Judy Harris, wife of DL Capt. Ty Harris

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Judy Harris, wife of DL Capt. Ty Harris

March 12, 1945 ~ March 12, 2024

 

We note the passing of Judith “Judy” Wooten Harris, wife of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Tyree “Ty” Wayne Harris Sr.  Judy is survived by her husband Ty Sr., and by their son Ty (Yana) Jr. and her grandchildren Ethan and Ayla.

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

150 Cartright St

Daniel Island, SC 29492

 

PCN memorial site

https://www.floridatoday.com/obituaries/psar0759696 

Judy (Wooten) Harris, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away March 12, 2024 on her 79th birthday.

She was born in Cullman, Alabama, to Ruth and Loyd Wooten, who moved from Atlanta to Merritt Island in the '50s to work on the booming space program. In 1963, she graduated from Cocoa High (now Rockledge High). After graduation from the University of Florida with a degree in journalism, she moved to San Francisco to work.

In 1969, she married Tyree Harris (Cocoa High School 1961), at that time an Air Force fighter pilot.

For many years they lived in Atlanta, where she earned her M.A. in family counseling from Georgia State University. There they raised their son, while Ty worked as a pilot for Delta Air Lines. Judy's counseling work at Parkwood Hospital was complemented by her volunteer work in hospice facilities.

Upon retirement, they returned to live on Merritt Island, reuniting with family and many old friends. Judy quickly returned to her professional work, earning "Most Valuable Employee" awards several times at a women's shelter. These years were the most satisfying of her work life.

In 2022, they moved to Charleston in order to be closer to their son and his growing family.

Friendliness, honesty, and a huge and open heart are the traits she is remembered for.

Judy is survived by Ty, her husband of fifty-five years, their son Tyree Harris, Jr., his wife Yana, and her grandchildren Ethan and Ayla.

In addition, her survivors are Ty's siblings, Dr. Sharon Muret-Wagstaff of Atlanta; Bruce Harris (Jan) of Austin, Texas; Dr. Sally Sange (Michael) of Merritt Island; and Judy's cousin Paul Cole of Hanceville, Alabama, along with several cousins in north Georgia.

DL Capt. Rolland Jory "Joe" Moraine

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Rolland Jory Moraine

July 26, 1939 - June 24, 2024

 

We note the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Rolland Jory (Joe) Moraine, age 84.  Captain Moraine joined Delta Air Lines 03-13-1970 and retired in 1999 based DFW.  He is survived by his two sons and their families. 

Captain Moraine had most recently resided in Texas at

3700 Cliffwood Dr., Colleyville, TX 76034.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/dfw/name/rolland-moraine-obituary?id=55686826 

PCN memorial site  

 

Rolland Moraine Obituary

Rolland Jory (Joe) Moraine

Colleyville, Texas - Rolland Jory (Joe) Moraine went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 24, 2024. Joe was born in Iowa, and grew up largely in Indianola Iowa, California and later Kansas. He graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in Des Moines and joined the US Air Force in 1957. He was stationed in Greenland, Morocco, and various places around the world.

 

He left enlisted service to complete college at Drake University, where he was a member of the ROTC, graduating with honors. He completed pilot training, and spent the next several years as an officer, based in Dover, Delaware and flying into active combat zones in Southeast Asia. Achieving the rank of Captain, he later joined Delta Air Lines as one of the original D/FW based pilots, and would go on to fly for the airline until his retirement in 1999.

 

Joe was an avid amateur radio operator, and achieved the elusive "extra" class license (N5UX). He was a proud member of Phi Beta Kappa, and The National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.

 

Joe was preceded in death by his mother Joy Bernice Reda (nee Shoemaker), his father Keith Albert Moraine, and brother Keith Moraine, Jr. ("Buddy"). Also greeting Joe in Heaven are his beloved grandparents Edna Day and Rex Shoemaker (the "finest people he ever knew.").

 

Joe was cherished and loved by his sons - David James (Lori), and their children Ashlyn and Colton, and Michael Allen (Reisha) and their children Michael, Matthew, and Mason. Joe also leaves behind his half-brother Grant, and his dear companion Virginia Carol Johnson, with whom he shared the last years of his life.

