Condolences to the Bob Speers family. I hadn't seen Bob much in recent years but growing up with him was a blast. I can tell you that there isn't one memory I have of Bob that doesn't bring a smile to my face. He was one of a kind. Keep those memories close in your hearts and take care of each other in this difficult time.

To Deb,Rick,Geri and the rest of Bob's family,my sincere condolences. I worked with Bob back in the late 70's at Consumers Co-op,and to say we had a blast would be an understatement!!..I can remember an episode that I think is safe to tell.

It was late spring.All the planting in the fields had been done. We had pretty much emptied the warehouse and if anybody has been there,you know it's pretty frigging big. It was getting late in the day when Ole Harry Smith says "Charlie,sweep the warehouse down before you leave". That's about a 2 hr job so,being a young,dumb 18 yr old,I got right on it. Bob musta been bored over at the shop cause I saw him walking my way. "What the hell are you doing"? he says. "I'm getting thirsty". I knew what he meant so I told him to grab another broom so we could get done quicker. I can't repeat what he told me but he did say "I got an idea". I knew this could go 2 ways,so I kept on sweeping until I heard him fire up the forklift. He scoops up a pallet and heads my direction and tells me to hop on the pallet. "I'll drive and you hold the broom and we'll have this done in no time" he says. Well after about 10 minutes of doing laps,that warehouse was so dusty,you couldn't see out the doors. Harry musta heard that forklift funding at full speed for that whole time. We couldn't see him but we did hear "What the f**k are you guys doing"?.."Get the hell outta here" he says. Well,I did have to finish the warehouse the next day,and Bob was told to stay out of the warehouse for a couple weeks,but we did quench our thirst that night and laughed about the whole time. I'll miss you Old Friend!!

Addie and family,

Sending strength, hugs, and love to you all at this very difficult time. Thinking of you.

Tom, Stephanie, and Ashley Kuennen

Bob, I have so many memories with you, from having a heart to heart to singing garage karaoke. You inspire me to have fun with the life you have, don’t hold grudges, and take care of others. The love you have for your kids and grandkids is something unmatchable. You will be deeply missed. I promise to be a shoulder to cry on, open arms for hugs, and a listening ear for your kids and grandkids for forever. Love you, rest in peace.

Rick and all the Speers family sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. God Bless you all.

So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He will always make me smile when I think of him. To his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Karen Peterson