WA/DL Crew scheduler Edeltraud Dorothea Davis

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

LAX/DFW  WA/DL Flt. Crew scheduler Edeltraud Dorothea Davis

May 8, 1934 – August 16, 2024

 

We remember long-time and beloved pilot scheduler Edeltraud Dorothea Davis who recently passed at the age of 90.  Ms. Davis hired on with Western Airlines in Los Angles in June 1974.  At the time of her retirement with Delta Air Lines, she was based 061/DFW with more than 20yrs of service.  Much loved by her airline family, Edeltraud was the definition of a survivor as you will see by reading her life story.

For those who may wish to contact the family, I see Edeltraud’s most recent address listed in whitepages as

24115 Cindy Lane,  Lake Forest,  CA 92630.

Or perhaps c/o daughter Nancy at 21611 Turtledove St., Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

Obituary of Edeltraud Dorothea Davis

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/mission-viejo-ca/edeltraud-davis-11944545

 

Fairhaven Memorial Services

Edeltraud Davis 90, passed August 16, 2024, in Lake Forest from complications of Cancer that she had so ardently fought over three remissions within the last fifteen years.

She was born on May 8th, 1934, in East Germany to Georg and Elfriede (Wadowski) Schlichczin. Edeltraud was a strong German woman, with a quick sharp tongue, but she was a survivor with a determined work ethic to stand alone during most of her life to survive in a male dominated workplace, as a single mother of two young boys.

 

Her early childhood was spent in the war-torn streets and fields of Germany, during WW2. She scoured ruined streets, through bombed out and abandoned buildings and cellars, searching for food and coal to keep her family fed and warm. She would relate stories of living in the Russian occupied zones and the horrors the war affect had on her family and country. Then other stories, of being protected by the Russian soldiers from others, wanting to do her harm. Protecting her as she ran from ruin to ruin looking for food. So many atrocities witnessed, so many years of violence and fear, no child should live through.

 

She was the oldest of five siblings, two sisters and two brothers. She and her stepmother, Adelheid (Wadowski) Schlichczin, were for the most part on their own as they fled with her brothers and sisters through the waring districts for safety. Ever moving from town to town, being followed by her father, serving at the time as a Military Motorcycle Police Officer in the German Army.

 

After the wars end, Edeltraud and her family settled in the small town of Ludwigsburg, in western Germany. There in 1954 after many years working in the family laundry she took a job with the United States Army, as a valet assigned to the Southern Area Command near Stuttgart. In September of 1956, with a saddened heart but a need to embrace a new life. Edeltraud to the dismay of her family, decided to leave Germany for the United States. She borrowed $185.00 dollars from the U.S. War Relief Service and boarded a Liberty boat bound for New York and then Chicago, Illinois to start her new life with twenty-five dollars in her pocket.

 

She began work with the Standard Oil Company in 1957 as a Keypunch Operator. Working there till 1958 when she took a position with Union Oil in California. Soon after coming to California, she met James A. Davis, a driver and mechanic. They married and soon after divorced in1963, after having two sons, James and Roger.

 

Edeltraud remained a single mother for the remainder of her life. She raised both sons on her own, at times she worked for three companies simultaneously to make ends meet. In 1974, she landed a position as ‘Crew Scheduler’ for Western Airlines, known now as Delta Airlines. There she remained over 20+ years. This job finally enabled her to provide for her family as a single mother. There she was honored for her work ethic, attendance and punctuality. Sometimes she was known to sleep in her car inside the office garage so not to be late from her overtime shift the previous day. She was adored by the crews she worked with from Western and Delta, making lifelong friends.

 

Edeltraud never stopped working. Working was like breathing, something you don’t stop. She was very frugal, most times to her own detriment. But on her birthday and Christmas she would make sure to have the entire family out for an extravagant dinner and memorable evening with everyone at one table.

 

Survivors include her sons, James and wife Nancy, two sons, Chase and wife, Paige, their sons Rhett and Ryder. Son, Mitchell and wife Kelsey, their son Brecken and daughter Paisley.

Roger and his wife Erin, their daughter Meghan and son Colin.

Sister Doris Schlichczin.

Sisters in laws, Inge and Ede Schlichczin and their respective families.

