Robert J. Footlick, who was president of Bond Distributing Co. and a nationally recognized leader in the beer industry, died of cancer June 15 at his Pikesville home. He was 75.

The son of Bernard Footlick, a pharmacist, and Rae Footlick, a homemaker, Robert Jay Footlick was born in Mansfield, Ohio, and raised in Wooster, Ohio, where he graduated from Wooster High School.

After earning a bachelor's degree in 1961 from Tulane University, he worked for an uncle for a year before enrolling at the University of Maryland School of Law. He left after a year and transferred to George Washington University Law School, where he majored in labor relations and earned his law degree in 1965.

Unhappy with pursuing a career in law, Mr. Footlick went to work as a beer salesman for his future father-in-law, Edward Borow.

In 1950, Mr. Borow had established Bond Distributing Co. at Bond and Thames streets in Fells Point with 10 employees and sold Miller High Life, the "Champagne of Beers," throughout Baltimore.

In 1964, Mr. Footlick married Ronnie Borow, and after the death of his father-in-law in 1979, he became president of the company.

"Bob was the consummate entrepreneur whose vision led Bond to become the first shared house in the industry by bringing Coors Beer East in 1983, thus starting a wave of shared houses across the country that ultimately led to a MillerCoors merger," said Mrs. Footlick, who is director of human relations for Bond Distributing.

Mrs. Footlick said that in earlier years, distributors such as Bond only represented Miller and several minor brands like Carling and Schmidt's.

Today, in addition to MillerCoors products, the company's portfolio includes Sam Adams, Yuengling, Pabst, Blue Moon, Boulevard, Bell's, Terrapin, Ballantine, Fat Tire, National Bohemian, Harpoon, Yards, Flying Dog, and Jailbreak.

"We also represent about 20 craft breweries and all the new Belgium brands," said Mrs. Footlick.

Because of his leadership in the industry in Maryland and across the country, Mr. Footlick was named a Miller Legend in 2008.

Mr. Footlick was a tireless advocate for the products he represented and promoted. In 1984, the Orioles accepted his idea for the annual Floppy Hat Night, first at the old Memorial Stadium and now at Camden Yards, which promoted Miller Lite.

"For the first 25 years, the hat was orange, but now it has been black, camouflage and other colors. It was one of his proudest moments," said Mrs. Footlick, who added that the hat is in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y.

During the 1990s, Mr. Footlick held a patent for the Rolling Six Pack Truck that toured the nation promoting Miller products.

Mr. Footlick had been a member of the board of the Maryland Beer Distributors for many years.

"I've known Bob for more than a decade, and he was one of a kind," said Pete Marino, vice president of communications for MillerCoors in Chicago.

"He had a tremendous way about him and a great sense of humor. He really cared about the beer business and in doing so became a MillerCoors legend," said Mr. Marino. "He was one of our best distributors. He was a terrific guy with a wonderful personality who just radiated charisma."

Mr. Footlick was an avid Orioles and Ravens fan. He enjoyed playing golf for 40 years at the Woodholme Country Club, where he had been a member of its board.

His philanthropic interests included serving on the boards of the Babe Ruth Sports Museum and the Maryland Sports Boosters.

Mr. Footlick's two daughters represent the third generation to work for Bond. His daughter, Leslie Schaller of Owings Mills, is the company's marketing manager, while her sister, Randi J. Settleman, also of Owings Mills, is sales manager.

He continued working until three weeks before his death.

"He went out with his boots on," said his wife. "His business was his hobby, and wherever he went, he made a tremendous impact."

Mr. Footlick was a member of Baltimore Hebrew Congregation.

Funeral services were held June 17 at Sol Levinson & Bros. in Pikesville.

In addition to his wife and two daughters, he is survived by a brother, Jerrold Footlick of Durham, N.C.; and five grandchildren.

fred.rasmussen@baltsun.com
Copyright © 2015, The Baltimore Sun

~ Jayne Charles

Reprinted from Sol Levinson Website:


Lynn Weisberg & Steve Levine
Jun 15, 2015 02:27 PM
We are so saddened by the loss of Bob. The world has lost a truly one of a kind gentleman who always made us laugh with a smile and good story. Our hearts go out to all of his family. During this difficult time, know he was LOVED by all..


Lynn and Ronnie Wolf
Jun 15, 2015 02:34 PM
Ronnie, Randi, Leslie,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Bob. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. May his memory continue to be an inspiration.

Doug carton
Jun 15, 2015 02:34 PM
Dear Ronnie,Leslie,Randy,and family
so sorry to hear about your loss.Bobby was a great guy,so many memories of golf trips,trips to AC,and just hanging out with him.Footer will be greatly missed by many,many people.He was one of a kind.

Janice and Bruce Bolten
Jun 15, 2015 02:43 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi,
Our thoughts are with you all. We extend our deepest condolences to the entire family. May you cherish the wonderful memories you all shared with him. He was a lovely man who will be missed.

