The Passing Of Marty Fitzhenry...update 1-2-2020

My condolences to both Dotty and Marty`s family. I first met Marty through several mutual friends at the York Show (about ten years ago). Marty & Dotty joined us a couple of times during some of the running sessions I had at my fathers house in New Hampshire. I remember Marty being impressed the with operation of the layout, being able to run multiple trains at once (command and conventional). Marty and my father also had the mutual interest in cars (particularly Corvettes).

Rest in Peace Marty! Til we meet again sometime and run trains.

While I never had the good fortune of meeting Marty he'd responded to my threads on numerous occasions on this forum and for that I'll always be thankful. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Dotty, and other family members 

Godspeed to you, Marty, disembarking from your worldly journey and embarking on the your most glorious journey of all.

Dotty, our sincerest condolences. We where so lucky to know him, learn from him and above all, laugh with him! We're glad he is finally at peace and out of pain.

Bill and Patrice

Ms. Dottie, I am at a loss for words. Since I knew Marty and yourself only when I was at the York Shows, Marty was always an inspiration to me with his words of wisdom.

Marty will definitely be missed as his kindness and generous spirit was always there for anyone who needed his help. A true gentleman and scholar, and a great friend.

In his passing, let us all remember the best for Marty as he has finally made it to the Eternal Station where we all pray to be when our time comes. Rest In Peace, My Good Friend.

Lastly, Ms. Dotty, you are in my prayers and thoughts and my sincerest condolences to you.

Marty, my friend, rest in peace. Dotty, God bless you for taking care of him the way that you did.

Gerry

I'm very sorry to read this. I know we were all hoping against this and praying that he would pull through. This hobby has a big hole in it. My sincere condolences to Dottie and the rest of Marty's family.  God Speed, Marty, you will (are  already are) missed.

Chris

Lehigh Valley Hi Railers

I will cherish the locomotive Marty helped me fix......it will remain with me for the rest of my days, as he is with many of us, he will be with me, by my side whenever I run it, and thanks to Marty’s help the sounds echo through the house, letting me know he’s here with me.....Thank you Marty!....the track is clear, grab the throttle my friend.......Pat

Prayers for MARTYs family and for you DOTTY.  May he Rest In Peace.

The Train has left the station. God bless Marty, Dotty and all of his family. He will be forever be remembered as the great person that he was.

Forest

Sorry to hear about the passing of Marty Fitzhenry.I will always cherish the times I got to interact with him whether it was at the York or Trainstock meets.It was always a pleasure to talk model railroading with him.My thoughts and prayers go out to Dotty and his loved ones at this sad time.RIP Marty.

Rest in Peace Marty. 

Life is short, like a drop of water in an ocean, but the greatness of a person is measured by all the love poured out through those they touch.  Marty, may you rest in peace. 

This thread is all the evidence one needs to know the type of person Marty was.  This is tough to take. You will be missed.

-Greg

My thoughts and prayers to Dotty and Marty's family.  Marty was a great embassador of this hobby.

I never know what to write or say at times like this,

God bless Marty and family

The rails of our community are less shiny tonight. 

Dottie, feel the warm embrace of everyone here - may it give you some comfort.

Our deepest sympathies.

Paul & MJ

So glad Marty doesn't have to live in misery anymore. Dotty not enough can be said for what you've gone through I hope you have a blessed 2020. And to the rest of Marty's friends and family I'm sorry for your loss.

RIP Marty never got to know him but he was a very well liked person. May he be playing with the biggest train layout in the sky.

It’s truly a sad day. I know of 2 people who have transitioned over today but to be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. My condolences to Mrs Dotty and his entire family.  The next time I see him, I’ll make sure I make his acquaintance. 

All of us Muffins are very sorry to read this. We will miss this swell guy. Thank you, Dottie for all you've done. Marty, we will see you again on the other side.

OGR CEO-PUBLISHER posted:

Dotty contacted me about 30 minutes ago with the sad news that Marty passed away.  I will update the title of this thread with that message.  This is a very sad time.....  The OGR family sends our heartfelt condolences to Dotty and Marty's family.....we will certainly miss him.....

