Final Flights: 2010 to 2020 Archive
POSTED 6 November 2020
Master Sergeant DAVID RICHARD SCHAFFERT
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of MSgt Dave Schaffert.
Dave Shaffert was born in Belle Fouche, SD on October 31, 1936 and passed away on September 11, 2020.
After the United States entered World War II, the family moved to Vancouver, WA where both parents worked for the Kaiser Shipyards. When the War was over, the family relocated to Southern California.
Dave graduated from North Hollywood High School in 1955 and enlisted in the Air Force two weeks later. Basic Military Training was at Parks AFB, CA followed by jet engine mechanic school at Amarillo AFB, TX. His first duty assignment was with the 49th Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Hanscom Field, MA working on the F-86D. When his enlistment was up he separated from the Air Force in 1959. Dave returned to Southern California and took a job with National Cash Register Company in its Van Nuys office.
After a 15 year break in service he joined the Air National Guard at the Van Nuys Airport in 1975. He was assigned to the 146th Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron where he served for another 21 years. He was hired as a full-time Air Technician in the early 1980’s.
During his career he was engine run and taxi qualified and was eventually an instructor in both specialties. His Guard career included multiple rotations to Panama for Volant Oak and several deployments to Europe. In 1991 Dave deployed to Ramstein, GE in support of Operation Desert Shield and the next year he volunteered for hurricane relief duty when Hurricane Iniki hit the Hawaiian Islands. In the late in 1980’s he was honored to represent the Wing at Volant Rodeo. Volant Rodeo was a world-wide competition for airlift units held at Pope AFB, NC. His crew did very well, winning several awards. His most satisfying duties were in support of the Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS) missions to combat wild fires using the C-130 as an aerial tanker. For many years he supported MAFFS missions in Idaho, Oregon, Arizona, and multiple areas in California.
Upon reaching age 60, Dave was retired from the Air National Guard with 25 years of military service and the rank of Master Sergeant. His decorations include the Air Force Commendation Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Humanitarian Service Medal.
He earned his private pilot license in 1964 and flew a Mooney Ranger as well as Cessna 150, 172, and 182 aircraft. Dave and Linda were loyal members of the 146th Wing Association and attended almost every reunion in Laughlin, NV for over 20 years.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents and wife Linda. Dave and Linda have 2 sons, 1 daughter, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Master Sergeant DAVID RICHARD SCHAFFERT
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of MSgt Dave Schaffert.
Dave Shaffert was born in Belle Fouche, SD on October 31, 1936 and passed away on September 11, 2020.
After the United States entered World War II, the family moved to Vancouver, WA where both parents worked for the Kaiser Shipyards. When the War was over, the family relocated to Southern California.
Dave graduated from North Hollywood High School in 1955 and enlisted in the Air Force two weeks later. Basic Military Training was at Parks AFB, CA followed by jet engine mechanic school at Amarillo AFB, TX. His first duty assignment was with the 49th Fighter Interceptor Squadron at Hanscom Field, MA working on the F-86D. When his enlistment was up he separated from the Air Force in 1959. Dave returned to Southern California and took a job with National Cash Register Company in its Van Nuys office.
After a 15 year break in service he joined the Air National Guard at the Van Nuys Airport in 1975. He was assigned to the 146th Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron where he served for another 21 years. He was hired as a full-time Air Technician in the early 1980’s.
During his career he was engine run and taxi qualified and was eventually an instructor in both specialties. His Guard career included multiple rotations to Panama for Volant Oak and several deployments to Europe. In 1991 Dave deployed to Ramstein, GE in support of Operation Desert Shield and the next year he volunteered for hurricane relief duty when Hurricane Iniki hit the Hawaiian Islands. In the late in 1980’s he was honored to represent the Wing at Volant Rodeo. Volant Rodeo was a world-wide competition for airlift units held at Pope AFB, NC. His crew did very well, winning several awards. His most satisfying duties were in support of the Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System (MAFFS) missions to combat wild fires using the C-130 as an aerial tanker. For many years he supported MAFFS missions in Idaho, Oregon, Arizona, and multiple areas in California.
Upon reaching age 60, Dave was retired from the Air National Guard with 25 years of military service and the rank of Master Sergeant. His decorations include the Air Force Commendation Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Humanitarian Service Medal.
He earned his private pilot license in 1964 and flew a Mooney Ranger as well as Cessna 150, 172, and 182 aircraft. Dave and Linda were loyal members of the 146th Wing Association and attended almost every reunion in Laughlin, NV for over 20 years.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents and wife Linda. Dave and Linda have 2 sons, 1 daughter, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
POSTED 6 October 2020
UPDATE POSTED 9 December 2020
Carol Hurt
UPDATE:
Carol Hurt's sister Donna has provided the following info for a
Virtual Memorial Service
for Carol this coming Saturday.
When Saturday, December 12, 2020
Time 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Access https://remembering.zoom.us/j/95688628622
zoom.RememberingCarolWolfHurt.com
Phone 1-646-558-8656
Meeting ID 981 3835 5615
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The 146th Wing Association received word Friday that Carol Hurt was in the hospital near her home in Banning with COVID-19. She had been there since last Saturday. Her family reported she was on supplemental oxygen [not a ventilator] and was on medicines to stabilize her heart. Unfortunately we received the news late Saturday afternoon that Carol had passed away. As many of you know
Carol was a Staff Sergeant with the RMS and left the wing in 1982. However, Carol and Ozzie were two of the original supporters of the Alumni Association. Carol and Marty Bouckaert worked for many years coordinating the reservations and activities at our Laughlin Reunions.
The family will keep us advised when and where services will be held.
Condolences may be sent to:
Carol Hurt Family
1502 Boca West
Banning, CA 92220-5434
[email protected]
UPDATE POSTED 9 December 2020
Carol Hurt
UPDATE:
Carol Hurt's sister Donna has provided the following info for a
Virtual Memorial Service
for Carol this coming Saturday.
When Saturday, December 12, 2020
Time 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Access https://remembering.zoom.us/j/95688628622
zoom.RememberingCarolWolfHurt.com
Phone 1-646-558-8656
Meeting ID 981 3835 5615
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The 146th Wing Association received word Friday that Carol Hurt was in the hospital near her home in Banning with COVID-19. She had been there since last Saturday. Her family reported she was on supplemental oxygen [not a ventilator] and was on medicines to stabilize her heart. Unfortunately we received the news late Saturday afternoon that Carol had passed away. As many of you know
Carol was a Staff Sergeant with the RMS and left the wing in 1982. However, Carol and Ozzie were two of the original supporters of the Alumni Association. Carol and Marty Bouckaert worked for many years coordinating the reservations and activities at our Laughlin Reunions.
The family will keep us advised when and where services will be held.
Condolences may be sent to:
Carol Hurt Family
1502 Boca West
Banning, CA 92220-5434
[email protected]
The 146th Wing Association is saddened to inform the membership of the passing of
Lieutenant Colonel Robert "Bob" Trella
Lieutenant Colonel Robert "Bob" Trella
POSTED 13 August 2020
Obituary of
ROBERT LAWRENCE TRELLA
Robert Lawrence Trella was born on March 14, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan.
Bob passed away in Beaumont, California on January 25, 2020 at age 85. He was unable to overcome the complications of a recent surgery. Due to the ongoing threat of Covid-19 he was laid rest on July 14, 2020 at the Miramar National Cemetery with only the immediate family present.
Bob joined the Air Force in 1952. He married Beverly Moore in Brisbane, Australia on July 13, 1959 and they were married for 60 years. Bob separated from the Air Force in 1961 and joined the Air National Guard at the Van Nuys Airport the same year. He was soon hired as a full-time Air Technician and maintained that status until his retirement a Lieutenant Colonel and Chief of Supply in 1988. As an aircrew member LTC Trella was an Instructor Navigator in the C-97 and C-130 A/B/E aircraft.
After retiring from the ANG Bob resided in San Diego prior to relocating his family to Riverside in 2003. Bob is survived by his wife Beverly, and daughters Lisa Rushing and Diane Weintre [Jim Weintre]. Bob and Beverly also have six grandchildren: Lauren, Ryen, Sean, and Shannen Rushing; Luke and Lainey Weintre.
Obituary of
ROBERT LAWRENCE TRELLA
Robert Lawrence Trella was born on March 14, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan.
Bob passed away in Beaumont, California on January 25, 2020 at age 85. He was unable to overcome the complications of a recent surgery. Due to the ongoing threat of Covid-19 he was laid rest on July 14, 2020 at the Miramar National Cemetery with only the immediate family present.
Bob joined the Air Force in 1952. He married Beverly Moore in Brisbane, Australia on July 13, 1959 and they were married for 60 years. Bob separated from the Air Force in 1961 and joined the Air National Guard at the Van Nuys Airport the same year. He was soon hired as a full-time Air Technician and maintained that status until his retirement a Lieutenant Colonel and Chief of Supply in 1988. As an aircrew member LTC Trella was an Instructor Navigator in the C-97 and C-130 A/B/E aircraft.
After retiring from the ANG Bob resided in San Diego prior to relocating his family to Riverside in 2003. Bob is survived by his wife Beverly, and daughters Lisa Rushing and Diane Weintre [Jim Weintre]. Bob and Beverly also have six grandchildren: Lauren, Ryen, Sean, and Shannen Rushing; Luke and Lainey Weintre.
POSTED 4 July 2020
Norman Winfield "Norm" Woodward
1934 - 2020
The 146th Wing Association is saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Master Sergeant Norman Woodward
Obituary of Norman Winfield Woodward
Norman Winfield Woodward, known to his friends as “Norm”, passed away on June 05, 2020 at the age of 86 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
He was born in Pasadena, California on April 29, 1934 to Herbert and Dorothy Woodward. Norman served his country in the United States Army, and the United States Air Force. He served for 22 years and retired as Master Sergeant.
After retiring from the military, Norm went on to become Fire Captain for the State of California Pasadena Fire Department. He retired from that position after 18 years.
He was a master craftsman, and very meticulous in everything he did. Norm had a kind heart and would do anything for anyone.
He touched many lives and leaves behind many friends who will miss him dearly. Norman is survived by his loving wife; Wilma Woodward, son; Daniel (Joan) Woodward, and step-sons; Ron (Deanna) White, Philip (Terry) White, Michael (Sherri) Collins, and Kris White.
A Memorial Service was held at Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home on Monday, June 15, 2020 at 11:00 am. Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz Fraze Funeral Home.
Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the family at:
www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com
To send a free card go to www.sendoutcards.com/lietzfraze.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Norman Woodward, please visit Tribute Store
Memorial Service
11:00 am
Monday, June 15, 2020
Lietz-Fraze Chapel
21 Riviera Blvd
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, United States
Norman Winfield "Norm" Woodward
1934 - 2020
The 146th Wing Association is saddened to inform the membership of the passing of Master Sergeant Norman Woodward
Obituary of Norman Winfield Woodward
Norman Winfield Woodward, known to his friends as “Norm”, passed away on June 05, 2020 at the age of 86 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.
He was born in Pasadena, California on April 29, 1934 to Herbert and Dorothy Woodward. Norman served his country in the United States Army, and the United States Air Force. He served for 22 years and retired as Master Sergeant.
After retiring from the military, Norm went on to become Fire Captain for the State of California Pasadena Fire Department. He retired from that position after 18 years.