Joan and Steve Gould
Jun 15, 2015 02:54 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi
Our deepest sympathy on your loss of Bob. We still remember his quiet demeanor and friendly smile. May your warmest memories bring you much comfort now and through the years to come.

Bev and Bob Lipsky
Jun 15, 2015 03:00 PM
Dear Ronnie and Family,
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Bob. Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family.

Karen and Alan
Jun 15, 2015 03:16 PM
We are very very sad to have lost a good friend. We won't forget him.

Pete Marino
Jun 15, 2015 03:24 PM
I have known Bob and his family for a decade. There's no finer man in the beer business than Bob. I will miss his wit, his heart, his love of cigars, great food and the beer business, among many other things. But, what Bob loved more than anything was his family. Rest in peace Bob, you were a prince of a man.

Beverly and Sam Blibaum
Jun 15, 2015 03:25 PM
Ronnie,Randi and Leslie,
So very sorry on your loss...Bob was a wonderful guy and will be missed by all whose lives he touched. May his memory be for a blessing and bring you comfort.

Phyllis and Ray Ely
Jun 15, 2015 03:28 PM
We are saddened to learn of Bob's passing. I know you will always have cherished memories of this wonderful man.

Toba & Dave Thaman
Jun 15, 2015 03:40 PM
Dear Ronnie, Randi & Leslie -
We are so very saddened by your loss. May your wonderful memories help to see you through this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family!

Elise and Richard Lessans
Jun 15, 2015 03:57 PM
Dear Ronnie and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss..... thinking of you with love at this difficult time.

David and Sarah Ingram
Jun 15, 2015 04:00 PM
Ronnie, Leslie and Randi,
Bob's Knowledge Exchange Group beer distributor friends are deeply saddened by his death. Bob was a special friend to each of us. His humor and great attitude will always be remembered. Your family is in our prayers.

Marilyn and bob Schaftel
Jun 15, 2015 04:01 PM
The world lost a sweet guy.May he rest in peace.

Linda and Paul Brody
Jun 15, 2015 04:12 PM
Ronnie,Randi, Leslie
We are deeply sadden by Bob's loss. We remember the good times and good friendship. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Les & Chickie Grinspoon
Jun 15, 2015 04:21 PM
We're so very sorry there's no more time, no more laughs, no more good memories with this special man. Rest in peace, Bob.

Chantelle & Alissa Deane
Jun 15, 2015 04:28 PM
Sorry for your loss. He could light up a room and make everyone laugh. We will miss him very much. May Peace come to you in your time of sadness. We will keep you in our prayers.

Ruth & Hap Fader
Jun 15, 2015 04:46 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie & Randi,
Our most sincere sympathy on the loss of your Bobby, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a kind and sweet man and will be missed by many. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

Joel & Nancy Kaye
Jun 15, 2015 04:53 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. He always seemed to totally enjoy life. When I would just see him smoking a cigar, I knew he was in a good place. We will all miss him.

Kevin and Melissa Rochlitz
Jun 15, 2015 04:58 PM
Ronnie, Leslie and Randi, we are very sorry for your loss. Bob was a great person and we are saddened by his loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.

Dee Fried & Marvin Marks
Jun 15, 2015 05:05 PM
Dear Ronnie
We are shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Bob.


Shari & Alan Grabush
Jun 15, 2015 05:11 PM
Ronnie, Leslie & Joe, Randi & Frank and kids-
We are so very saddened to learn about the loss of Bob. Our hearts ache for you at this horribly difficult time. His kind smile and charming wit will be missed by many.


Sheldon Roth
Jun 15, 2015 05:32 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie and Randi:
Our sincere condolences to the entire Footlick Family. How fortunate I was to have the opportunity to talk with Bob last week. We go back 50 years plus and had some wonderful times together. May he rest in peace.
Sheldon Roth

Jane and Chuck Rosolio
Jun 15, 2015 05:34 PM
Ronnie, Randi and Leslie:
We are so saddened by the loss of a truly wonderful man. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Michael and Margaret Schaftel
Jun 15, 2015 05:40 PM
Aunt Ronnie , Leslie , and Randi- I am so sad to hear about uncle bob. He was such a special guy. Sitting at Friday's for hours with uncle bob in boca town center just to get a table, all of those great trips together down in peppertree, and of course Ann Arbor. All some of my favorite childhood memories. I know how much he will be missed. With much love Michael, Margaret and the girls

Amy & Jeffrey Schapiro
Jun 15, 2015 05:53 PM
So sad to hear of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by all. So many great memories...let them help you at this most difficult time.

Bruce and Kim Muenter
Jun 15, 2015 06:14 PM
Ronnie, Randy, Leslie:
Our deepest sympathy on your loss of Bob. I have truly enjoyed learning, listening and always laughing with this exceptional man. Our thoughts are with you during this time.

