RMweb Premium Popular Post CF MRC Posted June 12, 2019 RMweb Premium Popular Post Share Posted June 12, 2019 bollox2p4 Great man Tim (Mod - bollox2p4 was Roy's e-mail address) 9 1 2 6 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Worsdell forever Posted June 12, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 12, 2019 I first met Roy many years ago through mutual friends and had enjoyed conversations and verbal abuse ever since, he was always very supportive of my modelling, often bringing dragging people to my first exhibition layout, 'Fellburn' to show them the 'body in a carpet' under the arches. A few years later exhibiting Greyscroft at Shipley, Roy just had to be stood watching when a short stopped the whole layout, he couldn't have been more supportive offering suggestions to fix the fault, not all of them involved heavy tools... Many enjoyable visits to see Retford followed over the years and it was great to see such an epic project developing. The last time I saw Roy was at Scalefour North (he did admit, although wispered, that it was a good show despite there being no EM...) and had our usual natter but he didn't look well at all, but I thought all was not lost as he still swore at me... RIP you old B*%$&^# 5 1 1 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium t-b-g Posted June 12, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 12, 2019 6 minutes ago, CF MRC said: bollox2p4 Great man Tim I was there when he got his first computer and helped him set that up. The version he first wanted to use was considerably ruder than that but the internet provider kept saying "Sorry, we won't let you use that sort of language in an email address" so we had to tinker until we found something he and they were happy with. Happy times..... 5 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulwell Hall Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 What can one say - truly a great bloke who has left a massive hole. I first met him in the early 80s and our conversations over the intervening years were always both entertaining and worthwhile. You will be very sorely missed Roy. RIP. Gerry 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atso Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I never met Roy, but I was a big admirer of Retford and the workmanship that had gone into the layout and its stock. The hobby has lost one of the greats and my sincerest condolences go out to his family and friends. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandra Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I have already posted my feelings for Roy in Tony Wright’s thread. I would like to reiterate that I feel that Roy’s death is a great loss to the hobby. He was a gentleman and a friend and I am very sorry that he has gone. I again send my condolences to Geoff and Chris and to all his family. Sandra 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenB Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I didn’t know Roy personally and I only ever came across once, at Wells, when he was assisting with Black Lion Crossing. He was explaining why he was wearing two pairs of glasses. His lasting legacy will be his wonderful modelling. RIP sir. Stephen 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodcock29 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I consider myself to have been very fortunate to have met Roy and to have visited his Retford three times (2008, 2013 and 2017) considering I live on the other side of the world. Each time Roy was most welcoming. Having the privilege to operate Retford is something I'll never forget. Driving an A4 with a heavy train south through Retford took some practice. I was also most fortunate in being able to take others from Oz with me on two of those occasions. The last time in 2017, Roy had had some form of back surgery the day before we visited but still he welcomed us even though he was in some discomfort. He told me then that Retford would never be finished. I can only hope it is possible to save Retford - one of the most inspirational layouts I've ever seen or am likely to see - it would be a great memorial to a truly remarkable man. My condolences to Roy's family and friends. RIP Roy. Andrew Emmett 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Barry O Posted June 12, 2019 RMweb Premium Share Posted June 12, 2019 I first met Roy at Leeds Show in the Corn Exchange in the late 1970s. Who else would have a compensated EM gauge tailed (and lamped) black rodent on the back of a train ? Never been to see Retford but it looks a fantastic layout. I will miss the (very) occasional chat with a master modeller. Go give them a talking to Jacko! Commiserations to family and friends alike Baz 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 1 hour ago, Barry O said: I first met Roy at Leeds Show in the Corn Exchange in the late 1970s. Who else would have a compensated EM gauge tailed (and lamped) black rodent on the back of a train ? Never been to see Retford but it looks a fantastic layout. I will miss the (very) occasional chat with a master modeller. Go give them a talking to Jacko! Commiserations to family and friends alike Baz I think the rodent was red, Barry, One Rastus by name; scooting along behind a Pullman on High Dyke and finally Retford, what fun! What a great bloke. Regards, Tony. 1 2 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete55 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, Barry O said: Who else would have a compensated EM gauge tailed (and lamped) black rodent on the back of a train ? Yes, you must be referring to "Rastus", the red rat who allegedly lived under the platforms at King's Cross. He still exists somewhere in Roy's "shed". Some shed, As someone once remarked, you could fit three of their bungalows in the same floor space! Roy was certainly a prodigious modeller, and was always prepared to hep folk, and led by example when he said that you have to actually do something rather than just talk about it. I will miss the camaraderie and friendship of many years.....life will not be quite the same without him. RIP Roy. Pete (Tony just beat me too it about Rastus!) Edited June 12, 2019 by pete55 3 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 (edited) 14 minutes ago, pete55 said: Yes, you must be referring to "Rastus", the red rat who allegedly lived under the platforms at King's Cross. He still exists somewhere in Roy's "shed". Some shed, As someone once remarked, you could fit three of their bungalows in the same floor space! Roy was certainly a prodigious modeller, and was always prepared to hep folk, and led by example when he said that you have to actually do something rather than just talk about it. I will miss the camaraderie and friendship of many years.....life will not be quite the same without him. RIP Roy. Pete (Tony just beat me too it about Rastus!) Quite so Pete, I'll miss him, too. We all will. A red rat on his trainsets (Roy always called his layouts thus - he had not a jot of pomposity in him), a most-amusing email address, and the leaver of a model railway legacy second to none. There'll never be another Roy Jackson! Edited June 12, 2019 by Tony Wright to clarify a point 10 2 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrushVeteran Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I can't really add much more to what has already been said other than to say it had been an honour to be welcomed into his 'modelling regime' and to listen to his forthright and expert views of his approach to life has been most entertaining. I'm sure he will be missed but very much remembered for his huge contribution into helping the serious modeller. I well remember Roy inviting my son Adam, then as a mere 11 year old, to operate a few trains around Retford on one of our initial visits..........................including a famous 'Roy bollocking' for not obeying the signals! My thoughts go to his family and all those I have met during my many visits to 'Retford'. Thank you Roy. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
