tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post5165726797138483830..comments2023-10-09T20:40:53.980-04:00Comments on Kovels Komments | Weekly eNewsletter about Antiques and Collectibles: IN MEMORIAM: RALPH KOVELAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09315614751727976326noreply@blogger.comBlogger543125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-18405390826475697062009-02-14T11:24:00.000-05:002009-02-14T11:24:00.000-05:00I had the pleasure of being the cameraman for Ralp...I had the pleasure of being the cameraman for Ralph and Terry for the filming of their Flea Market Finds show in the Chicago area back in 2001. My then girlfriend came along as one of our production assistants, and Ralph was more than happy to interrupt filming, to help her appraise and haggle over a beautiful 200 year old armoir. She was so appreciative that she brought Ralph a batch of her famous homemade chocolate chip cookies the next day. Needless to say, they became good friends. So it only seemed natural that I lean on Ralph and Terry for their help when it came time to propose marriage, and their videotaped efforts were so sweet....that it gave us a beautiful life long story as to how I "popped the question". Their joy at helping out spoke volumes about their kind and gentle natures. Ralph will forever be remembered and missed.Steve Bernsteinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11953084426510014127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-79671466627873428812008-12-30T18:32:00.000-05:002008-12-30T18:32:00.000-05:00The names Ralph & Terry are forever remembered...The names Ralph & Terry are forever remembered as the First Word , & Last Word of the Antique Kingdom . I started at the age of 8 learning in the shops of Cape Cod . Later Up in Eaton Center N.H. , an antique dealer that I bought from each week (Ethyl Perkins , a lady in her 80's),Used to have the Kovels stop to visit her each autumn . She was always so proud when they visited . <BR/>Ralph will be missed , and still always be with us !robthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00718460408110848914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-89713433465423086482008-12-30T16:12:00.000-05:002008-12-30T16:12:00.000-05:00You must be sad during the holiday and missing Ral...You must be sad during the holiday and missing Ralph. No worries, he's appraising some good stuff right now!!!<BR/><BR/>Condolences to the family . He will be missed by all who shared his love for antiques!<BR/>BeckyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-81529851091292273952008-10-30T18:21:00.000-04:002008-10-30T18:21:00.000-04:00I was shocked to read my November issue of Kovels ...I was shocked to read my November issue of Kovels on Antiques and Collectibles newsletter, under "Letters to Lee" and learn of Ralphs passing. I loved the show and have been a very long time subscriber to this newletter. He will be missed. Our condolences to Terry and family.......Pat from Morgan Hill, CAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-6715516007081774312008-10-06T10:32:00.000-04:002008-10-06T10:32:00.000-04:00May God bless you and your family.I send my deepes...May God bless you and your family.<BR/>I send my deepest condolences. I was happy to read that the website and books will continue. I'm sure Mr. Kovel would have it no other way.<BR/><BR/>Gil Sequira<BR/>Minneapolis, MnGilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03236760060132460894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-65333902542955076432008-09-26T02:47:00.000-04:002008-09-26T02:47:00.000-04:00Terry and family,Sorry for your loss. I just now r...Terry and family,<BR/><BR/>Sorry for your loss. I just now read about it. i dont check my emails much. I'm sure Ralph is in a very good place and looking down on his loved ones. I am sure he will be there to guide you all. <BR/><BR/>With my blessings, AaronAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-30250020645059477602008-09-24T16:40:00.000-04:002008-09-24T16:40:00.000-04:00I am so very sorry for your loss- to you Terry, yo...I am so very sorry for your loss- to you Terry, your family and the extended family of the staff at Kovels. I have loved your books, columns, newsletter and knowledge for many, many years- but finally seeing the two of you on TV, and that very special twinkle Ralph would get in his eye when sharing a particularly good deal was priceless.