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for Robert Sievers
Mary Rose White
August 31, 2008
Well Bob it is almost time to say 73's
from Hap(W9pro) Norton, (W9CX)
Ray Cramer, Save a place for us to have a round table Mary Rose White
(W9CXJ) YL
Jean - Leon Horstman
September 20, 2007
Our prayers to the whole family at this sad time. May your wonderful memories of Bob comfort you of better days in the past and yet to come in heaven. God bless, Jean & Leon Horstman WOWO Fans
Robert Rafferty
September 14, 2007
Having travelled through this area for several years and working nights on the railroad it was always heartwarming to hear Bob and Jay and their early morning antics, and have them inform us how things were from the WOWO fire escape vantage point.
Bob, for the many hours of entertainment and enjoyment you gave us through those many years, may your reward be rich and may your deserved rest be in peace. 73 & QRT.
Natalie Ross
September 10, 2007
My uncle was one of Bob's avid listeners; so in 1988, I asked him if he had any public speaking engagements that we might attend. Bob said no, but he would come to Heritage Park Nursing Home and visit with the residents. Much to our pleasant surprise, he came early and spent an hour privately with my uncle talking about their WW II days and left an autographed picture. What a generous gentleman. He truly brightened up the day for many.
Max Snyder
September 10, 2007
I remember my mom taking me to Fort Wayne from Garrett to see Bob Sievers in front of Babbers jewerly store doing the "One Moment, One Moment Please" show. I also remember when he had this person call in one morning and say he was going to kill himself on the air. Bob kept him on the air and tried to calm him down. He was such a loved person. I always felt he was "Mr. Fort Wayne". Friends and Family you have our condolences.
Janet Tietjen
September 8, 2007
My dad, Ray Chausse, and Bob were childhood friends. I can remember as a child visiting family in Ft. Wayne and my dad taking me down town to be on Bob's man-on-the-street broadcast. I will always have fond memories of that. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
Dixie Landis Bradley
September 7, 2007
I worked with Bob at WOWO in the late 1960's and really enjoyed knowing him. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word and will be missed.
Lois
September 7, 2007
I grew up in Fort Wayne listening to WOWO and Bob was always on in our house. Looked forward to his school announcements and the fact he always shared just a little about his family. You have my sympathy.
George Gosheff
September 6, 2007
Bob Sievers Family
I have many pleasant memories of the Little Red Barn with Bob, Jay, and Nancy Lee and the Hilltoppers.
Although he is gone, his voice is heard on WOWO today which conjurs up memories of my childhood.
May Bob rest in peace, memory eternal.
Nola Bandor
September 6, 2007
In the early '80s Bob decided that his beloved West Highland Terrier
"Molly" should have a family reunion. So with his help, we gathered all the Westies in FtWayne for several summers at Lions park for photos and fun.
Lots of memories of him with Molly
remain to this day.
My prayers go out to Hariette and Family from the person Bob called the Westie Lady.
Robert Rose
September 6, 2007
Fifty seven years Bob Sievers got me into the U.S. Navy reserve. Forty years later I retired. When
Bob had the program "One Moment Please" my mother and I would go
down to see him every chance we got. No words could express our
feeling for this man. I know that
"God" has taken him to his just reward.
Melody King
September 6, 2007
I so sorry to hear about Bob Sievers. He will be missed by all of us who grew up listening to hlm on the radio. Even enjoyed his travel lot he did. Now the legend will live on in the memories. Thanks Bob for all you have done for us and the penny pitch.
Pastor Keith Schreffler
September 6, 2007
My deepest condolences to the Sievers family. I grew up with the WOWO family from 1948 to the late 1950's as my father was the WOWO morning news anchor man known as Bob Carlin. His sign off at the end of every newscast was "Good Luck, Good health and 73." The "73" was ham radio lingo for "Best regards!".
Bob Sievers, Jay G., the Hilltoppers were all part of a great team. When dad died in 1991 Bob Sievers was the first person through the door on the day of calling at the funeral home. What a blessing that was for our entire family.