**A private family memorial will be held on August 30th, 2024.

WA/DL Capt. Jack B. Bush

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, WA/DL Capt. Jack B. Bush

December 11, 1939 ~ June 20, 2024

On the morning of June 20, 2024, Jack B. Bush of Fallbrook, California passed away at the age of 84 years old.

 

Jack was born to Basil and Yudell Bush in December, 1939 in Michigan, where he grew up on a farm. He later attended Northwestern Michigan College and Western Michigan University from which he graduated with a degree in Petrol Distribution in 1963.

 

In August of 1963 Jack joined the United States Air Force. He trained as a pilot in C130s and in July, 1966 he served as part of the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron out of Thailand. His bravery during the Vietnam War earned him several awards including The Distinguished Flying Cross. After returning stateside in 1967, he continued his service until 1969 when he left Active Duty to join Western Airlines 02-24-1969 as a pilot. He continued his service in the Air Force Reserves, during which he attained the rank of Lt. Colonel. He retired from the Air Force in 1999 and from Delta Air Lines in 2003.

 

Jack was a born leader who loved working with his hands and serving others. In his retirement he grew avocados on his farm in Fallbrook, California where he was able to play with his tractors, head his local road committee and spend time with his family. He was the bedrock and go-to person for lots of his family and friends and his absence will be felt by many.

 

He is survived by his 2 children, Timothy (Christina) Bush and Wendi (Brian) Koshley, his grandchildren Amanda (Koshley) (Jonathan) Awad, Michael Koshley, Rebecca Koshley, Jackson Koshley, and Georgia Bush, his sisters Mary Ann Bush and Nancy Jackson, and his long-time friend Dr. Angeline Dao and her family.

 

NWA Capt. David Joseph Rolczynski

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. David Joseph Rolczynski

November 1, 1942 ~ July 30, 2024

 

As was received from retired Northwest Airlines friends and colleagues, the passing of Captain David Joseph Rolczynski, age 81.  David joined Northwest Airlines 09-13-1965.

Obituary information and a photo gallery is available online at

https://www.weeksfuneralhomes.com/obituary/David-Rolczynski 

PCN memorial site

 

https://rnpa.org/memoriam/obits/393-dave-rolczynski

 Captain David Joseph Rolczynski, 81, of Enumclaw, Washington, died peacefully at home July 30, 2024. He was born November 1, 1942 in Missoula, Montana to parents Joseph and Jean Rolczynski.

  David Rolczynski Obituary  :  David Joseph Rolczynski, 81, of Enumclaw, Washington, died peacefully at home July 30, 2024. He was born November 1, 1942, in Missoula, Montana to parents Joseph and Jean Rolczynski.

Dave led an extraordinary life, filled with love for his family and friends, a career that took him around the world, and a thirst for knowledge that shaped his entire life.

Dave was a curious kid. From asking his friend’s mom for her oatmeal cookie recipe at 4 years old, to disassembling his parents’ clocks, building ham radios from spare parts, and even attempting to make grenades in the basement, Dave loved anything exciting and mechanical. He thrived on the satisfaction of learning how the world works. As a teen, he built hot rods to drive his friends around, and after conquering automobiles, his next goal was to build an airplane! So, he joined the Montana Air National Guard, and through a special pilot training program, landed a job, and ultimately, a successful three-decade career, retiring as a Captain at Northwest Airlines.

But before his career took off, he met a pretty girl while attending college at the University of Montana. On September 4, 1965, Dave married the love of his life, Linda Ruth Winkler, beginning a journey of love and partnership that would span almost 59 years. Together, they flew small planes, raised two kids and countless dogs, cats, and sheep, and owned and operated the Lindon Bookstore in Enumclaw, serving this community with warmth and knowledge (and Enumclaw’s first Starbucks lattes), for nearly two decades.

Beyond his distinguished careers in aviation and entrepreneurship, Dave was the quintessential jack-of-all-trades, a man of diverse knowledge and impressive talents. Much more than just hobbies, Dave’s “avocations” included restoring and collecting vintage model-A Fords and other antique cars, building biplanes, wood-working and metal-working, collecting firearms from around the world, farming both land and livestock, and later in life, crafting award-winning red and white wines from his own estate-grown grapes.

Dave was a Christian. He was deeply involved in his church community, where he found solace and strength alongside Linda. Dave touched many lives at the churches they attended over the years, but one of his greatest pleasures was spending every Friday afternoon with his “Consortium,” a close-knit group of pastors and friends who shared and prayed together, but also smoked cigars and drank bourbon. In his final days, Dave made a point to assure everyone he talked to that he “knew where he was going,” and encouraged them, through Jesus, to join him (and Him) in Heaven someday.