He was a master craftsman, and very meticulous in everything he did. Norm had a kind heart and would do anything for anyone.
He touched many lives and leaves behind many friends who will miss him dearly. Norman is survived by his loving wife; Wilma Woodward, son; Daniel (Joan) Woodward, and step-sons; Ron (Deanna) White, Philip (Terry) White, Michael (Sherri) Collins, and Kris White.
A Memorial Service was held at Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home on Monday, June 15, 2020 at 11:00 am. Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz Fraze Funeral Home.
Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the family at:
www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com
To send a free card go to www.sendoutcards.com/lietzfraze.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Norman Woodward, please visit Tribute Store
Memorial Service
11:00 am
Monday, June 15, 2020
Lietz-Fraze Chapel
21 Riviera Blvd
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, United States
POSTED 5 April 2020
CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT KENNETH LINDER
1931 - 2020
Ken Linder was born on January 19, 1931 and raised in Van Nuys, CA. He attended Van Nuys High School and Los Angeles Trade Tech College. Ken joined the 146th Airlift Wing at Van Nuys Air National Guard Base, California. He served in the Wing Administration section in several areas and attained the rank of Chief Master Sergeant prior to his retirement in 1991 following 40 years of service. Shortly before finishing his time in the Military, he relocated to Morro Bay, CA in 1988, where he resided for the remainder of his life. He passed away on January 12, 2020 one week prior to his 89th birthday.
His wife of 63 years, Barbara, and daughter, Virginia, preceded him in death. Ken is survived by three daughters (Patty, Marilyn and DeDe), five grandchildren, and numerous other relatives.
Ken will always be remembered for his kind and generous nature, as well as his unwavering love for his friends and family.
Comments from his very good friend Bob Jackson. “My favorite story about Kenny was about golfing. Kenny, Ivan Kahn, Vic Zanetto and myself used to take an hour off in summer afternoons and go play golf at Balboa/Encino golf course. Some of the best days of my young life at Van Nuys ANGB.”
CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT KENNETH LINDER
1931 - 2020
Ken Linder was born on January 19, 1931 and raised in Van Nuys, CA. He attended Van Nuys High School and Los Angeles Trade Tech College. Ken joined the 146th Airlift Wing at Van Nuys Air National Guard Base, California. He served in the Wing Administration section in several areas and attained the rank of Chief Master Sergeant prior to his retirement in 1991 following 40 years of service. Shortly before finishing his time in the Military, he relocated to Morro Bay, CA in 1988, where he resided for the remainder of his life. He passed away on January 12, 2020 one week prior to his 89th birthday.
His wife of 63 years, Barbara, and daughter, Virginia, preceded him in death. Ken is survived by three daughters (Patty, Marilyn and DeDe), five grandchildren, and numerous other relatives.
Ken will always be remembered for his kind and generous nature, as well as his unwavering love for his friends and family.
Comments from his very good friend Bob Jackson. “My favorite story about Kenny was about golfing. Kenny, Ivan Kahn, Vic Zanetto and myself used to take an hour off in summer afternoons and go play golf at Balboa/Encino golf course. Some of the best days of my young life at Van Nuys ANGB.”
POSTED 9 March 2020
The 146th Wing Association is saddened to inform the membership of the passing of CMSgt Ronald E. Price:
Chief Master Sergeant Ronald E. Price
September 3, 1933 – February 27, 2020
Chief Master Sergeant Ronald E. Price departed peacefully on his final fight on 27 Feb 2020. He battled Parkinson’s disease for over 10 years.
Ron was born in New York City, New York in 1933; He started his military career in the United States Air Force in 1952. Upon completion of his active duty tour in 1955, he joined the California Air National Guard. He served from 1955 until his retirement in 1993. He achieved the rank of Chief Master Sergeant in 1965 at the age of 32. He proudly served his country for over 41 years.
Ron also served as a reserve Deputy Sheriff with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. He retired from the Sheriff’s department after 17 years with the rank of Captain.
Ron was preceded in death by his wife Dee Joyce in 2008. He is survived by his brother, Claude and wife, Barbra of Brooklyn, NY, sons, Timothy Price and wife Cindy of Amarillo Texas, Retired CMSgt Steven Price and his wife Peggy of Whitney Texas, and Ronald Price of Gonzales, Texas, as well as 5 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
A private memorial will be held by his family with Ron’s final resting place at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association in memory of:
CMSgt Ronald E. Price.
Family notification info:
The Price Family
PO Box 2352
Whitney, TX 76692
Donation link: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/memorial-tribute-1907d3l/
The 146th Wing Association is saddened to inform the membership of the passing of CMSgt Ronald E. Price:
Chief Master Sergeant Ronald E. Price
September 3, 1933 – February 27, 2020
Chief Master Sergeant Ronald E. Price departed peacefully on his final fight on 27 Feb 2020. He battled Parkinson’s disease for over 10 years.
Ron was born in New York City, New York in 1933; He started his military career in the United States Air Force in 1952. Upon completion of his active duty tour in 1955, he joined the California Air National Guard. He served from 1955 until his retirement in 1993. He achieved the rank of Chief Master Sergeant in 1965 at the age of 32. He proudly served his country for over 41 years.
Ron also served as a reserve Deputy Sheriff with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. He retired from the Sheriff’s department after 17 years with the rank of Captain.
Ron was preceded in death by his wife Dee Joyce in 2008. He is survived by his brother, Claude and wife, Barbra of Brooklyn, NY, sons, Timothy Price and wife Cindy of Amarillo Texas, Retired CMSgt Steven Price and his wife Peggy of Whitney Texas, and Ronald Price of Gonzales, Texas, as well as 5 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
A private memorial will be held by his family with Ron’s final resting place at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to the American Parkinson Disease Association in memory of:
CMSgt Ronald E. Price.
Family notification info:
The Price Family
PO Box 2352
Whitney, TX 76692
Donation link: https://www.apdaparkinson.org/memorial-tribute-1907d3l/
POSTED 20 February 2020
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of
Colonel Gail M. Edwards
Members interested in reaching out to the family are welcome to contact his daughter at:
[email protected]
424-241-6404
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of
Colonel Gail M. Edwards
Members interested in reaching out to the family are welcome to contact his daughter at:
[email protected]
424-241-6404
Col. Gail Maurice Edwards (USAF, Ret./TWA, Ret.), 84, peacefully slipped the surly bonds of Earth on January 21, 2020, surrounded by his family. He lived with pulmonary fibrosis for nearly two decades.
Col. Edwards was born in Merom, Indiana in 1935, graduated from Montezuma High School in 1953, and received the MHS Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1981. Growing up, Gail and his younger brother, Vic, handled paper routes, mowed lawns, and helped their grandfather/father build houses. The pair also played basketball for Montezuma – including nail-biting games against championship-winning Milan High School, the team that inspired the 1986 movie, Hoosiers.
In 1957, Col. Edwards received a BS in Zoology from Indiana University – the first in his family to graduate from college – and was commissioned in the United States Air Force, through ROTC. He often said that his proudest days were those “wearing the Air Force Blue.” Thanks to his travels, Col. Edwards met his bride-to-be, Kathleen Riley of Chickasha, Oklahoma, at Brize Norton Royal Air Force Base, England, where she taught English, Speech, and Drama. The couple met again in Japan and married months later in 1962 on Balboa Island, California.
Col. and Mrs. Edwards raised two children, Kimberly Ellen Edwards, 52, and Jonathan Kyle Edwards, 48, both currently of Redondo Beach. After Col. Edwards joined Trans World Airlines (TWA) in 1966, the family traveled the globe. Whether in the Carolinas or Cairo, the Edwards appreciated being able to experience new cultures and learn from new friends. Col. Edwards flew with TWA for nearly 36 years and also served as Aircraft Commander, Instructor Pilot, and Flight Examiner with the 146th Airlift Wing, California Air National Guard, Van Nuys – an aerial fire-fighting unit credited with saving many lives, structures, forests, and brush land in California, and in many other States and countries. In all, he flew the KC97, KC135, C130, C97, B707, B727, B757, B767, CE500, L382, MD 80, and DC9. After retiring, he served TWA/American Airlines as Flight Engineer on the B747.
In retirement, Col. Edwards was a member of Daedalians, the Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA), Peninsula Breakfast Club, PEP Pioneers (pulmonary rehabilitation), as well as a lifetime supporter of Friends of the Torrance Library, and a faithful friend to The Neighborhood Church in Malaga Cove, California. Many will remember him for his hearty laugh, his neighborliness, his penchant for collecting new words, his ability to finish the New York Times Crossword puzzle – in ink – and his love of the United States of America.
Col. Edwards is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kathleen; daughter, Kim; son, Kyle; daughter-in-law, Jennifer (nee Dean); granddaughter, Grace; brother, Victor; sister-in-law, Judy (nee Thompson); nephew, Scott, and his wife, Samantha; sister-in-law, Jamie Howard; niece, Jamie Upshaw; grand nieces, Riley and Makayla; and grand nephews, Judson and Braxton.
Col. Edwards was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Dorris (nee Thornton); stepmother, Louise; mother-in-law, Nell J. Riley; brothers-in-law, Robert Hoffman Howard and Robert West Riley; and nephew, Christopher J. Edwards.
The family honored the Colonel’s last wishes for no funeral and donated his remains to The UCLA Donated Body Program, for scientific research. In lieu of flowers, they suggest contributions to:
The Daedalian Foundation (to support future aviators)
P.O. Box 249, JBSA-Randolph, TX 78148
https://www.daedalians.org/donate/
PEP Pioneers (pulmonary rehabilitation)
20929 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
http://www.peppioneers.com/
The UCLA Interstitial Lung Disease Center (research)
https://www.uclahealth.org/ild/giving
Col. Edwards was born in Merom, Indiana in 1935, graduated from Montezuma High School in 1953, and received the MHS Outstanding Alumnus Award in 1981. Growing up, Gail and his younger brother, Vic, handled paper routes, mowed lawns, and helped their grandfather/father build houses. The pair also played basketball for Montezuma – including nail-biting games against championship-winning Milan High School, the team that inspired the 1986 movie, Hoosiers.
In 1957, Col. Edwards received a BS in Zoology from Indiana University – the first in his family to graduate from college – and was commissioned in the United States Air Force, through ROTC. He often said that his proudest days were those “wearing the Air Force Blue.” Thanks to his travels, Col. Edwards met his bride-to-be, Kathleen Riley of Chickasha, Oklahoma, at Brize Norton Royal Air Force Base, England, where she taught English, Speech, and Drama. The couple met again in Japan and married months later in 1962 on Balboa Island, California.
Col. and Mrs. Edwards raised two children, Kimberly Ellen Edwards, 52, and Jonathan Kyle Edwards, 48, both currently of Redondo Beach. After Col. Edwards joined Trans World Airlines (TWA) in 1966, the family traveled the globe. Whether in the Carolinas or Cairo, the Edwards appreciated being able to experience new cultures and learn from new friends. Col. Edwards flew with TWA for nearly 36 years and also served as Aircraft Commander, Instructor Pilot, and Flight Examiner with the 146th Airlift Wing, California Air National Guard, Van Nuys – an aerial fire-fighting unit credited with saving many lives, structures, forests, and brush land in California, and in many other States and countries. In all, he flew the KC97, KC135, C130, C97, B707, B727, B757, B767, CE500, L382, MD 80, and DC9. After retiring, he served TWA/American Airlines as Flight Engineer on the B747.
