NAL/PAA/DL Capt. Neal Edward Waldron

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NAL/PAA/DL Capt. Neal Edward Waldron

October 6, 1938 ~ August 5, 2026

 

Neal joined National 06-6-1966, then flew for Pan Am, and retired with Delta Air Lines in 1998 based

Atlanta.  Neal is survived by his wife Joanne, and by his daughters and their families.

Interment:  Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.

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 Obituary of Neal Edward Waldron

IN THE CARE OF Volusia Memorial Funeral Home

Neal Edward Waldron, was born in Tampa, Florida, on October 6, 1938, and died August 5, 2026, at age 87, at Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach, Florida. He has been a long time resident of Spruce Creek Fly-In Community in Port Orange, Florida.

 

Neal graduated from Coral Gables High School in Miami and earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Miami. He married his high school sweetheart, Joanne Kathryn Price, on February 5, 1961. They moved to Arizona for US Air Force Flight Training School then to Travis Air Force Base near San Francisco, California. Neal flew C141s in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. Once 6 years completed and at the rank of Captain, Neal decided to make the transition to civilian life and be a commercial airline pilot back in their hometown of Miami, FL. He first started with National Airlines, then Pan Am where he flew the Press Charter flights for President Ronald Reagan and even got to meet President Reagan at the White House! After Pan Am he transferred to Delta Airlines which is the company he retired from. Neal's passion was flying and he owned many different private planes over the years and enjoyed flying and working on them. He obtained his A&P Mechanical Certification so he could do annual inspections for private planes.

 

Neal was a member of the VFW and EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association). He was a devout Christian and supported many Christian ministries, a few of which will be listed below.

 

Neal is preceded in death by his father, Ray Waldron, Mother, Merle Waldron, and brother, Don Waldron. He is survived by his loving wife Joanne Waldron of Port Orange, FL, daughter Kathryn Waldron Jacobs of Woodbridge, VA, daughter Carolyn Waldron Ciervo of Frederick, MD, sister, Barbara Reker of Miami, FL, 4 grandchildren, and 1 great-granddaughter.

 

Neal will be buried at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Neal's memory to:

-Samaritan's Purse (samaritanspurse.org)

-First Priority South Florida (firstpriority.cc)

-Missionary Flights International (MFI) (missionaryflights.org)

WA/DL Capt. Vern Cardon

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, WA/DL Capt. Vern Cardon

November 10, 1944 ~ August 8, 2026

 

Vern's life was one of hard work and determination — from farm boy to military pilot to airline captain………………

Vern Ray Cardon joined Western Airlines 05-14-1979 and retired with Delta Air Lines based SLC.  Vern is survived by his wife Mary Lynn “Bunny”, and by his children and their families. 

Having most recently resided in Washington state, I see their address listed in whitepages as

18520 N West Shore Rd, Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026.

Services for Vern will be held August 28-29^th in Spokane….please see obituary below.

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Obituary

Vern Cardon, 81, of Nine Mile Falls, Washington, passed away on August 8, 2026. He was born in Logansport, Indiana, to William Harold Cardon and Geraldine Helen Cardon.

After World War II, Vern's family moved to Hamilton, Montana, eventually settling in Missoula, where he completed elementary and high school. He worked on his father's farm throughout his childhood, using his earnings to help fund his lifelong dream of becoming a pilot. He went on to graduate from the University of Montana in 1968.

It was in Missoula, at the Stop and Go drive-in on Highway 93, where Vern met the love of his life, Mary Lynn, known to everyone as "Bunny." The two married in 1968, beginning a partnership that would carry them across the country and through a lifetime of adventure.

Vern joined the United States Air Force, where he trained as a pilot in Del Rio, Texas — the same year his son, Jason, was born. He was later stationed at Travis Air Force Base flying C-141s, where his daughter, Jaime, was born. Over the course of his military career, Vern served in numerous conflicts, including Vietnam and Desert Storm, flying C-141s and later C-5s. He served ten years of active duty and twelve years in the reserves, retiring from the Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel.

