Already for this years Convention so so excited!!!

[vacfan6384]

well I am already for this year's big Vac Convention sadly I cannot bring any of my collection to show off since I am flying but have everything booked and paid for. I look forward to this every year and seeing all the nice fellow collectors that attend. I have learned so much attending these conventions. I am getting so excited what I will buy and find this year!! ! I hope some year it will be in a town I can drive to but every new convention is a adventure. Vac Convention 2016 here I come YAY!!!

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Sam!

I'm so glad we're going together and rooming again.  It WILL be a blast, as usual.  I can't wait to see these people again.

 

[kirbyvertibles]

I know I can't wait!!

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Phillip!

I'm bringing that Convertible 65 (gold) for you.
John

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I talked with Chad tonight.

Things are looking good.


  I'm compiling a "Memoriam" book, honoring all of our deceased members.


  I need your help.


 I need some bio information, and, if anyone has,  pics of them.


 So far, I have:


Terry


Brother Chris


Craig Long


Stacey Krammes


Stan Hagan


Stan Kann


David Waters


 


  If there are others, (I think there are),I'll need info so I can rightfully honor them.


 Thanks.


  John

 

[countryguy]

Wasn't there someone named Austin?

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Hi John,
I was just thinking about that last night. Awesome, I have money for you.
I'm very excited for you to bring it but more importantly I'm more excited to see all of my good friends like you!!

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Also Shaylee, managed to get time off so she will be my guest. Oh Lord she has no idea what's she's getting herself into. I'm very excited for her to meet all the people I talk about all the time (favorably of course). I really think this year will be amazing. I have such a good feeling about it. I mean it's Chicago! That alone is exciting plus getting to see some old friends non of us have seen in a long time up there. Yup I'm getting butterflies!

 

[universaldave1]

Convention schedule?

Last year there was a Schedule of events. I haven't seen one at all this year. I'll include last year's schedule so you can see what I mean. Definitely looking forward to seeing everybody this year!

 

[kloveland]

Clayton check your email. A schedule of events was sent out in the newsletter. I will post an updated version on our VCCC website very soon.

Thanks!

http://www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.org/annual-convention/

 

[kloveland]

FYI!

The convention schedule is now posted on the VCCC website. Please click on the link below. Remember this is a tentative schedule.
Thanks!

http://www.vacuumcleanercollectorsclub.org/annual-convention/

 

[vac-o-matic]

Thanks Kenny! I'm really looking forward to it. I have to say since 2006 I've attended all but a couple of conventions, and have had a really good time at each one. Looking forward to seeing old friends and making some new ones!

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Rick, that was such a good year, heck they all are but that one holds a special place for me as my first convention. I've only missed 2 since.

 

[charleskirby66]

The Convention sounds awesome! I wish I could afford to go, but alas a trip to the Midwest is just not in the budget. I wish you all a great time, so envious and wish I could play too!

 

[Miss Mercy]

gottahaveahoover

Austin Wilder 1988 - 2011

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Thank you, so much!

CAn you give me some details, please?

 

[caligula]

Hi John I'm sure some of the very first members are gone, I know George Bourghill is, but I don't have the exact dates oh yes, Peter Vudue, again no dates.

 

[electrolux137]

~
~


 


George Bourhill


 


One of the first fellow-collectors I met (via phone and mail only) -- in 1991, via Stan Kann. A funeral director and church organist, he was a "closet" vacuum cleaner collector. His family had no idea of his passion until after his death when they began to go through his (apparently rather cluttered house) and found a basement full of old (mostly 1920s) vacuum cleaners. They found my name and contact info in his files and got in touch to let me know he had passed away.



http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/northjersey/obituary.aspx?n=george-bourhill&pid=345452

 

[electrolux137]

~
~


Peter Vidou


 


Among the more "colorful" club members -- anecdotes about him are the stuff of legend.


 



http://www.ancientfaces.com/person/peter-vidou/10272886

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Thanks, everyone.

What was Brother Chris's last name?


  I'm not getting photos, etc... the memorial book might just be a book with names. In time, perhaps, I'll add pics/little stories,etc.


If members can think of any others, please feel free.  I'd hate to slight anyone.


 John

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Greg Fildes and I spoke today.

Looks like he'll be joining us too.  He'll be w/ fun friends, vacums. and NO KEVIN!!!


 We'll laugh from the minute we enter the hotel until it's all over.


 Yay!


 John

 

[kirbyvertibles]

John, Brother Chris was Chris Lambert. He passed away last year but I don't have the dates. The church sent me as well as many vccc members a letter letting us know he had passed. He was a very sweet man who did so much for his community. He was one of the busiest people I knew, very active in the church.

 

[hoovercelebrity]

Brother Chris Lambert

 

[gottahaveahoove]

Thanks, Fred!

I've been chatting with Chad, Bill Edstrom, etc....it looks like it's going to be a great event. There are a few 'clinics' I believe, a nice trip to a very large store, events, sales, raffles, contests, yes, a banquet which everyone loves to attend.
I'm bringing things to sell, trade, as well as personally contributing numerous items (some NEW in box), to the raffle. We're getting things very organized, to ensure a smooth event.
I hope to see a lot of you there.
John

 

[vinvac]

Hopefully we get more reservations soon. So far there are less than 15.

 

[vac-o-matic]

Fee question....

I'd like to know if the 75.00 convention fee is refundable if unable to attend. Thanks

 

[vinvac]

Rick

I sent you an email.

Thanks

Morgan

 

[papasvacs]

I'll be there!

<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Just made my flight reservations last night.  I'm flying in on Wednesday afternoon and back out Sunday evening.</span>


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">Can't wait!  So excited to be back with friends who have been so supportive and kind.  And, as John said so eloquently, "NO KEVIN"</span>


 


<span style="font-family: 'comic sans ms', sans-serif;">See you in Chicago!</span>

 

[gottahaveahoove]

I just sent my info in too.

There will be more. 


 It will be great to see you again, Morgan.


 


 John