Bob was a very important person in my fathers life and I rejoice in having the privilege of knowing him from the time I was five years of age. Thank you Bob and Harriett for the role you played in my mom and dad's life. Bob will be missed but his legacy lives on. Praise be to God!
Suzanne Markley
September 6, 2007
As many in the guest book have mentioned I too grew up listening to Jay, Bob, Jack etc. in Bluffton, IN, Never has there been a radio station like WOWO. I miss those days.
My Sister recently met Cynthia through the Sheltie Rescue program so I had learned of Bob's illness and then his death. I send my sympathy to the family at this time of loss. May God grant you peace.
3820 Ham Radio Gang, Hall's, 11/21/06
September 6, 2007
Gene Williams
September 6, 2007
Bob was my morning companion for 25 years.
The voice is now gone, but the wonderful memories go on and on.
Thanks Bob......
Steve Evans
September 6, 2007
Harriet and Family:
Bob and my Dad, Homer Evans, were very good friends as my dad worked at the transmitter for 29 years. Bob was an example of humility, integrity and love. While he may have had a great God-given talent with that booming voice of his, it was they way that he used that voice to give back to the community that will be remembered. The entire Evans family loved and admired Bob. I can just see my dad helping Bob tune up his 75 meters rig up in heaven as we speak. God Bless all of you.
Mary Rose White
September 6, 2007
I grew up knowing Bob He and my dad were friends and hams I remember my dad Ray Cramer W9CXJ, Harold (Hap)Norton W9PRO, Bob Tripconie W9TIY, Bob Sievers W9FJT,having a big round
table, they called it that really they were just talking to each other,
and I bet they are all together now,
I hope someone said One Momemt, One
Moment Please the way I used to open
the program all so many years ago.
I remember your would give me the coupons for bread because you knew
how many children there was in the
family. To Bob family you have my prayers and sympathy. Rest in peace
With God's love.
Carol Carmella
September 5, 2007
I just finished watching the special that channel 39 aired on Bob and the WOWO Legends. I grew up in Huntington and listened to WOWO every morning. Bob Sievers had a calming voice and as with every child, we listened with bated breath for the school closing. Bob Sievers and the WOWO family was an important part of my childhood. To Bob's family, I send my thoughts and prayers. He was a man with a big heart and you have much to be proud of.
Beckie Beekman Turner
September 5, 2007
My sympathy goes to the Sievers family, I was one lucky person to have known Bob Sievers. Many friday nights I have danced to his records at Bleodoes Beach. He attended my wedding in 1972. He is truely one of the most caring person I have ever known. His family is in my preys and I will truely miss Bob Sievers.
IVAN ALDRED
September 5, 2007
I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT BOB WAS ALWAYS IN OUR HOUSE GROWING UP. IT IS SAD THAT HE IS GONE BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. GOD'S SPEED BOB
Linda Manske
September 5, 2007
I have very fond memories of listening to Bob Sievers, Jay Gould, then Dugan Fry after Jay...what great people. I was very honored to meet Bob Sievers in person at the 40th anniversary for Bob at South Side High School, I still have the program and his autograph. Just thinking about Bob brings back such fond memories. My sincere sympathy to Bob's family on their loss. He will always be remembered as a great part of Fort Wayne history.
Sincerely,
Linda Manske
Paul Menefee
September 5, 2007
After I was discharged from the Navy, Joined the Naval Reserve unit & Bob was my instructor in a Radar Class....A darn good instructor a great guy (God Bless)
Lifelong Fort Wayne Fan
September 5, 2007
One of my memories of childhood is waking up to the "Little Red Barn" everyday but the BEST memories are when Bob Sievers read the school closings on those cold snowy mornings. I had the great pleasure of hearing Mr. Sievers speak--what a great life--what a GREAT man!
Diane Blaugh
September 5, 2007
Mrs. Sievers--I grew up with Bob's voice on the radio,when I moved to Mich I still was able to hear WOWO and it made it easier for me to be away from Ft.Wayne.My prayers are with you
Chantelle DeFrain
September 5, 2007
I remember when i was a little girl he came to our house for a cup of hot coffee and my dad made the little red barn for him for wowo
Jim Young
September 5, 2007
Bob was certainly a good friend to the people of Fort Wayne and the listeners to WOWO. I was fortunate to have known him through our mutual friend, Ron Gregory, and through Bob's support of the Stardust Dance Band, a Big Band which played in the area for about a decade or so, and in which I played while I lived in Fort Wayne. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched over his lifetime.
