RC/NWA/DL Capt. Michael H. Heggen

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, RC/NWA/DL Capt. Michael H. Heggen

January 22, 1956 - December 7, 2021

 

Notice of passing….retired Republic/Northwest/Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Michael Henry Heggen, age 65.  Captain Heggen began his commercial airline career 02-10-1986.  He is survived by his wife Carmen, and by his children and grandchildren.    

To view the obituary online and share memories please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/tampa-fl/michael-heggen-10482425 

The obituary is also available for viewing at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/qconline/name/michael-heggen-obituary?id=32036180

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : Michael H. Heggen

Michael H. Heggen, 65, of Tampa, Fl. passed away on Dec. 7th, 2021.

Born on January 22, 1956 in Iowa. Michael was the son of the late Charles and LaMona Heggen

 

A US Air Force Academy Graduate, Michael left the service as a Captain. He flew proudly for Republic, Northwest and Delta Airlines prior to his retirement. Michael was an Eagle Scout and supported and nurtured Scouts and Scouting for many youths, including his own children and grandchildren. He was an avid woodworker, like his father before him and a lover of animals. His wisdom, his patience, and kindness will be truly missed by those who knew him and loved him.

 

He is survived by his loving wife, Carmen, his sons Joshua and Jeffery, his daughter Elizabeth (Nels) and grandchildren, Julian, Ruby and Max. He is also survived by his brothers Charles (Robbin), Dennis (Patricia), Randall (Elizabeth), and his sister Deborah, as well as many nieces and nephews.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and LaMona and his stepson Bryan.

 

Published by The Rock Island Dispatch Argus on Dec. 30, 2021.

NWA/DL Capt. Craig William Hofstetter

 ~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA/DL Capt. Craig William Hofstetter   

September 18, 1952 ~ Dec. ??, 2021

  

From the Northwest Pilots group, and at the family’s request, there will be no formal obituary. 

Dear Friends and Colleagues, 

With much regret I inform you that NWA/Delta Captain Craig Hofstetter, age 69,  died recently after a long term illness.  Craig was hired by NWA on Jan. 11, 1985. Prior to NWA, Craig served as an USAF instructor pilot in Air Training Command. During his airline career years, he worked diligently for the ALPA training committee at NWA and DAL. Craig resided in California and in retirement taught as an adjunct Professor of Aviation at San Jose State University. 

Craig was held in high esteem by all his airline colleagues. 

Respectfully, 

Bill Day

(  See Lnkd site: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-hofstetter-4218a436/ )

DL Capt. John D. Moran

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. John D. Moran

September 1, 1932 ~ December 20, 2021

 

From friends and colleagues, we learn of the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain John David Moran, age 89.  We understand that Captain Moran was widowed in November 2018 with the passing of his wife Doris.  Arrangements and services for Captain Moran are not yet known.

“Thanks to retired Delta Captain Nick Gentile for sending the sad news of the death of retired Delta Captain, and former ATL Chief Pilot, John D. Moran.  Captain Moran was born 9/1/1932 and hired by Delta 7/9/1956.  The current DGW Roster lists his address as P.O. Box 8709, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657, phone 843-290-3845 cell.”

 

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

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

DL Flt. Ops retiree, Deacon Thomas Edward Zaworski

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Flt. Ops retiree, Deacon Thomas Edward Zaworski

April 25, 1935 - December 9, 2021

 

Obituary information is available online at these sites: 

https://thecitizen.com/2021/12/18/thomas-edward-zaworski-86-of-fayetteville-ga/

http://www.mowells.com/obituaries/Thomas-Edward-Zaworski?obId=23367298#/obituaryInfo

https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2021/12/deacon-thomas-zaworski-one-of-atlantas-first-permanent-deacons-remembered/  

 

Obituary : 

 

Thomas Edward Zaworski, 86, of Fayetteville, Georgia, passed away December 9, 2021.

 

He was born on April 25, 1935, in Hollis, New York, to the late Thomas and Mary Zaworski. He is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Helen Zaworski, who died on October 1, 2021; and his sons, Greg, and Eric Zaworski.

 

He is survived by his sons, Stan (Janis) Zaworski and Chris (Connie) Zaworski; his five grandchildren: Tammy, CJ, Lauren, Rachel, and Eryn, and twelve great-grandchildren.

