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John Meyncke posted:

Folks in the Southern California area will surely remember Ed Karper. He was one of the good guys gone too soon. When I  got back into O gauge around 1996, Ed was always at train shows, his tables and merchandise neatly displayed and the best part...he always had his signature candy dish filled with really good free candy!

I only knew Ed by being a customer of his. He was one of the most patient and kindly guys I've ever met. Always willing to help a novice with accurate information. He new alot about postwar trains and could provide valuable context on all things Lionel. I never knew if he had a home layout, but I imagine he did. 

He was always known to be fair and honest in his train dealings and had the friendship and respect of all who knew him.  When I go to train meets these days I miss stopping by Ed's tables and saying hello and getting a free piece of candy...

John

 

 

What a delightful man.

Arnold

OGR Publishing, Inc., 1310 Eastside Centre Ct, Suite 6, Mountain Home, AR 72653
800-980-OGRR (6477)
www.ogaugerr.com

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