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SEATTLE AREA EVENTS
calendar of Shows, Special Events, Auctions
the only events endorsed by WSSCA is the actual WSSCA ANNUAL SHOW in June, and the new WINTER CONVENTION in November. This calendar is listed as a public service for our members and friends. Please contact the show promoter to verify times, dates and venues.
please contact us, if you would like your event listed
WASHINGTON STATE SPORTS COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION
5th year at the Same Location
Meridian Park Elementary School in Shoreline Washington.
June 4 & 5, 2011
$600.00 in Show Merchandise Gift Certificates will be given away!
for further information
email us at: 
WASHINGTON STATE SPORTS COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION
November 13th and 14th
Show Location:
MERIDIAN PARK SCHOOL
IN SHORELINE, WASHINGTON
$600.00 in Show Merchandise Gift Certificates will be given away!
For more information, see the Dealer Info section of this web site
Tired of going through Beanie Babies, Comics, Coins, Pokemon/Magic cards at shows? Want to see just great sports collectibles - both current and vintage. Then THIS is a show you need to attend. This show offers a great opportunity for collectors to bring in items to sell or trade. Dealers can also give you an idea of the value of your items.
There will be 43 tables. As usual, there will be a lot of older memorabilia dealers. This is not your typical show. In fact, this is the best show in the state for older material from a wide variety of sports. We also have the nation's longest running annual Summer show, held on the weekend after Memorial Day. Both shows are hosted by collectors for collectors by the Washington State Sports Collectors Association.
or call: 206.914.1614
MERIDIAN PARK SCHOOL SPORTS CARD AND
COLLECTIBLE SHOW
(Twin Oaks Productions)
DRIVING DIRECTIONS for the Meridian Park shows:
Meridian Park School.
Corner of North 175th Street and Meridian Avenue North in Shoreline Washington.
(Just North of Seattle - West of I-5, East of Highway 99)
Take Exit #176 off of I-5, go West 1 block.
SPORTS STUFF:
New and Vintage Sports Cards; Rookies and Inserts; Racing and NASCAR; Autographed Items; Hobby Supplies; Sports Illustrated and other sports magazines.
OTHER COLLECTIBLES:
Comics; Toys; Hot Wheels; Beanie Babies; Star Wars; Magic; Yu-Gi-Oh and Pokeman cards; Heroclix and Action Figures.
25 Table Show! Only $25 per 8 foot table. Two large TVs for Sports.
FREE ADMISSION AND LOTS OF FREE, CLOSE-BY PARKING!
For more information call:
Twin Oaks Shows at: 206-533-2009
or email: twinoakspro@hotmail.com
Visit their web site at: www.twinoaksshows.com
IN MEMORIAM
Members and friends of WSSCA that we have lost
July 19th. 2008. Rob Houlahan
In the last few years, we’ve lost several of our valued club members. It's always hard to lose a friend, but it’s always harder when it comes unexpectedly, and to someone who was still relatively young of age, and definitely young at heart.
On Saturday evening, July 19th, we lost another dear friend, and beloved club member, when Rob Houlahan passed away of heart failure at the age of 51. Rob had been in Evergreen Hospital after suffering his 4th heart attack in the past couple of years. He had rallied back, and was apparently doing better Friday, but early Saturday morning he took a turn for the worst, lost consciousness, and passed away peacefully later that evening. His mother, & family, were at his side.
Rob had been dealing with many health issues over the past few years, not the least of which resulted in the amputation of his right leg below the knee. Throughout it all, Rob always maintained a positive attitude, and dealt with it head on. He never seemed to let it get him down.
Rob, his mother, May Ellen, and his father, Bill, had been long time members, and very active in supporting the club throughout that time. We lost Bill several years ago, but Rob & May Ellen continued their support, most visibly by being the mainstay at our admissions table at every club show for the past many years.
Beyond that, Rob had an abiding love for baseball. He & May Ellen attended Mariner Spring Training every year, and they were season ticket holders, & rarely missed a game. And he loved collecting autographs & baseball memorabilia. Rob always had stories to tell, about how he got this item or that item, and he always had a smile on his face when he told them. Now, he will be able to watch, and play, baseball anytime he wants. He's with the greats of the game. Rob is happy now. And he will not soon be forgotten.
Our sincere, & heartfelt, condolences go out to May Ellen, and the Houlahan family. A memorial service for Rob will be held on Sunday, July 27th, at 2:30PM at the North Kirkland Community Center, 12421-103rd Ave. N.E. in Kirkland, WA.
September 2007. Bill Norgren
with heavy heart, WSSCA announces the passing of member BILL NORGREN. an active member and friendly face at our club meetings. Bill loved all sports with a passionate love of Washington State High School Football. He was an active member in our discussions. He was our friend. He will be missed by all.
quoted from the Seattle Times 9/19/07
William A. "Big Bill" Norgren: Passed away September 14, 2007 in Renton. In 2000, Bill retired from the Tukwila School District after 30 years of service. He was a long time member of the Washington State Sports Collectors Association and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife of 37 1/2 years, Dixie; nieces, Natalie, Sarah, Emily and Norene, family and friends. In lieu of a service, memorials may be made to Children's Hospital. Bill's final request was for his family and friends to enjoy life and to be kind to one another.
June 2005. Paul Gustafson
WSSCA membership is sad to announce the passing of PAUL GUSTAFSON, one of our very first members. Paul was a collector historian par excellence. His love of baseball was known by all. He spent every spare moment, umpiring baseball games during the season. In the winter, basketball was his passion. He never missed an event. He was a friend and he will be missed.
the following was published in the News Tribune (Tacoma) on 6/29/2005:
PAUL C. GUSTAFSON Paul C. Gustafson, 64, a lifetime resident of Gig Harbor, born June 13, 1941, and passed away June 25, 2005. A 1959 graduate of Peninsula High School, Paul obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Seattle University. He retired from accounting for Globe Manufacturing, then worked in Real Estate for 15 years. He was an avid sports enthusiast, including attending local professional events, umpiring for amateur ball teams and was time keeper for Peninsula High School Basketball for 45 years. Paul was an active member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his parents Carl and Marie Gustafson. Paul is survived by many cousins, locally and abroad. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Gig Harbor on Friday, July 1 at 1:00 p.m., with interment at Artondale Cemetery. Remembrances may be made to St. Nicholas Catholic Church, 3510 Rosedale Street, or the Gig Harbor Peninsula Historical Society, PO Box 744, both of Gig Harbor, WA 98335. Arrangements are by Haven of Rest Funeral Home, Gig Harbor.
February 2005. Ralph Winnie
WSSCA membership is sad to announce the passing of RALPH WINNIE, one of our founding members. Ralph was an avid baseball enthusiast and autograph collector extraordinaire. He was warm. He was a friend. He will be missed.
click here to read the 2/12/05 Seattle Times article
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