Remembering my best friend, Stobe the Hobo

Jim “Stobe The Hobo” was killed in a freak accident in Baltimore and was laid to rest on this date. This is a tribute to my best friend, who has always been loyal and true.

[@HappyQuailsLC]

...and may there be no bulls in heaven.

[@amywilson2259]

Bulls make it a challenge and interesting. May the bulls have beer and a sandwich instead of handcuffs!

[@drevlogs6430]

lol

[@truman5838]

And endless rivers of wine

[@sbowden60]

@@amywilson2259 and it's always been a cat and mouse type of game. Between the bulls and the riders..

[@korysumner3897]

No bulls is what makes it heaven

[@muskrat477]

R.I.P Stobe the legend

[@thornwarbler]

Sad to hear this i saw a lot of your country through stobe's eyes..............Nice tribute mate, all the best from the U K.

[@justhuman3977]

same here from the Netherlands..

[@Styxnstones24]

Thank you.

[@TrumpCardMAGA]

The freedom he shared in his videos made us all more free. Thank you for this.

[@benconnorhogan-mullen8623]

@@justhuman3977 it shows us Americans the scenery too, that you can only see riding those rails! Amazing

[@daveg6650]

I know it’s been awhile since his passing, but I just recently discovered Stobe’s glorious adventures and contributions to KZbin. He definitely lives on in our hearts and minds, and his passion for all that he loved has helped me through some difficult times.

[@Nanku42]

Indeed RIP legend Stobie Jim Kenobi

[@razzterizzi5128]

Hey Spike. This is Razz. It was so good to see you today even though the circumstances were so sad. I’m glad Jim had such a great friend. He’s an unforgettable guy and I hope everyone remembers him. Thanks for this tribute to his memory.

[@Styxnstones24]

Razz Terizzi Hi Razz. It was great seeing you too. Jim was such a unique person and really a great friend. I'm gonna miss the guy.

[@0BRAINS0]

@@Styxnstones24 I live less than a quarter mile from where Jim passed on and we were supposed to link up but obviously that never happened. I still have the booze and supplies I bought for him. He was a great human being and I wish now he never stopped in Baltimore right by my house because of the crime and murder rate. R.i.p. Jim Stobie.

[@Indoor_Man]

@@0BRAINS0 Hey nice person. You may want to take this down now. I would hate for you to be messed with. Personal details on the web are bad. I'm a Stobe fan. Just looking out.

[@0BRAINS0]

@@Indoor_Man you just threatened the WRONG PERSON. 🖕

[@-xirx-]

@@0BRAINS0 surely he's not threatening you though, he's trying to be nice by warning you about leaving details up on the internet?

[@workingtitle1791]

Stobey touched a lot of lives and made a lot of people happy. I'm sure i don't have to tell you that, i'm so sorry for your loss.

[@grantstew7318]

Death of a damn legend, I cant even imagine the amount of sadness you must hold in your heart for ol' stobe the hobo. He died doin what he loved, I enjoyed watching his content from the very beginning to an abrupt end. He was taken too soon and had a lot of life left. But death happens, either way you look at it, it's inevitable. It hits like a brick to the face. I want you to do something for me, hold onto those special moments, keep those memories, and remember the experiences forever. A legend lost, but a legend never forgotten. RIP Jim Stobe, an absolute hero.

[@Ironlakgrafff]

I'm sorry about your friend, Spike. I didn't know him personally, but his videos made me happy and gave me a sense of what freedom really is. Rest easy Stobe, you were one of the good guys and a true outdoorsman.

[@johnbutler2780]

I better off he a pos drunk wannbe

[@johnbutler2780]

You better off not I sorry.

[@steelstrider5987]

My sincerest condolences to Jim's Family and friends I enjoyed watching Jim on KZbin the whole freedom aspect of his excursions was breathtaking his respect for his surroundings awinspiering a great man indeed I raise a glass and salute a LEGEND

[@joeninety4740]

Thornwarbler absolutely. We don't have that freedom to ride the rails in the UK and Jim showed us true freedom. R.I.P. Jim again, form your UK subs. Jim Stobie, born free, lived free, died free. Gone but not forgotten.

[@lukeWiz44]

BC Bob you missed the point.

