NWA Capt. John 'Grant' Herr

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. John 'Grant' Herr

March 22, 1936 ~ September 23, 2023

 

Sharing news from the Retired Northwest Pilots group/RNPA ………..

“NWA Captain John 'Grant' Herr, age 87, passed away on September 23, 2023.

"Grant' was hired by NWA on May 15, 1967. The following obituary was posted

on September 29 in the Minneapolis Star and Tribune.”

 

 https://m.startribune.com/obituaries/detail/0000469641/?fullname=john-grant-herr

 

 

 Life story :

"Herr, John "Grant" 87, of Bloomington, Mn. Passed away peacefully on

September 23, 2023. Grant was born in Columbus, Ohio and was Ohio State

University's greatest football fan. He and his wife Erlene graduated from

Miami University in Oxford, Ohio and became a "Miami Merger." Grant was an

USAF Captain and flew the F-100 in Vietnam. He was a 757 Captain, instructor

pilot, and 30 year employee at Northwest Airlines. Grant enjoyed biking,

hiking, camping in the BWCA, winter tennis in Florida, and gardening with

his wife. He will be remembered for his humility, dedication to his family,

and telling humorous stories with a twinkle in his eye. Grant is survived by

his wife of 65 years, Erlene, children Richard and Katrina, grandchildren

Caitlyn, Ryan and Grant, great grandchildren Eevie and Isla, sister Annette

and brother Chuck. Private services will be held. Donations may be made to

JDRF to end Type One Diabetes. "

 

NWA Capt. Larry W. Hacker

A pilot obituary has been posted for Captain Larry Hacker. Obituaries can be
viewed at: https://rnpa.org/memoriam/obits  

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from LYNN DAY <wlday@comcast.net>: Oct 23 

Update/additional information:  NWA Captain Larry Hacker

Funeral Mass, Tuesday Nov. 14, at 10:00 AM

St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church

2300 Sunridge Heights Pkwy, Henderson, NV

12:00 PM Lunch

 Interment.....Wed. Nov. 29, 10:00 AM

Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery

1900 Veterans Memorial Dr, Boulder, City, NV 

https://www.meyerbroschapels.com/obituaries/larry-hacker 

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~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. Larry W. Hacker

October 20, 1940 — September 15, 2023

 

Sharing news from the RNPA/Retired Northwest Pilots Association communication site ….

“Captain Larry Hacker, age 82, flew west on 15 September 2023. Larry was

hired by NWA on March 24, 1969. He retired from the U.S. Marine Corp as a

Lt./Col. and a Naval Aviator. Larry was also RNPA member and will be

memorialized in a pilot obituary to be posted on the RNPA website.”

 

Obituary information can be found online at

 https://www.meyerbroschapels.com/obituaries/larry-hacker

 

Larry W. Hacker

October 20, 1940 — September 15, 2023

Larry W. Hacker, 82 of Henderson NV, formerly of Sioux City passed away September 15 from complications of Agent Orange.

 

Larry was born October 20, 1940 to Chuck and Mary Fran (Underscheid) Hacker. He graduated from Heelan High in 1958, and Creighton University in 1962. In 1960 he enrolled in the Marine Corp officer’s candidate school. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt upon graduating from college. He served his country during the Vietnam War (14 months) as a helicopter pilot where he received a Distinguished Flying Cross. Upon returning back to the states he was stationed in Pensacola Fl. as a flight instructor. He retired from the USMC as a Lt. Col. He then went to work at Northwest Orient. Upon retiring from flying he retired to Henderson, NV.

 

He was united in marriage to Jessica Braunger, to this union four children were born. They later divorced.

 

He was united in marriage to Maureen on October 20th. They shared many things from birthdays to wedding anniversary, all October 20th.

 

He is survived by his wife Maureen, daughter Mary Eileen (John) Demos, sons Mark, Joseph, daughter Elizabeth, and step son Jason, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, siblings Gary and Jan Hacker, Bob and Maurine Hacker, all of Omaha, Mary Sam Hacker, Margie and John Fitch, Charlie and Mary Hacker all of Sioux City, along with several nieces and nephews.

 

A memorial service will be held October 13 at 10 o'clock at St Gerald's in Omaha.

St. Gerald Catholic Church, 9602 Q St. , Ralston, NE 68127

 

He will be greatly missed by his family.

