A FOND FAREWELL TO A VINTAGE TOY VENDOR
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.ย. 2024
- A FOND FAREWELL TO A VINTAGE TOY VENDOR
On December 9, 2023 I went to the first of a monthly card, comic, vintage toy, collectible swap meet called Crawfordsville Cards & Collecibles Show ( / logicalcollectibles . I ran into a very friendly, enthusiastic vendor named Layne. He was selling a large vintage Power Rangers collection. That’s not something I have much knowledge in and I don’t personally collect the line - but it all looked so good on his table. I figured I’d take a shot on a few pieces to do some research later. Layne gave me a great deal and it was a pleasure chatting with him. He reached out a few days later and we discussed me buying the entire collection. We didn’t quite come to an agreement on price but we stayed in touch for the next month. He would send me leads or ask questions about different lines. He would send me pictures of his latest pickups. Thru our brief interactions I could tell that he was a really nice guy with a passion for collecting.
Last week, I received a message from Layne’s cousin Bunny. She informed me that Layne had passed away and said that he had talked about our messages and the fact that I bought some stuff at the show. For obvious reasons, she was interested to know if the footage was still available. I had never made that day into a complete video - only because that particular toy line is something I’m still learning about. As a gift to Bunny and the rest of Layne’s family I decided to make this video in memory of him. Just a little snapshot of him doing something he enjoyed. Rest in peace, Layne.
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On December 9, 2023 I went to the first of a monthly card, comic, vintage toy, collectible swap meet called Crawfordsville Cards & Collecibles Show (  / logicalcollectibles . I ran into a very friendly, enthusiastic vendor named Layne. He was selling a large vintage Power Rangers collection. That’s not something I have much knowledge in and I don’t personally collect the line - but it all looked so good on his table. I figured I’d take a shot on a few pieces to do some research later. Layne gave me a great deal and it was a pleasure chatting with him. He reached out a few days later and we discussed me buying the entire collection. We didn’t quite come to an agreement on price but we stayed in touch for the next month. He would send me leads or ask questions about different lines. He would send me pictures of his latest pickups. Thru our brief interactions I could tell that he was a really nice guy with a passion for collecting.
Last week, I received a message from Layne’s cousin Bunny. She informed me that Layne had passed away and said that he had talked about our messages and the fact that I bought some stuff at the show. For obvious reasons, she was interested to know if the footage was still available. I had never made that day into a complete video - only because that particular toy line is something I’m still learning about. As a gift to Bunny and the rest of Layne’s family I decided to make this video in memory of him. Just a little snapshot of him doing something he enjoyed. Rest in peace, Layne.
R.i.P what a great guy 🙏
oof, right in the feels
Oh my goodness
I tip my hat to you, Anthony. Thanks for all you do.
you’re a good dude, anthony. RIP big fella, you can take it easy now.
I am not a collector of toys, but I have always watched your videos because of your friendliness and just the way you treat people. And there was nothing short of that in this video. I read your pinned comment and Anthony you are the kind of person this world needs more of. You have the upmost compassion for fellow man, and it’s awesome to see in todays society. You have a heart of gold, God bless you, your family, and friends. Thank you for being so kind and caring.
Thank you so much!
Froggy Flips always a class act. May Layne Rest Easy. what a nice tribute to him and gift for his family. Strong Work my friend 😊
So sorry to hear of Layne’s passing! It’s cool to just see someone simply doing something they loved. That’s what life is all about ❤ Sending lotsa luv to his family!!
Life is about memories and that was a nice one
@@Mardigrasman23 I agree 👍
So nice of you to give this guy a farewell like this. Rip Layne, now you’re in all of our memories. ❤️
That dude is what we should all hope to be. Passionate as all hell about stuff we love.
Layne was a very very nice guy! Sending my love, condlences & prayers to anyone connected with Layne and to his friends and family. U in our prayers. Much love from The Netherlands. ❤❤
What an awesome tribute! He seems like a genuinely nice guy. Having recently lost my mother, my sincere condolences go out to anyone who was touched by this man's vibrance for life.
