DL Capt. Henry "Hank" Coppola

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF, DL Capt. Henry "Hank" Coppola

January 25, 1947 ~ October 29, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Henry Nicholas Coppola, age 74.  Captain Coppola joined Delta Air Lines 05-02-1977 and retired with Delta based 030/ATL.  He is survived by his wife Claudia and daughter Sophia.

For those wishing to send condolences, the family’s address is listed in whitepages as

11248 Riverwood Pl.,  North Palm Beach, FL 33408.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Henry "Hank" Coppola

Henry "Hank" Coppola, aged 74, passed away peacefully at home on October 29, 2021. Born on January 25, 1947, Hank was adopted by Larry and Arden Coppola. He graduated from Forest Hill High School in 1965 and went on to graduate from University of Florida in 1969. He served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war and worked as a Delta Airlines pilot for 26 years. Hank is survived by his wife Claudia and his beloved adopted daughter Sophia. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 2nd at 2:00 PM followed by a memorial service at 3:30 PM at Howard Quattlebaum Funeral Home, 754 US Hwy 1, North Palm Beach, FL.

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NWA, USAF ret. Lt. Colonel George Edward Riddle

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA, USAF ret. Lt. Colonel George Edward Riddle

March 12, 1940 ~ October 22, 2021

 

Notice of passing…. USAF retired Lt. Colonel George Edward Riddle, age 81.  Obituary below notes his retirement with Northwest Airlines.  He is survived by his wife Lynn, his children and his grandchildren. 

Obituary is available online at

 https://www.emeraldcoastfuneralhome.com/tributes/George-Riddle 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : George Edward Riddle

Retired Lt. Colonel George Edward Riddle, loving husband, and devoted father, passed away at the age of 81, on October 22, 2021, in Fort Walton Beach. George was born in Lynchburg, VA on March 12, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marshall Stuart Riddle and Girthie Riddle. George has two living brothers, Marshall and Wayne.

 

After graduating from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, VA, he graduated from Virginia Tech earning a B.S. degree in Architectural Engineering. Later in life, he additionally earned an MBA from Auburn University. After graduating from college, he joined the US Air Force and attended flight school in Selma, AL. While there in Selma, he met the love of his life, Lynn Diane Burrows. He and Lynn together raised two sons and one daughter - Grieg, Scott, and Brenda. Their three children blessed them with nine grandchildren - Ashley, Lindsey, Seth, Katelyn, Luke, Collin, Ainsley, Everly, and Preston. 

 

During his military career, George served in Vietnam as a pilot and was awarded both the Silver Star and the Purple Heart. Later in his career, he also served as a flight instructor at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs. After retiring from the Air Force after 22 years of service, he was a commercial pilot briefly for Orion Airlines and later, for Northwest (Delta) Airlines. After retiring from Northwest Airlines, George and Lynn took numerous cruises and traveled worldwide with friends.

 

Favorite memories from his friends and family include his handyman skills, love for tools, and his desire to always take advantage of two-for-one sales and mail-in rebates. He had the unique ability to fix anything mechanical.  George will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

 

Expressions of love and sympathy may be placed and viewed online at www.emeraldcoastfuneralhome.com

DL Capt. M. Arlen Lindsey

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. M. Arlen Lindsey

January 28, 1937 - October 20, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta pilot Captain Magness Arlen Lindsey, age 84.  Captain Lindsey joined Delta Air Lines 10-18-1965 and retired with Delta based Dallas.  He is survived by his wife Judy, his children and his grandchildren.

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

 https://www.grimesfuneralchapels.com/memorialpage.asp?id=25342

Arrangements were entrusted to Grimes Funeral Chapels of Kerrville, TX.

Condolences may be sent to the family at

200 Judys Place, Kerrville, TX 78028.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Magness Arlen Lindsey

Magness Arlen Lindsey, 84, resident of Kerrville, Texas, passed away October 20th, 2021.

Arlen, also known as PeeWee, Daddy or Poppy, was born January 28, 1937 in Devine, Texas to parents George and Dene Lindsey. His siblings include Georgie Sansom, Elsie Benson and the late Curtis Lindsey and Stanley Lindsey. He married Judy Dunks on November 26, 1959 and has been blessed with 64 years of marriage.

 

Arlen grew up on a farm in Devine, Texas where he learned many life lessons and a very strong work ethic. He graduated from Devine High School and went on to attend Schreiner University. His desire to become a pilot led him to Texas A&M University where he enlisted in the Corps and entered flight school. He graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Business Administration in 1959. Arlen served his country by enlisting in the United States Army and did a tour in Vietnam. After his time in the military he began his career of flying commercial airplanes for Delta Air Lines for 31 years. During this time they built their first home in Lewisville, Texas and then took on a monumental task of remodeling a Victorian home in Gainesville, Texas. Followed by building a home on Eagle Mountain Lake where he enjoyed boating, fishing and entertaining his grandkids on the lake. Following his retirement they moved to the family ranch in Kerrville, Texas where he could ''fix anything,'' feed wildlife and conspire against predators. Arlen enjoyed hunting, family, desserts and fun. Arlen loved to go on traveling adventures including long road trips in the RV to flying to Alaska to visit his sister. He especially enjoyed the yearly family hunting trip of 50 years to Colorado.

 

Arlen is survived by his wife, Judy Lindsey; son, Rod Lindsey (Kendra) of San Antonio, Texas and daughters, Denise Mozingo of Georgetown, Texas and Jill Osborne of Grapevine, Texas. His grandchildren include Sam Lindsey (Alexis), Marin Lindsey, Magness Lindsey, Hillary Mozingo, Jordan West, Jacob Osborne (Kayla), Noah Osborne, and Lindsey Osborne.

 

The family wishes to thank Kerrville Physical Therapy Center, Hill Country Memorial Emergency Room and Hill Country Memorial Hospice for his care these last few months.

 

Visitation will be from 2-3 on Sunday, October 24th at Grimes Funeral Chapels. Graveside services will be held October 25th at 2pm at Garden of Memories, Kerrville, Texas.

