JJ Johnston

Update, Feb 23, 2017:

Well known vendor and modeler Bob Rudge passed away January 25th and his graveside service was held February 7th at the Tahoma National Cemetery honoring fallen service men and women. Bob had reserved a spot at the UNW Monroe Show this weekend (Feb 25-26) and his wife Emma and family members have decided to keep his commitment and run the booth. Bob was a member of the Boeing Employees Model Railroad Club. If you are attending the UNW model train show, please visit Bob’s tables and give condolences to the family. The pictures below show wife Emma receiving the American Flag and Bob’s Urn.

Original post:

It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of our dear friend and fellow modeler Bob Rudge. Most of us know Bob from the years he spent as a multi-table vendor at all the local swap meets and trade conventions. Bob always had the perfect and best kits and detail parts and if he didn’t have it, he could always find it somewhere. Bob had been fighting cancer for several years, and is survived by his wife Emma and daughters Michelle and Tamera. As a proud Veteran, Bob will be honored in a service at the Tahoma National Cemetery, 18600 SE 240th, Kent, 98042, on February 7th at 1:30 pm.

Bob Rudge memorial service held on February 7th at the Tahoma National Cemetery.

Bob Rudge urn.