NWA Capt. Merle Charles Eglet

 Obituary : Capt. Merle C. Eglet  Sept. 2023   see  https://obituaries.seattletimes.com/obituary/merle-skip-eglet-1088886925

Merle "Skip" Eglet finished his layover on this earth with blue skies and no regrets on September 25, 2023 in Nashville, TN. Semper Fidelis.

 

He was born in North Dakota on June 7, 1935 to Charles and Nette Eglet. Early in life, the family moved to Zillah, WA to escape the Great Depression. Skip attended Orchardvale Elementary and Zillah High Schools. He earned valedictorian honors at all levels.

 

After studying in the pharmacy program at WSU, Skip joined the Naval Aviation Cadet program. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps and earned his wings as a Naval Aviator. His tour of active duty began at El Toro, CA, with deployments to Arizona, Nevada, and the aircraft carrier CVA-34 Oriskany. While on active duty, Skip flew numerous aircraft, most notably the famed F4U Corsair and the venerable F8U Crusader. Upon leaving active duty, he joined the Fleet Marine Forces Reserve and continued for 13 years.

 

During his time in the reserves, Skip began pursuing a career in commercial aviation. Skip was ultimately hired by Northwest Airlines in the spring of 1964 and retired there more than 31 years later. During his career at NWA, Skip flew everything from the DC-6 to the DC-10 and retired flying the iconic Boeing 747.

 

Over the course of his 31-years, Skip served in several roles as an appointed or elected officer in the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA). This ultimately led to Skip being nominated and elected Deputy President of The International Federation of Airline Pilots Associations (IFALPA). He served in this office during his final years prior to retirement. Skip always noted how the support of his fellow pilots at NWA and ALPA greatly aided his ability to represent flight crews around the world to various national governments and regulating bodies.

 

It was during his time with NWA that Skip met Kathy Parat who would become the love of his life. Throughout their marriage, they strived to build a robust, yet practical life with homes in Kirkland and Whidbey Island, Washington surrounded by the tranquility of beautiful sunsets and peaceful water. From their earliest time together in the airline industry until their retirement, the two enjoyed laughter with friends, travel and exploration abroad, and time spent with their family.

 

Throughout his life, Skip was an ardent supporter of his Washington State Cougars, various sports—especially high school as well as numerous historical organizations. His favorite moments were always spent with family traveling or beachside on his beloved Whidbey Island.

 

Skip is survived by his wife, Kathy of Franklin, TN; his brothers Tony, Dick and Steve, and his sister Paula Thomas; his son Robert and wife Tracy; his daughter Brooke Boling and husband Gregg; grandsons Keegan and Blake Eglet and granddaughter Jordan Eglet; granddaughter Parker Boling and grandson Thatcher Boling; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

The family will be hosting a private Celebration of Life in his home state of Washington. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation to The Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation or the Wounded Warrior Project.

 

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, NWA Capt. Merle Charles Eglet

June 7, 1935 ~ September 25, 2023

 

From the retired Northwest Airlines pilot group comes this news. 

Captain Eglet, age 88, joined Northwest Airlines 05-27-1964.

 

Dear NWA Colleagues and Friends,

 NWA Captain “Skip” Eglet peacefully passed away at 5:40 AM (CDT) near

Nashville, TN. He died of Neuro Endocrine Carcinoma. Skip's extended family

was assembled to be with him at the end of life. A private burial will be held later.

 

Share your memories online at  

https://obituaries.neptunesociety.com/obituaries/brentwood-tn/merle-eglet-11473762

Merle Charles Eglet

JUNE 7, 1935 – SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Merle Charles Eglet, age 88, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/nashville-cremation for the Eglet family.

DL Capt. Henry “Hank” Toomer Morrison III

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Henry “Hank” Toomer Morrison III

September 5, 1932 ~ *September 19, 2023

 

From friends and family comes this news with the passing of retired Delta pilot and Delta Golden Wings member Captain Henry “Hank” Morrison, age 91.  Hank joined Delta Air Lines 01-02-1956 and retired with Delta in 1992.  Captain Morrison was based Miami for the majority of his career, then Atlanta in the later years before his retirement.

*Note: Friends reported his passing as that of September 19th, yet some of the online sources mention a date of passing as the 17^th.