Dave is survived by his beloved wife, Linda, son Christopher, daughter Megan and her family, including son-in-law Greg, treasured grandchildren (and spouses), Jesse (Lydia), Reggie (Kara), Hope (Colton), and Grace (Zach), four adorable great-grandchildren, Cohen, Emmet, Elora, and Marlowe Rose, brother Dan (Takeko) and sister Jeanne (Bill) and their families, and numerous extended family members and friends who will forever cherish his memory.

A celebration of Dave’s life will be held at 2pm, August 17, at Wabash Presbyterian Church in Auburn, with on-site reception to follow. All friends of Dave and Linda are invited to attend. Heartfelt recognition to Continuum Hospice Care and Hospitality Home Care for their compassionate service. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly suggests donations be made to Care Net of Puget Sound (supportcnps.org)

 

 

WA/DL Capt. Roger T. Horrell

 WA/DL Captain Roger T. Horrell

September 3, 1942 - August 24, 2024

Roger T. Horrell Obituary  www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com

Denton, Texas

Roger T. Horrell, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2024, with his daughter by his side.

 Roger Thomas Horrell was born September 3, 1942, in Alton, Illinois to Harold and Alice (Zerwas) Horrell. He grew up in Alton, Illinois, and attended Marquette Catholic High School. Upon graduation, Roger attended Parks College of Saint Louis University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautics, and a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. Entering the U.S. Air Force, Roger attended flight school, receiving his “wings” at graduation.

 Roger proudly served in the United States Air Force for five years, earning the rank of Captain. Roger arrived in Vietnam at the beginning of the Tet Offensive in January 1968. During his one-year tour in Vietnam, he flew as a FAC (Forward Air Controller) flying the O-1 Bird Dog. Roger was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and multiple Air Medals for his Vietnam service. He wrote a story about his Vietnam tour of duty in the book “Vietnam to Western Airlines, Volume 4.”

Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Roger began his career with Western Airlines, later acquired by Delta Airlines, and became an Airline Captain. During his 33 years as a commercial pilot, Roger flew thousands of commercial flights transporting passengers across the United States safely to their destinations. Roger wrote and published a book called “Cyclone” during his retirement.

 Roger will be missed by his daughter, Meredith L. (Tom Nims) Horrell; grandson, Dylan T. Nims; niece, Sara (David) Dahm; uncle, Dave Zerwas, and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Susan Stephan.

Cremation rites were accorded. 

Visitation will be held 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Elias, Kallal and Schaaf Funeral Home in Godfrey, IL. A memorial mass is scheduled 10:00 am on Friday, September 27, 2024, at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Alton, IL. Inurnment will follow at St. Patrick's Cemetery in Godfrey, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Roger’s honor can be sent to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) program, which helps spay and neuter feral cats.  Roger loved cats!

Condolences and memories of Roger may be shared with his family in the tributes section of his memorial page and may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com

 Thank you,

Meredith Horrell ( meredithhorrell@yahoo.com )

  ++++++++++++++++++++++++

~ IN MEMORY ~

WA/DL Capt. Roger T. Horrell

September 3, 1942 ~ August 24, 2024

 

From family we have just learned that retired Western/Delta pilot Captain Roger Thomas Horrell passed this morning.  Roger was 81, soon to be 82 yrs of age.  Roger joined Western Airlines 03-03-1969.  He was based DFW/030 prior to his retirement with Delta Air Lines.  Captain Horrell had most recently resided in Denton, Texas.  Arrangements are of course pending and will be advised.

 

Please look for more details to follow in the days ahead.

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

 

NWA Capt. Richard “Dick” Louis Moore

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Richard “Dick” Louis Moore

February 1, 1935 ~ August 17, 2024

 

As was received from Northwest Airlines friends and colleagues, the passing of Captain Dick Moore, age 89.  Dick and wife Frances had most recently resided in Washington state at  

5009 Dundee Dr., Anacortes, WA 98221. 

Please look for more information to follow in the days ahead.