In retirement, Col. Edwards was a member of Daedalians, the Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA), Peninsula Breakfast Club, PEP Pioneers (pulmonary rehabilitation), as well as a lifetime supporter of Friends of the Torrance Library, and a faithful friend to The Neighborhood Church in Malaga Cove, California. Many will remember him for his hearty laugh, his neighborliness, his penchant for collecting new words, his ability to finish the New York Times Crossword puzzle – in ink – and his love of the United States of America.
Col. Edwards is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kathleen; daughter, Kim; son, Kyle; daughter-in-law, Jennifer (nee Dean); granddaughter, Grace; brother, Victor; sister-in-law, Judy (nee Thompson); nephew, Scott, and his wife, Samantha; sister-in-law, Jamie Howard; niece, Jamie Upshaw; grand nieces, Riley and Makayla; and grand nephews, Judson and Braxton.
Col. Edwards was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Dorris (nee Thornton); stepmother, Louise; mother-in-law, Nell J. Riley; brothers-in-law, Robert Hoffman Howard and Robert West Riley; and nephew, Christopher J. Edwards.
The family honored the Colonel’s last wishes for no funeral and donated his remains to The UCLA Donated Body Program, for scientific research. In lieu of flowers, they suggest contributions to:
The Daedalian Foundation (to support future aviators)
P.O. Box 249, JBSA-Randolph, TX 78148
https://www.daedalians.org/donate/
PEP Pioneers (pulmonary rehabilitation)
20929 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503
http://www.peppioneers.com/
The UCLA Interstitial Lung Disease Center (research)
https://www.uclahealth.org/ild/giving
POSTED 16 January 2020
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of Master Sergeant Lloyd Hoffman
LLOYD HOFFMAN
Lloyd Hoffman, MSgt (retired). Lloyd worked as a technician in the Supply Warehouse. He retired some years ago. He died Jan 4th 2020.
The service for Lloyd will be at the LA National Cemetery, 950 South Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca 90049, Jan 24th at 1045 AM for those that knew him and would like to attend.
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of Master Sergeant Lloyd Hoffman
LLOYD HOFFMAN
Lloyd Hoffman, MSgt (retired). Lloyd worked as a technician in the Supply Warehouse. He retired some years ago. He died Jan 4th 2020.
The service for Lloyd will be at the LA National Cemetery, 950 South Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, Ca 90049, Jan 24th at 1045 AM for those that knew him and would like to attend.
POSTED 20 November 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of
Sally Ann Cohrt March 24, 1937 to October 28, 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of
Sally Ann Cohrt March 24, 1937 to October 28, 2019
POSTED 20 November 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of Master Sergeant William (Bill) Trono
WILLIAM JOSEPH TRONO
October 20, 1936 – November 23, 2018
Bill Trono enlisted in the Vermont Air Guard after graduating high school in 1956. He served in a number of positions prior to moving his family to California in 1969. He had to wait almost two years for an opening in the 146th Tactical Airlift Wing at the Van Nuys Airport. He was initially trained as a Loadmaster and flew the C-130 for several years. After being hired as Air Technician he served in several positions in Operations before being named as First Sergeant of the 115th Airlift Squadron. A position he held until retiring in 1996.
Bill and wife Norma moved to Hayden, Idaho about 2000. Unfortunately Bill suffered a major brain aneurysm in 2009 and was partially paralyzed which confined him to a wheel chair for the rest of his life. Bill and Norma were married 59 years and have 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Bill was cremated and no funeral services were held.
The Wing Association is saddened to report the passing of Master Sergeant William (Bill) Trono
WILLIAM JOSEPH TRONO
October 20, 1936 – November 23, 2018
Bill Trono enlisted in the Vermont Air Guard after graduating high school in 1956. He served in a number of positions prior to moving his family to California in 1969. He had to wait almost two years for an opening in the 146th Tactical Airlift Wing at the Van Nuys Airport. He was initially trained as a Loadmaster and flew the C-130 for several years. After being hired as Air Technician he served in several positions in Operations before being named as First Sergeant of the 115th Airlift Squadron. A position he held until retiring in 1996.
Bill and wife Norma moved to Hayden, Idaho about 2000. Unfortunately Bill suffered a major brain aneurysm in 2009 and was partially paralyzed which confined him to a wheel chair for the rest of his life. Bill and Norma were married 59 years and have 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Bill was cremated and no funeral services were held.
POSTED 20 November 2019 - Master Sergeant Greg Welch
POSTED 20 November 2019
The Wing Association has been notified that long time member Greg Welch passed away on 2 October 2019. Greg lost a long battle with complications from diabetes.
MSGT Welch was an Air Technician and NCOIC of the Security Police Flight when he retired in 1996. After retiring from the ANG Greg moved to Las Vegas. He worked as an investigator for the Nevada State Contractor Board for 21 years until he was medically retired in 2018.
At his request, no services are planned and internment will be in the Veterans Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada. Greg would have been 63 years old on 5 October 2019.
The Wing Association has been notified that long time member Greg Welch passed away on 2 October 2019. Greg lost a long battle with complications from diabetes.
MSGT Welch was an Air Technician and NCOIC of the Security Police Flight when he retired in 1996. After retiring from the ANG Greg moved to Las Vegas. He worked as an investigator for the Nevada State Contractor Board for 21 years until he was medically retired in 2018.
At his request, no services are planned and internment will be in the Veterans Cemetery in Boulder City, Nevada. Greg would have been 63 years old on 5 October 2019.
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POSTED 27 September 2019
Lt Col Mattie Adams: April 17, 1939 - August 26, 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of Lieutenant Colonel Mattie Adams, formerly of the 146th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron. Lt Col Adams is remembered as a consummate professional, always ready to serve and offer kind, guiding assistance to those in need.
(The following are reprinted from her 'Celebration of Life' held September 6, 2019)
In Her Own Words:
"I haven't felt 100%, but I am adjusting to my recently diagnosed Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). My voice is changing and weak. My mobility is limited but with a walker, wheelchair and chair stair glide, I am able to get around. God is good! I have truly been blessed with a wonderful, caring, loving husband, Homer. My daughter, Tahnda, is so loving, caring and dedicated. She gets things done. I have been blessed with a beautiful granddaughter and handsome grandsons (Skylarr, Spencer, Allen and Chris). I took loving care of my mom, Elizabeth Hines, for more than 8 years here in Las Vegas, Nevada."
An Officer and a Gentle Woman, Mattie Elizabeth Hines Adams Wafer
Mattie Elizabeth Hines was born to Elder LeRoy Hines, Sr. and First Lady Elizabeth Whitaker Hines on April 17, 1939 in Richmond, VA at St Philips Hospital. She was the middle child, the second daughter, the fourth of seven beloved children. Her father, mother, brothers (Walter and LeRoy Jr) and her sister Jackie B. Fox preceded her in death.
Mattie graduated with the Class of 1957 from Armstrong High School in Richmond, VA (where she and Max Robinson, the first African-American news anchor in the US, were classmates). She received her Registered Nursing degree from the renowned Helene Fuld School of Nursing-Providence Hospital in Baltimore, MD in 1968; recently celebrating a 50-year nursing career. Mattie received her BA in Health Education in 1977 and her MA in Human Resource Management in 1980; both from the University of Redlands in Redlands, CA. She also earned several professional certifications including: coronary care, squadron school officer trainer, flight nursing, as well as, Leadership and Management. She was also a member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc, Mu Chapter, the international service organization for registered professional nurses.
Mattie and Joseph Adams Jr., welcomed their beautiful daughter Tahnda Elizabeth Adams on July 18, 1965 in Philadelphia, PA. From that day on theirs was a special mommy and daughter relation, it was ride or die, better than friends with unconditional love and support.
On June 9, 1979, Mattie married Homer Wafer Jr. Surrounded by family and friends, they were married in her sister Jackie's Inglewood, CA home with Homer's uncle, Rev. Clinton Evans serving as the officiate and Tahnda serving as their Maid of Honor. Thereafter, the Wafer's house was always a space filled with love and pancakes.
Mattie was always a caregiver - from the very beginning of her career in 1969 as a staff nurse at Church Home and Hospital in Baltimore, MD. She continued to support others as Head Nurse at Mercy Douglas Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and was then Head Nurse/Relief Supervisor at Morningside Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. Mattie transitioned from hands-on care to medical oversight with a 25+ year career with the California Department Health Services as a Nurse Evaluator and Healthcare Services Consultant.
In 1974, Mattie joined the United States Air National Guard Reserve service as a 1st Lieutenant. She quickly climbed the ranks completing 22+ years of honorable service to our country as Lieutenant Colonel Mattie H. Adams Wafer, USAF. She served active duty during Desert Storm, providing medical flight evacuation services for soldiers wounded on the battlefield. However, her primary role in the military was as an educator, training medical professionals for their role as a flight nurse practitioners in times of was and peace.
Mattie, a preacher's kid, grew up in the Fire Baptized Holiness Church of God of the Americas, where her father was a pastor. As an adult, Mattie accepted Christ as her personal savior. In the 1980s, she joined Evangelistic Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Elder Charles Lollis and First Lady Theresa Lollis. She proudly served on the Usher Board and was a faithful member until she and Homer retired to Las Vegas, NV in April 2001. She found a new church home at The Wealthy Place Ministries under the leadership of Overseer Bill McDonnell and Supervisor Alma Fay McDonnell, where she faithfully served on the Mother's Board until her passing.
Mattie leaves to cherish and celebrate her life, her husband of 42+ years, Homer Wafer, Jr, two daughters, Tahnda Adams Bailey (Woodrow) and Candace Moret (Allen) of Los Angeles, CA, three brothers: Elder Albert Hines (Armentha) of Bakersfield, CA; Lawrence Earl Hines (Sandra) of Baltimore, MD; Charles Edward Hines of Philadelphia, PA. One brother-in-law, Martin A. Fox (Jackie - deceased) of Inglewood, CA, sister-in-law, Mary D. Hines (Leroy Jr - deceased) of Richmond, VA, four grandchildren: Skylarr Elizabeth Bailey, Esq., Spencer Edward Bailey, Allen George Moret, Christopher Randy Moret, dear friend and co-parent Joseph Adams Jr., a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, military, social and healthcare professional friends and The Wealthy Place Ministries church family with Overseer Bill McDonnell and Supervisor Alma Fay McDonnell.
Lt Col Mattie Adams: April 17, 1939 - August 26, 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of Lieutenant Colonel Mattie Adams, formerly of the 146th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron. Lt Col Adams is remembered as a consummate professional, always ready to serve and offer kind, guiding assistance to those in need.
(The following are reprinted from her 'Celebration of Life' held September 6, 2019)
In Her Own Words:
"I haven't felt 100%, but I am adjusting to my recently diagnosed Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). My voice is changing and weak. My mobility is limited but with a walker, wheelchair and chair stair glide, I am able to get around. God is good! I have truly been blessed with a wonderful, caring, loving husband, Homer. My daughter, Tahnda, is so loving, caring and dedicated. She gets things done. I have been blessed with a beautiful granddaughter and handsome grandsons (Skylarr, Spencer, Allen and Chris). I took loving care of my mom, Elizabeth Hines, for more than 8 years here in Las Vegas, Nevada."
