Krikor “Koko” Kalayjian, Jack Nelson pass away
We are sorry to report the deaths of Krikor Kalayjian of K & K Company, Vernon, California; and Jack Nelson, sales representative for Abma Sales, Ontario, California.
Mr. Kalayjian, 79, was the owner of K & K, and one of the military surplus industry’s founding members. He passed away after a short illness on 22 May, with burial on 29 May, 2009. He was fondly known by his nickname, Koko.
Mr. Nelson passed away suddenly on 15 June at his home. No further details are available at this time. Mr. Nelson was a familiar and friendly presence at the ASD trade shows, and was a valuable member of the Abma Sales team.
More information on both of these tragic losses will be offered in the upcoming July issue of ANSOM.
