Todd Vincent Elliott

12/04/1968 — 07/20/2024

From Benton City, WA | Born in Richland, WA

Todd Vincent Elliott

Todd Vincent Elliott was born on December 4th, 1968 in Richland Washington and passed away on July 20th, 2024. Todd was the son of Judie Heid Elliott and Ron Johnson. He was adopted by Jon Elliott and raised by Jon and Judie together. He was the brother of Kelly Elliott and Jessica Jones. He was an uncle to Jason Elliott, Colton Jones and Savannah Jones.

Todd’s knowledge of computers and electronics was vast – he invented, designed, and built several devices. The latest of these was a highly praised portable P25 scanning, digital radio system. Todd also had a musically creative side – he mastered any instrument he chose, especially the guitar.

Todd was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

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  • I knew Todd through his radio inventions. His intelligence shone brighter than the sun. He will be missed greatly.
    W4AMP
    Dallas, Georgia

    James O'Brien
    September 4, 2024
    Dallas, Georgia
  • I am so sorry to hear of this news and my condolences to his family. I never met Todd but I have always considered him a genius and also a friend after purchasing his P25RX radio scanner and then communicating with him online for occasional support or in the forums. He seemed like a very personable gentleman and was very invested in his products as well as his customers. Rest in peace and know that there are a lot of folks who miss you in some capacity.

    Jim G.
    August 6, 2024
    Florida
  • Todd, we never met but I was one of your first BlueTail P25 RX customers. You inspired many with your “roll your own” product that is still superior to commercial stuff on the market. Your passion was the product and it showed. You were always quick to respond to anyone day or night. I use your work extensively supporting my P25 trunked radio system here in Fulton County, GA.

    I am sorry I never got to chance to know you better, or be here to listen to you the way you listened to us. I know you are now at peace, in an eternal land of love, blue skies, and strong signals. Thank you for all you did for everyone around you. While you left this world too soon, you did leave it a better place. Rest in peace.

    Erik Baby
    August 4, 2024
    Atlanta, GA
  • Todd’s radio designs are revolutionary, they allowed people who normally wouldn’t be able to afford such devices a way to join in on theP25 scanner market. His attention to detail and service to customers were top-class. Albeit most of us strangers, he made the group of users who had his proprietary devices feel like a close-knit group. Oftentimes feedback we gave him for improving the devices was directly implemented, we felt ownership in the product and worked to make them better. Todd’s expertise and skill with electronics were world class, and can never be replaced.

    Phill
    August 2, 2024
    Cincinnati OH
  • I might have met Todd once, but I know some of his family & friends and they are all great people. I’m so sorry for your loss.

    Steve Scharf
    August 2, 2024
    Richland
  • I only know Todd through his internet communications. I followed with great interest his receiver design projects. His knowledge was extensive and he was able to design outstanding products for a very complex and demanding market. He was a true genius and kind person and is missed by all who knew him. I am sorry for your loss and hope you find solace in learning what a great person he was.

    Joe K4SAT
    August 1, 2024
    Florida
  • Elliot Family ~thank you so much for inviting Erik ,Nita and I to Todd’s service.. It was a good time for remembering,what a beautiful boy that your Todd Was. He left his imprint not only on Erik’s life but on our hearts also. Gone to soon but never ever forgotten!! I love you,Laura Hightower♥️♥️♥️♥️

    Laura Hightower
    August 1, 2024
    Cashmere
  • This is incredibly sad news to come across. My sincere condolences to Todd’s family and friends.

    Todd was indeed brilliant. It typically takes a team of people and significantly more time to bring to market what Todd created on his own. In many cases Todd’s creations worked better and were easier to configure.

    Whether Todd was from across the street or from across the Internet It wouldn’t matter, he was admired by many and his friendship will be missed.

    Dean
    August 1, 2024
    Long Island, NY.
  • Todd you will be missed! You were a genius and always a good guy to me!

    Stefan
    August 1, 2024
    Connecticut
  • Sorry for your loss. Todd was a radio genius and will be missed.

    Matt
    August 1, 2024
    Orient, OH
  • Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. I have his products and they are well designed and are fun to use. Was a gifted engineer and frankly him being banned from RR was unnecessary and was not good for his mental health. Rest in piece my friend. (1ST AMENDMENT)

    Bill
    July 31, 2024
    Newport News
  • My deepest sympathy to Todd’s family in this time of loss. I had the pleasure of many years of Todd’s friendship going back to the 80’s. So many fond memories with my buddy, playing guitars, hanging out and just listening to him explain his latest project. Todd was super talented at whatever he set his mind to.