An Officer and a Gentle Woman, Mattie Elizabeth Hines Adams Wafer
Mattie Elizabeth Hines was born to Elder LeRoy Hines, Sr. and First Lady Elizabeth Whitaker Hines on April 17, 1939 in Richmond, VA at St Philips Hospital. She was the middle child, the second daughter, the fourth of seven beloved children. Her father, mother, brothers (Walter and LeRoy Jr) and her sister Jackie B. Fox preceded her in death.
Mattie graduated with the Class of 1957 from Armstrong High School in Richmond, VA (where she and Max Robinson, the first African-American news anchor in the US, were classmates). She received her Registered Nursing degree from the renowned Helene Fuld School of Nursing-Providence Hospital in Baltimore, MD in 1968; recently celebrating a 50-year nursing career. Mattie received her BA in Health Education in 1977 and her MA in Human Resource Management in 1980; both from the University of Redlands in Redlands, CA. She also earned several professional certifications including: coronary care, squadron school officer trainer, flight nursing, as well as, Leadership and Management. She was also a member of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc, Mu Chapter, the international service organization for registered professional nurses.
Mattie and Joseph Adams Jr., welcomed their beautiful daughter Tahnda Elizabeth Adams on July 18, 1965 in Philadelphia, PA. From that day on theirs was a special mommy and daughter relation, it was ride or die, better than friends with unconditional love and support.
On June 9, 1979, Mattie married Homer Wafer Jr. Surrounded by family and friends, they were married in her sister Jackie's Inglewood, CA home with Homer's uncle, Rev. Clinton Evans serving as the officiate and Tahnda serving as their Maid of Honor. Thereafter, the Wafer's house was always a space filled with love and pancakes.
Mattie was always a caregiver - from the very beginning of her career in 1969 as a staff nurse at Church Home and Hospital in Baltimore, MD. She continued to support others as Head Nurse at Mercy Douglas Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and was then Head Nurse/Relief Supervisor at Morningside Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. Mattie transitioned from hands-on care to medical oversight with a 25+ year career with the California Department Health Services as a Nurse Evaluator and Healthcare Services Consultant.
In 1974, Mattie joined the United States Air National Guard Reserve service as a 1st Lieutenant. She quickly climbed the ranks completing 22+ years of honorable service to our country as Lieutenant Colonel Mattie H. Adams Wafer, USAF. She served active duty during Desert Storm, providing medical flight evacuation services for soldiers wounded on the battlefield. However, her primary role in the military was as an educator, training medical professionals for their role as a flight nurse practitioners in times of was and peace.
Mattie, a preacher's kid, grew up in the Fire Baptized Holiness Church of God of the Americas, where her father was a pastor. As an adult, Mattie accepted Christ as her personal savior. In the 1980s, she joined Evangelistic Church of God in Christ under the leadership of Elder Charles Lollis and First Lady Theresa Lollis. She proudly served on the Usher Board and was a faithful member until she and Homer retired to Las Vegas, NV in April 2001. She found a new church home at The Wealthy Place Ministries under the leadership of Overseer Bill McDonnell and Supervisor Alma Fay McDonnell, where she faithfully served on the Mother's Board until her passing.
Mattie leaves to cherish and celebrate her life, her husband of 42+ years, Homer Wafer, Jr, two daughters, Tahnda Adams Bailey (Woodrow) and Candace Moret (Allen) of Los Angeles, CA, three brothers: Elder Albert Hines (Armentha) of Bakersfield, CA; Lawrence Earl Hines (Sandra) of Baltimore, MD; Charles Edward Hines of Philadelphia, PA. One brother-in-law, Martin A. Fox (Jackie - deceased) of Inglewood, CA, sister-in-law, Mary D. Hines (Leroy Jr - deceased) of Richmond, VA, four grandchildren: Skylarr Elizabeth Bailey, Esq., Spencer Edward Bailey, Allen George Moret, Christopher Randy Moret, dear friend and co-parent Joseph Adams Jr., a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, military, social and healthcare professional friends and The Wealthy Place Ministries church family with Overseer Bill McDonnell and Supervisor Alma Fay McDonnell.
UPDATE: Colonel Triplett is scheduled to be interned at the Arlington National Cemetery on January 6, 2020.
POSTED 27 August 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of Colonel Luvina (Joni) Triplett, USAF, formerly of the 146th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron
Obituary for Col. Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF)
Colonel Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF) (ret) went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Meadow Lane Assisted Living of Bad Axe.
She was born on October 9, 1946 in Bad Axe to the late Edward and Hazel (Bouverette) Wiederhold. Joni graduated from Elkton Pigeon Bay Port High School in 1963.
She graduated in 1967 from St. Mary’s School of Nursing of Saginaw.
Military academic achievements include graduation from both the Air Command Staff College in seminar in 1983 and of the Air War College in seminar in 1986. She received notification of her promotion to Colonel on January 7, 1993. She worked for four years as a nurse at Atascadero State Hospital. She served at the tactical headquarters at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia during Desert Shield/Storm.
During her reserve career she served with the 414th MSES Hospital at March AFB, the 68 AES at Norton AFB, the 67th AEF at Rickenbacher AFB, and the 146 AES at Van Nuys Air National Guard Base. She received her Chief Flight Nurse Wings while serving as a flight nurse.
After retirement from the Air Force, Joni continued her studies of Spanish. She used those skills as an interpreter for the government. She spent a year in China, teaching English at Nanjing University of Science and Technology.
Joni loved children and went on numerous medical missions to Honduras, Guatemala, and Zimbabwe to treat injured children and to tell them of the love of Jesus. Above all Joni loved Jesus and never forgot Him!
Joni is survived by her siblings: Marjorie (Gary) Frei of Rhodes, Kenneth (Maria) Wiederhold of Florida, Larry Wiederhold of Elkton, Linda (Ken) Wymer of Pinconning, Robert (Roslyn) Wiederhold of Davison, Colleen (James) Holmes of Mayville, Sandra (William) Erwin of Florida, Marsha (Thomas) Halka of Davisburg, Gail Prill of Mayville, Fay (Kenneth) Ignash of Elkton, Mark Widerhold of Elkton, and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Hazel and Edward Wiederhold, step-mother Allalee Wiederhold, her sister Betty Cox, brothers: Barry and Clark Wiederhold, sister-in-law Ruth Wiederhold, brother-in-law Paul Prill, two nieces, two nephews and one great niece.
Funeral Services for Joni will be Monday, August 26, 2019 at 11 am at Elkton Missionary Church. Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Visitation for Joni will be at the church, on Monday, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home of Bad Axe.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to Residential Hospice and Meadow Lane Memory Care for the wonderful care she received.
Memories can be shared at www.Kaufmanfuneralhome.com
To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Col. Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF) please visit our Sympathy Store.
POSTED 27 August 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce the passing of Colonel Luvina (Joni) Triplett, USAF, formerly of the 146th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron
Obituary for Col. Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF)
Colonel Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF) (ret) went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at Meadow Lane Assisted Living of Bad Axe.
She was born on October 9, 1946 in Bad Axe to the late Edward and Hazel (Bouverette) Wiederhold. Joni graduated from Elkton Pigeon Bay Port High School in 1963.
She graduated in 1967 from St. Mary’s School of Nursing of Saginaw.
Military academic achievements include graduation from both the Air Command Staff College in seminar in 1983 and of the Air War College in seminar in 1986. She received notification of her promotion to Colonel on January 7, 1993. She worked for four years as a nurse at Atascadero State Hospital. She served at the tactical headquarters at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia during Desert Shield/Storm.
During her reserve career she served with the 414th MSES Hospital at March AFB, the 68 AES at Norton AFB, the 67th AEF at Rickenbacher AFB, and the 146 AES at Van Nuys Air National Guard Base. She received her Chief Flight Nurse Wings while serving as a flight nurse.
After retirement from the Air Force, Joni continued her studies of Spanish. She used those skills as an interpreter for the government. She spent a year in China, teaching English at Nanjing University of Science and Technology.
Joni loved children and went on numerous medical missions to Honduras, Guatemala, and Zimbabwe to treat injured children and to tell them of the love of Jesus. Above all Joni loved Jesus and never forgot Him!
Joni is survived by her siblings: Marjorie (Gary) Frei of Rhodes, Kenneth (Maria) Wiederhold of Florida, Larry Wiederhold of Elkton, Linda (Ken) Wymer of Pinconning, Robert (Roslyn) Wiederhold of Davison, Colleen (James) Holmes of Mayville, Sandra (William) Erwin of Florida, Marsha (Thomas) Halka of Davisburg, Gail Prill of Mayville, Fay (Kenneth) Ignash of Elkton, Mark Widerhold of Elkton, and many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Hazel and Edward Wiederhold, step-mother Allalee Wiederhold, her sister Betty Cox, brothers: Barry and Clark Wiederhold, sister-in-law Ruth Wiederhold, brother-in-law Paul Prill, two nieces, two nephews and one great niece.
Funeral Services for Joni will be Monday, August 26, 2019 at 11 am at Elkton Missionary Church. Burial will take place at Arlington National Cemetery. Visitation for Joni will be at the church, on Monday, beginning at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Kaufman Funeral Home of Bad Axe.
The family wishes to express a special thank you to Residential Hospice and Meadow Lane Memory Care for the wonderful care she received.
Memories can be shared at www.Kaufmanfuneralhome.com
To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Col. Luvina (Joni) Triplett (USAF) please visit our Sympathy Store.
POSTED 27 August 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce
the passing of CMSGT Bruce Stewart
This news was received from Mel Rohr after viewing the attached Facebook posting by his daughter Tracy Stewart. He was a Flight Engineer described as "friendly and Professional" by those who knew him. CMSGT Bruce Stewart was a C97 Instructor Pilot, a Flight Engineer and an Air Technician with the 146th AW before going to PSA.
Thanks to Captain Joe Graham for sharing this information with the Wing Association and our members. If anyone has further information to share about CMSGT Stewart, please pass it on to the WA at:
[email protected]
The Wing Association is saddened to announce
the passing of CMSGT Bruce Stewart
This news was received from Mel Rohr after viewing the attached Facebook posting by his daughter Tracy Stewart. He was a Flight Engineer described as "friendly and Professional" by those who knew him. CMSGT Bruce Stewart was a C97 Instructor Pilot, a Flight Engineer and an Air Technician with the 146th AW before going to PSA.
Thanks to Captain Joe Graham for sharing this information with the Wing Association and our members. If anyone has further information to share about CMSGT Stewart, please pass it on to the WA at:
[email protected]
POSTED 17 July 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to announce
the passing of:
Lt. Col. BOB AI\ICTIL
Lt. Col. Robert Anctil, born on Dec. 19, 1930 to the late Maxime and Yvonne (Bernier) Anctil, passed away on Sept. 23, 2018. He was formerly from Waterbury, Conn. and graduated from Crosby High School and went on to Parks College in East St. Louis, Ill., after which, he entered the Air Force.
He was a retired Air Force pilot who left behind a lasting legacy of service to his family, his community and his country. After honorable discharge from the Air Force as a pilot instructor and pilot for 14 years, he flew for American Airlines for 24 years, retiring as a Captain and then worked as a pilot instructor for Boeing for another 10 years.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margaret Hutzler Anctil; two sisters, Doris Anctil and Rita Tribbey of Waterbury; four children; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Raymond of Clermont, Fla.
