I had known Elton for less than a year. He was a kind person and a real gentleman. He was an active DX'er and a
member of Navy MARS in Oklahoma and was a regular on several traffic nets,
including his favorite,The 7290 Traffic
net. He was helping a friend work on an antenna when he collapsed.
Elton was in his early 80's when he
became a silent key. 73 Old Friend, we
will miss you.