Casey Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 I didn't know Tom Setzer of Jacksonville, Florida personally, but I followed a few of his build topics, and I'm sure a few of us remember him mentioning he lost his house to a fire a few months ago. While doing some searching tonight I looked at his profile page and noticed this had been posted: Tom Setzer passed away Sunday 12/30/12 at orange park Med Center in Florida. Thank you for talking with him near the end of his illness. We rarely get a chance to put a face to a screen name, but I found this video which showed what a difficult time Tom and his family were going through after the fire: http://www.firstcoastnews.com/onyourside/article/264166/9/Jacksonville-couple-in-dispute-with-insurance-company-over-claim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sad news, thoughts for his family Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Wow, that's just sad. God bless your family. Rest in Peace, Tom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sorry to hear the sad news, may he R.I.P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sad news; sorry to hear. I also enjoyed Tom's builds and posts. He sure had a tough time this past year. Condolences to his family and friends. Godspeed, Tom. Rest comfortably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 I knew the name but couldn't remember why it stuck out so much in looking over his topics it came back to me .... when he lost his best friend Rex that post really got to me . Here's to Tom and Rex reunited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sad. Rest In Peace Tom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 So Sorry to hear that.. RIP.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 That is quite sad news. My heart goes out to his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesG Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 r.I.p Tom sorry we never got to meet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Morgan Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Sad news indeed/ R.I.P. Tom/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 A very sad story, may he find peace in heaven. I remember his posts and comments about his struggles with the fire and ensuing dealings with the insurance company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbs Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 rest in peace Tom..... prayers go out to his wive. all the more reason to all take a look in the mirror, be thankful for what we have and tell your loved ones that you really do love them...... everyday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 I remember the post about this happening. l have read his posts. This is so sad. even more personal when you put a face to it....God rest his soul... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1972coronet Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 Rest In Peace , Tom . My most sincere condolences to the Setzer family (thanks to whomever kept us updated on Tom's condition and passing). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmvw guy Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 I too, remember some of his posts. R.I.P. Tom. A sad story indeed, he deserved better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 (edited) To deal with such hardship... is heartbreaking. His name I recognize, but I did not know him. His journey here may be done, but it sounds like he had many friends and admirers. RIP Mr. Setzer. Edited January 29, 2013 by Jon Cole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timc Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 R.I.P. Tom. My condolances to the Setzer family. from one vet to another "Thank You Brother" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southpier Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 interesting how perception can differ from reality. saw his posts after the fire and sensed his need for something to divert his worry and pain. he seemed to know period hot rods, so i tried to entice him to start a Q&A specifically aimed at flathead engines. it didn't really grow wings, but posters tried to let him know there was much he could offer. sorry story, especially from someone who gave so much. RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 So sad, all my prayers go out to him and his family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob McKee Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 Life is just to short. Thanks Tom for making our modelling community a better place. Rest in Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneWolf15 Posted January 31, 2013 Share Posted January 31, 2013 See you on down the road , old friend . May you rest easy and in blissful peace . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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