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Karl-Heinz Graf Obituary
Karl was born in Vienna, Austria on December 8, 1941. His never knew his father who was listed as Missing in Action early in World War 2. He and his mother immigrated to the United States in 1954 and became naturalized citizens. Karl enlisted in the U.S Army Signal Corps in the early 1960's and served in Germany and Korea. After his military service he went on to become a much sought after electrical and mechanical engineer and trouble-shooter who travelled extensively throughout Africa and South America as well as Asia and Europe. He never saw an electrical problem he couldn't solve and was always willing to instruct and coach his co-workers and assistants. Karl was able to take the most difficult concepts and explain them with clarity, humor and patience. He was also an avid Amateur Radio (HAM) Operator, K0ELE, and had radio-contacts all over the globe. He passed away quietly on May 3, 2021 in Denver due to cardiac failure and was in the company of good friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Edith and is survived by his children Stephen Graf, Thomas Graf and Monika (Graf) Tiffany.
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Tom Dailey
May 7, 2025
Karl, seems not very long ago, I heard your laugh. You left a big hole in the ham community, buddy. Here's hoping you and your family enjoyed the reunion that we all are promised. Take care, old friend... and 73 "TC" - WEAJ
TC Dailey
May 9, 2022
Pretty strange not to hear your chuckle, buddy. A life well spent, old friend.
Bob Hewitt
February 16, 2022
I met Karl twice when he visited his friend Norman G3ZCV in the UK. I became firm friends over the internet and built him a basic website similar to my own. He would make attempts to tinker with it and then called me to fix it! We used camera's to communicate before the days of Zoom etc. I was able to view his car moving around Denver via his mobile ham radio. He is greatly missed seeing him on his laptop in his kitchen. Rest in Peace my friend.
Tom Dailey
May 17, 2021
A delightful guy with an infectious laugh. We swapped many stories and experiences over the years. I'm of Austrian origin myself, so there was that connection as well. What do you say when a friend of many years, both in person and over the radio, no longer can speak to you or make you laugh? You may be gone, but you're NOT forgotten Karl - KELE will live on.... dobro notz' ogada
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Dennis McKinney
May 16, 2021
Karl was one of my best friends ever. My ham radio Elmer and all around sounding board.
RIP Forever Mister
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Karsten Family
May 15, 2021
Our sincere condolences for the lost of great and caring person, Karl Heinz “Kalle” Graf. To Stephen, Thomas and Monica, our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. May he rest in peace....
Dina S.
May 14, 2021
It saddens me to know that this quiet peaceful man has died. To Stephen, Thomas, and Monika I extend my sincere condolences and hope that you can find comfort in the beautiful memories you have of your father.
Jim Carpenter
May 12, 2021
Karl Heinze was a quiet guy who respected by his many friends. He helped many of them, myself included, with his knowledge of electronic issues, yet never sought recognition for his efforts. He will be missed by more than he realizes.
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