Amy and Bob Pollokoff
Jun 15, 2015 06:35 PM
Amy and I were saddened to hear this news. May his memory give you strength during this difficult time.

The Pachino's
Jun 15, 2015 06:51 PM
Miss Ronnie, Leslie, Randi and entire Family-
My heart skipped a beat when I heard the news this morning. My thoughts are with you. I was lucky to get to know him in my journey..great story teller and terrific wit made me laugh and smile..It was always nice to see him on Sunday late in the year for Raven games..Keep his spirit alive with the stories you tell about him....Much love your way. Paco

Toby and Randy Goodman
Jun 15, 2015 07:11 PM
Dear Ronnie and Family - We are so sorry for your loss and wish you and your family an easy time during the difficult days ahead. Our deepest sympathy.

Barbara and Tom Steinhardt
Jun 15, 2015 07:16 PM
Dear Ronnie, Lesliie and Randy
So sorry to hear the passing of Bob, he always had a smile on his face. May the happy times you all shared in the past carry your family through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.

Dara and Charles Schnee
Jun 15, 2015 07:28 PM
So sorry for you loss. What a wonderful man who touched many lives.

Steven Morganstein
Jun 15, 2015 08:03 PM
So sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Richard Bart
Jun 15, 2015 08:18 PM
So very sorry for your loss. Bobby was indeed a great guy.

Sonia Busby
Jun 15, 2015 08:44 PM
Ronnie, Leslie and Randi, My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sad to hear the news. The beer business will not be the same without Bob. Everyone at Boston Beer sends their condolences. He will be greatly missed.

Stuart and Mimi Resnick
Jun 15, 2015 08:47 PM
Ronnie and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult ans sad time.

Gary Goldberg
Jun 15, 2015 09:13 PM
Bobby was a remarkable, kind, and generous man...a true mensch. He will be missed but remembered with smiles.

Lisa & Len Weinstein
Jun 15, 2015 09:17 PM
Bob was one-of-a-kind. A really great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joan & David Uhlfleder
Jun 15, 2015 09:42 PM
Dear Ronnie,Randi&Leslie...David and I were so saddened to hear about Bob. He was a kind, sweet man and will truly be missed by all. Our,thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Dale and Norty Grossblatt
Jun 15, 2015 09:44 PM
Ronnie,
I was so very sad to learn of your loss. Please know that
Norty and I send our deepest sympathies.

Pat Pikunas
Jun 15, 2015 09:54 PM
Ronnie, Randi Leslie and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Today the Beer Industry lost a truly great man, friend, mentor and businessman. I feel blessed to have known him all these years and shared many great stories together. No Beer industry convention will ever be the same without him. He was admired and loved by many and all of you should be so proud of the legacy he is leaving. God Bless you all....
Rest in Peace my friend.

phyllis and lennie attman
Jun 15, 2015 10:04 PM
Bob was an amazing guy. He touched us with his terrific humor. He will be missed. His legacy will live on. We are so sorry for your loss.

Les Polt
Jun 15, 2015 10:05 PM
Ronnie, I was shocked and saddened to learn of Bob's passing. Audrey joins me in conveying our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Amy Feldman Potts
Jun 15, 2015 10:16 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie & Joe, Randi & Frank and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.

Ilene and Stephen Mackler
Jun 15, 2015 10:29 PM
We are so sorry to hear the very sad news. Bobby always had that warm smile on his
face. His wit and kindness will
be remembered by us all. Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time.

Ellyn And Stephen Polakoff
Jun 15, 2015 11:13 PM
So sad to hear of your loss. Always remember how much of a gentleman Bobby was. His memory and legacy will continue to shine on.

Rona & Ed Casel
Jun 15, 2015 11:34 PM
Dear Ronnie and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved , Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time!

Ron Levine
Jun 16, 2015 05:39 AM
Bob was a great guy. Very generous and kind. He will be missed, but I will always have wonderful memories.

Dr. Alan Rosenfeld, Boynton Beach, FL
Jun 16, 2015 05:48 AM
Ronnie,
Was shocke and saddened by Bob's passing. Deepest condolences

Sandy Rose Sacki
Jun 16, 2015 06:18 AM
Ronnie and family,
My sympathy on the loss of your beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, Bob. May his life bring smiles instead of tears. Each of you have your own memories; hold them dear and remember him always.

marla aberbach lewis
Jun 16, 2015 06:23 AM
Dear Ronnie,
We were classmates at Forest Park, and you grew up in the same nighborhoos as my dear friend, Sandee Caplan Winakur.
You also worked on FPHS reunions with another of my dear friend, Eileen Saltz Weinstein. Through the years, we would meet from time to time, and you always seemed so happy and content. I am so sorry that you have had this great loos.
I only knew Bob by reputation, and hope that his wonderful legacy will help carry you through this sad time.

