Robert Landman
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

"Oh Bob, what a pure joy you were and a pure heart. Blessings on your wife and children as they learn to live without your physical presence for a little while. Heaven is a brighter place with you shining there."

"Dear Jody and family, and to the Good Earth Family,I miss "Sugar Bob" already. He was a fixture in my life,and someone who always made my day brighter whenever we saw each other. I am sending a virtual hug to you, Bob, and all at the Good Earth. "

"Bob Landman was a force of nature. He was an honest, lively and special man. I will always cherish my visits to Good Earth where you could get a free concert provided by Bob - his great voice and great sense of humor.!! His contributions to the Health Food industry, his family, friends and customers are well known among the his admirers. Bob was a favorite of mine and I will miss him greatly. I hope there's basketball in heaven - Bob will be a starter! My condolences to family and all who loved the wonderful Bob Landman."

"My Thoughts and prayers are with the Landman family. Suger Bob will be greatly missed. My first meeting's with Bob where as a kid, going with my father to play basketball on Sundays. Bob was a passionate player and always smiling and having fun. Growing up in Broad Ripple and seeing Bob in and around the store will be missed. He had a broad smile and a wonderfull heart. "

"Thanks Bob for all you gave to our community, you will be missed...Prays and Condolences Van and Dan "

"Bob was the best! I feel lucky to have had him as a friend. Rest in peace, Pal."

"Over many years, I've made hundreds and hundreds of trips to Good Earth. It was easy to feel a sense of kindredship with Bob. He was honest, candid, sincere, and caring. He treated others (customers and employees in my experience) the way he wanted to be treated. I especially identified with his spontaneous singing from the large jukebox of classics he carried in his head. And now, I see him smiling and dancing offstage to his own rendition of "My Blue Heaven.""

"Dr. Landman,I am so sorry for the loss of your father. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. I will be thinking of you and your family.God Bless,Michelle Trobridge, ICU"

"Altho many years from SJA we would occasionally run into Bob @ Good Earth. His many accomplishmentsare to be admired. His time for 'old friends' ...to be cherished. "

"My thoughts are with Bob's family and everyone at Good Earth. I will miss Bob's smile and sense of humor. Bob was a good neighbor and friend. I always admired his devotion to his family, employees, and business. I know he is singing in heaven."

"Sugar Bob will remain a local icon and always rest in our hearts. Having known Bob as a friend and business acquintance I know man of such character are few are far apart. Rest in Peace Brother"

"First and foremost I send my deepest condolences to Jody, Louie, Molly, Joe and Mike. The positive enrichment to my life from knowing Bob and the Landman family cannot be overstated. Second, to all those at the Good Earth, you"

"To Jody and Family - You are in my thoughts and prayers. My friendship with Bob goes back to college days and continued through the friendship of our children and shopping at Good Earth. I will always remember the twinkle in his eye and the joyful grin on his face. Thanks to all those who reminded me he will always be Sugar Bob; he will be missed."

"My thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family and friends. The World has lost one of the radiant ones. I don't think I'll ever remember him without a smile on his face and his pant leg cuffed up ... then come a few flashbacks of some Encounters of the Nun Kind. They would be proud of him now. A lot of smile and PMA has left us. - Tom Sherer SJA '60, CHS '64"

"I will sure miss you, we go back before jody & kids. We would without talking or seeing each other, but we were together it was always like old times. I know you wilbe missed grately. So long Bob, Surgar Bob, and Earth Man. Love, Larry"

"I will miss his huge smile,funny songs heard through out the store,buying my Birks or Earth shoes without checking out his painted earths from the 70's,seeing him on a Sat. afternoon picking weeds around the place,joking with him on how young he looked(he never would tell me), his pristine white socks with his Birks,etc.etc. I could go on and on. He wasn't a personal friend but he was my Good Earth friend for 15 years. As I was leaving Good Earth this past Sunday,heart-broken to say the least, I think I could hear him singing "The Show Must Go On" long and drawn out in his fabulous voice. I must say that I smiled.Blessings of peace,Kim Crump"

"I was deeply saddened to read about Bob this morning. We go back many years of doing business together and playing basketball at Cathedral. "64" vs "75". My fondest memory of Bob was when he came down to Cash & Carry Paper to pick something up yearsago,wearing his yellow tinted glasses and earth shoes. We were very busy and he sat in the corner reciting Bob Dylan lyrics. Something about a dozen telephones that don't ring. My heart goes out to his family. He will be missed greatly."

"Molly, Louie & family: I was very saddened to hear about your father passing. But, I am sure you all will have many happy memories to cherish as you remember his well-lived life. Beth has good memories of stopping by the Good Earth whenever she was in town, too. My heart goes out to you all."

"I will dearly miss Bobby, from a Fisher Fart wannabe and devoted fan of the Good Earth. Whenever I would chat with him in the store, I would marvel at his "being present". His constant good humor always lifted me, as I'm sure it did to many others."

""The customer is always right" Bob would remind me again and again and again until it was imprinted on my brain. I learned much during my years at The Good Earth.... mostly about how to get along with others and how to keep a smile on my face. I still laugh about the "Changing people by changing their hearts" poster where Bob routinely changed "hearts" to "parts". Jody, Louie, Molly, Joe and Mike, know that I hold you close in thought and prayer. "

"I can't remeber a time when I didn't know Bob. He made me laugh when we were 6, he made me laugh when we were 16 and made me laugh when we were 60. What an intellect! You WILL be missed."

"My thoughts and prayers go out to the Landman and Good Earth family. I'll always remember Bob as an upbeat gentleman who had a warm smile and caring word and a song in his heart. You'll be missed "Dr. Birkenstein"!"

"I guarded Bob for about 15 years in basketball and still can't figure out that jump shot of his. It just shouldn't have gone in as much as it did, you can ask anyone, really, really! I can still remember him grinning at me when I accused him of hitting due to luck. . .I don't know if he was agreeing or smacking me down? In either case, you get to know someone when your playing with/against each other every week, sometimes twice a week. Now what I remember most is that grin. .. . . I know now it was really a smile!!"

"Having lost my father a year ago I understand the heartbreak and loss of Mr. Landman. Peace and comfort to his family. I will miss my visits to Dr. Birkenstein who kept my feet and my families feet feeling good for many years. He brought a smile. Thank you Bob."

"My prayers go out to Bob's family. He was always a joy to be around. I loved his "one-liner" songs. I feel blessed to have been in his presence. The world needs more people with his spirit! I plan on seeing him someday in Heaven."

"Below is an e-mail that I sent to the Board of Directors for both Earth Day Indiana, Inc. and the Indiana Recycling Coalition today. Dear Folks & Friends: It is with a sad heart that I inform you of the passing of Bob Landman. Bob was the owner of the Good Earth Natural Foods Store in Broad Ripple. During my tenure as executive director of Earth Day Indiana, Inc. and beyond, Bob was kind enough to donate natural flavored sodas for all of the volunteers and musicians to drink the day of the festival. He did so without fanfare or need for self promotion. It was always a pleasure for me to go to the store and talk to Bob when he had the time, which was rare, because he was always so busy and full of life. He always had a smile on his face and the picture in today's newspaper is how I will akways remember him. Now he is no longer with us but his understated kindness and commitment to the environment I will never for get. For those of you who knew Bob I would direct to today's Obituary Section of The Indianapolis Star or to www.leppermortury.com where you can share a personal memory of Bob with the family.Jeff"

"Twenty years ago I asked Bob for help with a business I was working on. He gave me that help graciously and over lunch said, "there's always more room on the gravy train." Six years ago I asked his advice on a different business matter, one which was of great importance to me. He could have dismissed it with an offhand remark but he gave me his best insight and a truly thoughtful answer which time has proven to be absolutely accurate. And of course, the hundred or so times in Good Earth that we made each other laugh our heads off . He brought me his copy of "The Loved One" to watch. A movie he claimed was his favorite of all time (later revised to "one of his favorites".) Who's to argue with Jonathon Winters in a duel role? On Monday I learned of Bob's passing and I wept uncontrollably for my loss. I'm certain many others felt the same. "

"I'm still in shock and very saddened. The happy part is Bob is in a wonderful place. Thanks Bob for all you were and everything you did in your awe-inspiring life!"

"The best part of Sundays growing up was shopping at the Good Earth after church with my folks and saying hello to our neighbor, SugarBob. I am heartbroken to hear of his passing and send my deepest sympathies to the Landmans."

"to the family at good earth, we love bob in life and now in his new freedom. he will be with us forever in our hearts and minds. we would all do well to serve the world as bob did. jamaste' s. j. blandina"

"Some of my fondest memories are of playing basketball with Sugar Bob on Tuesday nights at the Orchard School gym, which is where I first met him in the `70's. All of the "regulars" were basketball junkies, but none more than Sugar. He was there virtually every Tuesday night (and Thursday and Saturday and God only knows how many other days of the week he played) with a big grin on his face no matter what else might have been going on in his life or how bad his knees might have been hurting. It was a great group of guys over the years. Everyone got along with each other well considering the pounding we often gave to each other on the court, but Bob, due to his unique perspective on and joy and enthusiasm for basketball and life in general, made everyone else appreciate how much fun it was just to be out there running up and down the court, sweating on each other, and having a good time with the guys, no matter whether you were on the winning team that game or not.I now feel even more fortunate that I saw Bob and Jody in October, after not having seen or talked to him in quite some time, and had the opportunity to talk with him and share some of our memories of our basketball playing days at Orchard. Bob looked as fit and trim and was full of enthusiasm for life as ever, which makes it all the harder to fathom that he's gone. I feel fortunate to have known Bob, if only in one small part of his life. I offer my deepest sympathy to Jody, the children, and the rest of Bob's family on their loss of a truly good man."