 

NWA/DL Capt. Gerard Leo Bryndal

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA/DL Capt. Gerard Leo Bryndal

September 29, 1953 - October 20, 2021

 

Notice with the passing of retired Northwest/Delta pilot Captain Gerard “Jerry” Leo Bryndal, age 68.  Captain Bryndal joined Northwest Airlines 11-23-1984 and retired with Delta Air Lines in 2017 as noted in his obituary.  He is survived by his wife Mary Anne, and his daughters and their families.  To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

 https://foxandweeks.com/obituaries/o/8558/Gerard-Leo-Bryndal

Services are under the direction of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel (912) 352-7200

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

9 Bluegrass Lane,  Savannah, GA 31405.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : On October 20th, 2021 Gerard Leo Bryndal passed away after losing his third battle with cancer.

He was a hero and much loved by his family. Jerry was only 68 years old, born on September 29th, 1953 in Ohio and the son of Edward and Mary Lou Bryndal. He retired to Savannah, GA with his wife, Mary Anne, after completing a 33-year career flying for Northwest then Delta Airlines.  During his career he flew over one million people safely to their destinations, always with a smile on his face. Before that he served 10 years as a pilot for the Navy, and Navy Reserves, achieving the rank of Lt. Commander.

 

Jerry is survived by his wife, Mary Anne, of 43 years, their two daughters, Rebecca with husband Alex, and Anna with husband Joseph, and two grandsons, Jeremy (8 years), and Mason (20 months), his mother, Mary Lou Bryndal, his mother-in-law, Madeline Wellman, and his six siblings and their families.

 

He loved playing golf, woodworking, building fine furniture, working in his garden, and spending time with his family.

 

His funeral mass will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Savannah on Monday, October 25th at 11:00 a.m. with Military honors.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made in his name, Gerard Bryndal, to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this tough time.

 

 

DL CAPT. RICHARD MONTGOMERY BRINER

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL CAPT. RICHARD MONTGOMERY BRINER

May 26, 1941 - October 18, 2021

 

Notice of passing….retired Delta pilot Captain RICHARD MONTGOMERY BRINER, age 80.  Captain Briner joined Delta Air Lines 03-13-1970 and was based Dallas, then 031/JFK at the time of his retirement.  He is survived by his wife Carol, and his sons and their families. 

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

https://www.billdeberry.com/obituary/richard-briner 

Please see obituary information for services and arrangements.

Arrangements are in the care of Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors, 2025 W. University, Denton, Texas 76201.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : RICHARD MONTGOMERY BRINER

Richard Montgomery Briner, Age 80, of Sanger, TX passed away peacefully on October 18, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 26, 1941, in Jacksonville, FL to Captain Richard and Dorothy Briner (USN retired) of Carlisle, PA.

 

Richard, also known as Dick, grew up in a Navy aviation family and lived at many bases across the U.S. as well as the Philippines. He attended William Tennent High School in Southampton, PA where he met his future wife Carolyn Mowers. Excelling in math and wrestling, he graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1964. He married Carolyn in 1965 at the U.S. Naval Academy Chapel in Annapolis, MD. They were stationed at Cecil Field in Jacksonville, FL where Dick flew the A-4 and A-7 attack aircraft. In July 1967 he served on the USS Forrestal flying combat missions into North Vietnam. After returning from a mission a catastrophic inferno broke out on the ship’s flight deck. During this tragedy he helped injured sailors and aided in the recovery of the damaged ship.

 

In 1970 Dick transitioned from the active Navy and started flying for Delta Airlines. He and Carol moved to Texas and quickly settled on a grass airstrip near Sanger. Dick transferred to the Navy Reserve where he flew the F-8 and F-4 fighters at Navy Dallas. “Tricky” was known for a good Navy low pass or two over the airstrip in the early years where Old Glory was always flying high.

 

During his airline career Dick flew the L-100, DC-8, DC-9, B-727, B-737, L-1011, B-757 and B-767 aircraft. While flying the B-737, he instructed and mentored Delta pilots as a Line Check Airman fueling his passion for helping fellow aviators. In May 2001 he retired after 31 years as a B-767 Captain with an epic retirement flight and party in Nice, France.

 

Over the years, Dick had many interests that fed his zest for life and relentless work ethic. He started several small businesses, ran cattle with his wife and sons, raised horses and goats, and he was instrumental in designing and developing an addition to the airstrip community near Sanger. Dick loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He often told humorous stories accompanied by a quick smile. He also enjoyed flying, horseback riding, his animals, and his various homestead improvement projects. Dick was meticulous and ingenious; he could design, build, and fix almost anything—he instilled in his sons the importance of “attention to detail” to get the job done right the first time. He was a gifted horseman, a tremendous athlete, and it was common to see him put a wrestling move or two on his buddies or sons in the squadron, house, or hangar…even in his later years.

 

Dick was generous and he enjoyed helping others. He coached Little League Baseball and Pee Wee Football during his sons’ school years. He started and coached Sanger’s first youth wrestling team. He was known for giving rides to friends of all ages in his Christen Eagle II or vintage Cessna 140. Often, these flights were a first-time airplane ride or an aerobatic thrill flight. Dick taught both of his sons to fly. In addition, he had a passion for mentoring young aspiring service members and pilots to help them achieve their goals and dreams.

 

Richard Briner was a courageous man having endured dementia for an extended period, always with his loving wife Carol at his side. His love of life, his humor and his smile will be remembered. He is survived by his wife Carol of 56 years; his sister Anne Supper (Lee); two sons Rich (Annette) and John (Bryn); his 5 grandchildren: Rachael, Katherine, Reese, Andrew, and Zachary; two nieces Nancy Fitts (Cubby) and Caty Fortuin (Matt).

 

The family will receive friends on Saturday, November 13, 2021, from 10:30-11:00 am at the DeBerry Funeral Home, 2025 West University Drive, Denton, Texas with a service immediately following at 11:00 am. Interment with military honors will occur at a later date on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Academy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Dementia Society of America.