Debbie Kirk
Jun 16, 2015 06:45 AM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, Randi and Family
I was saddened to hear of Bob's passing. May you be comforted by all of your friends and family and may he rest in peace. And so goes another of the "Good guys"

Alvin and Lois Lapidus
Jun 16, 2015 07:02 AM
Our condolences to you Ronnie and your family.

Annabelle and Richard Sher
Jun 16, 2015 07:09 AM
"Foot" was, without a doubt, one of the really great guys! This is such sad news! Bob loved life..and we loved Bob. We miss him already!

Chris Caffey
Jun 16, 2015 07:22 AM
Dear Footlick Family, Randi, and Leslie,
I am so sorry for your loss! I have some great memories of Bob and will miss him.

Sheldon and Ellen Wollman
Jun 16, 2015 07:24 AM
We will miss this darling man, our dear friend Bob, more than words can begin to express. May he rest in peace. We love you.

Susan Land
Jun 16, 2015 07:27 AM
Leslie, I am so sorry for your loss. May your father's memory be a blessing for always.


Sandy and Malcolm Berman
Jun 16, 2015 07:39 AM
Dear Ronnie and family,
We were shocked to learn of Bob's passing and we send you our sincere sympathy. May your wonderful memories of time together bring you comfort.

Ferne and Les Abramowitz
Jun 16, 2015 07:55 AM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi,
We are so saddened by the loss of your beloved Bob. May your many wonderful memories be a source of comfort to you at this difficult time.

Kris & Dana Garyantes
Jun 16, 2015 07:56 AM
Our thoughts are with you all through this difficult time. I will never forget his stories and the way he could light up a room!! May GOD give you strength through this difficult time. Love Kris & Dana

Donald and Susan Weikers Balaban
Jun 16, 2015 08:08 AM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie and Randi
We are so saddened by Bob's death. Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. A special man , and you are a special family. May his memory be for a blessing and May you be comforted among the mourners of Jerusalem and Israel

Debbie & Marc Attman
Jun 16, 2015 08:12 AM
Ronnie
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time we know we will miss his genuine smile! His memory and legacy will never be forgotten!

barbara & stanley davis
Jun 16, 2015 08:13 AM
it is with great sadness that we heard of bobs passing. he was truly a great guy. may you only have wonderful memories and may he rest in peace.

Richard Tatelman
Jun 16, 2015 08:20 AM
Dear Ronnie, Randi, Randy, and family
My thoughts are with all of you in your time of grief and memory on the lost of Bob. I will never forget his kindness and willingness to share his knowledge and passion with me. I will miss him

Bobbie and Alan Orman
Jun 16, 2015 08:24 AM
Our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of this wonderful guy. Hopefully your many fond memories will ease your pain at this difficult time.

Irv and Nannette Flac
Jun 16, 2015 08:37 AM
Dear Ronnie and family,
We were so sadden to learn of your loss. Our condolences to you and your family. Nannette and Irv Flax

Paul Gerber
Jun 16, 2015 08:37 AM
Ronnie and Family,
I am shocked and saddened learning about Bob's passing. What a great guy.
There are no words. Your loving family are all in my thoughts.

Bill LeRoy
Jun 16, 2015 08:41 AM
Ronnie,Leslie,Randi and grandchildren
I could write paragraph after paragraph but just want you all to know and realize that I share in your mourning.I once thanked you for allowing me to work at The Bond Distributing Company.Over my 27 years with you,I can never recall a single time that he never had a cigar or witticism at hand.
My sincerest sympathy to ALL of you.

Bob Meyerson
Jun 16, 2015 08:43 AM
Please accept my heart felt condolences. Always with a kind word and wonderful sense of humor. He was one in a million. Let his memory always be for a blessing to his family and friends.

Anne Caplan Robinson
Jun 16, 2015 08:49 AM
Dear Ronni
So sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a great guy always with a big smile and a big "hello."

Carol Marks
Jun 16, 2015 08:53 AM
Dear Ronnie. Saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved Bob. The memories are sweet and everlasting.

Sylvia Shilmover Schneider
Jun 16, 2015 08:55 AM
Dear Ronnie,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.I'm so sorry I can't be there to say this in person. You are very special to me and I feel your loss.

Betsy Narrrow
Jun 16, 2015 09:08 AM

Dear Ronnie and family --- I am so sorry to learn of your Bob's passing. May your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Esther Layton
Jun 16, 2015 09:11 AM
Dear Ronnie,
My heart is filled with sympathy on your loss of Bob. I know how much you will miss him, but you will remember the the many blessings of the years you shared together.

~ Jayne Charles

From Sol Levinson website:

Jack Evans
Jun 16, 2015 09:22 AM
Very sorry for the loss of such a wonderful guy. He had a special gift and always made everyone around him feel welcome and special. Above all, he loved his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Betsy Frahm
Jun 16, 2015 09:34 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Steve Flatt
Jun 16, 2015 09:47 AM
Ronnie, Randi and Leslie
So sad to hear about Bob. He was one of my favorite guys in the business. I loved my time in Baltimore and looked forward to catching up with him every year at the Distributor Conference. Seems like only yesterday we where talking beer, Orioles and college sports in his office with his trademark cigar hanging from his lips. I think Bob secretly wanted to go to UW and be a Badger. I will miss him a lot, my thoughts are with the Footlick ladies as you celebrate Bob's great life this week!

