Big Bear Auctions, LLC                                                                       

2/22/17

Willie and Lamar did a great job as auctioneers for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation banquet on February 18. We had a highly successful banquet and raised a record amount of money for the cause based on our 17 year history as a committee. Half way through the auction a note was passed up to the podium complimenting the auctioneers. Willie and Lamar donated their time and for that we thank them very much.

Barry Simes, co-chair, RMEF Michiana Chapter

2-11/17



January 2017

This past October, the City of St. Joseph contracted with Big Bear Auctions, LLC to assist us with clearing 20 years of inventory that had been replaced, upgraded, or just no longer needed. City staff had no idea about how to coordinate this overwhelming effort as there was much inventory and many city departments involved. Well, Jerry Glassman and his team knew exactly what to do! In fact, Jerry went above and beyond our expectations by voluntarily attending pre-planning meetings with city staff on a number of occasions all the while being very aware of government regulations and procedures; and Aimee welcomed phone calls and emails, always graciously answering our questions timely. The Big Bear Auctions team truly coordinated this effort from the very beginning. City staff was pleasantly surprised by the positive experience and truly enjoyed working with Jerry and his team. When talking about the auction among staff following the event, everyone was in full agreement when one staff member noted, “not only were they [Big Bear Auctions, LLC] experienced professionals and courteous, but you can tell they sincerely love what they do. It is awesome to watch them in action!” On behalf of the St. Joseph City Commission and staff, kudos to Big Bear Auctions LLC. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, and we look forward to working with you some day in the future.

Respectfully submitted,

Tom MacDonald

Director of Public Works

 October 21, 2016

 At the end of September we were honored to have the Hard Rock Café and the Four Winds Casino host an event to benefit our organization.  They asked us to bring our own auctioneer and wanted us to have a time to ask the crowd to fund the mission.  I was super nervous and not sure who to call and who could handle such a request.  Jerry came to the rescue.  More than coming to the rescue, he became a HERO.  He worked the room and asked people to fund the mission and talked about breast cancer and why they should buy mammograms for women in need and when people didn't raise their hands and silence made me want to freak out...hecalmly handled the crowd and without blinking an eye he got the crowd motivated and bidding.  Without Jerry, that moment would have NEVER HAPPENED.  Thousands of dollars were raised to help women who didn't have insurance to get a mammogram!  Lives were saved and hearts were touched.  He wasn't just an auctioneer, I am sure he had on a pink cape that night. Thank you so much for making an impact.  Anyone can ask for money, but he asked for support and that made all the difference. 

Heartfelt Thanks,

Tanya Horan, VP Development Susan G.Komen Michigan

August 23, 2016

 My sisters and I had the heart-breaking task of cleaning out our mom's home as she slips further into ill-health.  The Big Bear crew from start to finish worked with us with empathy and compassion.  Their conduct was always professional, and we appreciated the care for our journey they showed.  The financial results far exceeded our expectations.  We highly recommend Big Bear Auctions and their amazing team.

Cynthia Bostwick

Emily Fritsch

November 7, 2015

August 1, 2015

Nora , Ben and Robin

This email comment (below)came in from a potential buyer at the June 6th * 80 Acre Farm Auction

June 6, 2015



May 23, 2015

Our family used Big Bear Auction Services and would highly recommend them.  We were very pleased with their professionalism of all their staff and the results of the auction was quick, easy and fun.

Ron Ekema

April 7, 2015

I have the distinct privilege of telling you about our great experiences with Mr. Jerry Glassman.  Jerry is a well known and highly recommended auctioneer around the county and at the Berrien County Youth Fair for many years.  As chairwomen of the Berrien County Youth Fair fundraising committee, Jerry was the first to come to mind when we decided we were going to implement a live auction portion to our annual fundraiser dinner dance.

We have utilized Jerry as our auctioneer at our annual Berrien County Youth Fair fundraiser dinner dance for 3 years.  We have found him to be punctual, reliable, easy going, honest, courteous and most of all fun!

Jerry works very hard to get us the most dollars he possibly can for each live auction item we have.  He knows it's a fundraiser for our county fair, and that each dollar helps our youth exhibitors.  Jerry and his bid takers take as much time as needed and talk one on one with potential buyers to help make the sale.  Jerry knows most of the audience by face or name, and even it he doesn't he'll still talk to you like you're an old friend.  He interacts well with our DJ and makes the auction fun and run smoothly.

We cannot sing high enough praises for Jerry Glassman and his crew for any auction, whether it is a farm auction, livestock auction or even a fundraiser auction.  We have been very pleased with Jerry and plan to use his services for future years at our fundraiser auction.

