Another passing

[Fred]

Why don't you guys post pics of the plaques in his honor?

[Hankphenom]

So very sorry to hear this. Ernie was such a warm and enthusiastic guy, and his plaques were beautiful and unique. A real fixture of the old Philly shows.

[zimp]

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[Leon]

Originally Posted by zimp

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I will help if you send the pic to me at leon@net54baseball.com

and I must say it is always sad to hear of another friendly collector no longer being with us. RIP Ernie

[Rich Klein]

Leon -- if you want to take a photo of mine -- I'll bring mine on Saturday. Might not be a bad idea.

And let's do lunch next week. My new job is near you and we can pick a mutual place and time

Rich

[tedzan]

This is very sad news. Ernie Montella was one of the nicest guys in this hobby. I first met Ernie in 1983 when we both set-up
at the famous Willow Grove Philly Show.

In the early 1990's, Ernie and friends established the Philadelphia A's Historical Society in Hatboro, PA. Every November they
would sponsor Breakfast gathering featuring former A's ballplayers (including Connie Mack III.....who kept us spellbound with
his stories of his famed Grandfather).

GOD Bless your soul Ernie....and, may He comfort your family and friends.


TED Z
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[roarfrom34]

Originally Posted by Fred

Why don't you guys post pics of the plaques in his honor?

Ernie made this for me in 1984 (the autograph was added at a later date). I remember him telling how he looked for cards with damaged backs (they were perfect for his projects):

[Shoebox]

Originally Posted by roarfrom34

Ernie made this for me in 1984 (the autograph was added at a later date). I remember him telling how he looked for cards with damaged backs (they were perfect for his projects):

Nice looking item for sure! Thanks for sharing it. It's a nice tribute.

Condolences to his friends and loved ones.

[BruceinGa]

Very nice plaque. Sounds like a great guy. rip

[SteveMitchell]

Ernie was one our our hobby's all-time great guys. My wife Linda and I did Willow Grove (PA) shows in 1982-83, usually in conjunction with a trip to our native Maine from our then-home in Ohio. One of the first fellows to greet us (as a longtime friend) was Ernie Montella. We spent hours enjoying good conversation and Ernie's high-quality plaques over those three or four shows so long ago. Thirty-five years have truly flown! Ernie Montella will be missed by us - and many others!