Barbara & Perry London, Boca Raton, FL
Jun 16, 2015 09:47 AM
Dear Ronnie...We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. May happy memories help you through this very difficult time. And may he rest in peace.

barbara & stanley davis
Jun 16, 2015 09:48 AM
Ronnie, leslie and Randi; WE WERE DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF BOB,S PASSING. HE WAS TRULY A GREAT GUY. MAY YOU HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE

Herb Gerber
Jun 16, 2015 09:53 AM
Ronnie and girls,
This is really sad news

Lois Bye
Jun 16, 2015 09:56 AM
Ronnie & Family
My heart and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Lois

STANLEY & BARBARA DAVIS
Jun 16, 2015 10:01 AM
RONNIE, LESLIE AND RANDI, WE WERE DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF BOB'S PASSING. HE WAS TRULY A GREAT GUY. MAY ALL OF YOU HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE.


Rona and Stan Einhorn,Jupiter, Fl
Jun 16, 2015 10:17 AM
Dear Ronnie,Leslie, and Randi
So sorry for your loss, and thinking of all of you at this sad time.

Gail and Stanley Friedler
Jun 16, 2015 10:21 AM
We are saddened by the loss of your beloved, Bob. He was a true gentlemen. Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. May his memory be for a blessing.

Linda Robbins and Steve Levin
Jun 16, 2015 10:42 AM
Thinking of you Ronnie and will always remember the smes and warm hellos every time I would see you and your Bobby. Everyone will miss him.

Michael and Irene Sherman
Jun 16, 2015 10:51 AM
Our sincere condolences on your loss. Bob was a unique individual, friendly,funny, smart, loving.He will be greatly missed.


Phyllis Heneson Belford
Jun 16, 2015 11:05 AM
Ronnie and family
Sorry for your loss. May all your memories sustain you now and in the future.

Barbara and Floyd Herman
Jun 16, 2015 11:19 AM
So sorry to hear of Bob's death. What wonderful memories we have of extended family gatherings and celebrations. We shall always cherish those times and Bob's memory.

Paul J. Bertucci
Jun 16, 2015 11:32 AM
Bob was one of the guys I always look forward to seeing at beer meetings. I will miss him and the great conversations we always had. They would always make me laugh until it hurt! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

The Crow Family
Jun 16, 2015 11:42 AM
The Beer Industry got weaker yesterday with the loss of Bob Footlick. A leader, innovator, and a risk-taker. No matter who you were, Bob treated you as he knew you forever, and always wanted to hear how the business was going in your eyes.
Whether it was being the 1st Coors distributor east of the Mississippi, or the man who created the most successful Orioles giveaway item, "The Floppy Hat", Bob shaped the Beer business in Maryland.
He once told me, other than my family, all I think about from the time I wake up til the time I go to sleep, is how to sell more beer.
That's a passion we all should share.

MANNY & LINDA PAIGE
Jun 16, 2015 12:23 PM
WORKED WITH RONNIE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AT BHC. "WHATTA" NICE GUY. HE WILL BE WELL REMEMBERED. R. I. P.

David & Lynn Ruthenberg
Jun 16, 2015 12:34 PM
Dear Ronnie, Randi, Leslie & Family.
I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Bob, he was truly a gentleman and respected businessman and leader in the beer industry. I will always cherish the many conversations, witticism's, and business associations that we shared, he will be truly missed. Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers go out to the entire Footlick Family.

Marlene Greenebaum
Jun 16, 2015 12:43 PM
Dear Ronnie,
As Stewart said upon hearing this news, "he was one of the good ones." Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Gary & Michele Connors
Jun 16, 2015 12:47 PM
Ronnie,
Bobby was always so friendly to all of us. We will miss his smiling face.
Love,
Gary & Michele Connors

Betty & Stephen Cooper
Jun 16, 2015 12:49 PM
We are sorry for your loss. May Bob rest in peace.

Stan Charles
Jun 16, 2015 01:14 PM
Jayne and I send along our deepest condolences on Bob's passing. Both of us cherish the many simple good evenings of laughs and good conversations. On the professional side of things, when Bob Footlick endorsed you it raised ones' self esteem and motivation to do good work on behalf of Bond. RIP, Bob.

Jack Obermaier and Dustin Sugar-Moore
Jun 16, 2015 01:16 PM
Our deepest condolences and sympathy to Randi, Leslie, and their families. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Joe Roth
Jun 16, 2015 01:31 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi: Please accept my deepest condolences on Bob's passing. He truly was one special guy who everyone always enjoyed being around. The Fighting Scot has lost his final battle but he's smoking a big fat cuban waiting for the rest of us to arrive.

