[Alexandria Radio Club Reflector] Alexandria Radio Club Tribute to Lynn Wilson (W4JHD), SK, and VWS 60th Anniversary

[don.ki4d at gmail.com]

As you may know, Vienna Wireless Society (VWS) celebrated its 60 Anniversary
this year; the celebration took place at a dinner event held on October 21st
at the American Legion Patriot Hall in Vienna, VA.

 

A special connection between Alexandria Radio Club and VWS was formed 60
years ago when Alexandria Radio Club member Lynn C. Wilson (W4JHD), SK, was
the guest speaker at a meeting of Alexandria Radio Club members in Vienna to
form VWS.

 

In recognition of Lynn’s leadership in forming VWS, VWS selected Lynn’s son,
Alexandria Radio Club Life Member Jim Wilson (K4BAV) to be the guest speaker
at their 60th Anniversary dinner event. Both Jim and his father are Life
Members of Alexandria Radio Club.  I had the privilege and honor of
introducing Jim Wilson’s XYL, Becky Wilson, and Jim. VWS dinner attendees
extended a very warm welcome to all Alexandria Radio Club attendees at the
event.

     

Lynn’s devotion to Alexandria Radio Club and ham radio for many years
beginning in the early1950s led to Jim Wilson’s literally growing up in
Alexandria Radio Club; it truly was a family affair. Jim remembers that his
mother, Lucille Wilson, would host club members with Krispy Crème donuts and
coffee at every meeting.  Jim also remembers that one dozen donuts were only
$.99 cents.  During his remarks, Jim told many stories about his father, but
most notably he said that his father was his “hero and role model.”

 

Alexandria Radio Club members attending the event were Jim and Becky Wilson;
Jan Maas, (KB2LRX), club PIO; Joe Izaguirre (KO4XXQ); Paul Cataldo (KQ4LJS)
and I. At the conclusion of my remarks, I invited those present to attend
the 70th Anniversary of the Alexandria Radio Club, next year, in 2024.

 

Overall, the event was a great tribute to Lynn Wilson, and a wonderful night
to remember for members of VWS for their 60th Anniversary.  Photos and my
remarks are attached.

 

73

Don, KI4D

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