Passages
Harry John Herbert, 88, of East Palestine, passed away Feb. 22, 2025, at his home. A 1954 graduate of East Palestine High
Ronald Dalhamer was an active member of the OGCA for 48 years. He passed away March 28, 2024. Ron served on submarines
Life member Erna Becker left this world on November 9. She was an amazing person, author, and the beloved wife of former
Robert Ray Preston, 82 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at The Village Green nursing home, Greenville, Ohio.
80, passed away in August in Cincinnati, OH. He was a member for 16 years and a regular participant who could be
James L. Corn, of Indiana died at the age of 95. He was a life member for 44 years. James joined OGCA
John Robert Owen, 79 years of age, of Ohio, passed away October 17, 2024, John was a 53 year Life member of OGCA.
Life Member Robert (Bob) Kosty passed away unexpectedly on September 4th at the age of 86. Bob could usually be found in Aisle
James Gromley passed away. He was a 40 year Life member. James enjoyed the OGCA shows for many years. He was a muzzle
Larry G. Withrow, age 81, of Middletown, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly Saturday August 3, 2024, at home. He was born in Dayton, Ohio.
OGCA Membership
Though closed to the public, OGCA meetings are huge events drawing thousands of people from across the country, and regularly feature 600-700 tables of strictly gun-related material. According to the National Rifle Association, OGCA is the "Granddaddy" of all firearm collector associations, having been founded in 1937 and now standing at 15,500 members.
Pictured: William R. Ham with a favorite Ruger
UPCOMING OGCA SHOWS
OGCA Show September 27-28, 2025
OGCA Show November 22-23, 2025 – New Venue, 90,000 sq. ft.
OGCA Show February 7-8, 2026
OGCA Show March 7 & 8, 2026
OGCA May 30-31, 2026 & Display Show
