My Uncle Howard Passed Away Last Night - Please Post a Coin (or Medal or Currency) from 1928
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My dad was one of 10 children, and my Uncle Howard was the youngest of those ten. He was an icon in the Hospitality and Tourism industry. When he retired from the corporate world decades ago, he became a Professor at Virginia Tech, and was still teaching classes up until just a few months ago, despite his age of 94. About five years ago or so, Virginia Tech even named the Department of Hospitality and Tourism after my Uncle Howard.
After my dad passed away 22 years ago, in a subtle way my Uncle Howard unspokenly "stepped in my dad's shoes". Over those following years, he gave me guidance and strength. We shared many fun times together, things that I would have liked to have shared with my dad. We had a LOT of laughs, as he loved my jokes.
In honor of my Uncle Howard, here are my four coins dated the year he was born. Please post yours.
Thanks.
Steve
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MS66+FH w/CAC:
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I’m sorry for your loss, Steve.
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My condolences for your loss. It is obvious the two of you were close and I expect that Uncle Howard felt the same level of affection toward you as you did toward him.
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Steve, I am sorry to hear that news. What a great man. Here are my two 1928 Saints. One 65+CAC and one 66+CAC
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Condolences to you and your family on the passing of a loved family member.
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I am so sorry, Steven. Just keep his memory fresh in your mind. My families condolences to yours.
Jim
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This 1928 quarter eagle from my raw set is the only nice thing I have from that year.
Steve, I'm extremely saddened to hear about your Uncle Howard, my deepest condolences to you and your family 😢. I can relate, as my uncle often played a fatherly role in my life when my dad and I were not on great terms.
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Sorry for your loss Steve. In your honor Uncle Howard. May you rest in peace.
Sorry to hear Steve
I had to go digging ... here's my favorite 1928 Mercury, from an image taken 15 years ago. Still in the rattler, never seen by CAC, still in the box of keepers.
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Sorry for your Loss. It sounds like he lived a full life. Here is a coin I bought yesterday and took the pics of a few minutes ago, No slab shot yet, 66 CAC
My condolences to his family and friends.
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I am also very sorry for your families loss.
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Sorry to hear, my condolences to you and your family
Mike
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Sorry for your loss!
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Sorry for your loss. He lived a very long life and sounds like he was an extraordinary man.
May our condolences bring you peace during this painful time.
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My condolences. Here's an SLQ in honor of your uncle. Rest in peace.
Steve, I'm very sorry for your loss.
I wish I had a coin from 1928 to post in honor of your Uncle Howard. I don't. Instead, I'll post the most beautiful coin I've ever owned.
Sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, I don't have any coins or currency from 1928. However, my late dad was born in 1928 so here's a picture of him in 1944 with his shipmates just out of boot camp. He's 2nd from the right...
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My condolences
Mr_Spud
RIP U. Howard!
Sorry for your loss.
Steve.
My condolences to you on the passing of your uncle.
Kevin
Very sad to hear, remember the good times and the laughs, that's what life is all about...
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. RIP
I am sorry to hear this news.
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This tumbler cup was made/assayed in London, 1928:
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Sorry for your loss.
My father was born in 1928, passed away early at age 64. I bought this Saint as a tribute to him but it fits Uncle Howard as well.
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Sorry for loss Steve. Thoughts to you and your family. R.I.P. uncle Howard.
Sorry for your loss.
My heartfelt condolences.
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Our condolences!
In honor of your Uncle, my finest 1928!:
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My condolences and prayers for you and the family.
My condolences Steven
Sorry for your loss.
Condolences to family and friends.... No 1928 coins... RickO
I know you'll take comfort in the many fond memories you have of your uncle. In honor of a long life, well lived, here's a well-worn birth year half.
Amazing how a loving family member can step up and really make a positive influence on your life.
I’m sorry for your loss but very happy you have so many wonderful memories. 🙏
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Sounds like an awesome Uncle. I’m so sorry for your loss. 😢 RIP Howard. When I return home I’ll post a SLQ from 1928.
Dave
Your uncle Howard sounds like a really exceptional and productive man. It’s incredible, and a testament to his life and vitality that he was so active until recently as well.
He clearly had a great impact on many life’s, including yours.
My condolences to you and your family Steve. It was a very nice tribute you shared.
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I’m sorry for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss. He is in a much better place now, brother. Please rest on that.
My sincere condolences.
Joe
I don't have a 1928 coin to share, but I still wanted to post and express my condolences for your loss. I am glad you have so many fond memories of your Uncle Howard. May he rest in peace, and your memories live forever.
I am a newer collector (started April 2020), and I primarily focus on U.S. Half Cents and Type Coins. Early copper is my favorite.
Sorry to hear about that.
Here's the only 1928 I have handy, this and my avatar coin.
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