He was well respected in his community and known for his generous spirit and jovial nature. The world is better for having him in it.
IN HIS OWN WORDS:
I grew up in Waterbury, Connecticut and graduated from Crosby High School in 1948. In 1952 I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation and Aircraft Maintenance from Parks College of Aeronautical Technology, part of St. Louis University in East St. Louis, Illinois. I received my commission through ROTC at Parks College.
I was assigned to Pilot Training Class 53G and went through Basic Pilot Training in the T-6 at Mauldin, Missouri followed by Primary Training in the T-28 and T-33 at Webb AFB, Texas and earning my wings in December 1953. My initial duty assignment was to T-33 Gunnery School at Laughlin AFB, Texas then on to F-84 training at Luke AFB, Arizona. I was then selected to be an Instructor Pilot and went through Instructor School at Craig AFB, Oklahoma. I instructed in the T-28 and T-33 in Air Training Command at Bryan AFB, Texas from 1954 to 1957. I was then transferred to Strategic Air Command and flew the B-47 at Homestead AFB, Florida until 1961. I left Homestead in late 1961 for Castle AFB, California to checkout in the B-52 prior to reporting to K I Sawyer, Michigan in early 1962. I flew at K I Sawyer until I left active duty in 1966 and accepted a job with American Airlines.
In January 1967 I joined the Air National Guard at Van Nuys and went into the 195th Military Airlift Squadron and qualified in the C-97 . In early 1970 I transferred to the 115th Tactical Airlift Squadron when the unit converted to the C- 130. I flew the C- 130 until leaving the Guard in 1974. I served in the Air Force Reserve for another 4 years prior to my retirement in 1978 as a Lieutenant Colonel with 26 years of military service.
In 1991 I retired from American Airlines with 25 years of service having flown the B-707, B-727, MD-80 and DC-10 aircraft. For the past 19 years I have been a Pilot Ground School Flight Simulator Instructor in the MD-11 with Boeing Flight Training and Flight Services. I presently work out of Miami, Florida. In my flying career I have amassed over 30,000 hours of flying as a military pilot, airline pilot and simulator instructor.
The Wing Association is saddened to announce
the passing of:
Lt. Col. BOB AI\ICTIL
Lt. Col. Robert Anctil, born on Dec. 19, 1930 to the late Maxime and Yvonne (Bernier) Anctil, passed away on Sept. 23, 2018. He was formerly from Waterbury, Conn. and graduated from Crosby High School and went on to Parks College in East St. Louis, Ill., after which, he entered the Air Force.
He was a retired Air Force pilot who left behind a lasting legacy of service to his family, his community and his country. After honorable discharge from the Air Force as a pilot instructor and pilot for 14 years, he flew for American Airlines for 24 years, retiring as a Captain and then worked as a pilot instructor for Boeing for another 10 years.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margaret Hutzler Anctil; two sisters, Doris Anctil and Rita Tribbey of Waterbury; four children; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Raymond of Clermont, Fla.
He was well respected in his community and known for his generous spirit and jovial nature. The world is better for having him in it.
IN HIS OWN WORDS:
I grew up in Waterbury, Connecticut and graduated from Crosby High School in 1948. In 1952 I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation and Aircraft Maintenance from Parks College of Aeronautical Technology, part of St. Louis University in East St. Louis, Illinois. I received my commission through ROTC at Parks College.
I was assigned to Pilot Training Class 53G and went through Basic Pilot Training in the T-6 at Mauldin, Missouri followed by Primary Training in the T-28 and T-33 at Webb AFB, Texas and earning my wings in December 1953. My initial duty assignment was to T-33 Gunnery School at Laughlin AFB, Texas then on to F-84 training at Luke AFB, Arizona. I was then selected to be an Instructor Pilot and went through Instructor School at Craig AFB, Oklahoma. I instructed in the T-28 and T-33 in Air Training Command at Bryan AFB, Texas from 1954 to 1957. I was then transferred to Strategic Air Command and flew the B-47 at Homestead AFB, Florida until 1961. I left Homestead in late 1961 for Castle AFB, California to checkout in the B-52 prior to reporting to K I Sawyer, Michigan in early 1962. I flew at K I Sawyer until I left active duty in 1966 and accepted a job with American Airlines.
In January 1967 I joined the Air National Guard at Van Nuys and went into the 195th Military Airlift Squadron and qualified in the C-97 . In early 1970 I transferred to the 115th Tactical Airlift Squadron when the unit converted to the C- 130. I flew the C- 130 until leaving the Guard in 1974. I served in the Air Force Reserve for another 4 years prior to my retirement in 1978 as a Lieutenant Colonel with 26 years of military service.
In 1991 I retired from American Airlines with 25 years of service having flown the B-707, B-727, MD-80 and DC-10 aircraft. For the past 19 years I have been a Pilot Ground School Flight Simulator Instructor in the MD-11 with Boeing Flight Training and Flight Services. I presently work out of Miami, Florida. In my flying career I have amassed over 30,000 hours of flying as a military pilot, airline pilot and simulator instructor.
POSTED 17 July 2019
The Wing Association is saddened to pass on this announcement from
Connie Vukovich:
Retired Command Chief Master Sergeant Michael Vukovich passed away on June 20th, 2019 from a massive heart attack at age 74.
Michael and wife Connie have spent the last 10 years living in San Jacinto, Ca. Prior to that Michael worked for 2 years with the Sutter County and Butte County Courts as Emergency and Security Planning Manager.
He leaves behind his loving wife of almost 50 years, Connie and his 3 children, Stephen Vukovich, Michele Calvin and Melissa Rockwell as well as his grandchildren and one great granddaughter. He dearly loved his 39 years working for the 146th Channel Islands Air National Guard base and we will love him forever. He was a great Man!
The Wing Association shares in the condolences over the loss of CCMSgt Vukovich and share remembering the Chief as an outstanding individual, leader, citizen, and loyal Guardsman
Posted 4/10/2019 On Saturday, April 6 2019, Robert LeFevre Hutten,
loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away
peacefully at the age of 83.
A viewing will be held at Griffin Family Funeral
Chapel, 101 E. Wilbur Rd in Thousand Oaks, Fri,
April 12, 5-7pm with a rosary at 7pm. His funeral
service will be held at St Paschal Baylon Church,
155 E. Janss Rd in Thousand Oaks, Sat at 12pm with a burial service immediately following at Assumption Catholic Cemetery, 1380 Fitzgerald Rd in Simi
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loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away
peacefully at the age of 83.
A viewing will be held at Griffin Family Funeral
Chapel, 101 E. Wilbur Rd in Thousand Oaks, Fri,
April 12, 5-7pm with a rosary at 7pm. His funeral
service will be held at St Paschal Baylon Church,
155 E. Janss Rd in Thousand Oaks, Sat at 12pm with a burial service immediately following at Assumption Catholic Cemetery, 1380 Fitzgerald Rd in Simi
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Posted 2/20/2019 - The Association was notified that Leon Hofford passed away on December 10, 2018 in Ashland, OR with his family at his bedside.
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Posted 2/13/2019 - The Association was notified that Russell Giroux passed away unexpectedly from a heart attack on February 8th.
Russell was a technician and a SMSgt in Com-Nav. He was 55. He leaves his wife Karen and two daughters.
Viewing will be on March 1st at 5 PM at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park, Camarillo, CA
Russell was a technician and a SMSgt in Com-Nav. He was 55. He leaves his wife Karen and two daughters.
Viewing will be on March 1st at 5 PM at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park, Camarillo, CA
Burial will be March 2nd at 10 AM at the same park cemetery.
https://www.conejomountain.com/tributes/Russell-Giroux
https://www.conejomountain.com/tributes/Russell-Giroux
Posted 2/2/2019 - The Wing Association has been notified Victor P. Zanetto passed away from complications of a stroke on Wednesday Jan 30th 2019. He was 84. He was a long time technician at Van Nuys and Channel Islands ANGB. He leaves a daughter Diana.
Services will be on Feb 20th at 11:30 in Green Valley, (Tucson) AZ. at the Unitariian Universalist Fellowship of Amado in Green Valley. A luncheon will follow next door at the Firefly Restaurant of Amado.
Memorial donations in the honor of Victor may be made to:
146th Wing Association, attn: Scholarship Fund,
1534 N. Moorpark Rd, #365, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Any questions can be referred to Bob Jackson at 818-705-3035 or E mail at: [email protected]
Services will be on Feb 20th at 11:30 in Green Valley, (Tucson) AZ. at the Unitariian Universalist Fellowship of Amado in Green Valley. A luncheon will follow next door at the Firefly Restaurant of Amado.
Memorial donations in the honor of Victor may be made to:
146th Wing Association, attn: Scholarship Fund,
1534 N. Moorpark Rd, #365, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Any questions can be referred to Bob Jackson at 818-705-3035 or E mail at: [email protected]
Posted 1/24/2019 - The Wing Association has been notified of the death of LtCol Dennis Fendelander. Former member of the 146th Airlift Wing, 115th Airlift Squadron. Dennis passed away on the 13th of December 2018 after a long fight with Leukemia.
Dennis had a long and distinguished career in, both military and civilian aviation,
during which, Dennis was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Force Commendation Medal, and Air Medal with 9 Oak Leaf Clusters.
The Fendelander family had a private funeral and has planned a Celebration of Life. Dennis is survived by his wife, Somchit, two sons, Donald and James, and daughter Lisa.
View his full obituary here
The service will be at 1100 on Saturday the 2nd of February
St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church, Parish Hall
2475 Borchard Road
Newbury Park, CA
805.498.3602
https://stjulieschurch.org/
St. Julie Billiart Catholic Church, Parish Hall
2475 Borchard Road
Newbury Park, CA
805.498.3602
https://stjulieschurch.org/
Posted 11/4/2018 - Long time association member, Barbara Creedon a.k.a. Barbara Martinez served In Base Supply as a Data Automation Specialist as a Title 5 Civilian Employee at the Van Nuys ANGB through 1989.
Posted 8/20/2018 - Archie E. Nogle of Lompoc died Thursday, August 16, 2018, at the age of 93. Archie was born May 23, 1925 in Sand Creek, Wisconsin to Herbert and Lenora Nogle on May 23, 1925. He was raised and educated in Whittier, California. He graduated from Whittier High School with the class of 1944, where he competed in CIF State Wrestling. Following a lifelong passion for flying he earned his wings at the age of 19. He attended Whittier College where he participated in wrestling and football. Before he completed College, he entered the United States Air Force near the end of World War II.
During his 20-year military career he flew combat missions in a F-86 fighter jet during the Korean War and transport and cargo planes during the Vietnam War. He joined the national Guard in 1966, and retired in 1973, with the rank of Major.
A resident of Lompoc since 1958, Archie was the owner of the United Van Lines agency that was located initially on North A Street near Ocean Avenue and later at 532 North 8th Street. He was a charter member of the Village Country Club and was the oldest living member of the club at the time of his death. Archie was a member of the Lompoc High School Board from 1959 to 1960, and a member of what is now the Lompoc Unified School District from 1967 to 1975. He was an active member of the Lompoc Kiwanis Club Lompoc, and active in the 4H club with his children.
Archie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lompoc and was instrumental in building what is now the New Life Christian Center in Lompoc and the Calvary Baptist Church in Vandenberg Village.