Rob Klugman
Jun 16, 2015 01:57 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, Randi--
I am so very sorry

Leslie and Bruce Himelfarb
Jun 16, 2015 02:11 PM
Ronnie, Leslie and Randy,
Leslie and I were shocked and saddened by the news of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful gentleman and
a good friend. The greatest compliment anyone can give him, is he was truly a MENSCH.
Our thoughts are with you.
Love Leslie and Bruce

Barrry j. Besbris
Jun 16, 2015 02:41 PM
I am so sorry to hear about Bob passing. He was always a class guy and he will be misssed.

Gus Montes de Oca
Jun 16, 2015 02:54 PM
Randi, Leslie and Family
I am so saddened by the loss of Bob. He was such a great guy to spend time with. He would tell so many great story's but the most important thing I will always remember was that he always treated me so well and I will never forget that. May his memory live on in your hearts and mind as they will with me.
Rest in Peace my Friend

Louis Getlan
Jun 16, 2015 03:11 PM
Sorry for your loss. Bob was a very kind person and he will be missed.

Cathy Hartley
Jun 16, 2015 03:24 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, Randi and the entire Family,
I want to express condolences to you all. I will miss Bob very much... Picking on him about his very UN-Irish green tie on St Patrick's day and all the stories... Sitting on the panel and him telling his stripper story. I truly loved him and Thank him for always making me feel like family, from the very first day I started at Bond Distributing til the last time I spoke with him in his office. I know he was so well loved !

Ron Israel
Jun 16, 2015 03:35 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi,
Just got back in town an hour ago and heard about Bob's passing.
Please accept my sympathy and love. All of these tributes to Bob are well-deserved. Rest in peace.

Nancy & David Rose
Jun 16, 2015 04:09 PM
Ronnie, Nancy and I remind each other often, how fortunate we were to have met you and Bob years agon on that Molson trip to Mexico. It took about three minutes for us to know we had made wonderful new friends. We will miss Bob dearly and we wish you peace & healing. Randi & Leslie, I adore your father. Every minute with him was a gift that I will always cherish. His humor and his insights helped me many times over the years. You wers so blessed to have him for your father and he was so proud of you. I wish you peace and comfort.

Ken and Joy Pensmith
Jun 16, 2015 04:16 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Bob was a sweet, wonderful man who will truly be missed.

Fran Cattani, S&H Independent Premium Brands
Jun 16, 2015 04:25 PM
To The Footlick Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jimmy Wilson
Jun 16, 2015 04:58 PM
Ronnie, Randi and Leslie,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. It was an honor and privilege to know Bob. I remember how nervous I was on my first visit to Bond in 1999, within a matter of minutes he made me feel welcome. I'll always remembers his kind, generous spirit - and that famous cigar too! He is and always will be one of the all time greats. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jim Kiriazoglou
Jun 16, 2015 05:27 PM
Dear Leslie and Randi,
So sorry to hear the news about Mr. Footlick. Your dad was a true gentleman, who always took time to say Hello. He will be missed by many.

ivan rosengarden
Jun 16, 2015 05:47 PM
so sorry,
rest in peace.
rhona and ivan

Barbara Rothschild
Jun 16, 2015 06:08 PM
Ronnie: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I just want you to know I am thinking of you during this difficult time.

David A. Macon
Jun 16, 2015 06:12 PM
Ronnie, Randi and Leslie:
I'm choked up as I write this. I will never forget the kind of friendship that Bob and you all displayed as we put together the appointment for our brands in your distributor. I don't have the words enough except to extend my sincerest condolences. Bob was one of my favorites and you, the team one of my favorite families. He will be missed. My thoughts go out to you and your extended family.

Andy and Christin Klaff
Jun 16, 2015 06:51 PM
We are so sorry to hear this terrible news. Our hearts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Linda & John Haas
Jun 16, 2015 06:59 PM
Dear Footlick Family,
The beautiful, sincere, and warm tributes to Bob have captured him, a prince of a man!
Warmly,
Linda and John

John Stefanik
Jun 16, 2015 07:47 PM
In our lifes we have many friends, but we only have a few great ones, Bob was a great one. I will miss everything about him. Heaven is now a better place now, they now have cigars. God bless my friend.

Libby (Berman) Wolff
Jun 16, 2015 08:26 PM
Ronnie - I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories of the good times help to sustain you.

Hilda & Howard Levin
Jun 16, 2015 09:19 PM
Ronnie,Leslie, Randi
We are so sorry to hear about your. loss. Bob was the true meaning of a gentleman. His kind manner and smile will always be a comfort to you. May his memory be a blessing to your family

Vinny Prattico
Jun 16, 2015 09:59 PM
Dear Ronnie, Randi and Leslie,
I am very sadden to hear about the loss of Bob. He was a great beer man and friend. I have lots of fantastic memories of us working together selling Coors. He always had great ideas and challenged us all to do our best. We truly will miss him. My condolences and prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow.

