D5 loss

[Thomas C. Weedon]

I sat and talked to Charlie at this year's Toledo RC Exposition in April as
I have every year that I have had the NSRCA Booth. I shouldn't say talked,
because I did the talking and he would write to me on his little slate
message pad. He didn't talk (write) about his handicap, instead he was still
interested in how things were going in District 4, so he stopped by our D4
NSRCA Booth and visited several times. I think it gave him a chance to rest
his weary feet as the Toledo show is big. I've always been impressed by his
stamina. I've seen him at the Toledo show most every year as well as at the
Nats. What a fellow! He'll surely be missed.


Tom Weedon, NSRCA ex-D4 VP
AMA 2537, NSRCA 733
WA8WAA


  -----Original Message-----
  From: discussion-request at nsrca.org [mailto:discussion-request at nsrca.org]On
Behalf Of Rock, Charles
  Sent: Monday, September 13, 2004 8:56 AM
  To: discussion at nsrca.org
  Subject: RE: D5 loss


  I am one of those folks Charley got started in pattern, his help in
trimming my very first pattern plane really was a plus for my intro into
pattern flying...so much experience is  now gone! Also agree with Mike, what
he was suffering from would have kept most people home let alone sit under a
tent and heat..But he dearly loved pattern.. I will miss his advice and
friendship.. Charlie Rock
    -----Original Message-----
    From: discussion-request at nsrca.org
[mailto:discussion-request at nsrca.org]On Behalf Of mike mueller
    Sent: Sunday, September 12, 2004 5:45 PM
    To: discussion at nsrca.org
    Subject: Re: D5 loss


     Folks Charlie was a special man and we will miss him. I will always
remember his love of the sport and his determination. Just a month ago in a
condition that would have had most people bed riddin he flew FAI in Omaha.
This  just a day after his 80th birthday. He was a hero of mine.
     We just found out this morning while at the Waukesha Wisconsin contest
and those who knew CW were touched. I hope they dedicate a contest in his
honor just like the contest we flew in today is dedicated to another great
guy Bud Weber. I hope you win your 1st contest in heaven Charlie.
Mike Mueller

    Dan Curtis <warrior523 at mchsi.com> wrote:
      Gentlemen,

      I wanted to let everyone know that District 5 lost a long time pattern
flyer and supporter of model aviation today.  CW "Charlie" Reed III passed
away this morning after a rather lengthy illness.  His presence will be
missed.

      Dan Curtis


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