CLEVELAND, December 18 — UTU National Legislative Director James Brunkenhoefer — known affectionately as “Brokenrail” — suffered a stroke Dec. 17 while at home and is hospitalized in Virginia in very serious condition.
He is in intensive care and is not permitted visitors. His family has requested that no phone calls be made to the home or family.
The National Division of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen offers sympathy and prayers to the Brunkenhoefer family during this trying time.