Sue Glick Liebman
Jun 16, 2015 11:24 PM
Ronnie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May his memory continue to be an inspiration.
Suzy Liebman

Mickey and Jack Katzen
Jun 17, 2015 12:30 AM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie & Randi, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Bob was a special guy and will truly be missed. May your wonderful memories stay in your hearts always.

Kris Jester
Jun 17, 2015 07:08 AM
To Ronnie, Leslie, Randi and the rest of your family I was truly sadden to hear of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family in your time of loss. My God be with you all.

Ailene and Stan Fradin
Jun 17, 2015 08:28 AM
Dear Ronni and family,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Bob. He will be missed by all who knew him. May you cherish your wonderful memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Herta and Art Baitch
Jun 17, 2015 08:31 AM
Dear Ronnie and family,
We are so very saddened to learn of your loss of dear Bob. Please accept our sincerest sympathies.

Martha & Stan Weiman
Jun 17, 2015 08:49 AM
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, Bob. May his memory give you comfort.

Myra and Bill Fox
Jun 17, 2015 08:59 AM
So sad to hear of your loss. Bob was a real mench. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy to the entire Footlick family.

Herb and Joanie Gottlieb
Jun 17, 2015 09:10 AM
Dear Ronnie and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Bob was such a sweet, kind man.

Stuart R.Weinstein
Jun 17, 2015 09:13 AM
A true gentleman in every respect ! What a loss.....What a man!!

Amy Harrison
Jun 17, 2015 10:04 AM
Dear Mrs. Footlick, Randi, Leslie and family, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Footlick. Our Bond family will not be the same without him. He was cut from a different cloth. Aside from being a legend in the beer business, he was extremely humble, kind, genuine and giving. He made every person who came through the doors of Bond Distributing feel welcome and appreciated. He will be greatly missed by everyone who had the honor of knowing him. Mr. Footlick was an amazing man! His legacy will live on forever in our hearts!

Richard Shine
Jun 17, 2015 10:26 AM
Mrs. Footlock, Randi, Leslie, and Family
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I can't begin to express how sad and empty I feel about the loss of Mr. Footlick. His understanding with any problems you came to him with was always comforting. It won't be the same not greeting him, shaking his hand, and asking him how things were going, and him calling me Ricky when seeing him at the office. I respected him tremendously !

Beverlee and Jon Rendelman
Jun 17, 2015 11:06 AM
Jon and I were so sad to hear about Bobby. Truly one of the nicest guys around. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.

Dennis Nauslar
Jun 17, 2015 12:13 PM
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob brought such joy to all of us and he was a special man to work with in the business he loved.

Marvin Waldman
Jun 17, 2015 12:56 PM
What a great guy! I had not seen Bob for 50 years since we were together at GW Law School. I read all of the comments that others have made. This was a man with great humor. We enjoyed playing Hearts during breaks. Lots of fond memories.

The Swirnow Family
Jun 17, 2015 12:59 PM
Our hearts are heavy but our minds are full of wonderful memories of this special man.

Gloria and Joe Askin
Jun 17, 2015 01:33 PM
We are saddened by the loss of an old frend. We remember many wonderful times together.

Rhonda I. Framm and Matt Lynn
Jun 17, 2015 02:05 PM
Dear Ronnie,
We are so sorry for your loss and the loss to our greater community. Our prayers and love are with you in this very difficult time. He was such a wonderful mensch.

Eddie Jacobson
Jun 17, 2015 03:04 PM
Ronnie, Leslie and randy,
I extend my sincere sympathies to you and family. My heart and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow....
Love,
Eddie

Iris Grabush
Jun 17, 2015 03:33 PM
Dear Ronnie and Family,
I was so sorry to learn of Bob's passing. I remember our good time at Café Centro. Bob was dancing and having a great time with the Saltzman, Grabush and Blum families. Keep all the good memories in your hearts and know that he is at peace.
May his memory be for a blessing.

Joe and Lynne Koff
Jun 17, 2015 03:43 PM
Ronnie, So sorry to hear about your loss. Bob's smile and graciousness will be missed. Our sympathies to you and your family.

Lauren Kronthal
Jun 17, 2015 03:49 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, Randi
My heart broke to hear this news. I'm so sorry for all of you and the entire family. While I've not seen Bob in some time I have very fond memories of many a Footlick event with Bob smiling and his warmth and open heart. A wonderful person who will be missed by many. Sending each of you my love and deepest condolences.

Lauren Kallins
Jun 17, 2015 04:11 PM
Ronnie, Leslie, and Randi
So many fond memories of Mr. Footlick from childhood days in Greengate. With deepest sympathy to all of you.