    Rest in peace my friend, you will be truly missed.

    Randy L
    July 31, 2024
    Kennewick Wa
  • I am very sorry for your loss. Todd will be missed by all of us. I had learned a lot from him.

    Chris A
    July 31, 2024
    Redford Mi
  • I am very sorry for your loss. Todd will be missed by all.

    Chris A
    July 31, 2024
    Redford Mi
  • I had the pleasure of working with Todd and his P25RX receiver. Todd was a consummate professional who offered amazing, personal customer service. Todd is sorely missed. I am so sorry for your difficult loss.

    Marty F
    July 31, 2024
    Battle Creek, MI
  • I’m sorry for your loss. I consider Todd a friend. We met up working on his Blue Tail radio projects. Very talented man.
    I wish the family well during this time. Thank you Todd for inspiring me to learn coding.

    Vince Pafford
    July 31, 2024
    Federal Way WA.
  • I only knew Todd “online” with him providing excellent support of his hand-made radios. He was a true one of a kind Engineeing talent. He will never be forgotten as his loyal radio users continue to enjoy his creations.

    May happy memories give Todd’s family peace and comfort.

    Dave
    July 31, 2024
    Wisconsin
  • I did not know Todd personally, but followed his devolpments of his radio decoding products. Rest in peace Todd and thank you for the positive contributions to the RF and Radio communities.

    Marc V.
    July 31, 2024
    Houston, TX
  • So sorry to find out about this. Todd was revered in the scanning community as a pioneer of innovative equipment, and his personal attention to his customers was amazing, especially in this day and age. We communicated many times during the early stages of the first device he created.

    My condolences to his family and personal friends. Gone too soon, I hope he is at peace, and that you find peace in the comfort of one another and the good memories that remain.

    Scott Halligan
    July 31, 2024
    Cape Cod, Massachusetts
  • My good friend Todd. Thank you for the great tools you provided to our community. Your skills and experience greatly bought joy and excitement. You will be missed by me and our special community.
    God bless and hop our paths cross again.

    Vincent
    July 31, 2024
    Central California
  • Todd, I count it a pleasure to have known you. Your will leave a void that will never be filled

    Daniel King
    July 31, 2024
    Indiana
  • Very sorry for your loss.

    Todd had a high level of engineering knowledge including Software Defined Radio, Digital Signal Processing, Radio Frequency Design, Multiple Digital Radio Standards, just to name a few. I, like many across the USA, are enjoying his great radio designs.

    R.I.P.

    Carl
    July 31, 2024
    Chicago
  • We are so so sorry for your loss, praying for you and your family

    Doug & Cindy Elliott
    July 30, 2024
    Kennewick
  • Forever blessed that our paths crossed in this lifetime..you are a beautiful shooting star..whose light went out far too soon..
    I know you are playing with the angel band now, my friend..see you on the other side..💗🙏🏻

    Jamie Truitt
    July 30, 2024
    Oak Harbor
  • I’m thankful for my friendship with Todd at a pivotal time in my life.
    I was fortunate enough to be part of the musical genius that inspired so many..
    You will not be forgotten my friend.
    Godspeed.

    Erik Snyder
    July 30, 2024
    Cashmere
  • Thankful for Todd’s friendship at a pivotal time in my life.
    I was fortunate enough to be part of His creative musical genius for a period of time.
    Your life inspired many
    Thank you …

    Erik Snyder
    July 30, 2024
    Cashmere Washington
  • I’ll see you all on Thursday morning 🌄 I’m mourning with you

    WA Kennewick WA Kennewickohnny Johnson
    July 30, 2024
    Kennewick WA
  • We mourn with those that mourn. We knew and loved the Elliot family for years. Watched the boys grow up and baby Jessica as well. Now as we mourn and support the family let the love, laughter, tears and pictures and memories carry us through of what an incredibly talented and brilliant man Todd was.

    Lynne Johnson
    July 30, 2024
    Kennewick
  • So sorry to see you begin your great journey so early, but really happy to be a part of my life and happy that you were a part of mine. God bless.

    Rex Elliott
    July 30, 2024
    Laurel, MD
  • You were an amazing person and cousin. You will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you.
    Tell Gram & Grandpa I said hi.

    Ericca Young
    July 30, 2024
    Kennewick, WA
  • You will be missed greatly by your aunt and uncle and cousins.

    Cheri McGee
    July 30, 2024
    Kennewick
  • So sorry for your loss.

    Michael Krueger
    July 30, 2024
    Pasco WA
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