 

NEA/DL Capt. John ''Jack'' R. Lynch Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NEA/DL Capt. John ''Jack'' R. Lynch Jr.

October 22, 1942 ~ October 6, 2021

 

Notice of passing….. retired Northeast/Delta pilot Captain John ''Jack'' R. Lynch Jr., age 78.  Captain Lynch first joined Northeast Airlines 11-04-1968 and retired with Delta Air Lines, based JFK/031.  Widowed in September 2014 by the passing of his wife Joanne, Captain Lynch is survived by his sons and their families.

To view the obituary online please visit

https://www.patriotledger.com/obituaries/patriot-ledger_cn13991701

Condolences may be sent to the Lynch family at this mailing address:  

PO Box 420 , Wolfeboro Falls   NH   03896-0420

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : John ''Jack'' R. Lynch of Wolfeboro, NH passed away on Wednesday October 6, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born on October 22, 1942 to Raymond Lynch and Marion (Drumm) Lynch of Pepperell, MA. Jack was raised in Pepperell, and while attending the schools there, he excelled athletically, especially in basketball and track. Upon graduation from high school, he would make a decision that would change the course of his life: he applied and entered the United States Army Warrant Officer Aviation Program during the Vietnam War. Certainly this decision had its risks, but Jack wanted to create a future for himself, and serving his country was the right choice for him. Jack attended and graduated from flight school at Fort Rucker, Alabama and went on to become a decorated combat Huey helicopter pilot during his time in the service. Upon leaving active duty in 1968, he continued to follow his passion for aviation, attending Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston while working on his civilian fixed wing certifications.

It was during his time at Wentworth he met the love of his life: his late wife Joanne ONeil in Kenmore Square, Boston. They were married in 1969, and Jack began his lifelong career as a commercial airline pilot for Northeast Air Lines, which later became Delta Air Lines. Jack and Joanne made their home in Duxbury, MA, where they worked tirelessly to create a warm and loving environment for family and friends. They would come to raise three sons and found great enjoyment attending their sons athletic events. Additionally, a date night at The Milepost in Duxbury was a favorite. In his free time, Jack really enjoyed boating in the waters around Duxbury Bay and Cape Cod. He and his family also enjoyed the summer months in Wolfeboro, NH on Lake Winnipesaukee. He referred to the time spent in Duxbury and Wolfeboro as the best of both worlds. Jack dedicated 33 years to Delta, retiring as a Captain who flew internationally. He loved flying ''across the pond'' to European destinations, especially Italy and Greece, and he often spoke of the food and art he enjoyed. He had many stories to share with his family, and he always returned with gifts for his loving wife Joanne. After Jack retired from Delta, both he and Joanne built a new home in Wolfeboro, NH. In these later years, Jack and Joanne enjoyed traveling around the country as well, especially to Indian Rocks Beach, Florida when it became cold during the winter months. Jack also developed a passion for cooking and was often focused on the meals he would prepare for days to come when family was gathered. All that said, nothing brought him as much joy as being the doting ''Deeda'' to his six grandchildren---Sean Pat, Erin, Abby, Kathleen, Hannah, and Reagan. Jack also adored all of the family dogs.

Jack can be best described as a dedicated family man who was humble, compassionate, and generous. As a man of faith, he truly enjoyed helping others and felt it his responsibility. His larger than life personality, infectious positive nature, and friendly disposition made him the life of the party even if he was just at the grocery store downtown. Jack was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne, in 2014, and is survived by his three sons and their families: Sean and Lisa Lynch of Weymouth, MA; Ryan and Beth Lynch of Hanover, MA; and Chris and Heather Lynch of Dover, NH. He is also survived by his sister Betty Lynch of Pepperell, MA. Services, provided by Lord Funeral Home in Wolfeboro, NH, are private.

In lieu of flowers, and at his request, donations may be made to his grandson's special needs trust (The Special Needs Trust of Sean P. Lynch, Jr., P.O. Box 420, Wolfeboro Falls, NH 03896).

 

………………………………….

Wife:   Joanne K. (O'Neil) Lynch, of Wolfeboro, N.H., passed away peacefully in the safety and warmth of her New Hampshire home, September 26, 2014, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by family, and overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee, one of her favorite places.

Joanne was born June 8, 1945, to John and Doris O'Neil of Dorchester, Mass. She was raised in both Dorchester and Weymouth, Mass.  Joanne graduated from Weymouth High School in 1963 and went on to receive her bachelor's degree in Education from Bridgewater State College in 1967.

She fulfilled her dream of becoming a school teacher and taught elementary school for the town of Weymouth………...

http://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2014/10/joanne-lynch-wife-of-dl-capt-john-jack.html

DL pilot Padraic Conan McCracken

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL pilot Padraic Conan McCracken

August 27, 1969 ~ March 25, 2020

 

Belated notice of passing …. Delta pilot Padraic ‘Pat’ Conan McCracken, age 50, joined Delta Air Lines 03-17-2008, and was based Atlanta.  Obituary information remains available online at

https://www.highlandfh.com/obituary/Padraic-McCracken

“Pat never really liked the “Pat was survived by” section of an obituary because he loved his friends and cousins deeply like family. Paddy is survived by all those who were honored and lucky enough to be loved by him and proud to call him husband, dad, son, brother, cousin and friend.”

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Padraic Conan McCracken at the age of 50 lost his battle to brain cancer, dying peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, in his home in Longwood, Florida, surrounded by his wife Kelly and children Fiona and Liam.

 

Padraic had been diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme Grade IV, the most aggressive form of a deadly brain cancer two years earlier. Similar to his walk in life, he fought his cancer bravely and fiercely seeking treatments at Duke, MD Anderson, UCLA, and here in Orlando. During his battle he underwent two brain surgeries, multiple radiation treatments, chemotherapy, blood transfusions and associated surgeries and hospitalizations.

