DL Capt. Noel Roehl

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Noel Roehl

February 21, 1941 ~ September 25, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Noel Urban Roehl, age 80.  Captain Roehl joined Delta Air Lines 07-17-1970 and retired with Delta in 2001, based 031/ATL.  Widowed in 2007 with the passing of his wife Delores, Captain Roehl is survived by his children and grandchildren.

To view the obituary and family photo video tribute, please visit the funeral home website at

https://www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com/tributes/Noel-Roehl

Obituary information is also available online at https://pikecountygeorgia.com/noel-roehl/

The Conner-Westbury Funeral Home of Griffin, Georgia was entrusted with arrangements.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary/Tribute :     “A Tribute to My Dad”

Mr. Noel Urban Roehl, age 80, of Griffin, GA passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at his family home also known as "The Rockin' R Ranch" in Pike County.

 

Noel was born in Ortonville, Minnesota on February 20, 1941. Noel grew up on the Roehl family farm, getting up before sunrise in the cold to do the chores before he went to school.  His love of farming would stay with him his entire life. Even into his seventies, he would spend hours on his tractor in the fields or bailing hay for his horses.

 

Noel wore many hats and had many talents. His childhood dream was to be cowboy and he achieved it in spades. He had a true passion for quarter horses and spent years trying to breed and train the perfect cutting horse. Noel was also an excellent craftsman and built his own home from the ground up, often using the shop he built behind his house for the bigger projects.

 

Noel was a veteran of the United States Air Force, having served as a Captain in the Vietnam War where he flew C-130's. In 1970, he joined Delta Airlines as a pilot and it became his lifelong career.  He flew various Delta airplanes for 31 years until he retired as a Captain of the MD-11.  Noel saw the world and enjoyed flying. He flew domestically for years before flying internationally but no matter where he went, coming home to the "Rockin R Ranch" was what made him the happiest of all.

 

Noel was a quiet, good and kind man who was a great father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his loving, generous and spunky wife Delores Kluttz Roehl, his parents, Edwin and Elvira Urban Roehl and siblings, Arden Roehl, Giles “Buzz” Roehl, Darrell Roehl, Gloria Graff, and Margaret Roehl.        

He is survived by four children, Kevin O’Keefe (Meridith Williams), Holly Roehl Kammerer (Doug Kammerer), Brad Warren Roehl (Kristen Springer Roehl), Brian Urban Roehl (Leigh Anne Disinger Roehl) and eight grandchildren, Gray Williams, Sophia O’Keefe, Kenton Kammerer, Cally Kammerer, Gavin Roehl, Rylan Roehl, Charlotte Roehl, Caroline Roehl plus several nieces and nephews.       

A graveside funeral service will be Tuesday, September 18, 2021 at 4:30 at Oak Hill Cemetery section H-1, 797 Memorial Drive, Griffin, Georgia. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial gifts be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/   

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https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/55838515/delores-ann-roehl

Delores Ann Kluttz Roehl

BIRTH           11 Dec 1946

Fayetteville, Cumberland County, North Carolina

DEATH         19 Oct 2007 (aged 60)

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

BURIAL         Oak Hill Cemetery, Griffin, Spalding County, Georgia

 

DL Capt. Neal Crews Harmon

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Neal Crews Harmon

February 5, 1938 ~ September 23, 2021

 

From friends and colleagues comes word with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Neal Crews Harmon III, age 83.  Captain Harmon joined Delta Air Lines 11-16-1964 and was based Miami.  Son Carl writes that his father passed due to complications of heart disease.  Captain Harmon had most recently resided in the Tampa FL area.

To date I’ve not yet seen an online posting but will send along all updates when more news is received.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN   

NAL/PAA/DAL Captain John F. Mitvalsky

 

……from the National Airlines Buccaneers alumni site…………..

 

-IN MEMORY-

NAL/PAA/DAL Captain John F. Mitvalsky

DOB Dec 20, 1937      DOH June 6, 1966      DOD July 30, 2021

                                              USAF Veteran

 

•Island Cremations & Funeral Home ~ Merritt Island, Florida

 

JOHN F MITVALSKY, age 83

December 20, 1937 - July 30, 2021

U.S. Veteran

 

SERVICES PRIVATE

https://islandcremations.com/obituaries/john-f-mitvalsky/5394/

Remembering JOHN F MITVALSKY | Obituaries – Island Cremations and Funeral Home

NWA Capt. Richard Madson Brown

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

WWII veteran, NWA Capt. Richard Madson Brown

January 6, 1922 ~ September 19, 2021

 

From the Northwest pilot group, we have learned of the passing of RNPA member retired Northwest pilot Captain Richard Madson Brown, age 99.  Captain Brown actually first joined Northwest Airlines  04-07-1941, prior to his military service, and retired with Northwest in 1982.  Widowed in 2012 with the passing of his wife Jean, Captain Brown is survived by his children and his grand- and great grandchildren.

Obituary information is available online at https://www.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000403451/

Memorial services will be held at Excelsior Covenant Church, 19955 Excelsior Blvd, Excelsior, MN 55331 on October 9 at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services has been entrusted with arrangements.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Richard Madson Brown

Captain Brown took his final flight - home to heaven September 19, 2021. Preceded in death by father and mother, Don & Ruth Brown, wife of 67 years, Jean Brown, daughter Sheila and brothers John, Donald, Bill and Jack.

Born in Minneapolis on January 6, 1922. Moved to Fargo, N.D. at an early age and graduated from high school in 1939. Married his wife Jean Fortin in 1945. Raised four children; Sheila (deceased), Mary (Peter) Studer, John (Dona) Brown, and Dick (Dori) Brown, five grandchildren; Peter (Amie) Studer, Nicholas (Autumn) Studer, Johnathan (Lindsey) Studer, Emily (Matt) Stoddart, Carter Brown, and twelve great grandchildren.

