Terrible news, Bill

I'm shocked to hear about Paul's passing. His Pelican Bay was truly a work of art. He, his family and friends will be in our prayers. 

Marty

Very sad to hear about this

Very sad to hear about this. I have met Paul a few times, and we corresponded via email, he was always willing to share.

He was a great talent and artist, he will be missed.

-- Bill Beverly

Passed away from complications from back surgery?

I always liked Paul's scenery tips and especially his Pelican Bay.  This is a little disturbing to me as I am facing back surgery if my treatments don't work.  Reading how Paul passed ran a shiver up my aching back. I have other medical issues to complicate things.  We will keep Paul and his family in our prayers.

Den

It happens ...

Yes, otherwise "routine" surgery can on rare occasions be fatal - I recall that Dan Blocker (Hoss on Bonanza) passed away from complications during gall bladder surgery. So it does happen.

The way I figure it, when it's your time to go, it's your time to go. Tripping on your front porch can be fatal if it's your time.

Very sorry to hear about Paul's passing - it's definitely a real shock. Certainly be praying for his family during this time of loss.

This is truly sad news...

Paul was a genius.  I followed his published work for 40 years.  His work never failed to inspire me.  

Sad news indeed

I only met Paul at the PNW Regional meet a couple years back - his railroad was incredible, and I started using his paver sand technique of scenery formation immediately thereafter. He was a man of dignity and humor - both of which could be seen on his layout.

Based on Paul's health as I saw it then, multiple years ago, I imagine his back surgery was considered fairly high risk.

My sympathies to his family - I hope that 4th Division will set something up at this years regional (next month) as a memorial.

Agreed

A real loss

Paul's work has been an inspiration to many modelers, including me. Unfortunately, I never had the opportunity to meet him, but his creativity and modeling genius were unique. His willingness to share his ideas and love for model railroading has enriched the hobby. He will be greatly missed, prayers and condolences to his family and friends.

Sorry to hear this

I never had the chance to meet him but we did exchange a few e mails.  I was just some guy who bought his DVDs with a few questions for him.  You would have thought we old time friends, he extended an invitation to his layout anytime I wanted and he truly meant it.

Any chance we can add to the heading?   Sad news, Paul Scoles passed.... or something like that. If the Pelican thread not have been bumped I would have missed this

Steve

Sad

This is sad news. My condolences to his family. I never met the man but I enjoyed his work.

Add to heading

I posted the original after seeing Tony's post on the Yahoo Proto layout site, I am not sure how to change the heading but anyone that knows, feel free to change it.

Blessings

Bill Michael

Subject line

Hi Bill - I believe only the original poster can change it.  To do so, just go back to your post and click on the Edit tab at the top, change the subject line, and then click on Submit.

Paul Scoles

I am so sorry to hear about Paul's death.  Last September, on a trip to Seattle, Paul was gracious enough to welcome me into his little home, and we spent the whole afternoon together.  We talked of everything from railroads to Viet Nam.  Over the years I've purchased every book or video or magazine article I could find on Paul's layout, and it is truly a great work of art.  I hope something can be done to preserve it.  He will be dearly missed in our hobby.

Mark A. Paulson

Denver, Durango & Silverton

A Master Model Railroader

I followed along in the Gazette whenever some of his stuff appeared. His series about his Big Trees section was really amazing. I'll put him up there with John Allen as far as scenery goes.

Jack 

Sad

Pelican Bay photos

Inspiration

I  never met Paul Scoles or visited his layout either, except through his great DVDs and articles. His techniques have had a big influence on my modeling and I have watched his Ops DVD several times. He really had a casual style and was a "natural" on his DVDs. So enjoyable. As a narrow gauge modeler I wish to thank Paul for sharing with the community. Hopefully his layout can be preserved in some form. Long may his little tea-kettles steam.

Paul Scoles

Earthquakes, Tornados and passing of special people are events that shake ones life and reminds us of the need to focus on every day and opportunity. I never met Paul, but neither did I meet John, and yet they and a number of others are major factors in my 45 years in our hobby. Exhibiting excellence and sharing their skills and insights lead us and newcomers to enjoyment, camaraderie, striving.. Thank you Paul Scoles for your being with us and sharing and thank you to your family for letting you and my condolences to them. Vaya con Dios

We have lost...

a great modeler and a true American hero.

Deepest sympathies to the entire Scoles family.  We are all richer for having known Paul either personally or through his writings.

The older I get the more

The older I get the more saddened I am when one of our fellow modelers passes. This man was very accomplished and had achieved fame amongst modelers that were not in his scale or gage. It is truly sad to loose another inspirational person from our ranks. A long time acquaintance of mine was in for minor surgery and died from some rare complication during surgery also, it was a shock to all who knew him. Joe, I understand your thoughts on when it's your time it's your time but some things just don't seem like they should cause someone to die. Things like surgery are one of those things to me particularly when it is to repair a bone issue for example. 

My condolences to his friends and family, he will be missed by those of us that only knew of his accomplishments in the hobby and I am sure he will be missed a great deal more by those fortunate enough to know him.

At least one of the folks mentioned they are facing back surgery prior to doing it I would explore The McKinnzey Method of back treatment, I just went through it and it fixed my back problems in a short amount of time with out surgery. Not saying that it will cure you but it is handled by a physical therapist and I went from intense pain all the time and barely able to walk to no pain at all and feeling 15 years younger. If it works for you think of what you could save. Sometimes surgery is the only option but I would look into this if I was looking at surgery.

Rob in Texas

Sad news

Hearing of Paul's passing is very disheartening. When you hear of someone's passing, it makes me think of 'Live everyday as it may be your last'.  He was an extremely great modeler who was always willing to share his knowledge. Reading his articles, watching his DVD's was and will be a huge inspiration to myself as I am sure to many other modelers. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He be deeply missed.

Really sad news

I never got to meet him in person, but I had the chance to talk to him several times on the phone. I have his DVD's which are truly inspirational. It is really sad to learn of his passing.  So long Paul!!!

Que Dios te bendiga!!!!

Condolences to the Scoles

A great loss to our hobby