Marcia Spear
Jun 17, 2015 04:15 PM
I was so sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved husband. May your memories of happy times and family gatherings sustain you during this difficult time.

Maura and Don McCafferty
Jun 17, 2015 04:54 PM
Dear Leslie, Randi and Ronnie,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Sending love and comfort to you and your family during this time.

Martha and Bernard Hoffman
Jun 17, 2015 05:22 PM
Sending our condolences for your loss.
Hope you cherish all the wonderful memories

Stanley Rodbell
Jun 17, 2015 05:31 PM
Bob was a friend from law school many years ago. He was a wonderful guy always full of interesting stories about his life which he was eager to share. I remember him talking very fondly of Ronnie (no kids at that point). I was glad to have shared some time with him when I moved to Baltimore. I will miss him.

Lou Malinow
Jun 17, 2015 05:51 PM
My staff and I are going to miss him SO MUCH. He was such a perfect mixture of charmer, storyteller, and comedian. I'm so honored to have known him. Something that I'll always remember is that Bob never addressed me formally as Dr. (which I really appreciated).......he always addressed me as "friend." We loved him.

Marc Gerber
Jun 17, 2015 07:26 PM
Through the sadness, there are fond remembrances of our wonderful neighbors across Smith Avenue. Heartfelt sympathy to you, Ronnie, and your family.

Rona and Stan Einhorn,Jupiter, Fl
Jun 17, 2015 07:55 PM
We are saddened by your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Annette & Joe Cooper
Jun 17, 2015 10:27 PM
Dear Ronnie, Leslie, Randi, and Family
Losing Bob is everyone's loss. He will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him, but never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sharlene Sherman
Jun 18, 2015 10:10 AM
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. He was a gracious and terrific person !

Herb Gerber
Jun 18, 2015 10:31 AM
Ronnie,
I would have never remembered Bob if he were walking down the street. You I may have, the same beautiful girl you always were.
Paul sent me the picture of the two of you.
I still get over him passing, a terrible thing. Even though I haven't seen the two of you, you were very special to us.
Herb

Jon Cardin
Jun 18, 2015 10:52 AM
I lost an extraordinary mentor and friend; We all lost a true mensch.

Rich and Laura Reaven
Jun 18, 2015 11:05 AM
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. May his memory be a blessing.

Carlyn Speer Williams
Jun 18, 2015 11:41 AM
My first job out of college was working for Bond, I was nervous about the interview with Mr. Foot lick and wore my new blue suit. He offered me the job and asked where I was going all dressed up after the interview. I loved working for him, he always had an open door to his office, and reminded me of a loving father especially after my first fender bender in the Bond car. Whenever I smell a good cigar it brings back fond memories of him.

Cari & Robert Becker
Jun 18, 2015 12:28 PM
We are saddened to learn of the loss of Bobby. While no words of ours while assuage the anguish of your loss, let the great memories sustain you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you and your family. May he rest in peace

Keith, Shanda, and CJ Hannon
Jun 18, 2015 05:23 PM
Bond IS Family.
And Mr. Footlick IS our patriarch.
These facts remain true today just as they did prior to Monday. That will not change. The entire family should feel proud knowing that you've bred a culture of love, loyalty, and success. This is no accident. It started at home and has extended into the workplace. Quite a remarkable thing. Our prayers go out to the entire family. Mr. Footlick will certainly be missed, but his legacy lives on in each of you. Thank you for allowing the entire Bond Distributing community to feel like we are part of your family. And here's to another 65 years!

Faye and Abe Adler
Jun 18, 2015 08:36 PM
Dear Family,
To lose an individual as Bob Footlick is not only a great loss to his family, but to all of us who knew him in any capacity, he leaves a void of a man who was everyone's friend.It was always a delight to be in his company. Bob was truly a gentleman's gentleman.He possessed that rare quality of being able to disagree with one without being disagreeable.We will miss miss him.

Eileen Kupfer - Askin
Jun 19, 2015 05:53 AM
I am so sorry for your loss. May his memories be a blessing and give you strength.
With deepest sympathy

Sharon Heneson Bloom
Jun 19, 2015 09:38 AM
Ronnie, Randi and Leslie,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband and father. I have fond memories of babysitting for Randi and Leslie when you lived on Smith Avenue. Over the years, it was always a pleasure to run into you and catch up on everyone.
May his memory be for a blessing.

Leslie Streen Blum
Jun 20, 2015 12:42 PM
Ronnie- I wish I knew the words to ease your pain. But, you are loved by so many and that, with your warm and beautiful memories , really will help.

Mark and Barbara Gitomer
Jun 22, 2015 10:07 AM
We were very sorry to hear of your loss.

Dan & Shelley Morhaim
Jul 8, 2015 10:24 AM
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of Bob. What a great guy! Always pleasant, smiling, upbeat. He made everyone around him feel good. Add to that his commitment and contributions to our community, and it's easy to see what a wonderful role model he was. He will be missed.

~ Jayne Charles