 

Online obituary notices are available at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/henry-morrison-obituary?id=53195070 

also at https://www.roselawn-fh.com/obituaries/henry-morrison 

 

Obituary notices : Henry Morrison

 

Henry T. Morrison III, 91, was born on September 9, 1932, in McClellanville, SC. He recently passed away on September 17, 2023. Henry attended Dreher high school and the University of South Carolina. He worked for Delta Airlines. Henry served in the SC National Guard. To honor his memory, donations can be made to St. James Episcopal Church, Village Museum in McClellanville, SC, or a charity of your choice.

…………………………

Henry Morrison

September 5, 1932 — September 19, 2023

Henry T. Morrison, III, 91, died September 17, 2023. He was born September 9, 1932 in McClellanville, SC to Henry T. Morrison, Jr. and Lois Howell and is survived by his grandson, Henry T. Morrison, IV and several first cousins. He had a wonderful childhood in McClellanville. After his father died in 1944, he and his mother moved to Columbia, SC. where his mother taught school. He attended Dreher high school and the University of South Carolina and was a jet pilot for the SC National Guard and later was a pilot for Delta Airlines where he was the “Chief Pilot” in Miami, Florida until his retirement at age 60. In his retirement years he lived in Miami Beach and Navarre Beach, Florida. A private ceremony will be held by family members in his memory. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the St. James Episcopal Church or the Village Museum in McClellanville, SC. or a charity of your choice.

Rose Lawn Funeral Home in Gulf Breeze, Fla is making arrangements.

DL Capt. William “Bill” David Eakin

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. William “Bill” David Eakin

April 28, 1939 — September 17, 2023

 

Notice with the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Bill Eakin, age 84.  Bill joined Delta Air Lines 06-19-1970 and retired in 1999, based 030/SLC.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.farnsworthmortuary.com/obituaries/william-eakin 

 

Obituary : William David Eakin

William David Eakin, of Jerome, died September 17, 2023. Bill was born in Jerome on April 28, 1939, the youngest of four children. He grew up on the family ranch and graduated from Jerome High School in 1957. Bill received degrees in physics and engineering from the College of Idaho, where he also worked as a DJ with the radio station. He later earned graduate degrees in those same subjects.

 

Bill had a passion for airplanes from a young age, and his nieces and nephews remember all of the model airplanes that he made and flew for them. He worked at Boeing, before joining the Air Force for 8 years, during which Bill worked with Special Forces throughout Southeast Asia and as a flight instructor on the T37 aircraft during the Vietnam War. Following the war, Bill’s passion for airplanes and flying continued as he was a pilot for Delta Air Lines for 25 years, retiring in 1999 as an international captain.

 

Bill loved working with his hands and made everything from custom surgical instruments for renowned cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Michael DeBakey, to designing custom staircases and cabinets while in Houston. Another hobby was trap and skeet shooting; he would travel all over the US to enter shooting competitions. Eventually, Bill returned to Jerome full-time to work the land on the family ranch, Eakin Land & Livestock.

 

Bill was a member of the Masonic Order for 63 years and also of Shriners. He was a frequent presence at the Jerome Cemetery, where he could be found planting trees or placing in the ground crosses that he hand made for Memorial Day, with wreathes on them at Christmas-time. He could also be found at Calvary Episcopal Church on Sunday mornings or tending to the lawn and buildings there during the week. For many years, Bill spearheaded once-a-month Saturday morning pancake breakfasts in the Calvary Parish Hall for the community. He also played with several music groups through the years, providing entertainment for many senior center or community events.

 

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Doris (Fountain) Eakin; two brothers, a sister, a niece and a nephew. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Grace Eakin; and by several nieces and nephews including Dr. Ralph Zech II, Dr. Jean Zech-Manhart, Joan-Marie Gerth, Thomas Zech, Charles Zech, Katherine Zech Kioshi, Mike Eakin, Pam Eakin Pierce, Deb Eakin Hepworth, Nancy Eakin Overturf, Cathy Eakin Venosdel, Dan Eakin, and Patrick Eakin, their spouses and their children, and by many good friends, who will miss his periodic visits and his generosity.

 

A funeral service with Masonic Rites and a Military Honors will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, September 29, 2023, at Mountain View Barn, 392 E 300 S, Jerome, with a luncheon to follow.

 

If you would like to honor Bill, the family suggests memorial contributions to Calvary Episcopal Church, 201 S Adams St, Jerome, Idaho 83338.

