Chief Flight Instructor/Board Position

We still need to fill the position of Chief Flight Instructor for 2022. This is a great position for someone that enjoys teaching and mentoring young individuals. The job is more coordination than anything, but affords a lot of hands on work as well. If you are interested, please reply here. Thanks in advance for your consideration.

Snow Plowing Service

We need help with periodic snow removal at the East Field. The hours stink and the pay is lousy, but you will have the eternal gratitude and appreciation of our entire membership. Obviously, we cannot pay you much, but are willing to reimburse fuel expenses. Please contact our Field Marshall if you would like to help us out.

Also, if you know someone (and they have to be a club member) that does this, let us know that too. Again, thanks for your help and consideration.

Jefco Aeromod’lers will be hosting their annual RC Auction this year at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds on Jan 29th.

Our dear member and fellow modeler, Werner Illig, passed away on November 29th. Werner was 88 at the time of his passing and had been a member of AAM since July of 1991. His wife, Janice, commented that Werner derived a great deal of enjoyment from the hobby and, in particular, his membership with the Club. Werner expressly desired to not have a public memorial. As such, the family had a small, private service.  However, if you wish to express your condolences to the family, please see the intra-Club weekly update from Joe Pirozzoli, dated 12/27/2021, for instructions and an address. The family has specifically requested that not send flowers.

Farewell to Our Good Friend, and a Great Member

Dewey Louderback

I want to bid a fond farewell to a good friend, a super guy, and a really great member, Dewey Louderback.  Dewey and his family are moving back to Sydney, NE (which is where I believe they are originally from).  They are leaving within the next week or so and he will truly be missed.  Our records show that Dewey has been a member of AAM since 2011, although it seems quite a bit longer.  He has had a tremendously positive impact on our Club and made many, many wonderful contributions.  I’m sure I won’t be able to do him justice, because Dewey volunteered for everything!  If you need any proof, all you need to do is scan the photo galleries on Lee Jay’s website.  Dewey is everywhere!  Here are some of the things I can give him credit for:

• It seemed as though Dewey was at every work party, ever organized.  I don’t think I was ever at a work party where he was not present.
• He also made numerous special construction contributions.  The two that come immediately to mind are the mast for the East Field solar panel and mounting the large “propeller” on the peak of the East pavilion.
• Dewey was a flight instr uctor for many years and served on the Board as Chief Flight Instructor from 2016-2017.
• Dewey participated in the Harvest Festival Parades, Airshows and Open houses.
• Dewey hauled the boat and/or organized dozens of Float Fly’s held at Vern lake.
• Dewey participated in several Arvada Parks events and demonstrations.
• Dewey was an Airboss at WOTR, every year (as I recall).
• Dewey has been involved in almost everything we’ve done for the past 10 years.

I cannot think of anything that Dewey hasn’t participated in.  However, the one thing that Dewey may best be known for, are his wonderful “foamie creations”.  Dewey has designed and built some of the most unique and interesting foamies any of us have ever seen (or are likely to ever see again).  I know that there are many, many of us that own a “Dewey-built” Polaris.  And I, for one, will never part with it.

A more decent, humble and generous man, you may never know.  If you happen to run into Dewey, please make sure you shake his hand, thank him, and wish him and his family bon voyage and a happy life!

Once again, I am very sad to report the loss of one of our fellow members. Brian Gates reported to me that his father, Sidney Gates (88), passed away on 5/15/2021. Many of you know that ‘Sid’ was one of the giants of our hobby and very well known throughout the Denver RC community. He was also one of the founding members of the Denver RC Eagles (i.e. Cherry Creek).

I first met Sid (a couple of years ago) when he was out flying with Brian. I remember writing about Father’s and Son’s enjoying this the hobby together, and highlighting the fact that these 2 fella’s were not a “typical” father and son. I also remember thinking how special it was that, after so many years, they were still enjoying this great hobby together. I will pass along details about a memorial and an obituary as they are available. Until then, please join me in extending condolences to Brian and their family and wishing Godspeed Sit Gates!

