Update: ~ IN MEMORY ~
Korean War veteran, DL Capt. George Edward Massey
Sr.
October 30, 1928 ~ June 9, 2013
Korean War veteran, retired DL pilot, Delta Golden Wings and
Delta Pioneer member Capt. George E. Massey hired on with Delta Air Lines
12-03-1956 and retired at the mandatory age 60 in 1988, based ATL. To view/sign
the online guestbook please visit the funeral home website at http://www.mckoon.com/ Services for Capt.
Massey were held June 12th in GA. Survived by his wife Allene personal
condolences may be sent to
153 Tabby Linch Road , Moreland GA 30259-2563 ... (770) 253-8975
or email the family at wd4odr@aol.com
Thank you,
~ Carol
Note: More info regarding Capt. & Mrs. Massey’s
donation of their 1936 Stinson SR-8E Reliant to the Delta Heritage
Museum is located at http://www.deltamuseum.org/M_Aircraft_Stinson.htm
The 1936 Stinson has lots of NEA history! It was restored to
its original Northeast livery in 2005.
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Subject: Death of retired Delta Pilot George E.
Massey
George Massey, Sr. |
Mr. George Edward Massey, Sr. age 84 of Moreland died June 9, 2013 while in the compassionate care of the West Georgia Hospice in LaGrange. Mr. Massey was born October 30, 1928 in Shelby County, Tennessee to the late Wakeman Norfleet and Ruby Vivian West Massey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, George Edward Massey, Jr. He was discharged from The United States Air Force in 1952 as a SSgt where he served in the 155th Tac Recon Squadron during the Korean War. He also served in the Tennessee Air National Guard. He flew for Delta Airlines beginning in 1956 for 32 years; having started out in the DC-3 and retired flying the L1011. During the years his family lived in the Atlanta area he was active in The Ben Hill Presbyterian Church and was a Scout Master. His interest in vintage aircraft enabled him to donate his Stinson SR-8E Reliant to the Delta Museum. He also enjoyed being a ham radio operator. Mr. Massey is survived by his wife of 63 years, Allene Phillips Massey of Moreland and a daughter, Sharon Massey. His surviving siblings are Gerald K. Massey (and Vivian) of Collierville TN, Robert F. Massey (and Virginia) of Olive Branch MS and Virginia Blevins of Bartlett TN. There is an extended family of nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are by McKoon Funeral Home at 38 Jackson Street where visitation with the family will be on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 beginning at 12:00 noon until 1:30 PM. A graveside funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM at Southview Cemetery in Moreland with Dr. Harry Barrow officiating. Flowers are a loving gift or memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Massey’s memory to Angel’s House PO Box 657 Newnan, GA 30264 or to CORRAL 52 Oliver Potts RD Newnan, GA 30263. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mckoon.com. McKoon Funeral Home 770-253-4580. |
From: David L. Roberts Sent: Monday,
June 10, 2013 1:12 PM To: MY DELTA FRIENDS
Subject: DEATH OF RETIRED ATL CAPTAIN GEORGE E. MASSEY,
SR
CARES AND CONCERNSThank you to Mrs.
Michael A. (Debbie) Smith for sending the sad news of the death of retired ATL
Captain George E. Massey, Sr., 84.
- Wanted to let you know that George Massey died tonight about 8:00. He was in hospice in Lagrange since last Wednesday. No details yet-will let you know. Lots of love! Deb
You may sign or view the Online Guest Book at http://www.mckoon.com/html/obituaries.html
You may view the information about Captain & Mrs. Massey donating the 1936 Stinson 8E to the Delta Heritage Museum at http://www.deltamuseum.org/M_Aircraft_Stinson.htmAfter the Graveside Service, their daughter Sharon Massey has extended the invitation for a reception at the Newnan Presbyterian Church, 38 Greenville Street, Newnan GA 30263, P (770) 253 4405.
~In Memory~
George Edward Massey, Sr.
age 84
10/30/1928 -- 6/9/2013
George Massey, Sr. |
Mr. George Edward Massey, Sr. age 84 of Moreland died June 9, 2013 while in the compassionate care of the West Georgia Hospice in LaGrange. Mr. Massey was born October 30, 1928 in Shelby County, Tennessee to the late Wakeman Norfleet and Ruby Vivian West Massey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, George Edward Massey, Jr. He was discharged from The United States Air Force in 1952 as a SSgt where he served in the 155th Tac Recon Squadron during the Korean War. He also served in the Tennessee Air National Guard. He flew for Delta Airlines beginning in 1956 for 32 years; having started out in the DC-3 and retired flying the L1011. During the years his family lived in the Atlanta area he was active in The Ben Hill Presbyterian Church and was a Scout Master. His interest in vintage aircraft enabled him to donate his Stinson SR-8E Reliant to the Delta Museum. He also enjoyed being a ham radio operator. Mr. Massey is survived by his wife of 63 years, Allene Phillips Massey of Moreland and a daughter, Sharon Massey. His surviving siblings are Gerald K. Massey (and Vivian) of Collierville TN, Robert F. Massey (and Virginia) of Olive Branch MS and Virginia Blevins of Bartlett TN. There is an extended family of nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements are by McKoon Funeral Home at 38 Jackson Street where visitation with the family will be on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 beginning at 12:00 noon until 1:30 PM. A graveside funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM at Southview Cemetery in Moreland with Dr. Harry Barrow officiating. Flowers are a loving gift or memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Massey’s memory to Angel’s House PO Box 657 Newnan, GA 30264 or to CORRAL 52 Oliver Potts RD Newnan, GA 30263. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mckoon.com. McKoon Funeral Home 770-253-4580. |
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