"Molly,I am truly sorry for the loss of your father. I am sure his spirit will continue to live on through all of his good works. "

"Bob was a loyal friend and supporter of all things good and natural. Indianapolis has lost a great man. Bob will be sincerely missed!"

"I am so, so blessed to have gotten to know Bob over the last eight months. I wish so much it could have been longer. Even so, in just a short time I know that I am a better person and employee for knowing him. Bob had a legendary work ethic that remains a shining example for all of us. He worked hard for everyone, but really he worked hard for himself. He had so much integrity. He reminded me of my own dear grandfather who owned Walt's Supermarket in Indianapolis from the 50's to the late 70's. My grandfather was a staunch conservative, however . . . I guess that's where the similarity ends. :)And of course I will miss Bob being so unbelievably cheerful in the mornings (and most of the time, really). I wondered what would make someone so happy like that at 9AM and then it occured to me. I thought about Bob's wonderful family, his thriving business, and all of us here who adored him at the Good Earth. "

"My deepest sympathy to Bob's family. I am so deeply sad to hear of Bob's passing, and find it hard to believe.Today I keep thinking about coming into Good Earth and seeing Bob bounding down the stairs, order sheets in hand, funny smile on his face. Or seeing him hunched over the order books surrounded by Earth shoes. Or adding up the cost of my order out loud, not using the register (how could he always be right?) Or singing some little tune. In this world that has become impersonal and disconnected too much of the time, Bob "saw" people. He knew so many who came into his store, talked with everyone, made you feel noticed and responded to and "seen". What a gift. All of these everyday things he did provided my life with predictability and comfort. In his own unique way, Bob added a lot of my life. I surely do miss him. "

"Oh, I cannot believe that Sugar Bob is gone! My deepest condolences to Jody and family-- I am so sorry for this sudden loss.Bob was a huge part of my life-- from the FF parties I remember as a child to being my first 'real' boss at the Good Earth. Bob was a big support to me during some of the toughest times of my life, and never hesitated to help me through any difficulty. He always had a goofy smile, a song, and possibly some German commentary to brighten everyone's day. He could be a human cash register when the power went out, and he never had a negative word for anyone. He was a big role model for me, and a beloved part of my memories of growing up in Broad Ripple. He will be sorely missed!"

"I will never forget the time that Molly, Louie, and me were going to go to Hawaii at Christmastime of my senior year. When we were saying goodbye to Jody and Sugar Bob, I shook his hand and after pulling my hand away, I realized that he slipped me $100 bill to spend on our trip! He told me not to tell anybody about it, so until now, I never said a word about it. That goes to show what a generous heart he had. I am so very sad that your family has to go through this painful time. "

"Jodi,Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sugar Bob was a gentle and genuine man. We feel honored to have known him. Please give our thoughts to Mike too. "

"my deepest sympathy to bob's wife, children, and family. the good, they die young... bob: rest in peace, in the Good Earth, my fellow CHS classmate!-csaba kohalmi"

"Bob was an unforgettable human being who gracefully combined caring about his work, his family and his customers. His obvious competence in no way interfered with his kindness and the time he gave to all who came to visit the GOOD Earth, I always felt welcomed with a smile, with a thorough answer to a question, and sometimes with a chat. I will miss him and extend my condolences to his family."

"Having played hoops with the Freudian Slips group for just the last few years, I did not know Bob all that well but I share the sentiments of others in the group who loved him. I wish his family peace in dealing with his loss. He left us too soon. God bless."

"As a long time customer of Good Earth, I felt a part of a very special family. I will miss Bob very much. He made the world a better place."

"Chats with Sugar Bob and Jody at Walther functions are some of my favorite memories of my time at WCI. My heart is broken for Jody and the kids."

"I am "just a customer" at Good Earth, but I've spoken to Bob many times and he was always so nice, friendly and helpful. I think my late husband (Paul Seller) was friends with him many years ago and I know he would also express his condolences if he could. Peace to all."

"I enjoyed my maple syrup selling trips to Indianapolis and very much of this enjoyment came from meeting and dealing with Bob and the staff at Good Earth. Bob was a great person to do business with and always took time to chat and make you feel at home. My condolences to his family and the crew at Good Earth, you will be missed."

"I was so startled to see the headline on B3 of the Star, Dec.11th, "Good Earth's owner mourned". I visited the store only about a week ago and remembered as always, Bob saying "Hi Carl" as he greeted me as I walked throught the store and we had a friendly short ,conversation. I have shopped there since 1982 and it was always my favorite Natural foods store in the city and found a friendliness never found in other stores with all the warm, friendly workers there for many years. He ran a great store that carries bulk herbs and other items not found in any other store.From bio above, I learned many things I wished I had known about Bob, his wonderful family and his other accomplishments. Bob's early passing is a reminder to us all to say kind words to one as he did. He will be sorely missed."

"I am so sorry for your and our loss. I have been a shopper for many years. Bob used to let me bring my dog Lacey into the store with me. I give out cards and recommend The Good Earth all the time and will continue to do so. "

"Bob, you will be greatly missed. Even though our times together were only when I was in Good Earth, you always would bring a smile to my face with your comments and up beat attitude. I always looked forward to seeing you.My thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family and his Good Earth family. We've all lost a special man."

"I have been going into Good Earth for 27 years and on most days saw Bob Landman. Lots of times he was belting out a song that always brought a smile to my face. He was so full of joy that I would always leave there feeling happy. This past summer I was telling the two Bobs that I had fallen in love with Bob Dylan for the first time and Bob Landman said he loved "Blonde on Blonde" so when I get it I will only think of Bob Landman now. I miss him already."

"Bob Landman thought the world was funny, and the world most certainly thought Bob was funny. On every occasion I saw Bob, whether it had been months or years since I had seen him last, I was instantly transported back to when we were eight years old. As kids, we went to whatever extremes necessary to crack each other up. Bob was always the clear winner in the effort, though he always made me feel as if he thought it was an even trade. As adults, or at least in our pretension to be adults, we replayed those memories over and over every time we chanced to meet, and rediscovered each time that it was all still just as funny as we originally thought.With his passing, the world is decidedly less funny, and the path back to eight has grown more difficult to find. May God bless his family and keep him until we meet again."

"As a frequent guest to Good Earth (about once a week for the last year and a half) I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was always so friendly and helpful and loved my 4 year old son, Harrison. The feeling was mutual; Harrison would often greet him with "Hi Bob" when he'd see him in the store and they would often have cute conversations. He will be missed. While I didn't know Bob well, I knew him enough to see that he absolutely adored his family, especially his grandchildren. To the Landman family, I am so truly sorry for your loss. I am praying for each of you. "

"Oh Jody and 'kids'! God bless you tremendously. I am so very very sorry to hear we lost Bob! My mother, brothers and I have been shopping at Good Earth since it opened. We spent 16 years raising our kids in California, and both of them loved visiting your Bob each time we came back. Bob knew and cared about everyone! He would often tell me to hug Mom for him, once she stopped being able to come in herself. We lost my brother to cancer in August and Bob was so kind to us about that...and here I am writing to you now. I am so sorry!Smile often, in between tears, for you have much to be thankful for, having had many years with a truly wonderful man. Bob was joyous and joy-filled and would want you all to be the same. I'll sing a song for him next time I'm at Good Earth.Merry Christmastime,JudiJudi"

"Growing up as a friend of Louie Landman had many privileges, one of which was his devoted father Sugar Bob. I have many fond childhood memories involving activities planned and organized by Bob. He could single handedly escort and supervise what seemed like dozens of us to extravagant birthday parties with go-carts and movie showings. The hours he must have spent building the most amazing snow fort I have seen to this day for all of us to play in and ultimately destroy. Bob will certainly be missed and definietly not forgotten. Thanks for all the great memories. "

"Much courage to you, dear family, as you celebrate Bob's life and mourn his all-too-early departure.May you be regaled with more and more stories about his generosity, his kind spirit, his goofy sense of humor, and his seemingly endless contributions to our community.My husband (who runs a catering company) would often dash to Good Earth to make an eleventh-hour run for ten pounds of couscous or lentils or some other obscure ingredient. Bob always, always unlocked the door.That's a pretty great legacy in and of itself.The prayers of many neighbors are with you . . . -stasia demos mills"

" Always a smile and laugh and opinion on life/politics in the world and the Ripple... Courageous, sincere in business-- THANK YOU BOB!!!"

"Bob was an angel temporarily sent to us to provide guidance on how to live a good life. He taught us the importance of living life to its fullest, finding joy in the little things, listening, truly listening to everyone no matter how short the interaction, changing a person's day or life by giving them what they needed, sometimes just a smile, a joke, a shoulder to lean on, other times advise or even a loan.Bob was lent to us to learn what a good life can be - it is up to us to carry on his teachings."

"Sugar Bob taught me many things. He taught me that living a good life was about good friends, good family, and good food. His smile and patience always inspired me to be more. My heart goes out to his family and thanks go to Sugar Bob for making Broad Ripple a better place. See ya in heaven, old buddy. "

"Louis,I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers."

"Sugar Bob was such a kind and generous man. He truly made us feel welcome at all gatherings. I enjoyed hearing stories of his childhood and discussing NPR news with him. At the age of 2+ years old, my daughter Morgan heard her friend, Myles, call Sugar Bob by the name "Papa." Morgan thought "Papa" was his name, so she has always called him Papa, too. As soon as he would walk in, she would yell "Papa!" and run to give him a hug. He had that effect on people of all ages. We miss him."

