NEA/DL Capt. David Dutton

 

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NEA/DL Capt. David Dutton

December 23, 1941 ~ May 19, 2026

 

Captain David A. Dutton first joined Northeast Airlines 03-31-1967 and retired with Delta Air lines based Boston.  He is survived by his wife Marilyn, and by his children and stepchildren and their families.  The Dutton’s residence is in Merrimac, Massachusetts.  A visitation time will be held May 22 at the Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home in Merrimac…..please see obituary below.

 

PCN memorial site

 

https://www.paulcrogers.com/obituaries/david-dutton

David A. Dutton, of Merrimac, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026, at the age of 84.

David was born on December 23, 1941, in Randolph, Vermont, to Howard F. Dutton and Beverly L. Dutton. He grew up in Haverhill, Massachusetts, at the family home where his lifelong passion for aviation first took flight. Under the guidance of his father, Howard, who operated Dutton Flying Service, David learned to fly and quickly discovered what would become the great love and purpose of his life. At just 16 years old, he soloed for the first time, beginning a journey in aviation that would span decades. David not only loved flying but also enjoyed the thrill and challenge of aerobatics, embracing the excitement and freedom he found in the skies.

 

David graduated from Haverhill High School and turned his passion for flying into a career. At the age of 22, he began working for commercial airlines, flying for Northeast Airlines before continuing his career with Delta Air Lines. Through years of dedication and experience, he became a respected Captain and retired from Delta in 1996 after an accomplished career in aviation.

 

While aviation was woven into the fabric of David’s life, his interests and talents extended far beyond the skies. He enjoyed bowling, motorcycles, softball, basketball, reading, cooking, and walking. Before his airline career, David also shared his love of cooking as Head Chef at Faulkner Hospital. He enjoyed traveling with the Retreads and especially treasured the time spent visiting his children and grandchildren. He was also a proud member of the Lions Club.

 

David is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Marilyn F. (Slye) Dutton; his daughter, Deborah A. Dutton; his son, Derek J. Dutton and his wife, Linda Geiger; his stepsons, Shawn J. Patten and Joel A. Patten; his 12 grandchildren; his 2 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.

 

He was predeceased by his parents, Howard F. and Beverly L. Dutton; his sister, Diane D. Wilson; and his brother, Donald H. Dutton.

 

David will be remembered for his love of family, his adventurous spirit, his warmth, and the passion that carried him both on the ground and in the skies. The miles he traveled and the lives he touched leave a legacy that will continue through all who knew and loved him.

 

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 from 5 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 36 West Main Street, Merrimac, MA 01860. Funeral Service and burial will be private for the family.

 

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in memory of David A. Dutton to LBDA, Lewy Body Dementia Association.

DL Capt. Gerard McPartlan

 

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USAF veteran, DL Capt. Gerard McPartlan

April 10, 1959  -  April 23, 2026

 

Gerard Patrick McPartlan joined Delta Air Lines 03-01-1990 and was Atlanta based.  He is survived by his wife Beth, and by his children and their families.

Services for Captain McPartlan will be held May 9^th at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marietta. 

The Mayes Ward Dobbins funeral home of Marietta has been assisting the family. https://www.mayeswarddobbins.com/

PCN memorial site

 

https://www.mayeswarddobbins.com/obituaries/Gerard-Patrick-Mcpartlan?obId=48223101

Obituary

Gerard Patrick McPartlan went home to be with our Lord on Thursday, April 23, 2026, surrounded in love by his adoring family. He had recently celebrated his 67th birthday with family and friends.

 

Gerard was a lover – he was an incredible husband, father, son, grandfather, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend. He had a great sense of humor, never met a stranger, and was warm and generous to all. When asked how he was doing, he would often respond “better than I deserve”. He had unwavering faith in God and was a good and faithful servant.

 

Gerard was a fighter – he graduated from the Air Force Academy in 1981 and spent 9 years active duty before trading in the F-111s for commercial planes as a Delta pilot. He ran a half Ironman at age 55 and hiked 400 miles of the Way of St. James Camino pilgrimage in Spain at age 65. He fought cancer for 22 years and no longer has to fight.

 

Gerard is reunited in heaven with his parents, Patrick and Eileen McPartlan. He is survived by his wife and best friend of over 40 years, Beth McPartlan, his sister, Deirdre Finnegan, his children, Sarah and David Brinkmann, Sean and Hannah McPartlan, and Mary and Chris Ford, his grandchildren, Abigail and Luke Brinkmann, and extended family and friends.

 

He had a positive impact on so many lives in his 67 years and lives on in our hearts forever.

 

The memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 10am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marietta.

 

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Vincent de Paul or Food for the Poor.

 

“It’s nice to be nice”

NWA Capt. Lowell Keith Williams

 

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Military veteran, NWA Capt. Lowell Keith Williams

November 11, 1938 ~ May 17, 2026

 

Captain Williams joined Northwest Airlines 07-10-1967.  Lowell had most recently resided in Minnesota : 891 Redwood Dr, Saint Paul, MN 55124.  He is survived by his wife Kathlen “Kathy”, and by his children and their families.  Funeral Services for Lowell will be held June 19 at the White Funeral Home in Apple Valley MN.

 

PCN memorial site

 

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/lowell-williams-obituary?id=61506686

Lowell Williams Obituary

White Funeral Home - Apple Valley

https://www.whitefuneralhomes.com/obituary/lowell-williams

Our loved Lowell, age 87, of Apple Valley passed away morning of May 17, 2026 at The Moments, Lakeville. Preceded in death by parents, LeRoy and Mary Williams; sisters, Karen, Carol and Sally; children, Kristen and Timothy Williams.

 

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran. Lowell Retired in 1998 from Northwest Airlines as a DC10 Captain. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend; his spirit lives on in the hearts of those who knew him.

 

Lowell is survived by wife of 63 years, Kathleen Diane; son, Brian (Lois) Williams and daughter, Erin Kickhofel; grandsons, Nathan (Ellie) Williams, Joshua (Madison) Williams and Lucas Kickhofel; granddaughter, Sophia Kickhofel; great grandson, Brooks Williams; many other relatives, as well as friends.

 

Funeral Service Friday, June 19th at 2pm at White Funeral Home 14560 Pennock Ave, Apple Valley. Visitation before service 1-2pm.

WA/DL Capt. Lothar Biermanski

 

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Military veteran, WA/DL Capt. Lothar Biermanski

April 2, 1940 ~ May 3, 2026

From family we have learned of the passing of retired Western/Delta pilot Captain Lothar Biermanski.  Lothar Peter Biermanski began his commercial flying career with Western Airlines 09-03-1968 and retired with Delta Air Lines based SLC.  He is survived by his wife Karen, and by his children and their families along with many dear friends and aviation colleagues.

Bowman Funeral Home of Boise, Idaho is assisting the family.

Should we receive further information, we will be sure to pass it along.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

NWA/DL Capt. Bradley Root

 

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USAF veteran, NWA/DL Capt. Bradley Root

April 29, 1956 ~ May 7, 2026

 

Captain Bradley “Brad” Vohn Root, aviator, husband and man in command, passed peacefully……………. Captain Root joined Northwest Airlines 12-08-1989 and retired with Delta Air Lines in 2021. Bradley is survived by his wife Cathy and had most recently resided in Sarasota, Florida.

Services for Captain Root will be held at the Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota.

PCN memorial site  

 

https://www.heraldtribune.com/obituaries/psar1478111

Bradley V. Root, aviator, husband and man in command, passed peacefully on May 7, 2026, at 70 years old. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Mary Ellen Harrison Root and Clayton V. Root.

From early in life, Brad knew what he wanted. He became an Eagle Scout in high school. While in college, he earned his private pilot’s license, beginning his lifelong passion for aviation. After graduating from the University of Wisconsin as a finance major, he joined the United States Air Force. Excitedly driving off to Officer’s Training School, he forgot to say goodbye to his mother. Brad received his Officer’s Commission and was based at Travis Air Force Base, initially as a Budget Officer and then as a Pilot. He flew the C-141 out of Travis. He later flew the C-23 out of Zweibrücken, Germany. From Zweibrücken, Brad flew many missions, including those in the First Gulf War - Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield. During the course of his nine years of active duty and 11 years of reserve duty, Brad flew missions all over the world, including to Antarctica. He received numerous Awards and Commendations of Valor.

Upon discharge from active duty, Major Bradley V. Root was hired by Northwest Airlines, which later merged with Delta Air Lines. He retired in 2021. Brad loved flying long haul, international flights, with his favorites being Amsterdam, Rome and Mumbai. When not working and after retirement, he enjoyed flying his several small planes.

Brad was a man of little patience, deep kindness and great humor. He loved his family and was interested in his family histories dating back to the Antebellum South and Alsace, France. Having proudly served his country, he was deeply grateful for the experiences and opportunities he had during those years. Brad made and maintained treasured friendships throughout his life. Brad always said that his most valued points in life were, in no specified order: receiving his Commission as an Officer to the USAF, getting his job as a pilot at Northwest Airlines and marrying Cathy, the love of his life.

Brad will be forever loved, remembered and missed. He will receive a military funeral at Sarasota National Cemetery. Those wishing to pay their respects, please raise your glass and toast our dearly loved one, always.