RW/RC/NWA Capt. Jeffrey Arthur "Jeff" Bennett

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, RW/RC/NWA Capt. Jeffrey Arthur "Jeff" Bennett

January 24, 1948 ~ July 7, 2026

 

Following his military service, Jeff went on to fly for Hughes Airwest, Saudia, Republic Airlines, and Northwest Airlines, and at the latter spent the majority of his career before retiring in 2009……...

Jeff is survived by his wife Holly, and by his sons and their families.

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Jeffrey Arthur "Jeff" Bennett Obituary

Jeffrey Arthur "Jeff" Bennett, 78, passed away at his home in Bloomington, Minnesota, on July 7, 2026.

 

Jeff split his time between his home in Bloomington and the family ranch in Hermosa, South Dakota, where he found joy in the beauty of the Black Hills and in time with his family, friends, and animals. Though his life took him around the world, his greatest joy was being Holly's husband and Brett and Chase's father.

 

Born on January 24, 1948 in Pasadena, California, Jeff was the son of Deane Bennett and Pattiejane (Sutliff) Bennett. During his childhood, his family lived near forestry lands in the Sierra Nevada while his father worked as a forester for the state of California. Those early years instilled in him a lifelong love of adventure, the outdoors, and hard work.

 

Jeff graduated from high school in Sacramento, California and earned his degree from Stanford University. He proudly served his country in the California Air National Guard, first as an aircraft mechanic and subsequently completing flight training with a focus on military transport. A highly accomplished military pilot, he specialized in flying the C-130 Hercules before embarking on a distinguished commercial aviation career. He went on to fly for Hughes Airwest, Saudia, Republic Airlines, and Northwest Airlines, and at the latter spent the majority of his career before retiring in 2009. During his aviation career, Jeff operated a wide variety of aircraft, including the Convair 580, Boeing 727, McDonnell Douglas DC-10, and Airbus A320, earning the respect of colleagues for his professionalism and skill.

 

Adventure defined Jeff's life. As a young man, he served as a ski patrolman in the Swiss Alps. Sailing was another lifelong passion. Jeff raced sailboats growing up and later worked as a sailmaker in Newport Beach, California. An accomplished sailor, he could confidently handle virtually any vessel and cherished time aboard his beloved CSY 44 sailboat. He was a longtime member of the South Shore Yacht Club, and many of his happiest memories were made on the water.

 

Whether at the family ranch in Hermosa or in his workshop, Jeff loved working with his hands. He enjoyed woodworking, carpentry, engine repair, tractor maintenance, and caring for the ranch and its animals. He could seemingly fix anything and was an exceptional mechanic. Jeff loved to travel and embraced every opportunity to explore new places and their culture and history. Friends and family affectionately described him as a walking encyclopedia. He had a lifelong passion for history and archaeology, was endlessly curious about the world, and loved sharing what he learned. He found great joy in passing his knowledge and experiences on to others and was a natural teacher and mentor.

 

Those who knew Jeff will remember his striking blue eyes, generous heart, playful sense of humor, and willingness to help someone in need. He truly would give the shirt off of his back to anyone that needed it. He loved music, especially Yacht Rock, which was the perfect soundtrack for a day on the water. Above all, he cherished time with his wife and sons traveling, sailing, skiing, renovating cars and antiques, or enjoying each other’s company.

 

One of Jeff's greatest joys was sharing his passions with his sons. He instilled in them a lifelong love of scouting, sailing, skiing, aviation, and the outdoors, from beaches and deserts to forests, lakes, and open spaces. He created family traditions that they will carry with them always.

 

Jeff is survived by his devoted wife, Holly Surring Bennett; his sons, Brett Weston Bennett of Boulder, Colorado, and Chase Alexander Bennett of Charleston, South Carolina; his brother, Tim Bennett of Anchorage, Alaska; his sister, Sherrin Bennett of San Francisco, California; and beloved extended family members and dear friends around the globe.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Deane Bennett and Pattiejane (Sutliff) Bennett.