Archie enjoyed golf, hunting and piloting his own airplane.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Nogle in 2004, his daughter Wendy Scalise in 2007, and his brother Wayne Nogle. He is survived by his wife of 13 years Socoro Nogle, his Son Randy (Brenda) Nogle of Lompoc, his daughter Nancy (Bob) Brown of Paso Robles, his daughter Jennifer (Dan) Thompson of Arroyo Grande, his sister Hazel Harry of Whittier, his brother Bud (Betty) Nogle of La Mirada, his sister-in-law Ruth Nogle of La Mirada, five grandchildren, one great granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews.
Internment with military honors will be in the Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery.
Pastor Bill Nelson will directed the memorial service August 23rd at the Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements were under the direction of the Starbuck-Lind Mortuary.
During his 20-year military career he flew combat missions in a F-86 fighter jet during the Korean War and transport and cargo planes during the Vietnam War. He joined the national Guard in 1966, and retired in 1973, with the rank of Major.
A resident of Lompoc since 1958, Archie was the owner of the United Van Lines agency that was located initially on North A Street near Ocean Avenue and later at 532 North 8th Street. He was a charter member of the Village Country Club and was the oldest living member of the club at the time of his death. Archie was a member of the Lompoc High School Board from 1959 to 1960, and a member of what is now the Lompoc Unified School District from 1967 to 1975. He was an active member of the Lompoc Kiwanis Club Lompoc, and active in the 4H club with his children.
Archie was a member of the First Baptist Church in Lompoc and was instrumental in building what is now the New Life Christian Center in Lompoc and the Calvary Baptist Church in Vandenberg Village.
Archie enjoyed golf, hunting and piloting his own airplane.
He was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Nogle in 2004, his daughter Wendy Scalise in 2007, and his brother Wayne Nogle. He is survived by his wife of 13 years Socoro Nogle, his Son Randy (Brenda) Nogle of Lompoc, his daughter Nancy (Bob) Brown of Paso Robles, his daughter Jennifer (Dan) Thompson of Arroyo Grande, his sister Hazel Harry of Whittier, his brother Bud (Betty) Nogle of La Mirada, his sister-in-law Ruth Nogle of La Mirada, five grandchildren, one great granddaughter and numerous nieces and nephews.
Internment with military honors will be in the Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery.
Pastor Bill Nelson will directed the memorial service August 23rd at the Calvary Baptist Church. Arrangements were under the direction of the Starbuck-Lind Mortuary.
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Posted: July 26, 2018
Updated 4/22/2018: The association was notified on the passing of long time member John C. Cash passed away on March 31st, 2018.
On behalf of my entire family and our beloved dad we wish to say: thanks to all of the Veterans for visiting and staying in touch with my dad during his terminal illness! After 35 years of service he really loved all you guys!
Born on January 20. 1936 in Charleston, West Virginia. The love of his life Thelma was born in Liverpool England on September 24th, 1933. Our dad was a great man of courage! In the Biafra War of 1969 the landing gear on his plane (the old C97), was shot out forcing the crew to make a belly-landing. He kept his head and continued unabated. In spite of the danger he flew 116 missions! I once saw him disarm a man that had a9mm handgun pointed at my best friend. He was the toughest man I ever knew... I miss him dearly already. John & Thelma are survived by 4 children, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great granddaughters. John & Thelma were 82 years of age when they passed away and will be lovingly, forever, remembered. Thanks again to all the veterans' God Bless you guys. Sincerely the Cash Family. Michael Cash (Son)
Services were held at the Riverside National Cemetery April 26th.
On behalf of my entire family and our beloved dad we wish to say: thanks to all of the Veterans for visiting and staying in touch with my dad during his terminal illness! After 35 years of service he really loved all you guys!
Born on January 20. 1936 in Charleston, West Virginia. The love of his life Thelma was born in Liverpool England on September 24th, 1933. Our dad was a great man of courage! In the Biafra War of 1969 the landing gear on his plane (the old C97), was shot out forcing the crew to make a belly-landing. He kept his head and continued unabated. In spite of the danger he flew 116 missions! I once saw him disarm a man that had a9mm handgun pointed at my best friend. He was the toughest man I ever knew... I miss him dearly already. John & Thelma are survived by 4 children, 8 grandchildren, and 4 great granddaughters. John & Thelma were 82 years of age when they passed away and will be lovingly, forever, remembered. Thanks again to all the veterans' God Bless you guys. Sincerely the Cash Family. Michael Cash (Son)
Services were held at the Riverside National Cemetery April 26th.
POSTED 20 Mar 2018: The Wing Association was contacted by Mrs. Pamela Richards, daughter of Phil Uhas, notifying us of her father’s passing. Phil died on the 28th of February at 89 years of age. He was a long time member of the Wing Association and will be greatly missed at the gatherings in Laughlin, where he was a very active participant. There is no currently available obituary however click here to view a sample of Phil's photography and a short biography he provided for our Old Timer recognition in 2009 Ed Bellion created.
A celebration of life was held on March 24th at the Feather Canyon Retirement Center in Paradise, CA.
A celebration of life was held on March 24th at the Feather Canyon Retirement Center in Paradise, CA.
POSTED: 2/6/2018: Dave Buttner provided notice that Association member Alex Koenig passed away at his home Monday. Alex served in the Wing's Multimedia Branch and Public Affairs Office where he retired in 2013.
Alex was interred at the Mt Sinai Cemetery in Simi Valley. Services were held graveside on Friday on Feb 9.
Alex's great friends Tony and Genie Randel, have graciously offered their home for a reception immediately following the service. Nichole Went is also hosted at celebration on Feb 10th at Yolanda's Channel Islands.
In lieu of flowers the family requested donations be made in Alex's name to the Ventura County Military Collaborative VCMilC.org . They would like all to know they appreciate your prayers and support.
Alex was interred at the Mt Sinai Cemetery in Simi Valley. Services were held graveside on Friday on Feb 9.
Alex's great friends Tony and Genie Randel, have graciously offered their home for a reception immediately following the service. Nichole Went is also hosted at celebration on Feb 10th at Yolanda's Channel Islands.
In lieu of flowers the family requested donations be made in Alex's name to the Ventura County Military Collaborative VCMilC.org . They would like all to know they appreciate your prayers and support.
UPDATED 2/4/2018: Tony Volante notified the Association on the passing of Tommie Yeabsley. Tony received a call from George Westbrook February 1st that Tommie passed away very peacefully on January 31. She was 92 years young.
Services were held February 13 in the White Chapel at Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills.
Services were held February 13 in the White Chapel at Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills.
UPDATED 6/26/2018
On December 23, 2017, Larry Powell flew west for the last time. He had an outstanding career and was a fascinating warrior, patriot, and inspirational speaker to many groups, telling his story of the events in his life
On December 23, 2017, Larry Powell flew west for the last time. He had an outstanding career and was a fascinating warrior, patriot, and inspirational speaker to many groups, telling his story of the events in his life
He was born on May 17, 1923, in Chicago, Illinois, but grew up in Glendale, California where he graduated from Hoover High School, and was married in September 1942. Larry began his aviation career in 1939 as a student at the Curtis Wright Technical School in Glendale.
Col Powell was drafted into the Army on 21 January 1943 and completed basic training at Fort MacArthur. He was soon selected for the Aviation Cadet program and trained at Maxwell, Shaw, and Spence Fields before receiving his wings. His first operational aircraft were the P-39 and P-40.
In April of 1944 he transitioned to the P-51 and was assigned to the 339th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force at Fowlmere, England. Lt. Powell flew 68 combat missions during which he was credited with the destruction of 2.5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat, plus 3.5 on the ground while strafing enemy airfields. On January 14, 1945, he was shot down and belly-landed his aircraft without getting injured. He escaped the area but was eventually captured in Holland on January 16th and was held as a Prisoner of War until the end of the war. After the war he returned to the area and met a man who saw him crash land. The man told him that soon after he escaped the area Nazis arrived looking for him.
Lt. Powell left active duty and joined the California Air National Guard on January 19, 1947, serving with the 195th Fighter Squadron at Van Nuys ANGB, California, from January 1947 to February 1955, and then with the 146th Fighter Bomber Group at Van Nuys from February 1955 to September 1958. Lt Col Powell served as commander of the 195th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Van Nuys from September 1958 to February 1960, followed by service as operations officer for the 146th Tactical Fighter Group at Van Nuys from February 1960 until his retirement from the Air National Guard on May 1, 1963.
In 1959 he joined the movie industry as an Assistant Director and rose to director specializing in aircraft scenes. He was known for Midnight Run (1988), Bird on a Wire (1990) and The Right Stuff (1983).
Services were held on January 20, 2018
Col Powell was drafted into the Army on 21 January 1943 and completed basic training at Fort MacArthur. He was soon selected for the Aviation Cadet program and trained at Maxwell, Shaw, and Spence Fields before receiving his wings. His first operational aircraft were the P-39 and P-40.
In April of 1944 he transitioned to the P-51 and was assigned to the 339th Fighter Group, 8th Air Force at Fowlmere, England. Lt. Powell flew 68 combat missions during which he was credited with the destruction of 2.5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat, plus 3.5 on the ground while strafing enemy airfields. On January 14, 1945, he was shot down and belly-landed his aircraft without getting injured. He escaped the area but was eventually captured in Holland on January 16th and was held as a Prisoner of War until the end of the war. After the war he returned to the area and met a man who saw him crash land. The man told him that soon after he escaped the area Nazis arrived looking for him.
Lt. Powell left active duty and joined the California Air National Guard on January 19, 1947, serving with the 195th Fighter Squadron at Van Nuys ANGB, California, from January 1947 to February 1955, and then with the 146th Fighter Bomber Group at Van Nuys from February 1955 to September 1958. Lt Col Powell served as commander of the 195th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Van Nuys from September 1958 to February 1960, followed by service as operations officer for the 146th Tactical Fighter Group at Van Nuys from February 1960 until his retirement from the Air National Guard on May 1, 1963.
In 1959 he joined the movie industry as an Assistant Director and rose to director specializing in aircraft scenes. He was known for Midnight Run (1988), Bird on a Wire (1990) and The Right Stuff (1983).
Services were held on January 20, 2018
POSTED 1/6/2018 - Benjamin Rosete Sr, 12/20/1926 - 12/22/2017. MSgt Benjamin Rosete Sr passed on Friday, December 22,2017 at Woodland Hills California Kaiser Permanente Hospital at the age of 91 just two days after his birthday on December 20, 2017. He is survived by his second wife Remedios, sister Adoration Arzaga, brother Orlino Rosete, son Benjamin Rosete Jr, daughter Bernadette Rosete, four grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.
Ben was born in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Ben enlisted in the Navy at rightful age of 17 in May 1944 then joined the Hawaii Air National Guard in 1947. He relocated to California to attend Cal-Aero Technical Institute Aviation School earning his A & P License. Ben moved on working for the Airlines and the Aerospace industry to support his family of 5. In 1960 Ben decided it was time to get back to his roots and joined the California Air National Guard becoming a propeller mechanic on the C-97 aircraft.
Ben loved to travel with his family on short trips to the mountains, Desert and Beachs. He bought a motorhome taking his grandson Justin from the west coast to the midwest just the two of them. A trip my son will never forget. One of his proud moments when his grandson Justin graduated from the California Highway Patrol Academy.