[@benconnorhogan-mullen8623]

Love jim hes amazing

[@KandorArchives]

Rest in Power, Stobie Wan Kenobi

[@arsemcscratch6908]

Cheers man, I can't believe that I feel a sense of loss for someone that I never met ,from a country that I've never been to,but I do.Be glad that you were friends and treasure your memories.

[@merleyazzilla3009]

🌈🚂🚋🚃🚎🚂 🎹🎵🎼🍕🍻RIP Stobe. Yer in Hobo Heaven now!

[@stuartthat30atgmail88]

Im super sorry to hear this news. Now 6+ months late. My condolences, sir. His words were poetic and i enjoyed his videos, very very much. Peace

[@orangeacresmontanacouchsur2735]

Come see us in montana at the northern command center spike!

[@Styxnstones24]

Orange Acres Montana Couchsurfing Community Center That sounds great. I love Montana.

[@newsbystringer]

Hopefully I'll get to see your post next time I am up there

[@dcdanger6151]

Condolences to you Spike, that was a nice tribute and very heartfelt. Lots of fans and followers are at such a loss with Stobes passing.

[@JoseDiaz-ub9nr]

Man I tried finding any news on this accident and I couldn't find any. What a sad day. Stobie Jim !!!!

[@RonnieKirchner]

Thanks Spike RIP STOBE...

[@paulyshobbiesandthings4772]

Rip stobe I spoke to him a few times on here I loved his music he was a great guy I loved his videos my condolences to his family from a uk rail enthusiast he will be sadly missed

[@amywilson2259]

Peace be with you as you heal! also, before you spoke, I expected a British accent, have you heard that before. Can you say Poe tot toe? ; ) Thanks for the video. Many, like me, are healing too. Wish I met him in person. I actually used to hate on him as my fathers son watched his videos. I was jelouse of that lifestyle and I hated how the rails took my sons dad from me so often. But then I was taken away from freedom and I came out trying to understand better and literally the day I saw a Hobo Stobe video with open eyes, a new perspective, an appreciation instead of annoyance, he was gone that day. No more videos. Also, my sons father is taken from our lives. He only made one video and I showed it to my son for the first time recently.

[@amywilson2259]

when I showed my son his dad, he says "dad where are you? we have a surprise for you" he is 3 and he holds up a silver cigg case that has a locomotive on the front, it's his father's, we got it on a camping trip. I'm sorry, I am making this about me and my story. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, its helping me sort mine.

[@fergofns]

Thank you Spike for allowing folks like myself to share in your grief. Very sorry for your loss. Long time viewer of Stobe's and I can say from the perspective of a fan ... Jim will be (already is) missed.

[@patsomerville1310]

So sorry for your loss. Stobe was a good man, you can tell.

[@MrAmadeus67]

RIP STOBE.

[@OneshotMovement]

He will live forever threw trains

[@oskorei123]

Another good man gone too soon. Thank you so much Stobe for everything that you did and gave. I lived vicariously through you and your adventures and I will miss your warm voice, quick wit, and great sense of humor. Truly one of a kind and I just hope you know how much of a positive impact you made on many peoples lives. RIP buddy. I hope you have a cold beer, warm place to sleep, and a train passing by full of rideable cars

[@charlesbucket162]

Rusty Shackleford dale gribble gawdammit

[@OP-rj3lr]

Does anyone else see the resemblance between Jim's life on a virtually nonexistent budget and Anthony Bourdain's career? Stobe, fueled by beer and chicken, gave us all entertaining insight into where real life in our declining country is headed just as Anthony did - tho often under a backdrop of highbrow cuisine.

[@justtl5885]

Nice work Spike,sorry for your loss.

[@register1430]

I'm a one day viewer, life to death. Very interesting tale and life he lead. That is a tough way to go. You paid a nice tribute to him.

[@Styxnstones24]

reg ister Thank you very much.

[@jamesreedmusic4224]

I vicariously rode trains with stobe. I even wrote a song for him. Whats your email ill send it

[@Styxnstones24]

[e-mail]

[@sammyvh11]

So many people miss this guy who never even met him. You could fill a stadium with us.I don't like this planet it's beautiful and all but it's not fair at all.

[@zariahnongrata2257]

Damn, I just searched Stobe to see if he had posted anything because I haven't watched his videos in a while... This is truly sad to hear. I loved watching his videos and he taught me a lot. :(

[@CarmineCroons]

Sorry for your lose friend. I just discovered Jim's videos and am a big fan. God bless and peace

[@mfrueh8235]

Did he really play the piano like that?