 

Tom was ordained to the Permanent Diaconate for the Archdiocese of Atlanta on March 19, 1977. Deacon Zaworski served at several parishes throughout the Atlanta area. Tom retired from Delta Airlines after 37 years. He was a veteran of the US Navy and served as a medical corpsman with the US Marine Corps Reserve. He was a member, and former Chaplain of Marine Corps League Detachment 1325, Sharpsburg, Georgia.

 

 

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on January 3, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church located at 101 Walt Banks Rd, Peachtree City, GA 30269.

 

We welcome you to provide your thoughts, condolences, and memories on our Tribute Wall. Mowell Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Fayetteville, www.mowells.com

…………………………….

https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2021/12/deacon-thomas-zaworski-one-of-atlantas-first-permanent-deacons-remembered/  

Deacon Thomas Zaworski, one of Atlanta’s first permanent deacons, remembered …….

DL Flt. Ops retiree Richard Charles Kagarise

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Flt. Ops retiree Richard Charles Kagarise

June 4, 1943 - December 19, 2021

 

Obituary information and share memories online at

https://www.mckoon.com/obituaries/Richard-Kagarise/#!/Obituary

Obituary may also be viewed at

https://www.huntingdondailynews.com/obituaries/richard-charles-kagarise/article_5e8e8d09-31f4-5f08-b30b-8486e4f6772f.html  or Richard Charles Kagarise | Obituaries | huntingdondailynews.com

 

Obituary for Richard Charles Kagarise

Richard Charles Kagarise, age 78, Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December

19,2021 in Newnan, Georgia. He was born on June 4, 1943, in Huntingdon,

Pennsylvania to the late Glenn Boyd Kagarise and Harriet Grace Kagarise.

 

Along with his parents, Richard is preceded in death by his brothers, Arthur

Kagarise and Gerald Kagarise. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Madeline Sue

(Coder) Kagarise, whom he married on June 3, 1967, in Manhattan Beach,

California. His daughters, Libby Sparks and her husband Michael Sparks of

Newnan, Georgia, and Emily Battaglia and her husband Marc Battaglia of

Peachtree City, Georgia. He is also survived by his five Granddaughters, Elizabeth

Battaglia, Emma Battaglia, Madeline Sparks, Molly Sparks and Grace Sparks. Also,

cousin, Kay Lynn Lane of Cary, North Carolina, Brother-in-law, Paul Coder of

Wellfleet, Nebraska, Sister-in-law, Cathy Coder of Lincoln, Nebraska and many

nieces and nephews.

 

Richard graduated from Huntingdon High School in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania in

1961. He served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve from 1965-1971.

Richard joined Delta Airlines on May 2, 1964, in Los Angeles, California. He

enjoyed a 36-year long career with Delta that took him from Los Angeles,

California to Las Vegas, Nevada to Atlanta, Georgia where he retired on July

1,2000 as a Flight Control Sector Manager.

 

A service celebrating the life that Richard lived is Sunday, December 26, 2021, at

4:00pm in the Chapel of McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson Street, Newnan,

Georgia. His ashes will be spread, at a later date, in the Gulf of Mexico.

 

Condolences can be expressed to the family online at www.mckoon.com

NWA Harry Honda

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Harry Honda

October 2, 1931 ~ December 22 ? , 2021

 

From Northwest friends and colleagues, we share this news….. Flight Attendant/ Purser Harry J. Honda has passed after entering Hospice.  He is survived by his wife Charlene. Harry's wife writes: “Harry was very involved with the Bike Ministry at his church. They would collect and fix old bikes for distribution to those unable to buy them. Should you desire, a contribution to: Bike Ministry Marine View Presbyterian Church,  8469 Eastside Dr NE Tacoma, WA 98422 in Harry's name would be greatly appreciated.”

Services are 29 Dec, at 1 pm at the church.

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

29826 2nd Pl SW , Federal Way, WA 98023.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Learn more about the bike program at https://www.bikesforkids.us/

Marine View Presbyterian Church

8469 Eastside Dr. NE

Tacoma, WA 98422

Telephone: (253) 927-0557

Martha Sue Akins, wife of DL Capt. Charles Akins

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Martha Sue Akins, wife of DL Capt. Charles Akins

January 31, 1937 ~ December 20, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of Martha Sue Akins, wife of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Charles Weaver Akins.  Martha is survived by her husband Charles, and by her children and grandchildren.    

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit

 https://www.asturner.com/obituaries/Martha-Sue-Akins?obId=23445425#/obituaryInfo 

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

 2070 Chrysler Dr NE , Atlanta, GA 30345

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Martha Sue Towns Akins, 84, died December 20, 2021 at home in Atlanta, GA following strokes and dementia.