 

Pat, who grew up with the nickname Paddy, fought his battle against cancer like he lived his life: with a quiet but heroic reserve, fiercely living the life he had left with the people he loved most. He traveled the world with his family, watched his children run 19 mile races, and even saw his son complete a 39 mile race challenge at the age of 15. He loved to watch his daughter ride horses competitively and watch his son play soccer. They took hikes, road trips, played games, attended family birthday parties, and so much more; and that was all after cancer. Before cancer he was the dad that threw the kids in the pool while the other grown ups were talking on the side, he taught countless kids how to skateboard and ride bikes, and volunteered at the kids’ school to take the kids canoeing. He took professional photographs of his daughters varsity cheer squad and never missed an opportunity to love on his kids. Pat lived a more present and engaged life with his children and wife, than most people live in a lifetime.

 

Paddy was born the second of four children in Queens, New York, to Rosemary and Bill McCracken on August 27, 1969. He grew up in a fireman’s family in the Irish neighborhood of Marine Park in Brooklyn, New York. The family moved to Longwood, Florida, where Paddy finished middle and high school. After high school Paddy joined the Navy, entering college with an NROTC scholarship. He attended Jacksonville University, where he met his wife Kelly. He graduated in 1992, and was commissioned as a Naval Officer. He married Kelly at Annunciation Catholic Church on July 9th, 1994. Pat’s military career found them living in many places including San Diego, CA (USS SIDES FFG-14) Pensacola, FL (flight training) and Fairfax, VA (BUPERS). Paddy eventually separated from the Navy to pursue his dream of commercial air flying. He was intensely proud to work for Delta Airlines and to accomplish his lifelong dream to become a captain at his airline of choice.

 

In his spare time Paddy had many hobbies that he perused with a pilots passion. He was a mountain climber, scuba diver, and sky diver. He was a watch maker, photographer, and loved to tinker with his old Jeep. He loved hiking, working out, and had a deep love of history and pride in our country and his Irish heritage.

 

Pat will probably be best known for his deep love to his family, his quiet but commanding presence, his dry sense of humor and contagious laugh, his love of adventure, his honor and integrity, and his undying loyalty to all of those he loved.

 

Pat never really liked the “Pat was survived by” section of an obituary because he loved his friends and cousins deeply like family. Paddy is survived by all those who were honored and lucky enough to be loved by him and proud to call him husband, dad, son, brother, cousin and friend.

 

In lieu of flowers, a GoFundMe account for his family has been established and can be accessed here:

 

Fundraiser by Lisa Evans : Let’s Help The McCracken Family

 

 

DL Capt. Stanley Jurgelsky

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL Capt. Stanley Jurgelsky

September 5, 1932 - February 5, 2021

 

Belated notice of passing…..  retired Delta pilot Captain Stanley Jurgelsky, age 88.  Captain Jurgelsky joined Delta Air Lines 10-09-1959 and retired with Delta in 1992, based Atlanta.  He is survived by his wife Adele, his children and his grand- and great grandchildren.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.lewisfuneralhomes.net/obituaries/Stanley-Jurgelsky?obId=19999278

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Stan Jurgelsky, 88, of Navarre, Florida, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, Friday, February 5, 2021.

 

He was born in Englishtown, New Jersey, and graduated from Rutgers University with a BS in Science and lettering in basketball and baseball.

 

Stan’s many accomplishments included: one year of teaching, four years in the Navy, almost thirty-four years with Delta Airlines, certification on nine aircrafts flying all over the world, serving two terms on Delta’s Master Executive Council, founder and owner of a Lear Jet company called “Jet America”, owner of a restaurant called “Captain Orange”, formation of a family owned real estate company for which he personally obtained real estate, general contractor, and mortgage broker licenses. He built many beautiful residences and multifamily homes in the Navarre area, including his own home. He was an animal lover and enjoyed feeding the neighborhood cats and dogs while on his walks, loved gardening and landscaping and won “yard of the month” one year. Everyone loved his mustache, his stories, and his numerous acts of kindness and generosity. Stan will be missed terribly, but never forgotten by all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

 

Stan is survived by his loving wife of 63 ½ years, Adele; his daughter, Debbie, in Louisiana; daughter, Cathy, and her husband, Harry, in Navarre; son, Stan, and his wife, Anita, in Alabama; son, Steve, and his wife, Terri, in Louisiana; and his brother, William, in Virginia. He has five loving grandchildren, Harry, Melissa, Ryan, Sarah, and Stefanie; four great grandchildren, Richie, Samantha, Benjamin, and Tommy; and his two cats, Torty and Socks.

 

Funeral Services will be held for Stan Jurgelsky at 10:00 a.m., Friday, February 19, 2021, at St. Sylvester’s Catholic Church, with Father John Kelly officiating. A short service will directly follow at Rose Lawn Cemetery.

 

Lewis Funeral Home of Navarre has been entrusted with arrangements.

 

The family requests memorial donations may be made, in Stan’s name, to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).

 

DONATIONS BY MAIL:

Disabled American Veterans

PO Box 14301

Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301

 

GIVE ONLINE: https://www.dav.org/

DL Capt. Allen M. Ice

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Allen M. Ice

MARCH 21, 1945 – OCTOBER 16, 2021

 

From family we have received this news with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Allen Mitchell Ice, age 76.  Captain Ice joined Delta Air Lines 01-20-1977 and retired with Delta based ATL/030.  He is survived by his wife Carol, his daughter Angela, and his brother retired WA/DL pilot Capt. Bill Ice plus many more dear friends and family members.    

