DL Capt. Norman Edwin Ross

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL Capt. Norman Edwin Ross

August 16, 1951 ~ September 27, 2020

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Norman Edwin Ross, age 69.  Captain Ross joined Delta Air Lines 03-14-1986 and retired with Delta in 2006.  He is survived by his wife Terry, his daughters plus his grandchildren and great grandson.

Obituary information is available for viewing online at the funeral home website

https://www.tillinghastfh.com/obituaries/Norman-Edwin-Ross?obId=18466912#/celebrationWall

also at

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/norwichbulletin/obituary.aspx?n=norman-e-ross&pid=196874941&fhid=14876 

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

45 Falcon Way,  Dayville,  CT  06241.

Services are planned for October 1 & 2 in Connecticut …please see obituary below for details.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary……………. Norman E. Ross 1951 - 2020

Dayville - Norman Edwin Ross, 69, of Dayville passed away on Sunday September 27, 2020. Norman was born in Bridgeport, CT on August 16, 1951, son of the late Lewis Dauphin and Audrey Carroll (Campbell) Ross. He was the husband of Terry Finkle Ross. Norman graduated from the University of Illinois in 1974. He served in the Navy as a pilot and flew F-14 Jets, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. After his service in the military Norman worked as a commercial pilot for Delta Airlines for nineteen years, retiring as a Captain. His last employment was as an Engineer with CSX retiring in 2011. Norm enjoyed woodworking, jamming with his friends, and playing/designing guitars/amps. Norm had an infectious sense of humor and always enjoyed seeing his family and friends.

Besides his wife Terry of 49 years, he is survived by his daughters Sarah Ross of Plainfield and Emily Ross of Dayville. Brothers Larry Ross and wife Lisa of Monroe, CT, Lew Ross and wife Julie of Rollins, MT and Kim Ross of W. Palm Beach, FL. Grandsons Alex Adams, Scott Davagian Jr., Cole Davagian, Gavin Alvord, Cameron Alvord, Great grandson Sean Adams and several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday October 1, 2020 from 4-7PM in Tillinghast Funeral Home 433 Main Street Danielson, with masks and social distancing required. A graveside service with full military honors will be held on Friday October 2, 2020 at 1:00PM at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery 317 Bow Lane Middletown, CT. In lieu of flowers donations in Norman's name may be made to the Williamsville Fire Department, PO Box 266, Rogers, CT 06263.

tillinghastfh.com

NWA Capt. Gene Lee Glenn

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA Capt. Gene Lee Glenn  

November 12, 1939 ~ September 25, 2020

 

Notification with the passing of RNPA member retired Northwest pilot Captain Gene Lee Glenn, age 80.  Captain Glenn joined Northwest Airlines 04-08-1968 and retired with Northwest in 1999.  He is survived by his wife Patricia along with  his children and grandchildren.

To view the obituary online and share memories please visit

https://www.deerfootmemorialfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Gene-Glenn-2/ 

Obituary is also available online at

https://obits.al.com/obituaries/birmingham/obituary.aspx?n=gene-lee-glenn&pid=196870495&fhid=32366

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

8655 Stewart Drive, Trussville, AL 35173.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary…………..

Gene Lee Glenn, 80 years of age, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away at home on September 25, 2020. Gene "Slatz" Glenn was born on November 12, 1939, in Trussville, Alabama, to George A. Glenn, Sr. and Jean Searcy Glenn. He attended Hewitt High School and was graduated in 1958. He married his high school sweetheart Patricia Ann Needham Glenn in 1960. In 1962 he was graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was commissioned in the United States Air Force in 1963 and became an Instructor Pilot at Craig Air Force Base in Selma, Alabama, instructing in the T-33, T-37 and T-38 aircraft.

In 1968 he joined Northwest Airlines and flew the Boeing 707, 727, 747 and Douglas DC-10 aircraft, retiring as a Line Check Airman on the 747-200 in 1999, after logging over 20,000 hours in the air and over nine million miles traveled. Gene was a lifelong member of the Trussville First United Methodist Church and a forty year member of the Pioneer Sunday School Class. He was a longtime Mason in the Georgiana Davis Lodge in Trussville.

Gene is survived by his wife of 60 years Patricia; his son Stephen B. Glenn (Esther), his daughter Sharon G. Orr (Jon), and his son David J. Glenn (Elin); Grandchildren Jonathan, Paul, Samson, Elizabeth, Emmeline, George and Arthur; and brothers George A. Glenn, Jr., William B. Glenn (Lynn), Robert S. Glenn (Robin), and brother-in-law Hamid Mashayekh; and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, George A. Glenn, Sr., and Jean S. Glenn, and by his sister, Glenda Gay "Sister" Glenn. There will be a private family graveside service. A larger memorial service will be held in the future when it is safer to do so.

Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home - directing.

DL Capt. Charles E. Wetherell Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Charles E. Wetherell Jr.

August 14, 1938 ~ August 21, 2020

 

Notification with the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta pilot Captain Charles Elton Wetherell Jr., age 82.  Captain Wetherell joined Delta Air Lines 07-19-1965 and retired with Delta, was based DFW then LAX/030 at the time of his retirement.   He is survived by his wife Paula plus many more dear family members and friends.