""...Wang Lung could not cease from his thought of what his youngest son had said of Pear Blossom, and he watched the maid incessantly as she came and went, and without his knowing it, the thought of her filled his mind and he doted on her. But he said nothing to anyone. One night in the early summer of that year, at the time when the night air is thick and soft with the mists of warmth and fragrance, he sat at rest in his own court alone under a flowering cassia tree and the sweet heavy scent of the cassia flowers filled his nostrils, and he sat there, and his blood ran full and hot like the blood of a young man. Through the day he had felt his blood so and he had been half of a mind to walk out on his land and feel the good earth under his feet and take off his shoes and his stockings and feel it on his skin. This he would have done but he was ashamed lest men see him, who was no longer held a farmer within the gates of the town, but a landowner"__________Please order Wang Lung some Earth Shoes !!"

"Good Earth and even Broad Ripple will not be the same without Bob. He was a shining light, quick to give a warm smile and offer gentle words. I am saddened by his passing but the love that he so generously showered on everyone and everything will not diminish. It will continue to spread out and grow stronger."

""Papa, when I get to heaven I'm going to give you a kiss.""

"I have countless great memories growing up across the street from the Landmans'...SugarBob was such a fantastic person and he will be missed by many. I was fortunate enough to spend some quality time with him and Jody just a couple of months ago. We are thinking of you, Jody, Mike, Joey, Louie, and Molly. God Bless you all and here's to a great man--"

"The peacemaker - my view of Bob- loving husband, great father and grandpa - though short, he had a full life!"

"My deepest sympathy goes out to an amazing family who has lost an amazing man. Growing up with my good friend Mike and his family has given me countless cherished memories that have no doubt influenced who I am today. To me, Sugar Bob was an icon of happiness, humor, and freedom. His store truly made Broad Ripple feel like home for me. The highlight of many summer days as a youngster was riding bikes to the store with Mike and picking out a drink or snack that I had never had, and never seen in any other store. All of the colors, and what seemed like an endless variety of stuff was very exciting to me. His employees always greeted Mike with a smile, and then they just let us roam and do our kid thing. It was a unique atmosphere. My favorite memory of Sugar Bob I remember like it was yesterday. He had escorted a group of us to a soccer game in the van, and we stopped at Frisch's Big Boy on the way home. As we were walking past the large statue of the Big Boy, he said with a lisp "Lets see how big this boy really is!" Four 11 year old kids were on the ground rolling. It was a level of humor that had never before been brought to me by a parent/adult. Hilarious. Thank you for that Bob. And thank you for the wonderful family that you created, it has been an honor to be a part of the Landman legacy."

"This registry has helped me with the grief.thank goodness...a friend called and told me...bad news travels fast.bob gave me a job in 1980 when i had returned home to indy from living in a commune in ca.he had been a customer of mine buying airbrushed t-shirts and buttons.he "

"We had our annual family Christmas party yesterday at Aunt Kathie and Uncle Jim's (12/14), our first family event without our Uncle Sugar Bob. Everyone was there. Jody, Louie, Molly & Rudy and the boys, Joe & Mike, Denny & Susan (as you called her), your 10 nieces and nephews, and 18 of the 22 great nieces and nephews. We watched the funny old videos of our childhood and there you are, entertaining us all. The kids were saying, "play it again", and who could refuse? We rewound the tape a few times. You were always making our family gatherings so much fun. We loved hearing about your latest antics, your impersonations, and being so entertained by you in the Trivial Pursuit Challenges and at our annual "Landman Olympics". You left us always wanting to hear more. We are so lucky and blessed to have had you in our lives. You are so greatly missed. Love to you, always..."

"What will I remember the most? -Sugar Bob and the family coming to see my cheesy high school musicals that I always participated in. -The singing-Learning at least one random fact every time I saw Sugar Bob-Failing to understand how to understand second cousins twice removed and how it was so easy for Sugar BobI will remember to sing a little bit every day and spread a little sunshine as much as I can in Sugar Bob's memory. Many *hugs* to my aunt and my cousins. "

"To a fellow "kindred spirit". I discovered The Good Earth in the 90's - (always a day late & a $ short), but I treasure my memories of perusing the Herb Room and sometimes getting my various herbs & oils from Himself. I wish I would have seen you on my last trip there before your untimely demise. Your spirit and presence will live on!Peace & Love,Melanie"

"I'm still having a hard time believing Bob is gone...the night I heard the news I couldn't sleep at all, going from shock to grief and back again...Bob was truly one of my favorite people in this world, even though I was just another 'regular' customer (for about 20 years!) But Bob just had this natural way of making everyone he talked to feel like a friend...he was so easy to chat with (especially enjoyed the bit of political banter and old Cathedral H.S. stories 'bout the good 'ol days downtown!) and even when it was busy in the store he'd take a moment to say 'Hi' and flash that great smile. I can honestly say I ALWAYS felt better about life when I visited the store, no matter what crazy stuff was going on in the 'real' world! I will miss him so much...in warmer months I often saw him on the Monon walking to or from the Good Earth and home, and he'd give the same hearty wave and generous smile, and would even stop to chat a moment if you wanted to! I like the comment that another F.O.B. (Friend of Bob ;) left about taking time to sing a little and brighten someone else's day...that's the best way I can think of to honor such a wonderful man! 'I will remember to sing a little bit every day and spread a little sunshine as much as I can in Sugar Bob's memory.' PS- I first noticed a sign over the doorway near the cash register a few years ago (who know's how long it had been there before I saw it?) and from then on I took a minute to read it and smile before I left the store...it says, 'STAY CALM, BE BRAVE & WAIT FOR THE SIGNS' and that's the best advice I can think of at a time like this!My heart and prayers go out to his entire family, and his Good Earth family too! His spirit lives on in all of us!!!"

"I would like to extend my condolences to the relatives, friends, and work crew who had the fortune to know Bob well. As a child, I was convinced that Bob was a relative of Groucho Marx, specifically from the movie "

"Dear Jody and family,My sincere sympathy to you on the loss of Bob. Everyone that knew him loved him. I am a frequent customer of the Good Earth stopping on my bike to buy his wonderful oatmeal. We had several interesting conversations over the years, mostly political! We will all miss him."

"I am very sorry for the loss Bob to both his family and the Indianapolis community. He was a sweet and smart man who will be sorely missed."

"I will forever be touched by "SUGIE" and the Landman Family. They are my family. Love hugs to all forever and always."

"I feel lucky that I had the chance to work for Bob at the Good Earth and that he became such a dear friend. Jody, Louie, Molly, Joey and Mike - he loved all of you so much and talked about you all the time . . . I loved hearing his stories about his family as well as his wild life adventures. :) He made me laugh until my sides hurt at the same time he inspired me to be a more generous and loving person. He was kind to everyone who came into the store. I will miss him dearly . . . "

"Out of all the Army signal corp companies in the world, he had to walk into mine. My heart truly aches. My deepest sympathies to you all...Bobcat"

"I have known Bob since freshman year at Cathedral and have called him friend since then. As a member of the Fisher Farts, I have been privileged to share Bob's wit, intelligence, and warmth in so many ways, at so many times. It is so wonderful to read all of the comments and to see all of the people he has touched with his life. It is not amazing, because as we all know Bob is amazing; it is just fun to see how he has touched so many but in the same way. I loved seeing all of the various admirers at the funeral. I do not know which of my cherished memories I will hold to my heart, but I appreciate the challenge as I funnel them through, over and over."

"Dearest Jody, Louis and family,The memories you hold dear of Sugar Bob continue to keep his light shining in this world now and always.see you all soonlove Jasmine and family"

"First, my condolences to the Landman Family; may you all find the strength you need to face this next journey of your lives without him. Whenever I think of Bob I have to smile. His lust for life and positive attitude was contagious; Bob had the uncanny ability that could make a person be happy. The Good Earth was my first job after high school in 1977, and Bob made going to work so much fun! I never had another boss who sang when he worked or who could add up items with the accuracy of cash register. Bob was a gift to all of us who had the chance to know him, if only for a short while. The Land-man will be missed by many and remembered by many more. "

"When I told Nolan (4) that his friend's (Myle's) grandpa had died and asked what we should do, he said, " They must be sad. We should get them presents. Legos for Myles and "Adult" Legos for Molly." He said that he was sad too because Sugar Bob always talked to him when we went to the store and who would talk to him now, he wondered. I think we all feel that way to some extent or another. Who will fill the role that Bob had for us? And the answer is that no one will. No one can. But our hearts will fill and heal themselves with the memory of however we knew him and loved him and he lives on that way, his mark forever made on each of us.. even the very little ones."

"My deepest condolences to Sugar Bob's family and Good Earth family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.I always loved when Bob introduced my daughter as 'the queen' to others in the store. He was funny. She loved it! Eventually he called me the 'queens mother' and I called him the Emperor! How funny. Many, many years ago, while he was singing, I asked if he could sing Led Zeppelin and, lo and behold, he sang Stairway to Heaven. What a great man! I'm sure he used that stairway!"

"I really knew Bob Landman only in grade school, but I always remembered him as the guy in the class with the readiest laugh and the most active sense of fun. Apparently he remembered me too: when a cousin of mine with the same last name stopped in at his store, he asked if she was related to me and then regaled her with some stories about me that I was probably lucky not to hear retold.Obviously, everyone else who knew him also enjoyed the same sense of fun that I still remember after five decades."

