Meet the Staff of J & R Auto Complex

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John A. West - Pres/CEO/GM

716-372-8790 - jwest@jrautocomplex.com

John West is President/CEO/GM of J&R West of Olean Inc. DBA J&R Auto Complex, J&R Collision, J&R Truck Service and CARQUEST of Olean. John holds many well-deserved accreditation including ARMS (Automobile Repair Management Systems), CARQUEST University Online, G.W Mergers and Acquisitions, George S May International, and NADA University of Dealership Management. John has owned and operated J&R Auto Complex for over 43 years in Olean, NY, and has maintained his loyalty and integrity to both his customers and staff. John resides in Olean, NY with his lovely wife Brenda and together they share 2 daughters, Brittany and Olivia. John is a devout Christian and is a 25 year member of the Pentecostals of Olean.

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Ronald A. West - Vice Pres / Division Manager

716-372-8790 - rwest@jrautocomplex.com

Ronald West is co-owner and division manager. Ron is I-CAR and ASE certified as well as three-time North-East Towing Champion and a licensed insurance appraiser. He directly oversees the Towing and Collision operations as well as the Rental car department and U-Haul truck rentals. Ron was also the owner of RAW Transportation and has much experience in logistics and transportation. Ron has been a lifelong resident of the Olean area and has two wonderful daughters, Mindy and Rabecca West who also work at J&R. Our staff has been trained and authorized by several insurance companies to directly negotiate your repair to expedite the process.

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Brittany Beggs - Office Manager

716-372-8790 - bbeggs@jrautocomplex.com


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Brenda West - Office Assistant

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Francis "Mike" Torrence - Service Manager

716-307-6620 - jrservice@jrautocomplex.com

Mike Torrence is your J&R Auto Complex Service and been with the company for 6 years! He directly oversees that your automotive repairs are done right and schedules appointments to fit your busy schedules! In his off time, Mike races at local dirt tracks in the area and is a two-time dirt track champion! He resides in Bolivar, NY with his beautiful wife Sabrina and their 4 kids Victoria, Allison, Kiley, & Austin! For all your automotive needs, contact Mike and say “WHY NOT”

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Daisey Collins - Parts Manager

716-372-8790 - cqparts@jrautocomplex.com

Daisey Collins is your J&R Auto Complex / CARQUEST go to parts manager. She worked her way up from delivery driver to store manager, so she knows her way around the parts business inside and out. She always works very hard to get our customers the right part at the right price. Her and her husband (Nick) and two lovely children are lifelong residences in the Portville area. "If you need it, Daisey will find it"

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Rebecca West - Collision Shop Manager

716-372-8790 - rwest@jrautocomplex.com


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Kevin Studley - Automotive Technician (Electrical Specialist)

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Wendell Roberts - Automotive Technician (Motorcycle Specialist)

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Roger Bell - Automotive Technician (Suspension Specialist)

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Wade Bigham - Heavy/Medium Technician (Electrical Specialist)

716-790-3167 - jrhdservice@jrautocomplex.com


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Terry Evingham - Collision Technician (Frame and Body Specialist)

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Allen Weatherly - Collision Technician (Frame and Body Specialist)

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Mark Weatherly - Collision Technician (Refinish Specialist)

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Lance Wilber - Collision Technician

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James Emerton - Roadside Assistance Technician

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Jeffery Ganoung - Roadside Assistance Technician

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Akkah and Ellie - Mascots

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"Ackah" (right) and "Ellie May" (left) are our mascots and resident friends to all. Their favorite pastime is eating, sleeping, being petted, and eating more. They love to receive daily treats and spoiling from all our loyal customers. Come visit them anytime and say hello. Ackah's Eskimo (Inuktitut) name is Akuluk which means "the Loved One" and Ellie May's is Tiguaak meaning "the Adopted Child."