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/deerfield-beach-fl/allen-ice-10403247 

Obituary is also available for viewing at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/sunsentinel/name/allen-ice-obituary?id=30917312 

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

4401 NE 30th Ter.,  Lighthouse Point, FL 33064.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  Allen Mitchell Ice, age 76, of Lighthouse Point, Florida passed away October 16th, 2021. He passed away at Holy Cross Hospital after a long battle with congestive heart failure. Beloved husband of 40 years to Carol. Cherished Father of Angela; Father-in-law of Brad; Grandfather of Ava; Brother of Bill; Brother-in-law of Renate, Chris, Dave, Mike, Wendy, Julie, Clark, Sam, Bill, Rosie, Shelly Y, Manny, Pat, and Shelly M; Uncle of Jared, Bekka, Amanda, Drew, Michael, Nicole, Gina, Abby, Allie, Maggie, Jack, Charlie, Lily, and Cece.

 

He was an alumnus of the Illini and was a sports enthusiast. He was a Vietnam Airforce veteran and had a longtime career as a pilot of Delta and Net jets. Al was a beloved and respected friend to all who knew him. His kindness, decency and gentleness will remain in our hearts always!

 

The family will be holding a service on Deerfield Beach, Saturday, October 23rd at 3:30 pm. There will be a celebration of life at JB’s on the Beach after the ceremony from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

 

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Riley Children’s Foundation. 30 South Meridian Street #200, Indianapolis, IN 46204. https://www.rileykids.org/

 

FUNERAL HOME:

Kraeer Funeral Home and Cremation Center

217 E HILLSBORO BLVD

Deerfield Beach, FL

 

PAA/DL Capt. Forrest ‘Glenn’ Rhodes

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

PAA/DL Capt. Forrest ‘Glenn’ Rhodes

Sept. 20, 1938 ~ Oct. 15, 2021

 

Notice of passing…..retired Pan Am/Delta pilot Captain Forrest ‘Glenn’ Rhodes, age 83.  Captain Rhodes joined Pan American 12-06-1965 and retired with Delta Air Lines, based 030/SLC at the time of his retirement.  He is survived by his children and stepchildren, and his grand- and step-grandchildren.  

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

https://www.ballardfh.com/obituary/glenn-rhodes 

Obituary may also be viewed at

https://www.codyenterprise.com/news/obituaries/article_dc76cfa6-31d5-11ec-b9b7-2b9be9ba0944.html

Please see obituary below for services and arrangements.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Forrest ‘Glenn’ Rhodes

Forrest “Glenn” Rhodes, a retired Pan Am and Delta pilot and resident of Wapiti, Wyoming passed away on Oct. 15, 2021, at the age of 83.

 

Glenn was born in Reno, Nevada, to Louise Ferguson and Forrest Leroy Rhodes on Sept. 20, 1938. 

 

Glenn’s life was filled with adventure. After a family move to France, Glenn attended the Paris American High School. During that time, he frequently visited the jazz clubs of Paris where his love of music, especially jazz, was forged. Further education included a two-month German language program in Heidelberg, Germany, and three years as a chemistry major at the University of Nevada, Reno.

 

Glenn experienced the life of an “itinerant musician” in Reno and the San Francisco Bay Area as a young man. Then after a short time working in the chemical industry, Glenn began his career as a pilot, eventually flying for Pan Am.

 

He was proud to be part of the Pan Am family and considered that part of his life a true blessing. He flew all over the world and worked to become “the best with the best.” After Delta Airlines bought out Pan Am, Glenn was able to continue flying as a captain with Delta until his retirement.

 

Glenn lived across the U.S. in Connecticut, Pennsylvania, California, New Mexico, Washington and Montana, but he retired to the mountains of Wapiti where he never tired of the beautiful views. He was an environmentalist and outdoor enthusiast; he liked fishing, camping and hiking, spending much of his earlier days in Glacier National Park. But his favorite hobby was, without a doubt, hunting. Glenn also had a great love and appreciation for Native American culture.

 

As a young adult he became very involved in the Blackfeet and Kainai/Blackfoot Nations. Additionally, he enjoyed reading, music, cooking, and his collections. He loved his dogs, and he especially loved his friends and family. Glenn was loved by his friends and family and will be greatly missed.

 

Glenn is preceded in death by his brother Larry Rhodes, and his son Brandon Rhodes.

 

He is survived by his children Eric Rhodes (former spouse, Michelle) and Rebecca (Arne) Flaten; stepchildren Heather Damewood, Brian (Tammy) Clore; grandchildren Amanda, Erika, Gabriella, Natasha, Lara; step-grandchildren Jenaya, Victoria, Josiah; brother Jeffrey Rhodes; adoptive Kainai/Blackfoot brother Alfred Standing Alone; former spouse Patricia and former spouse Marilyn; his Wapiti “family,” Woody, Catherine, Ellie and Alex Wooden, and Jim and Madonna Zumbo; and his beloved dog Zeke.

 

Visitation will be at Ballard Funeral Home on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, at 1 p.m. with funeral services starting at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Please wear a mask to this service. Committal services will take place at Riverside Cemetery.

 

An online guestbook is available at BallardFH.com. 

Ballard Funeral Home (307) 587-3011

636 19th Street | PO Box 2136 , Cody, WY 82414-2136.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Research Hospital (one of Glenn’s favorite charities) at stjude.org.

www.stjude.org    

Lipika Mohanty Kearns, wife of DL Capt. L. Kendall Kearns

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Lipika Mohanty Kearns, wife of DL Capt. L. Kendall Kearns

1966 ~ 2021

 

Notice of passing….. Lipika Mohanty Kearns, age 55, wife of ATL based DL Capt. L. Kendall Kearns.

https://www.dailyadvent.com/news/be6526a22fb4924519f267c2fb762fa1-Lipika-Mohanty-Kearns

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Lipika Mohanty Kearns

 Lipika Mohanty died in the evening of Sept. 20, 2021 at her home and that of her husband: Kendall Kearns, in Fayetteville, Ga.

 

Lipika was the daughter of Dr. Rama and Mrs. Anasuya Mohanty. Dr. and Mrs.

 

Mohanty, Lipika and her brother, Bijoy, were originally from Orissa, India. Dr. Mohanty was recruited to the United States to get his PhD and to teach nuclear physics. He taught at Berkley, NYU and lastly at LSU. The family then lived for a number of years in Baton Rouge, La.