 

Memories and condolences may be shared with family and friends on Bill’s memorial webpage at www.farnsworthmortuary.com 

WA/DL Capt. Anthony “Tony” Akelis

 

Requesting information…..

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

WA/DL Capt. Anthony “Tony” Akelis

August 13, 1933 ~ March ? , 2021

 

In March of 2021 we received notice that Western/Delta pilot Captain Tony Akelis had died after a short illness while in NYC but our information was brief and arrangements were never known.  Tony joined Western Airlines 05-09-1963 and retired with Delta Air Lines in 1993.  Tony was SFO based and then based Los Angeles at the time of his retirement.  Tony was widowed June 2, 2019 with the passing of his wife Rita.  He is survived by their children Aline and Vincent.  Rita’s obituary information is available online at    https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/rita-akelis-obituary?pid=193064562  and on our memorial site at  https://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2019/06/rita-kwan-akelis-wife-of-wadl-capt-tony.html 

“Rita met her future husband, a pilot, Captain Anthony Akelis of Delta Air Lines, who at that time was a Flight Engineer for United States Overseas Airlines. While flying the Pacific, Rita dated Tony. They married in Hong Kong in 1962 at a Catholic church.”

 

If anyone has more information to share, we would appreciate hearing from you.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

WA/DL Capt. Jerald Clay Burgess

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, WA/DL Capt. Jerald Clay Burgess

November 26, 1945 ~ August 18, 2023

 

Notice with the passing of retired Western Airlines/Delta Air Lines captain and Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Jerald Clay Burgess, age 77.  Captain Burgess joined Western Airlines 05-02-1977 and retired with Delta Air Lines, based 030/LAX.  He is survived by his wife Jan, and by their son Jordan and granddaughter Kamryn. 

 

Condolences may be sent to the family at

1709 Morning Dove Lane

Redlands, CA 92373

 

These news links offer obituary information….please see below.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

https://newsregister.com/article?articleTitle=jerald-clay-burgess-1945-2023--1695155459--47083--obituaries 

also https://www.redlandscommunitynews.com/obituaries/delta-air-lines-captain-and-air-force-lieutenant-colonel-served-as-president-of-friends-of/article_63fc7b96-5890-11ee-b534-efdacb2a7ada.html 

 

 

 Delta Air Lines captain and Air Force lieutenant colonel served as

president of Friends of A.K. Smiley Public Library

Obit……………………………….

Jerald Clay Burgess of Redlands, a U.S. Air Force veteran who

fought in Vietnam and operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm,

died after a long illness on Aug. 18, 2023. He was 77.

 

The son of Guy and Joyce Burgess, he was born on Nov. 26, 1945, in

Portland, Oregon. He grew up in McMinnville, Oregon, and

graduated from Oregon State University with a bachelor’s degree

in business and was a member of the Acacia Fraternity. He received

an MBA from Southern Illinois University.

 

In 1968 he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, and after graduating from

pilot training he flew C-123s in South Vietnam.

After a successful tour, he was assigned to the C-141 at Norton Air Force Base where he advanced from

Instructor Pilot and Flight Examiner to become the head of Squadron Standardization. He received

numerous commendations including the Air Medal with Second Oak Leaf Cluster and the Air Force

Commendation Medal.

 

In 1977 he transferred to the reserves and was briefly returned to active duty in 1990-91 during the Iraqi

conflict to serve in the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Storm operations.

He valued this service highly and attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before retiring in 1997.

He flew for Western Airlines and Delta Air Lines, retiring as a B-767 Captain after 28 years. Flying

internationally and interacting with the crew brought him immense joy. He was always concerned for the

safety of the crew and passengers.

 

In the early 1980s he met his wife, Jan. They were married in November 1986 and settled in Redlands.

Their son, Jordan, arrived in 1988. Jerry was especially proud of replanting an orange grove that had been

original to the property where they lived.

 

A longtime volunteer with the Friends of the A.K. Smiley Library, while serving as President, he revitalized

the Literacy Program. He was a member and past President of the Knights of the Round Table and served

as Flight Captain for the Order of the Daedalians at March Air Reserve Base.

 

He was an active member of Trinity Evangelical Church and served on the Redlands Christian School

Board.

