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Re: Bill Welch
I am just too sad right now. I've lost a friend I knew for almost 30 years. Bill had many passions and railroads and fantastically good modeling were just two of them. :'(
On 11/18/2020 1:18 AM, Tony Thompson wrote:
Terribly sad news even though Bill told us. He was a terrific modeler but more important he was a wonderful human being. All who knew him will miss him greatly, but many who never met him will mourn his loss. I won’t get over it very quickly. --
Tim O'Connor Sterling, Massachusetts
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Re: Bill Welch
radiodial868
Ah, nuts... Finally retired, this was the year that was hoping to meet Bill after years of learning from him via this List how to take my models to the next level. 2020 just keeps taking away.
RIP, Mr. Welch. ------------------- RJ Dial Mendocino, CA
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Re: Bill Welch
Nelson Moyer
While Bill had given some of us advanced notice of his condition, I like Tom was shocked at the rapid progression of his cancer, and I was devastated to learn of his passing just nine weeks after diagnosis. Life is fleeting, and for some of us, more fleeting than for others. I think the best tribute to Bill would be to publish his book with posthumous authorship (shared with those who bring it about) and a dedication highlighting his contribution to prototype modeling and the consortium in particular.
Bill, you and your modeling will be sorely missed.
Nelson Moyer
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Re: ProtoWest Scale Models
Bryian Sones
Ah ok Bob and Kenneth, Sorry my mistake then. I guess I don't recall that company ever existing... Bryian Sones Union Pacific Prototype Modeler Murrieta, CA
On Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 05:21:33 AM PST, Robert Heninger <gn2059@...> wrote:
ProtoWest was not the same company as A-Line/ProtoPowerWest. ProtoWest was most notable on this list for an excellent resin kit for a AAR 70 ton flatcar, although they also had a DRGW caboose and one other kit that escapes me at the moment.
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Re: Bill Welch
Lester Breuer
A sad evening when I heard the news of Bill’s passing. One of reflection. A southern gentleman with a passion for trains who inspired us and shared with us the way to “Extreme Modeling.” He will remain forever in our memories. Rest In Peace Bill, you will be missed.
Lester Breuer
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Re: Bill Welch
Eric Hansmann
Bill did coin the Resinators term. He hosted a couple of gatherings at recent RPM Chicagoland meets that were focused on sharing tips and techniques. Jeff Sankus helped Bill pull those together. Jeff passed away this past January after his battle with cancer.
It’s been a crappy year for prototype modelers.
Eric Hansmann Murfreesboro, TN
From: main@RealSTMFC.groups.io <main@RealSTMFC.groups.io> On Behalf Of Clark Propst
Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:48 PM To: main@RealSTMFC.groups.io Subject: Re: [RealSTMFC] Bill Welch
Was it Bill that coined the term “Resinators”? Xxrteme modeling for sure. He was always rooting for freight car clinics at RPM meets. Another great one gone… Clark Propst
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Building Shawmut boxcars
Eric Hansmann
Perry Squier shares his work on several new boxcars for his 1923 Pittsburg, Shawmut & Northern layout in the latest DesignBuildOp blog post. http://designbuildop.hansmanns.org/2020/11/18/shawmut-boxcars/
Eric Hansmann Murfreesboro, TN
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Re: ProtoWest Scale Models
Robert Heninger
ProtoWest was not the same company as A-Line/ProtoPowerWest. ProtoWest was most notable on this list for an excellent resin kit for a AAR 70 ton flatcar, although they also had a DRGW caboose and one other kit that escapes me at the moment.
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Re: Bill Welch
al_brown03
R.I.P. Bill. I look forward to your masterwork.
Al Brown, Melbourne, Fla.
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Re: ProtoWest Scale Models
Bryian Sones
Kenneth, Bryian Sones Union Pacific Prototype Modeler Murrieta, CA
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 10:32:03 PM PST, Kenneth Montero <va661midlo@...> wrote:
I am trying to find a website for ProtoWest Scale Models. I though that I had recently seen one, but I may be mistaken. If they have one, can one of you provide it to me? THank you in advance. Ken Montero
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ProtoWest Scale Models
Kenneth Montero
I am trying to find a website for ProtoWest Scale Models. I though that I had recently seen one, but I may be mistaken.
