I was going to wait on this but thought I would send it out anyway!!
Each year MCA inducts individuals into the Massey Hall of Fame during the MCA Spring Annual Meeting. Previous honorees include:
2012
Harry Bowen – IL
Duane “Tub” Drohman – NE
Paul & Rose Lehman – IA
Keith Oltrogge – IA
2013
Jack & LaVon Holton – IA
Steve & Sandy Miller – MN
Harold “Sonny” Pace – IA
2014
Rodger Brough – PA
Ken Cowher – PA
Gary Heffner – OH
Tom Patterson – OH
The 2015 group are expectional individuals with a passion for all things red, yellow, green and gray!! They are:
Mike Popp - WI Mike has been collecting Massey items long before most people realized they were collectible. If you were looking through some of the very first Wild Harvest Newsletters, Mike was a contributing force. Mike has had an extensive collection of memorabilia, helped establish the Wisconsin chapter of MCA and continues to serve as their President. You will see Mike at most Massey events and usually has a trailer or table full of parts and memorabilia for sale!!
Charlie Kline - MO Charlie, too, has been collecting Masseys forever! He can be seen at any auction where there might be a Massey for sale. Charlie also helped establish the Missouri Chapter of MCA and has served on the MENA Selection Committee. Charlie has a love for the red and yellow and will do anything to keep them from the scrap man!!
Ervin Chew - IN Ervin is a very skilled tradesman. If you need a part, especially sheet metal he is the one to ask. Ervin specializes in the old iron tractors (Wallis, Pacemakers, Challengers, etc) His products can be found on restored tractors around the world. He is truly a talented craftsman who shares his talent with all in need.
John Farnworth - Wales John is a noted author who has written many quality books on Massey Harris, Ferguson and Massey Ferguson tractors and memorabilia. He is a frequent visitor to the USA and can be seen hawking the flea markets at shows looking for that rare piece of Massey memorabilia. John has been a valuable contributor to the MCA web site and continues to share his knowledge of the Massey world with those seeking information.
What a great line up of Massey individuals for the class of 2015. Well deserved for all.
Congratulations.
Gary