Robert D. Welk Jr.

bob; the christmas season won't be the same without you. this years chesire train show wasn't the same. it was where i found out how sick you were. i wished then, as i wished now, there was something i could do for you. to bob's family, my wife and i continue to grieve your loss. sincerely, god bless. peter and donna tierinni

My condolences for your loss.

I met Bob at Nutmeg Division train meets. He was a soft spoken, nice guy, and our unofficial Division photographer. I feel lucky to have known him.

I wish I had known he also loved astronomy! I've always enjoyed following that science and the breathtaking images. We could have shared that, too.

Dear Margaret and Matthew, family members and friends of Bob and train enthusiasts, on behalf of the BOD of the Nutmeg Division and the National Model Railroad Association, we send our heartfelt condolences to all of you and to let you know that our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time of loss and sorrow. May Bob and his father have the train ride they always wanted together and may Bob rest in peace forever with his father.

Bob, I will miss your kindness, friendship, and your stories train related. You will be greatly missed.

Dear Margaret, if there is anything that the Nutmeg Division of the NMRA can do for you and your family please let me know.

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National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) - Nutmeg Division
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my friend, my buddy. we go way back to grammar school. since we lived near each other, we walked home nearly every day. we spoke about the day's happenings, about our hobbies and much more. as i found out later, your mother was my future and current wife's ( donna donlon ) scout leader. she had many fond memories of your wonderful mother, her compassion and love of scouting. as the years passed we never saw much of each other. when we met up a few years ago, you invited me to join up with the n m r a train club in your hometown. we spent many hours swapping stories about our love of model trains. at a train show last year, we met up. to my surprise you spoke of the cancer you had contracted. your courage and your concern for others, even though you were the one fighting this terrible disease, lifted a weight from my shoulders. we stayed in contact and even had breakfast a few months ago. i told you when i was home alone, i shed tears for you. i also offered you help and to lend an ear, if needed. i also said i would be there for you, only a phone call away. even though you never took me up on my offer, i was shocked and hurt by your passing. i feel bad because i wanted to be there if you needed anything, i feel empty inside because i lost a childhood friend. you left a lot of things on the table that you wanted to do. in closing, i can say you were a good friend. i will always look on our friendship that stood the test of time. wish it could have lasted a while longer. god bless. condolences to your family. sincerely, peter j tierinni

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.