Honoring the life and legacy of J. Robert “Bob” Young
For more than 50 years, Bob Young built Alpine Bank on a foundation of compassion and community connection. His vision created more than a bank; it created a culture where caring
for others comes first.
As we celebrate Bob’s remarkable life, we invite you to share your thoughts, memories and stories. Whether it’s a moment of kindness, a lesson learned or simply what Bob meant to you, your words will help honor his enduring spirit and inspire future generations.
Because as Bob often reminded us: “the most valuable thing one person can give to another is caring. When you care, everything else just follows.”
Let’s keep that promise alive, together.
Share a memory
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My name is Jeff Wisch.
J Robert(Bob) and I go back to the 70s. In 1973 I went to Bob at the bank in Carbondale(he was a loan officer at the time.) to get a loan for a property I wanted to buy up Cattle Creek. we drove up there together. Bob looked at it and told me.” I think we can do this.”. We shook hands. This was the beginning of 50+ years of a few more loans and real estate opportunities to follow! We became good friends.
Years later, I asked Bob” Why did you lend me the money?” he replied. “ I thought you would pay me back.” that was BOB!
I have many great stories(memories) that we will cherish because Bob was such a genuinely kind, great and wonderful man. He was very good to Gay and I. This Valley and well beyond will miss Bob for his love for the community and his abundant generosity and just being” Bob”
Thanks for the memories, JRobert. We will miss you.
Jeff and Gay Wisch