Condolences to Laynes family. You can tell from this video how much he loved what he was doing. What a kind gesture for you to post this video for his family to see him doing what he loves.
My condolences to Layne's family. How kind of you to post this video for them.
Bless your kind heart for doing this for him Anthony. ❤️ sending our condolences and prayers for Layne’s family.
Sitting here in Denmark on a rainy night and watching this video and it made my day. I have enjoyed many of your toy hunting videos over the past year but this made me hit that like button and finally subscribe to your class act channel. Great to see you doing such a kind gesture to another person you only knew for a short while. :)
"So shines a good deed in a weary world". Well Done Mr.Flips! RIP Layne.
Mighty Morphan Power Rangers was big growing up. My mother, God rest her soul, sewed outfits for my sister and I. The show and toys were big in my family. I did not get into the newer stuff. 90s toys just hits the nostalgia. When you meet people like this they leave you happy. Like, that man enjoyed his collection and he wanted you to be apart of it too. Amen to that. Its unfortunate that he passed but im glad you were able to meet and the family reached out. Godspeed
You’re such a great guy! That’s why everyone loves to see you and talk with you everywhere you go.
RIP Layne
May his memory be a blessing🙏🏻💐
This is awesome of you to do this for him and his family
thanks for sharing this video and story. Looks like he enjoyed talking toys and hey do what you love. RIP and prayers to his family.
My sincerest condolences to his family. Thank you for uploading this for his family and friends, may they find peace. Thank you Froggy.
This is the second time I have ever commented on any video. I watch this channel, and I am subscribed. I have very little interest in toys or collecting toys, but I love your videos. A sense of community pervades all of your videos, and this is why I watch. Thank you for showing this world and the people that live there. I am sorry for the passing of your friend.
Froggy your politeness and genuine nature always shines through, it's a shame Layne passed. He looked like a big enough guy, I'm not far behind him sizewise, it's a message to all of us to stay healthy and get out for a few minutes walking every day. That's not a slur against Layne, he could have had any number of non weight related health issues, just a comment on on the overweight nature of our society in general. We don't eat well enough and we don't exercise enough either. I need to spend less time organising my vintage toys and watching youtube, and more time out in the fresh air! Love your work.
You're a class act Froggy Flips. I am sure this video means a lot to the family. Can tell you are not just a lover of toys, but this collecting community as well. 🌮🐺
Long Live Layne! Such a beautiful gesture for uploading this footage for Layne's family, I hope it brings his family comfort seeing him and hearing his voice! Remember to cherish everyday and the ones you care and love! You're a Legend Froggy!
Of all the videos I've watched of yours the thing that impresses me the most is how well behaved your child was in one of them. You're obviously a good Father and it shows. Also your gesture here as well. All the best to you sir. Keep up the great work :)
So sorry to hear of his passing. At first I didn't know who Layne specifically was even with the thumbnail but knew i might find out if i continued watching. I did think it was so awesome how enthusiastic and knowledgeable the one gentleman was about the power ranger collection, my jaw dropped when I realized thats who it was. Thanks for sharing with us and his family.
That‘s very kind of you! A very passionate collecter! RIP
Froggy, I found your channel by pure chance, I am a huge toy lover and love watching your videos. Thanks for making TH-cam a better place and you are a wonderful soul for putting this tribute up for Layne and his family. May he rest in peace! Keep up the good work LOVE YA!
Awwww😢 I'm so sorry for his friends and family xx
RIP Layne. Thanks for being one of the good guys .
My most sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
You know I’ve been watching you for awhile and you are super kind. This was a very positive video showing how passionate people are when they are in their element. He obviously loves collectables and loved you! Prays go out to his family he seemed like a very gentle soul.
I have such fond memories of me and my sons watching Power Rangers before school. Seems like 20yrs has flown by.
Awesome video as always and a great tribute to a fellow collector!
So sorry to hear that he passed away. This was a very nice tribute video that you shared. RIP Layne! Prayers and condolences to his family and friends. 😢
Fitting tribute. May he rest in peace.
Great Video Anthony, very nice of you to do this.
