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for Robert Mollot
Maureen Colucci
May 11, 2025
Forever in my heart.
Maureen S Mansour
May 11, 2022
Still think of you all the time.
Maureen Mansour
January 12, 2021
Miss you so much
Kathy Corcoran
July 15, 2004
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mollot;
Words can not express that sadness I felt when I heard of the passing of Bob.
I attendend Canisius with Bob and then spent a great deal of time with him out in SF. He brightened a room with his smile and laughter. He came over to my apartment one Thanksgiving to check on my turkey, and sure enough, I had it in the over upside down! He never let me forget it.
I have so many wonderful memories of Bob and I will miss him dearly.
My thoughts and praryers are with you and your family today, and always.
sue benner
June 28, 2004
Dear Alan and Family,
I was deeply saddened and shocked when I found out about Bobby's passing. I will always remember his smiling face and passion for life. Although I may not have know him for a long time he left a lasting memory. My condolences to all.
Francis Garcia
June 14, 2004
To the Family and friends of Bob,
I send my deepest sympathys for this tragedy. Myself and other friends were lucky enough to have spent some very special times with Bob, whom we affectionately referred to as "Buffalo Bob", in California. He was passionate, talented, friendly and happy. He was far too young to go. We will miss him and We will not forget him. Ve con Dios Amigo, We love you.
Rob Chrisman
June 14, 2004
I was absolutely stunned to hear the news. I knew Bob when he lived in Northern California, enjoyed his company, thought that he had a great spirit, followed his culinary exploits, and generally thought that the earth was a better place with him around. He will be missed.
Jeff Oxendine
June 14, 2004
Dear Mr & Mrs. Mollot,
I just found out yesterday about Bob's passing. I am deeply shocked and saddened. Bob was like a brother to me. In fact when we would call each other we would say "tell him his brother is on the phone".
I met Bob many years ago in California. I was dating Shannon Stapel's sister Melissa. We immediately and easily hit it off in so many ways and formed a life-long bond. We agreed that we were really long lost brothers. We had many great times and adventures together including trips to Mexico and San Diego, playing softball and golf and watching Bills games. Bob's passion for the Bills made me a life long Bills fan. His passion and talent for cooking was unequaled. I will never forget the Christmas dinner he and Shannon made one year; it is the greatest meal I have had. Most of all I will remember his passion for life, his powerful positive energy and enthusiasm, his smile, his creativity, his solid friendship and his love for his son and family.
One of our other connections was both having sons who were born one month apart and independently named Jake. I am crushed that Bob's Jake will not have Bob to influence, love and support him and will not get to experience how wonderful, and caring a person his father was.
Although I havent seen Bob since he was in last California, there are always many things that remind me and make me think fondly of him. I lost track of him and really missed being able to spontaneously call and talk about something I know he would be fired up about. Our last conversation was about life, priorities and family and had a profound impact on me. I will always love Bob and treasure the many memories and impact he had on my life. I will truly miss him.
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is ever anything I can do for you or for Jacob.
God Bless You,
Jeff Oxendine
Michael Greenberg
June 12, 2004
Dear Barbara and Alan,
I was shocked and saddened to learn about the loss of your son, Bobby. My deepest sympathy to you and to Stevie and Traci.
shannon stapel
June 8, 2004
Dear Barbara, Alan and Stephen,
I honestly don't even know where to begin--You all must know the impact Bobby had on my life. You may or may not know the last time I saw him, I wasn't very happy with him. I had no idea where he went when he left California, but he has crossed my mind many times over the past two years. I am very sorry we had to part the we did and I was truly shocked to hear about his passing. I always hoped that he had found some peace in his life and from what I've heard, he was happy in South Carolina and I am glad for that.
Bobby was such a HUGE part of my life--when we were together and even when we weren't. I can say with complete truth that he left a profound impact on my soul. So much of who and what I am today is because of him. Bobby had an incredible spirituality about him and I thank him (and you) for sharing that with me.