He entered WW II in March of 1942 as an aviation cadet. As the pilot of a twin engine B-26 bomber, he flew 66 missions out of England in 1944, one of which was on D-Day. He retired from the service in June of 1945 and was hired by Northwest Airlines in August 1945. He flew as a pilot for 36 years and retired in 1982 at the age of 60.

Jean and Dick lived in Deephaven Minnesota for 60 years and spent time on Lake Minnetonka winter and summer. Dick loved to play golf, served on the Deephaven City Council for six years, and was on the civil service commission for fifteen years. They moved out of Deephaven in 2011, and the love of his life, Jean, passed away on April 10, 2012. We are grateful to the Lake Minnetonka Shores community and staff, and his special friend, Anne Brosious.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the ICA Food Shelf or the National WASP WWII Museum. A memorial service will be held at Excelsior Covenant Church, 19955 Excelsior Blvd, Excelsior, MN 55331 on October 9 at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services Excelsior Chapel 952-474-9595 huberfunerals.com

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https://memorials.huberfunerals.com/jean-brown/1779113/obituary.php

Obituary for Jean Fortin Brown

Jean Fortin Brown, Age 89, of Minnetonka, died on April 10, 2012. Graduated from Fargo, ND High School in 1940, attended Wellesley College in Massachusetts, then transferred and graduated from Carleton College in 1944 with an Art History major. She married the love of her life, Richard Brown on August 10, 1945. They moved to Minnesota and raised their family in Deephaven where they lived for 60 years. Jean was an active volunteer with the MN Landscape Arboretum, the League of Women Voters, Community Concerns, and was a supporter of Orchestra Hall. She was also an avid bridge player…………………….

 

DL Capt. Samuel Winn Baker III

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Samuel Winn Baker III

AUGUST 10, 1936 – SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

 

Word has reached our group with news of the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta pilot Captain Winn Baker, age 85. We understand that an aneurism was the cause of Winn’s passing.  Captain Baker joined Delta Air Lines 10-28-1963 and retired in 1996, and was based 031/ATL.  He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law plus many more dear family members and friends.  Obituary information for Captain Baker is available online at

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/brunswick-ga/samuel-baker-10362362

Visitation and graveside services will be held tomorrow Sept. 23rd …..please see below.

Condolences may be sent to the family at PO Box 638, Darien, GA 31305-0638.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :   Samuel Winn Baker, III took his final flight on Sept. 18, 2021, in Brunswick, Georgia. Winn was a native of Brunswick having been born there on Aug. 10, 1936 to Sam and Fenton Baker. He was also a descendant of the McIntosh family of Darien.

 

Winn’s love of flying began at an early age as his father was a flight instructor, member of the Civil air Patrol and eventually became manager of the Malcom McKinnon Airport. He soloed several airplanes on his 16th birthday enabling him to become a licensed pilot at that time. He still owned one of those planes, a Piper Vagabond, which he continued to fly until his sudden passing. Winn spent many afternoons enjoying the beauty of this area on his flights up and down the coast of Georgia.

 

He graduated from Glynn Academy in 1954 and was a lifelong dedicated alumnus. He attended Georgia Military Academy and the University of Miami. He returned to Brunswick to pursue his love of flying and help his father run Baker Flying Service which later became Golden Isles Aviation. This led to his position as corporate pilot for RJ Reynolds and Dixie Paint.

 

In 1963 Winn began his lifelong career as a Delta pilot flying the DC 6 and DC 7. He later flew the DC 9 and DC 10 and was was a co-pilot on the first 747 Delta put into service. Winn retired as an International Captain of the 767 ER in 1996.

 

In addition he loved flying aerobatics and went on to win many first place awards in the 1970’s. Winn’s other passions included flying antique aircraft and experimental aircraft. From his retirement with Delta until the time of his passing he was first an instructor and demonstration pilot for the Pilatus and went on to fly charters for Gruber Aviation and Lance Toland Association until his passing. On April 27th, 2013 he was inducted into the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame in Warner Robbins as his father had been in 2007.

 

He was very active in the QB’s, the local EAA chapter, and the Southeastern Bonanza Group. He was passionate about the Young Eagles, an organization which encouraged and helped young fliers develop their interest in aviation.

 

Winn was preceded in death by his parents, Sam and Fenton; his first wife, Dolores; his son Chip; and Carolyn, his second wife of 42 years who was a retired Delta Flight Attendant. He is survived by his daughter Lois (Candy) Baker and son in law David Sapp; Cousins Joe Tayler of St. Simons and Lila Stevens of Canton, Georgia along with many other first cousins from the Burroughs family on his mother’s side and his close friend Jill McGahan.

 

Vitiation will be held at Edo Miller this Thursday, Sept. 23rd from 12:30 to 2:00 followed by a graveside service at Palmetto Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers please send any memorial contributions to the Young Eagles Program sponsored by the EAA Chapter 905 at 1797 Demere Rd., St. Simons, Isl, Ga 31522.

 

Edo Miller and Sons is in charge of the arrangements. You may sign the register book and leave condolences for the family at www.edomillerandsons.com

EDO MILLER AND SONS FUNERAL HOME

3321 Glynn Avenue

Brunswick, GA 31520

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~ IN MEMORY ~

DL F/A Carolyn Riley Baker, wife of DL Capt. Winn Baker

March 19, 1945 - August 3, 2016

 

Mary Ellen Leighton, wife of NWA Capt. David Leighton

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Former NAL F/A Mary Ellen Leighton, wife of NWA Capt. David Leighton

 

The wife of NWA Capt. David Leighton passed away on September 10^th……….

