I'm a little behind in my reading, and I just read the January MRH Online News.  The first story announced the passing of John Glaab.

I did not know John, but many years ago I visited Cass, WV and rode the Cass Scenic Railroad.  I enjoyed the visit and decided to model my town of Ashley Creek after Cass.  John released an excellent kit of the Doctor's House in Cass, and I purchased one.  I didn't have a layout at the time, but I knew when I started building, I wanted to include that kit.