I know what your family is going through right now and I am truly sorry for your grief. Bob was there for me when my brother died--there are no words to express such a loss. I only wish I could be there with you. Bobby had a beautiful, kind soul and he will forever be a part of me--a part of all of those who knew him.
The following is an excerpt from a book that was my brothers' (The Teaching of Buddha):
"...Faith gives them the wisdom to recognize the transciency of life and the grace not to be surprised or grieved at whatever comes to them or with the passing of life itself, knowing that, however conditions and appearances change, the truth of life remains always unchanged."
My prayers are with all of you. God bless you.
Shannon Stapel
jeffrey cooke
June 5, 2004
My deepest sympathies go out to the Mollot family and Bob's son, Jake. His good nature, culinary skill and committment will be dearly missed.
When I was a young Executive Chef, my wife and I enjoyed one of our first anniversaries at Sequioia. The minute I sat down I knew...this is the kind of place that just got things right. The food was of extrordinarily high quality, especially at that time--and the service was impeccable. I would have given anything to work in a place that was so highly respected and enjoyed--I mean, all the Chefs in town came there to eat on their days off. About a year after our dining experience I had given up my first job as Executive Chef at a restaurant in the suburbs to work making salads and cooking brunch at that fine restaurant under the watchful eye of Bob...it was the wisest decision I have ever made, professionally.
Though I had already cooked for nearly a decade, I consider myself having known virtually nothing about properly preparing food until I was taught by Bob. He was passionate about the flavor, the quality and the originality--my, GOD! The technique was actually important to this guy! If it wasn't prepared right, he actually would throw out the product and demand that it be made over again properly...there are a very few Chefs, and even fewer owners that demand that high standard at any cost. He taught me how to sear, braise, smoke, wilt, grill, saute, reduce (to name only a few techniques) and make a kick-butt balsamic vinaigrette (of which I use a variation even today). Oh, and how to throw the kind of temper tantrum that gets a slipping service staff back on their feet with quickness!
Bob was the only boss that I ever went physically toe-to-toe with and was still welcomed back into the staff when we cooled down---and I am not the only person alloted the experience! He was passionate & he bred passion in just about everyone who worked for him. He understood that tempers flare, steam needed to be let and even his collard greens would never come out right without the zing of vinegar and the sweet smoke of that wonderful apple-smoked slab bacon.
I considered Bob to be a mentor, a coach, a visionary and a friend, the loss to me and the restaurant community at large is staggering. I had left Buffalo a year ago and was unaware of his untimely and tragic passing this May. I am ashamed of my disrespect by not keeping in touch-but when I did see him I always made sure to thank him for all he given me and my family...the tools to be a successful cook, chef and eventually a restaurant manager... a way for me to provide for my own family, I truly owe much of my success to the principles he held in such high regard and took the time to pass along to me. The mission to share his knowledge and passion with those who work for me and those who will eventually work for them is of paramount importance. My memorial to Chef Robert Mollot will be that every person that I show how to properly 'french' a rack of lamb, the right way to make a some REAL Barbecue sauce, chiffonade the basil (smaller, smaller) or even that simple vinaigrette- every one of them will know Bob's name to pass on to those they choose to disseminate the essentials of high quality, American cookery.
Bob, you are missed already and I don't mind telling you I shed more than a few tears at the news of your passing. Thanks for everything you shared with us, you will never be forgotten. Godspeed.