 

Jeff will be remembered as a devoted husband and father, an exceptional aviator, an adventurer, a craftsman, a mentor, and a lifelong learner. Whether in the cockpit, at the helm, or behind the wheel, Jeff embraced life with curiosity, generosity, integrity, and gratitude. His legacy lives on in the passions he inspired, the wisdom he shared, and the love he gave so freely. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

 

Fair winds and following seas.

 

NWA Capt. David M. Williams

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, NWA Capt. David M. Williams

June 26, 1939 ~ July 4, 2026

 

He served honorably in the US Navy as a Commander during the Vietnam War. David then had a career as an airline pilot………….

RNPA member retired Northwest Airlines pilot Captain David M. Williams joined Northwest Airlines 06-16-1969. 

A Graveside Service will be held at 1:00 PM on July 21, 2026 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

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David M. Williams

David M. Williams, age 87, of West Chester, PA, passed away on July 4, 2026.

Born in Pulaski, TN in 1939, he was the son of the late Joseph and Thelma (nee Hill) Williams. Flying was David's passion. He served honorably in the US Navy as a Commander during the Vietnam War. David then had a career as an airline pilot with Northwest Airlines and was a member of the Willow Grove Flying Club. He enjoyed outdoor activities, especially fishing. David could fix anything and was always willing to help everyone. He was a true gentleman who loved his family.

David was the beloved husband of Connie (nee Ruggerio) Williams, with whom he shared 55 years of marriage; loving father of David Williams, Jr. (Stephanie), Michael Williams (Debbie), and Jeff Williams (Marguerite); caring grandfather of Jessica, Archer, and Mitchell, and great-grandfather of Persephone, Alasdair, and Io; dear brother of Judy Schick; also survived by many nieces and nephews and his dogs, Rosie and Hank.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Graveside Service 1:00 PM Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, www.nmcrs.org, Attn: Development Department, 875 N Randolph St, Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203, would be appreciated.

NWA/DL Capt. Weldon Raymond Clayton

 

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NWA/DL Capt. Weldon Raymond Clayton

October 17, 1953 ~ July 2, 2026

 

He began his professional aviation career by flying for commuter airlines for 10 years, first for Scheduled Skyways and then for Northwest Airlink.  In 1995, Weldon joined Northwest Airlines (08-25-1995), making the move to a major international carrier. He continued his career through Northwest’s merger with Delta Air Lines and retired in March 2016……………

Captain Clayton is survived by his wife Donna, and by his children and their families. 

For those who may wish to send a personal note, the family address is listed in whitepages as

2696 Barrett Dr, Southaven, MS 38672.

 

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Obituary for Weldon Clayton

Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch

Weldon Raymond Clayton passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on July 2, 2026, after living valiantly with Parkinson’s disease for the past decade.

Weldon was born on October 17, 1953, to Weldon Fernando Clayton and Gertrude Holland Clayton in Malvern, Arkansas. Later moves took him to New Matamoras, Ohio, and New Johnsonville, Tennessee, before he settled in Memphis, Tennessee, and later moved to Southaven, Mississippi.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 42 years, Donna Wilson Clayton; his children, David Logan (Melanie), Kelly Slovik (Wally), and Natalie Clayton-Fancher (Morgan); his grandchildren, Conner Logan, Cole Logan, and Clayton Fancher; his sister, Linda Delong; his brother, Michael Clayton (Dianne); seven beloved nieces and five nephews; and many extended family members, dear friends, and pets.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Weldon Fernando Clayton and Gertrude Holland Clayton, and his parents-in-law, Glen Keith Wilson, Sr. and Wanda Glasco Wilson.

He graduated from Waverly Central High School in 1971 and attended Memphis State University. In 1989, he graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics.

Flying was a major part of his life, with his dream beginning in childhood with a 50-cent plane ride at a local fair. He began flying lessons in his early teenage years. In his words, “I used money from my grocery job to pay for my lessons. Mom and Dad didn’t object; they let me pursue my dream.” He earned his pilot’s license as a teenager before he even obtained his driver’s license.