Carolyn Guenther
September 5, 2007
My name is Carolyn Guenther and I listend to Bob when I was younger
Carol Sievers Patterson
September 5, 2007
I am a very distant relative of Bob and from my earliest childhood we listened to Bob & Jay. What wonderful memories those are. I well remember the day when Jay became ill and Bob continued to broadcast while caring for Jay. What wonderful people.
One Moment, One Moment Please was also a favorite broadcast. It was always obvious that Bob loved his job.
LINDA
September 5, 2007
MR.WOWO, A VOICE NO ONE WILL EVER FORGET. THANK YOU FOR MANY,MANY SPECIAL YEARS, AND MEMORIES! REST IN PEACE
Andrea Edholm & Family
September 5, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to Cynthia and her family at the loss of Mr. Sievers. In reading some of the memorials to him, he had a wonderful life.
John Stover
September 5, 2007
I was so honored to meet Bob back in the late 60's and had the opportunity to visit WOWO studio as a guest of Bob's... A tour I will never forget as I will never forget you my friend... My thoughts and prayers to the Sievers Family.
Colette (Shepp) Moricca
September 5, 2007
We were so very saddened to hear of Bob Sievers' passing. It has been a great pleasure for all of my family to have known the Sievers' family through our extended "church family" for so many years. The Lord be with those remaining and remember Bob is surely with our Lord!
Sue Derck
September 5, 2007
Harriet and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss. We,like so many others, have so many fond memories of both you and Bob from the wonderful times we shared at the Valley of the Pines ( your "Hideaway"). Bob was such a unique person; and, he touched so many lives. May God comfort and bless you.
Your friends, Randy & Sue Derck
April Harter
September 5, 2007
I remember Bob telling about all of the lost dogs in Fort Wayne April Harter
Victor Locke
September 5, 2007
For seven years in the late 70's and early 80's, Bob Sievers was often the first person I spoke with each morning, as we would prepare for the "Little Red Barn." It was with great sadness I learned of his death Monday. Please allow me to share some of my fonder memories of Bob.
I'd often arrive at the station earlier than Bob as he'd stop at Powers Hamburgers on the way in to buy some donuts. He steadfastly denied he dined on Powers sliders that early in the day.
This was a man with a heart bigger than most. He was truly concerned and interested in others, and was particularly concerned about the less fortunate to the point he'd literally give the shirt off his back. I recall during the WOWO Penny Pitch one year, a gentleman obviously down on their luck stopped by and made a donation to Penny Pitch while Bob and I were staffing a remote site. Bob, of course, struck up a conversation, and by the time it was over, Bob had removed his coat and gave it to this fellow, so he could stay warm.
WOWO had a policy against doing lost dog announcements, but don't tell Bob that. His first priority was always to the listener, and those of us in the newsroom early mornings would often get phone calls about lost dogs and forward the info to Bob. He'd then sneak the announcement on the air, often telling listeners he wasn't supposed to do that. Then he'd tell his listeners he was "stuffing that lost dog in his shirt pocket so if they found it, give him a call and he'll put them in touch with the owner." In addition to a big heart, Bob had large shirt pockets!
Though Bob was known mostly for his work at WOWO, with its huge signal, he was also known world wide over Amateur Radio airwaves as W9FJT, or as he called himself, Fifty Jumping Tigers. Bob had what Hams like myself often refer to as a "boat anchor" of a radio in his basement, comprised I surmise of some old AM Radio parts from WOWO and built with the help of long time WOWO engineer, the late Homer Evans. He admitted to me once that each time he would transmit, Harriet would comment about the lights dimming in their modest Sherwood Terrace home.
Bob will be missed, but remembered fondly in many hearts. My condolences to Harriet and the rest of his family.
