[nrv-hams] Honoring Jim Marchant - N6QDO SK - His Radio Gear Available First to Our Club Family

[John Morehead]

Sorry to hear this news, Cam. Thanks for letting us know.
-John
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On Thu, Apr 9, 2026 at 1:14 PM Cam Coble via nrv-hams <
nrv-hams at mailman.qth.net> wrote:

> As you may know, our dear friend and club member Jim Marchant, N6QDO, has
> passed.
>
> https://www.mccoyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/james-jim-marchant/#!/Obituary
>
> In keeping with Jim's own wishes, his widow Mary has asked us to help find
> good homes for the rest of his radio-related equipment. She has shared that
> nothing would make her happier than knowing his gear is going to other
> hams—especially members of our own club—who will use it, enjoy it, and keep
> the spirit of amateur radio alive, just as Jim did for so many years.
>
> This is her beautiful way of honoring the man who loved this hobby and
> loved sharing it with all of us. By giving club members first priority, we
> can help his legacy continue in the most meaningful way possible—right here
> in the hands of friends who will appreciate every rig, antenna, tool, and
> accessory the way he did.
>
> Below is a list of available items, and a link to pictures available. If
> you are interested in any of them, please contact me directly at
> cam at doubleclickdata.com as soon as possible. Club members in good standing
> will have the first opportunity to purchase before anything is offered more
> widely. Please do not share the links with those outside our club for now.
>
> Jim touched so many of us with his kindness, knowledge, and enthusiasm.
> Thank you for helping us give his equipment the kind of new life he would
> have wanted.
>
> 73, --
> Cam Coble, W4XXV
> President
> New River Valley Amateur Radio Club
> https://n4nrv.org
>
> Item List:
>
> https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12k1rClVZEd4wr09mu4jbFxhVAeaVTwotqlBVf2jFg8c/edit?usp=sharing
>
> Link to pictures:
> N6QDO SK Estate Items – New River Valley Amateur Radio Club – N4NRV
> <
> https://www.n4nrv.org/bwg_gallery/n6qdo-sk-estate-items/?bwg-preview-type=thumbnails
> >
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