Gone but not forgotten, Rest In Peace Larry.
In an endeavor predominated by grey hairs, whenever we lose a member who did what we emulate in miniature, to put bread on his table, we lose untold amounts of real knowledge and experience. I did not know Mr. Morgan on a personal basis but we did exchange ideas on this forum and not seeing "Brakie" will leave a large void here.
To all the rest of you, please guard your health preciously, and remember Brakie.
I dedicated a "crummy" in his honor:
Brakies_crummy by Edmund, on Flickr
He will always be remembered when his train passes by...
Regards, Ed
Well, rats. Larry and I communicated frequently on the "electronic" highway. I did some painting for his "Columbus & Hocking Valley" railroad, both in HO and in N. Sorry for his passing and 'Rest in Peace' my friend!
Don; Prez, CEO or whatever of the Wishram, Oregon and Western RR
That's sad news. I always enjoyed brakie's commentary - he had some very interesting viewpoints. His input here will be missed.
Mark P.
Website: http://www.thecbandqinwyoming.comVideos: https://www.youtube.com/user/mabrunton
I as well am very saddened to hear the news about our forum friend Larry. I do not wish to speak in past tense as I believe a good spirit lives on in the memories and thoughts of those who know them.
I did chat with Larry many times through the years here. Larry always comes across as a good man and a kind man. He will be missed but remembered here.
My heart goes out to him, his family and friends.
John
His posts were always informative and insightfull.
My condolences this his family. He will be missed.
Very sad news. Read elsewhere is was COVID19.
Larry will be missed.
Rio Grande. The Action Road - Focus 1977-1983
Very sorry to hear. My condolences to his family. His posts here were always well worth reading.
David Starr www.newsnorthwoods.blogspot.com
mlehmanHe was practical, down to earth, and knew where to find fun in model railroading.
That is very true. He knew what he enjoyed, and that is what he built.
I loved the enthusiasm he had for all of his project ISLs.
-Kevin
Living the dream.
doctorwayneI am very saddened to report that Brakie has taken the last train to what I hope will be a better place.
Thanks Wayne for letting us know. Condolences to his family and friends.
Dave
I'm just a dude with a bad back having a lot of fun with model trains, and finally building a layout!
"One difference between pessimists and optimists is that while pessimists are more often right, optimists have far more fun."
Brakie was a good fellow to have around. He could carry his own in a discussion, which fewer seem inclined to do. He was practical, down to earth, and knew where to find fun in model railroading. Carry on and stop by to visit the layout now that your ghostly presence can go where it pleases.
Mike Lehman
Urbana, IL
Yes, sad to hear about Larry, may he rest in peace.
His posts were always interesting, he will be missed.
Sheldon
Well, sad news. My condolences to his family.
He always made a good case for ISL's. I shall miss his postings.
Paul
I had checked another forum he was active in, and noticed his lack of presence there, as in here.
He knew Athearn BB locos to no end. I learned alot from him.
Very sad, you'll be missed Larry.
Prayers to him and family.
Mike.
EDIT: I didn't see anything in his obituary about working on the railroad ? I always thought he did, as he mentioned in may posts.
My You Tube
Sad news. I always enjoyed reading his posts. He was full of enthusiasm and completely enjoyed the hobby. I'll miss him.
Chuck - Modeling in HO scale and anything narrow gauge
Condolences to Larry's family
Jan
Wow, thats some terrible news, condolences to his family and friends...
Rest in peace Larry
Charles
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Rest in Peace Larry
Henry
COB Potomac & Northern
Shenandoah Valley
Another one gone way too soon. Condolences to his family; at least now he is with his Shirley.
Wayne,
Sad news!! I remember Brakie from the old days on this forum. I will miss him. I enjoyed reading his posts and hearing his point of view..
Condolences to the family,
Guy
see stuff at: the Willoughby Line Site
So sorry to hear. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. I will remember him when I see IPD boxcars.
John Mock
Some sad new's indeed! Larry was a good friend........We spoke of ISL's most of the time in PM's. Condolences to His Family.
Thank You Wayne for the info...... God Bless All,
Frank
Sorry to hear of his loss. Prayers for his family and friends.
Sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to his family.
Dave H. Painted side goes up. My website : wnbranch.com
Sad, sad news. Thanks for passage. He provided such helpful answers to my many, many questions.
I am very sorry to hear of Brakie's passing. We used to have some great debates back in the day, and I'll miss him.