Friends who have signed my wall in the trainroom.

Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Over the years I have always kicked myself for never having a guest book for those who have visited the layout. I have had a few friends sign my wall and thought I would throw out a few. I have many more that I will ask to sign in the future. This will be updated this summer after LCCA comes to Boston. I might need to send a limo to get Alan Arnold here as I am saving him a spot.

Alex Malliae

Barry Broskowitz

Passenger Train Collector Brian Vaill

President of the NJ HiRailers Ben Fioriello

LocoLawyer Erol Gurcan

Mike Wolf

Lou Caponi my very special Train friend. You are missed very much Lou.

Jim Barrett our great friend from OGR.

Vinny Riccio (Worlds best cook) NJ HiRailers

Dana Sullivan President Maine3Railers

John Scaravella NJ HiRailers

Mike Reagan

Captain John Xenides

Chris Lonero

Jim DiMeo NJ HiRailers

Jim Rawlings

Ralph

Gerry Morlitz

Joe Stachler TM Productions

Jim Queenan

BOLO for New York guys with spray cans. They reach for a spray can before a pen when asked to sign anything.

Ben Fioriello [3)

The official York Countdown guy--EDDIE G.

Al Kolis--MR LCCA

LCCA-Al Kolis

Phil Klopp

Phil Klopp 006

Doctor Peter Condro (AKA Putnam Division)

Dr. Ed Kazarian

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3/6/156:54 PM

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Former Member

I am sure honored to be on that wall.

3/6/156:58 PM

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PingmanOGR Forum Member

Originally Posted by Marty Fitzhenry:

I might need to send a Limo to get Alan Arnold here as I am saving him a spot.

Save him three spots: "leavintracks," "OGR Ad Man," and, "Alan Arnold." By the way, who calls him "Alan"?

3/6/157:10 PM

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

I will do that. Brian I am honored to have you as a friend.

3/6/157:27 PM

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Barry BroskowitzOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Marty,

You give new meaning to the phrase "Up against the wall!"

3/6/157:33 PM

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rtr12OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

That looks like Mike Wolf giving Mike Reagan the 'eye' as he prepares to sign the wall, but Mike Reagan hasn't noticed it yet as he is still smiling...hope that turned out ok.

Great pictures, you have a lot of good memories saved there.

3/6/157:34 PM

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

One thing that many people do not know is the fact that Mike Wolf and Mike Reagan have been the best of friends for many years. I have also been close friends with both. They are both great guys.

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3/6/157:36 PM

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86TA355SROGR Forum Member

Such a cool idea! And, I love the pictures.

Much better than a guest book.

3/6/157:41 PM

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BradFOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

Please forgive me Marty ,but your lineup rivals that of the NY Yankees from back in the day.

Brad

3/6/157:51 PM

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Jeff78rrOGR Forum Member

Marty what a great idea and an awesome group of great friends!

3/6/157:59 PM

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rtr12OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Originally Posted by Marty Fitzhenry:

One thing that many people do not know is the fact that Mike Wolf and Mike Reagan have been the best of friends for many years. I have also been close friends with both. They are both great guys.

I somehow figured they were both acquainted with each other and probably talked from time to time. It's even better to know they are friends. You are very lucky to know all these guys so well.

And, one Mike is definitely a lot bigger than the other Mike.

3/6/158:04 PM

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wild maryOGR Forum Member

Marty that's quite an impressive line up you have there - just awesome.

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Alex MOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

I'm honored to have signed that wall. Marty is one great guy, I'm honored to be friends with him

Guys like Ben and I were brought up with spray cans in our hands, we rarely used pens. LOL

Alex

3/6/158:22 PM

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NJCJOEOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Marty,

That Wall of Fame is so cool. A lot of good characters have placed their signature.

3/6/158:30 PM

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SpenceOGR Forum Member

Great post.

3/6/158:37 PM

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mtj54OGR Forum Member

Marty,

What a fantastic way to personalize your layout space...

I live in an area where every four years a lot of political figures come to town, presidents both past & present and future hopefuls, also had many other chances to get signatures from "important" individuals, and I only did that once in my life, I always could see where it would interest some, but not me. But you just changed my mind completely, what an absolute wonderful idea. Those signatures, and the friendships that come along with them I bet mean the world to you, rightfully so. Great idea, I wish I was that original!

