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Gan Moda
November 12, 2024
I had a good friendship with Eric although we were living in two different Continents, Eric in North America and me in Europe, Italy. We worked for the same company, DEC and we were both amateur radio. I missed our chats. RIP & 73 Gian, I7SWX
Scott Wayne
September 26, 2023
When seeing an ad for an ARRL licensing class, I thought about how much fun I had with Eric and K1NUN at Camp Interlocken in the late 1960s. I received my license today and wanted Eric to be my first contact, but just learned the sad news that he had passed away. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Giancarlo Moda "Gian"
November 12, 2021
I renew my condolences to Eric family. It is a long time since he left us. I am sure is in a good place and near his family and friends.
73 dear Eric.
Gian, I7SWX, retired since middle of 2004 in Italy - Apulia Region, near Bari
July 9, 2014
Eric and I became friends somewhere around 1972. I was very big into ham radio then as WA1SNI, completely crazy about 2m FM. Our other friend Sam completed the trio and we got together often.
One evening I went to an apartment community called Westgate in Chestnut Hill to visit my girlfriend Laura whom I eventually married.
To my total surprise I ran smack-dab into Eric, whose then-girlfriend Nancy lived right next to Laura...and whom he would eventually marry. We double-dated a few times.
Eric was quiet, bright, articulate and very perceptive, having a Masters in Counseling if I recall. We fell out of touch when my company moved us to CT, my loss. I think he was a QRP fan even then.
Nancy, I hope you remember me. I am so saddened at his loss. He was as fine a human being as I have ever known. So sorry he has gone QRT.
73 and 88s,
Fred Simonds, KE1AA
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Dennis Marandos
January 31, 2014
Eric and I were on the same docket to speak at the Boxborough Hamfest. We both loved operating QRP -low power operation- and I recall Eric's deep sense of humor. He was a fun and funny guy and I, too, will miss him dearly. We were just two guys who spoke to the audience but Eric's voice still looms within my ears. 73 pal. Dennis Marandos K1LGQ --
Dr. Stephen Rudin
January 28, 2014
As a counselor in a summer camp in Maine, I met a young Eric Falkof. As the "Ham Radio" counselor, I found him a willing learner, and had the pleasure of giving him the FCC examination for his first license. Until I moved to Florida, we spoke on the local ham repeater channels. I will miss him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. My call sign, W1WSN.
November 24, 2013
Dear Nancy and family,
Baruch Dayan Ha'emet.
We were shocked to hear this news. We will miss his smiling face, his warmth and his dedication to the TST community.
There are simply no words to say but we are truly sorry.
With deepest sympathy,
Heidi Tissenbaum and Allan Dines
TST
Ron Egalka, K1RE
November 22, 2013
I met Eric in the mid 1970s when he and Nancy and my wife and I moved into the same apartment complex in Waltham. How exciting to have two hams in the same complex, both hiding antennas in the attic! After many conversations over the years, both in person and on-the-air, one always knew Eric was smiling when he spoke. Eric will be missed by so many communities for all that he did and for all that he was. My condolences to Nancy and the family and all Eric's friends.
Mary Chiappinelli
November 21, 2013
Nancy, Andy, Beth, and all your family,
Chip and I are so sorry to hear about Eric. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for you during this time. Sincerely, Chip and Mary Chiappinelli
November 21, 2013
I want to share with Eric's family the photo's I took of him on Nov. 16 at the Ham meeting. I wanted to record the experience of having such a great mentor and asked him to pose by the equipment and with various people there. I will forward these pictures to the family. I think the aforementioned thoughts expressed say it all. He was a gentlemen, witty, caring, etc. He made a valiant effort to impart as much knowledge as possible to us, novice hams. I thought he worked "too hard" at the sessions and felt guilty because he offered so much of himself. I feel grateful for time I had to know him through the Ham world--Eric was my teacher since 2008. Ciao, Eric and THANKS. You will "always be in my thoughts".
Christine Spacone KB1QVZ.
Kathe Bernstein
November 21, 2013
So shocked and saddened to learn of Eric's sudden death. I sat next to him in the Meah class many nights and we had lots of fun conversations. Eric was always a thoughtful contributor to the class. My husband knew him via ham radio for many years. Such a loss to our community. My condolences to his family.
November 21, 2013
I was shocked by Eric departure. My deepest condolences to Eric's family. We were very old friends as both empoyees of Digital Equipment Corporation, he in USA and me in Italy, and also members of the amateur radio club formed at DEC. During my visits in Mass for business meetings at Seachange International, we had the chance to meet for the first time and had often some get together, from 1998 to 2003. After such time we were in contact via internet. Ciao Eric my best 73 Giancarlo Moda, I7SWX (W1/I7SWX) Italy
George Maier
November 20, 2013
Sincere condolences to Eric's family. He was one of my amateur radio friends; always interesting, a quick wit, a great sense of humor, and a true gentleman. He will truly be missed by the amateur community. George - W1LSB
Steve, W3EVE
November 20, 2013
This was his 37th year supporting the Boston Marathon communications. RIP you will be missed. Thanks for all you have done.
November 20, 2013
Eric was a great asset to the ham radio community. His knowledge was vast, and he shared all so willingly. I enjoyed talking to Eric on the 146.64 repeater and in person at many events. He will be missed. My condolences to all of his family.
Ann Weldon, KA1PON
Marlborough, MA
Mariama Turay
November 19, 2013
My warmest condolences to the family and friends of Eric Falkof. I pray that all will take comfort by dwelling on the beautiful memories you have of Eric. I worked with Eric for several years over the phone and via emails. Eric was a gentleman. I will keep you all in my prayers. May God bless you all.
Steve Wedge
November 19, 2013
Eric always had a kind word and I always enjoyed bumping into him - either at various radio events or on the 147.12 repeater.
RIP, Eric, de Steve, W1ES/4
Ray K2ULR Sills
November 19, 2013
I never met Eric in person, but fondly recall his postings on the QRP-L amateur radio email list.
I'm saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace. ..._._
November 19, 2013
A lovely man,and a loving family man.Lisa and Peter Roblin

Eric K1NUN operating at Wellesley Amateur Radio Society ARRL Field Day 2013, Needham Memorial Park gazebo.
William Ricker
November 19, 2013
Jan Dash
November 19, 2013
Nancy and family, my deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your beloved Eric. He always had so much to add to any conversation, and was so knowledgable in the classes at Temple. He will surely be missed by all.
Fred Hopengarten
November 19, 2013
Eric was a kind and gentle soul, never in so much of a hurry that he couldn't spend a little time with you. His sudden and unexpected passing is a shock. He will be missed by all of his many ham radio friends, and especially by those of us who grew up with him in Newton.
Kip Shustak
November 19, 2013
I greatly enjoyed chatting with Eric on the 64 repeater during my commutes home from work. Eric always had a good attitude, and interesting things to contribute to the conversation. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kip
N1AUP
Michael Crestohl
November 19, 2013
Eric was a kind, wonderful gentleman who I knew through amateur radio for many years. His presentations at many amateur radio conventions were very interesting. Eric was the driving force behind the amateur radio station at the Zola Center. I hope that someone will take charge and ensure that it continues. I received an e-mail message from Eric describing the antenna building project on the day he passed away. It is sad to know that K1NUN is now a "silent key". RIP, Eric. 73 de W1RC
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