USAF Dr. Fred Goldstein Gretan

 

…..sharing this news of passing…..

Dr. Fred Goldstein Gretan, age 92, passed away November 26, 2022 in Thousand Oaks, California.  Dr. Fred was an outstanding USAF & FAA Flight Surgeon and AME for pilots worldwide. 

These links will lead you to online obituary articles:

 https://www.toacorn.com/articles/frederick-goldstein-gretan/

 https://www.thecamarilloacorn.com/articles/life-tribute-72/

 

Life Tribute

FREDERICK GOLDSTEIN GRETAN

 

Dr. Frederick Paul Goldstein Gretan was born to Ruth and William Goldstein September 9, 1930 in Brooklyn, New York. He died November 26, 2022 in Thousand Oaks at age 92 after a battle with Alzheimer’s dementia. His wife, Geri, was by his side.

 

Fred attended University of Buffalo and Leiden University in the Netherlands for medical degrees. He also attained a law degree in Montana and later completed a Master’s degree in Preventive Medicine and Aviation Medicine. He was an early member of Osher Lifelong Learning (OLLI) at CSUCI. Fred served in the Army of Occupation in Germany in 1956 as a Regimental Surgeon before returning to the US to serve as Flight Surgeon in the Air Force Reserve known as the “Hollywood Guard” in Van Nuys, CA. Freddie was truly a Renaissance Man with keen mind and a wonderful sense of humor.

Dr. Fred leaves behind three sons: Lawrence, Dan and David with his first wife, Audrey, as well as two stepsons, Jeff and Greg Maurer, and 12 grandchildren. Fred married Geri Retan Maurer in 1980 and they enjoyed 42 wonderful years together…even though “They said it would never last.”

Geri had worked with Fred and his wife in the early days of Fred’s new practice in 1960 in Thousand Oaks. Later, after both Fred and Geri had been single for about 10 years, they reconnected with a date at the swap meet. That was so Freddie. And the rest is history.

He loved being a Family Practice doctor after settling in Thousand Oaks in 1960 and his patients loved him. As time moved on, he was designated by the FAA to perform physicals and special issuance procedures for airline and private pilots, many of whom remained good friends across the years.

He retired in 1995 due to health issues, and he and Geri traveled and enjoyed family and retirement in Thousand Oaks. He had a passion for the sea and always possessed some kind of sailing or paddling vessel. Kayaking rivers and the Sea of Cortez and here in our local harbors were happy places for him. Cruises in the Caribbean always included scuba or snorkeling.

We are grateful to Marybeth and Lio at the Blessed Home Care, Board and Care Home for their love and devotion to the Fred they loved. A Celebration of Life is planned for later 2023.

Please send memorial donations to:  Alzheimer’s Association act.alz.org/donate or Senior Concerns 401 Hodencamp Rd. Thousand Oaks CA 91360

 

 

 

NWA Capt. Warren Curtis Erickson

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

NWA Capt. Warren Curtis Erickson

March 29, 1931 ~ December 2, 2022

Notice of passing…..retired Northwest Airlines pilot Captain Warren Erickson, age 91.  Captain Erickson joined Northwest Airlines 04-25-1959.  Warren is survived by his wife Maxine along with many more dear family members and friends.  

Obituary information is available online at

https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/warren-erickson-obituary?id=38336325 

And share memories online at

 https://www.washburn-mcreavy.com/obituaries/Warren-Erickson-2/#!/TributeWall

Services will be held December 12th at Normandale Lutheran Church, 6100 Normandale Rd, Edina, MN.

 

 : WARREN ERICKSON OBITUARY

Warren Erickson, age 91, of Edina, MN, passed away on December 2, 2022. Warren was born March 29, 1931, and grew up in St Paul in a large and tight-knit family. From an early age he dreamed of flying airplanes and was able to realize this, retiring after 32 years as a 747 captain for Northwest Airlines. As a child, he would bike over to Wold Chamberlain field to watch planes take off and land. So dedicated to his passion, he lived with his parents during college to save enough money for flying lessons on the weekend. He joked it wasn't that bad as "tuition was only a couple hundred bucks" back then. In the Army he served as a Counterintelligence officer and worked all over Europe, visiting historic sites, enjoying the culture and motorcycling along the Mediterranean.

