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2018

David Collingham Obituary

David Collingham died tragically Friday evening, January 5, 2018 near his home in Mount Airy, MD, he was 59. David was born Oct. 3, 1958 in Fontana, CA and was a long time Mt. Airy, MD resident. He was the President and CEO of International Quality Registrars Corporation in Frederick, MD and was a fiercely proud and loving husband, father and grandfather to his wife Rebecca, seven children and eight grandchildren. He was also a titan in the world of amateur radio where he went by the call sign K3LP and befriended hundreds of people around the world.

He is survived by his mother, Jodi Collingham; his wife, Rebecca Collingham; his sons, Mathew, Nicholas, Nathan, and Ryan Collingham; his daughters, Krista Collingham, Erica Gilbreath, and Amanda Collingham; his brothers, Timothy and Michael Collingham; his sister, Pamela Benson; his Grandchildren; Kaleb, Joshua, Eva, Ilana, Addyson, Mason, Madison and Bryson. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles Collingham.

A celebration of life service will be held Monday, January 15th at the Stables at Green Meadow Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Road Ijamsville, MD 21754 between 10AM and 4:30PM to mingle with friends and family and share your memories of David. It will be a casual event and those wishing to attend can come and go at any time.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Amanda and Ryan Collingham College Fund C/O Rebecca Collingham, 12410 Glissans Mill Road, Mount Airy, MD 21771

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Frederick News-Post from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, 2018.

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James Apperson

July 17, 2018

David, Steve Cook and I were best friends. The 3 of us would often hang out and talk about our little technical achievements. We graduated from Fontana High School in 1976. We were all in the same electronics communications class. Our teacher was Mr. Malory. David was an amazing guy and as I have come to understand, wonderful with kids. Thank you David for all you have contributed to a world desperately in need of good role models.

A Gamez

January 26, 2018

Mr. Collingham, You inspired my little girl KK6LCC to pursue her license. I thank you for inspiring and supporting Mrs. Matheson and all the students at DGE. May God give you all peace and comfort during this difficult time. Rest in peace.

Michelle Vann

January 25, 2018

Rest in peace my dear friend.

Bill Cole

January 17, 2018

There's much grief loosing my good friend and coworker for many years I will truly miss him

January 16, 2018

May the God of all comfort be with the family and continue to strengthen you day by day.

Brenda Murphy

January 15, 2018

R. I. P. Dave. You will be missed by so many.

January 12, 2018

David was my best Pal, he lived his life bold, courageous and as a hero. He died living the same way, heroically trying to save his beloved dog from the icy pond.

David cared about everyone. He helped so many people improve their situation or feel better about themselves.

He will forever be a hero in my heart.

Rest in Peace my brother.

Paul Ewing

Bob Prosise

January 11, 2018

to the Collingham family our deepest regrets of David's passing. I will miss the talks on facebook we had about amateur radio and many others we have had. I will miss you my friend.

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