RW/NWA Capt. Arvin Carl Schultz

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

RW/NWA Capt. Arvin Carl Schultz

November 21, 1934 ~ March 21, 2023

 

Notice of passing…..retired Hughes AirWest/Northwest Airlines pilot Captain Arvin Carl Schultz, age 88.  Widowed in January 2022 (see both obituaries below), Arvin is survived by his children and their families.

These links will take you to obituary information online:

https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/schultz-arvin-carl/

https://www.azcentral.com/obituaries/par068634 

https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/schultz-nona-nonie-loraine-mazurek/

 

Captain Schultz has most recently resided in Arizona at

 1952 E San Miguel Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85016

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : SCHULTZ, ARVIN CARL

Arvin Carl Schultz passed away March 21, 2023 in his beloved city of Phoenix, AZ. “Arv” was born November 21, 1934 at Elmhurst Hospital in Elmhurst, IL. He lived the first 28 years of his life in Addison, IL.

As a young man he became a police officer with the Addison Police Department and soon after he met Nona, a 3rd grade schoolteacher in Addison. During their courtship Arv became a Deputy Sheriff with the DuPage County Sheriff’s office. After their marriage on June 16, 1962, Arv and Nonie moved to Phoenix, AZ.

In 1966 Arv’s career in aviation began. He worked as a flight instructor for Sawyer Aviation, flew as a co-pilot for Apache Airlines and then Bonanza Airlines. He worked as an instructor pilot for the Lufthansa Training Program, started Carefree Air Services, flew for Hughes Air West and with the many airline mergers ended his 26-year career as a Captain with Northwest Airlines (now Delta).

After FAA mandated retirement at age 60, he started Arizona Flyways magazine which eventually became Americas Flyways which he published for 13 years. He also published Sky Harbor Airport News. As an avid lover of history, he spent many years researching aviation history in Arizona with the intent of publishing a book. Arv was the past president of Arizona Pilots Association and the Classic Airplane Association of Arizona, Chairman of Knights of the Round Engine, a former board member of the American Aviation Historical Society Phoenix Wing, Arizona Capitol Museum Guild and a member of many other organizations. He was the recipient of the Wright Brother Master Pilot Award and enshrined in the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame.

But more than his love of flying and aviation, Arv loved his family. Charles H. Schultz, Arv’s father, Erna Schaper Schultz, his mother and Nona Mazurek Schultz his wife preceded him in death. Arv was a beloved husband, father, grandfather great grandfather and friend. He is survived by three daughters Kathleen, Nancy (Derek), and Amy (Steve) and one son, Andrew (Sydney). Additional survivors include six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

 

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Arizona Military Museum or The Marine Corp Foundation.

 Article printed from Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home | Phoenix AZ: https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com

URL to article: https://www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com/schultz-arvin-carl/

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SCHULTZ, NONA “NONIE” LORAINE (MAZUREK)

Nona Loraine (Mazurek) Schultz passed away peacefully January 29, 2022, in her Phoenix, Arizona home with husband Arvin, and their children by her side.

Nonie was born June 8, 1934, at St. Anthony de Padua hospital in Chicago, IL. She lived the first seven years of her life in Oak Park, IL. In 1941, the Mazurek family relocated to suburban Elmhurst where Nonie graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic high school. She continued her education at Webster College in Webster Grove, Missouri, a suburb of St Louis, graduating in 1956. Nonie returned to Elmhurst and taught third grade in Addison for the next six years.

While teaching in Addison, Nonie met Arvin Schultz, a Village of Addison police officer. After a long courtship they were married June 16, 1962, and shortly thereafter the newlyweds moved to Phoenix, Arizona where Nonie taught elementary school for one year.

Milton J. Mazurek, Nonie’s father and Loraine Cassin Mazurek, her mother preceded Nonie in death.

Nonie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend! She is survived by Arvin, her devoted husband of 59 1/2 years, three daughters: Kathleen Ann, Nancy Jean (Derek), and Amy Therese (Steve), and one son, Andrew Patrick (Sydney). Additional survivors include six grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and sisters Joan, and Geraldine.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with Rosary at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass for Nonie is at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 7, 2022, at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 2312 E. Campbell Avenue, Phoenix. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Vincent de Paul and Americare Hospice of Mesa, AZ.