Concurrent with his military reserve service, Vern joined Western Airlines, which later became Delta Air Lines, where he flew 737s for 24 years until his retirement as Captain.

In retirement, Vern and Bunny settled in Nine Mile Falls, Washington, where he pursued what he often called his biggest passion of all: his grandchildren. He would do anything for them, and in his eyes, they could do no wrong. He made it a point to attend every game, dance recital, gymnastics meet, and school event he possibly could, and always made sure his grandkids had everything they could possibly need. He cherished every moment spent with Kate, Andrew, Karley, Taylor, and Joe.

Vern's Catholic faith was a deep and guiding part of his life. He was baptized in 2006, and went on to become active in nearly every corner of parish life. He served as a Eucharistic minister and usher, and was a member of Assumption's Retired Men's Group. He was a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus and went on several pilgrimages as a follower of Christ. His faith was central to who he was.

Vern was preceded in death by his parents, William Harold Cardon and Geraldine Helen Cardon.

Vern is survived by his wife, Bunny; his son, Jason, and daughter-in-law, Kari; his daughter, Jaime, and son-in-law, Billy; his grandchildren, Kate, Andrew, Karley, Taylor, and Joe; and his brother, Bill, and sister-in-law, Betty Jane, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Vern's life was one of hard work and determination — from farm boy to military pilot to airline captain — but it was always his family that mattered most. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A Rosary will be held Friday, August 28th at 6:00 PM, followed by a Funeral Mass on Saturday, August 29th at 11:00 AM, both at Assumption Parish, Spokane, WA. A reception will follow at Assumption Parish, with interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to "Assumption Parish Capital Campaign" or charity of choice

 

 

 

RC/NWA Capt. David Fargo Miller

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, RC/NWA Capt. David Miller

May 6, 1941 ~ August 17, 2026

 

After his time with Altair, David “Dave” Fargo Miller then joined Republic 05-19-1983 and retired with Northwest Airlines in 2003.  Dave is survived by his wife Cindy, and by his sons and their families.

PCN memorial site

 

Dear Friends,

The Miller Family invite you to join them for the viewing and service to honor our husband and father Dave Miller starting at 11am and 1pm respectively on August 25th, 2026.  The viewing and service will be held at St Tim’s Lutheran Church, 535 Lamp Post Lane, Aston, PA 19014.

At the conclusion of the service there will be a luncheon at the Rose Tree Fire Company, 1275 N. Providence Road, Media

Please use the link below to St Tim’s to view Dave’s obituary.

https://sites.google.com/sttimsaston.com/elca

Sincerely,

The Miller Family

 

Obituary of David Fargo Miller  (1941 – 2026)

(posted at the request of the family)

The skies were saddened and gray on August 17th, 2026, with the passing of David ‘Dave’ Fargo Miller. Born on May 6th, 1941, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Eleanor and Harrison Miller. Dave rounded out the family to his older sisters Julie and Pat.

Dave received his early education through the Lower Merion schools, graduating in 1959. He subsequently enlisted in the United States Air Force, trained as Munitions Specialist, and served overseas at Bitburg AFB and Wheelus AFB. Honorably discharged from the Air Force Reserves in 1964, he rotated to civilian life. He worked various civilian jobs, but nothing challenged his restless mind. Setting off for Reno Air Races in 1964, watching the high-powered racing aircraft lit his passion that served him personally and professionally for the rest of his life. Dave learned to fly, soloed, achieving instrument and multi-engine ratings. Continuing to challenge himself he completed his studies at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Institute for commercial instrument and flight instructor ratings. After earning his instructor ratings, he was able to teach his passion.

Valentine’s Day 1969, his first day at Altair Airlines, was the perfect airline for Dave. Because just a few short years later, he met his one and only love. In Williamsport Airport he met Cynthia Ann McKee. Cindy was a ticket agent and loved watching him come and hated to see him go. Dave added as many trips to Williamsport as his schedule would allow to see Cindy again. Cindy and Dave were happily married on August 18th, 1973.