The following obituary appeared in the Minneapolis Star and Tribune.

https://www.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000402786/

 

Obituary : Leighton, Mary Ellen

 

Leighton, Mary Ellen Age 77, of Chaska MN, left for the "great unknown" early hours of September 10th, peacefully holding hands with her husband in her own bed, after a short battle with cancer. Preceded in death by her parents and survived by husband David, son Jason Leighton (Samantha) of Chanhassen MN, daughter Erika Leighton (partner David) of Tulsa OK, son Jamie Leighton (Vanessa) of Palo Alto CA and seven grandchildren, Jack, Maggie, Vieve, Max, Brady, Nicky and Josie. Mary is also survived by two sisters Linda Sabo of Miami FL, Virginia Lally of Miami FL, and brother William Vanderbrook of Deerfield Beach FL.

She was born in Watertown NY, to William and Wylma Vanderbrook on March 20th, 1944. The family later moved to Miami Florida where Mary graduated from Palmetto High School, attended Florida State University, but cheerfully left academia for the allure of flying for National Airlines. Beginning her Stewardess career at age nineteen, she spent memorable years traveling the US and Europe, on days off cruising in her blue 1963 Corvette, enjoying life in South Miami and Coconut Grove. Along with airline peers, she relished parties on Key Biscayne, rubbed elbows with artists and eccentrics in the Grove while developing a particular fondness for football players and fighter pilots. During this period, she met Dave Leighton, a Navy Pilot from Minnesota, who became the love of her life. They embarked on a long distance relationship, Mary flying to San Diego and later, to Hong Kong when he flew in the Gulf. For over two years they met in many different cities, enjoyed bittersweet moments together, forever referred to as "Love in the Sixties - under the shadow of the sword" Married in 1969, they moved home to Minnesota, set up housekeeping on Lake Minnetonka and raised three children in several different lake homes. For over fifty years, Mary gardened, exercised, waged war on lake weeds, waitressed, worked at the animal hospital, watched football games and forever shivered in local hockey arenas. Indeed, a formidable cook and hostess, she had great parties when not boating and enjoying 'The Lake'. Through life, Mary was quietly close to her husband, a pilot for Northwest Airlines, and was unquestionably proud her sons both graduated from the United States Air Force Academy. She forever maintained herself as a trim, loving, notably attractive woman and a good friend to her many compatriots, clients and customers. Her loss will be forever felt by her husband, family and friends. As per her wishes, there will be no funeral or formal celebration of her life. A small gathering of family and close friends will be held in the future at her home. In time, there will be a private interment at Fort Snelling where she will await her beloved husband.

Published on September 19, 2021

 

NWA Capt. Raymond Ludwig Dolny

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. Raymond Ludwig Dolny

January 16, 1925 - August 27, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Northwest pilot Captain Raymond Ludwig Dolny, age 96.  Captain Dolny joined Northwest Airlines 10-27-1947 first as a mechanic, and worked his way through the ranks.  He is survived by his wife Dee, his children, and his grand- and great grandchildren.

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

https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/Raymond-Dolny/

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Raymond Ludwig Dolny

Dolny, Raymond L. Age 96, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on August 27th with family by his side. Preceded in death by parents, Andrew and Elizabeth; daughter, Diana; five brothers and three sisters. Survived by caring wife of 68 years, Dee; daughter, Debra (Don) Egan; son, Steven (Lynn); brother, Leonard; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ray was committed to his family and church. He was generous with his time and talents, always willing to help out where needed. He enjoyed golf, tennis, softball, and fishing. Ray was a kind, patient man who will be missed by many. After graduating South High School in Minneapolis, he joined the Army Air Corps. He trained as a flight engineer on the B-29 during WWII and was a P-51 crew chief during the Korean War. In 1947 Ray was hired by Northwest Airlines as a mechanic working his way up to flight engineer, co-pilot and eventually retiring as a captain on the 747. Ray was well respected by his peers and was elected for two years as president for the Retired Northwest Airlines Pilots Association. In retirement he loved sharing his knowledge of aviation and the airlines at the NWA history center. Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 25th at 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior to service at Holy Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 201 East 104th St., Bloomington MN. Memorials preferred to Holy Emanuel Lutheran church or donor's choice.

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NEA/DL Capt. Irving William Kreider

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NEA/DL Capt. Irving William Kreider

November 26, 1934 ~ September 4, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Northeast/Delta pilot Captain Irving William Kreider, age 86.  Captain Kreider joined Northeast Airlines 05-02-1966 and retired with Delta Air Lines in 1994, based ATL/030 at time of retirement.  Widowed in November 2017 with the passing of his wife Barbara, Captain Kreider is survived by his daughter and his grandson.

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

 https://www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com/tributes/Irving-Kreider 

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Mr. Irving William Kreider, age 86 of Griffin, passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at WellStar Spalding Hospital.

Mr. Kreider was born in Erie, Pennsylvania on November 26, 1934. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Irving Kreider and Beatrice Thelma Winter Kreider; wife, Barbara Ann Calahan Kreider; son, Timothy William Kreider. He was a Korean War veteran having served in the United States Air force. Mr. Kreider also worked for Northeast Airlines and retired from Delta Airlines in 1994 after 26 years as a Pilot. He loved his family, playing golf, shooting skeet and saltwater fishing.

 

He is survived by his daughter, Robin Kreider; grandson, Ryan McSwiggan; sister, Carol Kreider Kunzelman.

