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Atlas Bleachers (d/b/a Oosterbaan Scaffolding) was established by Garrett Oosterbaan, Sr. in 1959. The company's line of business was painting and decorating located at 113th and Forest Avenue. Soon after the formation of the company Garrett's children, Garrett Jr, Agnes and Dick, inherited the company. In the early 60s they recognized an opportunity to generate revenue through the rental of scaffolding as a service to the painters, plasterers, masons and contractors of Chicago. During this period the company moved to its current location at 11040 South Langley Avenue.

In the 70s the company under the direction of Garrett Oosterbaan, Jr. made a name for itself working on golf tournaments for ABC.

In 1983, Rich Oosterbaan, son of Dick Oosterbaan became a full-time employee of the company. This same year a load of bleachers was shipped to the company by accident. While waiting for an opportunity to return the bleachers, a customer called to inquire about scaffolding and bleachers for a parade. This odd chain of events pulled the company into the bleacher business. The bleacher portion of our business has grown over 30% annually.

Rich Oosterbaan became the president of Atlas Bleachers in 1993 and became the sole shareholder in 1997.

In July, 2001, Dick Oosterbaan, Comptroller, Insurance and Investment Administrator, Scaffold Accounts Manager, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend, passed away.

During difficult times, especially when Garrett, Jr. passed away, Dick kept the company afloat. He was highly instrumental in the formation of Atlas Bleachers. Throughout the 45 years he was with the Company, he fostered numerous business relationships that were key to the Company's success. Among many other contributions to the industry, he was the largest distributor of manhole guards in the United States.

Dick was gregarious and had an incredible zest for life. He was a golf fanatic, an avid fisherman, but above all, he adored his family. His memory is cherished and he is sorely missed.