To view the obituary notice online please visit the funeral home website at

 https://www.schradercares.com/obituary/Charles-E-WetherellJr

Also these newspaper links:  https://www.wyomingnews.com/milestones/obituaries/wetherell-jr-charles-e/article_8046994d-d88a-51f6-aa12-0f74dd34e72c.html    and   

https://www.triplicate.com/obituaries/charles-e-wetherell-jr/article_0894df88-ff3c-11ea-8a43-f7fc922ac701.html

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

3962 Farthing Road,  Cheyenne, WY 82001.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary……………..

Charles E. Wetherell, Jr. of Cheyenne, Wyoming passed away on August 21, 2020. He was born August 14, 1938 in Berkeley, California, to Helen and Charles Wetherell and moved to Fort Dick, California when he was 6. Chuck/Charlie was raised on the Wetherell family dairy ranch in northern California.

 

Chuck is survived by his wife, Paula, of Cheyenne; two daughters, Jennifer Shinn (Gerik) of Mount Vernon, Washington and Mary Wetherell of Medford, Oregon and three step-children: Kimberley (Dr. Robert) Marshall of Wheatland, Wyoming, Terri Hartness of Cheyenne, Wyoming and Glen Hartness of Round Rock, Texas. In addition, he is survived by his brother, Harry (Vernadine) Wetherell of Gasquet, California his sister, Helen Wetherell of Colville, Washington and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

After graduating from Del Norte High School in Crescent City, California, Chuck attended Menlo Junior College. He received an Associate Degree before entering the United States Navy as a pilot flying on aircraft carriers from 1960 – 1965. He then went to work as a pilot for Delta Airlines retiring after 32 years. Chuck spent many of those years based at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport and lived in Weatherford, Texas. There he had the pleasure of being a member of the Parker County Sheriff's Posse for many years and serving a year as rodeo chairman.

 

Chuck loved camping, hunting, skiing, and fishing, but his true love was being on his boat, Aquila, cruising around the San Juan Islands, Washington, British Columbia and Alaska.

 

A memorial gathering took place at Lakeview Chapel in Cheyenne, Wyoming on August 28, 2020 with another one to be held later in Fort Dick, California.

NWA Capt. Kay Allan Norman

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. Kay Allan Norman

October 7, 1936 - September 25, 2020

 

Word has reached us with the passing of retired Northwest pilot Captain Kay Allan Norman, age 83.  Captain Norman joined Northwest Airlines 09-12-1966 and retired with Northwest in 1996.

Notice of Captain Norman’s passing is available online at

 https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/nv/las-vegas/kay-allan-norman-11496043

No other details are known for now….as we learn more we will pass along those updates.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Kay Allan Norman Obituary………………………..

Here is Kay Allan Norman’s obituary. Please accept Echovita’s sincere condolences.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Kay Allan Norman (Las Vegas, Nevada), who passed away on September 25, 2020, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Kay Allan Norman.

Funeral arrangement under the care of Neptune Society Cremation Service - Las Vegas, NV.

NWA F/A Sharon Elaine Frans-Wright, widow of NWA Capt. Chuck Wright

 ~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA F/A Sharon Elaine Frans-Wright, widow of NWA Capt. Chuck Wright

October 30, 1940 ~ September 12,  2020

 

News has reached our group with the passing of former Northwest Airlines stewardess Sharon Frans-Wright, widow of Northwest pilot Capt. CHARLES LEE WRIGHT JR.  Captain Wright joined Northwest Airlines 07-07-1949.  He passed in August of 2000…..please see obituary below.

Friends write of Sharon:  “What a great lady with such a great smile. I don’t know what year she started as a NWA Stewardess, but she was a very special part of our NWA lives.”

Sharon had most recently resided in Kirkland, Washington but also spent time in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Arrangements for Sharon are not yet known.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Death notice online for Sharon :

https://www.seattlepi.com/local/obits/article/King-County-deaths-09-22-2020-15595751.php

Frans-Wright, Sharon E, 79 , of Kirkland, Sep, 12.

………………………….

 

Obituary for Mr Charles Lee Or Chuck Wright, 73

 

Charles Lee ''Chuck'' Wright Jr. of Kirkland died Aug. 25, 2000, at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. He was 73.

 

Mr. Wright was born Dec. 30, 1926, in Montana and lived his early years in Minneapolis, where he attended Washburn High School and the University of Minnesota.

 

An airline pilot, he received his first captain assignment in 1958, flew 747 planes for 11 years and was a Northwest Airlines pilot for 37 years until his retirement. During his later years he lived in both Kirkland and Sun Valley.

 

Mr. Wright enjoyed skiing, the outdoors, his dogs and life itself.

 

Survivors include his wife, Sharon ''Lena'' Wright; sons Charles III and John; daughters Cynthia, Debbie and Patricia; and four grandchildren.

 

A dedication to life will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday at the Museum of Flight in Seattle.

 

Remembrances may be made to Evergreen Healthcare and Hospice Foundation, 12910 Totem Lake Blvd., Kirkland, WA 98034.

 

 

Deloris Seago, wife of DFW Crew Scheduler Seth Seago

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Deloris Seago, wife of DFW Crew Scheduler Seth Seago

July 24, 1938 ~ September 23, 2020

We have sad news to share from the Seago family…..news with the passing of Deloris Fay Seago, wife of Delta Air Lines retired crew scheduler Carrol ‘Seth’  Dean Seago….also news of Seth’s medical condition.

Friends write: “Deloris Seago, wife of Retired DFW Crew Scheduler Seth Seago, died on Wednesday, September 23rd.  Both she and Seth tested Positive for COVID.  She developed Pneumonia and then heart problems kicked in. She passed in her sleep.  She will be cremated and a memorial service will be held later.  Seth is on home health care with family nearby.  I'm sure he will appreciate hearing from the Bum Group. ADDRESS : Seth Seago, 1601 Co. Road 240, Gustine TX.  76455.”