 

He was the cornerstone of our family and will be dearly missed.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Disabled American Veterans (https://www.dav.org/) are very much appreciated.

NWA Capt. David R. Wooden

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. David R. Wooden

November 26, 1932 ~ July 21, 2024

 

Sharing news as was received from the RNPA/Retired Northwest Pilots group……the passing of retired Northwest Airlines pilot Captain David “Dave” Rand Wooden, age 91.  Dave’s death was due to a tragic traffic accident that occurred July 18^th in northern Minnesota. 

Dave was hired by Northwest Airlines 08-07-1957.

Please see links below for more information .

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

 https://www.rowefuneralhomeandcrematory.com/obituary/david-wooden

David Rand Wooden, age 91 of Grand Rapids, MN, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital of Grand Rapids.

Dave was born in 1932 to parents Howard and Lucille Wooden in Chicago, Illinois. 

After multiple years of college, Dave was honored to serve our Country in the U.S Marines as a pilot and achieved the rank of Captain. After 4 years plus followed by Marine Reserves, Dave engaged as a Commercial Pilot.  Dave’s employment with Northwest Airlines included 34 years of constant success and proficiency in a wide variety of aircraft. His last 10 years with Northwest included his achievement of being a chief 747 Captain.

After retirement, Dave enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, lake life, and time with many great friends. Mr. Wooden was a dedicated husband and father and dearly loved his Family. He loved life and always had a welcoming smile that will be greatly missed!

Dave is preceded in death by his parents; wives, Karen Wooden and Lorna Wooden; brothers, Bruce and Neil Wooden; and Grandson, Braedon Mclaughlin.  David is survived by daughter; Susan Mclaughlin, and Son, Richard Wooden; as well as Grandson, Austin Mclaughlin.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024, beginning at 12:00 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Cohasset. MN, with Military Honors to be given at 12:45 PM.

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/david-wooden-obituary?id=55686189 

or the funeral home website at

https://www.rowefuneralhomeandcrematory.com/obituary/david-wooden 

Obituary

David R. Wooden, age 91, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at Grand Itasca Hospital in Grand Rapids.

Rowe Funeral Home and Crematory

510 NW First Ave., Grand Rapids, MN 55744

 (218) 326-6505

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https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2024/07/22/1-dead-rural-itasca-county-crash/  

 

DEER LAKE, Minn. - A 91-year-old man has died after being injured in a car crash last week.

 

According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash happened on the afternoon of July 18 on Highway 38, about 15 minutes from Grand Rapids.

 

Investigators say a Dodge Ram was pulling a boat northbound on Highway 38 when it hit a Buick Century driven by David Wooden, 91, of Grand Rapids.

 

Wooden was traveling west on Clearwater Road, attempting to go southbound on Highway 38, when the vehicles collided.

DL Capt. Philip Reeve Jones

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Philip Reeve Jones

April 5, 1947 ~ June 15, 2024

 

Notice of passing….retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Philip Reeve Jones, age 77.  Captain Jones joined Delta Air Lines 09-05-1977.  Widowed by the passing of his wife Jane in 2000, Philip is survived by his children  Adrienne and Christopher.

Obituary information is available online at

https://thecitizen.com/2024/06/18/philip-reeve-jones-77-of-peachtree-city-ga/ 

https://www.mowells.com/obituaries/Philip-Reeve-Jones?obId=31826626 

PCN memorial site

 

Philip Reeve Jones, 77, of Peachtree City, Ga.

Mowell Funeral Home and Cremation Service

 

Philip Reeve Jones, born on April 5, 1947, in San Francisco, California, peacefully departed this world on June 15, 2024, in Peachtree City, Georgia, at the age of 77.

 

Philip lived a life colored by courage and dedication. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force during Vietnam, Philip bravely flew missions in the Vietnam War before transitioning into a fulfilling career as a pilot for Delta Airlines. His passion for aviation was unmatched, and his skills graced the skies with grace and precision.

 

In 1972, Philip embarked on another remarkable journey when he married the love of his life, Jane Jones. Together, they built a beautiful family filled with love and cherished memories. As a devoted husband and father, Philip found joy in spending time with his family, relishing every moment shared together.