I didn't have the privilege of knowing Marty,but gained  inspiration through his knowledge and enthusiasm, as many of us did. May he rest well.

Thoughts and prayers to everyone Marty touched. RIP Marty.

Very sad news...my condolences to Dotty and Marty's entire family.  He was a giant in this hobby.  May he rest in peace!!

RIP Marty, and peace be with Dottie, and the whole family.

The hobby has lost a very decent guy who will be remembered as a good will ambassador that touched the lives of many. Our sincerest heartfelt sympathy to Dotty and the Fitzhenry family for their loss. Marty is now with our Lord and savior where he has been resurrected to enjoy everlasting life in heaven.  One day we will meet again my friend.

A really fine person and a pillar of our hobby.  Marty will be missed by everyone who had the honor of knowing him.

God bless

For Marty and Dotty:

We love you 3000 and Excelsior!!!

I am so sorry to here this.  My deepest condolences and prayers go to Dotty and family.

Norm Rish

May he rest in peace.  He was a good man.

There is not much more I can add.

Please consider this....

That Marty can now observe, pain free, all of the appreciation we have for his friendship and wisdom.  That he can sit back, smile, and say "Wow, it was worth the effort; I really did make a difference; you guys are all very welcome."

Got the text from Dotty this afternoon that I didn't want to receive.Been down in the dumps for the last few weeks in anticipation of this. Couldn't help but think about Marty a lot lately and even more as I read these wonderful tributes. I loved my time and conversations with him, Dotty and grandson Dean at his house, Olive Garden, York, train shows, etc. He always gave more than he received and was truly the "magic light bulb" for many of us. I feel as though we have lost one of the grand ambassadors of the hobby and a link to the Golden Age of O gauge railroading. One of these days I'll go run all the engines that he fixed for me. I just don't think it will be quite as much fun as before. My love and gratitude to Dotty and Dean for all you did for Marty.

Ed Kazarian

I cannot say that I had the pleasure of meeting Marty in person. However, I can say that he helped me more than once, and made me feel like we were old friends. 

I had just watched one of the TM books videos the other day of his layout. You could tell in his voice how much he loved the hobby and how humble he was. I am sorry he had to suffer, but glad he is out of pain now. My thoughts and prayers are with Dottie, family, and all of his friends. So sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,

Joe Gozzo

God speed, Marty. Thoughts and prayers for all.

Very sorry to hear this sad news, our sincere condolences to Dotty and Marty's family.

We are saddened by Marty’s passing. We ask the lord to comfort and hold Marty close to his heart . We ask and pray that he will grant Dotty and all that Marty loved the courage and strength to meet this challenge. 

Not to get too philosophical, but as one who only knew Marty through the forum, this proves one thing.  George Bailey in "it's a wonderful life" was correct.  One measure of a life is the impact and influence on the lives of others. It appears Marty very much cleared this hurdle.

So sorry to hear of Marty's untimely departure from this earth, it is with sadden to hear this, but also realize he is no longer suffering, and in a better place. May the lord bless Marty and all who knew him. 

God bless him and those who loved him dearly.

I wish I had gotten a chance to really know him instead of saying "hi Marty, wow it's really crowded here are there any seats" at Quaker Steak & Lube during October's York 2018. Marty quickly pointed me to an open seat.

I am fortunate to know some really good friends that knew him really well and to hear some stories. My heart goes out to those friends who grieve for their brother in railroading.

May we all take comfort that he is no longer suffering, tip our hats to him, and drink to him.

Highball, Marty. Safe trip and peace at last for him, and comfort to all his people.

Free at last.  Thanks be to God!  Hallelujah!  Hallelujah!

May our merciful God empower Dottie who must now go on alone.  No amount of preparation or planning could possibly be enough.  Prayers ascend for peace and strength for the days ahead.  Let's hope that she continues with her interest in railroads and remains current here with us, her 1:48 family.  May the peace of the Lord, which passeth all understanding, be with you, Dottie, now and forever.  Amen.