"To Jodi, et al:Bob was as intelligent as he was offbeat. He was an original. I remember Bob to be a "left offer". When we would run into each other we could pick up a conversation we left off a day, a week, a month or even longer right where we were. He was always gracious to my daughter Jessica, especially when we ran into him continually at the Broad Ripple MCL , a favorite hang out for both Bob and my kid! The Landman Olympics always carried his spirit of fun and camaraderie. I will never forget his quirky smile, keen wit, openness and basketball fade away. I will also not soon forget his version of the Turkey Run High School adventure or the UFO story or his legendary antics as recalled by the FFs. His spirit will live in our hearts for a very very long time!"

"Sugarbob was an amazing uncle I will always look up to. Growing up we had all of our family events from Thanksgiving to Papas birthdays at Sugarbob & Jody's house & I always remember how fun the times there were together. A very large part of this was Jody's great cooking--but another great part of this was Sugarbob's steady hand in leading both his own family & many of us who are fortunate enough to have called Sugarbob a friend & or relative. Going to Sugargbob & Jody's house has always been a fun adventure. Growing up I enjoyed heading over & checking out the Pantry & Refrigerator which were full of every type of cool Health Food one could imagine. In many ways--the greatness of the Good Earth extends directly to the home & some of my happiest memories growing up were either riding my bike over to my cousins house or down to Broad Ripple & over to the Good Earth. I remember when I was in 4th grade (before Cell phones) I was over at a friends house & I told his parents that it was time for me to call my mom who was over at Sugarbob & Jody's house. My friends parents asked me what my Uncles name was & went to the phonebook to find the number. I said, well, my Uncle is Sugarbob. They said, well are you sure that your Uncles name is Sugarbob & I said, yes-definately. I've always called him Sugarbob. They smiled & said, maybe the name is Bob or Robert & I just said no way, Sugarbob. Well we see your Uncles name here, but it's not under Sugarbob. The thing is, even in 4th grade, I always knew that Sugarbob brought home the best food & even after I knew Sugarbob's real name wasn't Sugarbob, it made perfect sense to me that a house filled with such great food & such happy & friendly & fun relaives would have the fathers name be Sugarbob.Sugarbob always greeted me & I beleive everyone with a warm smile & kind words. His positive personality combined with funny jokes & friendly manners are part of the reasons I think of him with so much respect. His good cheer lit up so many of our holiday & family events & his funny jokes remain happy memories for me to this day. No matter what the topic, Sugarbob always had something wise to say. From Notre Dame football, to the Civil War, from Current World Events & everything in between his vast knowledge & intelligent 'spin' on things impressed me from Grade school to this day. My mom always told me Sugarbob had a bit of a photographic memory & I inifinitely respect how he continually combined his intelligence with his kindness, and know that his greatness will shine bright in many of our memories forever. Thanks Sugarbob "

"Bob had a real talent for mathematics. In high school Bob excelled in math classes and cutting up and being very entertaining. Later, when I would visit Bob at his store, the Good Earth, he would be working the adding machine while chatting away and laughing with the customers. Jody said that in their many years of marriage, Bob would always handle the day to day math problems or 'couples' math. Bob would puzzle through the math chores while Jody waited patiently. Bob was really a very chivalrous, sort of a Knights-of-the-Round-Table kind of guy. He was that way with his community and his many friends. After all, he did bring home to his village the best foods and alternative medicines that the world had to offer. So, in a way, you could say that Bob did the math for everybody. To Sir SUGAR BOB of Broad Ripple village, a true Knight-of-the-Round-Table, thank you so very much. I hope they name a street in the village in your honor; maybe Sugar Bob Lane. "

"Bob will be missed by anyone lucky enough to have known him, however brief. Alice and I looked forward to chatting with Bob at the Good Earth. It became our weekend ritual. Bob was entertaining, friendly, funny and will always be in our memories."

"Sugar Bob was an uncle to marvel at. Growing up I remember colorful hats, glasses and a VW beetle. I remember the importance of the duck's house, the sweet taste of Boisenberry juice and Swiss Almond ice cream from his store which still seems like a wonderful store found in a fairytale you never want to end. He's the kind of person I want my daughter's to marry and my son loved him so much he decided he wanted to "be" him. I will remember his sharp mind, warm smile and great voice with a library of songs built into his memory. I love you Aunt Jody and cousins. Thanks for sharing Sugar Bob with us. You are the awesome family behind a wonderful person who meant so much to so many. "

"Coop> > "The night was clear and the moon was> yellow "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />> And the leaves came tumbling down> > I was standing on the corner when I heard my bulldog bark> He was barkin' at the two men who were gamblin' in> the dark> It was Stagger Lee and Billy, two men who gambled late> Stagger Lee threw seven, Billy swore that he threw> eight"> > > It was Las Vegas, 2001, and the Farts had gathered for> gambling, the NASCAR race, sightseeing and the spectacle of> Sin City. We were all staying at the Luxor, compliments of> Mr. Luedeman, him being the one given the High Roller> treatment, and the rest of us along for the ride and the> better rate on our rooms. I was the one lucky enough to be> paired up with Bob Landman. Now Bob didn't drink much> and didn't gamble at all, so I spent the better part of> the weekend in the casino with Luedy and the love affair I> was having with the slots. Bob had rented a car and taken a> group to see the Hoover Dam and various other attractions,> and I would stumble into the room at 4 am, drunk and usually> lighter in the wallet than when I left. Bob would be sound> asleep and when I would wake after a few hours of sleep, Bob> would be gone again and I would head back to the casino. The> perfect roommate! Who could ask for anything more.> The exception to this pattern was on Saturday when a group> of us took Mr. Luedeman's limo ride to the racetrack and> watched the Busch race. Because we were with the legendary> Mr. L, who had some kid hired by the casino to follow him> around and grant his every wish, we were included in the> limo ride and complimentary hats and shirts for all in> attendance. We were also treated to free seats in the casino> suite with free food and beer for the entire afternoon. > Upon returning to the hotel, we gathered at a local> restaurant for our evening meal. As was the case in almost> all of these events I have attended, the management of the> restaurant is wise enough to recognize that this group not> only deserves a private room, but also is given this> consideration in an attempt to preserve the rest of the> establishment for their "normal" customers. This> evening was no exception.> Once seated in our private room and a round of drinks> brought, Tim Micheli delivered the latest news and handed> out appropriate awards and then started calling on different> members of the group to stand and give their sometimes> misguided but well intentioned speeches. As I remember, the> West Coast faction was in particularly strong attendance,> and led by James Clark, spouted on about the many advantages> of opening that branch of the organization. I was seated> next to Tim McGarvey, who after some drunken ramblings about> patriotism and the gold standard, suddenly turned to me and> insisted on me giving a speech.> I was both flabbergasted and grossly unprepared, not to> mention about half popped. Not knowing what else to say, I> started reciting the lines that appear above, knowing full> well that when I had finished these six lines, I could> remember no more, and that I was soon to be embarrassed and> ridiculed for starting something I was not able to finish.> Then I looked across the table at Bob, and instantly saw> that not only did he fully realize my dilemma, but had every> intention of saving me from the thirty or so individuals who> were staring at me trying their best to decipher what the> hell I was babbling about.> I had only spoken my six lines. But Bob, as only Bob could,> arose from his seat and immediately started singing sounding> like he'd just pulled his bare feet from the Mississippi> mud:> > "Stagger Lee told Billy, "I can't let you go> with that> You've won all my money and my brand new Stetson> hat"> Stagger Lee started off goin' down that railroad track> He said "I can't get you Billy but don't be> here when I come back"> > Stagger Lee went home and he got his forty-four> Said "I'm goin' to the barroom just to pay> that debt I owe"> Stagger Lee went to the barroom and he stood across the> barroom door> He said "Nobody move" and he pulled his> forty-four> > Stagger Lee cried Billy, please don't take my life,> I have three little children and a very sickly wife.> Stagger Lee shot Billy, oh he shot that poor boy so bad> 'Till the bullet came through Billy and it broke the> bartender's glass."> > Unbelievable! Bob knew every word to every verse (he could> do this with hundreds of songs), and everyone at that table> was singing along, clapping their hands and all the while> smiling at me like I was some kind of genius for starting> this whole thing. > The truth of the matter was that Bob Landman was the true> genius. For not only did he sing that song word for word,> rocking "

"Hi Dearest Jody, My memories are very short and sweet. Whenever I think of Sugar Bob, I immediately think of you, Jody, and visa versa. If ever there were two people meant for each other, it's you and Sugar Bob. From the beginning, my impressions and feelings of the two of you have meant total devotion, sharing with one another and all others, unquestionable love, the goods the bads, the happy the sads - but mostly the happies. I can't think of one without the other. However, if I have any immediate picture in my mind of Sugar Bob, for some reason he is wearing a stocking cap (I'll bet you knitted it), and his hands are out in front of him (as if to give something to someone), and he has a huge smile on his face (in fact, I can't ever remember him without a smile on his face). And I'll bet that 99% of the reason for that smile on his face was because of the beautiful person you are and how wonderful and fun you made his life together with your children. Although it was much too soon, Sugar Bob joined hands with the angels above as a very happy man. You are his angel on earth, and he is your angel in heaven. As the song says..... "May the good Lord bless and keep you"...... Hugs and Smiles and PeaceLove, Marilyn "

"Trying to make sence from such a wonderful and kind person to die so suddenly is leaving my head realing! We have gone to Good Earth for years-when we lived in Broad Ripple and even now that we are in Greenwood-we still make the trip to see Bob and the gang. We look foreward to going!!Death makes me realize the true gift, life actually is. All our precious moments with those we love, how we can contribute to making this world a kinder place and truly being in the moment. Bob was one of the most "alive" people I knew; always smiling and singing. I hope your last glass of rice or soy milk was the best you ever tasted. I hope the last hugs were the warmest; and the last kisses were the most sweet!!!!We appreciate having known Bob-all our lives are so much brighter for having crossed paths."

