John Tilley has crossed the bar

Radial9

Member since
January 2015

Posted by Radial9 on Monday, January 1, 2018 1:37 PM

I always took the time to read Mr. Tilly's posts, knowing I would learn from them. A true Statesman. Not many left out there. My sympathy to his family and friends.

Cheers,

Bob

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Mikeym_us

Member since
March 2004
From: Kincheloe Michigan

Posted by Mikeym_us on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 9:33 PM

I had the pleasure to meet professor tilley several times as a young man living in Virginia going to the Mariners Museum on school trips or with my family. A very knowledgeable man and very proud of the huge collection of ship models throughout the museum.

On the workbench: Dragon 1/350 scale Ticonderoga class USS BunkerHill 1/720 scale Italeri USS Harry S. Truman 1/72 scale Encore Yak-6

The 71st Tactical Fighter Squadron the only Squadron to get an Air to Air kill and an Air to Ground kill in the same week with only a F-15 http://photobucket.com/albums/v332/Mikeym_us/

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Nino

Member since
July 2014
From: Philadelphia Pa

Posted by Nino on Sunday, December 24, 2017 9:35 PM

1943Mike

I can't think of a more earnest, generous, nautically knowledgeable person in any modeling forum who gave wise counsel to all who queried regarding ships and ship models.

'Tis the Season... To Remember.

And Ditto to the comment above.

I am, forever, grateful for his advise and words of wisdom.

Merry Christmas to all FSM.

A Happy New Year Looms for me and My family.

I hope yours will be equally blessed.

Jim.

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Shipwreck

Member since
May 2006
From: Chapin, South Carolina

Posted by Shipwreck on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 6:18 AM

Dr, Tillley's departure is a great loss to the forum and the ship modeling world. I still review his articles that go back more than ten years. My deepest condolences to his family.

On the Bench:

Revell 1/96 USS Constitution - rigging

Revell 1/48 B-1B Lancer Prep and research

Trumpeter 1/350 USS Hornet CV-8 Prep and research

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littletimmy

Member since
July 2012
From: Douglas AZ

Posted by littletimmy on Friday, August 11, 2017 8:18 PM

This forum has lost more than it can bear. With the recent Photobucket disaster we lost so much of his information it will never all be retrieved. Now with Prof. Tillys passing the wisdom we have lost will be a huge void that we probably will never recover from.

To his family: I am sorry for your loss , and apperetiate you allowing him the time to guide us mortals in our quest to build a better ship. Though I never met him, the information he passed along to us made me feel like a part of something bigger.

God speed sir. And may the weather gauge be with you.

Dont worry about the thumbprint, paint it Rust , and call it "Battle Damage"

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Nino

Member since
July 2014
From: Philadelphia Pa

Posted by Nino on Friday, August 11, 2017 7:12 PM

Thank You John- for everything. I will always miss you.

A true Gentleman, Scholar, Teacher, and "The" Historian to this Model ship Forum. Your postings and Lessons on History and Modeling are why I joined.

Forum members, As a small tribute to The Professor, ( Of whom I have memorized so many of his postings...), There is a Coast Guard web site with a huge anount of his drawings.

Chek'em out. Dr Tilley will always be remembered here.

https://www.uscg.mil/history/docs/plans/coastguardplansindex.asp

Jim Margerum

P.S. John, I did that little Viking ship . I put horns on the Figurehead... Wanted to send ya a Pic so I could get a laugh and the prevebial comment on Ships that should not be built...

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over47

Member since
March 2013
From: Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Posted by over47 on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 8:02 AM

We only communicated by forum or e-mail, but I will greatly miss this man. This is a sad loss not only to family and friends but to the whole modelling community.

Rest well John Tilley.

On the bench;

Converting a 74 gun Heller kit into HMS Sutherland; 1/200

Converting Bomb Ketch into HMS Harvey; 1/200

Cleaning up an Aifix lot of 54mm figures, for converting.

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jgonzales

Member since
December 2005
From: San Diego

Posted by jgonzales on Monday, August 7, 2017 3:06 PM

I visit these forums because people here share their passion for this hobby, and treat each other with dignity and respect. Professor Tilley epitomized why visiting here has been such a pleasure. May we continue his legacy...

With great sadness, we bid you farewell!!!

Jose Gonzales San Diego, CA

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docidle

Member since
July 2010
From: Tempe AZ

Posted by docidle on Monday, August 7, 2017 12:07 AM

Fair winds and following seas John. You will be missed. He was a true gentleman and a scholar.

Steve

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warshipguy

Member since
September 2005
From: Groton, CT

Posted by warshipguy on Sunday, August 6, 2017 8:28 PM

I will sadly miss John. I considered him a terrific friend. My best wishes extend to his lovely wife and family.

Bill Morrison

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jrb53

Member since
June 2007

Posted by jrb53 on Sunday, August 6, 2017 8:04 PM

Such sad news. Never had the opportunity to meet him, but I feel priviliged to have "spoken" with him via email. His knowledge and assistance was a cornerstone of this forum. I will miss him.

Jack

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crackers

Member since
December 2006
From: Jerome, Idaho, U.S.A.

Posted by crackers on Sunday, August 6, 2017 11:43 AM

Is there any person on the Forum who replace John Tilley with his knowledge and wisdom that we came to respect ? Frankly, it is not possible, as Proferssor Tilley was one of a kind that is not able to replace. Rest in peace, Professor Tilley.

