W2RUF, K2DGU
Lynn Nichols 1942-2018 K2DGU -
K7RFT
Lynn was injured severely in a antenna accident falling into
electrical wires with the loss of both arms.
Clara W2RUF helped Lynn out of serious depression
assisting him prepare for a Novice ticket.
She also sparked an extensive QSL campaign which showered
Lynn with cards and raising funds for Lynn's station.
Lynn did extremely well in life with a Masters in Speech-Language
Pathology and was described having an optimistic attitude
and a good sense of humor.
Note; Clara W2RUF received a special citation a year earlier.
Photo, Info from a article in
QST June 1958.
Courtesy of ARRL
Tnx W8SU