Dad, You are always on our minds. ~Pam and Andy.

Happy birthday Pa! Love you

Hi, Dad! I just know that you are watching over us. Sometimes I feel you just over my shoulder. Thank you for your love and assistance. Today the smoke from forest fires is pretty heavy on our home again, I do think that if you were still that kid fire spotter on your lonely high tower, this fire would not have gotten away and grown so large. Praise Our Heavenly Father that He will regrow the flora and fauna as is His will, in His Wise time. Praise God that you are safe with Him. We miss you, Dad. Hugs, ~pam.

Just to let you know, he is still very much missed by many.

Une panne affectait le 7D20/7603 qu’un ami électronicien m’avais donné. L’un des relais de l’étage d’entrée ne fonctionnait plus. J’étais alors étudiant et cet oscilloscope numérique était largement l’instrument le plus extraordinaire sur ma table de travail. Une réparation par le service après vente de Tektronix était tout simplement hors de ma portée. En cherchant sur les forums d’électronique, une personne m’a répondu “Je connais un ingénieur de Tektronix maintenant retraité, si quelqu’un peut t’aider sur un tel sujet, c’est lui”. J’ai trouvé ses coordonnées, et j’ai téléphoné à Deane Kidd (je ne sais pas comment j’ai eu cette audace, je n’oserais probablement pas aujourd’hui). Deane à répondu, très gentiment, un peu surpris aussi. J’ai expliqué ce qui arrivait à mon 7D20. Deane à dit “Oui, c’est rare, mais il arrive que la bobine soit coupée. Attends un peu, j’ai peut-être quelque chose”. J’ai entendu le bruit de tiroirs que l’on ouvrait, de cartons que l’on déplaçait... “J’ai un relais avec une référence différente, c’est le même que sur le 7D20, simplement les pattes sont plus longues, tu peux les couper à la bonne dimension. Je vais t’en envoyer”. J’ai demandé quel était le coût pour les relais et l’expédition, mais Deane a insisté pour que ce soit un cadeau. Et quelques jours plus tard j’ai reçu dans une petite boîte cinq relais que Deane avait mis à mon intention. J’ai acheté une belle bouteille de vin que j’ai envoyée à Deane en remerciement. Je dois dire que bien peu de fois dans mon existence j’ai rencontré une telle marque de générosité si spontanée de la part d’une personne inconnue. Mon 7D20 continue à marcher aujourd’hui. Comme tous les instruments conçus à cette époque, il est fait pour fonctionner cent ans et être réparé pendant des sciècles. Le monde a changé. Aujourd’hui les instruments sont en plastique, on ne les répare plus, on les remplace. Une des raisons à cela, je crois, est que l’on ne fabrique plus des personnes comme Deane Kidd non plus. Deane appartient à un temps où les gens savaient associer un niveau d’excellence extrême et une créativité incroyable dans leur travail à une réelle générosité et accessibilité. Il est facile de le vérifier : il suffit d’ouvrir le Manuel de Service d’un équipement de cette époque. Tout est expliqué, détaillé : la théorie du fonctionnement, les raisons des choix techniques, les méthodes de vérification et de calibration. Les schémas sont de toute beauté, l’intelligence et l’élégance des solutions retenues confinent à la poésie. Bien plus qu’un manuel, c’est une Master Class d’électronique qui vous est offerte. Si vous avez la curiosité d’étudier avec attention les schémas de Tektronix, vous noterez la présence d’un génie facétieux qui fait du skateboard sur certains signaux. Vous le retrouverez parfois sur l’écran de quelques oscilloscopes aussi. Je voudrais recommander à ce génie facétieux de veiller affectueusement sur Deane Kidd à présent. Bien à vous, René LOUISOR-MARCHINI.

"You must be Pamela, thanks for writing.

Your father was and will always be a Tek legend, among the great ones from Tek’s golden era, the ones that set the highest standards and made history, while making the future happen.

I am honored to be able to preserve a small part of his legacy.

These parts have new meaning to me now. Thanks!
Terry Buddingh

Dad, I am missing you every day. I can heard your Ham Radios chatting, teletype machines tapping, and your voice explaining Tek equipment and policies ~and loudly arguing, too~ with friends, old and new. The scents of boxes and electronics will always bring you near.

I remember emailing Dean several times as the years passed, I was ordering a mixer for a Tek491 and I was explaining about getting behind on my hobby projects, so he was explaining that he had a car in his garage for years and never got around to finishing it off just like me...he always made people feel good, sometimes he would mention about going here and there for holiday breaks as well, a swell guy, he is sadly missed by all...God bless him, and his family, thanks for the reminder everybody.