 

With an unwavering spirit and determination, Philip pursued academic excellence by obtaining his Bachelor’s from Tulane University and an MBA from Oklahoma City University. He was also a founding member of the Peachtree City Running Club, showcasing his commitment to staying active and engaged within his community.

 

Philip’s other passion in life was sailing. His love for sailing was more than just a hobby; it was a reflection of his fearless approach to life — taking on each wave as it came, rising above storms, and finding peace in the rhythm of the ocean.

 

Philip is survived by his children, Adrienne Jones and Chris Jones, as well as his brother Mark and his wife, Carrie Jones. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Jane Jones and his parents Paul and Margaret Jones.

 

Philip’s legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the memories he created. His kindness, strength, and unwavering commitment to his loved ones serve as a beacon of inspiration for all who knew him. May his spirit soar high like the planes he once navigated with skill and grace.

 

A gathering of family and friends will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 1:00 PM at Mowell Funeral Home, Peachtree City. In lieu of flowers the family lovingly asks for donations in Philip’s name be made to an environmental organization of your choice.

 

Rest in peace, Philip Reeve Jones. Your memory will forever be cherished and your impact everlasting.

 

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

 

Wife : Jane Bell Byerts Jones

BIRTH 10 AUG 1947 • West Orange, Essex, New Jersey

DEATH 16 SEP 2000 • Peachtree City, Fayette, Georgia

NWA/DL Capt. Douglas L. Ramage

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA/DL Capt. Douglas L. Ramage

July 15, 1959  -  April 2, 2024

 

Notice of passing…..Northwest Airlines/Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Douglas Ramage, age 64.  Captain Ramage joined Northwest Airlines 03-17-1986 and was based DTW with Delta Air Lines.  He is survived by his wife Pamela and by his two daughters.

Obituary information is available online

https://www.thomasfuneral.com/obituaries/Douglas-L-Ramage?obId=31127416 

PCN memorial site

 

Douglas L. Ramage Obituary

Douglas L. Ramage, a beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2024. Born on July 15, 1959, Doug lived a life dedicated to his family and loved ones. He will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to his family, his passion for aviation, and his sense of humor. He was the biggest cheerleader and champion for his girls in all their endeavors. Doug will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His favorite mantra, “Life is full of choices,” will continue to guide those closest to him.

 

Doug was a pilot with Delta Airlines for 35 years based in Detroit, Michigan. He enjoyed traveling the world for work and with family.

 

Doug is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Pamela Ramage; daughters, Mackenzie and Lauren Ramage; father, Lee Ramage; brothers, Mike Ramage and wife, Cheryl, Marty Cullen, and wife, Shannon, Eric Cullen, and wife, Sharon, and sister, Tricia Harrison; and many dear cousins, nieces, and nephews.

DL Capt. Homan Rees Phenix

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Homan R. Phenix

November 18, 1933 — June 1, 2024

 

Notice of passing …..retired Delta Air Lines pilot and Delta Golden Wings member Captain Homan Rees Phenix, age 90.  Captain Phenix joined Delta Air Lines 07-25-1960 and retired in 1993.  Widowed in 2021, Captain Phenix is survived by his three children and their families.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.asturner.com/obituaries/homan-phenix 

 

Homan Rees Phenix, age 90, of Decatur, GA, transitioned to his eternal life on June 1, 2024. Rees was everything one could ask for in a husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was born in Anson, TX, in 1933. In 1938, Rees and his family moved to Miami, FL, where he spent his childhood and youth.

 

Rees attended the Georgia Institute of Technology on a football scholarship, where he received a degree in Industrial Management. While at Georgia Tech, he was a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity, Air Force ROTC, and a football letterman. Rees was also a member of the 1952 Georgia Tech national championship football team. After graduation, Rees enlisted in the United States Air Force, serving for four years until he was honorably discharged in 1960.

 

Rees began a very successful career as an airline pilot for Delta Airlines in 1960, which lasted for 33 years until he retired in 1993. In 1961, Rees met his wife, Frances Haavie, in Atlanta, Georgia, and they were married a year later, in June 1962. After marriage, they moved to East Point, GA, for five years and then to Decatur, GA, where they lived for over 31 years.