His first airline job was for TWA when he lived at a beach house on Long Island with other trainees. Eventually he landed his dream job at Northwest Airlines. When there was a layoff, Warren flew for two years for Air America, the clandestine CIA airline that supported the Hmong in Laos. Living in Tokyo and Thailand during this time gave him an appreciation for the arts and culture of the Orient.

After retiring from NWA, Warren expanded his interests in Chinese art, classic automobiles, antique airplanes, family history, and volunteering at the CES Food Bank. Always a lover of music, he joined the choir at Normandale Lutheran Church--he had not been in a choir since his days at Macalester College. Warren had many fond memories of family get-togethers, spending time at his grandparents' lake cottage and celebrating holidays together. He played poker with friends and swapped tales with old flying buddies. More important than his extensive travel and adventures all over the world were his family, especially his children Tracey Ohaus and Alan Erickson, and six grandchildren.

Warren leaves behind a loving wife of 21 years, Maxine Rossini, whom he met one fortunate night playing bridge. They continued their life together where he enjoyed traveling, reading on the shore of Lake Minnetonka, designing a new home where he created a Zen garden, and sharing many happy times with Maxine's caring children: Steve, Bob, and Michele. Just a few months ago they all enjoyed a cruise to Alaska together.

Funeral service will be held on Monday, December 12, at 10 AM at Normandale Lutheran Church, 6100 Normandale Rd, Edina, MN. Visitation one hour prior. Memorials may be made to Normandale Lutheran Church.

 

DL Ann Caverly, widow of DL Capt. Gene Caverly

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Former DL F/A Ann Caverly, widow of DL Capt. Gene Caverly

October 24, 1933 ~ NOVEMBER 26, 2022

 

We have just received word that Ann Caverly has passed.  Ann was the widow of DL Capt. Eugene Swayne “Gene” Caverly III.  Ann is survived by her children and grandchildren.

Obituary information for Ann is available online at   

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sandy-springs-ga/ann-caverly-11034815

Also at https://www.ajc.com/news/obituaries/caverly-ann/HI77QF43QVBNBPRASLNHUXTCCQ/

 

IN THE CARE OF; H.M. Patterson & Son-Arlington Chapel

Ann Henry Caverly; of Alpharetta went home to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday November 26; 2022. Ann was born in New Orleans; LA; where she grew up and later worked at the New Orleans Public Service Inc. (NOPSI). She then relocated to Atlanta where she became a flight attendant for Delta. She met and married the love of her life Eugene S. Caverly; III; a pilot for Delta. They were happily married for 57 years. She was a faithful member of Alpharetta First United Methodist Church. She enjoyed being a part of many organizations Daughters of the American Revolution; Colonial Dames; and PEO to name a few. She was preceded by her beloved husband Eugene S. Caverly; III.

 

She was adored by all her family and friends and survived by her son Eugene “Chip” Caverly of Alpharetta; daughters Caren L. Caverly of Alpharetta; Cathy Caverly Walker and her husband Mike Walker of Birmingham; AL; grandchildren; Whitney Walker Napier and her husband Jeremiah Napier; Wesley Walker and his wife Kate Walker; Hannah Walker Tanner and her husband Mason Tanner; Hayden Caverly Walker and his wife Cara Walker; Susanna Walker Cook and her husband Ryan Cook; Claire Marie Caverly; and Andrew John Caverly; great-grandchildren; Mia Lane Tanner; Mason Bolton Tanner Jr.; Hallelujah “Hallee” Joy Napier; William “Liam” Hayden Walker; Harper James Walker. A Celebration of Life will be conducted at three o’clock on Friday December 2nd at the Alpharetta First United Methodist Church 69 North Main Street; Alpharetta; GA 30009 with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alpharetta First United Methodist Church at (AFUMC.org).

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https://pcnflightwest.blogspot.com/2015/05/dl-capt-eugen-s-caverly-iii.html 

IN MEMORY ~

DL Capt. Eugene S. 'Gene' Caverly III

May 26, 1929 ~ May 1, 2015 

 

DGW member retired DL pilot Capt. Gene Caverly III.....Delta DOE 01-02-1956, retired in 1989, based ATL…..

 

NWA Capt. James Philip Pattie

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, NWA Capt. James Philip Pattie

NOVEMBER 7, 1935 – OCTOBER 5, 2022

 

Notice of passing….retired Northwest Airlines pilot Captain James Philip “Phil” Pattie, age 86.  Phil joined Northwest Airlines 01-23-1967.  He is survived by his wife Karen, and by his children and grandchildren

The obituary for James Philip Pattie and four family photos may be viewed online at

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/mesa-az/james-pattie-10960288 

Arrangements were entrusted to

Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park & Funeral Care, AZ.