3/6/158:41 PM

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Captain JohnOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBERMEMORIAL SUPPORTER

Wow Marty! I am honored as well to be included. Can't thank you enough for all the help & advice over the years.

3/6/158:50 PM

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eddie gOGR Forum Member

I haven't signed your wall.

3/6/158:59 PM

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Eddie, you have had over 50 invites to come by. I would love to have you on my wall.

Guys, thanks for your kind words.

3/6/159:17 PM

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Tuscan JimOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBER

Hey, that's quite a distinguished list--Ralph's in good company!

3/6/159:32 PM

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Chris LoneroOGR Forum Member

I'm certainly honored to have made the wall with some of the best guy's in the hobby!

3/6/159:44 PM

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c.samOGR Forum Member DIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Marty, you are most blessed to have so many good friends from all these years. The trains come and go but true friends will always remain...

3/6/1511:04 PM

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Greg HouserOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBERMEMORIAL SUPPORTER

That's pretty darn neat!

-Greg

3/6/1511:14 PM

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bluelinec4OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBERMEMORIAL SUPPORTER

I didn't sign my name with the spray can I tagged the wall with the name of Marty's favorite team. The ny jets. Thanks for having us Marty

3/6/1511:42 PM

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Ben, call me

3/7/1512:22 AM

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Bobby OgageOGR Forum Member

Hi Marty,

It is on my bucket list to visit you and see your layout. My daughter lives in Stow, so the next time I visit her, I will send you an email. Thanks for your great contributions to O-gauge railroading.

Don't let my avatar scare you. I am a nice retired 72-year old train nut and car enthusiast.

3/7/156:25 AM

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MartyEOGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBERMEMORIAL SUPPORTER

Marty

Great picture. I think what folks probably don't realize is that there is a lot of friends among the manufacturers. It's great to know that business is business and friendships exist outside of it.

Originally Posted by Marty Fitzhenry:

One thing that many people do not know is the fact that Mike Wolf and Mike Reagan have been the best of friends for many years. I have also been close friends with both. They are both great guys.

3/7/156:46 AM

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Ingeniero No1OGR Forum Member

Marty,

Really appreciate you sharing these nice pictures with us, and also that you included the names of the guys in the pictures.

THX!!

Alex

3/7/1510:31 AM

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Larry Sr.OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Marty,

The wall sure is a nice touch, but I would just like to see all the TRAINS!!!

Larry

3/7/1511:06 AM

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BReeceOGR Forum Member

A great ideal. If you don't mind , a spot on the garage wall will be a signing post for my neighbors and their"GRANDKIDS" and mine to sign as they watch the

Reece lines run.

Thanks

Brent

3/7/151:25 PM

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Larry, that would take a few posts to do that.

3/7/154:14 PM

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Trains4Me2OGR Forum Member

Oh darn it........I didn't know we were signing the wall........ignore that signature on the vette!

3/7/155:15 PM

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Santa Fe VAOGR Forum Member

very cool idea and quite the list of signers.

Did something similar in college in my room at the fraternity house. Fun for all.

How did you get the cat to sign?!!!

3/7/155:25 PM

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Pine Creek RailroadOGR Forum Member

Marty F,

Some day if I can make the time, I would love to come up, see your layout and add my name to your incredible wall, if you would let me. What a great idea you had with a signature wall.

PCRR/Dave

3/7/156:07 PM

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Larry Sr.OGR Forum Member SUPPORTING MEMBERDIGITAL SUBSCRIBER

Marty

I didn't say that correctly.

I don't mean on the OGR, I mean with my old eyes in person looking at them!

Larry

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Marty FitzhenryOGR Forum Member MEMORIALIZED MEMBER

Larry, Dave, and trains4me2 all you guys are welcome anytime you may be in the area. I want any OGR forum member who may find himself in the area to stop by. Everyone is welcome.

3/7/156:29 PM

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willygeeOGR Forum Member

Originally Posted by MartyE:

Marty

Great picture. I think what folks probably don't realize is that there is a lot of friends among the manufacturers. It's great to know that business is business and friendships exist outside of it.

Originally Posted by Marty Fitzhenry:

One thing that many people do not know is the fact that Mike Wolf and Mike Reagan have been the best of friends for many years. I have also been close friends with both. They are both great guys.

Great to see bipartisanship in the industry...now if DC could do this..i mean Washington DC.