DL Capt. Dennis DeGuire

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Dennis DeGuire

MAY 24, 1941 – MARCH 3, 2023

 

From friends and colleagues comes this news with the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Dennis Adrian DeGuire, age 81.  Captain DeGuire joined Delta Air Lines 02-14-1966 and was based DFW, then PDX/030 prior to retiring.  Dennnis is survived by his wife Merry, and by his children and their families.

To view the obituary online and share memories please visit

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/colleyville-tx/dennis-deguire-11182944 

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

409 Falcon Ct

Colleyville, TX 76034

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary :  Mr. Dennis A DeGuire

COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS - Dennis A. DeGuire, a retired airline captain and resident of Northeast Tarrant County for over 57 years, passed away Friday, March 3rd, 2023.

A visitation for Dennis will be held Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home, 5725 COLLEYVILLE BLVD, COLLEYVILLE, TX 76034. Respectfully, a private burial will ensue following the visitation.

 

Memorials: If you wish to send flowers in honor of Dennis, please contact Lilium Floral Design at (817) 589-1566 or http://www.liliumflorals.com.

 

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.bluebonnethills.com for the DeGuire Family.

 

Dennis was born in Browning, Montana, and grew up in Bremerton, Washington. He graduated from Central Kitsap High School in Silverdale, WA where he starred in golf, basketball, baseball and football. After high school, Dennis married his sweetheart Merry and elected to attend flight school at Boeing Field in Seattle where he earned his first pilot’s license. He began his flying career as a pilot with Zantop Air Transport flying freight out of San Francisco, CA. Dennis was hired by Delta Airlines on 2/14/1966 and moved from San Francisco to the DFW area where he was based. He flew for Delta for 31 years ending his career as a captain on the MD-11 flying international routes out of Portland, OR. Dennis was an avid golfer with numerous club championships. Dennis loved to coach each of his four boys as well as his grandchildren in various sports. He was a co-founder of Little Dribblers Basketball, a national organization, and was President of the association for several years.

 

Dennis had many accolades throughout his career, but he was most proud of the family that he created with 4 children, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. “Many men can make a fortune, but very few can build a family.”- J. S. Bryan

 

Survivors: Wife of 61 years, Merry DeGuire; Son Derek DeGuire and wife Carolyn of Argyle, TX; Son Darren DeGuire and wife Christina of Chico, TX; Son Dana DeGuire and wife Susan of Keller, TX; Son Dwane DeGuire and fiance Katie Coffey of Chico, TX; Grandchildren, Dustin DeGuire, Austin DeGuire, Madison Parkey, Madeleine DeGuire, Dillon DeGuire, Katherine Haddock, Dalton DeGuire, and Luke DeGuire; Great-grandchild Holly Haddock; Sister Donna Joy of Mesa, AZ; Sister Jeanine Johnson of Seattle, WA; Sister Verla Cook of Seattle, WA; Brother Dallas DeGuire of Seattle, WA.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Clarence DeGuire of Bremerton, WA.

DL Capt. James Weir McCord II

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. James W. McCord

January 27, 1934 - March 17, 2023

                                        

                           

Notice of passing…..Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain James Weir McCord II, age 89.  Captain McCord joined Delta Air Lines 11-11-1957.  He is survived by his wife Barbara, and by his children and his grand- and greatgrandchildren.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/27517748/james-weir-mccord 

Condolences may be sent to the family at

120 Hermitage Pl

Peachtree City, GA 30269

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : James Weir McCord, 89, of Peachtree City, Georgia

went to be with the Lord on March 17, 2023. He was born on January 29, 1934, in New York City, New York to the late John and Mary McCord.

