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    Many of you will recognize the guy on the cover of this issue as Michael L. Venturino, also known to his many friends as “Duke.” Putting him on the cover of the News is bittersweet, as he passed away on June 9th of this year, due to a long battle with heart disease.

    In this photo, Mike has obviously concluded a successful hunt with a vintage Winchester Model 1894 in .38-55, if I recollect the rifle. Mike loved old repeaters almost as much as single shot rifles and used them for many of his hunting endeavors.

    At a time like this, we like to remember those who have passed with a good photo that shows their zest for life. Mike was surely having an excellent day when this photo was taken and it’s a great image to remember him by.

    Rest in peace, old friend.

        – Steve Garbe


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