Sorry to hear about his passing. He seemed like a nice person. Thanks for sharing this footage.
Nice guy, sorry to hear of his passing. Great Video
Very nice of you! RIP Layne
Rip Layne you seemed like an awesome knowledgeable guy! Anythony your amazing guy to put the spot light on someone else you always seem to go out the way to make sure the people who take the time out there day to say hi make them feel scene 🙏🏼
R.i.p Layne. May the power protect Layne's families and friends! Once a ranger, always a ranger!! ❤
Very cool of you to do this for Layne and his family.❤
Thanks man!
O wow my condolences to the family and friends. He was a cool guy who love his Power Rangers and vintage toys. thank you for sharing this with us froggy.
Froggy flips this is why I keep watchn brother godbless the Layne family and keep up the great work my kids are amazed at all the cool toy❤
He really did seem like such a nice guy. I'm only a year or two older than him too according to the age he said when Power Rangers first began. It's sad seeing such a warm spirited soul go so shortly. I don't know him outside this video you made, but my heart goes out to his family. Bunny, if you and your family is watching, I hope you all get through your loss without much struggle. Best wishes. ❤️
That’s a beautiful gift for his family. You’re a class act Froggy.
Treasure hunting in the rain, you're definitely Dedicated Froggy. 💁🏿♂️🐸
That’s what I do!
Your passion for everyone and everything really shone through on this one Anthony. If there were a lot more people in this life with your passion and thoughtfulness wed live in a lot better world hail ti you and r.i.p layne even though I don't know him....JULES IN THE UK
Such a great tribute..you sir, are definitely a class act. Condolences to the family.
Bunny, sorry for your lost. Layne sounded like a great guy
Wish he had seen this video. It would have made him proud! His sudden death was
very sad. I am very sorry. May the .memories of Layne bring you much comfort. 😢
You're a stand up guy Anthony. I appreciate that immortalized him here on your channel. Blessings to his family and God speed Layne. 🙏
Man sad to hear of laynes passing but I bet he helped make a few future toy enthusiasts with his love of toys my heart goes out to the family 😎🇬🇧✌️
HE LOOK'S LIKE A VERY COOOOOOL GUY!!!!!! THANK'S 4 SHARING!!! AND PEACE BE WITH ALL OF US!!!!❤👍🙏🐸
So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. Sending big love to anyone who is hurting ❤
So sorry to hear about his passing! He really seemed like a nice guy! My condolences to his family and you!
I'm pretty sure that Layne's family and friends are appreciated you put out this video for him. They can go back and watch what he was passionated about. R.I.P. Layne.
No intro, no outro, not making this about yourself, Anthony, you are truly a class act.
RIP Layne, we just met you but your passion for collecting will be missed.
You can tell he had a passion for power rangers and he was happy to share it with the world. Rest in peace Layne. Once a ranger, always a ranger🙏🏼
I knew from the first time watching one of your videos and seeing the Misfits album in the background that you was a cool cat with good taste. This right here though, is what separates you from the rest of the channels. Such a nice thing to do and it is so rare to see someone who is always respectful to fans and vendors. Love ya!
I appreciate that!
...1.49....Titanus!!...have fond memories of being dragged out of a cafe and down the street to the local toy shop to have this toy pointed out to me...front and centre in the display window....still occasionally giggle about it now...Titanus indeed!....
Haven't watched it yet. I really appreciate this! I know Layne is looking down on us proud! Thanks so much! Brennen from Logical Collectibles
Awesome! I only knew him for a month or so but he definitely seemed like a great guy!
@@FroggyFlips he was for sure! He donated a really good Pokemon card to a couple 7 year old twins who come in my shop. Cause it was damaged. They love it!
THIS VIDEO IS WHY PEOPLE LOVE YOU!! I have no interest in toys, I love books and only collect what I like to read.BUT... somehow I found your channel and subscribed after watching that 1st video.
YOU, SIR, ARE A CLASS ACT.
Sorry to hear of Laynes passing. You made a great tribute video. Always a class act Anthony!❤
This is why we love you, you're so genuine and approachable. Make random meetings into friendships, best wishes to Laynes loved ones and may he continue collecting in peace.