 

Mr. McCord was an Air Force Korean War Veteran as well as Captain and Line Check Airman for Delta Airlines for 37 years. He served the community as Councilman for the City of Hapeville, was elected President of the Exchange Club, and delivered Meals on Wheels for over 22 years. Mr. McCord was a devout Catholic and spent his life devoted to the Lord. He served as Stephen Minister, Eucharistic Minister and was a Fourth-Degree member of the Knights of Columbus.

 

 He is preceded in death by his parents, as well as his sister MaryLou and brother Peter.

 James is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Barbara McCord, children James McCord II and wife Robin of Sharpsburg GA Georgia,   Mark McCord and wife Angela of Plano TX, Greg McCord and husband James Pahn of Panama City Beach FL, Susan McCord Dietz and husband Thomas of Charlotte NC, Laurie McCord Ashley and husband Bart of Nashville TN, and Paul McCord of Ft. Lauderdale FL, grandchildren Candice, Eric, Nicholas, Sara, Anna, Catherine, Lane, Andrew, Molly, and James III, great-grandchildren Katie, Nathan, Evan, Mason, Taylor, Nora, and Sloane as well as extended family and friends

 

The family will host a memorial service at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Peachtree City. The family will host a reception after the service at the church.

 

 The family requests donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society in lieu of flowers.

 We welcome you to provide your condolences, thoughts, and memories on our Tribute Wall.

 Mowell Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Peachtree City, www.mowells.com

DL Capt. Alfred J. Banks Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL Capt. Alfred “Al” Banks

April 8, 1943 ~ February 22, 2023

 

Notice of passing….retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Alfred Joseph Banks Jr., age 79.  Captain Banks joined Delta Air Lines 01-05-1970 and was based 030/ATL.  He is survived by his wife Kelly, and by his children and grandchildren.

Obituary information may be viewed online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/atlanta/name/alfred-banks-obituary?id=51482938 

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

11250 Big Canoe

Big Canoe, GA 30143

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

Obituary : BANKS, Jr., Alfred "Al"

On February 22, 2023, Alfred Banks passed away at the age of 79. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he attended Father Judge High School, then Villanova University. After graduation, Al joined the Navy as a pilot and had his first solo flight on January 31, 1966. He then joined Delta Airlines in Atlanta where he flew for 33 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred J. and Marie Banks. Al leaves behind his wife, Kelly; children: Mary Doyle (Chris), Cathleen Banks, and Adam Banks (Ines); grandchildren: Riley, Ben, Aidan, Navy, Kit, Colin, and Amelia; sisters, Elaine Banks and Dorothy Buinevic; and brother, William Banks.

Janet Marie Sloan, wife of DL Capt. Michael Sloan

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Janet Marie Sloan, wife of DL Capt. Michael Sloan

January 16, 1959  -  March 15, 2023

 

Notice of passing…..Janet is the wife of Delta Air Lines pilot Michael Lloyd Sloan who joined Delta 04-11-1990.  Janet is survived by her husband Michael and by their children, Kelsey and Connor.

Janet’s obituary information is available online at

https://www.mowells.com/obituaries/Janet-Marie-Sloan?obId=27516919  and

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/washingtonpost/name/janet-sloan-obituary?id=51482149 

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

1105 Montclair Dr

Peachtree City, GA 30269

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Janet Sloan's passing on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 has been publicly announced by Mowell Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Peachtree City, GA.

 

JANET MARIE SLOAN…..

Janet Marie Sloan passed away in Peachtree City, GA, on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. The cause was cancer. Janet was a daughter of the late Charles R. Stratton and the late Celia Lay Stratton. She was born in Washington, DC on January 16, 1959, and grew up in Alexandria, VA. She graduated from T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria (class of '76). T.C. Williams was made nationally famous in the year 2000 movie, "Remember the Titans". Janet played clarinet in the marching band there. After high school, Janet graduated from Emory & Henry College, Virginia (1980). She met her future husband, Michael Sloan, at Emory & Henry. They were married in Alexandria, VA on September 4, 1982. From 1982 until 1990, Janet and Mike lived in Florida, Texas, and California while Mike served in the Navy. From Mike's last duty station in Pensacola, FL, they moved to Flower Mound, TX and Mike began his civilian career flying for Delta Airlines. Their children, Kelsey and Connor Sloan, were born while they lived in Texas. In 2004, their family moved to Peachtree City, GA. Janet obtained her real estate license and worked for Berkshire Hathaway in Peachtree City as a realtor.

