I am saddened to report the death of Greg Heier, editor of O Scale News. I just saw Greg at the March Meet so it was a shock to learn he had passed away last Friday (April 17th).
Greg was the managing editor of OSN since 1987. He was also a writer and a professional photographer. Greg built his first 2-Rail O Scale model in 1955. Over the years Greg was a member of various clubs but his greatest love was volunteering at the Illinois Railway Museum. Not too long ago, Greg had become an NMRA Life Member and was elected to the O Scale Hall of Fame in September 2007.
While many thought there was animosity between OST and OSN, Greg was always cordial and collegial toward us. He was a great font of O Scale knowledge which will be missed.
Our condolences to Joy, his wife, and to all of Greg’s friends in the hobby.
For those interested there will be a memorial service on May 9th. Contact Rich Yoder [oscale48@comcast.net] for more information.
Joe Giannovario
Publisher