She was born January 31, 1937 in Savannah, Georgia to Elmer Leon Towns, Sr. and Erin Azalie McFadden Towns. She graduated from Evangelical Bible Institute (high school) in Savannah and from Columbia Bible College, Columbia, SC in 1958. She sang and travelled with the school's Ambassador Choir. Martha taught first grade at Pensacola Christian for 4 years and Panama City Christian for 1 year. She met Charles Akins, a Naval Aviation Cadet, in Pensacola and they were married in 1963. After moving to his duty station in San Diego he was assigned his third Western Pacific cruise aboard the aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga. Rather than remain in the States alone for 9 months she flew to the countries where his ship had port calls to meet him, as did some other Navy wives. Following release from the Navy, they settled in Atlanta where Charles had a 31 year career as a pilot with Delta Air Lines.

They raised two sons and a daughter and retired in Atlanta. They were longtime members of Westminster Presbyterian Church PCA where Martha taught the Hannah Circle ladies Bible class for 19 years. She also served on the Westminster Missions Committee. She was a member of the board of the Young Singers of Callanwolde where her children were singers. They enjoyed concerts of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, particularly the Chorus. They also enjoyed retreats to their cabin high in the Black Mountains of NC, and family reunions at Camp Westminster every Thanksgiving.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Charles Akins; children William Akins of Atlanta, Paul Akins (Karen) of Lilburn, and Susan Akins Terry (Lee) of Winston-Salem, NC; grandchildren Deborah, Richard, Edward, Azaleae and Francina of Lilburn; brothers Dr. Elmer L. Towns of Lynchburg, VA, and Richard C. Towns (Jackie) of Savannah, GA.

Services will be held at 11 am, Monday, Dec. 27th at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1438 Sheridan Rd., Atlanta 30324. Visitation is 7 to 9 pm, Sunday, Dec. 26th, at A. S. Turner and Sons Funeral Home, 2773 N. Decatur Rd., Decatur 30033. Interment at a later date at the Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA. Memorial gifts may be made to the Westminster Missions Fund or to the Gideons International.

To send flowers to the family of Martha Sue Akins please visit our Tribute Store.

Published by A.S. Turner & Sons Funeral Home & Crematory on Dec. 21, 2021.

NWA Capt. Walter Jacob Nedza

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. Walter Jacob Nedza

September 28, 1940 ~ December 12, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Northwest pilot Captain Walter Jacob Nedza, age 81.  Captain Nedza joined Northwest Airlines 08-07-1967.  He is survived by his wife Sharon, his children and his grand- and great grandchildren.  Obituary information may be viewed online at https://obituaries.caminodelsol.com/obituary/Walter-Nedza 

For those who may wish to contact the family, whitepages lists their residence as

12554 W Seneca Drive, Sun City West, AZ 85375.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Camino Del Sol Funeral Chapel & Cremation Center of Sun City West, Arizona.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Walter Jacob Nedza, age 81, passed away December 12th in Sun City West, AZ. He was born on September 28th,1940 in Chicago, ILL.  After graduating St. Joseph College IN, he joined the Marine Corps and fought in the Vietnam War.  He was a pilot of the CH46 Sea Knight Helicopter and earned multiple citations in combat. Following the war, Walter became a pilot at Northwest Airlines for 33 years and retired in Arizona. Walter is survived by his wife, Sharon, of 59 years, a daughter and son, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two sisters, and one brother. He was preceded in death by two sons and one sister. Services will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes in Sun City West, AZ on December 28th 9:30 am with committal service to follow at National Memorial Cemetery, 23029 N Cave Creek Rd at 1:00 pm.  Please join Walter’s family in sharing memories, pictures or videos on his tribute wall at www.caminodelsol.com

 

NWA pilot Sigurd 'John' Trelstad, Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA pilot Sigurd 'John' Trelstad, Jr.