 

Janet cherished her family, and she was a devoted wife and mother. She loved all animals, but especially horses, cats, and dogs. She spent many happy hours riding her horses in her younger days. She enjoyed decorating and painting with watercolors and acrylics.

 

Janet is survived by her husband, Michael Sloan, and daughter, Kelsey Sloan, of Peachtree City; son, Connor Sloan, of Newnan, GA; brother, James E. Stratton (Karen Downs), of Alexandria, VA; sister, Linda D. Stratton (Brian Lake) of Monroe, WA; father-in-law, CAPT Stanley Sloan, USN (ret.), of Tucson, AZ; sisters-in-law Jan Goldman (George) and Shery Wynekyn (Mike) of Tucson; nephews Edward and David Stratton, of Alexandria; niece, Lucille Myers (Steele) of Leland, NC; nephew Mike Kase of Huntsville, AL; nephew Matt Kase of Habersham, SC; six first cousins; a grand-niece and grand-nephew; and many good friends from Alexandria, Emory & Henry, Flower Mound, Peachtree City, and other places where she lived. Her parents, her mother-in-law, Alys Sloan, and a sister-in-law, Arlene Stratton, previously passed away. A private memorial service is planned.

DL Capt. John H. Jones

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. John H. Jones

 

As noted in the recent March issue of the Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column …..the passing of Delta Air Lines pilot Capt. John H. Jones in September of 2022. 

If anyone has more information, we would sure like to hear from you.

Thank you for your help,

~ Carol for the PCN

 

NWA Capt. Dale W. Buchanan

 ~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, RW/NWA Capt. Dale Wayne “Doug” Buchanan

February 25, 1933 ~ December 20, 2018

Barbara June Buchanan

June 3, 1937 ~ July 12, 2018

 

Update:  Thanks to Hughes Airwest friends and colleagues, we have learned that Dale was an RW Captain, and that he was hired in July of 1968 in the first new class under Hughes Airwest, and would have made the merger with Northwest.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

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~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Dale W. Buchanan

 

As noted in the recent March issue of the Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column …..the passing of Northwest Airlines pilot Capt. Dale W. Buchanan in December of 2018. 

 

Is this Dale Wayne Buchanan…. born Feb 25 1933, date of death Dec 20 2018  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/201843706/dale-wayne-buchanan

and his wife Barbara June who passed 6months prior 

 https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/201843732/barbara-june-buchanan  

 

If anyone has more information, we would love to hear from you.

Thank you for your help,

~ Carol for the PCN

NWA Capt. Bart E. Corcoran, and wife Barbara Corcoran

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NWA Capt. Bart E. Corcoran

MARCH 5, 1934 – NOVEMBER 16, 2022

 

As noted in the recent March issue of the Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column …..the passing of Northwest Airlines pilot Capt. Bart E. Corcoran in November of 2022.  Captain Bartholomew Edward Jr., age 88, was survived by his wife Barbara, but sadly Barbara passed in January. 

Please see obituaries below.

Bart’s obituary information may be found online at

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/las-vegas-nv/bart-corcoran-11026354 

 

Obituary for Bart Corcoran

IN THE CARE OF : Palm Northwest Mortuary & Cemetery

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bart Corcoran of Las Vegas, Nevada. He died on November 16, 2022, at the age of 88 after a short but intense battle with cancer.

 

Born on March 5, 1934, into the Irish Catholic family of Dr. Bartholomew Edward Sr. and Virginia Corcoran of Green Isle, MN, Bart embraced life - from his fun-filled shenanigan days as a boy in Green Isle, to his 3 Sport Letterman High School years and ensuing college years at St. Thomas, to his early flying days in the Air Force training on the beloved T-33 Shooting Star to his latter ones flying the Northwest Boeing 747. Bart’s love for flying was apparent and only outmatched by his love for his family.

