DL's Endeavor Air F/O Dave Fiji

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL’s regional carrier/Endeavor Air F/O Dave Fiji

December 14, 2000  -  May 29, 2026

 

https://www.wagesfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dave-Fiji?obId=48573108

Service times are below, please keep this family in your thoughts and check back for complete obituary.

 

Dave Fiji, age 25 of Snellville, Georgia, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026.

 

A going home wake service will be held at Praise Community Church in Lawrenceville from 5pm – 10pm on Friday, June 5, 2026. The going home service will be held the following day, on Saturday, June 6th from 9:30am until 12:30pm at the church. Burial will follow at Gwinnett Memorial Park in Lawrenceville, GA.

 

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralhome.com   Tom M. Wages Funeral Service, A Heritage Company, 3705 Highway 78 West, Snellville, GA 30039 (770-979-3200) has been entrusted with the arrangements.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8XTFj8BZ1A 

Dave Fiji and a helicopter pilot died Friday night when a Robinson R66 crashed near the Dawsonville wedding venue where Fiji had just married his wife, Jesni.

 

https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/indian-kerala-origin-delta-pilot-dave-fiji-killed-in-us-chopper-crash-hours-after-wedding-11573996

According to his father, Dave Fiji, a first officer for Delta Air Lines, had concerns about the weather before the takeoff.

 

https://x.com/aviationbrk/status/2061460318346199115

NEW: A Delta Air Lines regional pilot has been killed on his wedding day after the helicopter taking him and his wife to their honeymoon crashed in bad weather.

 

Dave Fiji, 25, was tragically killed on his wedding day after the Robinson R66 carrying the groom and his wife, Jesni, ar Dawsonville, Georgia.

 

Endeavour Air, a subsidiary of Delta Air Lines, said in a statement: 'The loss of a colleague and friend is deeply felt, and we know this news may be especially difficult for those who knew and worked alongside him.'

 

According to the airline, First Officer Fiji had joined Endeavour in March 2025.

 

The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the crash. The helicopter belonged to Prestige Helicopters, which operates out of Peachtree-DeKalb airport.

ComAir/World/FedEx Capt. John Thibodeau

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Com Air (Delta Air Lines), World Airways, and FedEx

Capt. John Russell Thibodeau

November 24, 1963 ~ January 5, 2026

 

PCN memorial site

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/john-thibodeau-obituary?id=60579959

John Thibodeau Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 20, 2026.

In Loving Memory of John Russell Thibodeau

 

John Russell Thibodeau, age 62, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2026. He will be remembered for his infectious laugh, wonderful sense of humor, and his deep love for his son and family. John's endless curiosity for new adventures and his passion for music brought joy to those around him. One cherished memory is the last time the family gathered: John played guitar alongside his brother Mark, while his sister Lynne and father Charles joined in with other instruments. The room was filled with laughter and love, and their mother watched on, shaking her head in fond amusement. John's son, Charlie, recalls their meaningful trip together to Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, Canada, where they explored their Thibodeau family roots dating back to the 1600s.

 

John was born on November 24, 1963, in Bad Constadt, Germany, to Charles and Marilyn Thibodeau. He was known for his spontaneity, kindness, love of music, and enthusiasm for riding his Indian motorcycles. John attended Aberdeen Senior High School in Aberdeen, Maryland, and graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park, with a Bachelor of Science in Cartography.

 

John was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Russell Thibodeau. He is survived by his father, Charles Thibodeau; his son, Charlie Thibodeau; his sister, Lynne Thibodeau Comly (William); and his brother, Mark Thibodeau (Jamie). John was also cherished by his nieces Kathryn Henwood (Lexie), Elizabeth Spina (Danton), Lauren Waitkus (Robbie), and Katharine Thibodeau; nephews Jack Thibodeau, Mason Thibodeau, Bill Comly Jr. (Kelly), James Comly, and Chris Comly (Megan); grandnieces Mia, Eleanor, Haley, and Henley; and grandnephews Leander, Logan, and Caden.

 

After college, John was commissioned into the U.S. Army and began his career as an Army fixed-wing and helicopter (Cobra-IP) aviator, serving in the Military Intelligence Branch. His distinguished service included flying missions along the DMZ in Korea, serving during the War in Afghanistan and the Persian Gulf War, and serving at numerous other duty stations. John was honored with several awards, including the Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Parachutist Badge, Army Achievement Medal, Army Aviator Badge, and Path Finder Badge. He held the rank of Captain upon leaving military service.

 

Following his military service, John became a commercial airline pilot. His career included serving as captain for Com Air (Delta Airlines), World Airways, and FedEx.

 

A memorial service with full military honors will be held on February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, located at 5525 U.S. Highway 1, North Mims, Florida 32754.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in John's memory to the Disabled American Veterans Association (DAV): https://support.dav.org/campaigns/John-Russell-Thibodeau

Mesaba/Endeavor/Delta Capt. Dominic Lawrence Hall Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Mesaba/Endeavor/Delta Capt. Dominic Lawrence Hall Jr.

October 09, 1951 - February 19, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Mesaba/Endeavor/Delta pilot Captain Dom Hall, age 69.  (note:  obituary reads retired Delta Airlines but I believe he flew for the various commuter divisions).  Captain Hall was widowed in November 2012 with the passing of his wife Denise.  