“Dick was hired by NWA on 7/18/1966. Many of you encountered Dick as a pilot instructor at NATCO prior to their 'moving west.' He was a US Army Veteran, having served as an officer in a non-aviator capacity. It is also noteworthy that Dick was one of the original North Puget Sound Retired NWA Pilots.”

 

PCN memorial site

 

 

SO/NWA Capt. Walter Norman Nielsen

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, SO/NWA Capt. Walter Norman Nielsen

Dec. 18, 1930 ~ Aug. 13, 2024

 

Sharing news as was received from friends and colleagues, the passing of Capt. Wally Nielsen who began his commercial flying with Southern Airways, made the various mergers and retired with Northwest now Delta Air Lines.  Wally is survived by his wife Betty, and by his children and their families.

PCN memorial site

 

Walter “Wally” Nielsen Obituary

Walter Norman Nielsen, 93, of Fernandina Beach left to be with the Lord on Aug. 13, 2024. He was born in Chicago, Ill., on Dec. 18, 1930, to the late Walter and Marian Nielsen.  Walter attended Wheaton College and later joined the Air Force, where he served both on active duty and in the Reserves. He spent several years investigating accidents for the Air Force before becoming a commercial airline pilot, a career that lasted 30 years. Shortly after retirement, Walter, his wife, Betty, and daughter Kirsten moved to Fernandina Beach from McDonough, Ga. He spent his last 30 years as he liked to say, "living in paradise." He was an avid golfer and, when he wasn't playing, he could be found nurturing his garden.

 

Walter is survived by his wife, Betty; daughters Lynda (Robert) Martel, Cyndy Thomas, son Walter Nielsen Jr., daughters Natalie (Glenn) Shellhouse, Kirsten Nielsen and stepdaughter Mary-Margaret (Edward) McAfee; eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; his sister, Yvonne (John) Clark; and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Walter was preceded in death by his sisters, Betty Teets and Greta Wade, and nephews, Matthew and Jason Clark.  He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. The family will hold a service to celebrate Walter's life at a later date. "To be absent from the body is to be present in the Lord." Corinthians 5:8

 

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/fbnewsleader/name/walter-nielsen-obituary?id=56007496

 

NCA/NWA Capt. Michael Charles Nelson

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NCA/NWA Capt. Michael Charles Nelson

January 19, 1945 ~ August 21, 2024

 

Captain Nelson began his commercial flying career 02-12-1973.  He is survived by his wife Lori.  Captain Nelson was 79 years of age at the time of his passing. 

PCN memorial site

 

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/michael-nelson-obituary?id=56075810

 

FUNERAL HOME

Borek Jennings Funeral Home - Howell Memorial Chapel

1700 Highland Rd., Howell, Michigan

https://www.borekjennings.com/obituary/Michael-Nelson 

 

Michael Nelson Obituary

Obituary published by Borek Jennings Funeral Home - Howell Memorial Chapel

His Legacy : Michael Charles Nelson, 79, passed away on August 21, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1945, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Meredith Nelson and Helen (Cassaday) Nelson. Michael married the love of his life, Lori Jagielski, on July 23, 1981, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Mike graduated from the University of Denver and then joined the United States Air Force, serving in the Vietnam War. After his military service, he was hired to fly for North Central Airlines as a pilot. Through many mergers, Mike retired from Northwest Airlines after a career of 32 years. His passion was flying. Mike had his pilot's license before he obtained his driver's license. He also met his wife Lori, who had been a flight attendant for 40 years. Besides flying, he loved golf. Mike and Lori were founding members of Oak Pointe Country Club. Throughout the summer, he also enjoyed doing yard work and boating. Mike was dearly loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed

His Family : Mike will be missed by his loving wife, Lori Nelson; sister, Barbara Vanciu; nieces and nephews, Chris Vanciu, Peter (Kathy) Vanciu, Kendra Geeslin, Kimberly (Eric) Ringer, Doug Nelson, and David Nelson. He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Meredith K Nelson and Helen Nelson; brother, Meredith R. Nelson; sister-in-law, Janet Nelson; and brother-in-law, Vance Vanciu.

His Farewell : Mike's family will privately celebrate his life. Memorial contributions are suggested to Humane Society of Huron Valley. Please leave a message of comfort for Mike's family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com   

NAL/PAA/DL Capt. Edwin Justus Geiger

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, NAL/PAA/DL Capt. Edwin Justus Geiger

February 1, 1941 ~ May 13, 2024

Please forgive if duplicate notice….the passing of retired National/Pan Am/Delta pilot Captain Edwin Justus Geiger, age 83.  To the best of my knowledge Captain Geiger began his commercial flying career 06-09-1969 and retired with Delta Air Lines based CVG/030.  He is survived by his wife Carol, and by his daughter and his grandchildren.

