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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Ted Zanidakis
It is very sad to report that one of the great guys in this hobby has left us. Philly Show regulars since the early 1970's |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Rich Klein
I will miss him |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Larry G.
Tony was one of the hobby's nicest dealers and with Rose always there, made you feel at home. My sincerest condolences to Rose, and their two children , he will be missed by those lucky enough to know him. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Anonymous
Whenever I attended the Willow Grove/Fort Washington shows Tony was usually one of the first dealers I would visit. His knowledge of cards was tremendous. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: ethicsprof
very sad news. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Alan
I remember talking to him frequently at the Ft. Washington shows about the 76ers. He was a nice man. My deepest condolences too. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Tim Newcomb
I don't often respond to obit posts, but in this case I have to. Tony and Rose's table was always a wonderful destination for me at the Ft/ Wash/Reading show. Mike Peich and I would spend a lot of time each day just chatting with them. It will be very sad to pass their table at the next show and not see him, or them. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Jim Rivera
I am sad to hear this. I have had many deals at the Philly show with Tony and his wife. He was easy to deal with. Great selection of vintage cards and many T206 HOFers with tough backs. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Mike Peich
I am hesitant to respond in a public way to the passing of a man I called a friend, but Tony was a very special man, and a very public man. As Tim Newcomb said earlier, Tony appreciated collectors who were as passionate about their hobby as he was. There were many times when I was looking for a card, whether as part of a set, or as a type, that Tony would tell me to buy the card at the price he was asking. "Trust me," he would say, "you won't regret it." And I never did. He was an extremely generous man who genuinely enjoyed helping others collect. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Shoebox Cards
Tony and his wife were and will always be hobby legends. They were the kindest and most caring people you will ever meet and were always together at shows. Our prayers are with him and his family. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Dan P.
I first met Tony in 1979. We had been friends ever since. He will be missed. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Fred C
Wow, this is sad. I met him at a National a few years back, we talked for a long time about collecting. He seemed like a very passionate "old school" collector/dealer. I ended up buying a McCarthy OJ from him. He left a lasting impression. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Peck
Very sad to hear. Tony was such a super person and so much fun to be around. I felt very privileged to have tables next to him at Willow Grove in the 1980's. Seeing Tony always seemed more important to me than the show. Thank you for the post. Our prayers go out to family and friends. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: shane Leonard
Tony and Rose were a great team. As many people have said, they were so kind to all. They really had a love for each other and a love for the hobby. Not very many people were created like these two. I would like to send Rose something but all I have is her phone number and P.O. Box. If anyone has a physical address where I can send flowers, would you mind sending me a private email (shaneleo@aol.com)? |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Lance
Tony and Rose were 2 of the first people I met in the hobby. As stated above, he was an absolute attribute to the hobby and and a wonderful person to talk with. I spoke with him 10 or so days ago and had planned a trip to see him in the spring. I personally will miss his vast knowledge and will hold onto the little time I had spent with him close to my heart. My prayers will be with Rose and the rest of the Carafiell family. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Ted Zanidakis
If anyone would like to express their condolences directly to the Carrafiell family, you can email me for his mailing address. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Ted Zanidakis
There are many great experiences and conversations with Tony many of us could share with everyone. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Bob Lemke
You know, as much as Tony knew about cards, he also had the extensive (back to the 1970s) knowledge about the hobby, the hobbyists and the ballplayers with whom he'd dealt. I always looked forward to the wee hours of the morning in the hospitality rooms (remember those?) at the major shows when Tony would "talk shop." |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: dan mckee
Well stated Bob Lemeke! I fully agree. Tony was a great friend and a true old timer in the hobby. He will be greatly missed. Dan and Dan Mckee's |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Mike Peich
Sadly, I paid last respects to Tony, and shared some time with Rose and her family, yesterday at the viewing. There was a large crowd present to honor Tony and his memory, not surprising for a man of his stature and good will. |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: jay wolt
Horrible news! |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Adam
On Behalf the family we would like to extend our deepest appreciation to everyone for their prayers, thoughts, and kind words in your postings. This has meant a lot us and we are all grateful for your support and friendship! |
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Hobby veteran Tony Carrafiell passes away
Posted By: Kevin Savage
Tony was a great hobbyist- who was always quick with a smile and a hello when I'd see him at a show. He will be missed. My sincere sympthies to Rose and the family. |
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