Hi Imo, I’m sure this email finds you with a heavy heart as I can only imagine the shock and grief that the Atchison community is feeling, today and into the future. I felt compelled to send you this note as I wanted to share the indelible influence Mark Bottorff left in my life. As a young man working for Mark (at Bottorff Construction)….his willingness to care for me beyond the realm of an employer-employee relationship has left a lasting, positive stamp in my personal life and professional career. I think it is “safe” to assume that I was not the most skilled laborer under the Bottorff Construction crest. However, Mark helped me to understand that hard work and integrity would be the character traits that any employer would value throughout my working career. I learned many life lessons as I watched Mark (a young businessman) demonstrate perseverance and compassion in his daily duties. I was treated like family by all of the Bottorff brothers. I was given “hours” to work on a consistent basis…and allowed to work “around the shop” when weather or other conditions sent most home for the day. It makes no matter what position I hold in my current company…as I think of Mark Bottorff any time I am considered for a promotion….this is Mark’s stamp he has left in my life. This is Mark’s gift to me. This is what I will pass on to my children. I will keep Mark’s family (and the entire Bottorff extended family) in my prayers and will ensure his name is honored in my professional and personal life. Take Care Imo, Sean E. Maher / Anheuser-Busch, Inc. / Northwest Region / Director, Geographic Marketing / office (303) 853-0545 / fax (303) 853-0595 / cell (816) 215-7009