October 26, 1941 ~ November 8, 2021

 

From our retired Northwest pilots group, we share this news:  ” NWA pilot Sigurd 'John' Trelstad, age 80, of Nisswa, MN passed away on 11/8/21 at the St Cloud VA hospital from complications of Parkinson's Disease. He was born in Chicago on October 26, 1941, to Sigurd John and Helen (Hudson) Trelstad. He grew up in Minneapolis and graduated from Washburn HS and the University of MN.  John entered the Navy and became a naval aviator, completing 2 tours in

Vietnam. He remained in the Naval Reserves until 1985. John was hired by Northwest Airlines on January 19, 1970 and laid off four months later, never to return to NWA line flying. After being furloughed from Northwest Airlines, he was employed as a detective for Hennepin County. He then went to work as a pilot for the MN DOT. From 1989 until his retirement in 2001,  he was employed by Cargill as a corporate pilot and achieved a dream of flying Gulfstreams (and other planes) to various places around the world.  John loved family, flying, being at the cabin on Gull Lake, and also the

beach house in Florida. He is survived by his wife Nola Johnson; sons Alex, Joseph (Pena), John Erick, and Geoffrey; brother Lee (Chris Stroemer); sister Nancy (Jerry) Cook, several grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and  in-laws. As per his request, no funeral will be held. The family will gather at a later date to celebrate his life. His remains will be interred at the VA cemetery in Little Falls. Family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at the VA BR unit for the compassionate care that they provided. Family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Michael J Fox

Foundation for Parkinson's Research or the Parkinson's Foundation.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel- Baxter.  Unfortunately, John's tenure at NWA was brief, he sounds like the kind of fellow many of us would have enjoyed flying with. Despite his layoff, John found a lifetime career in aviation. Well done, Sir. “

Information extracted from a family obituary.

Please see https://www.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000408207/    

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

 

DL Capt. Theodore A. 'Ted' Tweet

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Theodore A. 'Ted' Tweet

September 19, 1938 ~ December 11, 2021

 

From family we have learned of the passing of retired Delta pilot Capt. Ted Tweet, age 83.  “… Delta Captain Theodore Allen 'Ted' Tweet, 83, died at Northside Cherokee Hospital in Canton, GA at around 6:00 PM, Saturday, December 11, 2021.  Ted had been admitted earlier in the week for treatment of gall bladder problems but due to his congestive heart failure issues the physicians were limited in the treatment they could administer.  Ted was born 9/19/1938 and hired by Delta 2/8/1965 and was based in Atlanta most of his career.” 

We now know service arrangements for Captain Tweet ….. please see below. 

Condolence may be sent to Mrs. Jo Tweet and family at 322 Northbrooke Lane, Woodstock, GA 30188.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary information for Capt. Tweet……

Thank you again to Mrs. Jo Tweet for calling with the obituary information and the funeral schedule.  A reception will be held following the funeral service at Cross of Life Lutheran Church.  Cross of Life Lutheran Church is at 1000 Hembree Road in Roswell, Georgia.

To view or sign the online Guest Book see https://www.northsidechapel.com/obituaries/Theodore-Tweet/#!/Obituary

 

Obituary for Mr. Theodore Allen Tweet

Theodore “Ted” A. Tweet, 83, of Woodstock, Georgia, peacefully passed on December 11, 2021. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, John H. Swanson.

Ted was a long time and active member of Cross of Life Lutheran Church, in Roswell. He attended high school and Drake University in Des Moines, IA. His military service began with the Air Force Cadets. He later served as a pilot in the Air National Guard. Ted flew for Delta Airlines as a pilot for over 33 years. Ted enjoyed many activities such as sailing, skiing, tennis, bridge, and traveling. Most of all he cared for his family. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Ted is survived by his wife, Jo, of almost 61 years, sister-in-law, Carmen Swanson, of Beloit, WI and his daughter, Wendy, and her husband Bill Lehman, of Shawnee, KS, and his son, Don, of Canton, GA and grandchildren Eric, and Andrew Tweet.

A funeral service will be held:

Thursday, December 16th, at 2 PM at Cross of Life Lutheran Church, in Roswell, GA.

Donation information: In Lieu of Flowers, those wishing may make donations to Cross of Life Men’s Ministry.

 

 

Air Cal/RW/NWA Capt. Heartie Burl Wilson

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Air Cal/RW/NWA Capt. Heartie Burl Wilson

December 14, 1936 ~ November 17, 2021 (age 84)

 

OBITUARY:   https://www.karvonenfuneralhome.com/obituary/Heartie-Wilson

Heartie Burl Wilson was born on December 14, 1936, to Lucian Burl Wilson, Jr. and Nettie Lou (Welch) in Gainesville, Texas. He was raised by his grandparents Heartie and Mattie Lou Welch in Gainesville. Heartie was baptized, confirmed, and attended high school in Gainesville, Texas, graduating with the class of 1954. Following high school, Heartie honorably served his country by enlisting in the United States Army.