 

Affectionally known as "Big Kid" and "JerBear", he will be missed for this easygoing personality, always

offering a helping hand and meeting people with a smile. Jerry loved playing golf, tennis, travel, solving

sudokus, reading, and listening to a wide genre of music.

 

He is survived by his wife Jan; son Jordan (Blythe) Burgess; granddaughter Kamryn; sister Connie (Jim)

Holland; and brother Clark (Val) Burgess. He was also a special "Papa" to Josephine and Julia Heede.

A local service at Trinity Evangelical Church is pending. Inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery in

Arlington, Virginia is also pending.

DL Capt. Stanley Samuel Hayden Jr.

 *Plz see news article below.....Captain Hayden first joined Northeast Airlines.

~ IN MEMORY ~

NEA/DL Capt. Stanley Samuel Hayden Jr.

November 24, 1944 ~ August 26, 2023

 

From friends and family we have learned of the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Stanley “Stan” Samuel Hayden Jr., age 78.  Stan joined Delta Air Lines 03-06-1967 and was based ATL/030.  He is survived by his wife retired Delta Air Lines F/A Rebecca “Becki” Ford Hayden.

Condolences may be sent to the Hayden family at

 85261 Old Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036

As our information is limited, please look for updates to follow should they be received.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

.............................................  

https://www.keysnews.com/obituaries/stanley-samuel-hayden-jr/article_6896f6e9-e301-575e-9a7a-3900313167a1.html

 *Stanley Samuel Hayden Jr.

1944-2023, age 78

Oh Captain, My Captain, your journey has come to an end. Your life was filled with stories that only a captain could have.

Stanley, or “Lee” to his longtime friends, and Tan Tan to his grandkids, grew up in Miami, Florida. He attended a private high school and, upon graduation, went to college in Wisconsin. He left college to pursue a career in aviation. Lee’s passion for flying was unrivaled, and in 1967 he started his career with Northeast, which merged with Delta Airlines in 1972. He was blessed to have a lifetime career filled with new places, new people and new things to discover.

He was a legend at Delta Airlines and his reputation preceded him. On the flight deck he was a consummate aviator and employee, but once his duties were discharged, he would trade in his captain’s hat for a vintage aviator’s cap and a kamikaze scarf. He donned other hats as well, including a Sherlock Holmes cap, a pith helmet, and even a tea hat for the Kentucky Derby. He was bold and people loved him for it.

He made lifelong friendships in and out of the cockpit. His sense of humor was legendary  and contagious. He had many tales to share of places he’d explored and people he’d met, and he didn’t shy away from poking fun at himself or others which made for wonderful stories. Lee had a heart for poetry and would recite his favorites with such poise that many a man could be seen wiping a tear. He never spent a moment in theatre, but he carried a spotlight wherever he went. He was a man of wonderful passion, bigger than life itself.

When Lee was not captain in the air, he was captain of his boat. His time off was spent in his beloved keys on his Willy Roberts flats boat, always trying to catch that darned elusive bonefish. He knew the flats around Islamorada clear to Flamingo like the back of his hand.

For Lee, life was quieter and peaceful on the water. It was his Sunday service.

Lee was an amazing home chef. His motto was if you want to eat well, you have to know how to cook well. He treated his friends and loved ones to many a fine meal as those who were lucky enough to share his table would attest. Besides fine food, he was a connoisseur of cigars, wine, Irish whiskey, and a lover of McChrystal’s snuff. And if you’d spent any time around Lee, you’d know what McChrystal’s is.

Tan Tan met his match and married Becki on Oct. 30, 1995 in the Keys under the big oak tree behind his house. Together they made a life filled with travel and cruising. They visited places and ports that people only dream of. They enjoyed playing cards and rooting for University of Tennessee’s football team, which was his wife Becki’s alma mater (“Go Vols!”). They spent countless hours boating and enjoying the sandbar in the back yard. He adored Becki to his last breath. His life was complete because of her.

Lee was married previously and had a daughter, Mindy, and a son, Skip. He gave his children a lifetime of memories filled with fishing, travel and epic parties, but most importantly a love for quiet reflection on the water.

He loved life, his family and his friends and was loved in return. He will be missed.

SO/NWA pilot Robert Edmond Walters Sr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

SO/NWA pilot Robert Edmond Walters Sr.