PCN memorial site 

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.rgj.com/obituaries/pnvs0828252 

Edwin Justus Geiger, age 83 of Rockledge, Florida and Northstar, California, passed away on May 13, 2024. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 1, 1941.

Ed was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend of many. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carol Conlon Geiger, his child, Emily Geiger Salmon and his grandchildren, Luke Thomas Salmon and Isabelle Sierra Salmon.

Ed graduated from Maine Township High School in Park Ridge, Illinois and first attended Cornell University. He transferred to the University of Miami where he studied Aviation Administration and graduated in 1964. He joined the USAF and trained as a pilot. He flew C-141’s as first officer and then as captain to Viet Nam.

Ed truly adored flying and was a top-notch pilot. After the Air Force he became a co-pilot and then Captain for National Airlines in Florida. National was bought by Pan Am where he became a 747 Captain, flying around the world. When Pan Am went bankrupt, his division was bought by Delta Airlines. The last ten years of his career Ed flew as a Delta Captain.

Ed also loved America’s trains and was an excellent train historian. He was a life member of the Truckee Railroad Society and loved working with that institution.

Ed loved to snow ski, hike, exercise and ride bicycles. He truly believed in and did lots of physical activity all his life. He loved traveling with his wife and family. His favorite indoor activity was doing puzzles. Ed had a great sense of humor and loved making folks laugh.

Although Ed and his wife Carol are Episcopalians, they are currently members of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Tahoe City. Ed helped run many religious weekends all over the United States during his adulthood that he truly enjoyed. He really loved Christ the King church and its congregation deeply. He is also a member of St. Marks Episcopal Church, Cocoa, Florida.

Ed was a true American patriot, totally dedicated to his country, family and the Lord. There will be a celebration of his life service at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 3125 N Lake Blvd, Tahoe City, California 96145, on June 15th at 3 pm.

 

DL crew scheduler Charles Wayne Kuehler Sr.

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

DL crew scheduler Charles Wayne Kuehler Sr. (Wayne)

Oct. 5, 1942 - Aug. 3, 2024

 

Family and friends will miss Wayne’s beautiful smile, sparkling green eyes, easy-going manner and sense of humor that won him friends wherever he went. Wayne passed away at home in Pagosa Springs, Colo., on Aug. 3, 2024, due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease.

 

Wayne was born on Oct. 5, 1942, in Houston, Texas, to Beulah Jane Hill Kuehler and Louis Nicholas Kuehler. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, brother (Louis Nicholas Kuehler Jr.) and son (Charles Wayne Kuehler Jr., “Charlie”). Wayne’s remaining beloved family includes his wife, Annee Gisler Kuehler; daughter, Debbie L. Shaddox; grandchildren, Charles W. Kuehler III (Bubba), Christal Dawn Kuehler, Hayley Kerr Bush and Taylor Shaddox Rubins; and nine great-grandchildren.

 

As a young boy, his family briefly lived above a honky tonk bar that they owned in Pasadena, Texas, and Wayne learned to love classic country music. After graduating from La Porte High School, Wayne served in the National Guard for nine years. Wayne’s first marriage was to Mary Williams (Steinhauer) in 1963, and they had two children, Debbie and Charlie.

 

He met the love of his life, Annee, in 1991 on a ski trip to Steamboat Springs, Colo. They were together for 29 years and were married on March 13, 2004.

 

Wayne worked for Delta Airlines for 23 years, forming a group of lifelong friends. One of the highlights of his career with Delta occurred when he first joined Delta and was working the night shift. An elderly gentleman showed up and asked how he liked working for Delta. Wayne learned later that the gentleman was C. F. Woolman, the founder of Delta Airlines.

 

Wayne was a true outdoorsman and a natural athlete. He hunted and fished from an early age. He enjoyed saltwater wade fishing and, later, fly-fishing. He became an excellent tennis player and an avid skier. In retirement he took up golf, perfecting his game and becoming a marshal at the Pagosa Springs golf course.