He started flying for fun, then moved on to instructing private pilot students and even teaching aerobatic stunt flying. Among his students was Donna Wilson Logan, who would soon become his wife of 42 years. As the story goes, he never did charge Donna a cent for her instruction time. He learned to fly helicopters in 1984 and later served as a volunteer helicopter pilot for the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department from 2008 to 2012. Weldon truly enjoyed the exciting flights he made while assisting with search-and-rescue operations. He never lost his love of or excitement for aviation throughout the years.

He began his professional aviation career by flying for commuter airlines for 10 years, first for Scheduled Skyways and then for Northwest Airlink.

In 1995, Weldon joined Northwest Airlines, making the move to a major international carrier. He continued his career through Northwest’s merger with Delta Air Lines and retired in March 2016.

His flights took him all around the world, and he regularly flew to major cities in Europe and Asia, as well as throughout North, Central, and South America. He loved photographing the amazing places he visited through his work and sharing those photographs with his family and friends. He was proud to have landed a jet or private airplane in every state in the United States except Vermont. He even landed amphibious planes on the Mississippi River. He continued to fly and own private airplanes for as long as his health allowed, taking his family on many exciting trips around the country.

Those who knew Weldon knew the vast range of his knowledge. He possessed an exceptional mind and a lifelong hunger to understand how things worked. His intelligence was evident not only in the complexity of the aircraft he flew, but also in the remarkable range of subjects that captured his interest. From aviation, electronics, ham radio (N5YW), machinery, emerging technology, reading, and gardening to watercolor painting, he remained endlessly curious. He was rarely content simply to know that something worked; he wanted to understand how and why. He was an excellent teacher and mentor who loved sharing his knowledge and interests not only with his children and grandchildren, but also with many of his nieces, nephews, and aspiring young pilots.

Above all, Weldon deeply cherished his family. He was a gentle, witty, loyal, encouraging, and attentive spouse, father, and grandfather. He adored his son and daughters and was immensely proud of each of them, never missing an opportunity to brag about their accomplishments. He believed wholeheartedly in their abilities and instilled in them the belief that, with education, determination, and hard work, they could accomplish anything they set their minds to. He encouraged and supported each of his children to continuously pursue knowledge, to think for themselves, and to become the very best versions of themselves. His expectations were always high because his belief in them was even higher.

That same pride and devotion extended to his three grandsons, who knew him as Pawpaw. He delighted in their interests and accomplishments and was always eager to share with others what they were learning and doing. He took enormous pride in the people his children and grandchildren were becoming.

Of all he accomplished in his remarkable life, his family remained his greatest source of pride. He will be dearly missed, and his absence will be immeasurably felt by those who loved him. After a lifetime spent traveling the world, Weldon often said that no place in it ever meant as much to him as home with his family.

Friends are invited to a visitation with the family at Broadway Baptist Church on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. Dr. Brady Hanssen will officiate.

In lieu of traditional flowers, memorials may be made to the Midsouth Parkinson Disease Foundation and Support Group at www.midsouthpdsupport.com. or a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.colemanfuneralhomeob.com

DL Capt. Robert Severy Berg

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Robert Severy Berg

March 5, 1933 ~ July 4, 2026

 

Following his military service, Robert Severy Berg joined Delta Air Lines 07-25-1960 and was based Dallas, then PDX prior to retiring. Robert is survived by his wife Vorawan, and by his children and their families.

Visitation will be held at Mulkey-Bowles-Montgomery Funeral Home in Denton, Texas on Saturday, July 11, at 10:00 A.M.

 

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Obituary

Robert Berg, a longtime resident of Denton, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 4, 2026.

 

Born on March 5, 1933, to William Berg and Virginia Park, Robert grew up in Concord, California. Shortly after graduating from Mt. Diablo High School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he proudly served his country as a fighter pilot until being hired by Delta Air Lines in 1960.

 

Robert’s globetrotting flying career spanned over three decades, ending in 1993. Upon reaching retirement, his focus shifted to owning and operating the Locust St. Grill on the Denton square. In his free time, Robert enjoyed traveling, skiing, farming, and practicing gemology, a passion he cultivated through his studies at the Gemological Institute of America.