 

Following his discharge from the Army, Heartie worked as a baggage handler for Air West Airlines and eventually became a pilot. He made his home in Las Vegas, Nevada and flew for Air California, Hughs Air West, and Northwest Airlines.

 

On December 27, 1995, Heartie was united in marriage to Jamie Wilson in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their unity brought Heartie 2 stepchildren, Cheri and Bill, into his life. He loved the two, and treated them as his own. The kids always thought of Heartie as a father. Together they made their home in Las Vegas. Heartie retired as a pilot for Northwest Airlines in 1996. In 2004, they made their home in Gainesville.

 

Heartie enjoyed family vacations and traveling. He went on several cruises and spent time in Hawaii and Mexico. In the summers, he and Jamie loved to spend their time together at their cabin on West Leaf Lake, rural Henning, Minnesota.

 

On November 17, 2021, Heartie passed away at their family cabin on West Leaf Lake. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Preceding Heartie in death are his grandparents: Heartie and Mattie Lou; parents: Lucian and Nettie; first wife: Delores; and sister: Sandy.

 

Surviving Heartie is his loving wife: Jamie Wilson of Gainesville, Texas; children: Cheri (Jim) Zajac of St. Michael; and Bill (Lori) Welborn of St. Michael; 6 grandchildren: Kelly, Rachel, Yvonne, Lily, Emelia, and Brodie; many other relatives and a host of friends.

 

 

 

Services will be planned to take place in the Spring of 2022.

DL pilot Jeffrey Parker Lawson

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL pilot Jeffrey Parker Lawson

September 19, 1953 ~ November 15, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Jeffrey Parker Lawson, age 68.  Jeff joined Delta Air Lines 01-23-1987 and was based NYC.  He is survived by his wife Marina and his children and their families.  To view the obituary online please visit the funeral home website at  https://www.stronghancock.com/obituary/Jeffrey-Lawson   Also, if you scroll down through the tribute wall, you will see many wonderful photos posted by family and friends. 

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

PO Box 115 , Walpole, ME 04573.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Jeffrey Parker Lawson, 68, passed away unexpectedly in his beloved home in Walpole, on the afternoon of November 15th, 2021.  Jeff was born in Pennsylvania, to George Joseph Lawson and Eunice Parker Lawson, both of whom predeceased him.

 

Jeff grew up in Hamden, Connecticut where he attended Hamden High School.  After graduation, Jeff moved to Nashville, TN to attend Vanderbilt University.  He later joined the US Navy as a P-3 pilot and then embarked on a 30+ years career as a commercial pilot for Delta Airlines.  His Navy buddies nicknamed him “Lucky” for his good fortune and his sunny outlook on life.

 

As a pilot, Jeff relished the opportunity to travel all over Europe. especially Germany, Scotland, Spain, and Italy.  He always looked forward to his happy hour and dining at his favorite spots during his layover.  In 2011, on a trip to Madrid, Spain, he met his wife Marina, and on that flight, he promised to take her to the land visible down below.  That land was Maine.  A couple of years later, Jeff and Marina tied the knot at Pemaquid Point on September 14, 2013.

 

Jeff lived out his dream of retiring in Maine after his career with Delta.  His love for Maine was so contagious that soon after, Marina’s daughters Rosanna and Daniela and son-in-law Dallas followed, making it  “the way life should be” by following Jeff’s dreams as their own.  Later, Jeff enjoyed the company of his grandkids, Sofia Parker and Penelope Rose as their dear Pop Pop.

 

Jeff was an avid golfer and was thrilled to be an active member of the Wawenock Golf Club.  He loved boating, motorcycling, smoking cigars, and camping on Cape Cod and Cathedral Pines.  He has always said he “had a wonderful life” and he sure did. 

 

As well as those mentioned above, Jeff is survived by two adult children, Jeremy Lawson of Atlanta, and Alexandra Lawson of Florida; siblings residing in Connecticut are Judith Lynn Lawson, James Donald Lawson, (Suzanne), and John Douglas Lawson (Joe); along with Jay Robert Lawson of Texas.

 

A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 10:00am, on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home in Damariscotta. 

 

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543.  Condolences, and messages for his family, may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com.