 

Wayne and Annee discovered Pagosa Springs in 1991, eventually moving there to live and building their dream log home in the Blanco Basin. They could often be seen hiking with their beloved black Labrador retrievers. Wayne developed a close group of friends through golf and through his membership in the Knights of Columbus at the John Paul II Catholic Church.

 

A memorial Mass and internment will held on Aug. 31, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Pope John Paul II Catholic Community in Pagosa Springs.

For Family and friends unable to attend, live streaming of the memorial Mass can be viewed online at: ihmjp2.org     Click on live stream.

 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs in Wayne’s honor.

PCN memorial site

DL Capt. William Thomas Brooks

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. William Thomas Brooks

April 28, 1939 ~ August 11, 2024

 

We remember and celebrate the life of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain William "Bill" Thomas Brooks, age 85.  Bill joined Delta Air Lines 08-15-1969 and was based Atlanta, then 031/JFK prior to his retiring in 1999.  Bill is survived by his wife Carol, and by his children and their families. 

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

https://www.brenhammemorialchapel.com/obituaries/william-bill-thomas-brooks

PCN memorial site

 

Obituary

William “Bill” Thomas Brooks, after a full and happy life, went to be with Jesus while surrounded by love and family. He left this life at the age of 85, on August 11, 2024. Bill, son of Benjamin Brooks and Adele Wheeler, was born on April 28, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he grew up as one of seven children.

 

Bill graduated from LaSalle College High School in 1955 and from the United States Naval Preparatory School in 1957. From there he went on to study aeronautical engineering at the United States Naval Academy and graduated with a PhD equivalent in 1961. In 1963 he completed his Attack Squadron Training in Florida. Upon completion of his flight training, he was stationed on several aircraft carriers and made over 1000 carrier landings during the Vietnam War. He earned several medals of valor including, but not limited to, The Air Medal, and The National Defense Medal.

 

After serving in the Navy for 13 years, Bill joined Delta Airlines and was quickly promoted as a pilot to the rank of Captain. He spent 30 years at Delta and wore many hats including being the top training officer and check pilot. During his time with Delta, he also served as President of the Humble ISD School Board.

 

On April 28, 2003 he met Betty Carolyn “Carol” Mann Brocato in Conroe, Texas. They began attending church together at the Ark in Conroe and later that year Bill gave his life to Jesus Christ. Five years to the day, on April 28, 2008 he married the love of his life in the home they purchased together in Brenham. Bill and Carol became active in the Brenham community serving on several non-profit boards and they both received the Paul Harris Fellowship Award through the Rotary Club of Washington County. Bill and Carol joined Champion Fellowship in 2008 and Bill was baptized there.

 

He was preceded in death by his brothers: Benjamin Brooks, Michael Brooks and Richie Brooks, sister Linda O’Donnell and two brothers-in-law, Charlie Cooney and Charlie O’Donnell.

 

He is survived by his loving wife Carol; sisters Adele Cicciarelli and husband Jake, and Terri Clooney; sons Bill Brooks Jr. and wife Claudia, Christopher Brooks, Corbin Brooks, Jonathan Brocato and wife Mechele, Jason Brocato and wife Ashley, and James Christian Brocato; grandchildren Jocelyn Brooks, Annie Watson and husband Devis “Toro”, Sophie Brooks, Jack Brooks, Abby Brocato, Jaden Brocato, Bailey Rae Brocato, Brailen Brocato, Emma Brocato, Azic Brocato; great grandchild Thiago Watson; special family Cheryl Dillon and husband Mike, Jennifer Greenlee and husband Chuck and numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 14th from 5:00pm until 7:00pm at Brenham Memorial Chapel. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday, August 15th at 2:00pm at Champion Fellowship. A private family burial will be held Thursday morning. The service will be live streamed and available to view at ChampionFellowship.org.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Collective Academy of Christian Music c/o Champion Fellowship, 1801 S Market Street, Brenham, TX 77833.

 

Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham, TX 77833. 979.836.3611 Share condolences at www.brenhammemorialchapel.com

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DL Capt. Mark Cullings

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Mark Cullings

September 24, 1945 ~ August 5, 2024

 

We honor and celebrate the life of Air Force veteran and retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Mark S. Cullings, age 78.  Mark joined Delta Air Lines 01-29-1973 and was based Boston, then JFK/031 prior to retiring.  Widowed in 2009 with the passing of his wife Janice, Mark is survived by his two daughters and his grandchildren.