 

Rees was the father of three children, David Phenix (Leesa), Katherine Phenix, and Billy Phenix (Joy). He was also the adored grandfather to five wonderful grandchildren: Tyler (Marci), Katie, Ansley, Ellie, and Joshua.

 

Once settled in Decatur, Rees loved to travel, build model ships, woodwork, and immerse himself in a good military history book or novel. Over the years, he invested countless hours volunteering for his kids' schools and sports teams, seldom missed a Georgia Tech football game as a season ticket holder, and volunteered at Oak Grove United Methodist Church. His golden days were spent at his beloved Lake Burton, enjoying good friends, beloved family, and the community of Clayton First United Methodist Church in Clayton, GA.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Homan and Mabel Phenix of Anson, TX; his sister, Jean Willard of Miami, FL; his brother, Robert Phenix of Gulfport, MS; his grandson, Joshua Phenix of East Cobb, GA; and his wife of 59 years, Frances Phenix.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Oak Grove Methodist Church, Decatur, GA.

               https://ogumc.org/donate

 

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https://www.asturner.com/obituaries/katherine-frances-phenix 

Katherine Frances Phenix

June 21, 1938 — March 4, 2021

Katherine Frances (Haavie) Phenix, age 82, of Decatur, GA transitioned to her eternal life on March 4, 2021. Frances is all we could have ever asked for in a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Born and raised in Cedartown, GA, Frances attended college at North Georgia College and then University of Georgia where she obtained a degree in education. She went on to teach in the Fulton County School system at West Fulton High School. Frances met her husband of 59 years, Rees Phenix, in Atlanta in 1961, and married in June 1962. She was the mother of three children, David Phenix (Leesa), Katherine Phenix, and Billy Phenix (Joy) and sister to Betsy Haavie Perry of Newnan, GA. She also was the adored grandmother to four wonderful grandchildren: Tyler (Marci), Katie, Ansley and Ellie.
Once she settled in Decatur, Frances loved to travel, scrapbook, garden, and create anything that involved a needle and thread. Through her years, she invested countless hours volunteering for her kids’ schools, sports teams, hospital auxiliaries, garden clubs, and at Oak Grove United Methodist Church. Her golden days were spent at her beloved Lake Burton, enjoying good friends, beloved family, and the community of Clayton First United Methodist Church in Clayton, GA where she enjoyed singing in the choir each week………….

DL pilot James G. Sullivan

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL pilot James G. Sullivan

June 4, 1992 ~ July 22, 2024

 

Sharing news of a tragic accident that took the life of Delta Air Lines pilot James G. Sullivan, age 32.  James joined Delta Air Lines in August 2023 and was based NYC. 

Online links below will take you to James’ life story, many family and friend photos, his career path and many memorial tributes.

A celebration of James’ life event will be held in the near future.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

 

https://jamessullivanforever.com/ 

“Joyful, passionate, kindhearted, engaging, interested, accomplished, forgiving, friend to many…”

 

James G. Sullivan of Brooklyn, NY, passed away without suffering in a small aircraft accident in Oshkosh, WI, on July 22, 2024. He was 32 years young.

 

Born on June 4, 1992, in Wilmington, DE, to Mark and Grace Sullivan (née Helene Troyan).

 

James is survived by his fiancée, Catherine Kiser (33) of Brooklyn, NY; his parents, Mark and Grace (aka Butci); his brothers Kevin A. Sullivan (33), of Wilmington, DE, C. Lukas Sullivan (30) of Breckenridge, CO, and Sam Sullivan (29) and his spouse, Kait, and their daughter, Mattie, of Eugene, OR; and Catherine’s family that had adopted James as their own: her parents, Kevin and Kelly Rudd and father Tim Kiser, her brother, Michael Kiser and his spouse, Sydney, and her grandparents, Barclay and Nancy Cox.

 

James is also remembered by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues. James was the glue that held us all together, and we cherish our memories of him.

 

https://jamessullivanforever.com/memory-board/   tributes and photos

 

https://jamessullivanforever.com/obituary/     career ……………..

