RIP Tom Hornbein

[nimbus]

Truly a gracious man and accomplished in unimaginable ways.

Remembering Mountaineer Tom Hornbein

The legendary Tom Hornbein passed away in the early morning hours of May 6, 2023 at his home in Estes Park, Colorado. A geologist, anesthesiologist, and high altitude mountaineer, Tom was considered one of climbing's great pioneers. He was 92. A Celebration of Life will be held at The...

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R.I.P. Tom Hornbein: a Personal Remembrance » Explorersweb

As 500 climbers prepare to jumar up Everest in the next two weeks, comes the sad news that legendary mountaineer Tom Hornbein died today at the age of 92.

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[Gern Blansten]

Isn’t there an alternate passage to the summit of Everest that is named after him?

 

[GassYous]

Estes Park? Did the overlook get him?

 

[coffeebythelake]

Estes Park? Did the overlook get him?

He died at home

 

[abolt18]

I spoke with Gene Hessel about him a few years ago. Dr Hessel is a CT surgeon turned cardiac anesthesiologist and he was at UW as a surgeon back in those days. Seems like an incredible man.