[K3CAL] A Silent Key

[Andrew Charland]

KR3A... de KC3WRX

73!

On Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 6:13 PM Richard Terlisner via K3CAL <
k3cal at mailman.qth.net> wrote:

> that's really sad.  he was such a nice guy.
>
> On Fri, Aug 7, 2026 at 5:19 PM KB3WFV via K3CAL <k3cal at mailman.qth.net>
> wrote:
>
>>
>> Long time CARA club member, Don Kirby, KR3A has passed away at the age of
>> 95. Holding an Extra Class License, he was  an avid CW operator, often
>> found at Field Day making dozens of contacts for CARA. He was always
>> willing to lend a hand, helping many club members improve their amateur
>> radio skills. His commitment  to CARA, so strong, that he has been the
>> trustee of the club call sign K3CAL, for as long as anyone can remember.
>>
>> Don worked for the  U.S Government Printing Office, and even spent a
>> brief time as a Howard County Police Officer. He was a man of faith,
>> devoting much of his time at local churches. His desire to remain active
>> with both the club and his church, is why the club breakfast is not held on
>> Sundays.
>>
>> Remaining true to helping others, Don has donated his body to science.
>> According to the family, no services will be provided.
>>
>> Rest in Peace Don.
>> Brian
>> KB3WFV
>>
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