Robert C. Witherell Jr.

Promises Made. Promises Kept.
April 2008

The Godfather

I have been blessed so many ways. A great family and great friends have given me a great life. The thing that has amazed me is where some of these great friends have come from, my work. I have spent 20+ years in this industry and have made some of my closest friends in the world here. I am grateful.

Unfortunately, that number went down by one last month. Bob Witherell of Buffalo Lube associates, a Valvoline...

There seems to be a great silence in my life lately, especially at work. No one here to make fun of me for losing $20 at Mighty Taco or not knowing how to fix a clock. Besides being one of the best Uncles, you were also my insperation in the work field. You taught me so much that I will never forget. Most of all I will never forget the days of you and Dad bursting into tears laughing, telling us all old stories of mischief. That is a memorable laugh. I love you much. Thank You for being a...

Well, I waited until I thought writing here might be easier. Unfortunately, I was wrong. I still think of my friend every day... I miss him incredibly. I regret not keeping in closer contact (I guess it was just my way of avoiding reality). Now, all I can do is pray. Deb, Scott, Sarah - you know you are all in my prayers. I have some wonderfull memories and some great stories. Nevertheless, they are still just memories. But, as I promised my friend - goodbyes aren't forever and WE...