 

Visitation will be on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home. Following the visitation a memorial service will be conducted in the chapel.

 

Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, 1891 W. McIntosh Rd., Griffin, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.

Please join the family and friends in honoring the life of Mr. Irving William Kreider by visiting

www.conner-westburyfuneralhome.com  to post your tributes and memories.

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Barbara Callahan Kreider

March 26, 1936 - Nov. 9. 2017

 

Barbara Callahan Kreider, born in Boston, Mass., on March 26, 1936; she passed away surrounded by her family on Nov. 9, 2017. She graduated from University of Main and was a nurse in Bangor, Main. She and her family moved to Griffin in 1978 where they raised their family and beloved animals. Her life was filled by her activity in her community working with the FarmBureau, Georgia Quarter Horse Association, Red Hat Society, state politics and other organizations………

 

DL Capt. Jacob Forrest Brunnemer

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Jacob Forrest Brunnemer

August 9, 1958 - September 11, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Jacob Forrest Brunnemer, age 63.  Our records show his pilot date of hire as 05-01-2000, based ATL.  Captain Brunnemer is survived by his wife Viviana, his children, his siblings and his in-laws. 

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

https://www.mcleanfuneral.com/obituaries/Jacob-Forrest-Brunnemer?obId=22327253

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

 4195 River Oaks Rd.,  Clover, SC 29710.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Jacob Forrest Brunnemer, 63, of Clover, SC, passed away September 11, 2021. He was born August 9, 1958 in Gaston County, NC, a son of the late Jacob A. Brunnemer and Patricia Abernathy Brunnemer.

 

Forrest was a 1976 graduate of Hunter Huss High School and received his Bachelor's degree from Western Carolina. He was a Captain with Delta Airlines for over 25 years and owner of JVB Sales, Inc. for 30 years. Forrest was Lutheran by heart and attended City Church, formerly known as Bethlehem. He enjoyed spending days with his family and being on the lake. Forrest was the life of the party and had the most infectious laugh. Well known for his gregarious sense of humor and pranks, he earned his nickname "Captain Crack" and will be remembered for always knowing when to flaunt his favorite accessory.

 

Forrest is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Viviana Gallagher Brunnemer; daughter, Megan Brunnemer and fiancé, Josh Anderson; son, Michael Brunnemer; sister, Barbara Brunnemer Sullivan and John; mother-in-law, Vivian S. Gallagher and father-in-law, Patrick and Bonnie Gallagher; sisters and brothers-in-law, Ileana Augustus, Patrick Gallagher and Donnie Aggerton, Ginny McCarthy and Chuck, and Bonnie Lea Gallagher and Steven Holmes; Four-legged companions, Gizmo, Moose, Stupie, Chester, Meatloaf, the “Mama”; and numerous nieces, nephews, special friends and family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Sylvia Bertram.

 

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

 

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at Gaston Memorial Park. A celebration of life service will follow at 3:00 pm at City Church, Sunday, September 19, 2021 with Rev. Dickie Spargo officiating. In honor of Forrest, the family requests that you wear something colorful!

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Autism Speaks, 1060 State Road, Second Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540; Tri-County Animal Shelter, 138 Icaria Rd, Tyner, NC 27980, or Children's Home Society of North Carolina, 604 Meadow St, Greensboro, NC 27405.

 

Condolence messages may be sent online at mcleanfuneral.com  .....

McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia is serving the Brunnemer family.

 

DL Capt. Craig C. Fuller

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Craig C. Fuller

February 14, 1936 ~ September 6, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Craig Cooper Fuller, age 85.  As noted in obituary below, Captain Fuller joined Delta Air Lines in 1964 and retired with Delta in 1986.  He is survived by his children and his grand- and great grandchildren.  Obituary information is available online at

https://www.zimmermanfh.com/obituary/Craig-Fuller

Should more information be received we will be sure to pass it along.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : Craig Cooper Fuller, age 85, of Greencastle, PA, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 6, 2021, at Wellspan Chambersburg Hospital. Born February 14, 1936, in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late Walter M. and Blanche Cooper Fuller.

 

Craig was an avid aviation enthusiast throughout his lifetime, learning to fly at the age of 16 at the Greater Cumberland Municipal Airport. After servicing honorably in the U.S. Air Force, he attended The Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, where he graduated with an Aircraft Mechanics certification and obtained his commercial pilot’s license. In 1964, he pursued his aviation career as an airline pilot with Delta Airlines in Atlanta, GA, where he retired in 1986 as a Captain on the Boeing 767. In retirement, he continued his love of aviation by building and flying three experimental airplanes. Craig was a 40 year member of the Experimental Aircraft Association.

 

Craig is survived by his four children, Lisa Chambers and husband, Bob, David Fuller and wife, Tracy, Walter Fuller, and Carl Fuller and wife, Michele; and their mother, Etta Fuller.; five grandchildren, Lindsey, Kristen, Olivia, Sophia , and Caleb; two great grandchildren; a sister, Diana Wolodkin and husband, Vern; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, Brandon, Donald, Dale, and Kent Fuller and one sister, Shirley Williams.

 

The family will hold a private memorial service.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Disabled American Veteran’s , P.O.  Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-03

WA/DL Capt. Robert Jacob Farrell

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

WA/DL Capt. Robert Jacob Farrell

January 26, 1939 ~ September 11, 2021

 

From friends and colleagues we have learned of the passing of retired Western/Delta pilot Captain Robert Jacob Farrell, age 82.  Captain Farrell joined Western Airlines 03-21-1966 and retired with Delta Air Lines, based SLC.  

Notice of passing has been publicly announced by the funeral home….please see website link

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sacramento-ca/robert-farrell-10358143

Arrangements entrusted to Harry A. Nauman & Son funeral home located in Sacramento, California.

