Harold: This is indeed sad and tragic news. My heart goes out to Joel's family and the ARRL family. Regards, Dennis From: arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org [mailto:arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org] On Behalf Of Kramer, Harold, WJ1B Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2012 11:29 AM To: arrl-odv@arrl.org Subject: [arrl-odv:21020] Very Sad News I am very sad to report that Joel Kleinman passed away in a fire at his home last night. This is a great loss to the ARRL. On behalf on HQ staff, I would like to extend our condolences to his family and friends. At this time, funeral arrangements are incomplete. Here is the news story: http://www.myrecordjournal.com/meriden/article_8106d062-e987-11e1-a081-001a4 bcf887a.html Harold Harold Kramer, WJ1B Chief Operating Officer ARRL - The National Association for Amateur Radio 225 Main Street Newington , CT 06111 860 594 0220 www.arrl.org