SUMMER 2014

6 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S

6 THE DISTRIBUTOR’S LINK OBITUARY: Remembering Chris Cellary Chris Cellary, co-owner Ford Fasteners, Inc., passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Chris was the founder and manager of Ford Fasteners EPDM bonded washer assembly division. Chris was never afraid to assist the staff and ensure efficiency within the company. Chris was committed to Ford Fasteners alongside his brother Steve. Chris frequently traveled long distances to visit customers, as he always strived for their satisfaction. He was a member of the Southeastern Fastener Association, Metropolitan Fastener Distributors and New England Fastener Distributor Association. In college he was recruited as a punter for the University of South Carolina football team and as an adult he was a coach for local sports teams. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; two sons, Brian Christopher and Kevin William; mother, Leatrice; sister Carolynn Reynolds; brother Stephen. Many admired Chris for his dynamic character and vivacious personality. Friends and coworkers will sadly miss his passion for life and sense of humor. The staff will never forget Chris and his devotion after many years of service at Ford Fasteners. He will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Archer United Methodist Church, 37 E. Allendale Avenue, Allendale, NJ 07401 Messages to the family may be sent care of Ford Fasteners, 110 S. Newman St., Hackensack, NJ 07601. Fax 201 487-1919. Send emails to: info@FordFasteners.com. BE CONNECTED! Brighton Best International Inc. is pleased to announce the introduction of BBI Mobile for smartphones and tablets • Available 24/7 from your mobile device • Check stock and place orders while at your customer(s) • Search by your part#, our part#, or keyword(s) • All mobile activity synchronized with BBI website • View BBI Catalogs Available at www.brightonbestmobile.com For more information contact BBI at 5855 Obispo Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805-3715. Tel: 562-808-8000 or visit them on the web at www.brightonbest.com. Advance Components is pleased to announce that Tammy Work has joined the Advance sales team as Regional Sales Manager. Tammy is based in eastern Pennsylvania where she works with clients on the east coast. She has over 15 years experience in the fastener industry, and comes to Advance after 10 years as Distribution Manager at A Raymond Tinnerman. Says Dave Audia, VP of Sales and Business Development: "Tammy brings strong experience and energy to the job, and our customers will benefit greatly from her knowledge and personal attention." You can reach Tammy directly by contacting her at tammyw@advancecomponents.com. For more information call 1-800-275-7772 or visit www.advancecomponents.com.