I believe Bob was born/raised in Ohio, and that he is survived by his wife Lenell. 

Condolences may be sent to the family at

2328 Glen Ellen Cir.,  Sacramento, CA 95822.

Should more information be received we will be sure to pass it along.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

 

 

NWA/DL F/O HANK (Hannu) K. OSTERLUND

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA/DL F/O HANK (Hannu) K. OSTERLUND

March 13, 1969 ~ June 19, 2021

 

As noted in the September Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column, the passing of Northwest/Delta pilot F/O Hank Kristian Osterlund, age 52.  Hank joined Northwest Airlines 08-06-2001 and was currently active with Delta Air Lines.  I was able to find an online obituary …..translated from  Finnish to English….which notes Hank’s survivors as his wife Jenny and his daughters Kelly and Kristina.  Cause of death appears to be an aggressive type of coronary infection…..please see obituary translated below. 

For those who may wish to contact the family, whitepages lists their most current address as

  704 River Overlook, Forsyth, GA 31029.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

 

 

https://www.hs.fi/muistot/art-2000008114853.html translated from Finnish to English reads:  FLIGHT CAPTAIN Hannu “Össi” Österlund died at the age of 52 on June 19, 2021 in Gainesville, Florida, USA. He was born in Lahti, Finland on March 13, 1969. Young Österlund was known as a colorful person who enjoyed having fun with his friends. He was a master at putting himself in the league in his spontaneous madness without ever ruining anyone else. There was endless laughter in him, and he made life-long friends early on with his sincere, inimitable, and lovable nature.

 

The more thoughtful side was visible when the young man noticed a plane taking off or landing over Vantaa. Already at the age of 6, the dream of a pilot career had been ignited, and after high school and the military, Österlund toiled resolutely, earning funds for training.

 

However, during the recession of the 1990s, educational programs were cut, so Österlund went to the United States with the support of his family of exchange students, who had already become close there, and his mother. The name changed to a more international outfit Hank Österlund, and alongside flying, another great love appeared, wife Jenny.

 

For most of his career, Österlund flew Boeing 757s and 767s on Delta Airlines. He acquired prestigious special qualifications and had just been promoted to flight captain. In addition to international scheduled flights, he also flew the U.S. presidential staff and NHL teams.

 

In addition to professional affiliations, family photographs were obtained in Finland, in which Österlund presented, among other things, the growing up of his beloved daughters Kelly and Kristina. In addition to active communication, he visited Finland to cherish his family ties and friendships.

 

FRIENDS have described Österlund as a funny “vilpert” who, however, was at the same time a cordial, responsible, inventive, talented, capable and long-term visionary. He prospered with his main job and part-time entrepreneurship, building a dream house he designed for his beloved family. The Finnish velmuila ended up living the American dream, even though he had sought a mere license to fly.

 

Life takes what it gives. Österlund, who reported his coronary infection and was in good condition, still smiled at the photo on May Day, but the progression of the disease surprised everyone. Intensive care weeks followed each other as Jenny and Nina transmitted Österlund's affiliations to close associates in the two home countries until the last spark of hope went out. The beloved pilot had ascended his wings forever.

 

Now family members and friends are looking at the holiday of the clouds. Have a good trip, Hannu - Godspeed, Hank.

 

DL Capt. Jack R. Henry

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Jack R. Henry

December 23, 1928 - September 05, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Jack Rayner Henry, age 92.  Captain Henry joined Delta Air Lines 11-11-1957. 

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

https://www.donehoo-lewisfuneralhome.com/obituary/jack-henry

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  JACK'S OBITUARY

Jack Rayner Henry, age 92, died in his sleep Sunday, September 5, 2021.  He is survived by his ex-wife and business partner Shirley “Pinky” Henry; son and daughter-in-law Kim and Maria Nolasco Henry of Sharpsburg; daughter and son-in-law Tori and David Stivers of Peachtree City; grandson Grant Stivers of Los Angeles, CA; step-granddaughter Maria J. Nolasco de Garcia and step-grandson Ervin Nolasco of Hapeville.

 

Jack was born in 1928 in Oklahoma City and was the only child of William Rayner and Mildred Orr Henry.  In 1933, Jack’s family moved to California so his dad could manage western sales for the Pet Milk Company.  They lived in rental houses in Burlingame and San Mateo, south of San Francisco.  In 1941 when Jack was 13 years old, his dad was promoted to general sales manager and transferred to Pet Milk’s corporate headquarters in St. Louis, MO.  They bought a house in Webster Groves, a small suburb of St. Louis.

 

Jack graduated from Webster Groves High School in 1947 and attended Washington University in St. Louis where he met and dated his future wife Shirley “Pinky” Pinckert.  He was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity.  In May 1951 he graduated with an engineering degree and because he already had a pilot’s license, applied and was accepted to the U.S. Air Force (AF) Aviation Cadet program.  Jack received seven months basic pilot training at Greenville (MS) AF base, followed by six months advanced pilot training at Vance AF base in Enid, OK before receiving his Lieutenant commission and wings on June 21,1952.  During nine additional weeks of training at Moody AF base in Valdosta, GA, he and Pinky were married at the base chapel on August 9, 1952.  After they moved to Tyndall Air Force Base, Panama City, FL for five weeks of training, Jack was deployed to Okinawa, Japan for 23 months at the end of the Korean War, flying the F-84F Thunderstreak fighter-bomber.  Pinky was able to quickly join him because she got a job with the Department of Army Civilians teaching children of servicemen stationed there.