Thirty thousand hours of flight professionally at Altair, Republic and Northwest Airlines including personal flight in his own airplane. Professionally, Dave flew DC-9’s, 727’s, 757’s and DC-10’s. He was promoted to Captain at Altair and Northwest, both times flying his favorite jet, the DC-9. Dave retired from Northwest in May of 2003, as Flight Engineer, getting a couple more years of flight. He owned two airplanes; a Cessna 170B and a Beech Bonanza. After retiring from Northwest there wasn’t anywhere Dave and Cindy wouldn’t go in the Bonanza.

After the flights were complete, downtime for Dave was family time. There were trips to the Shore, trips to Cindy’s home and as his sons grew up, trips to go skiing. When his sons got older, the trips got bigger with the inclusion of family friends. And when Dave was blessed with granddaughters there were trips to the cabin and Lake Lure.

Where Dave made his greatest impact to those around him was his ability to fix anything. If something broke in the house or a neighbor’s house, Dave was there. Anyone was welcome to his shop, and he would teach them anything they wanted to know. Once again, teaching his passion. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, engines and one airplane have arrived at the doorstep of Dave and Cindy’s home in U-Hauls, on trailers, in crates and boxes. Where everyone saw junk, Dave saw treasure that just needed awakening. Used, wrecked, in pieces it didn’t matter. Father and sons, together in the shop, fixing and returning to running better than it left the assembly line. He honed his abilities and won awards. From the Antique Automobile Club of America he won National Awards for his restoration of his 1946 Harley Davidson and a friend’s 1932 Chevrolet.

In all of this, he also found time to join the Rose Tree Fire Company No. 1 in 2012. He served as Engineer, Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator and Chief Engineer. He was awarded top ten for fire calls and training in many of those years of service at Rose Tree Fire Company.

Dave was a member of Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), American Bonanza Society, Historical Car Club of Pennsylvania, Antique Automobile Club of America, and a founding member of the American Air Museum in Britain. He was also a devoted member of St. Timothy's Lutheran Church for over 40 years, where, among other roles, he served as a reader, greeter, and usher.

Dave is survived by his wife of fifty-three years, Cindy: two sons: Matthew (Carolyn) of Greenville, South Carolina, and James of Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. He leaves behind his beloved granddaughters: Annabelle and Sloane. Dave also leaves behind his dachshund Lilli. Dave was predeceased by his beloved parents and sister, Julie.

A memorial service will be held on August 25th, 2026 at St Timothy’s Lutheran Church at 1:00pm, with a viewing beforehand from 11a-1p. A private interment ceremony will be held the following day. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully asks that memorial contributions in Dave's name be made to St. Timothy's or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

 

St. Timothy's Lutheran Church               Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research           

535 Lamp Post Lane                                            Grand Central Station, PO BOX 4777

Aston, PA 19014                                                  New York, NY 10163-4777

Located at:

535 Lamp Post Lane, Aston, PA 19014

 

 

 

NWA Geri Bedrossian, wife of NWA Capt. Harry Bedrossian

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Geraldine “Geri” Bedrossian

..former NWA F/A and wife of NWA Capt. Harry Bedrossian

August 22, 1932 ~ August 6, 2026

 

After 65 years together, Harry says simply, "I will miss her every day."
At Geri's request, there will be a private burial at Tahoma National Cemetery.

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Geraldine Bedrossian Obituary

Obituary published by Haven of Rest Funeral Home, Cemetery, Crematory - Gig Harbor

With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Geri, who passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026, after suffering a stroke.

Geri was a devoted wife to her husband, Harry, and a loving mother to their three children, Mary, Anne, and Harry Ill. She was the proud grandmother of Jack, Kate, Alexandria, Taylor, Donovan 11, and Jaclynne, and greatgrandmother to Liam. Her family was the greatest joy of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with them.