Victor Locke
Former WOWO News Anchor/News Director
1977 to 1983
Jimmy Conner
September 5, 2007
Bob Seivers was simply a darn good human being, period!
From his humble beginnings, he was destined to be a true fort Wayne legend!
In Meeting "Mr. Wowo" in 1982, he struck me as a genuine Personable figure who was a true lover of people and in fellowshipping with him in 1984, he proven in that situation and the times after that he was a consistently thoughtful person!
Bob clearly reminds me of my godfather, Chicagoland broadcastlegend, Jesse Coopwood, and I can say Bob did have a bit of
"soul" for his "stroll"
In closing on my heartfelt thoughts regarding "Mr Wowo" Bob, for a summit city legend was clearly the Morning broadcaster that "the best that did it and got away with it" and a personality that was "threw with it, before some of us that got to the mike, "Knew what to do with it"!
Bob, when u run ito your friends Jack Underwood, R. Nelson Snider, John Richbourg and numerous others u have touched on this earth--Tell em that "ole J.c" says "Hi"
Dugan and Sharon Fry
September 5, 2007
Mr. WOWO is gone but will certainly never be forgotten. Bob was truly a consummate professional, a very talented mentor, a true friend and most importantly, a caring husband, father and grandfather. We will miss you, Bob, and God bless your soul.
Beverly Porter
September 5, 2007
Harriet & Family - I remember listening to Bob and Jay on WOWO every morning. I had the honors of meeting both gentlemen in the late 1960's. You could not ask for a better friend on and off the radio. He will be missed but not forgotten. My prayers are with you during this time. May he now rest in peace.
Karen Koontz
September 5, 2007
My parents set their clock radio alarm to "The Little Red Barn" on the early morning show with Bob & Jay. I would sometimes wake up to the song and their voices...a childhood memory that is forever in my mind and heart. My parents have passed on but I believe they have met up with Bob now. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Karen Wright Koontz
Paulette Parish
September 5, 2007
When I was growing up I also listened to Bob on the radio,I'm sorry that he has passed away,god be with his loved ones at this time.Paulette Parish
Bill Garrigus
September 5, 2007
I'll keep a good thought for Bob's family and friends. He and WOWO led me into a career in broadcasting. Bob and Jack Underwood were my heroes as a teenager. How lucky I was to be able to enjoy all that talent every day. Thanks Bob. May you be an hour in heaven before the devil knows you're gone.
Patrick Boice
September 5, 2007
While growing up in the late 50's & early 60's, I'd listen to Bob Sievers and Jay Gould every morning before school. the radio was tuned to WOWO constantly. Mr. Sievers' voice had a calming effect upon my entire family. Of course, we all waited, with antcipation, for the school closing announcements during the winters back then. He was a living legend.
Machelle Mason
September 5, 2007
Mr WOWO you have gave me many fond memories as a kid growing up, you were one of the great radio talents thank you for being such a great talent and a great person. God only takes the best i am just thankful he let us have you for as long as he did rest in peace Mr WOWO. We will miss you.
Mary Kay Matasky
September 5, 2007
Please accept my prayers and sympathy. I know Cynthia though my membership in Indiana Sheltie Rescue. Over the past few months, I shared with her many thoughts as she journeyed to Ft. Wayne from Toledo almost every weekend. Even though I didn't know her dad personally, I felt I did and share his loss with her and her mom and sister.
Bob Rank
September 5, 2007
Harriett and Family,
Judy and I remember as do our family the times we spent with you and Bob at the Valley of the Pines. Those travelogues and especially the Labor Day Dances that Bob so graciously did for the Valley. Who could forget that booming voice!
May God Bless you all!
Bob and Judy Rank - Sylvania, OH
James A Norton II
September 5, 2007
Growing up in the 50's and 60's left me with many great memories of Bob Sievers and WOWO. He was one of a kind. He was a friend of the Norton Family....and made time for my fathers funeral. Mr. Sievers and Jay Gould were an important part of my life, and he will be be remembered as a great humanitarian.
