Letters to the editor, Nov. 9, 2009

Thanks to community for support

I would like to personally thank the Barstow community for supporting me during the last 20 years. I have had the pleasure of serving the community through my involvement with groups such as the Optimist Club, Chamber of Commerce, Barstow College Foundation, Barstow Community Hospital Board of Trustees and PAL’s.

Many of you know me as the manager of the Barstow branch of Union Bank. My role as branch manager with Union Bank continues, but I have seized an opportunity to transfer to a new location in Hesperia.

I have been a member of the Barstow business community for a long time, but equally important I have made many friends and acquaintances over the years. I not only learned about your businesses, but I had the privilege of knowing you and your families. I take with me many fond memories and for that I am particularly grateful.

Again, thank you for your support and friendship over the last 20 years. It has been my pleasure and privilege to serve you.

John Matteson, Barstow