~ IN MEMORY ~
CDR.US Navy ret., NWA Capt. Henry J. Wnuk
June 13, 1947 - May 9, 2025
Henry J Wnuk, CDR, USNavy (ret), 77, Fallon, NV,
passed away May 9 at the Life Care Health facility in Reno, NV from
complications related to a stroke he had seven months earlier………………..Henry
joined Northwest Airlines 01-06-1995. He
is survived by many dear friends and family members.
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Henry J Wnuk, CDR,
USNavy (ret), 77, Fallon, NV, passed away May 9 at the Life Care Health
facility in Reno, NV from complications related to a stroke he had seven months
earlier. Henry fought a gallant fight but the mental and physical obstacles
proved too much to overcome.
Behind his humble and
easy-going demeanor was a lifetime of notable achievements. After he graduated
from Louisiana Polytechnic Institute with a BS degree, Henry enlisted in the
Naval Aviation Officer Training School followed by Undergraduate Pilot Training
where he earned the coveted gold wings of a Naval Aviator. Henry was a Command
Pilot on the P-3 Orion, a multi-engine, turbo prop maritime and surveillance
aircraft for most of his 23-year career but also served as an Aviation Safety
Officer, Air Traffic Control Officer, Squadron Executive Officer and Detachment
Officer-in-Charge. His duty locations included NAS Agana, Pautaxent River,
Point Magu and NAS Fallon. After retiring from the Navy, Henry was hired by
Northwest Airlines and flew wide-body commercial aircraft such as the B-757 and
DC-10 to domestic and international destinations for twelve years.
Henry lived life to the
fullest. An avid skier, outdoorsman and Harley rider, Henry made nearly forty
trips to motorcycle rallies in Sturgis, SD, alone during his lifetime. He was a
devoted son, dependable brother and loyal friend who was loved by many and will
be missed by many more. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 29, 1:00
pm at Walton’s Sierra Chapel, 875 W Second Street, Reno, NV.
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