To view the online obituary for Deloris please visit the funeral home website at

https://memorial.comanchefh.com/SEAGO-DELORIS/4342218/ 

Arrangements for Deloris have been entrusted to Comanche Funeral Home of Comanche, Texas.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary………….

Deloris Seago, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020, in Abilene, Texas. 

She was born on July 24, 1938, in Lamkin, Texas, to Wilmer Jackson Westfall, Sr. and Eva Wenona (Lane) Westfall. On June 9, 1956, she was united in marriage to Carrol Seago in Gustine, Texas. Deloris was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She was an excellent homemaker and cook, and made the best sweet potato casserole in the county. She took EMT classes and was a member of the Gustine Volunteer Fire Department. Deloris was a member of First Baptist Church of Gustine.

 She is survived by her sons, Randy Seago and partner Eric Baze of Austin and James Seago and wife Sheri of Irving; daughter, Carolyn McKaughan and husband Jim of Gustine; grandchildren – Jeremy, Clint, Ashley, Scott, Amber, Kristi, Jared, Charity, Steven, Tasha, and Preston; twenty-seven great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilmer and Wenona Westfall; and brothers, W.J. Westfall, Jr., Royce Westfall, and Boyd Westfall. 

A celebration of life will be held at a later time.

PAA/DL Capt. H. Norman Davies Jr.

 UPDATE/obituary:

 Captain H. Norman Davies

June 7, 1936 – September 21, 2020

 

Captain Norm Davies died on September 21, 2020.  He was hired by Pan American in 1965 and retired from Delta in 1996.

 

Norm was raised in Hackensack, New Jersey.  He attended Blair Academy and Bucknell University.  After graduating  in 1959, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and was trained as a U.S. Naval Aviator in Pensacola.  Norm served on active duty as an A-4 Skyhawk Light Attack Pilot.  He was discharged in June of 1964 and remained in the reserves for a number of years.

 

Captain Davies was hired by Pan American World Airways in 1965.  He flew as an international pilot on 707’s and then later on 747’s.  During his line flying days, he was based in Washington, D.C., Boston and Los Angeles.   After becoming a captain at Pan Am, he served as Manager of Flying in West Berlin and was promoted to System Chief Pilot in New York.  Following the merger of Delta and Pan Am, Norm served as Delta’s Chief Pilot in JFK and then returned to line flying for his last year at the airline, flying the B-767ER until his retirement in 1996.

 

After a brief stint as an Air Carrier Inspector for the FAA, Norm was recruited by Hawaiian Airlines as Vice President – Safety and Security, and then Vice President – Flight Operations.  During his last five years with the airline, Captain Davies was the Executive Vice President of Operations. 

 

After retiring from Hawaiian, Norm worked as an Executive Associate for Team SAI, consulting on a variety of safety and operations projects.  Norm and his wife Prudence (Prudy) Davies of 43 years, retired to Chatham, Massachusetts in 2007, where he became active in the community, working with the Chatham Retired Men’s Club and as a Docent at the Chatham Marconi Maritime Center.  

 

In addition to Prudy, Norm is survived by two daughters, Carolann Oullette of Jackman, Maine and Jennifer Davies of Branchville, N.J.  

 

Prudy Davies’ home address is:

 

P.O. Box 325

North Chatham, MA  02650

 

Funeral arrangements were handled by Nickerson Funeral Home, 87 Crowell Road, Chatham, MA. 

To share memories online please visit the funeral home website at 

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/chatham-ma/h-davies-9372549 

 

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, PAA/DL Capt. H. Norman Davies Jr.

JUNE 7, 1936 – SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

 

News has reached our website with the passing of retired Pan Am/Delta pilot Captain Harold Norman Davies Jr., age 84.  Captain Davies joined Pan American 02-08-1965.  Friends write:  “Norm died several days ago of congestive heart failure in Mass. He was 83 years old...had been with PanAm...their Chief Pilot in Berlin and JFK...Delta Chief Pilot in JFK.  Was former Marine attack pilot...Wife Prudy. Services pending.”  Captain Davies retired with Delta Air Lines in 1996 based 031/JFK.

To share memories online please visit the funeral home website at

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/chatham-ma/h-davies-9372549 

For those who may wish to send a personal note, whitepages lists a current address as

PO Box 325  ,  North Chatham, MA 02650.

As more information is received, we will be sure to pass along those updates.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

OBITUARY…….

H. Norman Davies Jr.

JUNE 7, 1936 – SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

H. Norman Davies was born on June 7, 1936 and passed away on September 21, 2020 and is under the care of Nickerson Funeral Home. 

Nickerson Funeral Home address: 87 Crowell Road, Chatham, MA

NWA Capt. Walter J. PISZCZEK

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Walter J. PISZCZEK

January 14, 1936 - September 17, 2020

 

Notification with the passing of retired Northwest pilot Captain Walter John PISZCZEK, age 84.  Captain Piszczek joined Northwest Airlines 08-15-1966.  To view the obituary and share memories please visit

https://www.grandstrandfh.com/obituaries/Walter-J-Piszczek?obId=18387278#/obituaryInfo

  obituary information is also available at

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/twincities/obituary.aspx?n=walter-j-piszczek&pid=196824395&fhid=9474

We have limited information…..updates and/or corrections are always appreciated.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary….Walter J. PISZCZEK

January 14, 1936 - September 17, 2020

After enduring a 3 year take-off check and an extended taxi to the runway threshold - Captain Walter J. Piszczek was issued his final departure instructions and cleared for takeoff on his eternal flight westbound. Walter departed peacefully from his family home at "Bethania Mineral Springs" in Osceola, WI. Wally was age 84.

