Former Les Schwab Tires President John Britton Passes at 72

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Former Les Schwab Tires President John Britton Passes at 72

August 13, 2024

Bend, OR - Former Les Schwab Tire Centers President of Operations John Britton died peacefully in his home Aug. 7. He was 72 years old.

John Robertson, Les Schwab Tires' current president of store operations, called Britton "an incredible friend, mentor, colleague and Les Schwab legend."

"John dedicated his life's work to Les Schwab, pouring his heart and soul into making it - and all of us - the very best we could be," Robertson said. "Many of us would not be the people we are today without his thoughtful leadership, guidance and support."

John began his Les Schwab Tires career when he was 16 years old, working part-time at the store in Klamath Falls, Ore. He retired 50 years later, in 2018, as President and the longest-serving employee in Les Schwab history. At the time of his retirement, he emphasized his gratitude for the opportunity to turn a part-time job into a lifelong career.

"It's hard to express my profound appreciation to Les and the family for giving me an opportunity to work for this truly remarkable Company," Britton said at the time. "As I look back 50 years, what stands out most to me are all the amazing people I've had the honor to work with . . . GREAT people dedicated to making this Company successful today and into the future."

Robertson said: "Every day, as we take great care of our customers, our communities and each other, we honor John's legacy. So much can be said about him and the imprint he leaves on the Company."

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