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John K. Teahen Jr.
Automotive News
September 14, 2008 - 12:01 am ET
The Fisher brothers were able to win and retain the lifelong loyalty of their employees. My father was one of them for 37 years.

Dad knew every one of the brothers, and I do not exaggerate when I say that he loved every one of them — especially Bill, who hired him in 1916. He and Bill Fisher worked closely together for many years.

On Dad's watch, Fisher Body grew from a small family-owned operation to a giant corporation to GM's second-largest division (after Chevrolet). But Dad never felt he worked for any of those outfits.

Asked what he did for a living, he always answered: "I work for the Fisher boys."

You can reach John K. Teahen Jr. at autonews@crain.com.

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