Jim Norton/Indianapolis
Pat Krebs Nalty
September 5, 2007
I grew up in Ft Wayne. Was lucky enough to spend a day in a boat with Bob during one of the contests that WOWO was running. He was a great man and a great broadcaster.
Art Weber
September 5, 2007
Harriet, so sorry to hear about the passing of Bob. We only got to know him a little at the Valley of the Pines, but he was very kind to our son Bruce at those sock hops. He will be missed.
Art and Connie Weber
Candace Wendling
September 5, 2007
I was fortunate enough to have worked with Bob at WOWO back in the late 70s. An industry icon, he was a unique individual, a TRULY good person and loved by all. My sympathy to the family.
Maryann Winebrenner
September 5, 2007
I grew up listening to Bob on WOWO, and joined in on Penny Pitch several times. I was thrilled when I actually got to meet him in person, what a kind, wonderful man! He will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to his family. Can you hear Bob giving reports to the various angels and saints in heaven? I can.
Lou Mowan
September 5, 2007
Bob,
I remember your radio shows from way back when I was a kid walking downtown at age 13 and beyond. You would be at the corner of Berry and Calhoun. Then there was the radio show that the whole world listened to. You, Jay Gould, Nancy Lee and the Hilltoppers etc. What memories you have given thousands like myself. The city of Ft Wayne will certainly miss you. Not to mention your considerable time spent supporting the WOWO Penny Pitch for so many years. Rest in peace Bob.
Bill Lower
September 5, 2007
I conducted funeral services for both mother and father of Bob while pastor of the Parkview Church of Christ. He was the product of two genuinely humble and genuine parents, and, although I wasn't in touch with him since leaving Ft. Wayne in 1969 when I accepted a pastorate in Denver, Colorado, remember him well from his early broadcasting years as a native of nearby Ohio on WOWO. My condolences to his family, and my prayers for his safe arrival at his eternal destination.
Lisa Underwood
September 5, 2007
Chris and I would like to offer up our condolences at this time. I know Chris will tell you of many great memories growing up in the WOWO family with Bob. He has brought a lot of people many of smiles while recalling all the great stories Bob used to tell on the radio and at his travelogues. He was a very kind man not only to the people around him but also from listening of stories when it came to the concerns of the welfare of animals. God bless your soul Bob and thanks for the memories you have left us with. And personally I have a lot of great memories from listening to the radio growing up near Harlan, Ind. We always had WOWO on when milking the cows. God bless you your family and friends who come to celebrate your life. Chris and Lisa Underwood
Mike Harter
September 5, 2007
An ispiration to all of us. Thanks for endorsing my book and all of your thoughtfulness through the years.
dennis fry FRY
September 5, 2007
I WOULD LIKE TO WISH MY CONDOLENCES TO THE SIEVERS FAMILY AND WOWO RADIO I REMEMBERED BOB AS A HAM RADIO OPERATOR AND AS A CHILD GROWING UP AROUND WOODBURN INDIANA LISTENING TO WOWO 1190 IN THE MOURNINGS BEFORE GOING TO SCHOOL MON AND DAD ALWAYS HAD WOWO RADIO ON AND US KIDS WOULD LISTEN TO BOB GIVING OUT SCHOOL CANCELLATIONS OR DELAYS HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. GOD BLESS YOU BOB SIVERS DENNIS FRY KA9IPA
Dean Houser
September 5, 2007
My memory of Bob goes back to 60's. You could not ask for a better friends than Bob & Harriet. I used to spend many weekends with Bob on Record Hop Nights. It was the influence of Bob that lead to my Broadcasting Degree. Also my family were members of Our Saviour Luthern Church. I learned of Bob's passing Tueday evening and not more than 3 hours later I learned of my Mother's passing.
My sympathy and prayers go out to Harriet, Carolyn and Cynthia.
A great loss of one of Fort Wayne's finest and a special friend to me.
Dean Houser
janet tinsley
September 5, 2007
i will remember bob (mr wowo)
i lived in fort wayne for a long time. use to walk pass the radio station , i shook hands with him once that. i will remember. he was such a nice guy
Gene Fisher
September 4, 2007
Fond memories of a very good friend.
We know that you are in a better
place for eternity.
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