[K3CAL] A Silent Key

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May he rest in Peace.

Ed WB6NCO

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From: k3cal-bounces at mailman.qth.net <k3cal-bounces at mailman.qth.net> On
Behalf Of Shawn Donley via K3CAL
Sent: Friday, August 7, 2026 7:39 PM
To: KB3WFV <kb3wfv at yahoo.com>; Calvert Amateur Radio Association - K3CAL
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Subject: Re: [K3CAL] A Silent Key

He will certainly be missed.  A true gentleman.

N3AE

> On 08/07/2026 5:19 PM EDT 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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