xm607 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 He was an inspiration to us all, and I certainly miss the pilgrimage with the BNNRS to see him and Retford before I moved to the south east upon retirement, as a fellow EM modeller he was keen to see something that you could bring to run after the sequence, ending with the Deltic and passenger train belting across the junctions way way above the supposed speed limit!! I have a short video of my DJH Garrett (single motor) pulling his long freight for a few circuits, he and the crew were surprised that it completed them as a few guest locomotives did not, yes Roy you will be missed, RIP. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Delamar Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 10 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johndon Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I was lucky enough to get to see Retford last year. I'd not met Roy before but, pretty much as soon as I walked in to the layout room, he clocked me and came over to say hello. Didn't get to chat to him too much as I was bit overawed by Retford but it was really appreciated that he'd welcomed me. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coach bogie Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I was fortunate enough to be invited to Retford because of this beast. Roy was a demonstrator at a show when he had this on his stand. I get the impression there had been some not too complimentary comments. Personally I thought it was stunning. We talked at length about K's kits, rigid frames and it is my train set and I will do what I like. He inspired me to produce things I wanted even if not historically correct. We have a mutual friend and I was surprised to have an invite, as long as I went with our friend, a visit that was repeated many times. My last visit was rewarded with a Hornby original P2 in BR lined green., again stunning. What a maverick. You will be missed Mike Wiltshire 7 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
manna Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 G'Day Folks Never met Roy, I live to far away, but saw his Layouts in the press and on here, Love Retford, but I thought High Dyke was Brilliant. RIP. manna 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CUTLER2579 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Manna I have to agree about High Dyke.I had mis-spent many a happy summer's day there with my Uncle who was a Guard based at Grantham but at the time (Late 50's) working at High Dyke He had a rifle that he could dismantle and put down the leg of his issue trousers and would poach./find Rabbits and other things like Pheasants. However at an Hotel in Paddington in the 70's I believe, I dared to question Roy on the appearance of a L1 Class locomotive on a Grantham to Peterborough stopper. He was less than polite to a young 20 something year old. However next time I met him he remembered me as "The Expert" on Grantham to Peterborough passenger services and we became friends for the rest of his life. I was impressed by his greeting as it contained only words I could repeat in mixed company without feeling embarrassed . Such a lovely man. 3 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Wright Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Roy Jackson - an unsurpassed loco-builder..................... Complemented perfectly by Geoff Kent's painting/lining/numbering/lettering/weathering. Sadly, this one, his last loco-build, will have to be painted later................. 14 1 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold queensquare Posted June 13, 2019 RMweb Gold Share Posted June 13, 2019 The term unique is regularly bandied around, not always fully justified, but in Roy's case it most certainly was. He was definitely a one off and the hobby is much the poorer for his loss. As others have said, as well as being a great modeller, he was also a great host which Kim and I were lucky enough to enjoy - always with a breakfast at the roadside cafe down the road! I shall miss his lively emails and lengthy phone calls about the 'journal' or what some ......**!! had said about something on RMWeb. RIP Roy. Here's Kim and the boy on a visit to the Gainsborough 7mm layout a few years ago during one of our trips up north. Jerry 10 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinWales Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 How fitting that his last loco build was an A1, certainly in the context of Retford Having been lucky to have know him and come into contact via the EMGS, we have lost a guiding light in the hobby Rest in peace Roy 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hawk Posted June 13, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted June 13, 2019 “If you done it, it ain't bragging.” And Roy most certainly did it! 22 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, Hawk said: “If you done it, it ain't bragging.” And Roy most certainly did it! Ah, the long (very long) roll of wallpaper that Roy turned up with at a Wakefield Exhibition more years ago than I can really remember. "This is my next project " he said as he started to unroll it and continued to unroll it as we all sat there in stunned silence (and, at the time, relative amusement). However, he proved us doubters wrong didn't he? Building points by the dozen and hanging them on a nail ready for the time when he could start laying them. What a bloke. Life and, in particular, exhibitions will be a lot quieter without him and I'll miss the 'P4 banter' which was never (to me anyway) meant seriously. My condolences to Roy's family and close friends, we've lost a leading light in the hobby who can never be replaced. Edited June 13, 2019 by 5050 4 5 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charliepetty Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 Just seen this tonight, not a lot I can say that has not been said. Brilliant, Funny, Honest, Blunt with brilliant wit. Will miss you. Charlie 2 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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