 

He found great joy in spending time with his kids and grandkids. From telling "dad jokes" to building forts and attending sporting events beyond count, he thoroughly delighted in and was proud of his entire family.

 

Bart devoutly practiced his Catholic faith his entire life and generously supported and served the parishes he attended – from St. Brendan’s in Green Isle to St. Anthony of Padua in Las Vegas. His devotion to God, his faith and family was and still is an inspiration to those who were blessed to know him.

 

Bart is survived by his wife of 55 years, Barbara, his 4 children, Chris (Lara) Corcoran, Mike (Melissa) Corcoran, Susan (Troy) Held, and Kari (Kameron) Kildea, and his 8 wonderful grandchildren. Bart also left behind 2 brothers, Tony and Tim, and 2 sisters, Sheila and Sharon.

 

To honor Bart's memory, we are holding a celebration of life ceremony on December 12th, 2022. Mass will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church at 11am, with the praying of the Rosary beginning at 10:30am. Following Mass, there will be an Interment of Ashes service held at Palm Mortuary on North Jones beginning at 12:30 pm with a reception following. We invite anyone who knew Bart to attend and remember his beautiful life with us.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made in Bart's name to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Las Vegas.

 

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

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Barbara’s obituary information:

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/las-vegas-nv/barbara-corcoran-11109736

Barbara Jean Corcoran

OCTOBER 21, 1943 – JANUARY 13, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Jean Corcoran of Las Vegas, Nevada. She died on January 13, 2023, at the age of 79 after an arduous battle with cancer.

Barbara Jean was born on October 21, 1943, in Eau Claire, WI to Philip and Amie Froiland. The eldest of 4, Barbara’s love of life and adventurous spirit was apparent from an early age - from cheerleading and playing the saxophone in High School, to working in downtown Minneapolis, and then landing a job as a stewardess. While working for the airlines, Barbara met her love, Bart, and soon began another fulfilling chapter in her life as a beloved Wife and Mother of 4.

 

As a Wife and Mother, Barbara ran a tight ship; she was strong, decisive and organized, all while showing her family unconditional love and unending care – even in the face of what likely felt like millions of loads of laundry, attending countless sporting events and activities, participating in church and school functions, making trips to the ER...the list was long. She managed it all with beauty and grace.

 

Beginning in 1995, Barbara was blessed over the next 10 years with 8 incredible grandkids who all have fun, delicious food memories of their Grandma Barb. Whether it was helping to make snickerdoodles and spaghetti or just enjoying her famous pickles or homemade strawberry jam on a piece of toast, so many memories were made in her kitchen.

 

Barbara, once described by her husband of 55 years as a woman who attacked life, enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family and many wonderful friends, and sipping a good glass of wine or a delicious cocktail. She found delight in gardening; her roses were a reflection of her beauty, strength and devotion. And we would be remiss not to remember how much she loved hitting the ski slopes.

 

Barbara Jean was a beautiful, courageous and giving woman. A true fighter in every sense of the word. As we are all relieved that she has been freed from her suffering and is now Home with the Lord, it is that unconditional love and spirit of hers that we will all remember and certainly miss.

 

Barbara is survived by her 4 children, Chris (Lara) Corcoran, Mike (Melissa) Corcoran, Susan (Troy) Held, and Kari (Kameron) Kildea, and her 8 wonderful grandchildren. Barbara is also survived by her siblings, Allen Froiland, Carol Retzloff and Michael Froiland, and step-sibling, Lonnie Dobbs. In addition to her immediate family, Barbara is survived by many dear friends whom she considered to be like sisters.

 

To honor Barbara’s memory, we are holding a celebration of life ceremony on February 4th, 2023. Mass will be held at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church at 1 pm, with the praying of the Rosary beginning at 12:30 pm. Following Mass, there will be an Interment of Ashes service held at Palm Mortuary on North Jones beginning at 2:30 pm with a reception following. We invite anyone who knew Barbara to attend and remember her beautiful life with us.