Wally settled into Retirement on his rural St.Croix River Farm after a thirty year career with Northwest Airlines leaving the left seat of the 747-400 for the last time on January 14th, 1996. Wally's professional accomplishments throughout his life are legendary. From his exploits as a Naval Aviator, Aeronautical Engineer with NASA and Astronaut Candidate, Gemini 7 & 8, Apollo 1 Launch Preparation Engineer, William Mitchell College of Law Degree, Member of the Minnesota State Bar, Senior Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Osceola Village Board Trustee and a valued Member of the Osceola Airport committee.

On the farm - Walt was a skilled machinist, welder and woodworker – Wally's driven work habits were unmatched in his desire to create and build systems that were meaningful to him – and to his hope – others. He could be found building boats, airplanes and developing his wind power project even welding artistic sculpture in his Barn/shop while listening to Twins games or classical music.

Captain Walter was a man of extraordinary personal and professional accomplishments that were only exemplified by how he conducted his life – with hard work, dignity, courage and humility. Wally the Dad and Walter the Uncle are forever surrounded by the legacy of his extraordinary family - settled all over the world from Osceola to Florida, Great Britain, Ireland and South Africa. He will be sorely missed, thought of fondly and forever admired in every circle he ever entered. "The Pennsylvania coal mine was reality for me, I just had to work harder" – WJP - RIP. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 24, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Osceola, WI. Visitation 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Grandstrand Funeral Home, Osceola, WI and one hour prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, East Farmington, WI. 715-294-3111 www.grandstrandfh.com

DL Capt. Donald R. Cundieff

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Donald R. Cundieff

June 14, 1938 ~ Sept. 16, 2020

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Donald Ray Cundieff, age 82.  Captain Cundieff joined Delta Air Lines 04-11-1966 and retired with Delta in 1998, based 031/ATL.  He is survived by his wife, his daughter, plus step children and grandchildren.

To view the obituary online, share memories and view family photos, please visit the funeral home website at

https://www.mcnuttfhlufkin.com/obituaries/Donald-Ray-Cundieff?obId=18377928

Obituary information is also available at  

  https://obits.dallasnews.com/obituaries/dallasmorningnews/obituary.aspx?n=don-cundieff&pid=196825345

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary……………. CUNDIEFF, Don

Don Cundieff was born on June 14, 1938 in Brownwood, TX to Vivian Richardson and John Cundieff. He served in the Korean War as a Captain in the US Army; he then went on to work as an airline pilot for Delta Airlines for thirty-four years, the last of which he flew internationally. He is survived by his wife, daughter, four sons, step-daughter, six grand-children, two brothers, and a sister. He is preceded in death by his parents. He loved plants and animals, peace and calm, practicality, remembering the past, envisioning the future, and caring for with complete dedication the people he knew best. Don Cundieff died in Lufkin, TX of Alzheimer's complications on September 16 with his daughter and his caretakers both holding on to and ushering him. He was 82-years-old. He will be greatly, greatly missed.

NEA/DL Capt. Richard Farwell Chickering

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NEA/DL  Capt. Richard Farwell Chickering

December 4, 1926 ~ March  , 2020

Belated news, as noted in the ALPA magazine’s (July issue) In Memoriam column, the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Northeast/Delta pilot Captain Richard Farwell Chickering, age 93.  I believe he is survived by his wife Elaine but to date, I’ve not been able to locate an online obituary to verify. 

If anyone has more news to share, please let us know and we will pass along that information.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

DL Capt. James Michael Hines

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. James Michael Hines

April 14, 1950 ~ July 2, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Delta pilot Captain James Michael Hines, age 70.  Captain Hines joined Delta Air Lines 08-01-1980 and was based 030/ATL.  He is survived by his wife Jean, and by his children and grandchildren.

Obituary information for Captain Hines may be viewed online at

 https://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/obituary/james-hines?fh_id=10890 

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

832 Bead Lake Drive,  Newport, WA 99156.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary:  James Michael Hines, age 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at his home in Newport, WA comforted by his wife. Born 1950 in Columbus, OH to the late Wendell Hines and Patricia Hines, Hiner, as he was known by friends and family, is survived by his wife, Jean Hines; son Michael Hines and his wife Carrie from Chanhassen, MN, daughter Ansley Hidalgo and her husband Javier from Newnan GA; grandchildren Sebastian Hidalgo (15), Patrick Hines (7), Makenzie Hines (4), and Savannah Hines (4), sister Linda Marshall and husband Greg, brother Don Hines and wife Sylvia, and sister Sue Hines Beaudu.

Jim knew at an early age he wanted to be a pilot. He went to high school in Lemoore, California and graduated Valedictorian of his class. He received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy and served his country for 28 years including a tour in Vietnam. Jim was assigned to the S3, an anti-submarine aircraft, serving on the carriers USS Saratoga and USS Constellation, as well as time as an instructor at North Island near San Diego. In 1980, Jim joined Delta Air Lines where he would captain multiple planes over his 35-year career.