"Continued.... Unbelievable! Bob knew every word to every verse (he could> do this with hundreds of songs), and everyone at that table> was singing along, clapping their hands and all the while> smiling at me like I was some kind of genius for starting> this whole thing. > The truth of the matter was that Bob Landman was the true> genius. For not only did he sing that song word for word,> rocking and swaying to the melody, getting everyone to join> in with the joy that was Bob Landman, his genius was that he> was there for me when I really needed him. It may not sound> like much, but it was like dozens of other times when I> needed a friend. Bob was always there when you needed him.> Bob was there when any of his friends needed him! > That's is why his wife always called him Sugar-Bob."

"I loved Bob the most of all the Farts. Except of course my brother Jon which I have to say for family harmony.I remember visiting home while trying to make it as a folk singer in NYC in 1963 and Bob was already hip to Bob Dylan - just like his natural foods business, way ahead of the curve. I was great fun seeing Bob at Katie's' wedding and I can't believe he is gone. You Farts have lost a great one."

"Thanks Coop for the idea of using song lyrics to help find the words.. like everyone I have been struggling ...many thoughts, many memories, no words. Waylan Jennings provides some help:...Everytime I go fish'nI always start to wish'nThat I could be a child againTake my 50 cents and goDown to the local picture showTo watch my heroes rope and rideMost times they'd winBut when they'd loseIt always made me cryNothing quite as sadAs watch'n your heroes dieOh I can't count the times he made me laughBut this time he made me cryNoth'n quite as sad as watch'n your heroes die.I met Bob in 1960, probably day one of freshman year at Cathedral. He changed my life...really. I wasn't done being a child when I started High School. Bob showed me it wasn't necessary to lay aside the joy and silliness and sincerity of childhood. He took me as a friend then took me for a long ride. He was my high school hero.Bob championed a different kind of cool. Bob's way was non-judgemental and nurturing. He he engaged us in childlike play, entertained us with tireless wit, led us in edgy yet polite ridicule of social conventions...all with a constant bias toward laughter. Within this light - breezy world view Bob always granted a tip of the hat to scholarship, romance and low key sports. And beneath it all was spirituality and love of people. How could he be gone...he was twice a alive as me...always present, always living the moment. Enough. Jodie...so much to say...the words about Sugar Bob will never stop. Be well girl.Fading out now with more lyrics:Though I won't be with you for a whileI'll hear your laughter, feel your smileAnd I'll remember what went downThere's one thing I promise youThere'll be another rendezvousThe next time I'm in townWith love ..Mac FF49011"

"Dear Jody and family,Was down at Good Earth today to take sock inventory and was talking with Rudy-such a fine young man. It made me feel so close to Bob to be back there in the store. I know that he is so proud of all of you and how you are keeping GE going as it provides not only a stable retail establishment in BR but a service to many, many people.I also enjoyed reading all of the posted articles and did not know that he was National Merit Scholar but I'm not surprised. The neighbors would like to bring you food and help in any other way that you would need but also do not want to be intrusive. Just let me know when some good hot soup might taste good. Sincerely, Kay (251-0404)"

"Boy, what a tribute to a great guy as I read all the memories his family and many friends have shared. As a Fisher Fart, I have so many beautiful memories and laughs with Bob from grade school, high school, my trips to Dayton while I was on break at Purdue, on through the years - 56 years of memories. As we bowled the Friday before his passing, he was a joy even though in much pain from a fall on the knees that morning. He always brought laughter to all. As it was difficult to get him away from his family and his store, he missed a lot of the Fart trips. But, he did make it to Atlanta with us in the late 80's to see my nephews and the Florida gators play in the SEC tournament at the Omni. Out for a run Sat morning, he got into the Omni and shot 3 pointers with some of the Florida players. He loved his basketball and is the only pickup player who knew all his stats after a night of BB. While in Atlanta, we visited with Coop and I never laugh so hard that day as Bob entertained all of us. He was such a joy to be with and we'll all miss him dearly. As all who loved Bob, I cannot stop thinking of him and all the lovely times we had together. My prayers go out to Jody, Molly, Louie, Joe and Mike. God bless all of you."

"Summer of 1967. Sharing a townhouse with Bob and Leo in Speedway.Use your imagination and triple it! Bob you taught us all to see the absurdity in other peoples' meanness and petty gripes. I'm not sure that I learned that very well but I'm trying. All the messages on this page shows that I wasn't the only one you touched and I'm sure you're still leading the way where ever you are. Keep them laughing and singing. Love Gramps "

"One of my favorite memories of Sugarbob was when Molly and I told him he was going to be a grandfather. I was pretty sure he was going to be happy but still a little nervous. We walked into Good Earth and told him the good news. His face broke into the biggest smile and he hugged us like we had all just won the lottery. He was so proud of Myles and Luke. I loved hearing him tell customers "this is my grandson". Every year for Myles birthday we would take the train to the fair. Sugarbob was so excited to be spending time with his family and grandson. He would tell stories the entire train ride to Myles about his own childhood. Bob had a special way of making everything fun. Bob taught me a lot about being a father and a husband. His work ethic and attitude about life were inspiring and the love he had for his family is infinite. He has been a tremendous role-model for me. Being at the Good Earth and seeing all of the people he touched has been incredible. He really cared about his community and the people in it.We are so fortunate that Myles got to know his Papa and that Sugarbob's legacy of kindness, generosity, wit and humor will live on through stories and memories shared by many. I see a little bit of him in each of his children and hope that my kids will share the same exuberance for life that he did. So here's a shot of root beer schnapps, a Sunday crossword puzzle, a Bob Dylan song, some rice milk and a pair of Birkenstocks to a great man!"

"Bob, Thanks for everything.Michael Gibbons"

"How can heartbreak suddenly turn into laughter?... Sugarbob. Thank you for imprinting my life with your brand of funny! "

"One of my favorite memories as a kid was when my dad would tuck me in. He would always tell the best stories, and i would do anything to keep him in my room for just one more. I knew how much he liked talking about his childhood, so as a last resort I would say "Wait! Tell me a story about when you were a little boy." So he would come back in, sit on my bed and say "Ok. When I was a little boy... I never got to stay up this late, GOODNIGHT!" We will be living on memories until we see you again Papa! "

"Everything went from bad to worsemoney never changed a thingdeath kept followin, trackin' us downat least I heard your blue bird singnow somebody's got to show thier hand,time is an enemyI know you're long goneI guess it must be up to me"

"People tell me I'm good with words. There are times when words fail. To express my gratitude in having Sugar Bob as a friend is one of those instances. Bob was a person whose company you cherished. When I was around Bob, I felt privileged to be in his presence. (That may sound strange to some, but to those who knew him best, it makes a great deal of sense.) Bob was someone truly special. I could talk about his place in the community, or the fact that never was there an establishment that was more associated with its proprietor than was Good Earth. I could echo the sentiments of the many posts here, or the many people with whom I've shared tears and laughter on his passing. To do so, however, would just be another feeble attempt at putting feelings into words.To Jody, Louie, Molly, Joe and Mike: Bob's attention was in demand by many people virtually all the time. You were - always - the center of his universe. Be happy in remembering him. That's what he would want.So would he want that of his wonderful extended family, the Good Earth family (it truly is a family), the Fisher Farts (I, too, was an FF wannabe), the Freudian Slips, all who knew Bob and wished they could have spent more time with him. Try not to be sad that there wasn't enough time. There never would have been. He was that special. "

"To Bob's family and the wonderful people at Good Earth: I am still devastated by the shocking news. I was finally able to go into Good Earth today for the first time since his passing; met Molly, Rudy, and Jody for the first time, and can say I felt an enormous emptiness. At the same time, I felt Bob's energy overlooking and pervading every inch of the store - I know his spirit is there watching over everything and everyone.Bob and I had many, many conversations over the last 15 yrs. or so. I was surprised one time at hearing someone somewhere in the store belting out old songs that I grew up with myself (thought I was imagining it), only to see it was Bob behind the counter singing! He was good! What a character! What a wonderful person! What a kind, thoughtful, intelligent, intriguing conversationalist full of boundless energy! I actually thought Bob would be around forever - he just seemed like he would be. Molly told me today that he thought he would be too!All I can say is that I miss him tremendously, and that I know his energy was in that store today! Namaste Bob."

"Continuity and character. Remembering the Good Earth from decades ago to now and the fact that the atmosphere of the store never changed. Bob was the reason it was always a pleasant experience to shop and enjoy the ambiance of health that emanated from within. Employees were always pleasant and helpful, never hurrying you along. Bob made sure you were treated as royal guests!! I will miss his pleasant ways, his profound joy in living life to its fullest."

"Caring Corner Robert John Landman died suddenly of a heart attack on Saturday, December 6, at home. He was 62. Bob was the owner of Good Earth Natural Foods Store in Broad Ripple for the last 35 years. In addition to all the UUI folks who shopped at Good Earth, Bob had two links to UUI: his daughter Molly is married to Rudy Nehrling (son of Tina Nehrling) and his mother, Rosanne Reuter Landman, was a cousin of the mother of Helarn Mauro, one of UUI"

"I chose to read a good bye letter I had written for my father at the funeral ceremonies eulogy segment. It was very difficult for me to do but I did feel obligated to do so. My dad's good friend Butch also participated in the eulogy expressing the impression my father left on him in this life time. I would still be in the church listening to others give their eulogy but we would probably still be there. However I am very grateful that so many friends and family members have expressed their condolences online. I have a profound appreciation for all the wonderful things they wanted to tell Sugar Bob one last time; and for the people who felt like this simply was not his time. To indirectly quote one of my Dad's friends, "how could there have been enough time?"The memory of him in this world will always live on."

