Our union mourns the loss of Brother Don Hollis, a former General Chairperson in Texas who passed away earlier this week at the age of 74. Holding several leadership positions over many years in his home state, his contributions helped prepare the next generation of railroaders. Read on to learn more, including how he’s being remembered by those who knew him well.
Local 662 (Richmond, Va.) is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Brother Neal Galloway, a dedicated CSX conductor remembered for his hard work, kindness, and respect earned across Virginia’s rail yards. Read on to learn more about his life and how you can help support his family.
Our union is devastated to announce the sudden passing of Brother Benjamin Bicknell (Local 744, Frankfort, Ind.) at the age of 42. His loved ones need our help as they prepare to lay their husband, father, grandfather, and son to rest. Read on for details.
Brother Bernard Gray (Local 352, West Springfield, Mass.) was killed in a car accident last month. A conductor for CTRail, his family needs help with funeral and other final expenses after this sudden loss. Read on to learn how you can show your support.
Our union mourns the loss of Brother Ed Weathers, Jr., a longtime union member and former General Chairperson, who passed away on December 27 at the age of 71. Read on to learn more about Brother Weathers’s career on the railroad.
Brother Steven “Baby Crowe” Crowe II (Local 1422, Los Angeles, CA) lost his life on the job on Dec. 3, 2025. His family has asked for our help as they mourn their sudden and unthinkable loss. Read on to learn about “Baby Crowe’s” impact on our union and how you can help honor his memory.
For the second time in two weeks, our union is mourning the loss of one of our own. Brother Charles Harrison (Local 847, Birmingham, Alabama) was killed in an on-duty accident over the weekend. Read on for details.
Brother Thomas D. Hein (Local 1190) passed away 11 months before his scheduled retirement date. As a longtime and dedicated member, his union family was determined that a longstanding retirement tradition would continue. Read on to hear how they made it happen while showing what being a family is all about.
Local 1565 is deeply saddened to announce the tragic loss of Sister Tanya Perry, a beloved Metro bus operator who was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver while on duty in Los Angeles. Read on to see how her union family, community, and loved ones are honoring her memory and seeking justice in the wake of this heartbreaking loss.
York D. Poole, III—known to railroaders across the Eastern United States as simply “York”—fought to defend railroaders from the abusive practices of the corporations that employ them. His success as the first ever dedicated independent investigator revolutionized the way Designated Legal Counsel (DLC) firms gather evidence to defend railroad workers. Read on to learn why he deserves to be remembered.