about the bad day! The only victim was my rib (and my van) which apparently was partially cracked by the accident! It fully cracked while I was laughing at Bob! The show was so good I didn’t want to leave! (every laugh hurt, but it was worth it) Humor was a natural pain killer! Rest in Peace!
October 12, 2010 at 4:41 am
very sorry for your loss.
October 8, 2010 at 2:48 am
I am hurting right now with 3 kids of my own..but give me a few weeks and I will be glad to help1 Good Luck and love always…
Terry
October 8, 2010 at 3:04 am
Ok, Jess.
Sorry to be suspicious, but the one thing that could make matters worse is if someone tried to pull a scam and your sibs and mom didn’t get money that people are donating.
Your father and you really touched my heart with your appearances on the Stern Show. Your pride in, love and respect for, and enjoyment of each other came through loud and clear in all the laughter.
I’ll do whatever I can and know that there are many of your dad’s fans that feel and will do the same. You and your family were so generous to share him with us; it’s the least we can do.
October 8, 2010 at 3:09 am
Hi my name is Eric Heflin and when I found out about Robert it was like I lost a true friend. Even though I never met him my heart was broken and still is. I live in Scottsdale AZ. and have two little ones and if this happened to me I couldnt imagine how my wife and two little ones would make it. I believe in “PASS IT ON” And I own a detail and tint shop in scottsdale and even though work is a little slow I still want to help out. So if anyone comes in and mentions “Help Bobs kids” I will give 100% of the money to Bobs kids. My shop is Az Auto Detailing & Tinting 7825 E. mcdowell rd. Scottsdale AZ. 85257 (480) 529-4608. Thank you, and God bless. Eric
October 11, 2010 at 8:30 am
Thanks for the clarification, and for being so open and frank. Jeff’s anger certainly seems to be misguided, and doing potential irreparable harm to the very cause he claims to be so interested in. I hope he gets past his anger and realizes some people out here just want to help.
October 15, 2010 at 5:45 am
i understand you are welcome to check up i the back. the account is under jacob schimmels name
they are they only ones who can access this money
October 15, 2010 at 5:45 am
i understand you are welcome to check a the bank. the account is under jacob schimmels name
they are they only ones who can access this money