" "Some people and places can become a valuable part of you without even seeming to try. Now that he's gone, I realize that Bob Landman was like that for me.""

"I keep thinking about Bob like so many of his family. friends, customers, etc. As a Fisher Fart I have a lot of memories of Bob even though I left Indy in 1969. Whenever I would visit Indianapolis, the Good Earth would be a first stop because you could always find Bob. Since it was my buddy's store, and there were a lot of healthy things to eat, I would usually start "grazing", even before seeing Bob. Later I would tell Bob all I had eaten and my opinion on such. However, I must disagree with those who lauded his adding ability. After he had totaled mine, it was always less then 10 cents!"

"Aah, the perfect brother-in-law, Sugarbob. What fun we had, spending all those years, tweaking our harmony on "LET IT BE LOWENBRAUGH"! Can't think of any but the best times when you were on the scene. So glad you gifted Jody, Louie, Molly, Joey, Mike, Myles, Luke and Rudy with so much of yourself. When I visit with them, you don't seem so far away after all! "

"Little Bro,As children of the fifties our lives revolved around the radio until the miracle of TV arrived in our house about 1953 ( you'd know the exact date-not me!) Quite a few of our heroes made the leap from one to the other and we spent hours in our sunroom watching that flickering black & white screen. Our favorites were always the cowboys...The Lone Ranger , Roy Rogers, The Cisco Kid, Gene Autry...So as Roy would sing.............. Happy Trails to you - until we meet again, Happy Trails to you - keep smilin' until then, Who cares about the clouds when we're together? Just sing a song and bring the sunny weather Happy Trails to you 'til we meet again.......... Bob, you spent your life singing and bringing the sun intomany lives....Roy would be proud..and so am I . Thanks for being my baby brother. "Till we meet again... "

"Since 1969 I had not seen Bob that frequently and did not get to hang out with him very much. It was only on rare trips back to Indy and a few of the FF reunions that he graced by his presence (I mean the "grace" part sincerely). In the last ten to fifteen years I can recall a trip to the annual canoe trip, riding with Bob, Jon, and Luede (I think I still have a pulled muscle from laughing so much), the last Las Vegas trip (a memorable ride to the Hoover Dam with Bill and Kay Micheli), and, the last time I saw him, the FF trip to Yosemite Valley in the fall of 2006. Usually our conversations were whimsical with the intent to cause laughter. We were always successful. However, at Yosemite Bob said to me how happy he was for me (My first child, a son, had recently turned one year and this was the first time I had seen the back East Farts since his birth). At the time I was a little confused with his words, as I thought that he was commenting upon my living a lifestyle that, up to that point, involved a lot of "coloring outside the lines" especially in respect to having children and the responsibilities that entails. I thought he was happy that I was "settling down". When I read all of the comments from his family, especially his children, I realize what he really meant. He was happy for me , his good friend; that I would now be able to realize and have the joy that being a father brings. Thank you for your love and "namo amituofo" my dear friend."

"Dear Jody and Family,As with so many of Bob's friends, we also have been fortunate to have known him for a long time. He was the funniest, happiest, and kindest guy we have ever met. There were many great times spent with Bob - Once in the early 60's at Lake Shafer, we were honored to have a visit from Bob and Brother Tim in our motel room. Bob entertained us all by singing the songs from Bob Dylan's "Times They Are A Changing" album. Of course Bob knew the words to most if not all of the songs. During the High School days, Bob saved Kay's social life by changing a D that she received in Geometry to a B. There were the Labor Day weekends at Dayton, The FF yearly get togethers, and most recently the Wednesday bowling and golf outings. Bobby John was a special guy and always such a joy to be with. We will all dearly miss him. Jody - Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and the Good Earth family.Bill (FF49026) and Kay Micheli"

"My heart felt condolences to Bob's family and loved ones. The last time I saw Bob was over ... let's just say a long time ago. My memories of Bob center around our high school and college days as Farts. He always had a smile on his face and a witty, if not sarcastic, remark to go along with it. I remember Bob as a mystical sort who saw life and the world as his source of puns, satire and down right silly stuff. Bob is our John Lennon and all that goes with the role. I am truly sorry that my life has been without Bob for so long. My loss all the way. Rest in peace, Bob. Maybe I'l see you in heaven driving that old Buick you drove around in many years ago."

"Bob joined our bowling league shortly after his surgery in 2006. At that time our league had only 4 bowlers and considered bowling a way to pass the time on Wednesdays until Spring and the start of a new golf season. For a couple of weeks Bob would join us at Pinheads, order a tuna salad sandwich and a piece of pecan pie and just watch the action. Bob had lost a lot of weight after his operation (as if he needed to lose any pounds) so the pie became part of his Wednesday diet. However, once he was medically cleared to join us he showed his true talent and became one of the best and most consistent bowlers in the league. In fact, Bob still holds the highest 4 game average and I hope this record will stand for all time. Now the group has doubled and we still remember Bob everytime we get together at Pinheads for our weekly Winter escape. Bob, we love you and miss you.Greg (Webbie)"

"It's very true that often you don't fully appreciate what you have until it is taken from you. That is how I feel about Bob. Quite honestly, I've been amazed at how often I now think of him and how much I miss him. I met Bob in high school and immediately recognized a kindred spirit with a slightly irreverent attitude toward authority, an intolerance at the absurdity of an overly structured existence, and a tremendous wit. Later, with brothers Micheli and Clark we worked together at the Health Department (ok, "work" probably isn't the correct verb here). Most recently we bowled and golfed in an informal "Old Farts" league. Bob was a constant source of exasperation for me on the golf course. He would still be trying to find his stocking cap or second shoe while everyone else teed off. He would play with an old cut ball and then look for it forever when he hit it into the woods. Whenever I tried to hurry Bob he would give me that giggle. Pretty soon I was laughing too. See - I was the one with an overly structured existence - and by example he would show me what was really important. Despite his outward demeanor, he always knew what really mattered. I shouldn't have been surprised - I knew how successful he was building a business and raising a family. Only after witnessing the outpouring of love surrounding Bob's passing did I stop to reflect on everything he meant to me. Only then did I realize that I never heard him say anything negative (sarcastic, yes - but not negative); that I never saw him not laughing. I've never known a more positive person. Bob, it may be too late to thank you in person for all the lessons you gave me simply by the way you lived your life. But I promise, buddy - I'll never forget them."

"This whole thing still seems like something from a dream and I can't quite put my feelings into words yet at this loss. I haven't lived in Indy for quite a while now, but have so many great memories growing up with the Landman's. I was lucky enough to have a great friend in Louis and a second set of parents in Bob and Jody. I remember as a kid when so many parents were completely uncool and you didn't want to be around them, but Bob was the complete opposite of that. He could alway's relate and throw out great story's about when he was growing up or in college. The thing that I think that Bob left with me was a joy for life and ability to spread happiness. I hope I can be as positive an influence on my family and those around me as Bob always was.With our love the SC Heitmans"

"My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Landman family. Everyone who has ever met Sugar Bob was touched by his humor, kindness and warm heart, myself included. "

"Hi Sugarbob,Abraham Lincoln's birthday came and went. These are two of his quotes I would share with you if you were still here. This one because it reminds me of you and the way you grabbed the best of life and crammed it all into a mere 62 years."And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years."And this one because I am sure you would recognize it and just as sure that you would laugh if you heard me say it ."If I were two-faced, would I be wearing this one?"Love,Emily "

"I'm 9 years Bob's junior and we grew up across the alley from one another, he on Guilford and me on Winthrop. Together with my cohort, Bradley Winthrop Smith, we would try in vain to hang with Landman and Kranzfelder on the basketball court, but they would always run us off. After awhile they figured we weren't going away so they decided to show us how to play instead. Bobby was always that way - he liked to tease you but he knew when to say when and hold out a welcoming hand. Like about 10,000 other Hoosiers, I will miss him big time - I can't imagine what it's going to be like to come back home and find him no longer there. If there's any consolation, it's that I can't imagine anybody living a more self-actualized life than Bob did."

""Oh, the liquor leaked down on the ballroom floor as Clancy's closed for the night and the little gray mouse from the hole in the wall came out in the pale moon lighthe lapped up the liquor from the old bar floor while on his haunches he satand all night long you could hear his song, "Bring on that putty tat!""

"Sugarbob and Jody, Thank you for one of the best days in my life from long ago that started out being the most miserable. Nothing had gone right for me all day. The coup de grace was being stood up by my girl. You two had stopped by to say "

"Dear Jody, Bobby was my dear, sweet, baby brother, always Bobby, because Dad was Bob. I believe he grew into the man who gave so much joy to his family, friends, customers and the world in general because of your love and support. You were the reason he greeted each day with a song in his heart and on his lips, the reason he left everyone with a smile on their faces and another funny story to share. With the grace of God, you gave him a beautiful family and a reason for living. Thank you for for everything, we all love you."

