How Fortunate We Are by Patricia A. Kelly http://www.thetentacle.com/ShowArticle.cfm?mydocid=4869
George W. Wireman died last week. He was known as the train man, and so much more. He was a polio survivor, rejected by the Army because of his deformed feet and legs, who walked and hiked everywhere, and visited all 50 states, including Hawaii four times – and he never had a driver’s license.
He was a radio personality and a patriot. He was the historian of Thurmont, and a loving grandfather. He touched my heart deeply when he welcomed my little grandson and me into his home to see his train layout. We encountered him again, too, during a ride on the Walkersville Southern Railway, where he was chief conductor.
Last Saturday I attended Mr. Wireman’s memorial service. It was held at Catoctin High School, “Home of the Fighting Cougars.” There was a good turnout in the auditorium. There was a color guard. The community contributed to setting it up, and, young and old, turned out for this very special 91 year old.
Last week marked another death as well, that of ... http://www.thetentacle.com/ShowArticle.cfm?mydocid=4869
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