Services were held on January 3rd at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery in Mission Hills, California. The funeral was held on January 4th at the Mission Chapel.
Ben was born in Hawaii on the island of Oahu. Ben enlisted in the Navy at rightful age of 17 in May 1944 then joined the Hawaii Air National Guard in 1947. He relocated to California to attend Cal-Aero Technical Institute Aviation School earning his A & P License. Ben moved on working for the Airlines and the Aerospace industry to support his family of 5. In 1960 Ben decided it was time to get back to his roots and joined the California Air National Guard becoming a propeller mechanic on the C-97 aircraft.
Ben loved to travel with his family on short trips to the mountains, Desert and Beachs. He bought a motorhome taking his grandson Justin from the west coast to the midwest just the two of them. A trip my son will never forget. One of his proud moments when his grandson Justin graduated from the California Highway Patrol Academy.
Services were held on January 3rd at the San Fernando Mission Cemetery in Mission Hills, California. The funeral was held on January 4th at the Mission Chapel.
UPDATED 1/28/2018: Carol Hurt notified the Association on the passing of her husband Brigadier General Oscar Hurt ON December 14th, 2017. General Hurt was a long time member of the Association and served as Wing Commander (circa 1976-1977) when the Wing was based at Van Nuys and retired in 1977.
Ozzie had been placed under the care of hospice a week prior after a brief hospitalization from a fall at home. Ozzie was cremated and a memorial service with Full Military Honors was conducted at March ARB on January 27th, 2018.
The family requests donations be made out to the Steven Friedricks Scholarship Fund.
Ozzie had been placed under the care of hospice a week prior after a brief hospitalization from a fall at home. Ozzie was cremated and a memorial service with Full Military Honors was conducted at March ARB on January 27th, 2018.
The family requests donations be made out to the Steven Friedricks Scholarship Fund.
POSTED: 8/30/2017 - Col Walter W. Pine, former 146th AW Senior Air Force Advisor, (circa 1972 -1975) and most recently a Keller, Texas resident passed Saturday morning, August 26th. He was 94.
SERVED DURING 3 WARS
Pine’s 36 years of military service began when he enlisted in the Army during World War II. He returned to active Air Force duty during the Korean War, and also served in the Vietnam War, where he earned the Silver Star in 1967 for an air mission in North Vietnam.
Col. Pine commanded a squadron of 10 C130s in Vietnam. On one mission a plane went down and was lost. It affected him greatly. Years later, the remains of the crew were found and returned to Arlington National Cemetery for interment. There he greeted and consoled the hero families. After his retirement from the military, he continued to pursue his passion for flying, working for Tallmantz Aviation in Orange County, Calif., flying for TV, movies and commercials. Additionally, he worked as a private pilot and fight instructor into his early 80s.
Walt was born in Ontario, Calif., on July 13, 1923. He was raised on a ranch in Chino, Calif., and educated in a one-room school house the Pioneer School. During the course of his working life, he lived in California, Texas, Virginia, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Pennsylvania, as well as overseas in the Far East. Walt had been a Keller resident since 1987 and was very active in church and community affairs. Friends greeted him with "Walt" or "Colonel" and were rewarded with his generous smile and characteristic hug and pat on the back. Preceding him in death were his brothers, Frank, Edward, and Donald; his sisters, Margaret and Lillian.
SURVIVORS: A devoted husband and father, Walt is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marilyn Arletta Siverling Pine; sister, Luan Thompson; daughters, Connie Chaneski (Raymond), Janet Klemencic (Daniel), and Patricia Anthony (Thomas); grandchildren, Catherine Vasquez, Caroline and Joseph Chaneski, Stephen and Kevin Flusche, Sarah Sanders, Jeffrey and David Klemencic, Jeanine Bernard, Thomas and Kathleen Anthony; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Burial: Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
LUCAS FUNERAL HOME Keller, 817-753-6800 View and sign guestbook at www.star-telegram.com/obituaries
Published in Star-Telegram on Aug. 30, 2017
SERVED DURING 3 WARS
Pine’s 36 years of military service began when he enlisted in the Army during World War II. He returned to active Air Force duty during the Korean War, and also served in the Vietnam War, where he earned the Silver Star in 1967 for an air mission in North Vietnam.
Col. Pine commanded a squadron of 10 C130s in Vietnam. On one mission a plane went down and was lost. It affected him greatly. Years later, the remains of the crew were found and returned to Arlington National Cemetery for interment. There he greeted and consoled the hero families. After his retirement from the military, he continued to pursue his passion for flying, working for Tallmantz Aviation in Orange County, Calif., flying for TV, movies and commercials. Additionally, he worked as a private pilot and fight instructor into his early 80s.
Walt was born in Ontario, Calif., on July 13, 1923. He was raised on a ranch in Chino, Calif., and educated in a one-room school house the Pioneer School. During the course of his working life, he lived in California, Texas, Virginia, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Pennsylvania, as well as overseas in the Far East. Walt had been a Keller resident since 1987 and was very active in church and community affairs. Friends greeted him with "Walt" or "Colonel" and were rewarded with his generous smile and characteristic hug and pat on the back. Preceding him in death were his brothers, Frank, Edward, and Donald; his sisters, Margaret and Lillian.
SURVIVORS: A devoted husband and father, Walt is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marilyn Arletta Siverling Pine; sister, Luan Thompson; daughters, Connie Chaneski (Raymond), Janet Klemencic (Daniel), and Patricia Anthony (Thomas); grandchildren, Catherine Vasquez, Caroline and Joseph Chaneski, Stephen and Kevin Flusche, Sarah Sanders, Jeffrey and David Klemencic, Jeanine Bernard, Thomas and Kathleen Anthony; and 16 great-grandchildren.
Burial: Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
LUCAS FUNERAL HOME Keller, 817-753-6800 View and sign guestbook at www.star-telegram.com/obituaries
Published in Star-Telegram on Aug. 30, 2017
POSTED: 8/17/2017 - Kris Chrisman. We've learned that Association member Kris Chrisman passed away at his home recently. A friend went to check on him at home after he missed a couple of appointments and wasn't responding to calls. The police were summoned to gain entry where he was found. No other information is available at this time.
Many nice comments posted on Facebook. Doug Broadhurst wrote: Very sad news! Worked with Kris on so many projects. He always was willing to help. From doing all the paper work to get all the MAFFS Air Medals to running the alert crews during 9-11. His hard work in the TALCE made it a much stronger unit. Oh yeah, he absolutely loved to fly and was a gifted pilot. A patriotic Guardsman whom I will miss. RIP Kris."
Many nice comments posted on Facebook. Doug Broadhurst wrote: Very sad news! Worked with Kris on so many projects. He always was willing to help. From doing all the paper work to get all the MAFFS Air Medals to running the alert crews during 9-11. His hard work in the TALCE made it a much stronger unit. Oh yeah, he absolutely loved to fly and was a gifted pilot. A patriotic Guardsman whom I will miss. RIP Kris."
POSTED: 8/12/2017 - Elizabeth Bjork
Nov 7th, 1923 - Aug 9th, 2017
Known to her family and friends as "Betty". Betty and Pat were married July 23rd, 1943 until his passing of March 5th 1990. She was preceded in death by her son Ken on May 27th, 2017. She is survived by her son Scott and Angie and daughter Bonnie. She is survived by six grandsons and one granddaughter 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was always very involved in the 146th Alumni and went to every conference.
Visitation is August 16th, 2017 from 4-6pm at Palm Mortuary 800 Boulder Highway Henderson, NV 89015. There will be a reception to follow at Scott and Angie's home at 1053 Gallant Fox Ave. Henderson, NV 89015 .
Funeral will be held on August 19th 2017 at Oakdale Mortuary at 1 p.m.
1401 S. Grand Ave. Glendora, California 91740
Nov 7th, 1923 - Aug 9th, 2017
Known to her family and friends as "Betty". Betty and Pat were married July 23rd, 1943 until his passing of March 5th 1990. She was preceded in death by her son Ken on May 27th, 2017. She is survived by her son Scott and Angie and daughter Bonnie. She is survived by six grandsons and one granddaughter 12 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was always very involved in the 146th Alumni and went to every conference.
Visitation is August 16th, 2017 from 4-6pm at Palm Mortuary 800 Boulder Highway Henderson, NV 89015. There will be a reception to follow at Scott and Angie's home at 1053 Gallant Fox Ave. Henderson, NV 89015 .
Funeral will be held on August 19th 2017 at Oakdale Mortuary at 1 p.m.
1401 S. Grand Ave. Glendora, California 91740
POSTED 7/21/2017: James Donald Shoemaker
(1948-2017) James Donald Shoemaker passed on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Torrance Memorial Hospital at the age of 68. He is survived by his father Calvin, wife Paula, son Brian, daughter Jean, his three brothers David (Robin), Denis (Nancy),and Stephen (Julie), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Marcelle.
Jim was born on November 21, 1948 in Los Angeles, California to Calvin D. Shoemaker and Marcelle Shoemaker. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Aerospace Engineering, and following graduation entered pilot training in the US Air Force. Jim flew numerous military aircraft, ultimately becoming Chief Pilot and Lieutenant Colonel in the California Air National Guard. He also retired as an airline pilot with Continental Airlines. Jim had a long and successful career in spacecraft engineering and business development at Hughes Aircraft, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and most recently at Raytheon in El Segundo.
Jim was blessed with a truly adventurous spirit, was a natural leader, and was devoted to his family. His wife and children were foremost to him, and one of his proudest achievements was watching Brian and Jean graduate from college. Jim was incredibly generous, and was always the first to offer assistance in times of need, and welcomed family and friends to his and Paula’s home in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Jim had a passion for flying his entire life. In the Guard and at the airline, he flew throughout the world. Many family members fondly recall marvelous adventures flying with Jim across the country in his own airplane. We will always remember Jim as a great son, spouse, father, brother, and uncle. Thank you Jim for all the wonderful times with you, and for all you did for us. Godspeed Jim.
A viewing will occur between 4 pm and 8 pm on Tuesday, July 25 at Rice Mortuary in Torrance. The funeral service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, July 26 at St. John Fisher Church in Rancho Palos Verdes. Flowers and condolences may be offered at Rice Mortuary, 5310 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503. Phone(310)792-7599. Please go to Rice Mortuary’s website, www.LAfuneral.com, to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Check back to view the online Video Tribute.
Published in the Daily Breeze Obituary Online, Torrance, CA July 21, 2017
(1948-2017) James Donald Shoemaker passed on Monday, July 17, 2017 at Torrance Memorial Hospital at the age of 68. He is survived by his father Calvin, wife Paula, son Brian, daughter Jean, his three brothers David (Robin), Denis (Nancy),and Stephen (Julie), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Marcelle.
Jim was born on November 21, 1948 in Los Angeles, California to Calvin D. Shoemaker and Marcelle Shoemaker. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in Aerospace Engineering, and following graduation entered pilot training in the US Air Force. Jim flew numerous military aircraft, ultimately becoming Chief Pilot and Lieutenant Colonel in the California Air National Guard. He also retired as an airline pilot with Continental Airlines. Jim had a long and successful career in spacecraft engineering and business development at Hughes Aircraft, Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and most recently at Raytheon in El Segundo.