Geri was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Joseph Wierske and Marie

Schmidt. She grew up in Milwaukee, attended St. Josaphat Catholic School and Bay View High School, and went on to attend the University of Wisconsin, where she majored in child development.

After college, Geri became a Stewardess (flight attendant) for Northwest Airlines, a job she thoroughly enjoyed for three years. In those days, the rules for stewardesses required them to remain single and retire from flying at age 32. She was recognized by LIFE magazine in 1958 as being one of the most glamorous stewardesses of that time. But Geri's plans changed when, on August 25, 1961, she and Harry eloped in San Francisco, California. Because of Northwest Airlines' regulations, Geri had to resign from the airline. Her final flight, however, was one she would never forget. Before her last flight to Fort Lauderdale, the Captain asked her, "How can we make your last flight

memorable?" The flight ended up crashing upon landing. Fortunately, Geri was safe, and afterward she jokingly told the Captain, "You didn't have to go to that extreme to make my last flight that memorable." That story, and Geri's wonderful sense of humor, remained a favorite family memory.

Not long after Geri left Northwest Airlines, Harry was transferred from Seattle to Minneapolis, Minnesota. Shortly after the birth of their first child, Mary, they returned to Seattle, where they built their family home on Mercer Island.

There, their family grew with the arrival of Anne and Harry Ill. Once her children were in school, Geri devoted her time to helping others.

She volunteered at Lakeridge Elementary School as a teacher's aide, working with children who had reading disabilities. She also loved traveling with her family, enjoying both domestic and international vacations made possible by the benefits of Harry's airline employment.

After 26 wonderful years on Mercer Island, filled with family, friends, and countless activities on Lake Washington, their children had graduated from college and begun their careers. In 1992, Geri and Harry moved to Gig Harbor and built a home in Canterwood, a golf community where they began a new chapter of their lives together.

In their 60s, Geri and Harry took up golf, and Geri quickly embraced the game and the friendships that came with it. She became an active member of the community and participated in numerous activities, including chairing a committee for the local Gig Harbor charity F.I.S.H.

Geri was a kind, loving, and caring woman who adored her family. She was happiest surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson, and her love and warmth touched everyone who knew her.

After 65 years together, Harry says simply, "I will miss her every day."

At Geri's request, there will be a private burial at Tahoma National Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Anthony's Hospital and to the nurses and staff at Cottesmore for the loving care they provided to Geri.

Geri will be deeply missed, lovingly remembered, and forever cherished by her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

DL Capt. Kenneth “Ken" Williams

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Kenneth “Ken" Williams

October 10, 1936 ~ August 16, 2026

 

Delta Golden Wings member retired Captain Kenneth Dean "Ken" Williams Sr. joined Delta Air Lines 10-03-1966 and retired with Delta based Atlanta.  Ken had most recently resided in South Carolina : 3123 Coleman Ct, Rock Hill, SC 29732.

Ken is survived by his wife Catherine “Cathy”, and by his children and stepchildren and their families.

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Kenneth Williams Obituary

Greene Funeral Home - Northwest Chapel

 

Kenneth Dean "Ken" Williams, Sr., 89, of Rock Hill, South Carolina, passed away on August 16, 2026, under the care of hospice and surrounded by the family he loved beyond measure.

A memorial service will be held for Kenneth Williams on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 1:00pm at the Park Pointe Village Community Building, 3025 Chesbrough Blvd., Rock Hill, SC 29732.

Born October 10, 1936, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to Harvey Hugh and Mattie Mae Lucille Jones Williams, Ken grew up with his younger brother, Harvey LeBron Williams, learning early the values that would guide his life: work hard, take responsibility, care for others and make the most of every opportunity. He graduated from Central High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Chattanooga, where he participated in ROTC.

Ken served in the United States Army from 1960 to 1966, attaining the rank of Captain. During the Vietnam War, he flew a UH-1B Huey gunship on combat missions and later served as a VIP pilot for General William Westmoreland. He earned the Vietnam Service Medal and National Defense Service Medal. His military service also included time in Korea.