"It Tears Could Build A StairwayIf tears could build a stariway,and memories a lane.I would walk right up to heaven,and bring you back again.No farewell words were spoken,no time to say good-bye.You were gone before I knew it,and only God knows why.Since you'll never be forgotten,I pledge to you today.A hollowed place within my heartis where you'll always stay.by Erin"

"Sugarbob, The thought never crossed my mind that you would not be here to share the excitement of the Sandhill Cranes making their return migration north through Indiana. I am imagining your enthusiasm as you recognize their throaty trumpeting and view their flight from above! xo, Emily "

"Jody,I just read your letter to Bob. It took this long before I felt I could read it. I am so proud to have been his friend for 45+ years. I missed the part of Bob that was a parent.. I had no idea he was such a Broad Ripple Legend, I missed that too. Now I miss Bob. I don't have any Bob anecdotes that come to mind. I have some pictures and lots of memories. One thing you mentioned in your letter to Bob was his penmenship. When Bob an I worked at the Health Department I stopped in to see him at his house on Delaware. He was sitting cross legged on the floor writting out his reports. I remember thinking it was a strange and uncomfortable way to work but his printing was perfect. Thanks for being Bob."

"Dear Bob,Your body has left us but your spirit is still with us. I remember Lenen, who had started working for you, asking me whether I could translate some letters for you from German into English. I was delighted and honored that you would trust an "outsider" with a personal letter (and of course you didn't know which secrets the letters might hold!) and was happy to do it.It took a few more years before I met you in person and, later, your family. What a rich experience that was! but what impressed and delighted me most was how you and Jody were able to transcend the mundane of everyday's life and change it into a perpetual adventure. Thank you both, Bob and Jody, for that gift. Uschi Nicola"

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

"Sugarbob,I love you still, I always will, Jody"

"Hello Sugarbob,Oh, the selection of Good Earth hats and shirts!!! We love you.The Webb Family"

"June 6, 2009. Well, today is D-Day and 6 months since you left. I keep thinking you will drop in on Myles's graduation party and the other get-togethers. Molly and Rudy's deck is AWESOME!!! Thank you for being there so many years for Jody and all of us. The one question I have is: Why, with your outstanding singing ability, were you the security guard for the Beatles at the State Fair and not THE OPENING ACT???? Also, I know if you had been around that the new space station would be named COLBERT!!!! Love always, Maryaunt. "

"P.S. THE GOOD EARTH LIVES!!!!"

"Dear Sugarbob,You were my husband, my best friend, my hero and the love of my life. Since December sixth my eyes are flooded with tears and my head is filled with dreams of you. Your life was taken away so suddenly and unexpectedly. Now it is hard to accept the heartbreaking reality that you no longer wake up beside me.You came into my life thirty-seven years ago and changed it for the better. It did not take long for me to recognize you as the Prince Charming of my childhood dreams. How could I have ever imagined such a wonderful life would be mine?There is truth in Billie Holliday's song, "Back In Your Own Backyard." "You'll find your happiness lies right under your eyes back in your own backyard." We lived a few blocks from one another and we both went to St. Joan Of Arc Grade School. You were a year ahead of me, in my sister Mary Ann's class. Our high schools were across the street from each other. "You can go to the East, go to the West. Someday you'll come ... back where you started from... You'll find your happiness lies right under your eyes.."Our paths did not cross again until 1972 when we were reintroduced, while walking barefoot, from our respective apartments on Pennsylvania Street. I fell in love with you many more times since that day. Do you know I don't ever remember calling you Bob? You were always Sugarbob to me; the sweetest, happiest person I had ever met. When I realized that I wanted to spend the rest of my life with you, I wanted the rest of my life to start as soon as possible, and it did. Your unconventional, charming ways were apparent on that spring day as you sang, "Goin' to the chapel and we're gonna get married...gee, I really love you..goin' to the chapel of love..." We were on our way to discover the world together. It was to be the most colorful ride of our lives and I knew there was no one else who could have ever taken your place.Your opening line in our marriage vows was, "Two barefoot Pennsylvania Street kids..." You came back into my life when I needed you the most and gave me the love that fairy tales are made of. My life was filled with four bright and beautiful children, Louie, Molly, Joe, Mike . . . and you. I came to you with questions because I knew you had the answers, including the answer to all my math problems. The answer was always the same, 253-3709, your phone number at The Good Earth. I was going to live happily ever after and there was an added bonus - all of my math problems, solved.When Molly was four years old one of her future plans included marrying her five year old boy friend someday. When I asked her why this particular boy, without hesitation she quipped, "Well Mommy, he's a good man, he cracks funny jokes and he's not toooo stupid."Sugarbob, you are a good man, you crack funny jokes, and you're not toooo stupid. Those were the top three reasons I married you. Later, I must admit that I added beautiful penmanship and excellent mathematician to my list.I came to you in tears one day because we didn't have a "song". Your quick-witted reply was, "Sure we do" and immediately started singing the theme song from the Beverly Hillbillies. We live in Meridian Hills so naturally, you dubbed us "The Meridian Hillbillies". And that is how I could go from uncontrollable crying to uproarious laughter with you.You always lifted me to my feet when I had trouble remembering how to stand. You made me laugh right out loud when I did not think it was possible. Your sense of humor caught me off guard which made me laugh harder than ever. I can think of something you said and laugh right out loud in the grocery store, church, the laundry room. You were just plain old laugh-out-loud funny.Do you know what else I love about you? You didn't notice my hair-dyeing-gone-wrong shade of murky green. You didn't notice when I moved the piano to the other side of the room and you were oblivious to the narrow-mindedness and pettiness of others. You finished what you started; no quitting, no complaining, never getting bogged down by the small stuff. Your mornings began with smiles and you rarely left the house without giving a serenade, no matter how many neighbors were within earshot. In fact, the bigger the audience, the louder you sang. Perhaps a trip to the dentist or a perforated ulcer would slow you down, but not for long. There was a seemingly bottomless supply of tunes and lyrics stored in your head just waiting to come out - and believe me, they did...anywhere, anytime.Years ago, Mike asked me, "Is there a song about everything?" I answered, "Yes, there is. Sugarbob knows all the words and sooner or later he will sing them to you."You were born on a Thanksgiving Day, which must have been a sign that someone very special had arrived and something good was about to happen. It was going to take someone very special to touch the lives of so many and make a change. The movie, "It's A Wonderful Life" was your fa"

"The movie, "It's A Wonderful Life" was your favorite movie for the last couple of decades. 1946 was the year it was produced and it was also the year you were born. There are a few similarities between your life and Jimmy Stewart's character, George Bailey. George Bailey had four children, a loving wife, owned his own business and gave of himself to the people of Bedford Falls. You had four children, a loving wife, owned your own business and gave of yourself to the people of Indy and Broad Ripple Village. You both touched many lives, changed them for the better and positively influenced an entire community.The difference is that George's guardian angel, Clarence, showed up when George was a grown man in trouble. Your guardian angel was sent to you the day you were born and whispered secrets in your ear which you never forgot. You knew that it was a wonderful life all along. What other explanation could there be for your perpetual happiness and good humor?There are a few leaders in the world, but few were as fun to follow. You handled life's issues with humor and poise, never straying from an old-fashioned moral code. You were armed with your broad-minded approach to life and a clear view of the big picture. You realized what needed to be done to make a change and little by little you did it. You never gave up on the Good Earth and today it is a respected and thriving business in Broad Ripple.The Indianapolis Star wrote an article describing you as "Tall, dark and handsome in an energetic, unglamorous way." Your way was definitely different. It was intelligent, optimistic, generous, quick-witted, enthusiastic, carefree, unconventional, charismatic, mischievous, charming, loyal, loving and kind. Colorful is certainly another word to describe you, especially considering your flare for fashion, right down to Mike's bright orange, Hawaiian, hand-me-up shirt that you occasionally wore to bowling. Then there was the unusually wet and chilly golf day when, in a rush, you wore my powder blue rain hat and Molly's red high school soccer jacket. The golfers had more than their usual share of laughter that day.Your philosophy of "waste not, want not" is another one of your admirable qualities that played out so naturally on a hot summer day. While on a four mile run, you came across a set of discarded golf clubs, slung them over your shoulder and casually ran the rest of the way home with them on your back.You had the exuberant spirit of a child and looked forward to finding something good or funny in a brand-new day. Through your eyes, life must have looked like an elaborate game manufactured by Parker Brothers. There is a story of five year old twin boys that has always reminded me of you. One was a total pessimist, the other a total optimist.The pessimist was taken to a room piled to the ceiling with brand-new toys. But instead of yelping with delight, the little boy burst into tears. When he was asked, "don't you like the toys?" "Yes," the little boy cried, "but they will just break."The optimist was taken to a room piled to the ceiling with horse manure. But instead of being disgusted, he yelped with delight and climbed to the top of the pile, dropped to his knees, and began gleefully digging out scoop after scoop with his bare hands. When asked "what are you doing?" The little boy replied, beaming, "there must be a horse in here somewhere!"Friday night I babysat for Luke and his diaper was still in the trash closet Saturday morning. You opened the door and eagerly asked, "Is Luke here?" - Sugarbob, the eternal optimist.You were a walking encyclopedia of facts, able and willing to brilliantly translate dry information into interesting, animated performances for our entertainment. Your enthusiastic delivery would send us into hysterics. You were a natural born storyteller and showman which helped you win the coveted "Hammy Award", (a canned ham), with your delightful portrayal of W.C. Sternwheeler in a Mystery Cafe production.The Good Earth was a perfect stage for your singing, talent with numbers and drive to entertain. It was hard to tell if you were at work or if you were at play. It was not unusual for you to break into an impromptu song while playing basketball. It was just as likely for you to add up a grocery list in your head, sing out the total in a song and give a discount if it were incorrect. Life was your playground, no challenges too big, no challenges too small, just challenges that were part of the game.Two years ago you ventured out, on a seldom taken vacation, to Yosemite where you met your long-time FF friends. Joe accompanied you as far as Reno. He was your competent, skillful navigator and copilot on the memorable road trip. For the return trip, you were partnered with Steve Luedeman, who was not as much the skillful navigator, as he was an enterprising, entertaining tour guide of the Wild West (well worth the extra time it took to find the way "

