About Bob’s Fuel Company, LLC
Bob’s Fuel was founded by Robert (Bob) Miner, Sr. In the 1980’s, Linwood Patnode, Jr. joined Bob to build the Bob’s Fuel as we know it today, securing the trust of the Monadnock region. Delivering oil, as well as performing service work, in addition to handling the business and financial aspects of the Company, Bob took great pride in his business.
After over 30 years, Bob decided to retire, however remained a Member of Bob’s Fuel. Caitlin Ward, Bob’s Granddaughter, began learning the business in November 2011 in preparation for Bob’s retirement. Caitlin, Hanna Ball, and Barbara Patnode now manage the business, day to day. Sadly, Bob passed away in January of 2022. Linwood continues to own the Company.
**Many think that there has been a change in ownership or management since Bob’s passing. Nothing has changed 🙂 **
For employment opportunities, see our Employment page.
OFFICE STAFF:
Caitlin Ward, Manager: 
Caitlin Ward, Granddaughter of Bob and Daughter of Linwood, has a Bachelors Degree of Science in Management from Keene State College, as well as a Bookkeepers Certificate. Caitlin focuses strongly on customer service, providing the best price possible for our products, and growth of the business. Caitlin also handles all customer accounts, as well as promoting new business.
Hanna Ball, Office Assistant: 
Hanna Ball, Granddaughter of Bob and Daughter of Linwood, joined the Bob’s Fuel family in February 2013. Hanna handles all data entry for delivery tickets as well as payments received. Hanna focuses strongly on customer service, assisting each customer with their individual needs.
Barbara Patnode, Office Assistant:
Barbara Patnode, Wife of Linwood (and Mother of Caitlin and Hanna), joined the Bob’s Fuel Office in November of 2016. Barbara retired from a long time career at Masiello Insurance Agency. Barbara helps customers with their orders and payments, as well as works hands on with Burner Service. Barbara focuses strongly on customer relations, and growth.
OIL DELIVERY:
Stephin Howard – Oil Delivery Driver
Stephin came to our Company in 2019. Starting as a seasonal oil delivery driver, Stephin has moved into a year round position delivering diesels over the summer months. Stephin has a great work ethic and takes great pride in all that he does!
Justin Spraske – Oil Delivery Driver
Justin came to our Company in 2018. Justin is a very down-to-Earth and kind individual — customers enjoy working with Justin very much. Justin has stepped up, becoming one of our lead drivers, helping to train new hires. Justin’s primary responsibility is heating oil/kerosene for residential customers.
Paul Wood – Oil Delivery Driver
Sarah Lumsden – Oil Delivery Driver
**We are HIRING FOR 2025-2026**
Please contact us if you’re interested – this position is seasonal (December through March/April). Great pay!
Must have CDL-B, Haz Mat, Tanker Endorsement, Clean Driving Record, Valid Medical Card. Must be clean in appearance and a team player! Contact us today at 603-239-6721 to apply!
BURNER SERVICE DEPARTMENT:
Meet our Technicians!
Cody Murnane
Cody came to Bob’s Fuel in January of 2025. We knew when we interviewed Cody that he would be a fantastic addition to our Bob’s Fuel team. Cody has been working in the heating/cooling industry for a number of years in Massachusetts. He is fully licensed in MA and VT, and ready to tackle all of our customer’s needs. With his friendly, knowledgeable, and patient personality – if you have questions, he is happy to explain. Cody believes in a clean work space and providing a quality product. We’ve had so many customers call or stop in to tell us how much they loved Cody. He has proven to be a necessary piece in our puzzle over here at Bob’s Fuel, and we are so grateful to have him on our team!
Jakob Rurka
Jakob recently added to our team! Jakob is brand new to the heating/cooling industry, however he is very mechanically inclined. With Cody training Jakob, we are sure our customers will be happy with his work. Jakob is quiet, but social – does that make sense? It will when you meet him 
He is friendly, smart, and we are very excited to have him join the Bob’s Fuel family. Over the summer, we will be working with Jakob to start his licensing journey.
With more education, licensing, and training, our In-House Burner Service Department can tackle annual cleanings, diagnosing problem calls (no heat, no hot water, etc.), furnace and boiler installations, tank installations, tank inspections, and so on.