In Memoriam: Victor Kley, Visionary Inventor, Actvist.

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Victor Kley, a pioneering inventor and visionary. Vic departed this world on November 12, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking contributions and activism.

Born on April 13,1946 in Washington, D.C, Victor Kley, “Vic” exhibited an early aptitude for science and technology. His insatiable curiosity and passion for pushing the boundaries of what was possible led him to become a trailblazer in early computers and electronics, and later in nanotechnology, and cold fusion. Vic earned a reputation as a brilliant mind and a tenacious problem-solver, garnering hundreds of patents over the course of six decades.

Vic was also a passionate advocate and political organizer. As one of the founding members of the Earth Day movement, he helped organize events and worked to uncover the effects of the use of Agent Orange in the Vietnam War. Vic’s dedication to the betterment of the environment and the human condition was born from the deep compassion he felt for the suffering of others and his concern for the children of the future.

A loving husband, father, and brother, Vic is survived by his wife and partner of 51 years Helen Munson of Berkeley, CA., his children, Douglas and Darrell Eder of Kailua-Kona, HI, Lysistrata Munson of Elk Grove, CA. and Victor Basil Kley III of Covelo, CA., his grandchildren Hamza Lhamous of Elk Grove, CA and Soumaya Lhamous of Berkeley, CA., and his sisters Melody Bratton of Millsboro, DE., Michelle Conci of San Mateo, CA. and Denise Lingenfelter of Hendersonville, NC. We mourn the loss of a mentor who never shied away from telling it like it is! His memory will be cherished not only for his brilliant mind but also for his warmth, generosity, and unwavering commitment to making the world a better place.

A memorial service to honor Victor Kley's life and contributions will be held on November 27, 2023 1pm at Sunset View Cemetery & Mortuary, El Cerrito, CA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to UNICEF in Victor Kley's name.

May he rest in peace, and may his legacy continue to inspire future generations to use their talents to make the world a better place for us all.

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