O.f.w.

[stgeorge64]

Although i never had any contact with Ben, I always read his posts with interest as he clearly knew his field inside out and seemed ever willing to share his knowledge.

However, more than that I never ever saw him post with a snide, rude or inflammatory comment. Something that some of the current membership here might take heed of.

RIP.

Regards Richard.

[mloppkit]

I have to agree with Mr Saris "What a loss to the collecting world!!"

Ben has left a void in the now aptly named 'OFW - Flag, Pennant and Standard Forum' that can never be filled. His enthusiasm was infectious and his knowledge and experience equal only to his passion. Ben was always eager to assist wherever possible and whenever he could- yet he was humble and always prepared to consider alternate views and opinions. He was always courteous and helpful and never condescending. Ben was always just a post, or a PM or an email away and would respond in a timely manner to either the most trivial or challenging question. The WAF (and indeed the entire collecting world) will never be the same without him, he has taught us all so much and I will be forever grateful for his guidance, advice and assistance over the years. Taken from us much too soon, RIP Ben,

Missing your presence here already,
Michael

[Chet Sowersby]

Such sad news. A huge loss for the forum but more so for his family. Rest in peace Ben, you will be missed....

Chet

[dasboot2011]

Rip Ben! Like others said very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. When I started out on here I was 16 and he helped me out a lot even with newb questions. Won’t be the same.

[Christopher G.]

Such sad news for everyone...Ben was always there for everyone. You will certainly be missed

Regards,
Chris

[Robert H]

very very sad news, a mentor and a friend for the Flag community since years and decades.
Always assisted the ones that got questions in the best possible way.

[Normandy]

How lucky we were to have known him, if only here on the forum. His willingness to share his knowledge with other
collectors is that of a teacher to his students.

Rest in Peace Mr. Ben, You will be missed.

John

[DMS]

RIP Ben! We were all very fortunate to have your knowledge and help over the years. You certainly helped me multiple times. My condolences to Ben’s family through this tough time!

[helmetbuyers]

I am so sorry to hear the news. He seemed to have a period photo of every conceivable flag, banner, pennant out there. My prayers to him and his family. Robert

[Nigromontanus]

He helped me just a few months ago with his experience. My sincere condolences to his family.

[all1knew]

really is too bad. RIP buddy.

William Kramer

[NOR_collector]

This is very sad news. Had some good conversations with him over the years.

/André

[kyles bullets]

Sad news. Talked with Ben a few times over the years and he was always was super helpful and friendly. Huge loss to the forum.

[Gene]

Terrible news. Maybe he passed on his knowledge to a family member, who can still post here as OFW

[judas]

sad news very big shoes to full about flags ! thats for sure