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

https://www.downingchapel.com/obituary/Mark-Cullings

also at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/mark-cullings-obituary?id=55843517 

PCN memorial site

 

Mark Cullings Obituary

Mark Cullings, a beloved longtime resident of Hingham, Massachusetts, passed away on August 5, 2024 at the age of 78. He was known for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family, friends, and community. Mark was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many.

 

Mark was born on September 24, 1945, in Rochester, NY. He always spoke fondly about his life growing up on a farm, and taught many the details of how to properly pick a good ear of corn, and certainly when not to eat a bad one. After graduating from high school, he attended Union College, enrolled in ROTC. He fulfilled his commitment to the United States Air Force during the challenges of the Vietnam War and served for over five years. In 1967, at a party in Cleveland Circle in Boston he met his future wife, Janice Ross. They were married in August 1968. After retiring from the Air Force, Mark flew for Delta Airlines, ultimately being promoted to Captain with leadership roles including being a Line Check Airman. Mark proudly flew the Boeing 767 on transatlantic flights for Delta for over 30 years, retiring in 2004.

In 1979, Mark and his family moved to Hingham and set up their life at 44 Spring Street. He was instantly passionate about the Hingham community. Some of his contributions included working with the Hingham Merchants' Association to begin Hingham's Christmas in the Square, serving on the Hingham School Committee for 10 years, being a founding member of the Hingham Education Foundation and the Hingham Sports Partnership. His love for the history of Hingham led to an integral role in the refurbishment and remodel of the Hingham Heritage Museum. One of his greatest contributions was re-establishing the Hingham Farmers Market over 25 years ago, serving as its President until his death. The market provided him such joy and he worked tirelessly to support its success. He was often seen walking around shaking hands, making conversation and taking photos.

Beyond his civic involvement and passion, his heart always lay first with his family and friends. Mark loved spending time with them traveling the country and world, going for walks on Turkey Hill and Whitney and Thayer Woods, cooking and cherishing great meals, enjoying great wines, listening to the legends of the 60s and 70s, and living life. Mark always worked hard to maintain his beautiful home on Spring Street. And of course, many of us will remember having a fleeting glance of Mark driving around town in his green convertible Triumph with the head of Tarzan, his Corgi, sticking just up above the dashboard. Most of all he loved spending time with his daughters and hugging his four grandchildren.

Mark lost his wife of 41 years, Janice Cullings, to breast cancer in 2009. Mark is survived by his two daughters, Carolyn and Lauren, and his four grandchildren, Emerson (Emme), Andrew, Luca, and Giulia. Mark was predeceased by his older brother, Emerson, who passed away at the age of 83 in 2019.

His family and friends will miss Mark dearly. His legacy of wisdom, compassion, and dedication to community, family and friends will continue to inspire all who knew him. A celebration of Mark's life will be held at Old Ship Church in Hingham, Massachusetts on September 14th at 3:00 PM. At 8:30AM that same morning, there will be a ceremony in honor of him at the Hingham Farmers Market prior to the opening bell. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to Hingham Farmers Market, reflecting his commitment to that organization and all that it represents to the community. Please make checks payable to Hingham Farmers Market and mail them to Beverly Vernon, 31 School St, Hingham, MA 02043.

Mark's passing comes at an immeasurable loss, but his memory and all that he shared with us and taught us will forever remain in our hearts. He will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.

BO/RW/NWA Capt. Gary W. Giese

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

BO/RW/NWA Capt. Gary W. Giese

May 27, 1939 ~ January 27, 2024

 

Noted in the August 2024 Air Line Pilot magazine “In Memoriam”, the passing of NWA Capt. Gary W. Giese who died in January 2024.  Gary’s hire date was 3/25/1968 with Bonanza which merged with Hughes AirWest effective July 1, 1978, and yet another merger thus the retirement with Northwest Airlines.  Gary had most recently resided in Arizona.

 

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

DL Capt. Gene Gordon Mercer

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. Gene Gordon Mercer

January 14, 1937 ~ August 9, 2024

 

From friends and colleagues, we have learned of the passing of Delta Golden Wings member retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Gene Gordon Mercer, age 87.  Gene joined Delta Air Lines 01-06-1969 and was based ATL.  He is survived by his wife Janette, and by his sons Warren and Wayne and their families.  Gene's son Warren is an active pilot with Delta also based ATL.

