LYNN ROSEVEAR OF AUTO HAUS PASSES

[johnl]

Good day all,

Last evening about 8:15 a call came from Tammy Rosevear to advise me that Lynn had passed away about 2pm in the afternoon.  Lynn would have been only 69 this June.  Needless to say she was a basket case and was there completely alone.  For those of you who are not up to date on Lynn and his medical issues go to:  http://cal-look.no/lounge/index.php/topic,11554.0.html  Lynn's request was to be cremated and his ashes scattered on their property by the river in Washington State.  There will be no memorial service per his request, but I would encourage all who chose to forward a card or a post here.

Tammy advised me that Lynn passed in his sleep, but had been talking saying strange things all morning as if he knew this was coming.  He was in the hospital for 35 days and it was a very rough 35 days.  His request was to come home, but there were test to be taken to get released from the hospital.  He mustered up the energy to pass those test and came home I believe last Friday.

One Saturday mid day I placed a call to the Rosevears and Tammy answered and said "hang on".  The next voice I heard was Lynn's and although very weak I knew it was him.  We spoke very briefly and the very last words he said to me was "John, I love you".  I relplied that I felt the same about him.  I think we both deep down knew this would be our final conversation.

I worked for the Rosevears for 10.5 years and left the company 30 years ago this month.  For those 30 years I've received a call I think every year from Lynn around Christmas and sometimes even on Christmas day.  We started our relationship as employer - employee, but it grew far beyond that.  I was very fortunate to have such a friend and I feel lost today without him.

A call was placed by me to my long time friend and former co-worker at Auto Haus, Ed Craig.  Needless to say Ed was sad to hear of this.  Not much sleep last night, but a lot of remembering.  Lynn was a real goof ball at times, but he had a heart of gold.  Personally I owe much to him that I can never repay, but most of all I'm thankful to say he was my friend.

I'll miss you Lynn, so be at peace and go with God.

[Neil Davies]

John, that's really bad news. I've been watching the other thread and willing Lynn on to get better, and I really honestly believed that he would. In this day and age, late 60's is far too young to go.
My thoughts go out to you and Christie as I know you knew him very well, and especially to Tammy and their family.

[empicolector]

bad news
my thoughts to his family

[DKK Ted]

Very sad news, my prayers go out to his family.

Ted

[El Dub]

Another very sad news

2010 is definitely not going to be a good year.

All my condolences to Tammy, his family, and the Auto-Haus family.

[Shubee2 (DSK)]

John, that's really bad news Its a Sad Day as we have Lost Another Great Contributor to The VW  Industry, I  Worked For Lynn and Ron and the Rosevear Family in My Younger Years It Was A Great Place To Work And Lynn Was A Great Boss He Will Be Missed by all that knew him my prayers go out to his family.

[vwcab]

Again bad news,rip Lynn

[Kaferdog]

I am very sad to hear this as I was hoping to hear of a speedy recovery...My heart and blessings go out to the Rosevear Family as I know how they are feeling and remember it well...
God Bless him and rest in Peace

Randy

[johnl]

I've received a communication from Lynn's eldest son Lee.  I've taken the liberty of copying a few of the photos of his Dad and want to share them with you all.  I'm sure Lee wouldn't mind.

[johnl]

Here is a couple more shots.

[Fastbrit]

A sad day indeed. My thoughts are with Lynn's family and friends…

[streetvw]

very sad news my heart goes out to his family and friends

[javabug]

Sorry to hear the news.  I think one of the best ways for those of us left behind to "honor" the memory of our loved ones is to move forward with what they have passed to us through the years.

[johnl]

I've done some more reflecting on Lynn's passing and thought these words might explain my experiences with him better than I ever could.  I've always loved this song and now I feel the need to share it with you.  Corney, maybe, but listen to the lyrics and you might understand what life is really about.

So, with that said I dedicate this to my friend Lynn Rosevear....

<a href="http://www.youtube.com/v/yR2vGJSX0xo" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/v/yR2vGJSX0xo</a>

[edcraig]

John,

Thanks again for the call last nite.  Very sorry to hear the news about Lynn.  He was a great guy to work for.  There was never a dull moment around Auto Haus, and always enjoyable.  We can thank Lynn, and the entire Roevear family for that.

...Ed.

[speedwell]

I was hoping to hear of a speedy recovery...

same here
 i was happy yesterday reading some "good" news about him , and today it's sad to heard this
my thoughts goes to Tammy and his family

RIP Lynn

[volksnut]

RIP Lynn, prayers go out to his family

[Rennsurfer]

Very sad loss. Thank you, Lynn, for all that you did for us in the VW scene and those of us that worked for you. Rest in peace.

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Such sad news.
God bless Lynn and his family.
 

[marc1951]

Ever since Ed told me this sad news this morning, I've been thinking about Lynn Rosevear.

I've always had a lot of respect for Lynn. He influenced my life in several ways. I used to be one of those guys that would let people walk over me. If I ordered steak and I was served hamburger, I wouldn't say anything and eat the hamburger.

Lynn once told the story of when he took his VW Rabbit to the dealer for an oil change and they added Risalone to the oil.  Well, he made a stink about it and they took the additive off his bill. But that wasn't good enough and he made them drain his oil, flush out the system and put in fresh oil at no cost. Now that may not seem like a particularly startling story but maybe it was the way he told it..but it sure made an impression on me.  I'm still easy going but because of Lynn's story, I will now eat the steak I ordered.

Also, I still laugh to this day about his rants on baseball and how stupid a game it is. <grin> It was funny because it was true!

I could go on, but I'll end this by saying... Lynn Rosevear made a positive impact on many people's lives.


Marc Buehler

[DKK Ted]

I have never had the pleasure to meet Lynn Rosevear, but, from what I can see, was a very loved and respected man. I wish I would have met him, but I still respect him for all for what he's done for our VW comunity. So for this, again I send my condolences and prayers to his family, but also to all you guy's that did know and worked with Lynn. He may not be with us anymore, but will be in all our hearts.

Ted

[Fritter]

Sorry to hear about the passing of another pivotal person in our VW world. Nice to read the thoughts from those who knew him. And John, that song always gets to me when I hear it. 

[Lids]

RIP

[Mike Maize]

He sounds like an awesome person who did his job of affecting others in a positive way while he was here. I am sorry for the loss in general and your loss JohnL.

[Nico86]

RIP 

[Dave Rosique]

Very sad indeed... RIP Lynn...


John, thanks for the stories, photos... the song... very touching.

[Liou]

RIP

[Adele AW]

R.I.P

[Frenchy Dehoux]

     RIP Lynn

     I remember like it was yesterday the first time I met Lynn at the warehouse near the airport in 1971. I was making my deliveries of the second generation of Empi 8 spokes and Lynn would sign my paper work if no one was available.  Lynn was a great person to talk to and if it wasn't for Auto Haus back in the days we did not have much other place to buy good product at a good price.

    Thanks !
    Frenchy

[Ron Greiner]

I worked for Lynn for 3 1/2 years, I started at the warehouse, delivering parts to all the store's. then worked @ buena park store, costa mesa and then the orange store.
He always treated me well. He was a joy to work for.