R.I.P. Tom Setzer

[Casey]

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

[martinfan5]

Sad news, thoughts for his family

[george 53]

Wow, that's just sad. God bless your family. Rest in Peace, Tom.

[High octane]

Sorry to hear the sad news, may he R.I.P.

[Danno]

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.

[randx0]

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.

[Erik Smith]

Sad. Rest In Peace Tom.

[RodneyBad]

So Sorry to hear that..

RIP..

[vintagercr]

That is quite sad news. My heart goes out to his family.

[jamesG]

r.I.p Tom sorry we never got to meet.

[Kris Morgan]

Sad news indeed/ R.I.P. Tom/

[mikemodeler]

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.

[tubbs]

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!

[slusher]

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...

[1972coronet]

Rest In Peace , Tom .

My most sincere condolences to the Setzer family (thanks to whomever kept us updated on Tom's condition and passing).

[rmvw guy]

I too, remember some of his posts. R.I.P. Tom. A sad story indeed, he deserved better.

[Jon Cole]

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

[timc]

R.I.P. Tom. My condolances to the Setzer family. from one vet to another "Thank You Brother"

[southpier]

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

[Ben]

So sad, all my prayers go out to him and his family.

[Rob McKee]

Life is just to short.

Thanks Tom for making our modelling community a better place. Rest in Peace

[LoneWolf15]

See you on down the road , old friend . May you rest easy and in blissful peace .