DL Capt. Pedro C. Santiago III

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Pedro C. Santiago III

September 19, 1957 ~ December 30, 2022

 

As noted in the recent March issue of the Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column …..the passing of Delta Capt. Pedro C. Santiago III in December of 2022.  Captain Santiago joined Delta Air Lines 06-30-1988.   He is survived by his wife Samantha, and by his children and their families.

Obituary information may be found online at

https://www.crosstimbersgazette.com/2023/01/25/pedro-c-santiago-iii/

 

Obituary …… 

Pedro C. Santiago III passed away on Dec. 30, 2022. Also known as Jim or Jimmy, he was a ’76 KHS graduate, a 10-year Veteran of the Marine Corp, served 7 months during Desert Storm while with the Naval Reserve for 3 years and was a pilot with Delta Airlines for 32 1/2 years. He loved to dance and fly. Enjoyed a round of golf once in a while, too. He was preceded in death by his parents and is survived by his wife of 43 years, Heather, his daughter, Shannon, his son, Carlos, as well as his brother, Candy, and his sister, Landy, two grandchildren, Moira and Emmett, and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held in Flower Mound at the Flower Mound Senior Center on Feb. 3rd from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., with a sermon at 1:30. There will also be a Celebration of Life held in Killeen, TX at the Killeen Civic Center on Feb. 5th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., with a sermon at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to any of the great Veteran’s nonprofits, the Miniature Schnauzer Rescue of North Texas or any personal charity preference, in his honor.

 

Colonel USAF ret., DL F/O Steven Brian Fulaytar

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Colonel USAF ret., DL F/O Steven Brian Fulaytar

December 5, 1962  ~  December 23, 2022

 

As noted in the recent March issue of the Air Line Pilot magazine’s In Memoriam column …..the passing of Delta F/O Steven B. Fulaytar in December of 2022.  Colonel, USAF (Retired) Steven Brian Fulaytar joined Delta Air Lines 09-11-1997.  He is survived by his wife Samantha, and by his sons Justin and Mark.

Obituary information may be found online at

https://www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=26744358 

 

Obituary………………….

Steven B. Fulaytar, Colonel,  USAF (Retired) passed away on 23 December 2022, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He has gone on to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Steve is survived by his wife Samantha, his two sons Justin and Mark, his parents Don and Anita Fulaytar, his sister Cheryl Payson and brother-in-law Ric Payson, and his brother Chris Fulaytar.

Steve dedicated 32 years of service to the military. He served in the Alabama Air National Guard, active duty Air Force, and the Air Force Reserve.

He dreamt of being a pilot from a very young age. He flew the T-37, T-38, WC-135, and C-130 in the military. He went on to become a commercial airline pilot on the 727, MD-88, and 737.

Steve loved his family. He was a great husband, wonderful father, a good son and brother, and a mentor to many. He leaves behind his family, friends from childhood, high school, & Auburn University, fellow pilots, and the military service members he was honored to serve with.

Steve will be buried at the National Cemetery at Montevallo, Alabama on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 11:45 a.m.

Interment will follow in Alabama National Cemetery, Montevallo, Alabama.

Martin Funeral Home directing.

You may leave online condolences for the family on the guest registry at www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com

 

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/247691710/steven-brian-fulaytar 

USAF, DL Capt. Melvin L. Copeland Jr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF, DL Capt. Melvin L. Copeland Jr.

November 21, 1947 - March 19, 2023

 

Notice of passing ….. Col USAF (retired) and Delta Air Lines pilot Captain  Melvin Luther Copeland Jr., age 75. 

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.blessingfuneralhome.net/obituaries/Melvin-Copeland-2/#!/TributeWall 

also   https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/melvin-copeland-obituary?id=51286720

 

Obituary : Melvin Luther Copeland

Melvin Luther Copeland, Jr. Col USAF (Retired), 75, of Mansfield, Texas, went to be with the

Lord on March 19, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. Mel was born on November 21,

1947, to Miriam Ovella and Melvin L. Copeland, Sr. formerly of Lubbock, Texas. Mel graduated

from Monterey High School in Lubbock in 1966, and entered the Air Force ROTC program at

Texas Tech University, where he graduated with a Civil Engineering degree and was

commissioned into the Air Force on May 16, 1970. During this time, he married high school

sweetheart, Nancy Woodward on February 28, 1970.