 

Robert is survived by Vorawan, his loving wife of 33 years, and their children Robert Jr. and Patrick. He is also survived by his children Alan, Erik, and Suzanne.

 

The visitation will be held at Mulkey-Bowles-Montgomery Funeral Home in Denton on Saturday, July 11, at 10:00 A.M. Flowers may be sent to 705 N. Locust St.

NWA/DL Capt. Kim Edward Erickson

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF, EAL/NWA/DL Capt. Kim Edward Erickson

February 5, 1955 ~ July 3, 2026

 

Kim proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, flying B-52 and KC-10 aircraft. After his military service, his aviation career continued with Eastern, Northwest (joined NWA 01-06-1989),  and finally Delta Air Lines (ret. 2020) where he piloted the DC-9, DC-10, A300, and A330 ……………….

Kim is survived by his wife Lizabeth "Libbe" Erickson of North Oaks MN, and by his children and their families. 

 

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Kim Edward Erickson

Kim Edward Erickson, 71, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at St. Therese Hospice at St. Odilia's after a long and courageous journey with Parkinson's disease.

Kim was born on February 5, 1955, in Winton, Minnesota, and was raised in Ely, MN where his lifelong love of the outdoors began. He graduated from the University of Minnesota, Duluth in 1977 with a degree in biology and completed Air Force ROTC before beginning a distinguished career in aviation and military service.

Kim proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, flying B-52 and KC-10 aircraft. After his military service, his aviation career continued with Eastern, Northwest, and finally Delta Air Lines, where he piloted the DC-9, DC-10, A300, and A330 during a career spanning decades.

Aviation was his vocation, but family was always at the center of Kim's life. He was deeply devoted to his wife, Libbe, and found his greatest joy in spending time with his children and grandchildren. He loved being at the cabin-fishing from the dock, taking snowmobile and UTV rides, and enjoying evening boat cruises. He enthusiastically supported every horse show, dog event, hobby farm project, and hockey game that filled family life with activity and laughter.
The outdoors were where Kim felt most at home. He rarely missed a deer hunting opener and loved hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling, riding ATVs, and motorcycles. Fiercely independent, he could fix, build, or repair almost anything and never gave up until he understood how something worked. He was known for putting together an excellent walleye fish fry and was a proud supporter of Ducks Unlimited(DU). He also had a knack for winning-or buying-truckloads of items at DU events, much to the amusement of family and friends.
Even as Parkinson's gradually changed so many aspects of his life, Kim remained determined, engaged, and deeply committed to helping others facing the disease. He became a passionate advocate for Parkinson's research through The Parkinson's Foundation, speaking publicly at numerous events and participating in multiple research studies in the hope of helping future families.

Kim is survived by his beloved wife of 33 years, Lizabeth "Libbe" Erickson of North Oaks, MN; his son, Christopher Erickson (Christine), and their children, Harper, Madeline, and Marin of Whitefish Bay, WI; his daughter, Jessica Cattoor (Benjamin), and their children, Ellie, Evalynn, and Mabel of North Oaks, MN; his mother, Jean Erickson of Ely, MN; his sister, Dawn Minch (Cris) of Susanville, California; and his brother, Lance Erickson (Tammi) of Jupiter, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Erickson, and his brother, David Scott Erickson.
The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Martha Nance and the staff of Struthers Parkinson's Center for sixteen years of extraordinary, steadfast care and support. Deep thanks also go to the teams at Lakeview Hospital, Lakeview Hospice, and St. Therese Hospice at St. Odilia's, as well as Kim's many dedicated caregivers for the compassion, kindness, and exceptional care they provided throughout his journey.

Through every stage of life, Kim's greatest legacy was the love he gave his family. In his final days, one of his constant companions remained his beloved miniature poodle, Chase, faithfully by his side until the end.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2026, at North Oaks Golf Club, 54 East Oaks Road, North Oaks, Minnesota, with a luncheon to follow. A private interment with military honors will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Struthers Parkinson's Center in Golden Valley, MN, and Ducks Unlimited St. Croix Chapter.

He lived with courage, served with honor, and leaves behind a legacy of love that will guide his family for generations to come.