Wolfgang Richter, longtime leader of toymaker E.P. Lehmann and co-developer (with his brother Eberhard) of LGB trains, passed away on Wednesday, family sources report. No other details are available at this time, but those who wish to express their condolences may do so via an e-mail to wolfgang.lgb.richter@outlook.com
The Richter brothers introduced their G scale trains in 1968, reviving interest in no. 1 gauge trains. From the beginning, they intended the trains to be used outdoors as well as indoors, and the weather-resistant quality of the trains was the catalyst for the development of the garden railway hobby as it is known today. Richter’s own irrepressible good humor and signature “thumbs up” gesture became trademarks of the brand every bit as well known as the firm’s colorful red and green boxes. He was also known for the joy he took in talking with his customers and for his insistence offering high quality products, even in starter sets.
We have always enjoyed LGB, and will continue to do so.
Wolfgang Richter will be missed around the world.
We hope his family can find peace in his passing, our prays go out to them. God Bless the Richter family.
my deepest sympathy go out mr richter and all of his family. i love trains of all sizes and the large scale trains were no exception. very detailed in all features they were a joy to behold and watch while in operation. what he done for railroaders of all ages and sizes was give us all something that has no limit to the imagination. thanks for your life long contribution.