NEA/DL Capt. Daniel Pranka

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NEA/DL Capt. Daniel Pranka

October 2, 1937 - December 8, 2021

 

From the Northeast Yellowbird group comes news with the passing of retired Northeast/Delta pilot Captain Daniel Pranka, age 84.  Captain Pranka joined Northeast Airlines 05-02-1966 and retired with Delta Air Lines in August of 1995, based 030/Boston.  He is survived by his wife Joanne.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.bisbeeporcella.com/obituaries/Daniel-Pranka?obId=23340244#/obituaryInfo

also at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bostonglobe/name/daniel-pranka-obituary?id=31819535

 You can read more about Captain Pranka who was also the owner of New England Sports Tours, LLC at https://advocatenews.net/advocate-asks-sports-tours-organizer-dan-pranka/  

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

10 Donna Rd., Saugus  MA 01906.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  Daniel Pranka

Mr. Daniel Pranka, age 84, of Saugus, formerly of Connecticut, died on Wednesday, December 8th at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. He was the beloved husband of Joanne (Falzone) Pranka with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.

 

Born in Barkhamsted, CT, Mr. Pranka was the son of the late Anthony and Josephine (Jaconkaiti) Pranka. He was a retired pilot for Delta Airlines.

 

Mr. Pranka was predeceased by his three brothers, John, Charles and Albert Chester and his sister, Aldona.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to either Smile Train @ donate.smiletrain.org or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital @ stjude.org.

 

SERVICE INFORMATION

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., Peabody on Tuesday at 11 a.m. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  

 

Graveside : Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 11:00AM

Puritan Lawn Memorial Park , 185 Lake St. , Peabody, MA 01960

Final Resting Place : Puritan Lawn Memorial Park , 185 Lake St. , Peabody, MA 01960

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https://advocatenews.net/advocate-asks-sports-tours-organizer-dan-pranka/

THE ADVOCATE ASKS:  Sports tours organizer Dan Pranka

January 26, 2018

THE ADVOCATE ASKS:  Sports tours organizer Dan Pranka talks about the price and logistics for Patriots fans who want to go to the Super Bowl

Editor’s Note: For this week, we sat down with Dan Pranka, owner of New England Sports Tours, LLC, and asked him about the ultimate dream of any avid New England Patriots fan: going to the Super Bowl to watch the New England Patriots play the Philadelphia Eagles. Pranka, 80, worked 30 years as an airlines pilot for Delta Airlines before retiring as a captain in 1995, flying the Boeing 727. While still a pilot, he began his second career in the sports travel business by launching the first of several groups – Saugus Travel in 1972, the same year he moved to Saugus. Pranka, who served six years in the National Guard, is a native of Barkhamsted, Conn., a small town 25 miles northwest of Hartford, Conn.  He has handled transportation and lodging for Boston sports fans interested in attending away games for Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics and the Bruins. He claims to have offered more tours for New England sports fans than any other tour operator. His sports tours included trips to two Olympic games – to Montreal in 1976 and Los Angeles in 1984. When the Patriots went to their first Super Bowl in New Orleans to play the Chicago Bears in 1986. He booked 2,000 fans for the trip. He and his wife Joanne, also a Connecticut native, have been married for 52 years. Pranka has been a member of the Saugus Rotary Club for 42 years. He is the second member in club history to hold the office of president twice. He cites among his accomplishments, obtaining a defibrillator for the Saugus Senior Center. He served six years in the National Guard, based in Torrington, Con. Some highlights of the interview……………………………………

DL Capt. Ronald Edward Jones

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Ronald Edward Jones

AUGUST 2, 1939 – DECEMBER 6, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Ronald Edward Jones, age 82.  Captain Jones joined Delta Air Lines 01-03-1967 and was based ATL/030.  He is survived by his wife Frances, and his children and grandchildren.

To view obituary information and service arrangements online please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/pelham-al/ronald-jones-10479169

or www.SouthernHeritageFunerals.com 

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  Ronald Edward Jones

Ronald "Ron" E. Jones, 82, of Hoover, Alabama passed away Monday, December 6, 2021. He was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, his Savior. He was a loving husband, father, and friend. His giving spirit and compassion for others will surely be missed.

 

Ron grew up in Sulligent, Alabama. After graduation from Sulligent High School, he earned his undergraduate degree at the U.S. Air Force Academy. His professional career included 30 years as a pilot with Delta Airlines.

 

Ron was a member of Green Valley Baptist Church in Hoover. He was the varsity football team's kicking coach at Berry High School for many years, and helped coach girls' basketball there.

