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Bob Walton (BOBCAT) Bob was born May 23, 1944 in Canoga Park, California was called home on December 21, 2004. Bob was the Owner operator of Bob-Cat Transmission for 23 years. He was an avid drag race fan. He built and raced his own Henry J and a dragster in his youth. He played the steal guitar with several well-known stars. He was offered the show Hee Haw with Buck Owens. He is survived by his wife, Cathy and four stepchildren Donna Young, Alan Knapton, (Debra), Paul Knapton and Evan Knapton (Kim), 15 grandchildren. He will be missed greatly by his friends and family. Per his request there will be no services.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Dec. 23, 2004.

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Jeffrey Venis

December 27, 2004

Cathy, I just found out about your husband today at work. I am so sorry for your loss and always remember now much you both loved eash other. Jeff at JCPenney.

Matt Siamani

December 24, 2004

Kathy,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob will be missed very much by my family. We are greatful for the opportunity to got to know you and Bob. Your good people. Sometimes he present himself as a tough guy but I know deep down he has a heart of gold.Now I don't know who I'm going to give my fish's to when I catch them next summer? Let us know if you need help, we will do anything that we can to help you out.

Robert Gayda

December 23, 2004

Dear Kathy,

We are all very sorry to hear of your loss. The boys were very sad they did not make it down there this year to see Bob one last time. They will miss him. I wish you the best during these difficult times.

Robert, Eddie, and Andrew Gayda

Pam Rowley

December 23, 2004

Cathy,

I am so very sorry for your lost.

Please remember how much he loved you and your children.

Pam

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