Book of Memories for David Andrew Van Dyke

Condolence From Chris

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:24:03 EST

I did not know David but am joining everyone expressing my regrets to the loss of a loved family member and an active, respected community pillar. As fate would have it, I'm the next assignee of VA3NCS call sign, unknowingly stepping into footsteps too big for me to fill. I will carry David's memory and pay him tribute in my work for years to come. The new VA3NCS

Condolence From Ward Kennedy VE3WGK

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 21:23:30 EDT

Hi and good evening. I just found out about the passing of Dave. I am in shock. As a net controller for the procom net I would always wait for Dave to check in when I called for Sudbury.He had a greatvoice on the radio and I will miss his check ins. May you rest in peace Dave

Condolence From Shirlee Paulin

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 08:23:56 EDT

Condolences to Janet I was so deeply sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Always remember him as being kind and friendly with everyone he met. Janet, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Denis Brunette

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 19:44:16 EDT

Janet and family, I've knowned Dave about a year but felt like forever. He was such an amazing, knowledgable person. His ability and kindness has touched everyone in our Sudbury Amateur Radio Club. On behalf of my wife Colette and myself sincere condolences goes out to you Janet and the family. Wishing you the best in this time of sadness. Denis VA3DCB

Condolence From AL & JANETTE FRASER

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 11:46:37 EDT

To Janet and Family, on behalf of Janette my wife and myself, I offer my sincere condolences to you. Not to many years ago, he was my Radio Operator as we did our bit in the Goblin Patrol...he even offered to drive a couple of times (Hi Hi). VE3AOF

Condolence From Doug Baxter

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 11:27:42 EDT

To Janet and the whole family. I don't really know what to say, but know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Such a sudden and unexpected loss. It shocked us all. Those that knew Dave 'on the radio' or in person truly liked him. I was one of the fortunate to have met Dave and hung out with him at many club meetings and events. I am so sorry. I wish you all the best during this time of sadness and forever in the future. -- Doug VA3TDG

Story shared: Too soon

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 11:05:00 EDT

Oh Dave VA3NCS, Your presence is missed so much. You touched me and so many other hams with your voice and personality on the ham radio. NCS aka (N)et (C)ontrol (S)tation was the perfect callsign for you. You provided me with inspiration to carry on during, and after, a terrible illness hit me. I still remember speaking with you for the first time as you did your thing on a Sudbury Net. I finally got up the courage to check in to your 2m net even though I had so much trouble speaking. I was very self conscious and nervous. I practiced what I would say for weeks, you made me feel at ease. Your nets inspired me to keep relearning how to talk. You always sounded cheerful and energetic and that cheered me up too. Your dedication, always being there for a net, are big boots to fill. Thank you Dave from all of us at the Sudbury Amateur Radio Club and on the VE3 SRRG repeater. You left us much to soon. 73s VE3GOB - VA3TDG Doug in Sudbury.

Condolence From Daniel James Charette - Former Zeller's Co-Worker with Janet

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 17:49:19 EDT

To Janet,Family and Friends, Please accept my sincere sympathies in regards to David's passing. When working at Zeller's, I will always remember David coming into the store with Vars to pick up Janet and always having a great sense of humor with the other staff members and not letting his disability get to him. May Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ lift David up upon Eagle's wings and may He give you all comfort and support during this rite of passage in your lives. Rest in Peace Dave.

Condolence From David and Vivian margetts

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 17:11:44 EDT

I did not know David personally other than to speak with him on many occaisions on the Amateur Radio Network ONARS. He was a faithful Volunteer Controller and served his Amateur community in many ways on ONTARS and other nets. He will be missed by many in the Amateur Community and we wish to send my heartfelt thoughts and Prayers to his wife and family. God Bless David and Vivian Margetts

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Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:30:13 EDT

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Condolence From Stiig Larsen

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 11:42:55 EDT

Stiig and Noreen Larsen On behalf of Noreen and I and the Sudbury Amateur Radio Club we offer our sincere condolences to you Janet and your family. Dave was an exemplary club member participating when and where he could - he will always be remembered as a net controller and will be hard to replace. Stay strong and know the club is ready and willing to help out were needed. Stiig, VE3LBX, President of the Sudbury Amateur Radio Club.

Condolence From Allan and Judy Boyd

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 10:12:49 EDT

Janet and Family on behalf of Judy and myself and all the members of the Manitoulin Amateur Radio Club of sincere condolences to you. Dave was a big part of the Manitoulin Club and will be missed greatly he was always willing to help out with relaying messages and net controlling. He was loved by all that new him and my prayers and thoughts are with you through this difficult time. God bless and if there is anything I can do please let me know. Allan Boyd VE3AJB President Manitoulin Amateur Radio Club Inc.

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Wed, 30 Aug 2017 04:05:00 EDT