 

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Edward Jones and Amanda Glenn Tollison Jones, and his brother-in-law, Bob Finley. Survivors include Ron's wife, Frances; children, Eddie (Ginger) and Betsy (Donny); grandchildren, Josh, Abby, Camryn, Connie (Drew), Chris (Ashlyn), Ashley, and Angela; sisters, Frances (Ernie), Carol (Don), and Jane; sister-in-law, Diane; brother-in-law, Jimmy (Laurie); along with many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

 

The family will greet friends on Monday, December 13, 2021 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. at Ridout's Southern Heritage Funeral Home, 475 Cahaba Valley Road, Pelham, AL 35124. Immediately following the visitation, A Service of Remembrance for Ron will begin at 1 p.m. at the funeral home's chapel. Burial will be at Southern Heritage Cemetery, Pelham.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Greater Birmingham Fellowship of Christian Athletes, https://my.fca.org/billgray. Gifts may be mailed to Greater Birmingham FCA, 5184 Caldwell Mill Road, Suite 204-286, Hoover, AL 35244. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.SouthernHeritageFunerals.com  for the Jones family.

DL Capt. Donald Paul COLBY

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Donald Paul COLBY

FEBRUARY 12, 1933 – DECEMBER 5, 2021

 

From family comes this sad news with the passing of retired Delta pilot Captain Don Colby, age 88.  Captain Colby joined Delta Air lines 11-19-1962 and was Dallas based at the time of his retirement.  Widowed in 2019 with the passing of his wife Lena “Lee’, Captain Colby is survived by his grand- and great granddaughters and their families.   

To view the obituary and share memories online please visit the funeral home site at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/san-jose-ca/donald-colby-10482273

Condolences may be sent to the Colby family at  

4807 MILL CREEK PL., DALLAS TX 75244-6913.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  Donald Paul COLBY , Somerset-Reno, NV - 88 years old. Don was born in San Jose California on February 12, 1933, the son of late Donald Oliver Colby and Pauline K. Colby.

 

Don’s family lived in Willow Glen, a suburb of San Jose, and was educated at Willow Glen Grammar School and Lincoln and Willow Glen High School where he graduated as a member of the 1st graduating class of 1951.

 

Don attended Stanford University and San Jose State University graduating in the winter of 1956 with a degree in Political Science and History. It was here that he met the love of his life Lee, deceased September 18, 2019, and spent the next 65 years together. After graduating San Jose State Don, who was already a member of the Marine Corps Reserves, was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Marine Corps Reserves. The next 5 years Don and his family were stationed at Marine Corps Quantico, Naval Air Station Pensacola and finally Marine Corps Air Station Santa Anna.

 

After release from active duty in the summer of 1961 Don was hired by United Airlines and flew with United until being hired by Delta Airlines in the fall of 1962.

 

Don flew for Delta for the next 31 years, flying the C-46, Convair 440, Douglas DC-6, 7, 8, 9 and Boeing 727 and he retired in February of 1993.

 

While pursuing his career as a commercial pilot, Don and his family raised cattle and horses on their ranch in Copper Canyon, Texas often supplying fellow pilots with fresh beef. Don was one of the founding fathers of Copper Canyon, helping incorporate the new community as a member of the Board of Alderman and later Mayor of Copper Canyon.

 

Don who had been raised around the automotive business was an avid car hobbyist building his 1st car while attending Junior High school. He continued to be involved with automobiles his whole life, collecting a number of vehicles both foreign and domestic. Don and his wife Lee established homes in Santa Fe and Reno and traveled extensively in their recreational vehicles throughout their lives visiting Mexico, Canada, and most of the United States. They finally resettled in Reno, Nevada in the Sierras for retirement.

 

Don is survived by his granddaughters, Lindsey Colby Benningfield and husband Josh and great granddaughter Everleigh, Elizabeth Colby Videen and her husband Gregory, and Emily Colby, all of Dallas, Texas.

 

Don is survived by nephews Paul Villareal, Brian Kuehnis, and niece Cindi Tarangioli and families of San Jose, California.

 

A graveside service for Donald will be held Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 1:30 PM at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, 490 Lincoln St, Santa Clara, CA 95050.

 

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.willowglenfuneralhome.com for the Colby family.