Thank you 🤘
Life is so short! He was such a sweet man in your video and you can just tell enjoyed what he was doing. I know I am just a stranger to his family but my prayers go out to them.
Thats an wonderful tribute to him. RIP Layne
I only recently found your channel and subscribed, but seeing you make this video for Layne and his family instantly tells me that I followed not only a fellow collector, but a really good dude. RIP Layne and best wishes to all his family 🙏
I didn't realise I was watching a tribute video till the end. That was heartwarming and sad all at the same time. Nice one Froggy, well done mate.
Rest in Peace Layne
I think it's really awesome to do this video in memory of him and his passions. We all collect different things but we all have that desire to share the knowledge of what we love with others. If I'm ever able to purchase some vintage power Rangers I'll have to do it in memory of Layne
Prayers to the family and the gent as he passes to the toy store in the sky. May his love of toys inspure and remind all of how happiness can come in all forms. So sorry for the loss.
"Once a ranger, always a ranger!!" My condolences to Layne's family 🌹
just rockin out some love...bless you anthony
Hey brother love your videos keep up the amazing work 👏
Thank you!
Dude had passion, we should all be so lucky to be remembered like that
Nice thing for the family his voice n personality is kept for ever
Awh, :( - I didn't even realize until I read the description. RIP Layne, what a very friendly lad he seemed to be, and a great interaction y'all had in this video. Cheers for the upload brother, and condolences to Laynes' famiily and friends alike!
You are a pure gentleman to do that for them. ❤
I gotta say that the end of the video choked me up a bit..Tomorrow is not promised, Have faith in God and let’s be grateful for everyday we live to enjoy our passions, you’re Class act Froggy!
That made me tear up. He seemed like such a sweet and passionate person who was gone too soon. RIP, Layne.
Rest Easy Layne ... Froggy you are great man for doing this
Rest in peace, Layne.
Hope hes smiling and collecting treasures up there.
Rip Layne God bless your family n friends 🙏
Very sad to hear, and a great thing sharing this with everyone and remembering him and his passion he had for toys.
Thank You Anthony for just being a great person and genuinely nice to all. The world needs more of this.
I watch Froggy’s videos almost religiously and I don’t even collect vintage toys at all but there is a special magic Froggy catches when interacting with all these passionate personalities and I can’t get enough of it tbh. Thanks so much for capturing and sharing a little bit of Layne, absolutely lovely seeing a man in his element.
Anthony you give me hope for the rest of the world, especially in these scary times we are living in. An absolute diamond of a guy.
With all of the technology that we have we don’t typically make videos of our family. After a few years it can be hard to remember what someone even sounded like. A video like this is great on so many levels.
Great video froggy and great dedication to the episode
You’re an awesome guy Anthony, what a gift for his family to see him doing what he loved.
a lot of respect for doing this and a lot of strength to his family
Really Awesome For You To Do This ❤
Oh man talk about hitting in the feels.
Glad you could give his family this gift.
A nice gesture for someone who you could clearly see knew his stuff and loved doing it too. RIP Layne
I read the description. This will be a treasure to Laynes family. You got him doing what he loved. That’s the best.
Frog u r the man! Prayers to laynes family!❤❤❤
Anthony: I was saddened watching the video and reading about Layne’s recent passing. It is always fun to watch a toy collector interacting 10:41 with others either a vendor or buyer. You paid him a great tribute.
Layne seemed like a great guy! Definitely had a passion and doing what he loved. I hope anyone affected by his death has found peace.
Those Power Rangers Toys are pure nostalgia for me! Great video!
This is why I get tested annually especially I have a little boy now. Went from normal to nearly prediabetic and caught that sooner than later and did some adjustments to my meal etc and I'm back to normal.
Hug your kids and loved ones, you never know...
Edit: RIP Layne, he could've been a Power Ranger guru, like the experts you call on Pawn Stars. Awesome guy.
Rest in peace Layne . Love from the Uk to his friends and family 💙
You are a good man for doing this for his family, it will give them happiness to watch. RIP