We are very saddened to hear about the passing of Robie - he will be greatly missed. Two weeks ago Robie called me just to talk and say hi. Lori answered the phone and when he asked if Bobby Fitt lived here, in his very distinct voice, she immediately knew who it was. I am so glad he called. I have many memories of Robie while growing up. I remember fishing at Mill Stream to working at the custom mill that sat between our house and Robie's. On our last visit home, Robie gave Lori and me one of the first boards cut from the mill (French Lake Lumber back in the 1970's) that I used as frame matting. With each frame I give a detailed story of the board and how it came to be as retold by Robie. I remember one day when my dad and Robie were doing some maintenance at the mill. Dad was under the carriage having some problems using a crescent wrench to do a repair. Dad came out with bloody knuckles and threw the wrench as far as he could into the woods never to be found again. Robie asked, "did you enjoy that?" Dad said, "yes and why do you care?" Robie said, "well partner...that was my wrench!" We all had a great laugh. We have many great memories of Robie and will miss him. Bob, Lori and Meaghan.