If they have one, can one of you provide it to me? THank you in advance. Ken Montero
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Re: Bill Welch
Tony Thompson
Terribly sad news even though Bill told us. He was a terrific modeler but more important he was a wonderful human being. All who knew him will miss him greatly, but many who never met him will mourn his loss. I won’t get over it very quickly.
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On Nov 17, 2020, at 10:09 PM, Robert kirkham <rdkirkham@...> wrote:
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Re: Bill Welch
Robert kirkham
I didn’t really know Bill or his family, but was shocked when he advised of his diagnosis. The suddenness of his death will be very hard for them. I’m sorry for them and hope the thoughts for his remembrance service make it memorable.
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I will miss the unique vitality and knowledge he brought to clinics and emails, and grateful to what he shared with us. His modelling has been an inspiration. And our community will be less with his passing. It's been a hard year. Rob
On Nov 17, 2020, at 10:33 PM, Tom Madden via groups.io <pullmanboss@...> wrote:
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Re: Bill Welch
BRIAN PAUL EHNI
I can tell you from familial experience that pancreatic cancer presents very late. You may not have symptoms until it’s too late, which is why the mortality rate is so high.
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Pancreatic cancer took my father @ 72, and my oldest brother @ 42 years of age. I get regular abdominal scans. Thanks! Brian Ehni (Sent from my iPhone)
On Nov 17, 2020, at 10:33 PM, Tom Madden via groups.io <pullmanboss@...> wrote:
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Re: Bill Welch
Clark Propst
Was it Bill that coined the term “Resinators”? Xxrteme modeling for sure. He was always rooting for freight car clinics at RPM meets. Another great one gone… Clark Propst
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Re: Bill Welch
Tom Madden
There are getting to be too many empty chairs at the table....
Nine weeks from diagnosis to death..... Bill was already planning his memorial service when he notified some of his friends of his situation. He had hoped it could be held while he was still alive to enjoy it, but that was not to be. So we'll have to celebrate Bill's life without him. A gentleman and a gentle man, Bill leaves an amazing legacy of accomplishment and inspiration. A life well lived..... Tom Madden
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Re: Early 20th Century Freight Cars Photograph
Steve SANDIFER
This is a Palace car with the feed storage on the roof and troughs along the sides. This was operated before the day of feed-water-rest stations. Palace cars sometimes had doors at the ends of the sides, but this one is off center. You can look at the roof storage and see that the other side is probably the same arrangement. The big reinforced X caught my attention, not seen that before. It is also long, at least 36’, which is unusual for the early date.
J. Stephen Sandifer
From: main@RealSTMFC.groups.io <main@RealSTMFC.groups.io> On Behalf Of Claus Schlund \(HGM\)
Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 8:39 AM To: main@RealSTMFC.groups.io Subject: Re: [RealSTMFC] Early 20th Century Freight Cars Photograph
Hi Jim and List members,
Thanks again Jim for the great image. Here are some enlargements of areas I found interesting...
This Rock Island stock car has an off-center door - see attached image.
Claus Schlund
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Re: Bill Welch
Mitchell Mercante
Sad news indeed. Bill was a wonderful modeler with a wealth of knowledge on so many subjects and always willing to share that knowledge with others. He was a gentleman to all he met greeting everyone with a big smile and a warm handshake. But most importantly, he was a friend. I shall miss him greatly. Mitch Mercante Brentwood, TN
On Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 07:41:59 PM CST, Eric Hansmann <eric@...> wrote:
Sad hobby news has reached my computer. Our favorite extreme modeler and Dodger fan, Bill Welch, passed away Sunday afternoon, November 15th, 2020. This was reported by his niece on his Facebook timeline. Bill's work has touched and inspired so many in our group and at RPM events across the years. A Zoom celebration of Bill's modeling life will be announced shortly.
Eric Hansmann Murfreesboro, TN
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Re: [ResinFreightCarBuilders] Bill Welch
BRIAN PAUL EHNI
Truly sad news. He’ll be missed for sure.
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Thanks! Brian Ehni (Sent from my iPhone)
On Nov 17, 2020, at 7:41 PM, Eric Hansmann <eric@...> wrote:
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Bill Welch
gary laakso
He taught by example (and by harvested rivets!) and my WFEX/FGEX/BREX fleet will always remind me of him. Keep modelling in your new home Bill and toss some rivets on all of us. Will his DRGW DS boxcar master ever reach production?
Gary Laakso Northwest of Mike Brock
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