Obituary information is available for viewing online at

https://mimemorial.com/obituaries/persons/H/Dominic-Lawrence  also at

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/heritage/obituary.aspx?n=dominic-lawrence-hall&pid=197820686&fhid=13564

Captain Hall had most recently resided at

1573 Douglas St.,  Trenton, MI 48183.

If anyone has more information/corrections to share, please do let us know.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary  :  HALL, Dominic L., Jr., age 69, of Trenton, February 19, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Denise Hall. Dearest brother of Marion (Virginia) Hall, Mary Haupt and Rosemary Noe. He is preceded in death by his wife, Denise, his parents, Marion and Mary Hall, and brothers, John Hall and Gabriel Hall. Mr. Hall worked for Superior Ambulance, and Riverview Fire Department, where he rose to become Lieutenant. He also worked for 30 years flying for Delta Airlines as a Captain. After retiring from Delta, he owned and operated Halls Flying Service on Grosse Ile, MI. https://www.facebook.com/flygrosseile/

He was past President of Southgate Rotary. Service is Thursday, 10 a.m. at Michigan Memorial Funeral Home, (next to Michigan Memorial Park) 30895 Huron River Dr., Huron Twp., (734) 783-2646. Visitation is Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, 12-8 p.m. Entombment in Michigan Memorial Park.

 

Funeral services provided by

Michigan Memorial Funeral Home

30895 W Huron River Dr

Flat Rock, MI 48134

(734) 783-2646

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 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/101651317/denise-hall

spouse :  Denise Jablonski Hall

BIRTH          2 May 1957

DEATH         24 Nov 2012 (aged 55), Michigan, USA

BURIAL         Michigan Memorial Park, Flat Rock, Wayne County, Michigan, USA

ASA/AA pilot Capt. Aaron W. Smith, son of DL Capt David W. Smith

In Memory of former ASA and current AA pilot Aaron W. Smith, son of retired DL pilot Captain David W. Smith.  Aaron leaves many dear friends and family who mourn his untimely passing due to cancer.  My sincere apologies to Captain David W. Smith for a less than prompt posting of Aaron's obituary (family matters and a granddaughter's surgery took me out of town for much of this month).   Once again, those wishing to reach the Smith family,  their email address is  dws295@comcast.net , and the mailing address:
7126 Kensington Ct., University Park, FL 34201-2343 ... (941) 360-8202
Dear Captain Smith and family, please accept my sincere sympathy
for the loss of your son Aaron.  I keep you in my thoughts and prayers,
Carol

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In Memory of former ASA and current AA pilot Aaron W. Smith, son of retired DL pilot Captain David W. Smith.  Born October 2, 1963 Aaron was 48 years of age at the time of his passing May 16, 2012.

This is a follow up on my son's death notice that was sent to you on Wed 5-16 and not published until late Friday night the day before his services--precluding many from attending. I will send you a picture of my son and hope you included it in the notice. He was an American Pilot and a former ASA Captain. Let me know how to include his picture like the others that were published.
Capt. David W. Smith Ret Atl MD-11
Contact Email     dws295@comcast.net   Contact Phone    941-360-8202

From: Unknown   Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 12:01 PM

Subject: ASA/AA pilot Capt. Aaron W. Smith, son of DL Capt ....

"ASA/AA pilot Capt. Aaron W. Smith, son of DL Capt ...":

I am so sorry for the loss here of Aaron. I flew with him many times while we were at ASA. What a delightful man he was. We worked hard, laughed often, and enjoyed everything we did. Aaron was a professional when he was supposed to be, loved flying and still had fun always. We used to say we were all members of the "Delta brats" family as my Dad was also a Delta retiree. I never recall for even a second when Aaron wasn't a happy guy. He loved life and will be missed terribly.

Posted by Unknown to PCN Flight West at May 23, 2012 3:01 PM

Arrangements have been handled by Metro Embalming & Crematory, 329 Gees Mill Business Parkway Suite 300, Conyers, GA 30013  ...  770-922-8182.  Services for Aaron were held May 19th in Fayetteville, Georgia.  Online condolences may be expressed at http://www.metroembalming.com/obits/obituary.php?id=178255 

Again, personal condolences may be sent to the Smith family at

7126 Kensington Ct., University Park, FL 34201-2343 ... (941) 360-8202

You may also reach Captain David Smith at his email address:  dws295@comcast.net

Thank you,

Carol 

From: PCN    Sent: Saturday, May 19, 2012 5:16 AM

Pilot Communication Net

Subject:  Service for Aaron W Smith Today May 19

I wish to thanks Ken Jegen for sharing the sad news of Aaron's
passing.  Please forward sympathies to ret Capt David Smith below:

Aaron W Smith,son of retired MD-11 Captain David W Smith, passed away May 16.

Aaron was a former ASA Captain and current 14 year pilot with American Airlines.

Services will be held Saturday May 19 at Harps Baptist Church 1183 Highway 92 South Fayetville,Ga. Service at 2PM Reception follows.

David Smith email dws295@comcast.net

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From: Ken Jegen  Date: 5/16/2012 1:13:54 PM

Subject: Aaron Smith

Mark I wanted to let you know Aaron Smith, American Airlines pilot and

the son of Captain David W. Smith, passed away this morning 5/16/12,

from a very aggressive form of prostate cancer.  He was 48 years old

and had been with AMR for about 14 years, before that he had been a

Captain for  ASA .  Daves E-Mail is dws295@comcast.net

From: Ken Jegen <fkjegen@mac.com>
Date: May 16, 2012 11:58:51 PM GMT+01:00Subject: CAPT DAVE SMITH ADDRESS

Dave's home address is 7126 Kensington Ct. University Park Fl. 34201, Mark if you could post this I would appreciate it, Thanks, Ken Jegen