In 1966, Ken joined Delta Air Lines, beginning a 30-year career as a commercial pilot and ultimately retiring as a Delta captain. His care for others extended beyond the cockpit. Among his recognitions was a Delta Customer Service Citation for personally assisting a passenger whose son was in a coma.

Ken remained grateful throughout his life for his first wife, Helen, and the years they shared raising their four children, Ken, Trent, Lisa and Debbie. Her support helped him through flight school and the early years of building his career. Although their marriage ended in 1983, Ken continued to respect and include Helen as the mother of his children until her death in 2024.

For the final 40 years of his life, Ken shared his life with his beloved wife, Catherine Lucinda "Cathy" Williams. Together they created a life rich with family, friendship and adventure. They traveled extensively, cruised, explored the country by RV and made lasting friends wherever they went. Yet some of their happiest moments were simply having everyone together, including one treasured Christmas at their home in Springfield, Tennessee, when their children, grandchildren and siblings all gathered under one roof.

Ken was immensely proud of his daughters, Lisa and Debbie. Lisa held a particularly tender place in his heart, and his love for her deepened his commitment to supporting people with intellectual disabilities. Her quick wit also made him laugh like few others could. His relationship with Debbie carried the special bond of a father and daughter, each strong-minded in their own way. He watched with pride as she built a life uniquely her own, celebrating her family, education, service and leadership. With both daughters, his love was steady, unmistakable and abundant.

When he married Cathy, his family and his love also grew to include her children, Wesley, Karen and Jeffrey, and their families. Together, their blended family shared decades of holidays, travel, celebrations and family life.

His grandchildren were among his greatest joys. Ken showed up for sporting events, graduations and the moments that mattered. One favorite adventure was a three-generation fishing trip to Alaska with his brother, sons-in-law, stepsons and grandsons.

Ken loved fishing, sports, travel, time with friends and a good meal. He was always willing to investigate the next best ice cream place, although Blue Bell Homemade Vanilla remained hard to beat. A lifelong DIY problem-solver, he could build or repair almost anything and saw little reason to pay someone for something he could figure out himself. He was frugal with himself but remarkably generous with others.

Ken worked harder than almost anyone who knew him. He set goals and pursued them with determination, grit and an occasional dose of stubbornness. When he said, "It's the principle of the matter," those who loved him generally knew where the conversation was headed.

For 30 years, Ken was a Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow. He also spent 15 years supporting children with intellectual disabilities through Junior Forum in Pasadena, Texas. Rotary's motto, "Service Above Self," described Ken well. He gave generously and humbly, thought of others before himself and believed that when someone needed help, you showed up.

That remained true until the end. As his health declined, Ken's concern was still for the people he loved. He wanted his family near and found comfort in hearing their voices and laughter around him.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Harvey LeBron Williams; his sons, Kenneth Williams, Jr. and Trent Williams; and Helen, the mother of his children.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Catherine Lucinda "Cathy" Williams; his daughters, Lisa Williams and Debra Corbett and her husband, Bailey; and grandsons Bailey Dean Corbett, Kendon Corbett and Chase Corbett. He is also survived by Cathy's children, Wesley Hand, Jr. and his wife, Kimberly; Karen Sedatole and her wife, Stacie; and Jeffrey Hand and his wife, Stephanie; grandchildren Savoy McKibben and her husband, Tim, Wesley Hand, Emma Hand, Matthew Sedatole and his wife, Claire, and Julia Rockwell and her husband, Jeff; and great-grandchildren Zoe McKibben and Louis Rockwell.

Ken's life was filled with airplanes flown, places traveled and goals accomplished, but his greatest legacy will always be found in the people he loved and the way he lived.

Work hard. Be responsible. Be kind. Be generous. Seize the opportunity. Laugh often. Take care of your people. And whenever possible, put service above self.

Ken did.

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