The beginning of a 28 year military career began with pilot training at Webb AFB, Texas, where

he received his wings in 1971 and began his flying career as a T-38 instructor pilot at Reese

AFB, Texas, until he was assigned an F-4 at Kunsan AFB, Korea. Upon his return, he was

assigned to Holloman AFB. NM, again as a T-38 instructor pilot. A short assignment to SOS

school and a new assignment to the F-15 at Holloman AFB, NM He then attended Air

Command and Staff College in Montgomery, AL, with a following assignment to Washington DC

Pentagon assignment. Returning to fly, he was assigned to Elmendorf AFB, AK, in the F-15

Eagle and served as Squadron Commander and Flight Lead Commander of the William Tell

Competition team. After Air War College, he returned once again to Washington DC Pentagon

as an Executive Officer. A duty station at Mildenhall AFB, England followed as Deputy OPS

officer for the 3rd Air Force Europe while remaining current in the F-15 at Lakenheath AFB.

Returning to the US, Mel (“Wodie”) finished out his career at Norfolk Navy Air Station in Virginia

Beach, VA and retired from the Air Force on September 1, 1997. Retirement lasted a week, as

he was hired by Delta Airlines where he flew and re-retired in 2007.

Mel enjoyed playing golf, fishing, bird hunting, playing guitar, baseball and coaching his

grandsons little league teams and traveling to their tournaments cheering them on to ” hit the

long one”.

Mel was preceded in death by his parents and brother Richard Gregory Copeland. He is

survived by his wife, Nancy Jean of 53 years; daughter, Jennifer R. Cook and her husband,

Robert; grandsons Matthew Cook and Michael Cook; brother Samuel L. Copeland and

numerous family members and dear friends.

 

DL F/A Annette Conrad, wife of DL Capt. Jerry Conrad

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL F/A Annette Conrad, wife of DL Capt. Jerry Conrad

April 17, 1947 ~ March 12, 2023

 

From friends and colleagues, we learn of the passing of Delta Flight Attendant Ruth Annette Conrad, wife of retired Delta pilot Captain Jerry Conrad. Captain Edward J. 'Jerry' Conrad Jr. was born 4/5/1941 and was hired by Delta Air Lines  1/5/1970 and was based in ATL.

Annette’s obituary information may be found online at

  https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/mdjonline/name/annette-conrad-obituary?id=50923874

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  4210 Aberdeen Pass, Roswell, GA 30075-2601.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

Obituary : CONRAD, Annette Thomas

Annette Conrad of Roswell, GA, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, after a valiant battle with breast cancer. Ruth Annette Thomas was born on April 17, 1947 to Flavie and Custis Thomas in Albemarle, NC. After attending Albemarle High School and enjoying her years as a majorette in the marching band, she attended Peace College. She was bitten by the travel bug, and traveled to Atlanta where she started an illustrious 34-year career with Delta Airlines as flight attendant. While at Delta, she appeared in several Delta ads and was regarded as a "super" flight attendant. She balanced a wonderful career as well as a beautiful family. In 1977, she married fellow Delta employee Jerry Conrad. She immediately became a mother to Jerry's daughter, Kim, and went on to have two more children, sons, Kris and Kevin. She was extremely supportive and active in her children's lives, taking "early bird" flights so her schedule would allow her to be home with her children. She was a beloved mother, attentive nurse, respected teacher, capable chauffer, and "wooden spoon" disciplinarian. Throughout her life, she thought only of others and made sure their needs were met before her own. She is known to many as an extremely thoughtful and caring person, always buying gifts for her friends on her many travels. She spent many years taking trips to Myrtle Beach with her parents where she found her love of water, and enjoyed time at her lake house, and the beach throughout her adult years. She traveled extensively and enjoyed many cruises and traveling all over the world with her husband and friends. Annette was a longtime member of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church where she participated in many Bible study classes. Annette was predeceased by her parents, Flavie and Custis Thomas. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jerry Conrad; her sons, Kris (Kara) Conrad and Kevin (Laura Conrad); her daughter, Kim (Keith) Gaddie; and her seven grandchildren, Collin, Alec, Cassidy, Kenedy, Abby, Brooks, and Blake. A Celebration of Life will be held at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church on April 14, 2023 at 11:00 AM, with a reception to follow. Family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 PM on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Mayes Ward Dobbins Funeral Home in Marietta, GA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SARAH CANNON RESEARCH INSTITUTE in Nashville, TN.

