Robert W. Bitner

Missing you, Mr. B. Can't believe it's been this long already. I still have our last conversation archived. My whole adult life always brings me happy memories of you and your classroom. So many things pop into my head from time to time. American Pie is one. Spaghetti westerns is another! And, some of the movies you showed us! We're living some strange times and they're getting much more crazy. I don't know exactly where I get my "fight" from, but I suspect that it may have come from you and...

Susan, my thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss. How special that you two were able to celebrate your 50th anniversary !

Such a terrible loss to lose such an influential person in the lives of so many. I enjoyed your classes all four years at Monache and was a TA for two more. Yeah, I couldn't get enough of art! There is a huge void in our lives, but hopefully, Mr. B, you have found paradise and comfort in God's loving arms. I know the reunion at Rainbow Bridge with all of your beloved pets helps ease you into your next journey. Prayers and blessings for your family at this challenging time. Until we meet again.

I don't know what to say. Bob, you were one of the most creative people I ever met. I'm glad we got to become friends. To Susan and the family, you're in my thoughts. Words escape me.

My upmost respect and love for such a wonderful teacher that I admired throughout my high school years.. Will be missed dearly.. Prayers for his loved ones..

You were very kind and helpful, Bob. It was evident that you loved your work. I remember you always helping us out with silkscreening projects and other artistic causes in our class. I remember you playing the albums we brought from home on the art room record player. I remember one cold morning in December 1980 when you told your first period class that John Lennon had been killed. We had good times with you. May God's blessings be upon your family this day and always. . .

So Long for now my Friend

You were a teacher first and then a friend. I will miss you, but never forget the four years attending your art class. I hope we cross paths again.