I am very sorry to have to pass the following news along.
Chard Walker was a true, sweet and gentle - gentleman .
Rest in peace Chard, you brought a lot of joy to us ATSF Fans !

I am so fortunate to have met this true gentleman and major railroading legend.
We need more gentlemen like him in this world.
He loved and enjoyed telling his life story at a Winterail program a few years ago in 2002.

It seems kind of appropriate that he passes while the BNSF is finishing the 3rd main from Keenbrook to Cajon Summit.
I hope the BNSF will PERMANENTLY name a piece of land at the new Cajon Summit after him .
A Control Point should definitely be named in his honor at the new 3 track Summit.
Thank you for passing on this news to us!
Rest in Peace Chard !

A day with Chard Walker is documented on this Railroadforums thread.
Thank you so very much for doing this Santiago!
http://www.railroadforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12034

---- Daniel

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From the ATSF Yahoo Group this AM:
I just received a phone call from Gene Rutledge telling me that a good friend to all who knew him, Chard Walker passed away around 9:00 this morning and was very peaceful when he slipped away. His death leaves a bit hole among those who knew him. When I get more information I will try to post it on the Santa Fe list.

Norm Walters