 

When Jack’s AF career ended, the couple moved to Kirkwood, MO where son Kim was born April 3, 1955.  Jack tried various jobs until he was hired as a flight engineer by Delta Airlines in November 1957, and the family moved to New Orleans where daughter Tori was born May 27, 1959.  Delta transferred Jack to Atlanta in 1960 where he built a duplex for the family on Georgia Avenue in Hapeville.  The house was so close to the Atlanta airport that Jack rode his bicycle to work.  In the late 1960s before the airport expanded and took their home, Jack built another home, moving the family to Forrest Hill Drive in March 1968.   

 

Because employees and their families could fly free on Delta planes, Jack took the family on international vacations to Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Yugoslavia, Greece, Italy, England, Israel, Kenya, Egypt, Portugal, Venezuela, and Ireland. He and Pinky visited Puerto Rico, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, and Russia.  Jack also planned family camper family trips to Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico.

 

In 1963 Jack and Pinky bought 134 acres of land in Coweta County for $14,000 ($104/acre). They later bought more land in Coweta and developed Crossroads Estates and Rayner Woods subdivisions in Newnan.  Their third and last subdivision development was Oconee Woods in Sharpsburg near Canongate Golf Course.  They started clearing the land in 1995, and the first house was built in 2005.

 

In 1970, Jack was looking for a used car when he found a 1934 Ford V8 4-door sedan that still ran and was in pretty good condition.  He bought it for $350 and began his antique car restoration hobby.  He eventually took it completely apart to the frame and restored it from the ground up. Jack took auto body classes at Atlanta Area Tech and over about seven years, he refinished the car’s body. He purchased an industrial sewing machine and convinced Pinky to take upholstery classes so she could refinish the mohair car seats, which she did.  He and Pinky joined the Early Ford V8 Club of America and attended car meets in Georgia.  In 1978, the car won a 1st place trophy at the Eastern National meet and 3rd place at the Grand National meet in Tulsa, OK; they drove the car roundtrip!  Jack later bought a 1940 LaSalle sedan, restored a 1932 Ford V8 Flathead roadster and a 1940 Studebaker Commander, the car his family traveled in when they moved to St. Louis.

 

Jack was a good provider for his family, paying for college educations for both his children:  a bachelor’s degree and dental school for Kim and bachelor and master’s degrees for Tori.  He also bought them their first cars - used Ford Pintos, so he could maintain and repair them if needed.

 

Since he enjoyed ballroom dancing and big band music, after he was divorced and retired, Jack joined single senior dance groups in north Atlanta.  He was on the board of directors for Solos and After-Hours Social Club.  He was also a member of the Executive Suite Singles.  He was such a good dancer that he earned free passage on cruise ships by dancing with single women on board.  He was still participating in Atlanta dance groups when he was 90 years old.

 

Jack’s final construction project was Henry Towers, a commercial building located at 3619 South Fulton Avenue in Hapeville.  Son Kim’s dental practice operates from there and businesses rent the other offices.

 

For 52 years, Jack lived in the second house he built in Hapeville until his children moved him to Hope Center Memory Care in Fayetteville April 2020 after he could no longer live alone.  Hope and Southern Grace Hospice employees, especially his nurse Amanda and aide Angie B., took wonderful care of Jack, and his family is grateful for their kind and dedicated service.  He will be interred by the US Department of Veterans Affairs at Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA on September 24, 2021.

DL Capt. Bruce T. Cartwright

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF ret. Lt. Col., DL Capt. Bruce T. Cartwright

November 19, 1947 - July 3, 2020

 

Please forgive this belated notice but we have just learned of the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Bruce Thomas Cartwright, age 72.  Captain Cartwright joined Delta Air Lines 06-26-1978 and retired with Delta in 2004 as is noted in his obituary below. An online tribute page is available at

 https://memorial.davisfuneralhomenh.com/bruce-cartwright/4256520/ 

also at https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/16465572/Bruce-Thomas-Cartwright

And a grave site memorial can be found online at

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/221395872/bruce-thomas-cartwright

Captain Cartwright is survived by his partner Cheryl Harper. 

He had most recently resided at

53 Coburn Woods, Nashua, NH 03063.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Bruce Thomas Cartwright, 72, died on Friday, July 3, 2020 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack. He was born on November 19, 1947 in Honolulu, Hawaii, son of the late Philip Cartwright and Lois Cook.

 

He was the beloved domestic partner and best friend of Cheryl Harper. They were together since October 8, 2011.

 

Bruce served his Country with pride as a member of the US Air Force from 1971 to 1975 and remaining in the US Air Force Reserves through 2005, attaining the rank of Lt. Colonel. He received USAF OTS/Pilot Training and also attended Baldwin Wallace University in Ohio and the University of Puget in Washington. His career away from the military was spent working as a pilot for Delta Airlines from 1978 through 2004.

 

As his career would reflect, Bruce was a brilliant pilot who absolutely loved flying. He also loved being in the mountains as well as at the beach. His hobbies included skiing, hiking, fishing, gardening, and traveling. He was a dedicated runner until he was unable to run, at which point he walked 4 miles daily regardless of 9 or 90 degree weather. He was also an avid reader until Alzheimers presented.

 

Along with his loving partner Cheryl, he is survived by a niece, Nicole Hernandez; nephew, Barry Cartwright; step-sister, Josette Gamble; cousin, Nancy Goldberg; great-nephew, Raphael Hernandez; and a great-niece, Pascale Cartwright.

 

SERVICES: A Military service will be held in New Hampshire, as well as a family memorial service in California at a future date when large numbers of people can once again gather safely.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations in Bruce's name be made to either Community Hospice House, 7 Executive Park Drive, Merrimack, NH 03054, or Harbor Homes, Inc., 45 High Street, Nashua, NH 03060.