James has worked for Southwest Airlines as a flight ops safety intern; Williams International (aviation engines); Encompass Aviation “Surf Air” and then Boutique Airlines (subscription charters out of HHR and then SJC, as lead mechanic, maintenance training manger and as First Officer / SIC pilot in the Pilatus PC-12, Part 135); Compass Airlines (AA regional carrier out of LAX, in the ERJ-170 as FO, Part 121), and ATI (Amazon freight, as FO and then Captain / PIC, in the B-757/767). James joined Delta in August 2023, flying the B-757/767 out of Atlanta and then NYC, and was back in the right seat building his seniority again. James also owned SullivAir, LLC (sullivair.com), providing contract maintenance and management services for Part 91 to privately owned Pilatus PC-12 operators in Los Angeles. From 2013 to 2017, James was a bit of an aviation video-blogger (youtube.com/@JamesSullivans). So this second chapter was all about aviation. James closed this chapter having logged well over 4000 hours up front since age 10, including 325 hours in the B-757/767 with Delta and 955 hours as PIC with ATI.

 

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https://6abc.com/post/philadelphia-man-sean-tommervik-among-2-killed-wisconsin/15093418/ 

NEKIMI, Wis. -- A Philadelphia man and a man from New York have been preliminarily identified as the victims of a fatal plane crash near the site of an airshow in eastern Wisconsin.

The bodies of Sean Tommervik, 37, of Philadelphia, and James G. Sullivan, 32, of Brooklyn, were found Monday in the wreckage in a farm field, the Winnebago County sheriff's office said Wednesday in a release.

"Official medical examiner confirmation will take additional time," the sheriff's office said. "However, after the initial investigation, there is no reason to believe the occupants were anyone other than Mr. Tommervik and Mr. Sullivan."

They were the only people aboard the Lancair Super ES which was owned by Tommervik. First responders found the plane fully engulfed in flames in the field in the town of Nekimi. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.

The plane crashed about 2 miles south of the site of the EAA AirVenture air show at Oshkosh's Wittman Regional Airport. Monday was the first day of the 71st AirVenture, a weeklong event scheduled to include military aircraft demonstrations and forums with combat pilots, aircraft designers and NASA astronauts, the Oshkosh Northwestern reported.

https://fox11online.com/news/local/sean-m-tommervik-james-g-sullivan-fatal-airplane-crash-eaa-airventure-oshkosh-2024-town-nekimi-lancair-super-es-winnebago-county-sheriffs-office-ntsb-investigation 

WINNEBAGO COUNTY (WLUK) -- Sheriff's officials have released the names of the two people flying on a plane that crashed Monday near the EAA AirVenture convention.

The Winnebago County Sheriff's Office says it believes Sean M. Tommervik, 37, who recently moved to Philadelphia from El Paso, Texas; and James G. Sullivan, 32, who recently moved from Nashville, Tennessee, to Brooklyn, New York, were on board………………….

DL Capt. Lester Morgan Byrd

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, DL Capt. Lester Morgan Byrd

August 2, 1938 ~ July 11, 2024

 

 

We note the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot and Delta Golden Wings member Captain Lester Morgan Byrd, age 85.  Les joined Delta Air Lines 01-03-1967 and retired in 1996 based Dallas. Widowed in 2019, Les is survived by his son Jeffrey (Ellen) and by his grandchildren.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.bobnealandsons.com/obituary/lester-byrd  or at

https://www.legacy.com/funeral-homes/obituaries/name/lester-byrd-obituary?pid=207306938&v=batesville 

Services are pending at this time.

PCN memorial site

 

 

Lester's Obituary

Lester Morgan Byrd was born on August 2, 1938 to John and Jettie Byrd. The family made their home in Palestine, Arkansas where Les shared his memories of childhood with six siblings.  While living in Arkansas he attended Salem Methodist Church with his family.  He attended the public schools in the nearby community of Moro and later continued his education at Hendrix College in Conway.

 

On February 16, 1959, Les was commissioned with the United States Navy as an aviator and became a fighter pilot. He would return home to marry Wanda June Coker on December 30, 1960. Together they followed his military career and would call many places home including California and Japan.