[@michaelf7760]

Yep

[@diacisneros9708]

Very very sad what happened to Jim. He was a great narrator to his train hopping adventures. His music was raw and supportive to his ideals of life on the train. Spike your commentary was heartfelt. Thank you for the post. Jim has fans that will not let his spirit die.

[@harrydai1862]

Sorry it took so long for me to see this, I feel for everyone that was close to him, Such as yourself and family, R.I.P Stobe, Thank you

[@ivyandroses4373]

I think of him every time I have beer and chicken. Ill pay for a bronze statue of Jim if someone can find a suitable permanent location.

[@johnwayne7673]

I find stobes videos very therapeutic

[@OneshotMovement]

R I P

[@mssawask8862]

We are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by so many people! I sure will miss him, even though i never got the chance to meet him. R.I.P. Stobe.

[@siktwistofFATE89]

I wish i could of met him

[@ericpelky1246]

I was thinking about Jim again. Came back to this. Thank you. "In the darkest hours of the night" ✌

[@amandamcbride256]

Just dropping by to send love to Stobe and you his dear friend. He comes to mind so often. I'm sure it's the same for many of his fans. ❤️

[@earlleegrace3318]

Thanks, Spike. Jim was a good man. He did me alot of favors and we never even met. I was just a name on an email but we talked like old friends. His good spirit came across even in then. His life was an epic adventure. Cheers to Stobe the hobo.

[@a1m598]

You and Stobe both have a similar way with words that is quite endearing. I wish you well, sir. Thank you for making this video. RIP Stobe The Hobo.

[@Styxnstones24]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@dylanlevy2107]

He's the only persons death I've cried over whom I didn't personally know..I hope your doing good threw all of this spike the best of wishes from California, anyway miss you stobie love you man hope your doing well, you will never be forgotten pal

[@Styxnstones24]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@JT_8283]

Still sad knowing he's gone

[@potc420]

I know how bummed and sad I am that he passed I can't imagine how I'd feel had I actually known the guy and hung out with him. My condolences to you and his family. RIP Jimmy!! Also, thanks for uploading this nice fair well video!

[@deanhuffman48]

Stobe is a kind hearted soul I will miss his travels and wisdom bless u stobe and ur travels in the after life

[@rfi-cryptolab4251]

Stobe seemed like a great guy. I randomly stumbled upon his videos and couldn't stop watching. My favorite Stobe Adventure was when he travelled to New Orleans by train and went exploring the jazz bars.

[@justhuman3977]

Cheers to Jim... and to you sir Spike.. He will be missed even though the many of us here on youtube never even met the guy in real life.. Take Care..

[@SkinE-Vadee-Veechee]

Well drink a beer (whatever one is the best deal.) And ride the tracks of Life. Rip hobo Stobe! You'll be missed by the folk who dont drive the same cars and live the same droid life.

[@DO_YOUR_SPANISH_LESSONS911]

WE MISS YOU STOBE THE HOB

[@weatherstuff808]

I'm very sorry for this loss... stobe was a great man. but this is also a great example of why you shouldn't train hop. but, I'm not here to nitpick. Stobes videos were great, he was a nice man, he shouldn't have had this fate. we will miss you precious stobe...

[@entertainme7523]

Are u a cyborg?

[@casualfox3572]

I truly hope Stobe gets the recognition he deserves one day. The videos deserve millions of views they truly show America how it's suppose to be shown.

[@Indoor_Man]

Thanks for opening up and sharing your private thoughts on Stobe. Stobe the Hobo videos have helped me through all of the CRAZY the last few years. I know his commentary would have been great about all of it. :-) Hopefully knowing that Jim Stobe touched and continues to touch a lot of people out there helps a little. I know for me he inspired a modern "on the road" take on todays America. However disappointing and awe inspiring he may have found it. This may sound silly. However, I really think a screen play is in order for such an interesting being. I think his perspective could really resonate with a lot of people today. Thanks again for sharing this. STOBE ATTACK!

[@Styxnstones24]

Thanks for the kind words. Stobe was indeed a very unique individual who brought much joy and adventure to many. It was such an honor to have known him.

[@ClawsTM]

So sad, I loved his piano playing and footage of him riding across the states. I hadnt looked up any Stobe vids in a while so just found out. RIP.

[@gadgetman2061]

Rest In Peace Jim. Even as someone who found his channel a year ago, when I discovered what happened it felt like losing a friend even though I never personally knew him.

[@leesenger3094]

Sorry for your loss Spike. I really appreciate your words in tribute. I just got hooked on Stobe videos a couple of days ago. He was a cut above there could be no doubt. One of the last intelligent adventurer poets chasing a mirage of freedom all around and through the compass just like the days of old. To see the seemingly endless expanse of nature and man's wonders rolling by, clankitty clank clankitty clanking, has to be experienced in person to really understand it's calling. Thanks again to Stobe!!! For taking me back! And taking me along.

[@Styxnstones24]

lee senger Thank you for your kind words.

[@PnwOnTour]

Wow Spike, so that was you in the Christmas video? Many condolences man, there's not many best friends in life, any comments on the Christmas video? Pretty funny, take care, I've actually connected with quite a few ppl I never would have because of Old Stobie Jim Kenobi, like many others I joined the party late but I've been doing new videos etc, going on adventures, buying new cheap beers.

[@crashingstoans5235]

Never had the privilege of meeting Stobe but feel like I have lost a friend too. RIP Stobie, may your pizza and chicken always be hot and your beer cold.

[@wisent44]

Thanks for the thoughtful tribute, Spike. Stobe was a legend indeed. Was there ever a coroner's inquest released?

[@AlexanderReyes-g7s]

Spike were you one of the dudes that rode with Stobie through Chugwater Wyoming? Years and years back?? Got nocked out by ju.ping off the train,and lost memory for an hour? Any how, God bless you. He rideS at home IN HEAVEN, now.

[@playAgainMe]

Spike, sad to hear of Stobe's passing. I'm sad for you guys. Thoughts and prayers for you and Stobe's family.

[@apodis4900]

Poor guy. I love his videos. He was an awesome fella. He died how he lived, which is a testament to his spirit. RIP Jim.

[@dwaynemorris6190]

Man this is sad. I just started watching his videos on KZbin just 3 days ago and to find out he died really sux. RIP STOBE

[@MegaKodey]

Sorry for your loss Spike, Jim was an amazing guy def one of a kind person. Rip stobe the hobo aka Jim Stobie 🚂🛤🍺🍕🍗🎹🗺⚓️📹🎬

[@beautruex7012]

Watching stobe right now! Miss this man! Inspired me to do the same thing! It has been a epic journey! Stobe good sir, you shall live on!

[@mikeschumacher9715]

I've never looked at trains the same.....

[@carwest11]

RIP Jim

[@fabianspitt7422]

Hey Spike , Love and peace from Germany! Your friend never will be forgotten!!!!!!

[@nwcanuck5069]

I don't know Jim personally, but I have enjoyed all his KZbin adventures. I have seen them all which is why I am here tonight having a beer and thinking of Jim. A guy I have never met but sure would have enjoyed his company I bet...Cheers Jim RIP.

RIP STOBE!!! Unfortunately I came across Stobe about 2 years ago randomly. Really enjoy his work he left behind. What a legend with lore and I think he'd like that. He was an old soul. You can just feel it. Rest in His peace ✌️

[@chevyblue10]

I'm glad he had such a good friend. I wish I had known him. I just found Stobe on KZbin a few weeks ago and I have watched EVERY video I can find, including this one. I fell in love with #HobeStobe. He lived a life that a lot of us only dream of living and he lived it on his terms. He refused to conform to society's rules. He was an artist, a great one, in more ways than one. Here's to you Jim Stobie. ML&R

[@rodbaby72]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings.

[@Styxnstones24]

Rod Baby thank you for watching.

[@markzwilsky3509]

Started watching Stobe a few months ago... late to the game I guess. But the guy was a great story teller and a superb piano player. This guy was all about the journey not the destination. RIP... Jim!

[@seconds-kr5uj]

My Condolences Sir. I didn't even discover Stobie's videos until about a year ago, well over a year past his demise. Raising an Icehouse Edge in his honor tonight (well, 2)!

[@scottwall4669]

Sorry about your pal but jumping a train and drinking a 30 pack of Gennesee beer cannot be a safe way to ride. With a back pack that he said stuck out too far..and the same pack gets snagged by an 80 MPH Amtrack. Sad. If you ride, do so sober.