C&S?/DL Capt. Albert William Smith

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, C&S?/DL Capt. Albert William Smith

September 20, 1925 - August 14, 2021

 

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/22028892/albert-smith

 

Albert Smith, age 95

Covington, Georgia

Obituary : Mr. Albert Smith, age 95, of Social Circle passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021.  He was born September 20, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois to Albert Edward and Agnes Ann Barwig Smith who have preceded him in death.  Mr. Smith attended the Navy Pre-Flight Program at the University of North Carolina and later received his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University.  He proudly served in the United States Navy and was a Captain with *Delta Airlines flying for 40 years.  Mr. Smith enjoyed tennis, shooting sports, personal fitness, and was an avid reader.  Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his son David Smith and his wife Helen Smith.

 

Mr. Smith is survived by his children; Linda and Philip Smith of Dallas, Georgia, Mark S. Smith of Conyers, Matthew W. and Sheila Smith of Mt. Airy, Georgia, Carol Nicholson of Douglasville, Georgia, Michael A. and Dana Smith of Covington, Nancy and Brian Sutterfield of Euharlee, Georgia along with 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren and his brother Jim Smith Portland Oregon.  The family regrets that the services will be private.  J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home, TE Davis Funeral Services, 2157 East Street, SE, Covington, GA 30014.

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(*seniority date shown as 07-07-1951, based ATL, retired with Delta in 1985)

I believe Captain Smith may have first joined Chicago & Southern…..additional information is always appreciated.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

RC/NWA/DL Capt. Steven Broyles Crocker

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

RC/NWA/DL Capt. Steven Broyles Crocker

October 29, 1954 - August 30, 2021

 

https://www.memorialparkfuneralandcemetery.com/obituaries/Steven-Crocker/#!/Obituary

 

Obituary for Steven Broyles Crocker

Steven Broyles Crocker, age 66

 

Steven (Steve) was born October 29, 1954, in Pawnee, Oklahoma. He lost his battle with COVID 19 on August 30, 2021, in Bartlett, Tennessee. Steve always knew he wanted to be a pilot. After graduating from OSU, he worked his way into aviation by obtaining a flight instructor rating that allowed his to build up flight hours by instruction at various flights schools. During his career, he flew for *Republic, Northwest and Delta Airlines, based in Detroit, Michigan. Steve retired in October 2019 after a 35-year flying career. He stopped counting accumulated flight hours after 30,000+. A fellow pilot said, “There isn’t an airplane that Steve could not fly.” He was most proud of his Twin Comanche and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. At the time of his retirement, he was flying international flights as captain of the Airbus 330. He was well loved by the general aviation community in the Memphis area and throughout the country.

 

Steve is preceded by his parents, Leslie and Carmen. He leaves behind his loving wife, Paola, stepson Milo Jr. (Megan) and step-granddaughter Olivia and step-daughter Gina. He has twin daughters living in Kansas, Heather (Shawn) and granddaughter Brenda, Jennifer (Jason) and grandson Denver and granddaughter Dakota. He leaves behind his brother from Pawnee, Oklahoma, Ted (Alesa), nephews Leslie, Rolen (Malica) and Corbin. Also his brother Fred, residing in Mississippi. He leaves his Aunt Mary Lou Richardson and cousin, Tracy Richardson, (Clara) of Cushing, Oklahoma. Steve was the happiest when he was surrounded by his family and friends. He passed away a very happy man.

 

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the Highland Cemetery in Pawnee, Oklahoma.

 

The date for the local service here in Memphis is pending and will be announced.

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(*seniority date shown as  10-14-1985)

Survived by his wife Paola, whitepages lists the family’s address as

 7645 Lilly Dr.,  Southaven, MS 38671.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

DL Capt. David D. Ralston

 Update/obituary:  Capt. David D Ralston

April 28, 1937 ~ September 5, 2021 (age 84)

 

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

 https://www.macedoniamemorial.com/obituary/David-Ralston 

Captain David Ralston, a resident of Canton, Georgia, passed away September 5, 2021.

David was born on April 28, 1937 in Rochester, New York, to Gilbert and Freda (Suits) Ralston.  He attended West High School and Marshall High School.  After graduation, he attended the University of Rochester and the University of Buffalo.  

In 1958, he joined the U.S. Air Force and was accepted into Pilot Training and upon graduation, became a Fighter Pilot.  David was hired by Delta Air Lines in 1963 to start their Pilot Training Program.  He retired in 1995 as an International Captain.

He met Sandra Eskridge on a flight and they married on March 4, 1973 and had two daughters.  He was preceded in death by four sisters, one brother and grandson, Ian Ralston. David is survived by his wife Sandy, daughters Stephanie Taylor and Elizabeth Reagan (Sean).  Also surviving are grandchildren Heidi Reagan, Chloe Reagan, Colette Taylor, Hunter Taylor and Maggie Reagan.

The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice for their wonderful care.

A  private family service is being held at the National Cemetery in Canton.

Donations in David’s memory may be made to CURE, Children’s Cancer Research at Emory.  

 

           

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. David D. Ralston

April 28, 1937 ~ September 5, 2021

 

 

CARES AND CONCERNS
Thank you to Mrs. Sandra Ralston for sending the sad news of the death of her husband, retired Delta Captain David Daniel Ralston, 84.  Captain Dave was born 4/28/1937 and was hired by Delta 9/30/1963. 
Expressions of condolence may be sent to Mrs. Ralston at 329 Lakeside Trace, Canton GA 30115 --- email <ddralston56@gmail.com>.  I will forward additional information as it becomes available.
Dave

                  Thank you,

                  ~ Carol for the PCN 

Jeff Weiland, son of DL Capt. Jack & Sharon Weiland

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Jeff Weiland, son of DL Capt. Jack & Sharon Weiland

January 24, 1961 ~ September 3, 2021

 

…..sharing the saddest of news from the Weiland family….the passing of their son Jeffrey Weiland, age 60. 