<BR/>Thank you for sharing him with all of us who love antiques-<BR/>Cat ThompsonCatherine L. Thompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07809042950536252735noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-54979570014106306022008-09-24T10:44:00.000-04:002008-09-24T10:44:00.000-04:00This is such a shock. Your work and knowledge tha...This is such a shock. Your work and knowledge that you have shared with us over the years has been an asset to me as well as untold numbers out here. I have referenced my research to many of the books that you have written. I am an appraiser and this has been an important part of my methodology. I remember years ago, at an auction in Pennsylvania I observed Ralph and Terry in the audience diligently taking notes on current hammer prices (Oh look, they're taking notes for their next Price Guide!!). Yes, you two were real to me, you will both continue to be real to me. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. BAM !!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-3287199196203809712008-09-22T20:02:00.000-04:002008-09-22T20:02:00.000-04:00MY HEART GOES OUT TO TERRY AND FAMILY. IT SEEMS T...MY HEART GOES OUT TO TERRY AND FAMILY. IT SEEMS THAT OUR TIME HERE SEEMS SO SHORT AT TIMES - BUT ONLY FOR THOSE OF US THAT ARE LEFT HERE. FOR RALPH HE IS WITH OUR FATHER, GOD AND HIS SON JESUS CHRIST. GOD BLESS.<BR/><BR/>GINNIE TRASKAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-56903561825640991842008-09-21T08:28:00.000-04:002008-09-21T08:28:00.000-04:00I'm deeply saddened for for your loss of your husb...I'm deeply saddened for for your loss of your husband. I'm praying for your comfort and peace that only God can provide. Lean on God he will take care of you and your family.<BR/><BR/>LSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-51300856132071995712008-09-20T01:01:00.000-04:002008-09-20T01:01:00.000-04:00adrienne from cleveland, ohi look forward to the n...adrienne from cleveland, oh<BR/><BR/>i look forward to the newsletters. i was not expecting the sad news in this one. so sorry for your loss. Thank you for all of the great advice and information over the years. your love of antiques and collectibles have intrigued all of us for so long! what a special relationship you've had! thank you for sharing all of your experiences with the world. Ralph will be missed by everyone who shares your passion. God Bless your family and staff.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-84155858601777730252008-09-18T11:14:00.000-04:002008-09-18T11:14:00.000-04:00Terry and Family,I am so sorry to hear of your los...Terry and Family,<BR/>I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you at a time like this. I loved to watch Ralph on TV - he had such an enthusiasm for finding antiques and sharing them with us. I enjoyed watching the interaction between the two of you because it was filled with love and respect for each other. May the Lord bless you all during this time.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-29919100987705187792008-09-15T14:40:00.000-04:002008-09-15T14:40:00.000-04:00I am so very sorry for your loss, a great sadness ...I am so very sorry for your loss, a great sadness for all of us who think we are part of your family. I am very grateful to Terry and Ralph and everyone in the Kovels organization for all you have shared with us. I send you thoughts, prayers, and healing energy. SusanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-41531254640464899972008-09-13T16:15:00.000-04:002008-09-13T16:15:00.000-04:00I truly enjoyed watching the "give-and-take" betwe...I truly enjoyed watching the "give-and-take" between Ralph and Terry when they were on HGTV. Ralph's enthusiasm for antiques was infectious. <BR/><BR/>Lee SmithAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-6024203412621397842008-09-12T07:36:00.000-04:002008-09-12T07:36:00.000-04:00Terry, May you find comfort in knowing that Ralph ...Terry, May you find comfort in knowing that Ralph is shopping at the best and largest of all flea markets! Just think of all the space he has for all of his treasures. The world of collecting will miss you Ralph. God bless you Terry and your family. We hope you continue to guide us through the wonderful world of collecting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-38309619682284117652008-09-10T22:54:00.000-04:002008-09-10T22:54:00.000-04:00Terry and Family,I am so sorry for your loss. I f...Terry and Family,<BR/><BR/>I am so sorry for your loss. I feel like I knew Ralph from watching him on Flea Market Finds on TV. He always injected humor in the show and I admired both of your knowledge of the subjects of the day. I especailly felt close when you would tape shows that included the Mount Dora, FL Flea Market and Antiques Market since I l9ive very close to that. Ralph will be missed but never forgotten.