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Five years ago, Wayne Neyens, the most prolific pinball designer of all time, turned 100 years old. I was lucky enough to attend the event with my best buddy, Nick bingopodcast Baldridge, and many of Wayne's family and friends.

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After lots of conversations with Wayne about his life and time in the coin-operated industry (a number of which were used in our illustrated publication, Coin-Op Carnival), I was also fortunate enough to call Wayne a friend.

Wayne passed away one year ago, after making it to his 104th birthday. He was smart, funny, determined, kind, and sharp as a tack. A true testament to living a full life. Wayne, my life is better for having been a part of yours. Thanks for all the happy times you've provided for generations with your pingames. My son and I are still playing them today. Happy 105th.