(rshsdepot) Robert Pounds, R. I. P.

[jdent1_@_optonline.net]

Seth Bramson posted this sad message on another list.  Depot book fans will recognize Mr. Pounds as the author of the great Sante Fe depot book series.

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From: Seth Bramson 
Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2008 2:37 pm

Dear friends:
 
It is with no small amount of sadness that I advise you of the passing of a great friend of all of us, a great railfan, a great railroad employee and the person who many credit with doing so much to convince the BNSF that, just like the FEC, the railroad enthusiasts are a caring group who, with 
just a small amount of courtesy and interest from the road, will support that road in every way possible.
 
Robert Pounds spent his entire career as a railroader, both with AT&SF and with BNSF and was a top level police official for the road. He was also a top-notch collector of timetables and memorabilia and a consummate gentleman, and I got to know Bob through the various railroad 
memorabilia shows that we did including, among others, Ft. Worth, Denver and Albuquerque.

I personally feel that the industry and "the hobby" have lost a great friend and I know that you all join me in extending our sympathies and condolences to Bob's family. May he rest in peace.

As ever,
Seth 

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