I felt that he should be on the Board and said so in a Shareholders' Meeting. They needed someone who wasn't afraid to tell the truth. I fear that my remarks may have made Deane the target for some unfortunate things that happened to him later. If that is true, I truly regret my remarks.

PhilC

So sad to hear about Deane passing away. 
We did a card last night.
Many came last night to remember him and sign the card.
Please continue to keep us informed of any date for services or memorials.
It was suggested that the Friday night group should do a memorial pizza night if it wouldn't
get in the way of any other planned memorial.
God keep and comfort you and yours.

~Roger Mc Coy

I'm so sorry to hear this.
Glad he is no longer in pain.
Will there be any service????
Praying for you as you learn to walk this earth without him.
~Lucille

Hello Dear Ones: I have not had time to go through your wonderful memorial about Deane. But I envy you on producing such a complete history, and loving, too. My father died when I was 12 years old, so I do not have the great memories such as yours. Cherish them.

I will miss his pizza chompin! and quick comments every Friday meeting.

Hope to see you SOON at the RTP.
Love, Jo Ann Dahlke

Oh my gosh, I am so sorry. I just found out yesterday and got the link for his memorial website today. Your dad was so quiet and had such an awesome sense of humor. He will be missed.
With love, Doreen

Thank you for your letter informing us of the passing of your Dad,
Deane. We are deeply sorry to learn of the passing of your Dad, my
friend. It had been a long time since I last had the oportunity to see
and visit with Dean, no excuses, my fault. I will miss him more now
than ever, knowing I cannot see him again. I know he loved you and
especially his grand daughter Tiffani.

Sincerely,
Pat McGuire

Thank you for letting me know of Deane's passing.
I'm sure it was very comforting for all knowing that he was not alone.
He lived a wonderful life with such a loving family.
He is up in Heaven with your Mom. "I bet she had some of her wonderful baked treats waiting for him!"
I have many happy memories of Family times spent together.
Blessings to you all.
Love, Jan Waker

Thinking of you both, I hope Deane passed without pain.
No doubt now is an empty space.
It is lovely that you have memories of him around you.
Love to Tiffani. 
I am sure the menagerie of animals is giving you extra comfort and love.
XXX
~Steph Boquist
Australia

We share your sadness at the loss of Deane and send our love and hugs.
Life will be so different without him.
Our love and deepest sympathy are with you.
~Doug Boquist
Australia

Thinking of you in this tough time.
X Sam Boquist Reid
Australia

Thinking of you in this emotional time.
Sending lots of sunshine your way.
xx Caleb Boquist Reid
Australia

From what I have heard of Deane's life, it sounded rich with innovation. A maverick mind.
I hope you are celebrating his life,
and the the grief passes swiftly
knowing he has returned home to God.
With love,  James Boquist Reid
Australia

We are saddened to learn of Deane's death.
He was so helpful to Dick both in his work and in Ham activities.
We recall many happy occasions with Deane and Myrt.
We also have amusing memories: the J. K. Gill commercial of a piano player filmed on the hillside, the sturdy Basset Hounds almost lost in the grass.
I also recall meeting Deane's mother and learning of his birth so far away.
and especially the Christmas cards with is Granddaughter. All of them are in a scrapbook.
Thank you for letting us know of his passing.
He will be missed and remembered by his many friends.
~Barbara and Dick Barker
Port Angeles, WA

I am sorry for your loss of your Father in Law.. Condolences.

As they say, "gittin' old ain't for sissies" .....  (smile)

~Mike

Where do I begin? I was numb when I heard that Deane had passed away. I had many things to talk to him about this weekend when I was hoping to see him at Round Table Pizza.
He always had a smile on his face when he caught sight of me across the table. I've known him for over 20 years and he was always wonderful to me. He introduced me to many of his Tek friends who are now my friends.
Every year I would get a Christmas card from Deane. One of my favorites is with him and Paityn. She is dressed as a cowgirl holding a pistol.
I will miss visiting with Deane, and Pam, and Jack. I have yet to meet the wild dogs but maybe one day I will finally meet them as well.
In the mean time I will be thinking frequently of all of you.
~Dennis Tillman
 Washington

So sorry to learn of your father's passing - and Thanks for the note. Deane was a very nice man and a hard worker. We miss seeing him for his dental care. Take care, Dr. Rick Asai
I'm so sorry for your loss.~ Eri
Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with you during your time of loss. May you find peace during this time. Sincerely, Jenny
I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ Stephanie
Sorry for your loss. ~ Kristi