December 24, 1945  -  September 12, 2023

 

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/robert-walters-obituary?id=53157656 

also at https://www.mcdonaldfh.com/obituaries/Robert-Edmond-Walters-Sr?obId=29157555#/obituaryInfo

 

Robert Walters Obituary

Graveside Memorial Services for Robert Edmond Walters, age 77, of Picayune, MS who passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023 will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023, at 9:00 AM, at the Biloxi National Cemetery in Biloxi, MS. 400 Veterans Ave, Biloxi, MS 39531.

Celebration of Life Services will be held on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 11:45AM, at the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans, LA. 105 N Roadway Street, New Orleans, LA 70124

Arrangements are under the direction of McDonald Funeral Home.

Robert was a native of New Orleans, LA. He was a born aviator and began his lifelong career as a commercial airline pilot with Southern Airways. His illustrious career concluded with Northwest Airlines/Delta Airlines, where he proudly piloted the Boeing 747-400 airliner.

He attended St. Martin Episcopal School and then from there he went on to Georgia Tech. He was an active member of the Rocky Mountain Harley Davidson motorcycle club, Northshore Model A Club, AOPA, EAA, Southern Yacht Club, as well as a Vietnam Veteran.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Richard Walters, Sr. and Florence Singreen Walters; and his brother, Charles "Dickie" Richard Walters, Jr.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Janice Addie Cummings Walters; his son, Robert (Bambi) E Walters, Jr.; his daughter, Nancy (Chad) Reid Walters Byrne; his step-son, Randy Cain; his step-daughters, Tara (Marcos) Medina and Tamira Trujillo; his 7 grandchildren, Liam Walters, Avery Walters, Harlan Walters, Aidan Byrne, Alanna Byrne, Sienna Medina, and Ashlyn Medina.

NC/RC/NWA Capt. Eugene “Geno” Juarez

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NC/RC/NWA Capt. Eugene “Geno” Juarez

January 3, 1933 ~ September 7, 2023

 

https://cremationsocietyofmn.com/tribute/details/76271/Eugene-Juarez/obituary.html#tribute-start

also at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/eugene-juarez-obituary?id=53150649

Obituary of Eugene Juarez

On Thursday, September 7th, 2023, Eugene Juarez (Geno) passed away suddenly at his home in Savage, MN. at the age of 90 after his battle with Alzheimer's.

Preceeded in death by mother Catalina, father Pedro and 13 siblings.

Survived by ex-wife Jane Juarez; children Patricia (Iverson), Eugene Jr.; Michael, Christina, Korina (Schultz) and Renita; 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Geno was born in Fullerton, California, grew up in Ventura, California. Then after graduating from high school he enlisted in the Air Force in Colorado Springs, Colorado. However, he learned to fly at Luke Air Force base outside of Phoenix, AZ. After a short stint in the Air Force, he joined North Central Airlines in 1961 as a commercial airline pilot and continued flying for Republic Airlines and then Northwest Airlines retiring as a 727 captain in 1993 after 32 years of flying passenger jets. Dad would often say to us kids that his job was not work, because he loved flying and having the control of such an important responsibility of getting his passengers to and from their destinations, I (Pattie) was lucky to have been a passenger on his flights a few times! Geno was also active as an airman in the Minnesota Air National Guard flying C130s on special training missions around the globe. There were many times when he would return from his trips to Hawaii with delicious, fresh pineapple, he would most often bring us kids something special from his world travels. He retired as Lt. Colonel.

In retirement, Geno spent his winters as a snowbird in Phoenix, Arizona while spending summers in Burnsville, Minnesota. In addition to Phoenix during the winter, he would venture up to Nevada and go golfing with his buddies at one of his favorite courses, the Oasis Golf Club in Mesquite Nevada. He also would go to warmer climates like Aruba and Puerto Vallarta where Mark & I were fortunate enough to join them twice, once to celebrate his 80th birthday, another time stayed with Geno & Vicky which they vacationed with Dad & Carol (his lady) several times through out the years. One of his other passions in retirement was being the owner of racehorses that ran not only at Canterbury Downs in the Twin Cities but other tracks around the country.

Dad/Geno will be surely missed, we are grateful for the time we had with him, we will miss all of his stories of the past, he was a great story teller.

A celebration of life will be held at The American Legion on Friday October 6th at 2pm. 14521 Granada Dr., Apple Valley, MN. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association

 

Memorial Services for Eugene Juarez on OCT. 6

Celebration of Life at 2:00 p.m.

