Sad news about Alan Sax

[Dave]

I am very sorry to report that Alan Sax unexpectedly passed away on Monday, August 10th, 2015.

Alan was a friend and I had many business dealings with him. He was always a gentleman and a man of his word.

I will post more information later.

Dave

[cpdretired]

He will be missed. Alan was a regular at the Chicago show. He always had a smile and a handshake greeting for you. Dave how old was he? My guess is mid 60"s.

[altort]

Sad news indeed, I got one of my very first slots from Alan years back at the Chicago show, he was very help full through out the years.

[SLOT DYNASTY]

Oh No.........Sad Sad news! Not what I like to hear, after coming in from my daily outing.
Although I haven't talked to Alan personally for a few months, his name was brought up
when Monti and I were just talking about the good-ole-days with Alan two days ago. I have
known Alan since the 1970's, when coin-op collecting was in it's beginnings. He was always
a true gentleman in every aspect, and a great person to have known. He was also one of the
very first attendees at the Chicagoland shows, the Fun Fair in Pasadena, and the early days
of the VCA auctions, with the late Roy Arrington.
I just spoke with a family member, to offer my condolences, and understand that he had a
doctor appt. scheduled for today, but ended up having a heart attack beforehand.
He will be sorely missed, as one of the best in our hobby. Rest in Peace my friend.
Bill Whelan

[neocoinops]

Very sad... Nevver bought any machines from him, but he always seemed to bring parts to sell me since he knew I sold stuff on eBay and we could both make some $$$.

R.I.P. Alan....

[SLOT DYNASTY]

IN MEMORIUM

For those of you that did not know Alan, this is a classic photo of him, from his website.
It shows the ever-present smile that he had, whether he was greeting you, or waving farewell.
R.I.P. my friend. You will be truly missed.

[RameGoom]

RIP Alan. I lived in his town, half a mile away, and did business with him. He was a very knowledgeable man.

Sorry to hear.

John

[richwolfin]

Both the hobby and many of us have lost a dear friend. Alan was well respected and liked by everyone who knew him. For the hobby the loss cannot be measured, for me personally the pain is very real right now. We were very close, had lots of fun whether it was making a deal or two or talking about a poker hand. I will miss my friend very much. Deepest condolences to the family he loved so much, Pam, Becky and Daniel.

[richwolfin]

Not sure if I hit submit on my earlier post or not, so sorry if this is a repeat.
The coin-op collecting community and so many of us who have been at this for decades lost a wonderful friend in Alan Sax. Alan was a pioneer in our hobby and was always willing to share his knowledge whether you were just starting out with your first machine or were a seasoned collector looking for that "holy grail" item to fill out your collection. We have been friends for too many years to count, travelled to some crazy spots, shared memorable adventures, and always had a laugh or two along the way. We could talk for hours about machines, our kids or even an interesting poker hand. The loss I feel is raw like someone punched me in the stomach. I will miss my friend more than I can really describe right now. That said, my loss and that of the coin-op community pale in comparison to that being felt by Alan's family: Pam, Becky and Daniel who he lived for. My deepest condolences to them at this difficult time. The Chicago show has never quite seemed the same to me since we lost Frank and now with Alan's passing getting excited to head there in Novenber seems almost impossible. I do know that both of them would tell me to get over it and enjoy both the camradarie and machines of the show. I hope to try, but it sure will not be easy. Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Rich Wolfin

[mechanic]

I just got a call from a fellow dealer about Alan. Alan was a friend for over 30yrs and I have been to his house on many occasions. I was stunned when I was told he passed on Monday, WHAT A LOSS !!!! Two of the biggest supporters of the hobby lost in a span of a year.