Albert Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I just heard that Curt Vendel passed away unexpectedly yesterday, as reported by his good friend Marty Goldberg on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/105586892805903 I am shocked, dismayed, and terribly sad to hear this, as I've known Curt for 20 years and spoke with him on a regular basis. Curt has contributed a great deal to the classic gaming community over the years and he will be missed. 2 84 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+eebuckeye Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Absolutely horrible news. I bought an Atari 1200 from him months ago and will treasure it as I know his contributions to the community are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atari_Bill Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 (edited) Awful news! I purchased one of his awesome awcade machine years ago and he was wonderful to work with. Always tweaking and making things just right. That’s a big hole in gaming history. He will be missed. Edited August 31, 2020 by Atari_Bill 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trade-N-Games Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I just heard this also. He was Huge inspiration to my collection of Kiosk way back to when we first met each other in early 2000's. life is precious, he will be greatly missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitkraft Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 This is awful! Curt has been an icon in the vintage computing/gaming community! Such sad news! Condolences to his family and the community. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Pat Brady Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 RIP Curt and condolences to his family. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+sramirez2008 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Condolences to his family and friends. RIP Curt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fredifredo Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Curt did a lot of things for Atari fans. Has an Atari Jaguar fan , it's him that solved problems publishing freely sources from Atari Corps. RIP Curt . Condolences to his family. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atariman Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Rest in peace, Curt. Years ago, when the internet was new to me and I had no idea what had happened to Atari, I came across his site. Not only did I pore over every page, but even contacted him to ask questions. He was kind enough to respond to my noob self and I followed his work ever since. Heck, when I found some random back-up tapes that just had the word 'Atari' scrawled across them, he was the first person I thought of. I am totally shocked and saddened by his death and hope his family and friends can take comfort in all of the stories of people who appreciate his work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidGameR186496 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Damn... RIP Curt. Condolences to his family. I hope his hard work on the Atari scene is never forgotten. He was truly one of the illuminaries in the Atari fandom... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SS Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Wow. I am terribly sad to hear this news. The last time that I saw Curt was at Vintage Computer Fest East in 2019 but it had been more than 10 years since the last time that I had seen him before that. It was great catching up with him and I was looking forward to seeing him again at this year's VCFE but of course the world prevented that from happening. Curt was an interesting guy to say the least; he had a manner about him that was kind of like a Mack Truck! He was boisterous and self assured and a wealth of knowledge. I really liked Curt a lot and am sorry that I'll never get the opportunity to talk with him again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+nanochess Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 I had an Atari Flashback 2 some years ago, and while researching it I discovered the work of Curt. So it is pretty sad to hear this. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+davidcalgary29 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Wow, just wow -- so sorry for his family. This is such a blow. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tep392 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 44 minutes ago, eebuckeye said: Absolutely horrible news. I bought an Atari 1200 from him months ago and will treasure it as I know his contributions to the community are great. I also got a 1200 from him recently in a trade. I'll be thinking of him every time I use it. I really enjoyed my talks with him and will miss him greatly. I'm praying for his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+save2600 Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 So sad to hear this. RIP Curt!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moycon Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Ugh What awful news. The Atari community as a whole is at a HUGE loss whether they know it or not. 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Battlefish Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 This death has hit me the hardest.....Damn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas Jentzsch Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 RIP Curt, I will miss you. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayAre Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Condolences to Curt's family and friends. RIP, Curt. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost Dragon Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 My condolences go out to his family and friends. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greyfox Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Wishing to pay my respects to Curt and his family. My deepest condolences and extremely sorry for your loss. R.I.P. Curt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+wongojack Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 Like so many others seem to be saying, I contacted Curt once upon a time not fully understanding all of his connections to the world of Atari. He responded with patience, respect, and optimism and was a great person to talk to about Atari. He definitely had more to do and leaves a gap that cannot be truly filled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Atari_Warlord Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 RIP Curt I always enjoyed Curt's enthusiasm and dedication about all things Atari and did many transactions with him over the years. I only met him in person once about 5 years ago and remember a lively conversation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlidellMan Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 This was unexpected, and I am terribly sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 So, so very sad. Curt was truly one of the great ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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