American Legion, 14521 Granada Drive, Apple Valley, MN

 

Funeral services provided by: Cremation Society of Minnesota (First Memorial Funeral Chapel) - Duluth

4100 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807

Call: (218) 208-0377

DL Capt. David Howard Munzell

 Update:  We have a correction to that mailing address….  Condolences may be sent to the family at

9045 CHURCH ST E # 221

BRENTWOOD TN 37027-5841

 

Thank you,

~ Carol

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL Capt. David Howard Munzell

December 7, 1941 ~ September 6, 2023

 

From friends and family we learn of the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Dave Munzell, age 81.   Captain Munzell joined Delta Air lines 11-04-1968 and was based New Orleans, then Dallas prior to retiring.  He is survived by his wife Meredith, and by his children and their families.

Obituary information can be found online at https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/david-munzell-obituary?id=53105232  also at https://www.williamsonmemorial.com/obituaries/david-munzell-2023   

Having most recently resided in Tennessee, whitepages lists this address as the most current:

9045 Church ST E  APT 221

Brentwood, TN 37027

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

David Munzell Obituary

David Munzell, 81, of Brentwood, Tennessee passed away on September 6, 2023 after leading a life full of family and flying.

 

David was born on December 7, 1941 (Pearl Harbor Day) in Springfield, Missouri, to Tony and Obie Munzell. He spent most of his childhood in Jefferson City, Missouri, and graduated in 1959 from Jefferson City High School, where he was featured on trombone in the marching band.

 

David graduated from the University of Illinois in 1963 and joined the Navy, reaching the rank of lieutenant as a pilot flying C-130’s in a number of roles, including transport flights during the war in Vietnam. In 1968, he served as Plane Commander of Navy Hurricane Hunters Crew 4 – the aircrews that fly into major storms to collect weather data.

 

After proudly serving his country for five years, David began a distinguished career with Delta Air Lines in November 1968, retiring as captain in 1997. During that time, he was based in New Orleans and lived in and around Slidell, Louisiana.

 

In retirement, David enjoyed taking road trips throughout Louisiana and cross country with his “biker gang” on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle or his Ural motorcycle. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. Following Hurricane Katrina, he lived in Grand Prairie, Texas, and for the past several years in the Nashville area.

 

David is survived by his wife of 50 years, Meredith Munzell; his children, Laurie Brooks of Franklin, Tennessee, Brian (Amy) Kyhos of Chicago, and Katy (Connor) Kerr of Chicago;  six grandchildren: David Brooks, Dillon Brooks, Clayton Kyhos, Isla Kerr, Finn Kerr and Scarlett Kerr; and his brother, Michael Munzell (Greg Sanborn), of Concord, California. He is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Brian Brooks, and the many dogs he loved and cared for throughout his life.

 

A celebration of David’s life will be held at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, 3009 Columbia Ave., Franklin, Tennessee, on September 23, at 3:00 p.m. A family visitation will begin one hour before the service.

 

Funeral services provided by:

Williamson Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services- - Franklin

3009 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064   Call: (615) 794-2289

DL Capt. Phillip "Larry" Lawrence Young

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Phillip "Larry" Lawrence Young

May 1, 1944  ~  August 30, 2023

 

Notice with the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Phillip "Larry" Lawrence Young, age 79.  Captain Young joined Delta Air Lines 10-18-1976.  Widowed with the passing of his wife Barbara Kay Young, Larry is survived by his daughters and their families.

Obituary information can be found online at

https://www.mowells.com/obituaries/Phillip-Larry-Lawrence-Young?obId=28987586#/obituaryInfo 

 

Phillip "Larry" Lawrence Young Obituary :

Phillip (Larry) Lawrence Young, 79, of Panama City Beach, Florida peacefully passed away August 30, 2023. He was born in Phoenix, Arizona on May 1, 1944, to the late Augustus Guy Young and Joyce Devitt Witteman. Larry retired as a captain from Delta Air Lines and proudly served his country in the Army Reserves.

 

Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Kay Young, and his parents. He is survived by his daughters, Deanna Young Beckwith of Athens, Lisa Young Murchison of Luthersville; and his brother, Curtis Young of Pleasanton, California.

 

There are no services scheduled at this time.

 

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

 

Mowell Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Fayetteville, www.mowells.com