To view Gene’s obituary and to share memories online please visit the funeral home website at

https://www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com/obituary/Gene-Gordon-Mercer 

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

 5739 High Harbor Ct., Gainesville  GA 30504

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

 

Gene Mercer Obituary

Mr. Gene Gordon Mercer, 87, of Gainesville, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024 at Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville.

 

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024 in the Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Rev. Dave Channell will officiate. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.

 

Born on January 14, 1937 in Kenly, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Thurman and Mide Hooks Mercer. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Mr. Mercer retired from Delta Airlines where he was a Pilot. He was a member of Christ Place Church. He was also a life member of Cherokee Gun Club.

 

In addition to his parents, Mr. Mercer was preceded in death by his sister, Sarah Mercer.

 

Mr. Mercer is survived by his wife, Janette W. Mercer of Gainesville; sons and daughters in law, Warren and Lynn Mercer of Athens, GA, Wayne and Lisa Mercer of Buford, GA; grandchildren, Jacob Mercer, Wyatt Mercer, Jessica Mercer, Ashley Atha and a number of other loving relatives.

 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Christ Place Church, 3461 Atlanta Hwy., Flowery Branch, GA. 30542.

 

Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Rd., Gainesville, Ga. 30504 is in charge of the arrangements.

 

 

DL Capt. Michael J. Gilmore

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Military veteran, DL Capt. Michael J. Gilmore

Oct 15, 1939 - Aug 7, 2024

 

We remember and celebrate the life of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain Michael J. Gilmore, age 84.  Captain Gilmore joined Delta Air Lines 02-13-1970 and retired in 1999 based 030/ATL.  Mike is survived by his wife Marguerite “Margie”, and by his children and their families.

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.legacy.com/funeral-homes/obituaries/name/michael-gilmore-obituary?pid=207385594&v=batesville 

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

https://www.coxrichmondhillfh.com/obituary/michael-gilmore 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN

PCN memorial site

 

Michael's Obituary

Michael Gilmore, 84, passed away peacefully at his home in Richmond Hill on August 7, 2024.

Mike was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY and was the son of Mr. Arthur Gilmore and Lillian Gilmore.

 

Mike leaves behind his loving wife of thirty-nine years Marguerite (Margie) Gilmore, and was a devoted father to five children, daughter Tracy Gilmore, son, Shawn Gilmore, daughter Dawn Gilmore Parker (husband Hillyer Parker), daughter Shannon Gilmore Greika and son William (Billy) Walters (wife Pamela Walters).  Mike enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, Gage Gilmore (wife Sarah Lemaux), Kevin Walters, Ashley Walters Robertson (husband Zachary Robertson), Isabel Greika, Dolan Greika, and Madeline Greika.

 

Mike is also survived by his older sister Gail Gilmore Kemp and nephew Terry Kemp.

 

After graduating from Plattsburgh High School in 1957, Mike attended State University of New York (SUNY) Plattsburgh earning a bachelor’s degree in education.  Mike’s passion for service was evident early as he joined the United States Marine Corps as a commissioned officer in 1962 where he served two tours in Vietnam (’67-’69) and earned thirty-eight air service commendations as a combat helicopter pilot.  Mike was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps as Captain Gilmore in 1970.  Mike continued his love of flight by joining Delta Airlines where he flew thousands of passengers for thirty years. 

 

Upon his retirement in 1999, Mike decided to retain his captain’s title on his 38’ catamaran sailing vessel, Margueritaville, along with his loving First Mate for life, Margie, as they routinely sailed with family and friends along the Atlantic coastline, around the Caribbean and Greek Isles.  When the winds weren’t favorable to fill their sails, Margie had Mike either piloting a canoe on many adventurous trips in northeast Georgia or jumping on a jet to Europe where they created so many wonderous memories.

 

Mike’s service wasn’t limited to his country, his passengers, or his family as he also served in the choir at the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church.  

 

Family and friends will always regard “Capt. Mike”, as a caring, honorable, and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-arms, and friend to all who were blessed to have known him. 

 

On Saturday, August 17th, a brief visitation will be held from 1:00 – 2:00 pm followed by a memorial service at 2:00pm Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church.

 

The family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in lieu of flowers for those interested in doing so. 

 

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. 

 

Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.