I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My late husband, Chuck Nolan, and Deane met at Oregon State University and eventually both were employees of Tektronix. Our family moved to California in the 60's and made annual trips North visiting relatives and friends. After your Mom passed away, your Dad visited us in Morro Bay for several days. We did so enjoy getting together and reliving old memories. Chuck passed away in '08 and I moved back to San Jose to a retirement facility to be nearer 2 sons and their families. I will say that I so enjoyed Deane's Christmas cards with his great granddaughter. I know that he will be greatly missed! Deane had quite a history. Thank you for sharing with others. He lives on through his family! 
With Good Thoughts & Prayers, Juanita, Nolan

With Sympathy from all of us: Love lives on in words they said, in lives they touched, and in the happiness we feel every time we remember them. May it help to know that we're thinking of you with deepest sympathy and heartfelt understanding. 
~Blaine, Merla, and the pups     ~Chuck and Betty Forsberg
~Irene and Philip Crosby       ~Roger and Jo Ann, Love to You!
~Chuck Barrows         ~Richard and Judi Stack
~B'2   ~Bruce Baur Sorry for 'Our' Loss  ~Bob Jenkins  
~Thinking of you, Glen and Gordon Moyle 
~Keith S  ~Tom Hill         ~John Cousins
~Hey Pam! Sorry to hear about your dad! Rory and Jerry
~Hi, Pam and Jack, Sorry to hear about Deane. Take care and just know that we are here for you. Bob @ Round Table

So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
I am sending prayers of comfort to you.
I am glad we were able to see you and Uncle Deane
(12/2014, at Aunt Donna Koepke's Memorial)
after so many years.
Take care.
~Candy K.
  Nevada

Old Friends

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great guy!
My father has been gone 10 years, and I still miss him so much,
so I know your emotions very well.                       

~ Fenn B.

Dear Pam and Family,

Thanks for the letter... I thoroughly enjoyed the bio that you wrote. You were taught well!

I am proud to have known your most gifted father and grandfather!

~Deane's Cousin, Lucille Rydeen Aasland
  Minnesota

Thank you for letting us know about your dad. We're sorry for your loss.

Your mom and dad were very unique people. Your mom was always so kind to me back in the days when most adults didn't want me around. I have good memories of her and a lot of respect.

I remember Andy and I working on cars down by the basement. A couple of times you dad was standing there and we didn't know it. He would have this puzzled look on his face, you could see him thinking........I think I was aware of what his thoughts were....sometimes he would walk off quietly and other times he would shake his head.

Deane was a good husband, dad, and grandpa. He was very intelligent. I know he had a lot of knowledge and knew his business better than anyone.
I used to see him in the post office, it was always nice to see him.

I remember Grandma Kidd. Andy would tease her and she would act like she was mad.

I remember Grandpa Tom. Andy would play pool with him and let him win.

One of my biggest regrets was the last time I could have talked to your mom in Albertsons.............I thought I was to busy, that would of been the last time I saw her, that was a big hard lesson to learn and it still bothers me.

Take care of yourself.

~John M.

I agree except for the “he was a legend” he IS a legend.!! Sorry to see his passing. 

Bill Law

Friends

Deane was always helpful. He helped me guide the products through the Phase system. Whenever we had a problem that would delay our schedule, I would go and talk to him and he would suggest an alternative option that was better or clear the way for us. He hated it when people overuse the resources at the expense of other projects. I will be always grateful to Deane for his help on all the projects I was involved.

He was more than fair all the time. His priority was getting a quality product to market in a timely fashion. If he felt the project leader was skipping essential stages, you would be raked with fiery eyes at the steering meeting.

May he rest in peace and his family be happy that besides being a good family man, he was a major reason our products were successful.

Regards to all

Luis y Nenita Navarro

Dear Pam and Jack,

We are saddened to hear about Deane's passing. We know how much he has been a central part of your lives for so long. Losing a parent is always hard. There are so many memories and feelings that you experience - it is a most difficult time. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Sending our love and prayers to you both. 
Love, PS and Gregor
Colorado

The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.
   -Native American Wisdom
I'm so sorry to hear of Deane's passing.  He was a force of nature in your life (and many others) and I'm glad we got to know him a bit last July.
Shane and I are keeping you and Jack and your family in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn Deane's passing and adjust to his absence in your lives.
Much love, Dave Boquist
Minnesota

For every joy that passes, something beautiful remains...
May your sweet memories give you comfort.
So sorry to hear the sad news of Deane's passing away.
Please dwell on the joyful times of the past.
We loved him so much, he did so many kind things in his life for us.
Deane is in Jehovah God's memory, and with God all things are possible.

Job 14:14-15 King James Version
14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come.
15 Thou shalt call, and I will answer thee: thou wilt have a desire to the work of thine hands.

