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1/21/2010
Dear Valued ARBA Members:
As many of you recognize, January 1st is the renewal date for charters and licenses. At the time of charter renewal many clubs also place their sanction requests. This is a great time for the ARBA! As your office staff receive and process these renewals, please note that we are processing hundreds of transactions a day. At this time, it may take a few days for your renewal to be processed and we ask for your patience as we work to serve you. Thank you for understanding and for your contributions to our collective effort to provide our membership with the best possible service.
All the best,
Eric Stewart
Executive Director
With the passing today of Eabert “Fibber” McGehee the ARBA lost a master rabbit breeder and tremendous friend. Fib was a true legend in the rabbit industry. His many accomplishments are a standard for us all to strive to achieve. However, best of all he was a gentleman and class act.
It was my extreme honor to call him a very dear friend! Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
We love you and salute you dear friend! Rest in peace!
Thank you
Chris Hayhow
ARBA President |
Eabert "Fibber" McGehee
Tulsa, Oklahoma
May 26, 1926 - December 21, 2009 Visitation will be from 5-9 pm Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Moore's Southlawn Chapel, 9350 E 51st St, Tulsa, OK 74145
918-663-2233
Funeral service will be held Saturday, December 26, 2009 at 3:00 pm at the Tulsa Adventist Church, 930 S New Haven, Tulsa, OK 74112
In lieu of flowers, Fib's daughter has requested that a donation be made to the ARBA Library in his name.
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Dear ARBA Members:
I regret to report that the ARBA lost a dear friend, father, and icon today. ARBA Hall of Fame Member-Fibber McGehee of Oklahoma passed away. Fibber was an incredible breeder, strong supporter of the ARBA, respected judge, tough competitor, and most importantly a gentleman and friend. The ARBA was honored to have Fibber cut the ribbon, opening the 2009 ARBA National Convention and Show as well as present the Convention’s coveted Open BIS “Fibber Cup” in San Diego. We are all indebted to Fibber for his contributions through the years, and we are all the better for having been in his presence. We will post more information as it is forthcoming.
With a heavy heart,
Eric Stewart
ARBA Executive Director |
The ARBA is an organization dedicated to the promotion,
development and improvement of the domestic rabbit and cavy. With over 24,000 members
throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad, our members
range from the pet owner with one rabbit or cavy to the breeder or
commercial raiser with several hundred animals. Each aspect of the rabbit
and cavy industry whether it be fancy (for exhibition), as a pet,
or for commercial value, is encouraged by our organization.
If you have questions about rabbits or the ARBA, please visit our FAQ page or call our office. Show Rules updates and other timely information may be found on our Announcements page. If you would like to visit one of our rabbit or cavy shows, visit our shows page to find an ARBA sanctioned show near you.
Become
a member today!
Are you interested in rabbit breeding, but don't know where to start? If so, then the ARBA is the right place for you. There are numerous benefits to you for joining
ARBA, including a copy of the Official Guidebook To Raising Better
Rabbits (free with the initial membership), a
subscription to Domestic Rabbits magazine, Registration, Grand
Champion certification and other privileges.
Please view our pages and
contact us if you have any questions regarding information or
materials found within them. We appreciate your visit to our
website, and hope we may be of service to you.
Your ARBA Office Staff ~ Here to serve you!
American Rabbit Breeders
Association, Inc
PO BOX 5667
Bloomington, IL 61702
phone: 309-664-7500
FAX: 309-664-0941
email: info@arba.net
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday, except holidays
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:45 PM to 4:30 PM (CENTRAL TIME)
CLOSED Saturdays and Sundays
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