I first met Richard at the NMRA National Convention in Sacramento in
2011 but we had corresponded for a number of years prior to that. Along with Ian Cranstone,
Richard provided me with immeasurable help in
trying to work my way through the intricacies of the British American
Oil Company tank car fleet, and the time-frame for the various paint schemes. While his own modelling was in HO scale, he
was sufficiently knowledgeable to be able to
clearly indicate what needed to be changed on some available N-scale models
in order to create the cars I wanted. I now need to get myself organized and complete those models to serve as a reminder of his willingness to help.
He will be missed.
RIP Richard, and condolences to Sandra and family.
