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Harold Betthauser

Retired Auctioneer
Telephone: (414) 282-6987
Email: basauction@aol.com
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  • Antiques
Betthausers Auction Service, Inc.

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Darby Walton

Third Generation Auctioneer, Professional Auctioneer

Darby Walton

Darby Walton, a third-generation auctioneer hailing from Sycamore, Ohio, embodies a deep-rooted passion for the agricultural industry. Born into a family steeped in auctioneering tradition, Darby’s journey into the world of auctions began at a tender age, running clerk tickets for his father, Doug, and grandfather, Jay. Both esteemed members of the Ohio Auctioneers Association Hall of Fame, Doug and Jay instilled in Darby a profound appreciation for the art of auctioneering.

Jay Clarke

Hall of Fame Auctioneer, Obituary

Jay Clarke

Jay was a graduate of the Mason City College of Auctioneering in Mason City, Iowa. He owned Clarke & Associates, where he did appraisals, auctions and sold real estate. Jay was a member of the Wisconsin Auctioneers Association, a registered Wisconsin Auctioneer, inducted in the Wisconsin Auctioneers Hall of Fame, a member of the National Realtors Association and Wisconsin Realtors Association. He was also a Wisconsin Certified Residential Appraiser.

Trisha Brauer

Professional Auctioneer

Trisha Brauer

Going once, twice, sold! Taking Bids Fundraising (TBF) is based in Kansas City and is leading the industry with record-smashing methods to raise money for nonprofits. TBF believes in making our community a better place one auction at a time.

Jeffrey R. Martin

Obituary

Jeffrey R. Martin

Jeff began auctioneering at a young age and later joined his father’s business, Robert E. Martin and Sons Auctioneering. For many years he worked alongside his father, brother, and cousin Randy Ranck, conducting auctions throughout Lancaster County. Jeff loved to volunteer his auctioneering services to benefit local organizations he cared deeply about. For the past several years he auctioneered at Farmersville Auction.

John ‘Jack’ Hines

First Generation Auctioneer, Hall of Fame Auctioneer, Obituary

John ‘Jack’ Hines

In 1966, Jack graduated from Reisch College of Auctioneering and began a highly successful and rewarding career as an auctioneer. Known to many as “Colonel” Jack Hines, he founded Hines Auction Service, Inc. in the 1960s. “Let Jack Do It!” What began as a small family venture grew into one of the premier auction firms in the Midwest, specializing in farms, machinery, antiques, and real estate. For more than 54 years, Jack was a respected and recognizable voice at auctions throughout the region.

Harold J. Gavin

Obituary

Harold J. Gavin

Harold was a partner with his brothers, Jim and Jack, in Gavin Brothers, Inc., and later with his nephew, Robert Gavin. His passion in life was being an auctioneer.

William “Bill” Edward Miedema

Obituary

William “Bill” Edward Miedema

After working for the Chicago Northwestern Railroad in South Dakota, he opened an Auction House in Huron, which he and his wife owned until moving to the Stateline area in the 1960’s. Bill and Carol operated Miedema Auction in South Beloit, IL until 1980. He then continued auctioneering for many years with Beloit Auction Service, a family business. Bill was awarded the coveted Golden Gavel by the State of Wisconsin Auctioneers Association for his 50 years as an auctioneer.