Verne, It was a great day all around! What didn't we talk about? Bob knew his first stroke was of the worst kind. He had lost about 60 pounds, and knew he had more to go. At brunch we talked a lot about what he had done for the Salt River project. I was impressed: he was a true professional. And I'm not easily impressed. Personally, I found that day that he had an ease about him that made conversation easy. As you might remember, that was a 118-degree day in Phoenix. I was amazed that he didn't seem bothered, while this guy from the cool mountains just wilted. Ah, too soon he has departed. I wish I could come to Phoenix this Saturday, but I can't. Please give the condolences of this forum, and the others that he particpated in, to his family. [ October 13, 2005, 10:21 PM: Message edited by: Pete Nolan ]
Bob and I had been corresponding about D&H PA's just about right up until his final return to the hospital. He'd been on the lookout for one for me and had also offered to find any NYO&W decals at a sale that was scheduled to happen in the Phoenix area. Truly a gentleman of N Scale; he will be missed.
Although I never met Bob I have enjoyed reading his posts. From what everyone has said it sounds like he was a great person to know. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Such sad news. I have not been on lately and to see this first thing is a shocker. I never had the pleasure of meeting Bob but I throughly enjoyed his postings and to me he was a source of knowledge, inspiration and enjoyment. My best wishes and prayers to Bob and his family. Through his posts I see Bob as a stand up guy, that loved life, family and trains. This my be inappropriate to suggest but one way I always would search out Bob's posts was by his aviator. Seeing that waving sunrise flag always took me to his writings. Since Bob was such a great contributor to all and friend to many perhaps it would be fitting to retire his aviator in memory of a true good hearted model railroader. In any case, best wishes to Bob's family and God be with Bob and all who knew him.
Bob was a great forum member and was our foremost expert on all things n scale. He never hesitated to share his knowledge and ideas with everyone on this forum and provided expert advice in a brotherly and exceptionally friendly sort of way. My sincerest condolences to his family. He will be missed on this forum and this forum will not be the same without him. There was only one Long Train.
I will surely miss Bob's posts and that unique personality he brought to the forum. This weekend I will run the longest train I can put together in his memory. RIP
To the members of the Woods family; I hope you can see how much everyone thought about "LongTrain" and what a strong and positive impact he had on our little community. That is a beautiful legacy, to be so well thought of, one which the rest of us could only hope for. RIP Bob.
I just poped on the forums for a quick check up and saw this.. My sincere condolences to his family... Trainboard has lost another legend..
I did not know Bob Woods. We may not even have ever been on the same side of the Mississippi River at the same time. But he was a genuine person and presence on this Forum, and in some ways he still is. My condolences to his family--and to his friends, which include many of us.
Like many, I also never really knew Bob. I offer condolences and sympathy to Bobs family, from me and my own family!! Bob, while gone, may he NEVER be forgotten!! Found this on the Digitrax list, author unknown, I hope you folks don't mind me reposting it here: Weep not for me now that I have passed. Remember the laughter, the affection, the joy not just the recent tears. Cherish the memories, our hopes and dreams. Hold fast to the love that we shared. Be happy with the time we spent together and being anew. For I am not really gone, I am closer than ever before. As the morning sun rises and throughout the busy day...I am with you. Until the setting sun disappears on the horizon and we watch the day turn into night...I am here. You may feel a faint breeze stir round your head, while you slumber as I gently kiss your forehead, "Good night." The stars that shine so brightly in my heavenly sky help me watch over you and keep you from harm. I am the wind in the trees and the song of a bird. I am moonbeams in a midnight sky and a glorious rainbow after the storm. I am morning dew and freshly-fallen snow. I am a butterfly flying overhead and a puppy happily at play. I am a smile on a stranger's face a gentle touch a warm embrace. Listen to the wind for my message of love. Watch the sun rise and set in the sky with me. Feel my essence encircle you with warm memories. Open your heart to know...I am not gone. Reach deep into your soul...You will find me. I am here. Have no fear. I am with you, Always.
Although I never met Bob personally, we did email, and I appreciated his generous sharing of information and techniques with me. I always enjoyed his posts here, and I'd like to join with all the others in offering my sympathy to his family.
Another Trainboard poster here that didn't know Bob personally but in my short time being involved here, recognized a wonderful spirit of freindship and helpfulness from LongTrain. My sincerest condolences to Carol and the rest of his family. A true measure of a man is how he touched others with kindness and generosity. Bob truly measured up.
I always enjoyed reading his post and looking at his pictures. This is sad news and I offer his family my regrets. Dan
Ever notice how hard it is to have your fingers type out what you are feeling inside? thats how I feel now hearing of Bobs passing. Truely a giant of a man in 1 to 1 scale with a heart to match, Its always hard to say goodby. Fairwell Bob.