Happy modeling Crackers Embarrassed

Anthony V. Santos

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David_K

Member since
March 2012
From: Marysville, WA

Posted by David_K on Sunday, August 6, 2017 10:19 AM

Rest in Peace, John.

He was a cornerstone of this forum, and an all-around gentleman. I considered him a teacher and a friend. He will be missed.

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Current Project: Imai/ERTL Spanish Galleon #2

Recently Finished: Revell 1/96 Cutty Sark

Next Up: ???

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gene1

Member since
February 2016
From: Western No. Carolina

Posted by gene1 on Sunday, August 6, 2017 9:37 AM

This is very sad news as I just read about it this morning. He was always a big help & gave me a lot of information. It was a shock & we will miss him . Goodby John & thanks for all your help & information.

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JOE RIX

Member since
August 2009
From: MOAB, UTAH

Posted by JOE RIX on Sunday, August 6, 2017 9:32 AM

I am deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. I always enjoyed his participation and feedback. I send my deepest condolences and heart felt prayers out to his family.

Fair winds John.

"Not only do I not know what's going on, I wouldn't know what to do about it if I did". George Carlin

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Bish

Member since
December 2002
From: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England

Posted by Bish on Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:36 AM

Very sad news. I didn't have much contact with John on here, but i know he will be very missed. My condolences to his family.

I am a Norfolk man and i glory in being so

On the bench: Airfix 1/72nd Harrier GR.3/Fujimi 1/72nd Ju 87D-3

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templar1099

Member since
December 2015
From: providence ,r.i.

Posted by templar1099 on Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:14 AM

Always looked foward to the Professor's input and comments. Condolences to family and friends.

"le plaisir delicieux et toujours nouveau d'une occupation inutile"

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modelcrazy

Member since
July 2014

Posted by modelcrazy on Saturday, August 5, 2017 11:27 PM

I am so sorry to here of his passing. He was a wealth of knowlage.

RIP Mr Tilley

Steve

Building a kit from your stash is like cutting a head off a Hydra, two more take it's place.

http://www.spamodeler.com/forum/

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1943Mike

Member since
December 2010
From: Salem, Oregon

Posted by 1943Mike on Saturday, August 5, 2017 11:00 PM

What Spotted Dog said.

I can't think of a more earnest, generous, nautically knowledgeable person in any modeling forum who gave wise counsel to all who queried regarding ships and ship models.

In the last week or two I've been wondering where his voice went. I am sure that there are many who are grateful for his advise and who have benefitted greatly from his sage words. I'm sure one of them.

Mike

"Le temps est un grand maître, mais malheureusement, il tue tous ses élèves."

Hector Berlioz

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Jester75

Member since
December 2006
From: N. Georgia

Posted by Jester75 on Saturday, August 5, 2017 4:21 PM

Truly sad news.

Eric

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Wilbur Wright

Member since
February 2006
From: Boston

Posted by Wilbur Wright on Saturday, August 5, 2017 2:05 PM

May the wind be at your stern Professor.

I loved reading his long insightful interesting posts.

John Tilley was a legend here for years, maybe the biggest one on here ever.

I hope the magazine does something.

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stikpusher

Member since
July 2004
From: Sonora Desert

Posted by stikpusher on Saturday, August 5, 2017 11:19 AM

A true loss for us here. His contributions here to anything where he could offer his considerable knowledge are irreplaceable. We all have our time to go, but his came too soon.

F is for FIRE, That burns down the whole town!

U is for URANIUM... BOMBS!

N is for NO SURVIVORS...

- Plankton

LSM

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rwiederrich

Member since
December 2012

Posted by rwiederrich on Saturday, August 5, 2017 10:27 AM

OH my..what a great loss to the modeling community and one personally. John was an inspiration to so many and to myself personally. His encouraging, instructional and motivational posts will be greatly missed.

Rob

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crackers

Member since
December 2006
From: Jerome, Idaho, U.S.A.

Posted by crackers on Saturday, August 5, 2017 9:31 AM

John Tilley's knowledge and wisdom will be missed by all on the Forum.

Happy modeling Crackers Sad

Anthony V. Santos

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Don Stauffer

Member since
November 2009
From: Twin Cities of Minnesota

Posted by Don Stauffer on Saturday, August 5, 2017 9:21 AM

gregbale

Spotted Dog

Prof. Tilley was the rare combination of vast knowledge, passion for his subject and always a gentlemen. A rare combination now days. He will be missed.

Couldn't have said it one word better. Never had the pleasure of actually meeting the gentleman, but his 'voice' was always welcome, well-informed, and touched with civilty and good humor. A great loss to all of us.

RIP Prof. Tilley.

Many of us share these same thoughts.

Don Stauffer in Minnesota

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uspsjuan

Member since
August 2004
From: Lamarque,Texas

Posted by uspsjuan on Saturday, August 5, 2017 9:03 AM

Sad sad sad. So much knowledge lost now . The man was a wealth of information.

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cerberusjf

Member since
February 2011

Posted by cerberusjf on Saturday, August 5, 2017 7:30 AM

So sorry to hear that. He was a font of knowledge and I learned a lot from his posts. I always looked forward to reading whatever he posted. It's such a shame, he was one of the good guys.