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Title: A MFCA Sad note
Post by: socko47 on May 04, 2013, 12:19:31 AM: (http://i164.photobucket.com/albums/u11/socko47/vernmail.jpg) (http://s164.photobucket.com/user/socko47/media/vernmail.jpg.html)

It is with great sadness the MFCA Family has to report the passing of Vern Minkwitz. Vern was a long-time member of MFCA, an avid painter, teacher, and participant in many figure shows. He had a wealth of knowledge of history, modeling materials, and technique. He is well known for the quality of his flat painting, even after making the move from oils to acrylics. The modeling community will miss him.
Title: Re: A MFCA Sad note
Post by: kevind on May 04, 2013, 06:04:45 AM: This is indeed, sad news. Vern was a truly good man and fine friend. Next weeks MFCA Show will seem smaller without him.
Rest in Peace my friend.
Kevin
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Post by: Larry Lee on May 04, 2013, 11:37:39 AM: This is indeed sad news. Vern was devoted to this hobby and could always be counted for a good story.
Title: Re: A MFCA Sad note
Post by: socko47 on May 04, 2013, 06:29:23 PM: Some additional information regarding Vern.

Vern's date of birth was Sept 20,1945, he was 67 years old. He passed away May 3, 2013. His death was peaceful with his family in attendance.

His wife, Margaret, has expressed Vern's strong belief in the mission of the Artists Preservation Group and asked that donations be made to them in Vern's honor.

http://www.artistpreservationgroup.com/

APG
2221 Hunter Road SW
Roanoke, VA U.S.A. 24015

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/philly/obituary.aspx?n=vernon-minkwitz&pid=164620466#fbLoggedOut
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Post by: Brian on May 05, 2013, 06:09:42 AM: Sad news indeed, didn't know him but sounds like one of the good guys.
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Post by: PJDeluhery on May 06, 2013, 11:14:29 AM: I'm very sorry to hear of Vern's passing. I always enjoyed his company and his art. Rest in Peace, old friend!
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Post by: johnr on May 06, 2013, 02:26:21 PM: I'm also very sorry to hear of Vern's passing. I met Vern many times at Kulmbach and at several of the World Expos. He was a fine flats painter. My condolences to Margaret and family.