[@dogood8623]

I am so disappointed hearing of this tragedy. I instantly loved Jim and his videos, so much that I researched why he hadn't posted in so long. Finding this news made me cry. God bless Jim and his frie ds who helped him. God bless you Jim, I'll meet you in other realms.... I will try hard to find you.

[@argtv100]

Spike, just viewed several of the videos really got to enjoy stobe's touch, humility, gentleness, then got to christmas hobo ... learned he was killed. Someone talked of putting up a commemorative plaque on the trestle where he left us behind. I live near Baltimore, can and will do that if it has not already been done. Please let me know. Thank you. Tom T.

[@tarkusmjg]

Thanks, Spike. I now have closure with Jim's legacy.

[@THEATREofPAIN270]

Very sorry for his loss. I must admit, I watched one of his videos and wound up watching them for hours. I still watch them. His knowledge of rail systems was impressive. May he rest in peace. And I'm quite sure he's riding the perfect hopper car in the big sky with a beer in hand. 🚂👍🇺🇸

[@jimmckenna7007]

I'm deeply sorry for the loss of a great man he opened my eyes and changed my attitude I couldn't believe it when I found out I hadn't cried in a long time since 2006 at my best friends funeral my girlfriend at the time comes in the bedroom ballin like a lil girl and she started crying cause she was freaked out just an emotional time I explained my friend and this video the thing is I didnt really cry at his funeral a lil after but it just hit me after this KFC 4 LIFE

[@astrobear8790]

Im sorry for your loss Spike. Keep rolling, even in the darkest hours of the nite. RIP Stobe

[@dontmatter5162]

respect my man. thanks for sharing. dude was a modern day object of admiration, there is a place for people like him, and for people like us.... pathfinder. #RIP

[@frankrizzo5659]

I wanted to tell you I'm really sorry for your loss.....sincerely.....it looked like all you guys we're close...lifes too short

[@1683clifton]

Were you the one who turned down the soup for the whiskey and chased dude into the river? That part was cool. Be well.

[@kathyroberts9037]

my son used to know a guy hop on freight train up in Illinois to travel quickly in quad cities. he knew it was dangerous & illegal. never got caught. remember people. its not safe to try to get on a train when its moving or stopped. rest in peace stobe

[@MariaGarcia-nc4ng]

Crazy how he died doing what he seemed to love,live.or did that life style catch him from behind.eitherway his videos were better than watching any other thing on any screen .

[@michaellazor5667]

I discovered his videos just a couple months after death. Wish I could have jamed some music with him and had a drink.

[@tonyjohnson6662]

I just discovered this guy in a day later I find out that sucks this dude would have been awesome to know

[@ThreePhaseHigh]

He show us that even the best train jumpers can do something stupid. ⚰️

[@buckethead1473]

Wait what my dad never told me NUTTIN bout you!!!

[@paulnoecker1202]

New holland... That's like 3 blocks away, and the tracks have been busy.

[@Styxnstones24]

Paul Noecker New Holland kicks ass. One of my favorite breweries.

[@paulnoecker1202]

4two4 is really good but they're small small. I haven't been to new holland yet, or the new hop cat. I'm more of a bells fan boy. Michigan is like the Saudi Arabia of beer, and water.

[@Styxnstones24]

Bells is awesome too. Michigan used to be that way, but I think it has improved.

[@paulnoecker1202]

The 15 packs of centennial ale were looking good at the store too. Haha

[@672egalaxie6]

Spike, I'm so sorry for your loss, you had the good fortune to know him better than most of us fans. His wanderlust, vocabulary and musical ability were infectious and inspiring. I just saw my first Stobe video on Christmas eve, linked from RanOutOnARail. I watched 3 videos in succession and was inspired so that I scrolled down to comment and found of his passing. Totally sucks. My condolences.

[@Styxnstones24]

672E galaxie Thank you. We all lost somebody great, but it was a great honor to know him closely.

[@judahslion5611]

Did you and him go to school together and grow up as friends?

[@mellotronage7073]

Sucks that you'd ever had to post that. RIP, Stobe.

[@Jarial7]

The living God give rest to his soul and make a place beside him in paradise

[@smms1276]

CHEERS TO YOU , AND MOST OF ALL STOBE... THANK YOU, SEE YOU STOBE IN THE NEXT LIFE MY FRIEND

[@sorrycharlie5773]

Thanks stobe..more smiley of late..🤠😎

[@morganman1975]

I'm so very sorry. Good thing he lived like few others.