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/234765133/donald-paul-colby

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wife :   Lena May Colby

BIRTH      15 Feb 1935

DEATH     18 Sep 2019 (aged 84)

BURIAL    Santa Clara Mission Cemetery, Santa Clara CA

 

NWA Capt. Arnold Ray Pleasant

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Arnold Ray Pleasant

JUNE 12, 1938 – DECEMBER 1, 2021

 

Notification with the passing of RNPA member retired Northwest pilot Captain Arnold Ray Pleasant, age 83.  Captain Pleasant joined Northwest Airlines 03-15-1965.  Widowed in September of 2000, Captain Pleasant is survived by his children and his companion and caretaker Nancy.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/theolympian/name/arnold-pleasant-obituary?n=arnold-pleasant&pid=200818132&fhid=11313

Mills & Mills Funeral Home and Memorial Park of Tumwater entrusted with arrangements

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/tumwater-wa/arnold-pleasant-10474997

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : Arnold Pleasant

Olympia, Washington - With a heart full of love, a life full of precious memories and a body ready for mercy after a strongly fought battle with Corticobasal Degeneration, Arnold "Arnie" Pleasant passed away on 12/1/21, at the age of 83, leaving a legacy of kindness, selflessness, humble sincerity, and true love for his family and friends. He was loved by so many and wore many titles; Son, Husband, Father, Partner, Brother, Uncle, Grandpa, Cousin, Captain, Mentor, Volunteer Fireman, Athlete, but his most valuable title was that of Friend. He was truly a man who was a friend to all.

Arnie was born in Cowiche, WA, in June of 1938. There he gained a deep-seated love of family, friends, and sports. He was a natural athlete and excelled in basketball, baseball, and football. He attended Washington State University on a sports scholarship playing both basketball and baseball for his beloved Cougar team. Arnie still holds the WSU Cougar baseball record for single season hitting leader, RBI in the Wood Bat Era (1892-1973).

It was at Washington State University that he met his first love, MaryAnn Tranum. Together they had 3 children, Chris Pleasant, Linda (Pleasant) Peffer, and Mike Pleasant. They were married in December of 1961 and moved to Ft. Rucker, Alabama where Arnie was a flight instructor and 1st Lieutenant in the Army. After serving, they moved back to MaryAnn's hometown of Olympia, and he started flying commercially for Northwest Airlines. He enjoyed his 33-year career with the airlines; traveling all over the world experiencing many different cultures and enjoying all the different kinds of food.

Arnie had many passions that he enjoyed: hunting and fishing, traveling, watching WSU football, golfing, hosting family and friends, tinkering around his beautiful home and property, and of course watching his grandkids play any sport. He was so proud of his 6 grandchildren: Madison (22), Skylar (18) (Christopher and Tonya Pleasant), Nick (18), Katie (17) (Linda and Cory Peffer), Ossie (29) and Adelaide (15) (Michael and Deidre Pleasant).

It was shortly after his retirement in 1998 that Arnie lost MaryAnn, his spouse of 39 years, to breast cancer in September of 2000. He was devastated, but soon after he met the angel sent to him, Nancy Webster, from North Carolina. Arnie and Nancy enjoyed many years traveling and spending time with family and friends.

In September of 2013, Arnie was diagnosed with Corticobasal Degeneration – a very rare debilitating degenerative brain disease. He was part of a study through the University of California San Francisco Weill Institute for Neurosciences Aging and Memory Center in hopes to further research and treatments. Nancy became his loving and committed caretaker in his final years, working tirelessly to ensure that he was comfortable throughout his progression in the disease.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest making a donation to the following charities that were so very valuable and meaningful to Arnie:

1. Weill Institute for Neurosciences Memory and Aging Center

On line: Https://memory.ucsf.edu/about/support-us

Mail:Check payable to UCSF Foundation

Memo line to include: MAC Fund B1871 / Arnold Pleasant

Address: UCSF Foundation

Lockbox 45339

San Francisco, CA 94145-0339

2.Washington State Cougar Athletic Fund

On line: https://cougarathleticfund.com/

Memo line – In memory of Arnold Pleasant, Alumnus ('60)

A celebration of Arnie's incredible journey through life will be held at a later date after the holidays. Until then, raise your glass and salute Arnold "Arnie" Pleasant for being "A friend to all, and all his friend". Cheers.

 

FUNERAL HOME : Mills & Mills Funeral Home and Memorial Park

5725 Littlerock Road SW , Tumwater, WA

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/tumwater-wa/arnold-pleasant-10474997

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spouse:      Maryann Tranum Pleasant

Birth Date:        30 Aug 1941

Death Date:       24 Sep 2000