Jim was known for his big heart and great sense of humor. He consistently cracked jokes and played pranks on people just to make them smile and laugh. Costumes were common for Jim. He spent several Oktoberfest’s in lederhosen and Halloweens with his grandkids dressed as a clown with a water spraying boutonniere. Often there was no occasion when he would appear with buck teeth, mullet hats or a bright blue tuxedo. His closest friends recall his impish grin and the mischievous glint in his eye.

He was never just a participant in any organization or activity, rather he always assumed a leadership role. Jim was a doer. If anyone had an idea, he could take it and make it happen. He served as Fire Commissioner for Pend Oreille County for three years, President of Bead Lake Homeowners Association, and as Grand Knight of The Knights of Columbus of Newport WA. In addition, he was extremely active in his church, serving on the Parrish Advisory and dedicating time and resources to renovate the rectory of St. Anthony’s church. For fun, he was the founder and President of the Vintage Riders, a Honda 90 motorcycle gang of active adults who participated in the local parade. He enjoyed boating with friends and family, whether at his home on Bead Lake, or captaining a sailboat through the Caribbean, which would not be complete without a daily reading of the Captain’s Log. Jim loved spending time at home on Bead Lake, hosting friends who he would take snowmobiling, boating, and spending time in the Steerage playing shake of the day and drinking ‘Hearty Pink” wine. He and his wife Jean traveled extensively around the world both for work and pleasure. Jim spent many long weekends traveling to watch football; Navy, Notre Dame, and Green Bay Packers were his favorite. He especially loved playing and hosting trivia at the local tavern, devoting many hours a week to creating his own questions. Jim continued to enjoy these activities throughout his three-year battle with cancer, even hosting trivia two weeks prior to his passing.

The funeral service for Jim is Friday, August 21, 2020 at 2pm in St. Anthony Catholic Church, 612 W. First Street, Newport WA. A celebration of Jim’s life will occur August 22 at a location to be determined. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Jim’s name to St. Anthony’s Parish of Newport, WA.

Sherman-Campbell Funeral and Cremation Services in Newport is in charge of arrangements.  Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest book at shermancampell.com

DL Capt. Brett Nelson Zeitz

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Brett Nelson Zeitz

December 25, 1957 ~ June , 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Delta pilot Captain Brett Nelson Zeitz, age 62.  Captain Zeitz joined Delta Air Lines 11-07-1986.

Gravesite:  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/214176961/brett-nelson-zeitz 

Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota, Florida

Facebook posting with Celebration of life event details:  https://www.facebook.com/events/981167945638285/ 

Oct 23 at 1:30 PM CDT – Oct 24 at 10:45 PM CDT

Sarasota/Bradenton, FL

Public · Hosted by Dana Messier and Beatrice Lauber

You are invited to a weekend-long celebration of the life of Captain Brett Nelson Zeitz. A military honors ceremony will be conducted at Sarasota National Cemetery on Friday, October 23rd. The following day, the annual Zeitz Oktoberfest party will be held at their home on Magellan Way. Lederhosen and Dirndl are greatly encouraged!

To date I’ve not been able to locate an online obituary or funeral home notice. 

If you have additional information, it is always appreciated.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

PAA/DL Capt. Harry Robert Beard

~ IN MEMORY ~

 USAF veteran, PAA/DL Capt. Harry Robert Beard

July 21, 1933 ~ March 14, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Ransome Airlines/Pan American/Delta pilot Captain Harry Robert Beard, age 86.  Captain Beard joined Pan American 05-05-1987 and  retired with  Delta Air Lines in 1993 as noted in his obituary.  Captain Beard is survived by his wife Jane, his children/grandchildren/great grandchildren, plus many more close family members.

To view the obituary online please visit the funeral home website at

https://www.scanlinfuneralhome.com/harry-robert-beard/ 

Scanlin Funeral Home of Chalfont PA.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary:  Harry Robert Beard, 86, formerly of Doylestown, was cleared to land in Heaven on Saturday, March 14, 2020. Flying was his passion, duty, career, and his way of inviting the timid and the brave to experience life at the controls.

Growing up on the family airport in Chambersburg, he learned to fly while still in school, and after graduation entered the Air Force, serving stateside, in Okinawa and in Vietnam. After 20 years’ service, he retired from “flying a desk” at the Pentagon, moved his family to Doylestown, and joined Ransome Airlines in 1973, getting back into the air. Pan Am followed, with international destinations.

Harry retired from Delta in 1993 but over the years owned several small aircraft that he used to introduce friends and family to his love of flying. After retirement, he converted his 1791 stone farmhouse into the Peace Valley Bed & Breakfast, wisely outsourcing the baked goods so he could focus on making his guests feel at home. In his later years, he found enjoyment piloting and towing gliders at Van Sant Airport and the Philadelphia Glider Council.

Harry, who went by “Jim” for much of his life, was always concerned with the well-being of others, serving as deacon and elder at Lenape Valley Church, as a mentor in Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Bucks County, as a volunteer at Life Abundant Inc. and as host to immigrant Laotian families fleeing the violence of their homeland. He epitomized the Greatest Generation — a man of many accomplishments well hidden beneath a humble, thoughtful persona.

Born July 21, 1933, in Waynesboro, Pa. to Robert Harry and Catherine (Hawbecker) Beard, he graduated from Chambersburg High School and the University of Nebraska Omaha. While in the Air Force, he married Joan (Duncklee) Beard in Scranton, Pa., in 1957. His son Mark was born in 1958 and son Scott in 1961. In 1966, the family moved to Okinawa and remained there while he served in Vietnam. In 1971, the family returned to Alexandria, Va., moving to Doylestown in 1973.

