94-year-old in Indiana gives to children through his wooden trains
Share this @internewscast.com


FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) One 94-year-old Fort Wayne resident, Dick Roe, has been crafting wooden trains for the past couple of years, having already made 24 of them with 10 more on the way.

Roe says he started the hobby after his wife passed two years ago, and after visiting a friend’s house, he was inspired by his friend’s trains.

“I asked him for the plans, and I got them, and I made a couple for my grandkids,” he said. “They liked them, so I made a couple more.”

He’s tried to work on them just about every day since.

“It takes three weeks, maybe, to make an A-train,” he said. “When you’re making nine at a time or ten at a time, it takes quite a bit longer, but it keeps me busy.”

After making trains for his family members, he expanded quickly; you can now find his trains at places like Parkview and Lutheran hospitals. He does not take monetary donations for the trains and instead encourages people to donate to children’s pediatric hospitals.

“It’s strictly up to them if they feel like they want to donate, that’s fine, if they don’t, that’s fine too,” he said. “It’s really gratifying if they do donate because it’s something that some people need.”

All in all, he says building trains does give him something to do, but impacting children means more.

“That’s the purpose of the whole thing, if I can get a kid to smile, it’s very gratifying,” he said.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

New Bill Seeks to Provide Compensation for Victims of Crimes Committed by Undocumented Migrants

In a recent legislative move, Florida State Representative Berny Jacques, a Republican…

Florida Breaks Python Removal Record with Innovative New Partnership

In Tallahassee, Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis recently took the stage alongside an…

Decatur Daycare Triumph: Landmark Agreement Prioritizes Children’s Safety and Well-being

For over two years, the Decatur City Council and a daycare facility…

Chicago Mayor Unveils Innovative Tax Proposal Targeting Social Media Companies

CHICAGO (WGN) In an effort to address the city’s significant $1.2 billion…

Transforming History: New Senior Housing Development Planned for St. Pete’s Iconic Gas Plant District

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — In a bid to explore new development…

New Development Near Forsyth Park to Feature Offices and Underground Parking

In Savannah, Georgia, there’s a buzz around a newly cleared plot near…

Multiple Departments Respond to Grain Bin Fire at Coles Station

MOULTRIE COUNTY, Ill. – An assortment of emergency response teams is actively…

United Way Appoints Dynamic New Leader to Propel Growth in Liberty and Long County

A tide of transformation is sweeping through Liberty and Long Counties as…

Escaped Inmate Recaptured After Daring Leap from Jail Transport Van

A man described as a serious violent felon is once again in…

Shocking Incident: Blind Man Forcefully Escorted by Federal Agents into Oregon ICE Facility

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) Newly released videos capture a disturbing scene where a…

‘If I Had Legs I’d Kick You’ Delves into a Mother’s Profound Existential Journey

Occasionally, the most compelling movies are those that defy simple explanations, resisting…

Big Time Rush Set to Perform in Champaign

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — A renowned boy band is heading to Champaign,…