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W5YFN ~~ SK

Discussion in 'Silent Keys / Friends Remembered' started by W5GNB, May 18, 2019.

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  1. W5GNB

    W5GNB Ham Member QRZ Page

    Ken was an avid DX'er and all around great guy. He was a life long ham and was active up until the very end. He will be missed by all !!
     
  2. K2HAT

    K2HAT Premium Subscriber Volunteer Moderator Volunteer DX Helper QRZ Page

    Kenneth E. Letcher, W5YFN SK

    Kenneth Eugene Letcher, 82, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019, in Roswell, New Mexico. Please take a moment and share a kind thought or memory with Kenneth’s family at www.andersonbethany.com.

    SERVICES: A Funeral Service will be held at Assumption Catholic Church on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at 10:00 AM.

    On November 16, 1936, Kenneth was born to Elmer and Amanie Letcher in Turkey, Texas. He graduated from Roswell High School. On January 2, 1993, Kenneth married Souad Letcher in Roswell, New Mexico. Prior to retirement, he owned South West Communications and White Mountain Communications. Kenneth was a member of both the Roswell Sertoma Club and Assumption Catholic Church. He will be truly missed by his family and friends.

    SURVIVORS: Those left to eternally treasure and cherish memories of Kenneth are his loving wife, Souad Letcher; son, Gary Letcher and children: Allen Amanda, and Jacob Letcher; son, Bryan Letcher and daughter, Amber; step-children: Bridget Kamas (Mike Reiland,) Alex and Tommy (grandkids,) Dominic Kamas (Sarah,) Madison and Joshie (grandkids.)

    PRECEDED: Preceding Kenneth in death: parents, Elmer and Amanie Letcher; brothers: Jerry and Don Letcher; and stepson, Joshua (Poco) Kamas.
    https://www.rdrnews.com/2019/05/13/kenneth-eugene-letcher/
     
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  3. K5KT

    K5KT Ham Member QRZ Page

    I ALWAYS enjoyed talking to Ken, he usually had a very Q5 signal and we seemed to always have very interesting things to talk about.. I have been wondering about him too..... He will DEFINITELY be missed!!!!! 73, my friend….. de Joe K5KT
     
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  4. N4GNR

    N4GNR Platinum Subscriber Platinum Subscriber QRZ Page

    R>I>P> Ken You were a good friend,, a GREAT HAM !! God Bless Dan N4GNR
     
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  5. WM4CH

    WM4CH Ham Member QRZ Page

    I had a QSO with Ken 1 month before he passed. Seemed like a great guy
     
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  6. K1LKP

    K1LKP Ham Member QRZ Page

    THANK YOU GARY,

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  7. DJ0AJ

    DJ0AJ Ham Member QRZ Page

    W5YFN --respect fully VY73 djoaj ekrem
     
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  8. VK3MO

    VK3MO Ham Member QRZ Page

    I enjoyed many contacts with Ken as he always had something interesting to say, was very positive about life and was a true gentleman.
    Ian VK3MO
     
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  9. K5TUE

    K5TUE Ham Member QRZ Page

    Wow...just found out Ken became silent key a couple of years ago.

    I knew him mainly from the 146.610 repeater in New Mexico. I also knew his brother Don. They were both great guys....both very technically knowledgeable but also down-to-earth fellas.

    Sad to hear this.
    R.I.P. Ken.
     
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