 

In 1967 Les joined Delta Airlines as a pilot. He spent a year based in Chicago and in 1968 moved to Arlington after being stationed in Dallas/Fort Worth. Les remained with Delta Airlines until his retirement in 1996.

 

Les had many hobbies and interests. Through the years, with June by his side, he built custom homes in Arlington and later owned and operated an antique store called Byrd’s Happy Hollow in Canton, TX. Some of his most cherished memories came from the time he spent riding dirt bikes, water skiing and snow skiing with his sons, Jeff and Scott.

 

Les was active in his community as a Mason and served as Key Man at the Ft. Worth hangar as a member of the Quiet Birdmen.

 

On July 11, 2024, at the age of 85, Les passed away in Arlington, TX. He was preceded in his journey by his parents, John Kyle and Jettie Jones Byrd, wife, Wanda June Byrd, son, Scott Lee Byrd, two brothers, Bill and John Dale, and three sisters, Lou Byrd, Joanna Byrd McLeod, and Bonnie Byrd.

 

Les is lovingly remembered by his son Jeffrey Byrd and his wife Ellen of Burlingame, California, and his brother Farel Byrd of Collierville, Tennessee. He also leaves behind three grandchildren: Rachel Nannette Byrd, Natalie Ruth Byrd and Aaron Jacob Byrd, and very special friends John and Chris Conn. Les will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all those whose lives he touched.

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https://www.tutormemorial.com/obituary/wanda-byrd

: Wanda “June” Byrd

July 29, 1937 - June 3, 2019

June Byrd, nee Coker, of Arlington, TX, 81, passed away June 3, 2019 peacefully at home. She graduated from Pontotoc High School and attended Itawamba College.  She married Lester Byrd on December 30, 1960.  June and Les travelled widely while Les served as a pilot in the US Navy, including long stays in Japan and California.  They settled in Arlington Texas to raise their two sons, Jeff and Scott, when Les became a pilot for Delta Airlines in 1967.  In Les’ retirement years, they spent more time in Pontotoc with family and friends. June was an avid bridge player, reaching the Life Master level, and was a formidable cook and seamstress.  Burial will be in the Pontotoc City Cemetery…………….

 

DL Capt. John Francis Rohrl

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. John Francis Rohrl

December 3, 1942 ~ July 12, 2024

 

We note the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain John Francis Rohrl, age 81.  John joined Delta Air Lines 02-13-1970.  He is survived by his wife Helen, and by his children and his grandchildren.

Condolences may be sent to the family at

350 White Oak Dr.

Newnan, GA 30265

 

PCN memorial site

 

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/john-rohrl-obituary?id=55627968

 

John Rohrl Obituary

John Francis Rohrl, age 81, of Newnan, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2024. He was born on December 3, 1942, to the late Joseph Karl Rohrl and Mary Catherine Rohrl.

After graduating from Georgetown University, John proudly served his country as a United States Air Force pilot, flying B-52 bombers during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge, he continued his passion for flying by serving as a commercial pilot with Delta Air Lines for 30 years.

John was known for his sarcastic wit and attention to detail, especially to his children and the neighborhood kids on Irma Lee Drive. Everyone knew when "Mr. Rohrl" was home from a trip and behaved accordingly. He led an active life, enjoying many sports with a large group of friends, including basketball and baseball. His wife, Helen, loved to entertain and threw legendary parties, with John always along for the ride. During their 60 years of marriage, they traveled extensively but always looked forward to coming home to their beloved cats.