Jehovah yearns to very soon bring those in his memory back to life, but on a peaceful earth.
I love you very much.
~Judy Callender

I was sorry to hear of your Dad passing.
He was a much cherished friend, just like your Mom.
God bless you and your family.
Love, Doris Shaw
North Carolina

I know you will forever hold on to the cherished memories of your Dad and Father-in-law. They are going to bring many smiles and chuckles to your life as days pass. 
Deane will sure be missed. He was a man so true to himself.
Thank you for sharing him with me and I got you some M&Ms 'cause I know he would want you to be having "fun" and not sad. 
I love you very much.
~Jani Alvarez

Thank you for writing.
I am so sorry to hear about Deane's passing. 
Always enjoyed the Christmas updates and photos he shared.
We worked together many years through good times and sad. 
Your father was always a gentleman and so very proud of his family. Tiffany was a little girl back then - bet he was thrilled with all the great grandkids.
Bet he, your Mother, and Teresa are having a wonderful reunion in Heaven.
~Alicia Reed

We wish our words could somehow ease your sadness,
but in our hearts,
we know the most they can do is simply tell you how much we care.
~Naomi and Dick Ballard

HI, I really appreciated Deane’s online memorial. Before I read it, I knew very little about Deane. He certainly had a fruitful life. I cannot believe what the physician said to his mother when he was born. However, most of us have heard “stupid” physicians say similar things. I am so glad that his mother and father persevered. Deane had to be a fighter to have survived his first few months. He demonstrated that characteristic throughout his life. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time, Naomi

Deane was the best and always nice to me.
I won't ever forget him.
May the love of God surround you during this time of sorrow.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
~Merrill Moore
Iowa

With Sympathy.

Judi and Richard Stack

What a wonderful tribute for your father. I will show Clair this memorial
that you make possible. Clair will enjoy reading some of the good memories from their old friends from Tek.......wishing you peace...clair and sharon kidd.... think of you each day.....

To all of Deane's family: I will miss Deane greatly. He encouraged me to aim for Tek when i was a teenager with a new ham license. Our friendship lasted all these years. After graduation from college and a stint with Uncle Sam, I landed at Tek in R & D with CRTs. I learned a lot from Deane before, during and after my time at Tek. He was the best in many ways. Tek would not have been the same without him. Thank you for sharing him with us. He was a great friend and mentor.  Chuck Lund

I can't help thinking of Deane when I read about all the trouble they are having at Volkswagen. He had a very extensive rumor mill, so that when he was asking the routine questions in a release meeting, he already pretty much knew what the answer would be. When he heard something new in the answer, he drilled down into it to discover if there was an issue with the project that wasn't known to all. His questions in those meetings played a big part in the "Tek quality". Tek really made the specifications in the spec document. In a loud voice, he said "I don't think this product is ready for release. When can we reschedule this meeting?" I am sure he felt a lot of pressure for those decisions. I bet VW doesn't have a "dictator" like Deane making sure a product is ready for production. I worked at several companies after I was kicked out of Tek that didn't have a "spec dictator" and let the customers fill that function. Most of them are no longer in business. Probably not a coincidence. That person is very important to customer satisfaction.

Regards,
Ron Kinder

Pam, Andy, Jack and Family
   Very sorry to hear about Deane's passing. He was a great neighbor, friend, and certainly a fighter. I remember when they tried to reconfigure Parrett Mtn., Dean took on the "heavies". I heard he ran a tight ship at Tektronics too. I know he was very proud of his family. We will certainly miss him.
   Our deepest sympathy. Claudia, Bill, and family

To Pam, Jack, and The Kidd Family,

Sorry for your great loss. I just wanted you to know that Deane's passing is felt throughout the large Tektronix family.
We miss him too....

Rest in Peace Deane,

- always missed,

Peter Hildebrandt
Toronto, Canada

To Pam, Jack, and The Kidd Family,
Dad and I are sending much love to you all during this difficult time. Deane is a true soul and we will be relishing the memory of his character. Well wishes to you and easy mending.
Love,
Shane Bustin and Dave Boquist

We are so sorry to hear about this. He will indeed be missed. He was a great neighbor for many years. Doreen & David Van De Kop

I am so sorry that Deane has passed away, at least his beloved family was by his side. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I had a few dealings with him over the years and his honestly and friendliness came through on our communications. Although I never had met him, I feel as if I had, and I feel part of his 'family' and friends. He will be sadly missed by all family relatives and all his friends on the Tektronix followers website. May God bless you all.
Bernard from Ireland

We are with you both in mourning Deane's loss, and in remembering the Unique Light he brought to this world. Sending you Love and Peace

                                 Jim Boquist & Mary Hakemian