Robin Hewes T. Eng, FSER, G3TDR, June 2015
Robin Hewes, G3TDR, became a Silent Key after suffering a stroke, a broken hip and a heart attack in June 2015.
He was an enthusiastic member of the Society serving a term on the RSGB council, during which he was the Events Organiser and Manager of Many RSGB Exhibitions and Rallies.
He edited the RSGB VHF Handbook as well as contributing many original circuits and information. Together with George Jessop, G6JP, he produced the RSGB Data Reference Book which had a worldwide sale.
His amateur radio work extended to his local club, Echelford ARS, where he served as Secretary, Chairman and President. He was also a volunteer operator at the Science Museum demonstration radio station, GB2SM.
He was be very much missed by his many friends.
Tribute by Geoff Voller, G3JUL
President, Echelford Amateur Radio Society
Category: Silent Keys