 

 

 

Obituary : James Philip Pattie

James Philip “Phil” Pattie passed away October 5, 2022 in Mesa, AZ at the age of 86. Phil was born in Marshalltown, Iowa, on November 7, 1935, the son of James Warren Pattie and Helen Ruth Wilkinson Pattie.

 

He attended public schools in Marshalltown and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1958. Following college, he entered the U.S. Navy through the Naval Officer Candidate Program. While serving in the Navy, he completed the Navy Flight Training Program becoming a designated Naval Aviator. His 9 years of service included duty in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Far East. Following his military service, he worked for Northwest Airlines for 29 years, retiring as a Boeing 757 Captain.

 

Phil was predeceased by Charlene Annette Hyde/Pattie, the mother of their three children, James David Pattie of Lake Forest, IL, Robin Annette Kellogg of Plymouth, MN, and Christopher Read Pattie of Port Washington, NY. He was also predeceased by wife Sara Mae Moffitt/Pattie. He is survived by wife Karen Rae Harris/Pattie of Mesa and sister Mary K. Wells of Ames, IA.

 

Phil is most proud of the success and happiness of his three children and six grandchildren and the long-lasting friendships acquired over his lifetime. He is especially thankful for the loving care from Karen and their adorable pup, Bella.

 

Relatives and friends are invited to meet at The Red Mountain Ranch Country Club in Phil's memory at a time to be announced.

 

NWA Capt. Kenneth F. Hoverson & Janice

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

Navy veteran, NWA Capt. Kenneth F. Hoverson

February 8, 1934 ~ November 20, 2022

Mrs. Janice Hoverson

March 7, 1933 ~ May 13, 2020

 

Notice of passing…..retired Northwest Airlines pilot Captain Ken Hoverson, age 88.  Ken joined Northwest Airlines 04-08-1958.  Widowed in May of 2020 with the passing of his wife Janice, Ken is survived by their children and their children’s families.

Obituary information for the Hoversons is available online at

https://thepetersonchapel.com/kenneth-f-hoverson/ 

A Celebration of Life for both Janice and Ken will be held Dec. 10th at 1:00 PM at The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo MN.

 

Thank you,

~ Carol for the PCN 

 

https://rnpa.org/memoriam/obits/320-ken-hoverson   

Obituary : Kenneth F. Hoverson and Janice R. Hoverson

Janice R. Hoverson, age 87 of Rogers passed away at her home on May 13, 2020.

She was born on March 7, 1933 in Milwaukee, WI the daughter of Ed and Minerva (Hudson) Neis. She grew up in West Allis, WI, a few years after graduating from high school she joined Northwest Airlines as a flight attendant where she met Ken.

Janice Neis married Kenneth F. Hoverson on August 12, 1958 in Spokane, WA. God blessed their marriage with four children. She had many hobbies over the years but especially enjoyed her flower and vegetable gardens, tree farming and was an avid quilter.

Kenneth F. Hoverson, age 88 of Rogers passed away on November 24, 2022 at Parkview Care Center.

He was born in Fargo, ND on February 8, 1934 the son of Kenneth L. and Eva (Franta) Hoverson.

Ken graduated from Buffalo High School in 1951, attended St. Thomas College for 2 years then honorably served his Country in the United States Navy for four years where he earned his wings and flew all over the world. Upon leaving the Navy in 1958 he joined Northwest Airlines and flew for another 28 years. Upon his retirement he actively worked on the tree farm/nursery he was partnered in with his son Tom for many years.

Ken also enjoyed flying his own airplanes, hunting, fishing and attending auctions.

Janice and Ken are survived by their children Thomas (Jill) Hoverson of Rogers, Michael (Teresa) Hoverson of Belle Plaine, Tina (Wade) Barkstrom of Milwaukee, WI and Steve (Chris) Hoverson of Rogers; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Both Janice and Ken are preceded in death by their parents.

A Celebration of Life for both Janice and Kenneth Hoverson will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 1:00 PM at The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the Celebration of Life.

The Peterson Chapel, Buffalo assisted the family with arrangements.

 

Published by Peterson Chapel – Buffalo on Nov. 29, 2022.