"Two years ago you ventured out, on a seldom taken vacation, to Yosemite where you met your long-time FF friends. Joe accompanied you as far as Reno. He was your competent, skillful navigator and copilot on the memorable road trip. For the return trip, you were partnered with Steve Luedeman, who was not as much the skillful navigator, as he was an enterprising, entertaining tour guide of the Wild West (well worth the extra time it took to find the way back to Indy). The hair-raising and hilarious stories resulting from that trip are preserved in our memories just like they happened yesterday.True friends are rare treasures and you had many. You were caring and nonjudgmental. You combined a unique blend of respect, affection, trust and loyalty with laughter; the sore-stomach, eyes-tearing-up, can't-breathe kind of laughter.It was always a wonderful party whenever you came home. Why would the night of December sixth be any different? You took good care of yourself. You were athletic, fit and active. How could your strong and energetic heart stop beating so suddenly, with no warning? I felt like you slipped through my fingers that night. We had not been apart for more than two weeks in thirty-seven years. How could it be over? You had more living to do, more grandchildren, nieces and nephews to guide and so much more to give.Your heart stopped beating too soon and now I am filled with overwhelming grief. You were always there for me. I wanted to be there for you. I miss you more every day. I miss seeing that big boyish grin on your face and hearing, "Honey, I'm home".So many times during the day I want to tell you something, ask you a question or just be with you.I want to hear you burst into song, at the top of your lungs, at the drop of a hat. I want to go into fits of hilarious laughter with you.I want you to tell me what you have read in National Geographic, Scientific American, Smithsonian, Science Magazine, American Heritage, Newsweek, the newspapers...I want to hear some facts and factoids.I want you to tell me about the mysteries of the universe.Tell me about your crossword puzzle. Tell me another story.Give me some statistics. What is the weather going to be like?Give me your accurate, detailed play by play account from basketball, soccer, golf, bowling, the card game...I want to watch Myles run into your open arms and see you put kisses all over baby Luke's face again.I want to walk through the woods, walk on the Monon and go on those spontaneous bike rides with you. I want to sing in the rain with you. I want you to come home.I know what you would say to me regarding life, "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." I smile when I think about your incredible ability for finding the humor or the good in any situation. I smile when I remember your uncanny knack for finding any reason to sing. I smile when I think of all the happiness you gave to us. But the unwanted reality of it being over eventually sinks in.Everyone misses you so much and I cry until I think there could be no tears left. You have always told me that you were lucky. It may have looked from your happy-go-lucky attitude that, by mere chance, your life fell into place. Maybe the planets were aligned just right the day you were born. Maybe you had a little head start on the rest of us. But you took advantage of the gifts you were given. You could ingeniously find joy in absolutely anything, whether it were working on stacks of homework papers or going to Connor's Pub. You never took anyone or anything for granted. . .we are the lucky ones.Doug Spitzer recently e-mailed some old FF newsletters. Feb 9 1971 you wrote, "I have been having a wonderful time. You can put that on my gravestone". You never lost sight of the fact that "It's A Wonderful Life".You started off that Saturday morning like every other day; with a smile, a laugh, a song. You lived your life the way it was supposed to be lived. In return, throughout your life, you were blessed with confidence and happiness. By the time Thanksgiving and your birthday came around, you knew that baby Luke, our little miracle, would be just fine. To date, we have two healthy grandsons who, along with all future grandchildren, will be told countless stories about you, their Papa.I see a little of you in Louie, Molly, Joe, Mike, your sisters, our nieces and nephews. They can sweep away the tears with a sense of humor that will always remind me of you. Your legacy of kindness, optimism and humor will continue to live on through us from one generation to the next. Molly Noble approached me at the Christmas party with an idea for a knitting group with a catchy name, "The Sugarknits". Brian and Haley's baby boy arrived last Sunday. I think you will like his name, Theodore Landman Church, "TLC". I guarantee your grandnephew is receiving a lot of tender loving care. When he is older he will hear pl"

"I guarantee your grandnephew is receiving a lot of tender loving care. When he is older he will hear plenty of stories about his Great Uncle Sugarbob Landman.Even though yours is a hard act to follow, your leadership and positive influences left a lasting impression on your successors. Our children, our son-in-law Rudy, Bob Bennington and your loyal crew of employees have stepped up to meet the challenges facing them. The Good Earth and Earth Shoe Store are up and running, according to the standards you worked so hard to establish.Your penmanship surrounds us at home, The Good Earth and Earth Shoe Store. You would often beam with pride after finishing a hand-written sign. Your meticulously detailed handwriting was one of those little things that always brought happiness to you. It is such a memorable, personal and recognizable feature of your personality. Your conscientious, untiring, playful spirit can be seen in every stroke of each number and letter you printed.Louie is immortalizing that style in a "Sugarbob Font" for computers. "The Sugarbob Font" will be used indefinitely on price boards, labels and signs throughout The Good Earth and Earth Shoe Store.You will be remembered as one of Broad Ripple's favorite sons for your altruism, and your conduct of fair and decent business practices. One of the more prominent tributes to you was the sign on the corner of College and Broad Ripple Avenue. It read, "Robert J. Landman, 1946-2008, Sugar Bob, We are blessed to have known you."Bob Walke's wish for a street sign in Broad Ripple Village,("Sugarbob Lane") will be coming true very soon.Our children, son-in-law, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, employees and many customers are wearing Good Earth t-shirts in your honor, the Good Earth logo is appearing all over town.Songs are being sung in your memory, endless hilarious and endearing stories are being told, numerous articles are being published. Masses and prayers are being offered in your name. Donations to the Walther Cancer Foundation are still coming in. Our families, friends and neighbors are faithful to their expressions of, "if you need anything".The Leppert Mortuary Website continues to be flooded with messages.As the funeral procession drove by your old neighborhood and through Broad Ripple Village, glasses were raised toasting you, "Sugarbob, The Czar of Broad Ripple, Dr. Birkenstein".Linda took striking photos of the spectacular sunset that lit a gorgeous sky the evening of your funeral. There was a bright orange glow that split the skyline into two beautiful sections. Shades of orange, vivid yellow and soft crimson were interrupted now and then by billowing clouds. December trees, with their branches reaching up into the sky and roots planted deep in the earth, linked heaven and earth. Their contrasting black silhouettes against such a colorful background were breathtaking; a beautiful farewell tribute from your beloved Mother Earth.The amazing outpouring of love and tributes reflect the level of gratitude we feel for the difference you made in our lives.Sugarbob, you will always be my husband, my hero and my best friend, the love of my life. You left your footprint on my heart. Still, saying "Good-bye" to you is the hardest thing I have ever had to do.I am especially grateful for that Thanksgiving Day sixty-two years ago when you were sent to us with your very first vocal performance. I am thankful I shared a colorful ride with you that went in so many directions. Somewhere along the way you found me and I found happiness in being with you. Your heavenly travels have just begun. When you arrived at the Pearly Gates, singing "Knocking On Heaven's Door", I know you were immediately recognized and received as a welcomed new resident. I am imagining St. Peter greeting you with a pair of size 9 1/2 Earth Basketball Shoes, gladly escorting you to the celestial basketball court.When it is time for my travels to begin, I will listen for your singing, that I miss so much, to guide me to your side.For now, I am searching for the strength you gave me to open the next door and start digging like the optimistic twin.I will remember you always until I am beside you again,I love you still, I always will,Jody"

"Joanne, I loved seeing your sweet and sunny face yesterday at Keith's service. I am so sorry for your two most recent losses especially the loss of Bob, one of my oldest friends on the planet. We met when we were 7, my first day at SJA having transferred from IHM. Acting out as the class clown even then he slipped off his seat, desk top slamming his fingers and was sent from the room with a knot on his head as big as an egg. I was mortified!The little people roared with laughter and as I looked around I realized he was just a tiny comedian trying to make his audience laugh, which we did for decades. He was a joy to everyone he met!"

"Well, last week was Thanksgiving and your birthday. I always thought that every year you would catch up to me but it turns out you will stay 62. The Good Earth is thriving. Luke and Myles are growing. You remain with us all."

"It has taken me a long time to sign this guestbook,only because my sadness refused to let me believe he is no longer on earth. Bob gave me the best years of my life, his happy songs and giving nature will always inspire me to be my best I can be. He taught me so many valuable lessons that no one else could do. He gave me a light in my heart that will remain with me always. I knew he was in a beautiful place when I saw the most unique sunset the day he was buried. It was a sign of a spirit leaving us all a message that everything will be alright. The memories of Bob make me want to dance and sing. I feel blessed that I knew him as a friend always there to save the day for me!"

"Sugarbob, Happy Father's Day ~We love you and miss you so much. The "Sugarbob Lane" street signs in Broad Ripple are up in time for Father's Day. You will always be with us."

"Papa, you have a grandaughter*"

"We all celebrated your birthday at Molly's. You should see how fabulous their house looks!! Luke and Myles have a beautiful baby sister Kelsey Paige...your grandaughter. The Good Earth is now the same color as my house: Portabello per our color picker Jody. I have a grandson...going to see him next week. Wish you were here. Love, Maryaunt"