I was fortunate to know Mary and work with her in her capacity as Chief Development Officer of the League. She had a very outgoing and vibrant personality, and I really cannot begin to describe all of her positive attributes. What impressed me the most was her desire to move forward, no matter what obstacles were put in her way.
I remember sitting with her at a Hamfest. After the 10th ham that stopped to talk with her said that they owed her a check (ARRL Donation), I said “How do you DO that?” Somehow, she did, and she did it very well!
I remember many Donor Dinners at Dayton with her inspiring talks from the podium.
She will be truly missed.
Rest in peace, Mary.
’73 de JIM N2ZZ
From: arrl-odv <arrl-odv-bounces@reflector.arrl.org> On Behalf Of Middleton, Diane, W2DLM (CFO)
Sent: Wednesday, December 15, 2021 2:49 PM
To: arrl-odv <arrl-odv@arrl.org>
Subject: [arrl-odv:33066] Mary Hobart, K1MMH, SK
It is with great sadness that I share the news of Mary Hobart’s passing. Many of you personally knew her as she served as ARRL’s Chief Development Officer for many years. Rick Lindquist is working on a story but I wanted to share the news with you directly.
Please see the link for Mary’s obituary.
https://www.chadwickmckinney.com/obituaries/Mary-Hobart/
Diane Middleton, W2DLM
Chief Financial Officer
ARRL, The National Association for Amateur Radio®
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Newington, CT 06111
(860)594-0225
