We are saddened to announce the passing of Jack Garforth N1JK.<\/p>\n
Jack was a long-time member of NCRC (our records go back 33 years and he was a member before then).\u00a0 His 32 years of volunteering to hold and run VE exams was just celebrated in 2021.\u00a0 Jack was a constant presence at our weekly breakfast gatherings in Middletown, and was a warm and welcoming voice to even the most shy newcomer.\u00a0 He was almost always present during our weekly 75 meter nets as well as RI ARES nets.\u00a0 Jack’s voice and strong signal still echoes in our minds.\u00a0 Jack was a life member of the Newport County Radio Club.\u00a0 He will be sorely missed.<\/p>\n
Services were private and there is a request for no flowers.\u00a0 However, for anyone wishing to make a donation in his honor, the information is provided below:<\/p>\n
In memory of: Jack Garforth
\nAquidneck School PGT
\n70 Reservoir Road
\nMiddletown, RI 02842<\/p>\n
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<\/a>Jack Garforth N1JK receiving a VE Special Recognition Award for 32 years of service in March of 2021<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
We are saddened to announce the passing of Jack Garforth N1JK. Jack was a long-time member of NCRC (our records go back 33 years and he was a member before then).\u00a0 His 32 years of volunteering to hold and run … Continue reading