John is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Helen Smith Rohrl; children, Joseph Rohrl (Lesley) and Cathy Farr (Lloyd); grandchildren, Katie Mauldin (Jacob) and Brendon Dodson (Rachealmae); brother, Frank Wilson; numerous extended family and friends; and his cat, Barth.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.mckoon.com or click on at

https://www.mckoon.com/obituaries/John-Rohrl/#!/TributeWall  

McKoon Funeral Home and Crematory 770-253-4580

DL pilot Michael K Krasniewski

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Naval Aviator, DL pilot Michael K Krasniewski

January 3, 1983 ~ July  , 2024

 

….sharing tragic news that has just been received …..with what we know so far ..and as more is learned we will follow up with updates to our memorial site.  Mike joined Delta Air Lines 10-05-2021.  He is survived by his wife Amanda and by his two daughters.  For those who may wish to send a personal note, I find the family address listed in whitepages as

4101 Queen Jane St

Corpus Christi, TX 78414

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

From Facebook :  Last week we lost our brother Mike Krasniewski, LAX73NB, to a horrific head-on car collision in Texas. Mike was on military leave flying the T-45 at NAS Kingsville, and was our Reserve head admin bro for a long while, he always looked out for his reservists. He leaves behind a wife and two teenage daughters, both daughters were in the car with him, one severely injured. Mike was a great American and our tight knit Goshawk community is still in shock.

Memorial service is 21 July at 0900 on the flight deck of the USS Lexington in Corpus Christi, PM for more details. If anyone is interested, a GoFundMe is set up for his family.

 

 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-krasniewski-4b981a79/

- Naval Aviator with over 3,000 jet and turbo-prop flight hours

- FAA MEII/ATP with world-wide 737 and Gulfstream cargo and passenger flight experience

- Trained in aviation maintenance, aviation safety, training and standardization

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Gofundme account

https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-krash-aid-for-his-loved-ones?qid=768fb3f6b127de54a93e17f09b0d1fa1

Dear Friends and Family,

Last week, we tragically lost our dear friend Michael "Krash" Krasniewski in a devastating car accident. Mike was not just a Naval Aviator and a Delta pilot, but also a loving husband to Amanda, a devoted father to their two beautiful daughters, a brother, and a son.

 

Most of Krash's friends are scattered around the country and world, but many have expressed a desire to show their support for the family. This account was created and all funds raised will go directly to Amanda and the girls to help with unforeseen expenses and helping them with this heartbreaking change to their life plan.

 

Please join in honoring Mike's memory by supporting his family during this difficult time. Thank you for keeping Amanda, their daughters, his parents, and immediate family, as well as all who loved Mike in your prayers.

DL F/A Amy Ard Lambert, wife of DL Capt. Alex Lambert

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL F/A Amy Ard Lambert, wife of DL Capt. Alex Lambert

October 13, 1957 - July 9, 2024

As was received from the Delta Clipped Wings group…….Amy is survived by her husband DL Captain Alexander Lambert, and by her son and her grandson along with many more dear friends and family members.

Condolences may be sent to the family at

211 CRESCENT OAK

PEACHTREE CITY GA 30269-2705

 

PCN memorial site :  

  We regret to inform you of Amy’s passing on July 9th after a 30-year battle with brain cancer.  Please keep Amy’s husband, Alex, (retired Delta captain), family and friends in your prayers as they face this difficult time.  (Amy’s FA class 11/12/1979)

A memorial service will be held at 3:30pm on Saturday, August 10th at the Chapel of Mowell Funeral Home, 200 Robinson Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269 • (770) 487-3959.  The family will receive friends from 2:30pm – 3:30pm before the service at the funeral home.

For those wishing to do so, donations may be made in Amy’s memory to the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Development Office, 1762 Clifton Road - Suite 2400, Atlanta, GA 30322 • https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/give/give-in-memory.php.  A donation may also be made to any other worthy cause, fitting Amy’s memory.

Online condolences may be posted at https://www.mowells.com/obituaries/Amy-Ard-Lambert?obId=32308220

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Amy Ard Lambert
October 13, 1957 - July 9, 2024

Amy Ard (Plotner) Lambert, 66, a resident of Peachtree City, Georgia, became an Angel on July 9, 2024, after a thirty-year battle with brain cancer.

Born October 13, 1957, in Hagerstown, Maryland, along with her twin sister, Abby, were the third and fourth children of Dr. Robert and Barbara Ard.  Amy graduated from Woodson High School, in Fairfax, Virginia, Class of 1975.  She attended Virginia Tech University, earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1979.  Amy soon afterwards started a rewarding Flight Attendant career for Delta Air Lines, in November of 1979.  She retired in 2012, after thirty-three years of dedicated and distinguished service.