Sincerely,

Kala Hoover

Co-Chair Fundraising Committee

November 2, 2014

We recently contracted with Big Bear Auction Barn in Eau Claire, MI  to sell our farm equipment, irrigation pipe, and other miscellaneous antique items.

Jerry, Aimee and their employees are awesome!!! Hard working, trustworthy and extremely time-efficient are only a few of their best qualities.

Our items were sold at both the online auction service and the traditional Big Bear Auction Barn.  Everything was sold as quoted and we were very pleased with our profit.  Best deal ever!!!

Big Bear is definitely the way to go for all farm, estate, or single item sales.

We are very grateful to have them in our community.

Sincerely,

The Art Demske family

September 29, 2014



September 15, 2014

 Dear Jerry n Aimee

It's nice to know that there are still people who take such pleasure in doing special things and making others feel good.

Thank you so very much for all your help.  I appreciate the reduction in the commission.  I am very happy and surprised with the amount I made.  It has been a very big help.

God Bless you,

Ruth

August 29, 2014

Thank you for helping us at the 2014 Berrien County Youth Fair.  Your time and expertise you put into auctioneering are greatly appreciate3d by the Auction Committee.  Our auction raised a total of $520,226.54 for the youth of Berrien County.

The youth of Berrien County appreciate all your time and talents that you donate to the fair.

Thanks again!

Gail Homes

August 8, 2014

 Jerry & Aimee:

        Harry

July 23, 2014

 Aimee and Jerry,

We would like to thank you and the Big Bear Auction team for their great services provided in support of our auction.  The professionalism demonstrated by the entire auction team during setup, was outstanding.  You handled our personal items with care and respect and were able to garner good value for each item sold.  Your auction service exceeded our expectations and we are very pleased that we had selected Big Bear Auctions to organize and run our auction.

Jean and Dean

7/16/2014

Jerry & Aimee

Sometimes I get so wrapped up in all that goes on around me that I forget to say "Thank you" to the people that make my life so blessed...Thank you for your friendship and for your business!  I appreciate it so much.

Love you both,

Dick

June 5, 2014

Dear Jerry and Aimee,

Thank you so much for the great job you and your team did on my estate auction.  My wife passed a few months before.  We were married for 45 years and had accumulated a lot of stuff.  Going through everything would have taken me another lifetime and would have added to the pain.  You and your team came to my rescue. You did more than I expected.  I gave them no direction but they just seemed to know what needed to be done.  They worked tirelessly to organize everything and make the house presentable for auction.  Additionally, they looked for things they thought I might want to keep and set them aside for me.  They kept me informed as to what they were doing and when.  I could not be happier with the service you provided.

Thank you so much,

Charlie McGee

May 2014

Dear Jerry and Aimee

Thank you for all your time, effort, hardwork, professionalism and expertise in making our fathers auction a huge success.  We could never have done this without you and are grateful that you took on this difficult job.

Thanks, Sherry, Sue, Terry & Kim Shek

April 2014

Dear Jerry & Aimee,

You two are such a huge blessing to our family.  Thank you so much for all the work that you put into the auction, and donating all your time to pull off a wonderful event for Kahli.  We truely appreciate you more than you will ever know!

Love, Kathy & Kahli

October 2, 2013

September 8, 2013

rch 3, 2013

Jerry,

Thank you so much for coming to the Kick It Up Party and helping us raise funds for the BCYF Exhibitor Premium Fund!  Words cannot adequately describe our gratefulness for your contribution to the event.  Without your help, our event would not have been as successful.

Thank you,

Kala Hoover

October 1, 2012

Dear Jerry,

On behalf of the St. Joseph City Commission, Susan and I want to thank you and your wife, Aimee, for volunteering your time and services on September 29th when you auctioned the 2012 public art display. Not only do you have the professional skills of an auctioneer but you are a true entertainer as well. You did an outstanding job; in fact, it was our best auction ever.

 We hope you will allow us to call upon you to assist with future auctions. Again, we appreciate all that you do for our community. Thank you.

Sincerly,

Frank L. Walsh

City Manager

July 1, 2012

Lest We Forget

November 1, 2011

Dear Jerry,

With your generous support of the Bucket List Evening and Auction on Saturday.  Big Brothers Big Sisters was able to raise approximately $10,000 to $11,000 to help fund a part time case manager in 2012.

The Board of Directors and staff joins me in extending our deepest thanks for "sharing your skills" with BBBS for the evening. You made it look so easy, although I am sure it was not!  You and Aimee were a joy to work with, and we do so appreciate your generosity.

