It is with great regret that we learn of the loss of Stellar Hardware, a great institution from the hip place to walk, shop and taste.

But from the bottom of my heart, as the past Chair of the Downtown Business Assn., I want to thank Rob, Jack and all of the staff for their dedication to the Downtown project.

Working with them during the lean years made it easier to help develop what is now the Great Downtown on the Westside.

Rob Barber, always willing to jump in, was the mainstay of the DBA.

While they will be missed, they deserve the long vacation I anticipate they will take.

And I wish them the best in their early retirement.
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