Amy was only fourteen months old when tragedy struck the Ard family, in December 1958.  Her father, the local doctor, did not survive a car accident on his way home after having delivered a baby.  Amy’s grandfather was the Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, in Hagerstown, Maryland.  The church community rallied around the Ard family to ease the burden of this moment.

Her mother met and married James Roach in January of 1965, who also had a son from a previous marriage.  Mr. Roach served his country honorably, as a United States Navy pilot during World War II.  The combined Ard/Roach family then moved to Fairfax, Virginia.  They prospered and enjoyed many wonderful memories, with an additional son of their own, adding to an already extensive family tree.

Besides enjoying Fairfax, precious memories were made from their many summers spent at Ocean City, New Jersey, in the month of June and Ocean City, Maryland, during the month of August.  The family also attended many Washington Redskins football games in the fall.

Amy married Gregg Plotner in 1982 and had a son, Nicholas, in 1986.  They decided to separate, creating a new path for Amy and Nicholas.  With the help of friends and family, she had the strength to simultaneously uphold the greatest qualities of a caring mother and excel as a Flight Attendant.

November 1993 changed the lives of Amy and her loved ones, with a sudden diagnosis of brain cancer.  Her parents and all her support system immediately came to her and Nicholas’ aid.  Amy was in the daily care of Emory University Hospital, for radiation and chemotherapy treatments.  She was initially given six months to live.  However, Amy’s strong faith in God, Jesus, and her unwavering will to care for her son, led her through this cruel disease.  Amy became a living miracle, a legend to Emory University Hospital and all who knew her.

Amy had the honor to become a respected lecturer at Emory University Hospital, to convey how a positive attitude can help fight some of the toughest battles with brain cancer.  She was interviewed numerous times on television, to tell her unique story of survivability.  Amy would later collaborate with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Chief Medical Correspondent at the Cable News Network (CNN), to spearhead metro Atlanta’s first Brain Tumor Walkathon, on behalf of brain tumor research.

At a July 4th parade in 1997, Amy and her son, Nicholas, happened to meet Alex Lambert and his young son, John, from Alex’s previous marriage.  After years of juggling through each other’s careers, schedules and family dynamics, Alex proposed to Amy in 2002.  They married in 2005 in Oxford, Maryland, and began the most wonderful eighteen years of life together.

Amy retired in 2012 and Alex retired in 2018.  They were enjoying their golden years until February 2023, when Amy was again diagnosed with multiple brain tumors.  Unlike her previous battle with cancer, these tumors were inoperable.  She fought like the warrior she always was, until God decided it was time for her to journey unto heaven.

Amy’s 1993 miracle helped her live long enough to guide her son through high school and college, see Nicholas meet and marry the most wonderful woman, Brittany, and witness her grandson, Kai, be born.

Amy was truly one of a kind, loved by all who met her, and will be forever missed; she never considered anyone a stranger.  Her extreme love of family, friends, and life itself, always shined through with her radiant smile and laugh.  She treasured her time with Delta Air Lines, and treated every passenger like they were already part of her family.  She enjoyed travelling and was fortunate to visit different continents and beautiful cities of the world.  Family always came first for Amy, and she would unselfishly rush to anyone’s side, if she could assist in any way.  Amy undoubtedly left everything on the field of life; failure was never an option for her.

Our world has lost one of the best there is, but God has called upon her to be one of his best Angels in Heaven.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Robert and Barbara Ard; stepfather, James “Pops” Roach.  Amy is survived by her husband, Alex; son, Nicholas Plotner (Brittany); grandson, Kai; stepson, John Lambert (Maegen); stepbrother, Dr. James Roach (Elizabeth); her sisters Camille Pecorak (T.J.) and Abby Cross (Kim); brothers Robert Ard (Holly) and Whitney Roach (Chantale).  Amy will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and cherished life-long friends.

In lieu of flowers: the family lovingly requests donations be made in Amy’s honor, to the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.  A donation can also be made to any other worthy cause, fitting Amy’s memory.

A memorial service will be held at 3:30 PM on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Chapel of Mowell Funeral Home, Peachtree City.  The family will receive friends from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.

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