Re: Nan Clark Tribute - Video

Terri Shaw Wrote:
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> A sad, touching, fitting memorial.
>
> As I was watching the video I thought about how
> memorial services for pilots often include the
> "missing man formation" fly-over. I'm not aware
> of any analogous custom in the railroading world.
> So I wondered how you-all went about inventing
> this commemoration for opening day.
>
> Terri


Hi Terri, I guess the idea began with a thought about the wreath on the locomotive at Christmas time. The idea of the long whistle is not new and it has been done before to honor others. The choice of the water tower location came about because it was one of Les' favorite video locations. As the plan was shared with others, everyone seemed to think it would be a nice tribute for Nan and the video and wreath being sent to Les will give him something to keep and remind him that many people were thinking about Nan AND about him on Opening Day.