Robert Stanley Walthers Oyster Bob, 73, of Kennewick, died August 19, 2008 at Tri-Cities Chaplaincy Hospice House in Kennewick. Bob was born September 25, 1934 in Independence, Oregon, to Francis and Lillian Walthers. He graduated from R.A. Long High School in Longview, WA in 1952. Bob was in the United States Navy and served on the USS Edmonds #406. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, woodworking and was a member of the Elks lodge. Bob is known in the Tri-Cities and parts of Seattle as "Oyster Bob". It started in 1984 and for many years later, Bob made oyster stew for the crews during the boat races. Bob is survived by his three sons; Kevin Robin Walthers of Richland, WA, Terry of Lafayette, OR, Andy RaeAnn of Shoreline, WA, His sister; Dianna David Rowling of Newberg, OR, Aunt; Elsie Robinette of Eugene, OR, Grandchildren; Benjamin, Gage, Bailey, Mitchell, and numerous nieces and nephews. Bob is preceded in death by His parents and His brother Gordon Walthers. A celebration of life is scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2008, 11:00a.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Center, 9353 W. Clearwater Ave., Kennewick, WA. In lieu of flowers please donate to a charity of your choice.