All the best,

Kathy Rossow

 June 22, 2011

 Hi,

 I just wanted to say that I received my check yesterday from the auction this month.   Not only was I pleased I was very pleasantly surprised with the amount I made.  It helped me get rid of alot of stuff that was just sitting around in the spare bedroom and garage and I'm now sure my treasures have went to new people that will love them.   You're auction service is great, the wonderful way you treated Jim when he brought the stuff there,  the itemized list I received,  all service was extraordinary and I just wanted to say thank you.   I will again use you in the future and I will recommend you to all my friends.   Thank you,

 Judy

Cindy Bostwick

Cindy Bostwick

 At the end of September we were honored to have the Hard Rock Café and the Four Winds Casino host an event to benefit our organization.  They asked us to bring our own auctioneer and wanted us to have a time to ask the crowd to fund the mission.  I was super nervous and not sure who to call and who could handle such a request.  Jerry came to the rescue.  More than coming to the rescue, he became a HERO.  He worked the room and asked people to fund the mission and talked about breast cancer and why they should buy mammograms for women in need and when people didn't raise their hands and silence made me want to freak out...he calmly handled the crowd and without blinking an eye he got the crowd motivated and bidding.  Without Jerry, that moment would have NEVER HAPPENED.  Thousands of dollars were raised to help women who didn't have insurance to get a mammogram!  Lives were saved and hearts were touched.  He wasn't just an auctioneer, I am sure he had on a pink cape that night. Thank you so much for making an impact.  Anyone can ask for money, but he asked for support and that made all the difference.  Heartfelt Thanks, Tanya Horan, VP Development Susan G.Komen Michigan

 At the end of September we were honored to have the Hard Rock Café and the Four Winds Casino host an event to benefit our organization.  They asked us to bring our own auctioneer and wanted us to have a time to ask the crowd to fund the mission.  I was super nervous and not sure who to call and who could handle such a request.  Jerry came to the rescue.  More than coming to the rescue, he became a HERO.  He worked the room and asked people to fund the mission and talked about breast cancer and why they should buy mammograms for women in need and when people didn't raise their hands and silence made me want to freak out...he calmly handled the crowd and without blinking an eye he got the crowd motivated and bidding.  Without Jerry, that moment would have NEVER HAPPENED.  Thousands of dollars were raised to help women who didn't have insurance to get a mammogram!  Lives were saved and hearts were touched.  He wasn't just an auctioneer, I am sure he had on a pink cape that night. Thank you so much for making an impact.  Anyone can ask for money, but he asked for support and that made all the difference.  Heartfelt Thanks, Tanya Horan, VP Development Susan G.Komen Michigan

January 2017

This past October, the City of St. Joseph contracted with Big Bear Auctions, LLC to assist us with clearing 20 years of inventory that had been replaced, upgraded, or just no longer needed.  City staff had no idea about how to coordinate this overwhelming effort as there was much inventory and many city departments involved.  Well, Jerry Glassman and his team knew exactly what to do!  In fact, Jerry went above and beyond our expectations by voluntarily attending pre-planning meetings with city staff on a number of occasions all the while being very aware of government regulations and procedures; and Aimee welcomed phone calls and emails, always graciously answering our questions timely. The Big Bear Auctions team truly coordinated this effort from the very beginning.  City staff was pleasantly surprised by the positive experience and truly enjoyed working with Jerry and his team.  When talking about the auction among staff following the event, everyone was in full agreement when one staff member noted, “not only were they [Big Bear Auctions, LLC] experienced professionals and courteous, but you can tell they sincerely love what they do. It is awesome to watch them in action!”  On behalf of the St. Joseph City Commission and staff, kudos to Big Bear Auctions LLC.  Thank you for your hard work and dedication, and we look forward to working with you some day in the future.

Respectfully submitted,

Tom MacDonald

January 2017

This past October, the City of St. Joseph contracted with Big Bear Auctions, LLC to assist us with clearing 20 years of inventory that had been replaced, upgraded, or just no longer needed.  City staff had no idea about how to coordinate this overwhelming effort as there was much inventory and many city departments involved.  Well, Jerry Glassman and his team knew exactly what to do!  In fact, Jerry went above and beyond our expectations by voluntarily attending pre-planning meetings with city staff on a number of occasions all the while being very aware of government regulations and procedures; and Aimee welcomed phone calls and emails, always graciously answering our questions timely. The Big Bear Auctions team truly coordinated this effort from the very beginning.  City staff was pleasantly surprised by the positive experience and truly enjoyed working with Jerry and his team.  When talking about the auction among staff following the event, everyone was in full agreement when one staff member noted, “not only were they [Big Bear Auctions, LLC] experienced professionals and courteous, but you can tell they sincerely love what they do. It is awesome to watch them in action!”  On behalf of the St. Joseph City Commission and staff, kudos to Big Bear Auctions LLC.  Thank you for your hard work and dedication, and we look forward to working with you some day in the future.

Respectfully submitted,

Tom MacDonald