~ IN MEMORY ~
Military veteran, NWA
Capt. George Friedrich Handel
November 30, 1940 ~
January 12, 2026
Online obituary is
now available for viewing at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/orleans-ma/george-handel-12700865
November 30, 1940 –
January 12, 2026
Obituary of George F.
Handel
IN THE CARE OF Nickerson Funeral Home
George F. Handel was
born to Esther and Carl Handel November 30, 1940, in Boston, Massachusetts. He
crossed over on January 12, 2026 at 85 years of age. He maintained a lifelong
connection to New England, particularly Cape Cod, his ancestral home.
George proudly served
his country as a U.S. Navy pilot (Lieutenant) during the Vietnam War, a role
that reflected his courage, discipline, and commitment to service. Following
his military service, he went on to a long and distinguished career as a pilot
for Northwest Airlines, beginning in 1967 and retiring in 2000. He took immense
pride in his years spent in the cockpit.
George lived a full,
active, and adventurous life. He had a myriad of hobbies and interests and was
rarely idle, always busy with projects, travel, or pursuits that captured his
curiosity. Whether at his home in Nova Scotia with his longtime partner, Elaine,
enjoying time in Florida on his yacht "Hallelujah" or returning to
Cape Cod, George embraced each place as part of a life well lived.
George shared his
deep love of the Atlantic Ocean, the creeks, and the kettle ponds of Cape Cod
with his children and their cousins and friends. He took them water skiing,
fishing, and showed them how to clam and dig for quahogs. These moments on the
water and along the shore became lasting memories and a foundation of shared
joy and connection.
An avid traveler,
George journeyed around the world on many adventures and delighted in bringing
home thoughtful and unique gifts for his family. He was always incredibly
generou with his time and resources. He also adored his dogs, Sadie, Shadow,
and Milo, who brought him great joy and companionship
He is lovingly
remembered by his longtime partner, Elaine, and by Dorothy, the mother of his
children. He is survived by his son Jeff (Ellen) and their children Owen,
Sophia, and Sam; his daughter Jennifer, whose children are Caitriona, Teige,
and Sean; and his son Jonathan (Amy) and their children Cole and Elizabeth and
many nieces and nephews.
George will be
remembered for his adventurous spirit, his generosity, and his service to his
country. His legacy lives on through his children, grandchildren, and all who
were fortunate to know him.
George’s ashes will
be interred at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, Massachusetts.
The time and date will be announced when the final arrangements are in place.
In lieu of flowers,
the family asks that George be remembered by honoring a veteran.
PCN memorial site https://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2026/01/nwa-capt-george-friedrich-handel.html
~ IN MEMORY ~
Military veteran, NWA
Capt. George Friedrich Handel
November 30, 1940 ~
January 12, 2026
Thank you,
~ Carol for the PCN
George Handel last
known residence was Parrish, Florida and North Eastham, MA.
( Most recent
address: 2919 89th Ave E, Parrish, FL 34219. )
Dear Friends and
Colleagues,
I regret to inform
you that NWA Captain George Handel died in the early morning hours of Tuesday,
January 13, 2026. George was 85 years old and was hired by NWA on November 06,
1967. Prior to hire at NWA George served in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Aviator.
There is talk about a small service on ‘the Cape’ (Cape Cod?) in a week. George
spent most of his career based in Minneapolis.
More information to
follow.
Bill Day
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