Bruce Gibson, age 59, Fishers, Ind., passed
away Oct. 5, 2004.
Bruce was an electronic technician and installed his sound
systems at many events, including antique engine, automobile and
parts swap meets. He was an enthusiastic participant at steam
engine and tractor shows including Mid America Show, Tipton, Ind.,
Ind., and others. He was always willing to help other engine owners
with their engines. He enjoyed working on engines with his friends,
Alan and Jim New. He bought his M. Rumely traction engine at the
Reese sale in Illinois. He enjoyed this engine and his collection
of antique tractors, engines and vintage automobiles.
Anyone who knew Bruce will miss this jolly, enthusiastic and
helpful fellow.
Submitted by Al, Alan and Andy New, Pendleton, Ind.
Raymond Paul Heidbrink of Owensville, Mo.,
passed away Aug. 21, 2004, at 88 years old. He had a lifelong
interest in steam engines and was one of the founders of the
Owensville Old Threshers Show in Rosebud, Mo. While serving in the
U.S. Army in Germany in WWII, he was stationed close to a railroad
terminal. His commanding officer noticed his interest in steam, and
he ended up in the Army machine shop. His commander told him to go
ahead and make his own model, since all the tools were there for
him to use. So he did, finishing it upon his return home. After the
war, he worked on farm machinery until he retired. He was very fond
of the 19 HP Keck-Gonnerman. Always ready to help with any engine,
he will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Submitted by Bob Hart, Hermann, Mo.
Bruce I. Maxwell, 71, Huntington, Ind., passed
away Oct. 31, 2004, at the Hospice Home of Northeast Indiana. He
was a lifelong farmer in the Union Township area. He was a veteran
who served in the Air Force during the Korean War. Survivors
include two sons: Steven A. Maxwell of Fort Wayne; John W. Maxwell
of Roanoke, Virginia; a brother: Hugh Maxwell of Cresswell, North
Carolina; and two grandchildren: Alex Hashimi and Helaine
Hashimi.
Submitted by Mark A. Corson, Crown Point, Ind.
