Category: Memorial Corner
Former Louisiana SLD Albert Buford “Sonny” Woodall Passes Away
With a career spanning over four decades, Brother Albert Buford “Sonny” Woodall dedicated much of his life to advocating for railroad workers, especially our Louisiana members. His relentless commitment to improving safety and increasing the respect given to his fellow workers is the hallmark of his legacy.
Local #823 member killed in on-duty collision
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the tragic passing of SMART-TD member and Union Pacific Conductor Phillip Araujo. As recently reported, he and his engineer, Clay Burt, lost their lives when their train collided with a tractor-trailer in Pecos City, Texas. Brother Ryan Monts of BLET Division 212 has started a GoFundMe account to support the families of Araujo and Brother Burt.
Tragic Collision in Pecos, Texas Claims Two Lives
A collision between a Union Pacific train and a tractor-trailer in Pecos, Texas, on December 18 resulted in the deaths of two railroad workers. SMART-TD extends condolences to the victims' families and to Local 823 in their time of grieving.
Fundraiser established for fallen Local 528 member
Conductor Austin Raysby died while in service for Union Pacific on Sept. 4. An online fundraiser has been established by the union to assist his family in their time of loss.
Fundraiser established for survivors of member who died on the job
Joshua Bates, a member of Local 496 in Ohio, died while on the job of a heart attack. A fundraiser has been established by his union family for his wife and three children.
Retired California SLD/ASLD Michael Anderson passes away
Michael Anderson, 78, a retired California state legislative director and longtime assistant state legislative director from Local 1570 (Roseville, Calif.), passed away Aug. 8, 2024. Brother Anderson, a second-generation railroader, began his rail career as a switchman at Sou [...]Retired General Chairperson David Haack passes
Retired General Chairperson David Haack, a SMART-TD Alumni member from Local 322 (Milwaukee, Wis.) who served our membership on the Chicago & North Western, passed away July 13, 2024, at age 88.
Online fundraiser established for survivors of TD member killed in shooting
SMART-TD Local 1594 member and SEPTA bus operator Devan Harris died in a senseless act of violence. An online fundraiser has been created to help his girlfriend, also a TD member, and their daughter.