 

Kendall is the son of Dot and Lyles Kearns, Lyles having died in 2016. Jeffri and Tommy Adkins of Charlottesville, Va. and Leigh and John Owens of Chapel Hill, NC are Kendall's sisters and brothers-in-law. They have seven children and five grandchildren to call Kendall "uncle." Dot's sister, Faye Kendall Wright, also has a large family of "grands" who also can call Kendall "uncle".

 

Kendall and Lipika met in 1990, when both became employees of Delta Airlines, Kendall as a pilot, having just completed a tour in the U.S. Air Force, and Lipika, as an airline stewardess. They originally lived in and flew out of New York City, but later moved to Fayetteville, Ga. to fly then from the Atlanta airport. They married on May 1, 2010 in the garden of a retired Episcopal priest whom they met while out walking with their beloved Maltese dog, Madison, and the priest's dog.

 

Lipika seemed healthy and energetic, but went to the doctor because her eyes became jaundiced. The doctor told Kendall that day, that that almost always was an indication that cancer was somewhere in the body. Indeed it was. Nothing seemed to halt its spread. They went numerous times to Emory, Pittsburg, Pa., the Mayo Clinic and elsewhere for explorations and treatments, and Lipika worked through rounds and rounds of hard chemotherapy but to no avail. The cancer spread into the liver and lungs and grew rapidly.

 

Kendall's sister, Jeffri, spent the last two weeks of Lipika's life with her and Kendall. Jeffri was a nurse by first profession and in recent years worked with Hospice in Charlottesville, Va., a great comfort for her to be there in those last days.

 

Lipika and Kendall's home was recently filled with neighbors and people who came from many places to honor the couple and to attend the traditional Hindu cremation ceremony. Jeffri's husband, Tommy and Leigh Kearns Owens' husband, John, and neighbors kept food available for all guests during the days following Lipika's passage.

 

While sadness was so poignant, love and human warmth predominated throughout the very large and diverse gathering of family, friends, work colleagues and neighbors. A memorable time in many lives.

USAFR, DL Colonel Paul R. Wietbrock

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAFR, DL Colonel Paul R. Wietbrock

February 15, 1964 ~ September 12, 2021

 

Notice of passing …..  Delta captain USAFR Colonel Paul R. Wietbrock, age 57.  Colonel Wietbrock joined Delta Air Lines 03-09-2000.  He is survived by his wife Lisa and his children. 

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

https://www.sheetsfuneral.com/obituary/ColonelPaul-WietbrockUSAFR

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

 13129 Polk St.,  Cedar Lake, IN 46303.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Colonel Paul R. Wietbrock, USAFR,  57, of Lowell, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021.  He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Lisa; children Sarah and John; parents, Ronald and Judy; sister in law, Susie; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

 

He was recently preceded in death by his brother, David.

 

Paul was a graduate of Lowell High School, Indiana State University ROTC, and Embry Riddle Aeronautical Univ.  He was a member of Lowell’s American Legion, VFW, Lion’s Club and Trinity Lutheran Church.  Paul was a Captain with Delta Airlines since 2000.  He served in the United States Air Force for 30 years, 12 years active duty, followed by 18 years in the Air Force Reserves.  

 

Paul dedicated his life to GOD, family, Country and friends.  His zest for life and sense of humor was contagious.  He had a smile for everyone. To be with Paul was a guaranteed good time.

 

Visitation Thursday, September 16 from 4-8 at Sheets Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Lowell, with Funeral Services, Friday at 11 AM, at his church, 631 W. Commercial Ave., Lowell.  Burial will follow in Lowell Memorial Cemetery.

 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to his Church or the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org

 

www.sheetsfuneral.com

NC/RC/NWA Capt. John Gordon Ebert III

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NC/RC/NWA Capt. John Gordon Ebert III

September 20, 1940 - October 9, 2021

 

Notice of passing…..retired North Central/Republic/Northwest Airlines pilot Captain John Gordon Ebert III, age 81. 

To view the obituary online and share memories please visit

 https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/John-Ebert-6/

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  John Gordon Ebert III

On Saturday, October 9th the Lord called John G. Ebert III, Diane's knight in shining armor, home to join His army. John had a strong faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was a member of The Naples Gathering church. Although he is now absent from the body, he is present with the Lord.

 

John was born September 20, 1940 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. During the past several years, he fought a very difficult, yet incredibly courageous battle with cancer.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Elenora Ebert.

 

He is survived by his loving wife of sixty-one and half years, Diane; his two children, John (Patty) Ebert IV and Brett (Anita) Ebert; five grandchildren, John (Jennifer) Ebert V, Amanda Ebert, Rachel (Josh Pederson) Ebert, Ethan Ebert and Blake Ebert; and one great grandchild, Emma Ebert.

 

John began his career as an airline pilot with North Central Airlines in 1968. He continued with Republic Airlines and finished his thirty-three and half year career as a pilot for Northwest Airlines. Over the years, he enjoyed general aviation flying, boating and golf. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.

 

Private interment at Hillside Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN followed by a Celebration of Life 11:30am Saturday, October 23rd at David Fong's restaurant in Bloomington, MN.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to The Naples Gathering church, the Salvation Army or the charity of your choice.

 

Celebration of Life

OCT 23. 11:30 AM (CST)

David Fong's restaurant

9329 Lyndale Ave S

Bloomington, MN 55420

 

DL Capt. Patrick J. Donnelly

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Patrick J. Donnelly

August 23, 1940 ~ October 3, 2021

 

Notification with news of the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Patrick J. "Pat" Donnelly, age 81.  Captain Donnelly joined Delta Air Lines 09-12-1969 and retired with Delta in 2000, based 030/ATL.  Widowed in August of 2017, he is survived by his sons and their families.

