A FOND FAREWELL TO A VINTAGE TOY VENDOR
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 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!
@@FroggyFlips hey 👋
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.
"So shines a good deed in a weary world". Well Done Mr.Flips! RIP Layne.
My condolences to Layne's family. How kind of you to post this video for them.
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.
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.
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.
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. ❤❤
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. :)
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🙏🏻💐
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
Froggy, I found your channel by pure chance, I am a huge toy lover and love watching your videos. Thanks for making UA-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!
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.
Very nice of you! RIP Layne
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.
This is awesome of you to do this for him and his family
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 :)
Awwww😢 I'm so sorry for his friends and family xx
That‘s very kind of you! A very passionate collecter! RIP
RIP Layne. Thanks for being one of the good guys .
My sincerest condolences to his family. Thank you for uploading this for his family and friends, may they find peace. Thank you Froggy.
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.
Fitting tribute. May he rest in peace.
Nice guy, sorry to hear of his passing. Great Video
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.
Great Video Anthony, very nice of you to do this.
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. 🌮🐺
My most sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
You’re an awesome guy Anthony, what a gift for his family to see him doing what he loved.
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. 😢
That’s a beautiful gift for his family. You’re a class act Froggy.
I have such fond memories of me and my sons watching Power Rangers before school. Seems like 20yrs has flown by.
R.i.p Layne. May the power protect Layne's families and friends! Once a ranger, always a ranger!! ❤
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 🙏🏼
So sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. Sending big love to anyone who is hurting ❤
Very cool of you to do this for Layne and his family.❤
Thanks man!
Sorry to hear about his passing. He seemed like a nice person. Thanks for sharing this footage.
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.
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 🙏
So sorry to hear about his passing! He really seemed like a nice guy! My condolences to his family and you!
just rockin out some love...bless you anthony
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❤
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.
Sorry to hear of Laynes passing. You made a great tribute video. Always a class act Anthony!❤
Such a great tribute..you sir, are definitely a class act. Condolences to the 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.
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
A nice gesture for someone who you could clearly see knew his stuff and loved doing it too. RIP Layne
...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!....
You're a stand up guy Anthony. I appreciate that immortalized him here on your channel. Blessings to his family and God speed Layne. 🙏
Thats an wonderful tribute to him. RIP Layne
That's just awesome of you Anthony to make this vid in memory of Layne, May he rest in peace..!! a true straight up guy that loved collecting vintage toys.. 👍🇦🇺🦘
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.
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 😎🇬🇧✌️
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
Rest Easy Layne ... Froggy you are great man for doing this
Rip Layne God bless your family n friends 🙏
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!
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. 😢
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.
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.
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🙏🏼
Dude had passion, we should all be so lucky to be remembered like that
Great video froggy and great dedication to the episode
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. ❤️
HE LOOK'S LIKE A VERY COOOOOOL GUY!!!!!! THANK'S 4 SHARING!!! AND PEACE BE WITH ALL OF US!!!!❤👍🙏🐸
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!
Nice thing for the family his voice n personality is kept for ever
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.
Hey brother love your videos keep up the amazing work 👏
Thank you!
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!
A great tribute. RIP
In some way, Layne is all of us. He is passionate, friendly, and shares his love of toys with whomever will grant him an ear. Thank you for sharing, even this brief interaction, so we can all realize that, Layne is the very best in what we all strive to be. Rest in peace good sir. Though you're gone, your legend lives on in you passing along your happiness to other people. Thank you FF.
Really Awesome For You To Do This ❤
Treasure hunting in the rain, you're definitely Dedicated Froggy. 💁🏿♂️🐸
That’s what I do!
RIP Layne ❤
You are a pure gentleman to do that for them. ❤
Rest in peace, Layne.
Hope hes smiling and collecting treasures up there.
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 🤘
That made me tear up. He seemed like such a sweet and passionate person who was gone too soon. RIP, Layne.
Your a solid dude 🐸 y. This is why we all love you and your content. What a nice gesture for a fellow collector and his family.
a lot of respect for doing this and a lot of strength to his family
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 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!
yay my day just got better my fav channel ty
Frog u r the man! Prayers to laynes family!❤❤❤
Those Power Rangers Toys are pure nostalgia for me! Great video!
Rip Layne...respect from Scotland 🏴👊
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.
Oh man talk about hitting in the feels.
Glad you could give his family this gift.