<BR/><BR/>Sincerely,<BR/>Carol L. Marcum<BR/>Sanford, FLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-44610151471973247602008-09-10T19:10:00.000-04:002008-09-10T19:10:00.000-04:00We just recently came back to Kovels and are so so...We just recently came back to Kovels and are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know you will miss Ralph terribly, especially the first year. It looks as though you have many to lean on. They will want to do for you, let them it is their way of showing their love for you. Many will not really know what you are going through, but they will do their best to support you, even if you may not feel as though they are doing the right thing. They truly do love you and want to be a comfort to you.<BR/>May the Cofort, Love and Grace of God be with you always.<BR/>Jim and Becci BartzBecciBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16121708082376252511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-42630307815814772102008-09-10T16:54:00.000-04:002008-09-10T16:54:00.000-04:00I have only just learned of Ralph Kovel's passing....I have only just learned of Ralph Kovel's passing. I'm deeply saddened. My sincerest condolences to Terry and his family and all of his friends and readers that will miss him. God bless and comfort you. KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-468899054413234342008-09-10T16:15:00.000-04:002008-09-10T16:15:00.000-04:00I just heard of the news of Ralph's passing and wo...I just heard of the news of Ralph's passing and would like to express my deepest sympathy to Terry and the rest of the Kovel family. He will be surely missed especially in the antique world. Thank you Ralph for all the wonderful work and dedication.<BR/>Sincerely, <BR/>Chrissy WAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-36275464237467522612008-09-10T15:35:00.000-04:002008-09-10T15:35:00.000-04:00TerryMy condolences from another member your very ...Terry<BR/>My condolences from another member your very large extended family of antiques fans and readers. <BR/><BR/>Your passion and expertise on antiques, your warm writing and your generosity is every bit the treasure as those objects we cherish. Your writing is about antiques, but also about love and life.<BR/><BR/>God bless your family.Susan G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07937764355752540583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-11865543171635668572008-09-10T15:21:00.000-04:002008-09-10T15:21:00.000-04:00Dear Terry, I am deeply saddened to hear of Ralp...Dear Terry,<BR/> I am deeply saddened to hear of Ralphs passing. One could tell by watching the two of you over the years what a loving and caring relationship you both had for one another. Take comfort in the fact that you and he blessed many lives over the years and brought enjoyment to all of us who love antiques. NealAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-43102087165087830692008-09-10T14:09:00.000-04:002008-09-10T14:09:00.000-04:00Terry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish ...Terry, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I wish you strength and hope for the coming days. May you take comfort in the memories you cherish.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-19411156379919130672008-09-10T13:49:00.000-04:002008-09-10T13:49:00.000-04:00Just learned of your loss of Ralph. So very sorry...Just learned of your loss of Ralph. So very sorry. You are all in my prayers.<BR/> ~Deb BarberAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-25533797056356835372008-09-10T13:33:00.000-04:002008-09-10T13:33:00.000-04:00When I started collecting vintage art pottery 25 y...When I started collecting vintage art pottery 25 years ago, the first reference book I bought was a Kovels. Later, I watched Ralph and Terry's television program religiously. I learned so much and I so enjoyed the down-to-earth comments, along with the information. The affection that Ralph and Terry felt for each other was so obvious, and never more so than when Ralph would inform Terry about some crazy purchase he had made--her facial expressions were priceless! <BR/><BR/>Terry, my sincere condolences on the loss of your life partner. We will all miss him too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6982924932060917225.post-86475483321334185622008-09-10T09:52:00.000-04:002008-09-10T09:52:00.000-04:00Ralph and Terry's Antiques and collectibles have b...Ralph and Terry's Antiques and collectibles have been such a part of my life. Missing Ralph will not be as sad as it will be for his family.<BR/>In 2005 I lost my husband and know its a very hard thing to deal with,so I told everyone he is in heaven getting our cottage ready so when I come to join him I'll have a home waiting. I like to think that Ralph is on the other street building an antique home for Terry and filling it with tons of antigues for them both to explore. knowing my husband he's most likely over there helping Ralph getting it all set up.<BR/>God bless you all, keeping you all in my prayers.<BR/>sally from Pa.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com