Tragic death of 1996 Young Amateur of the Year runner-up

The RSGB news website carries a report of the death of a runner-up in the 1996 Young Amateur of the Year award.

The GB2RS article says:

The Society is saddened to report the death of Ben Clarkson, G7WHO, at the tragically young age of 27.

Runner-up 1996 Young Amateur of the Year, Ben gained his licence on his 14th birthday.

An enthusiastic member of the Reading and District Radio Club and a Scout Leader, Ben will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

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