Megan Sewright
May 27, 2004
Dear Barbara, Alan, Stephen, and Jacob:
The glimpses that I have of Bob, though few by first-hand, but many through association, are ones of glowing humor and love. One of my first memories of him: He walked up to the family while we were eating at Sequoia. He was wearing a beaming smile and chili-pepper pants. Though it is a brief and "fashionable" memory of Bob, I think it is befitting of his character: fun-loving, full of wit, humor, and light-heartedness. My opinion of his character was further enhanced at Traci and Stephen's wedding: his ease of character was assuring to everyone during what could have been a tense moment (signing of the marrige contract, where he was the only one who actually made me laugh), and his wonderful speech later at the reception was heart-felt, and honest. I remember him speaking of, what is to be my next point, his friendship with Stephen, which was very close and is mirrored in Stephen's affection for his brother. I saw, and will always see, the love that Barbara and Alan have for both of their sons. In my opinion, the love that his family has for Bob is a testament to Bob as a person. Whenever I saw him, or read the funny quips on the side of his barbeque bottles (prompted by Fat-Bob's), I felt lightened by his apparent familiarity with the more humorous aspects of life, and the sense of good-being that he so easily spread. His death comes as a severe shock, and my thoughts go out to you: Barbara, Alan, Stephen, and Jacob. His life continues in our hearts.
Love,
Megan
Ed Zygaj
May 24, 2004
I am a fraternity brother of Bob's from Canisius. My memories of Bob are few but very fond. Having lost my son in January, I know what you are all going through. My prayer for your family is that the love and support that you have seen recently will continue far into the future.
Dave Kirkham
May 21, 2004
Alan:
I know there are no words to cover the feelings you and the Mollot family must be having at this point in time. After reading some of these signings, I can see what kind of parents you and your wife were! Congratulations on having a loving son you obviously can feel proud of. My prayers will certainly be with you and your family over the next several weeks as you move through this grieving process. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Dave Kirkham
Security Administrators, Inc.
nancy & frank gaglione
May 20, 2004
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Mollot...While we knew Robert in Buffalo, he was the delight of our Sunday dinners in Hilton Head. Just this Easter, we were thrilled to see Jacob there at Antonio's with him. You must be proud...what a wonderful son, always a smile and a kind word. We adored him...He will be missed by us. It won't be the same... You are in our prayers.
Nancy and Frank Gaglione
Snyder & Hilton Head
Melissa Bihary
May 19, 2004
Jacob,
We lived across the street from you until you were 3 years old. On Sundays, during the summer, your dad would arrange BBQ's in your backyard and bring friends, families and neighbors together for good food and good times.
When we told your friend, Reed, about what happened, he replied,"I wish he didn't die, I liked him".
Lots of people liked your father. He was a friendly, kind, and generous person. He will be missed.
Chris, Melissa & Reed Bihary
Jennifer Atkinson
May 19, 2004
Bob was a nice boss & a good friend!
Bonnie Ross
May 19, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Mollot,
I have only known Bob for a couple short years but it seems much longer. His life and death have had a huge impact on me as well as my daughters Maggie Washo, Amy Ross and Becca Ross. He has been a guest in my house several times and I have always been happy to have him there. He will forever hold a special place in my whole family's hearts. He made a lasting imprint on all of us. As a parent, I can only imagine your pain. My thoughts are with you.
Bonnie Ross
Mary Gent
May 19, 2004
To the Mollot family:
I was shocked an devastated by this news. I worked with Bob at the tail end of his career at Fat Bob's. I am truly sorry and saddened by this loss.
-Sincerely,
Mary Gent
Amy Ross
May 19, 2004
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mollot, Stephen & Traci,
It is with great sympathy I send this message to you all. It was only this weekend that we met all of you but a closeness was formed. Bob touched all of our hearts and will be remembered always. Please remember to smile as you go through such a trying time. Bob is smiling at us. We loved your son and he will be in our hearts forever. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Amy Ross
Jessica Delaney
May 19, 2004
Dear Mr and Mrs. Mollot and Steve,
I was so saddened to hear about Bob. I have such wonderful memories of working with him at the pool club and visiting him at Fat Bob's when I came back to town. He was an incredibly warm and generous person. I will always think of him fondly. Best wishes to your family.