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

https://hamlettdobson.com/obituaries/patrick-donnelly

Obituary is also available at

https://obits.nola.com/us/obituaries/nola/name/patrick-donnelly-obituary?id=24701820

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Patrick (Pat) J. Donnelly, 81, passed away on Sunday, October 4th, 2021, after a short illness. Born in Philadelphia, Patrick attended Philadelphia Archdiocesan schools and the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School. Patrick joined the US Marine Corp, serving as a fighter pilot in the Vietnam War. After his military service, Pat enjoyed a 30-year career flying for Delta Air Lines retiring in 2000 as a Captain. Pat and his wife were longtime residents of Slidell, LA, making their post retirement home in Kingsport, TN. Patrick is preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Janet M Donnelly, his brother Maj John (Jack) Donnelly USAF Retired and his sister, Sister Kathleen Donnelly IHM. Pat is survived by his two sons, Sean Donnelly and wife Rebecca; Michael Donnelly; two grandsons Brendan Donnelly and Aidan Donnelly; and his sister Annamarie Yuhas and husband Ted Yuhas.

Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 12th, 2021, at Mountain Home National Cemetery with Military Honors accorded by The American Legion, Hammond Post # 3, and Gate City Post #265. Those attending committal services are asked to assemble at the cemetery by 10:45am Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Beyond Brave, a non-profit founded to provide support to Wounded Warriors and veterans: www.beyondbrave.org/donate.

Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com  to leave an online condolence for the family.

FUNERAL HOME: Hamlett Dobson Funeral Home – Kingsport, 117 E. Charlemont Ave., Kingsport, TN

………………………………….

Spouse : Janet "Jan" Meister Donnelly  

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/182665507/janet-donnelly

BIRTH :         5 Feb 1940

DEATH :        16 Aug 2017 (aged 77)

Jan was an Honor Graduate of Mansfield Senior High School in Mansfield, Ohio. She received her B.S. in Physical Therapy from Ohio State University and was an Honor Graduate of the United States Naval School, Officer, Women. She had worked as a Licensed Physical Therapist and was a founding partner of Northlake Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Services where she worked until her retirement in 1997.

Jan was the president of Slidell Memorial Hospital Hospice Foundation, Slidell Junior Auxiliary, Le Cotillion, River Oak Homeowners' Association and the Bayou Orthopedic Study Group, all in Slidell, LA. She was also the past recording secretary of the Ozone Camellia Club. Jan was a member of First Broad Street United Methodist Church………….

NCA/NWA Capt. David J. Huibregtse

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NCA/NWA Capt. David J. Huibregtse

June 27, 1936 ~ October 5, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired North Central/Northwest Airlines pilot Captain David Jacob Huibregtse, age 85.  I believe Captain Huibregtse was Air Force Reserves and joined North Central in May 1967.  Obituary notes his retirement with Northwest in 1993.  He is survived by his wife Lucia along with his children, and his grand- and great grandchildren.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/David-Huibregtse/#!/Obituary

also at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/david-huibregtse-obituary?pid=200336812

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : David Jacob Huibregtse

With heavy hearts we share the passing of beloved husband and father David J. Huibregtse. Born in Plymouth, WI on June 27th, 1936. Dave struggled with Parkinson's for many years and was peacefully called from his home by his Lord & Savior on October 5th, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Harold & Helen (Lorenz) Huibregtse and Grandsons Dylan, Matthew, William and Bennett. Survived by beloved wife Lucia (Stauber) and best friend of 61 years, children Hope Ernst (Don) of Puyallup, WA, Paul (Sue) of Maple Grove, MN, Greg (Grace) of Minneapolis, MN, Eric (Yvette) of Victoria, MN, Dean (Kristin) of Pittsburgh, PA and Mark of Hopkins, MN. Survived by 15 awesome grandchildren Nick, Nathan, Nolan, Kelly, Patrick, Colleen, Sarah, Melanie, Jacob, Henry, Justin, Ryan, Lucas, Frank and George and 14 amazing great-grandchildren. Leaves behind brother John (Rogene) Huibregtse Of Mackinac Island, MI and sister Sue Zeihen of Appleton, WI.

 

Dave was an aviator, a leader, an early adaptor and a pioneer of his time. Dave's love of flying began on a grass airstrip in Kohler, WI in 1958. That small airstrip led to time with the 95th Troop Carrier Squadron out of Mitchell Field in Milwaukee, WI to a 30 year career as a Captain for Northwest Airlines retiring in 1993.

 

Throughout Dave's life, he enjoyed many hobbies. Some of his most interesting hobbies were bee keeping & honey making, having several hives on South Shore Lane and then at the Pavelka's farm. He was an early adaptor and pioneer with solar energy in the mid-seventies, having a few solar panels on the roof to heat hot water. Dave had a love of cars too, rebuilding a Corvair in Elgin, Il, a complete restoration of a 1969 C-10 pick up and his favorite, a 1929 Model A Ford, so much so he was a member of the Twin Cities Model A Ford Club. He had many more hobbies, such as sailing, photography, running and cycling (including riding his Schwinn LeTour to work at MSP).

 

There were many organizations that Dave was involved in and held leadership roles, such as the pilots union ALPA, Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts Troop 342 & Mustang District Director, Little League baseball, Immaculate Heart of Mary, The Agape House, FFA as a youth, Knights of Columbus, AIDS Ride to Chicago and his greatest passion, being an Ordained Deacon. Dave became an Ordained Deacon in 1993 and throughout his service he touched many lives.

 

Dave was always active in making sure his kids and grand kids were busy. There were many family vacations, homemade skating rinks in the backyard, swimming pools, playhouses, Cabin on Spirit Lake, boat rides and much more that made us all what we are today.

 

Many of us were fortunate to be at home with Dave at his bedside on his last evening with us, those who were not were there in spirt. We would like to extend our gratitude to Josephine, Rebeccah, Beatrice and Dia, caregivers to Dad. Now, a very special mention to his son Greg and loving wife Lucia who spent the last 18 months providing full time care for dad which allowed Dad to live and remain in his home.