 

DL Capt. Glenn Edward Staley

 

GLENN STALEY OBITUARY

Glenn Staley's passing on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 has been publicly announced by KOSEC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY in PORT TOWNSEND, WA.

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF, DL Capt. Glenn Edward Staley

March 22, 1935 ~   March 14, 2023

 

Notification with the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Glenn Edward Staley, age 87.  Captain Staley joined Delta Air Lines 01-16-1961 and was based DFW, then PDX prior to retirement.  He is survived by his wife Peggy, and by his children and their families.

Obituary information can be found online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/glenn-staley-obituary?id=50882954

 

GLENN STALEY OBITUARY

Glenn Staley, age 87, passed away at Olympic Memorial Hospital. He was born in Loup City, Nebraska and grew up in Corpus Christi, Texas. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1957. After serving for four years, he became a commercial airline pilot for Delta Airlines in 1961 and retired after thirty-four years.

 

Glenn was a lifelong and devout Catholic. He was active in the Legion of Mary and served as an extraordinary minister, taking communion to the home-bound. He is survived by his wife Peggy, daughters Kim Staley and Mary Laiti, son-in-law Jay Laiti, son Chris Staley, daughter-in-law Kellie Staley, grandsons Killian and Aiden Staley, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services will take place at St. Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1300 Blaine St., Port Townsend, WA., on April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. (rosary at 9:30 a.m.), immediately followed by burial services at St. Mary's Cemetery. Anyone wishing to send flowers, they should be delivered to the church. A reception will be held in the church hall following the burial.

USAF, WA/DL Major Carl Michael Bendik

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF, WA/DL Major Carl Michael Bendik

August 11, 1941 ~ March 13, 2023

 

Notice of passing….retired USAF and Western/Delta pilot Major Carl Michael Bendik, age 81.  Carl joined Western Airlines 08-22-1972 and retired with Delta Air Lines, and was based CVG/030.  He is survived by his children and grandchildren.

 

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Obituary  :  MAJOR CARL MICHAEL BENDIK

Beloved Major Carl Michael Bendik, 81, of Moon Township, PA and Marathon, FL, a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away peacefully in Miami, FL on Monday, March 13, 2023.

 

Born in McKeesport, PA on August 11, 1941, Carl graduated from Clairton High School with a football scholarship awarded from Pennsylvania State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.  After graduating from Penn State, he enlisted in the US Air Force in 1964.  Carl served in the Vietnam War and retired from active duty with the rank of Major.  After active duty, he remained in the reserves for several years, a true reflection and testament to his patriotism.  Carl began his 40+ year professional career in 1972 as a commercial airline pilot and retired from Delta Airlines with the rank of Captain. 

 

Carl was preceded in death by his parents, Michael John and Hedwig “June” (Mularski) Bendik, and his brother James Bendik. He is survived by his daughter, Amy (Scott) Dumas; son, Ted (Vanessa) Bendik; grandchildren Ian & AJ Bendik and Jack Dumas; sister, Marlene (Carl) Abrasheff; & 3 nieces, Lisa Szuhoza, Carla Abrasheff & Michelle (Brian) Laux. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and cherished his warm and wonderful spirit.

 

 A viewing will be held from 9 – 10 am on Friday March 24, 2023 at Stephen D. Slater Funeral Home, 1701 Route 51, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025, (412-384-0350) followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Claire of Assisi Church (old St. Joseph Building) 460 Reed Street, Clairton, PA 15025, and burial with full Military Honors at 1 pm at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies,1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville, PA 15017.