You can see Sid’s flying in the videos he posted to his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/sidgates/videos

Here is some ancient flying: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OkJfP6ZDeA&t=11s

Sid’s memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 30 at 11:00am., at Olinger Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6601 S. Colorado Blvd. Centennial, CO 80121. Memorial donations may be sent to either Air Force Aid Society or The American Heart Association.  You can read his obituary at the link below

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/centennial-co/sidney-gates-10200776

May 2021 Silent Auction will begin at 12 pm, Wednesday, 5/5/2021.  The Auction will run for 10 days, ending at 12 pm, Saturday 5/15/2020.

TWO WAYS TO VIEW ITEMS FOR AUCTION

1. Items will be posted with pictures here
2. Item will be available to see, evaluate, and “kick the tires” as-is in the U‐Haul shed on the east side of the east field canopy. (Right next to the Sani‐Can).

NOTE:  THERE IS NO BIDDING VIA THE WEBSITE, BIDDING CAN ONLY BE DONE IN PERSON at the field (see below).

Instructions for Bidding

ALL BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE FIELD via the bid sheet on the item.
Each item will have a bid sheet with a brief description, an established STARTING BID, and a BIDDING MINIMUM INCREASE AMOUNT. The bid sheet will require your name, email address, phone contact, and your bid amount. To bid, remove the bid sheet for the item from the plastic cover and enter your information. Replace the bid sheet back in the plastic cover. Please be sure the bid sheet remains attached to the item.

HOW TO PAY (if you win)
Each auction will end on the designated Saturday, at 12 pm. All items must be picked up and paid for NO LATER than 2 pm. Items cannot be stored. A designated person will be near the U-Haul shed to accept your payment. We can only accept CHECK or CASH‐in the EXACT amount.  Checks should be made out to: Arvada Associated Modelers.

OTHER ITEMS AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE
In addition to the items that will be sold through the bidding process, there will also be other items for immediate sale. These items are RC airplane and building accessories. The items are available for sale/payment anytime during the auction, no bidding required. To purchase, deposit the amount indicated on the price tag in the “Donations” receptacle in the U-Haul shed. This can be done anytime during the auction. Again, no bidding required. You will need EXACT CASH amount or CHECK made out to: Arvada Associated Modelers.

PLEASE ONLY 1 PERSON IN THE SHED AT A TIME and be sure and LOCK the SHED when you leave!!!

If you have any questions please contact Mark Stenson, and good luck!

Silent Auction #7 will begin at 12 pm, Wednesday, 3/3/2021.  The Auction will run for 10 days, ending at 12 pm, Saturday 3/20/2020.  This auction has been extended due to the expected winter storm 3/13/2020.

TWO WAYS TO VIEW ITEMS FOR AUCTION

1. Items will be posted with pictures here
2. Item will be available to see, evaluate, and “kick the tires” as-is in the U‐Haul shed on the east side of the east field canopy. (Right next to the Sani‐Can).

NOTE:  THERE IS NO BIDDING VIA THE WEBSITE, BIDDING CAN ONLY BE DONE IN PERSON at the field (see below).

Instructions for Bidding

ALL BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED AT THE FIELD via the bid sheet on the item.
Each item will have a bid sheet with a brief description, an established STARTING BID, and a BIDDING MINIMUM INCREASE AMOUNT. The bid sheet will require your name, email address, phone contact, and your bid amount. To bid, remove the bid sheet for the item from the plastic cover and enter your information. Replace the bid sheet back in the plastic cover. Please be sure the bid sheet remains attached to the item.

HOW TO PAY (if you win)
Each auction will end on the designated Saturday, at 12 pm. All items must be picked up and paid for NO LATER than 2 pm. Items cannot be stored. A designated person will be near the U-Haul shed to accept your payment. We can only accept CHECK or CASH‐in the EXACT amount.  Checks should be made out to: Arvada Associated Modelers.

OTHER ITEMS AND ACCESSORIES FOR SALE
In addition to the items that will be sold through the bidding process, there will also be other items for immediate sale. These items are RC airplane and building accessories. The items are available for sale/payment anytime during the auction, no bidding required. To purchase, deposit the amount indicated on the price tag in the “Donations” receptacle in the U-Haul shed. This can be done anytime during the auction. Again, no bidding required. You will need EXACT CASH amount or CHECK made out to: Arvada Associated Modelers.

PLEASE ONLY 1 PERSON IN THE SHED AT A TIME and be sure and LOCK the SHED when you leave!!!

If you have any questions please contact Mark Stenson, and good luck!