With regards,
Jessica Delaney (JJ Milch)
William & Pamela Logue
May 19, 2004
To the entire Mollot Family:
How terribly shocked and saddened we were to find out of Bob's untimely passing. We have known Bob since his early days in the restaurant business, going back to the Bijou Grille, and leading up to his days at Sequoia and Fat Bobs. You can all be very proud of what Bob brought to this community and of the work he did. He will be terribly missed. All our sympathies to you.
Pam and Bill Logue
Barbara
May 19, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mollot family. I didn't know him personally but his legacy will certainly live on. It is a great tragedy, he added much to this world. My heart goes out to his friends and especially his family. I will pray for you.
Timothy Zaricznyj
May 19, 2004
Alan, Barbara, Stephen, Sara and Jacob:
My heart sunk upon hearing the news of Bob's death and I wish you all peace in the ensuing days. I have met few in my lifetime who exhibited the passion for living and the compassion for sadness and suffering the way Bob did. The force of his being has given meaning to mine. I feel blessed to have spent such memorable time with him in Buffalo and San Francisco. I will remember him always.
Sincerely,
Tim Zaricznyj
Leigh Fox
May 18, 2004
To all of Bob's family,
I worked with Bob at Biac's 10 years ago and my husband, Eric, knew Bob for years. Through the years, we always remained friends. We have some great memories of times spent together in Ellicottville and at all the restaurants. We will miss him. He will continue to hold a place in our hearts. We extend our deepest sympathies to all of you.
Love,
Leigh and Eric Fox
Sue Kushner Wolfson
May 18, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Mollot, Steve and Traci-
I am so sorry about the tragic loss of your son and brother. I am thinking about you and send my deepest condolences.
Zofia Paw
May 18, 2004
Dear Barbara and Allan Mollot,
I am so sorry for your loss. Only parents can imagine what you're going through. I was filled with sorrow when I heard of this tragedy. Your son was a great person.
Sally Morin
May 18, 2004
Mr. and Mrs. Mollot and family,
I am very saddened to hear about Bob. I enjoyed working with him at SPoT Coffee and dining at Sequoia. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and Jacob.
truly,
Sally Morin
Michael Cecchini
May 18, 2004
To my fellow Ken-East classmate....May God bless your soul and keep watch over your beloved family.
Ken Polk
May 18, 2004
Stephen,
I'm in shock to hear about your brother. My thoughts are with you and your parents.
Ken
Jonathan Benjamin
May 18, 2004
To the Molott Family,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss.
Myself and two others had the pleasure of camping with Bob over several summer trips to Algonquin Park. Bob graced our trips with the finest cuisine in the "backcountry". He added so much to our experience. Bob was an avid outdoorsmen with a zest for life. Please accept deepest sympathy
Alison Morgenstern (Gellman)
May 17, 2004
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Mollot, Stephen & Traci,
I was so sad to hear about Bobby. My thoughts are with your family. I will always have great childhood memories of Bobby at the pool club and his great smile. All my best to you at this difficult time.
Love,
Alison
Lea Goodman
May 17, 2004
Allan and Barbara, My heart aches for you. I cannot imagine what you must be going through. Lea
Lauren Dimet
May 17, 2004
My condolences to your family. I am so shocked and saddened by this news. I left Buffalo about 3 years ago, but ate at his restaurants in the few years I lived there (as an adult). He was such a nice person. I will remember Bob for his love of McDonald's despite his being a trained chef.
John Hogg
May 17, 2004
My sympathies to the Mollot family. Bob and I were roommates and fraternity brothers at Canisius. He was a great friend with a huge heart. He will be missed.
Daniel Poisson
May 17, 2004
Even though I rarely saw Bob over these past years I have always thought of him as a friend. We knew each other from youth group and when I would visit Buffalo he was always so excited to see me and the feeling was mutual. I will miss him and will tell my family about my talented and loving friend Bob. My deepest condolences, Daniel Poisson
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