Jeff’s obituary is now available online at https://hudsontorres.com/tribute/details/971/Jeff-Weiland/obituary.html 

Also at https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/22228157/jeff-weiland/bridgeport/texas/hudson-torres-family-funeral-home

Condolences may be sent to the Weiland family at

137 Cimmarron Trl.,  Runaway Bay, TX 76426.

Please see service arrangements below.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : A memorial service for Jeffrey Allen Weiland, age 60, of Weatherford, Texas will be 10:00 am Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Pleasant View Baptist Church in Bridgeport. Luncheon will follow at the church. Jeff gained his wings on Friday, September 3 at home surrounded by his family.

 

He was born January 24, 1961 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to John Anthony ‘Jack’ and Sharon Lee (Wageman) Weiland.

 

Jeff attended Texas A&M University and was a true Aggie thru and thru.

 

Right out of college in 1983 he started his career with General Dynamics, which later became Lockheed Martin. He had a love of F-16s and they have been his passion throughout his career.

 

Jeff married the love of his life, Malynda O’Dea in 1984 and went on to have a son and daughter.

 

He was a world traveler and worked in numerous countries and built longstanding friendships with people everywhere he went.

 

Jeff never met a stranger and was commonly referred to as a gentle giant. He took on the role of papa to many children, and touched and impacted more people than he ever realized.

 

He was a family man and worked his entire life to provide for his family. His grandkids were the light of his life, and he was theirs.

 

Survivors include parents Jack and Sharon Weiland of Runaway Bay, Texas; wife  Malynda Weiland of Weatherford; son John Weiland of Weatherford; daughter Tamara Cabe and spouse Crystale of Granbury, Texas; granddaughters Brooklyn, Harley, Madison, and Kensleigh; sister Patricia Short and husband Mike of Chico, Texas; brother Craig Weiland and wife Jana of Llano, Texas; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.

 

He was preceded in death by grandparents John and Sylvia Weiland, and Hank and Ann Wageman.

 

 Hudson & Torres Family Funeral Home

1401 Halsell Street, Bridgeport, Texas 76426

Phone: 940-683-1704   Email: hudsontorresffh@gmail.com

 

 

NWA/DL Capt. David Guy Begin

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA/DL Capt. David Guy Begin

March 2, 1958 ~ July 18, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Northwest/Delta pilot Captain David Guy Begin, age 63.  Captain Begin joined Northwest Airlines 10-28-1988.  He is survived by his wife Anne and his two sons Zachery and Colter.

Obituary information may be viewed online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theday/name/david-begin-obituary?pid=200036080

As noted in the obituary below, no services per Captain Begin’s wishes.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Port Royal, S.C. - David Guy Begin, 63, passed away July 18, 2021, at his home in Port Royal, S.C., surrounded by his immediate family. David was born March 2, 1958, in New London.

 

He grew up in Niantic, and graduated from East Lyme High School in 1976. David was a talented trumpet and flugelhorn player. He played for pleasure and also with the high school marching band and the Dick Pillar Band. He enjoyed golfing and played many courses around the world.

 

David attended UCONN and graduated in 1980, from the ROTC program, and became a pilot in the United States Air Force. He married his high school sweetheart Anne in June of 1981, and then began his military career flying A-10s. After retiring from the Air Force as captain, David then became a captain for Northwest Airlines. Following his career with Northwest (now Delta), David worked as an administrator for the International Federation of Airline Pilots in Montreal, Canada. Following this, David traded flying for sailing. Once certified with his captain's license, he, Anne and their beloved dog, Luna, set sail throughout the Caribbean aboard their 44-foot catamaran, "The Huntress." They met many interesting people during this adventure and made a great friends along the way. After a few years of living on the water, David and Anne decided to head for shore, eventually settling in Port Royal, S.C.

 

Although David's life was cut short, he lived his life fearlessly, with many exciting adventures, and always looking for challenges along the way. He will be remembered as a loving husband and father with a compassionate, caring and gentle soul. In his final days, David said, "When you think of me, just smile."

 

In addition to his wife Anne, David is survived by his two sons, Zachery and Colter Begin (Mei); his mother Barbara Begin; brother Paul Begin (Gigi); and his sisters, Katherine Fontaine (Ken) and Kristin Teague; mother-in-law Theresa Czaplicki; and brothers-in-law, Romuald (Lindsey) and Paul (Caroline). David also leaves many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Guy Begin; and father-in-law Romuald Czaplicki.

 

Upon David's request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in David's name to the American Cancer Society at www.CancerResearch.org

NWA Capt. Paul Lewis Baertsch Jr.

 

 

…..belated notice…..

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Paul Lewis Baertsch Jr.

March 27, 1941 ~ May 31, 2020

 

Last year we received notice that retired Northwest pilot Captain Paul Lewis Baertsch Jr. had passed but to date we are still seeking more information.  Friends write: “I have been notified by a family contact that Paul Baertsch passed away on

May 31, 2020 from complications of Pulmonary Fibrosis. Further details will be provided as they become available.”

From what I can determine, Paul graduated from Crosby High School in Crosby ND, was a USAF veteran, and joined Northwest Airlines 05-06-1968.   He had most recently resided in Stuart, Florida and was 79 years of age at time of passing. 

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

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN