Ed Wheeler, K4ADD (SK)
Ed was first licensed while in high school on Cape Cod in 1950 and upgraded to General while serving in the U.S. Air Force at Charleston AFB, South Carolina, in 1954. Amateur radio remained part of his life for more than 75 years.
Ed went on to a remarkable career in aviation, flying for Capital Airlines and United Airlines and retiring as a United Captain after 40 years. He also operated a charter boat business for 42 years and served 35 years as a Miami-Dade Police Reserve Officer in the Aviation Section.
His amateur radio interests included maritime mobile operation and participation in numerous amateur radio nets and organizations, including the Gold Coast Amateur Radio Association.
February 6, 1932 – August 30, 2026
Memorial Service: Saturday, October 17, 2026
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