I spent my first hour at work each day in " A.J.B.'s " office for many years. We would talk about all the previous day events. It was always a fun and enjoyable conversation. He would talk about the staff , the customers , but also about Marie , Kathy , Arthur and Steve and always in a very proud way. He bragged about his grandchildren every chance he could . He was a true character ! I never had to wonder what Jim was thinking. I talked with him a few months ago , and he send me his business card listing him as "Financial Advisor " and " Marriage Counselor " . I can only imagine ! He led a wonderful life and it was very well deserved. My deepest condolences to everyone .

Arthur, Jim to his friends in the tire business, was the consummate salesman. He was a mentor to countless people including myself. Although it's been a while since we've talked, as recently as this month his name came up at the New England Tire Dealers meeting. He was truly a gentleman.

Dear Kathy, Arthur and family, I have so many memories of your father and your sweet mother Marie. My parents, Jim and Phyllis Coyne, were longtime dear friends. I remember coming home and finding "Brookie" and Marie playing cards with their penny jars until late in the evening. Our Dads grew up together and were in similar businesses- Texaco and Firestone.. Our mothers were both loving women. I can actually hear their voices- and smell your father's cigar... I send my love and sympathy. Your parents were a part of my childhood and I really do treasure those memories. God Bless Arthur. Rest in peace. Elaine Coyne Sinclair