 

Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, October 12th 2021 at 11:00 AM

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 13505 Excelsior Blvd, Minnetonka, MN

Visitation One Prior at Church (10AM -11AM)

Luncheon To Follow Mass

Published by Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapels - Eden Prairie MN

RC/NWA/DL Capt. James Bradley Young

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

RC/NWA/DL Capt. James Bradley Young

August 7, 1958 ~ September 25, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of Republic/Northwest/Delta pilot Captain James "Jim" Bradley Young, age 63.  Captain Young joined Republic Airlines 06-17-1985 and made the various mergers with Northwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines.  He is survived by his wife Kari, his daughters, and his grandchildren.

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

https://www.blileys.com/obituaries/James-Jim-Bradley-Young?obId=22488640

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : YOUNG, James “Jim” Bradley, 63, of Palm Coast, FL passed away September 25, 2021. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gail C. Kempker; and father-in-law, James A. Halstenson. He is survived by his wife, Kari Young of FL.; father, James L. Young of AZ; mother-in-law, Marcy Halstenson of ND; brother, Mark Young (Millie) of NJ; daughters, Rebecca Haygood (Andy) and Jacqueline Vitiello (Brian) of Richmond, VA; grandchildren, Claire, Kaylee, Caroline, James and Zach.

 

Jim was born in Rugby, ND on August 7, 1958, to James and Gail Young. He grew up in Katonah, NY with his brother, Mark. He spent his summers in ND with his grandparents and graduated from John Jay High School.

 

Jim attended The University of North Dakota, where he met and married Kari Halstenson in 1983. He graduated with a degree in Aviation.

 

Jim began his career in Grand Rapids, MN working for the Dept. of Natural Resources. He loved flying 100 feet above the ground to track wildlife.

 

He then flew for Mesaba Airlines and in 1985 was hired by Republic Airlines. He and Kari moved to MN where he was blessed with the arrival of two beautiful daughters, Becky and Jacki.

 

Republic Airlines merged with Northwest Airlines and Jim moved his family to Hawaii for three years. Next they moved to Memphis, TN where they lived for several years. When Northwest merged with Delta Airlines, Jim and Kari moved to the Chattanooga, TN area. It was then that Jim began flying overseas. He traveled the world and loved it. Also during this time, Jim and Kari enjoyed leisure travel, especially their trips to Norway to see relatives.

 

Towards the end of his 35 year career as a commercial pilot, Jim and Kari moved to the east coast of Florida, but enjoyed a beautiful lake house during the summers in Virginia to be close to family.

 

Jim enjoyed American hot rods like his Shelby GTs, Ford Mustangs, Dodge Vipers, and Chevy Corvettes. He even picked up a Corvette at the factory in Kentucky as it rolled off the assembly line. He also liked Harley Davidson motorcycles. He picked one up in California and drove it across the country with a close friend. He had a love of trains, mostly because his father grew up in a train depot.

 

He enjoyed working hard outdoors, fishing, boating and especially skeet and clay pigeon shooting with his buddies in Memphis and St. Augustine. The social hour, Sunday “prayer” meeting, and numerous dinners associated with the clubs were some of his favorite activities.

 

He was a story teller! He loved to visit for hours telling stories and making people laugh. He would do anything for his friends. He will be greatly missed.

 

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Elk Valley Lutheran Church, 2542 43rd St. NE, McCanna, ND 58251. A celebration of life will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 29, 2022, at St. Augustine Gun Club, 401 Gun Club Rd, St. Augustine, FL. 32095. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Elk Valley Lutheran Church c/o Kari Young, P.O. Box 190, Sutherland, VA. 23885.

 

 

NWA Capt. Ross E. Kramer

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA Capt. Ross E. Kramer

December 31, 1939 ~ September 12, 2021

 

From the retired Northwest pilot’s group we have learned of the passing of retired Northwest pilot
Captain Ross Edward Kramer, age 81.  Captain Kramer joined Northwest Airlines 07-07-1969. 

The funeral home has publicly announced his passing and shares online tributes….please see

https://www.ballardsunderfuneral.com/ross-kramer/  From their notice we learn that private family services will be held and that interment will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.

Look for more information to follow as more details arrive.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

 

RC/NWA pilot Douglas Allen "Doug" Pershall

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

RC/NWA/DL pilot Douglas Allen "Doug" Pershall (age 69)

May 7, 1952 ~ September 24, 2021

Military veteran, joined Northwest Airlines 01-27-1986 

https://obits.columbian.com/us/obituaries/columbian/name/douglas-pershall-obituary?pid=200298918

 

Douglas Allen Pershall passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, Sept. 24, 2021 at 69 years old. Doug was a man of God, devoted son, husband, father, and joke enthusiast. He spent his childhood in Othello, Washington where he was active in FFA, band, track and field, and enjoyed family vacations on Lake Chelan.

He earned a Bachelor’s degree from Pacific Lutheran University, a Master’s in Business Administration from Oregon State University and served in the Air National Guard. Doug loved to fly and he built his 28 year aviation career around that working as a flight instructor, pilot for KGW Skywatch Traffic, cargo pilot, and later as an airline pilot for Horizon, Republic, and Northwest Airlines.

In his time on the ground he enjoyed farm life, water skiing, weekly Bible studies, serving his church of 30 years, woodworking, fishing with friends, and watching his kids play sports of all kinds. Doug was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease nearly 15 years ago. After retiring he continued his hobbies and farm work as long as he could and found joy in spending time with friends, walking, his Parkinson’s Pilates class, and his beloved grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Sue; his four children, Aaron and wife Karisa, Annie, Hannah and husband Eric, and Daniel and wife Leslie; his 6 grandchildren; his brother, Keith; his sister, Nancy; and 13 of his nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ken and LaDeana Pershall.

His memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church (309 W 39th St. Vancouver, WA).

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Doug’s name to one of the three following organizations: Parkinson’s Resource of Oregon, Community Home Health and Hospice in Vancouver, WA, or Trinity Lutheran Church in Vancouver, WA.

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