In 1992, Harry married Jane Foster (Donovan) Beard, and they moved to Souderton in 2010.

In addition to his wife, Harry is survived by sons Mark (Allison) Beard of Doylestown and Scott (JoAnn) Beard of Lake Ariel, PA.; Kevin (Phyllis) Foster of Claymont, DE; Sean (Robin) Foster of Highland, MD; Megan (Joseph) McClaskey of Quakertown, PA; Cullen (Karin) Foster of Mt. Wolf, PA; his loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his twin brothers, Raymond (Sue) Beard and Richard Beard, both of Fort Myers, Fla.; and sister, Patricia (Gene) Hughes of Manchester, Pa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Cook and Betty Kennedy.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA/DL Capt. Craig Matthew Davis

November 18, 1957 ~ June 12, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Northwest/Delta pilot Captain Craig Matthew Davis, age 62.  Captain Davis joined Northwest Airlines 10-13-1989 and continued on with Delta Air Lines.  He is survived by his wife Kelly, by his children and his grandchildren.

I was able to locate on obituary by way of a facebook posting:   

 https://www.facebook.com/groups/77755216712/

Please see reprint below. 

Whitepages notes the most current address for the family as

 5151 193rd St W  , Farmington, MN 55024.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN  

Obituary:  Craig M. Davis, age 62, of Farmington, MN went to be with his Lord on June 12, 2020 surrounded by his loving family after a swift but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Craig was born in Opelika, AL on November 18th, 1957. He grew up in Longwood, FL where he was named Male Athlete of the Year at Lake Brantley HS in 1975. Craig attended the University of Florida on an ROTC scholarship. After graduating from the University of Florida in 1979, he became a fighter pilot in the United States Navy. While on board the USS Enterprise, his squadron deployed to the Indian Ocean. He completed his Naval career in the Minneapolis Reserve Unit earning the rank of Commander.

Craig served as a pilot for Northwest Airlines and later Delta Air Lines for over thirty years. He was an active member within his church, serving on the finance committee and volunteering. He also served on the Farmington School Board for five years. An avid reader, he enjoyed learning and never placed his education on pause. Craig enjoyed physical activities such as working out, biking and skiing. Outside his work as a pilot, he was an enthusiastic traveler and he and his wife enjoyed destinations such as Italy, Alaska, Nova Scotia, Tahoe, and Oregon.

Craig left a lasting impression on all who had the opportunity to meet him. He was deeply loved and will be missed by his surviving family which includes wife Kelly, daughter Ashley (Seth) Bohlken, son Trey (Jessica) Davis, son Trevor Davis, daughter Averi Davis, grandchildren, Eleanor Davis and Everly Bohlken, father Jefferson Davis, brother Mark (Kyle) Davis, brother Kyle Davis, sister Tracey Davis, nieces and nephews Kirt Davis, Cameron Davis, Sydney Davis, and Brock Davis. He is preceded in death by mother Joy Davis, mother-in-law Marcia Herndon, father-in-law Bob Herndon, and sister-in-law Lisa Davis.

A visitation will be held Thursday, June 18th at The Well Church in Rosemount, Minnesota from 4-6pm. A celebration of life service will be held Friday, June 19th at The Well Church in Rosemount, Minnesota at 2pm.

Memorial contributions can be sent to:

The Well Church

14770 Canada Ave. W

Rosemount, MN 55068

NWA/DL Capt. Curt Paul Kriedeman

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA/DL Capt. Curt Paul Kriedeman

October 28, 1956 ~ May 26, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Northwest/Delta pilot Captain Curt Paul Kriedeman, age 63.  Captain Kriedeman joined Northwest Airlines 04-01-1985 and  made the merger to Delta Air Lines. 

I was able to locate an online obituary printed in the Cumberland Advocate newspaper dated June 10, 2020. 

http://cumberland-advocate.com/sites/default/files/cum-2020-06-10-a-001%20e-edition.pdf 

Please see reprint below.  Captain Kriedeman is survived by his children, his grandson, his former wife Robin, and by his companion Rebecca plus many dear friends and colleagues.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary:  Curt P. Kriedeman

Curt Paul Kriedeman, of Port Orange, FL, passed away May 26, 2020, at the age of 63 after suffering a heart attack. Curt was born in 1956 in Iowa City, Iowa, to Robert and H. Joan Kriedeman. He graduated from Memorial High School in Eau Claire in 1975 and attended the University of North Dakota’s John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences in Grand Forks, ND. Curt’s fun-loving spirit, generous smile, quick wit, and love for life made him a big presence in any room he entered. He also had a strong practical side, beyond the knowledge and experience required to fly small to big airplanes. He knew how to build a deck and a storage shed, drive a boat, install and dismantle a dock, catch and clean fish, clear trees,  chop and stack wood, drive a Zamboni, expertly sharpen skates, and roast a whole pig.

He was a self-starter with a do-it-yourself attitude. He loved lake living in the home he had a hand in building in Northern Wisconsin, as well as hunting and fishing in the North Woods and Canada. Curt was preceded in death by his father, Robert, and his mother, Joan. He is survived by his son, Dan; daughter, Savanna; grandson, Tristan; former wife, Robin; his girlfriend, Rebecca Mulligan; and countless friends from around the world.

NWA/DL Capt. Dale Allen Ende

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA/DL Capt. Dale Allen Ende

October 7, 1957 ~ May 6, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Pan Am/Northwest/Delta pilot Captain Dale Allen Ende, age 62.  Captain Ende joined Northwest Airlines 02-17-1989 and retired with Delta Air Lines. He is survived by his wife Bailey plus many more dear family members and friends.

Obituary information for Captain Ende may be found online at

https://www.gendronfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Dale-Ende/#!/Obituary 

or click on at https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/chicagotribune/obituary.aspx?pid=196623357&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=chicagotribune&utm-content=196623357&fbclid=IwAR1vIQd8CBT06uUW1J_HNXOsGSB0pKfu0DZ2aieIKzV41fVMjggZpdvlfD4

Whitepages lists Captain Ende’s most recent address as

15732 Seaton Pl.,  Bradenton, FL 34202.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary for Dale A. Ende

It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that the family of Dale Ende announces his passing on May 6, 2020.

Dale was born on October 7, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois. Dale is survived by his mother Helen and father Farrell Ende, his sister Karen Bennett and brother Brian Ende and his wife Karen and brother Ralph and his wife Doreen Ende.

Dale married Bailey Klasinski on December 31, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. He is survived by his wife Bailey, her son Cole Klasinski, daughter Taylor Mikell and husband Brian and their daughters Elizabeth and Maxwell. Dale’s nieces Ashley Bennett, Sarah Stephens, Danielle Parker and Dana Ende, his nephews Zach Bennett, Sean Bennett and Jeff Ende.

Dale graduated from Oak Lawn Community High School in 1975. He was appointed into the Air Force Academy, graduated from Oklahoma State University and joined the Air Force as a pilot. Dale did his training at Reese Air Force Base in Lubbock, TX. He became a flight instructor for many years and enjoyed that greatly. He began his commercial career as a co-pilot with Pan Am Airlines. He later took a position with Northwest Airlines where he became a captain. Dale then proceeded to work for Delta Airlines as a captain. Dale always knew as a child that he would be a pilot, it was his dream that became a reality.

Our wonderful Dale was an exceptional person who had the ability to make everyone laugh. He loved to have fun and could light up a room. I’m sure everyone who knew him could tell a story of Dale that would make you smile. He accomplished a lot during his life time but we wish we still had him. Dale, we love you and we miss you. Rest In Peace Dale.

Dale will be laid to rest with Military Honors in the Sarasota National Cemetery, Sarasota, Florida on August 7, 2020 at 2:00 PM. At the time of services, please practice social distancing and wear a mask. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers

Arrangements are in the care of Gendron Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 N. Lime Ave., Sarasota, Florida, 34237, 941.365.1767

NWA Capt. Joseph Matthew Molinaro

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA Capt. Joseph Matthew Molinaro

October 30, 1943 ~ May 15, 2020

As noted in the September issue of ALPA's The Air Line Pilot magazine IN MEMORIAM column ….the passing of Eastern/Northwest pilot Captain Joseph Matthew Molinaro, age 76.  Captain Molinaro joined Northwest Airlines 03-31-1989 and likely retired in 2003 with Northwest.  He is survived by his wife Arlene, his children and his grandchildren.

Obituary information for Captain Molinaro is available online at

 https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/joseph-molinaro-obituary?pid=196278547 

Also at https://missouri.funeral.com/2020/05/31/molinaro-joseph/

Whitepages lists the family’s most current address as

334 Madison Ave.,  Moorestown, NJ 08057.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

Obituary:  Joseph Matthew Molinaro

Joe passed away on May 15, 2020 following an heroic attempt to recover from the stroke he suffered last Nov. He was born in KC, MO. to Dr. Joseph Matthew Molinaro and Helen Parke Molinaro. He is survived by his wife of 29 yrs., Arlene, 4 children, Melissa Roby of Nashville, Tenn., Dr. Joseph Molinaro (Lauren) of Soquel, Calif., Ryan Molinaro(Lauren) of Carlsbad, Calif. & Jaime Kasselman. He also leaves 9 grandchildren & 2 beloved brothers, Dr. Robert Molinaro (Barbara) Cleveland, MO. & David Molinaro (Cheryl) Estero, Fla. along with many nieces & nephews. Joe graduated from Rockhurst HS a member of "The Great Class of 1960" and from Rockhurst College. After graduation he joined the Airforce flying F-4's for 6 yrs. ending his service after flying missions over Vietnam for a yr. He turned his love of flying into a long career as a commercial pilot for both Eastern Airlines & Northwest Airlines. In 2007 he started his own company, Trading Support, offering tech support to financial investors. Joe was passionate about his family & friends, relishing his biweekly lunches with The Romeo Club (retired old men eating out). The family suggests any contributions be made to either Rockhurst HS, 9301 State Line. Rd., K.C., MO. 64114 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

DL Capt. Paul T. Pandolfi

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Paul T. Pandolfi

March 11, 1941 ~ September 4, 2020

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Paul Thomas Pandolfi, age 79.  Captain Pandolfi joined Delta Air Lines 06-02-1969 and retired with Delta in 2001, based 031/ATL.  He is survived by his wife Nancy, his children and his grandchildren plus a great grandson.

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/brunswick-ga/paul-pandolfi-9346490   or 

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/thebrunswicknews/obituary.aspx?n=pandolfi-paul&pid=196762963&fhid=5312

For those who may wish to send a personal note, whitepages lists the family residence address as

701 Hamilton Landing Drive, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522.

As noted below, in lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia in memory of Captain Pandolfi and his love of all animals.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary:  Paul Pandolfi

The stars shone a little less brightly on the evening of Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. The soul of Paul Thomas Pandolfi ascended into the Heavens and eclipsed them all.

Paul was born on March 11, 1941, to Emma Louisa (Elliman) and Dominic Flavio Pandolfi.

His childhood years were spent in Homewood, Ill. He attended Bloom High School.

He matriculated at The University of The South in Sewanee, Tenn. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history. While a student there, he was known as St. Paul (as well as several other nicknames that are not suitable for print).

During his years at Sewanee, Paul was a member of the Honor Council, the Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity and The Los Peones Drinking Society. Other activities included brewing beer and raising chickens in his dorm room as well as smoking cigarettes with the dorm matron. He graduated as a member of the Class of 1963 but part of his heart always remained on The Mountain.

Paul achieved the rank of Captain in the United States Air Force. He was stationed at Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Ga. He was a flight instructor on the Northrop T-38 Talon, a twin-jet supersonic jet. He was awarded membership into the MACH Busters Club for exceeding the speed of sound in the T-38.

He continued his love for flight as a Captain for Delta Airlines and was based out of Hartsfield International Airport in Atlanta, Ga. He traveled the entire world flying for 31 years. He spent more than a year of his life in the air.

Paul was a member of The Golden Isles Sailing Club. He enjoyed racing his boat, Serenity, and was often victorious! He was also a member of the Radio Controlled Airplane Club. He spent countless hours building his own elaborate RC planes. He could, in fact, repair or build anything from a jet engine to a toy box for a grandchild.

Paul was handsome and charming, kind and wise. He had a quick smile and a rapier wit which was often irreverent. There was an inherent risk in sitting beside him at solemn occasions as you never knew when he was going to make a random comment that would have you clutching your stomach and biting your lip trying desperately to maintain your composure.

He loved animals, any kind. He bottle-fed baby squirrels and saved injured fledglings. He owned, or was owned by, many dogs and cats and the occasional exotic bird. He left behind his cat, Kitty and his dog Sue, both of whom are anxiously awaiting his return.

Paul loved his family. He and his beloved wife, Nancy, sailed and traveled throughout their marriage, from Snow Trains to Africa. They delighted in each other's company.

He adored his grandchildren and loved sharing stories of their adventures and successes.

He also enjoyed sending them silly text messages just so that they would know that he was thinking of them.

His wife, Nancy, his daughters, Sally (Dennis) Bradley, Wendy (Jeff) Capes, Peggy (Michael) Cohen; and his son, Henry (Benham) Bishop; grandchildren Carrie Bradley Coleman, Caitlin Capes, Jackson Capes, John Cole (and fianc e Anna Lococo), Virginia Cole, Carlisle Cohen, Parks Cohen, Hank (Caitlin) Bishop, Ben Bishop and Jack Bishop; and his most treasured great-grandson, Austin Barrett Coleman are left behind to cherish his memory and celebrate his life.

" If there ever comes a day when we can't be together,

Keep me in your heart, I'll stay there forever."

A.A. Milne

You are in our hearts. Rest well.

The family respectfully requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia.

Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home, 3321 Glynn Ave, Brunswick, GA

DL Capt. Vernon Raymond Norris

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Vernon Raymond Norris

OCTOBER 15, 1946 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Word has reached our group with the passing of retired Delta Captain Vernon Raymond Norris, age 73.  Captain Norris joined Delta Air Lines 07-02-1973 and was Atlanta based.  He is survived by his wife Diane, his daughter Jessica and his grandchildren.

To view the obituary online and share memories please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sandy-springs-ga/vernon-norris-9345805

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

6209 Spalding Drive, Norcross  GA 30092.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

Obituary:  Vernon Norris, a long-time resident of Atlanta, GA, died unexpectedly on September 2, 2020 at the age of 73. Vernon is survived by his beloved wife of 48 years, Diane Royer Norris; his daughter, Jessica Norris Callaham and her husband Steve; grandchildren Ryan and Madeline. He is preceded in death by his parents, Farold and Marie Norris. Vernon was born in Washington DC on October 15, 1946. He attended the University of Maryland and upon graduation in 1968, joined the Air Force pilot training program. In 1971, he met Diane at Capon Springs, a family resort in West Virginia where he often vacationed with his parents as a child, and they were married a year later.

After serving in the Air Force, he began his career with Delta Airlines in 1973. During his 30-year career as a pilot, he rose to the rank of international captain before retiring in 2003. Vernon loved music. This inspired him to play the piano, apprentice as a piano tuner, and volunteer at the Atlanta Opera. He also loved hiking Stone Mountain many times per week and was active in Birds of a Feather International where he dedicated his time and support to fellow pilots.

Vernon’s greatest love was travel. He thoroughly enjoyed discovering and learning about new destinations and sharing his knowledge with friends and family. During retirement, he fulfilled a dream of owning a vacation home in Hawaii and spent a lot of time there hiking and exploring the islands. He also planned memorable family trips to Disney, Hawaii, Washington DC, and the Grand Canyon. Every year, he looked forward to the annual family trip to Capon Springs and visiting the family farmhouse with Diane’s extended family. When he was not traveling, he was very active in attending Ryan’s golf tournaments and Madeline’s gymnastics competitions.

Private services for the family will be held in the coming week, and interment will be at the Georgia National Cemetery in October. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Gary Sinise Foundation at www.garysinisefoundation.org/donate/ or the Tallulah Falls School Vernon Norris Memorial Scholarship Fund at www.tallulahfalls.org/advancement/donate-now.cms 

          H.M. Patterson & Son-Arlington Chapel

           173 Allen Road NE, Sandy Springs, GA