It is with very heavy hearts that Blake (MrB) and I (MsB) sit here absorbing the news of Pee Wee's passing last night. I know he was an incredible liked gentleman, one for whom, we did not get the opportunity to meet in person. We have, however, met two of his daughters, Jamie and Grayson and send our sincere condolences to all members of the Erlbacher Family.
Some of you may be wondering why I am posting this post on my blog, and I must explain. Pee Wee is the one who started the idea of the reproductions of the Erlbacher Gearheart, Circular Sock Machines, from his shop in Missouri. We are very fortunate to own #88, Erlbacher Gearhart Machine, the first machines he made, the green and yellow ones! This machine, to us, is the key compondent to our CSM adventure, and small scale market venture of Socks Made On 88! So we thank him!
I know there are many many crankers out there today, saying prayers for his family, and reflecting on the encounters they have had with him or not, or wishing they had! A very special man indeed, that will be remembered highly in the CSM world, now and for years and years to come! RIP Pee Wee