Jim was blessed with a truly adventurous spirit, was a natural leader, and was devoted to his family. His wife and children were foremost to him, and one of his proudest achievements was watching Brian and Jean graduate from college. Jim was incredibly generous, and was always the first to offer assistance in times of need, and welcomed family and friends to his and Paula’s home in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Jim had a passion for flying his entire life. In the Guard and at the airline, he flew throughout the world. Many family members fondly recall marvelous adventures flying with Jim across the country in his own airplane. We will always remember Jim as a great son, spouse, father, brother, and uncle. Thank you Jim for all the wonderful times with you, and for all you did for us. Godspeed Jim.
A viewing will occur between 4 pm and 8 pm on Tuesday, July 25 at Rice Mortuary in Torrance. The funeral service will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, July 26 at St. John Fisher Church in Rancho Palos Verdes. Flowers and condolences may be offered at Rice Mortuary, 5310 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503. Phone(310)792-7599. Please go to Rice Mortuary’s website, www.LAfuneral.com, to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Check back to view the online Video Tribute.
Published in the Daily Breeze Obituary Online, Torrance, CA July 21, 2017
Posted: 7/9/2017: William Lee (Bill) Hane
Bill passed away June 26th at the age of 88 due to a ruptured mitral heart valve. He joined the Air National Guard at VNY in October 1948 where he served in the Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron until retiring in 1974 as a Master Sergeant. He worked on the AT6 and P-51 while in the Guard which helped him a great deal when he owned and flew his own war birds. He was a mechanic first, then a pilot...
Service information will be passed along as it's made available.
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Bill passed away June 26th at the age of 88 due to a ruptured mitral heart valve. He joined the Air National Guard at VNY in October 1948 where he served in the Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron until retiring in 1974 as a Master Sergeant. He worked on the AT6 and P-51 while in the Guard which helped him a great deal when he owned and flew his own war birds. He was a mechanic first, then a pilot...
Service information will be passed along as it's made available.
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Posted 6/10/2017: The Association was notified by Robert Hurlbert, that his wife Odette passed away at age 83 on 31 May 2017. They met as Square Dancers and enjoyed 22 years together. Her remains are at Riverside National Cemetery. No services are planned.
Lieutenant-Colonel Edwin M. Lum
21 February 1926-29 May 2017.
Click here to view Ed's full Obituary and his 2010 Old Timers Reunion Bio
Born in Elaine, Arkansas, to Charlie Lum and Bertha Wong Lum, one of six children. The family moved to West Memphis, Arkansas, where Ed attended Hulbert High School in West Memphis, graduating in 1943. He got his pilot’s license at age 16. Upon graduating, at 17, he joined the Marine Corps. He trained at Camp Pendleton before being stationed in Hawaii. During his service he participated in the invasion of Iwo Jima, turning 19 in a foxhole on the island. Later, he was stationed in Occupied Japan. Subsequently, he returned to school. In 1949 he became an Air Force pilot, commissioned as a first lieutenant. He flew in both Korea and Vietnam. After retiring from the Air Force as a Major, he served in the California Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.
Ed Lum died in Las Vegas, Nevada, as a result of his third bout of cancer.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy; by siblings Frances Quan, Pansy Wing, and Albert Lum; by four children: Cindy (Michael) Hotta; Lori (Kuni) Hattori; Ed Jr. (Delcy); Akua (Dale) Reeser. He was preceded in death by two brothers and by a son, J.J.
Funeral mass and internment is scheduled for San Fernando Mission Cemetery, Mission Hills, California, June 20, 11 a.m. A celebration of Ed’s life is scheduled for Siena Community Center, 10525 Siena Monte Ave, Las Vegas, NV September 9, 1 p.m.
21 February 1926-29 May 2017.
Click here to view Ed's full Obituary and his 2010 Old Timers Reunion Bio
Born in Elaine, Arkansas, to Charlie Lum and Bertha Wong Lum, one of six children. The family moved to West Memphis, Arkansas, where Ed attended Hulbert High School in West Memphis, graduating in 1943. He got his pilot’s license at age 16. Upon graduating, at 17, he joined the Marine Corps. He trained at Camp Pendleton before being stationed in Hawaii. During his service he participated in the invasion of Iwo Jima, turning 19 in a foxhole on the island. Later, he was stationed in Occupied Japan. Subsequently, he returned to school. In 1949 he became an Air Force pilot, commissioned as a first lieutenant. He flew in both Korea and Vietnam. After retiring from the Air Force as a Major, he served in the California Air National Guard, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel.
Ed Lum died in Las Vegas, Nevada, as a result of his third bout of cancer.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cathy; by siblings Frances Quan, Pansy Wing, and Albert Lum; by four children: Cindy (Michael) Hotta; Lori (Kuni) Hattori; Ed Jr. (Delcy); Akua (Dale) Reeser. He was preceded in death by two brothers and by a son, J.J.
Funeral mass and internment is scheduled for San Fernando Mission Cemetery, Mission Hills, California, June 20, 11 a.m. A celebration of Ed’s life is scheduled for Siena Community Center, 10525 Siena Monte Ave, Las Vegas, NV September 9, 1 p.m.
Posted 30 May 2017: With a great deal of sadness and empty hearts that we have to announce the terrible loss of
Kenneth J. Bjork "Ken", at the age of 73. He was Vietnam Veteran, Air Technician at Van Nuys, Base Fire Chief, lifetime member of the VFW 3848 Henderson, American Legion, and 146th Alumni. He was an amazing son, brother, father, grandpa, uncle, cousin, and friend to countless people. He was so loving, caring, thoughtful, compassionate, and just an all around great guy! He will be so deeply missed by many.
He is survived by his mother Betty, Sons Kenny, Matt, Andrew and Daughter Amy. His Brother Scott and wife Angie, his sister Bonnie. Numerous nieces and nephews, and several grandchildren.
Everyone that knew him was touched by his kind heart and funny jokes. He was our family photographer. He loved to fish and tell stories. Words can not express how much he will be missed. We will be forever grateful to have our cherished memories, if only we could have a few more.
The services will be this weekend. The viewing will be held June 4th 3-7pm at Palm Mortuary 800 Boulder Hwy. Henderson, NV 89015.
The funeral will be held on June 5th at 12pm at Southern Nevada Veteran Memorial Cemetery 1900 Veterans Memorial Dr. Boulder City, NV 89005 with full military honors.
There will be a reception to follow at Scott & Angie's Home 1053 Gallant Fox Ave. Henderson, NV 89015
Kenneth J. Bjork "Ken", at the age of 73. He was Vietnam Veteran, Air Technician at Van Nuys, Base Fire Chief, lifetime member of the VFW 3848 Henderson, American Legion, and 146th Alumni. He was an amazing son, brother, father, grandpa, uncle, cousin, and friend to countless people. He was so loving, caring, thoughtful, compassionate, and just an all around great guy! He will be so deeply missed by many.
He is survived by his mother Betty, Sons Kenny, Matt, Andrew and Daughter Amy. His Brother Scott and wife Angie, his sister Bonnie. Numerous nieces and nephews, and several grandchildren.
Everyone that knew him was touched by his kind heart and funny jokes. He was our family photographer. He loved to fish and tell stories. Words can not express how much he will be missed. We will be forever grateful to have our cherished memories, if only we could have a few more.
The services will be this weekend. The viewing will be held June 4th 3-7pm at Palm Mortuary 800 Boulder Hwy. Henderson, NV 89015.
The funeral will be held on June 5th at 12pm at Southern Nevada Veteran Memorial Cemetery 1900 Veterans Memorial Dr. Boulder City, NV 89005 with full military honors.
There will be a reception to follow at Scott & Angie's Home 1053 Gallant Fox Ave. Henderson, NV 89015
Col Byron Smith USAF (Ret) notified the Association of the passing of his wife Deni Smith. She passed quietly after one day of Hospice care. Deni was cremated and she will be interred in her family plot in Oregon. If any funeral events are announced the Association will attempt to get the word out.
March 6, 1948 - April 30, 2017 Obituary Mixie Thompson Ritz died Sunday, April 30th, 2017 at her residence in Montgomery, Alabama. Her other residences have included Beverly Hills, California Mixie married Michael W. Ritz, of Beverly Hills. They met at Paramount Studios and were married for over forty years. She will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, creative talent, spirited determination, and long-lasting friendships. An avid philanthropist, she donated to environmental, wildlife, and other animal welfare causes. She volunteered for historical architecture preservation initiatives. Mixie is survived by her husband, Col. (Ret.) Michael W. Ritz of Montgomery, Alabama; her sister, Andrea (Peter) Colwell of Manistique, Michigan A memorial service was held May 15, 2017, at the chapel of White Chapel-Greenwood Funeral Home. Additional services are to be held at the Somerset, Michigan's Congregational Church and a private celebration of Mixie's life for family and close friends in Los Angeles, California.
Posted 5/21/2017: CMSgt Shirley Louise Powell passed away March 18th, 2017 at the age of 76. CMSgt Powell worked for 45 years in the field of Aerospace. In 1962, she joined the U.S. Air Force (USAF), where she served for 38 years.
The Chief was a founding member of the 68th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron
(AES) in the Military Airlift Command KC-97 Globemaster Program, where
she served multiple tours in support of Vietnam and other international
and domestic efforts. Shirley served in the 146AES from 1981 to 1995. CMSgt Powell remained active after retirement and was honored in Congress by the Honorable Raul Ruiz on April 6th, 2017. She resided in Cathedral City, California at the time of her passing.
The Chief was a founding member of the 68th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron
(AES) in the Military Airlift Command KC-97 Globemaster Program, where
she served multiple tours in support of Vietnam and other international
and domestic efforts. Shirley served in the 146AES from 1981 to 1995. CMSgt Powell remained active after retirement and was honored in Congress by the Honorable Raul Ruiz on April 6th, 2017. She resided in Cathedral City, California at the time of her passing.
Posted 3/18/2017: LTC Bill Sellen passed away suddenly on 30 January 2017. He never recovered from a fall in his home 3 days earlier. Bill served in the Army from 1960 to 1986 with 3 tours in Vietnam in Special Forces and Psychological Operations. He served as a Loadmaster in the 115th Airlift Squadron from 1986 to 1990. He continued his military service in the Army National Guard retiring as a LTC in 1996. His medals include the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal for Valor, and Combat Infantryman Badge. His total military service was 40 years and 4 months. He will be buried with full military honors in Arlington National Cemetery on 21 June 2017.
Updated: 2/8/2017 - SMSgt Alan Bice closed his 69 years of service here on earth this February 3rd, 2017. He leaves behind his devoted loving wife Kathy, his siblings, children, grandchildren, and the many lives he touched each day. In addition to serving our country for 40 years in the United States Air Force Security Forces, Alan embraced his role as a civic leader, social advocate, mentor, and youth coach. He will be forever remembered for his humor, grit, generosity, coiffed hair, and lover of all things Ronald Reagan.
A memorial service was February 15th at Eternal Valley Memorial Park, 23287 North Sierra Highway, Newhall. A celebration of life reception was held immediately after the service at a nearby establishment. In lieu of flowers, please donate to any veterans nonprofit/charity. Alan donated to them all.
A memorial service was February 15th at Eternal Valley Memorial Park, 23287 North Sierra Highway, Newhall. A celebration of life reception was held immediately after the service at a nearby establishment. In lieu of flowers, please donate to any veterans nonprofit/charity. Alan donated to them all.
Lt. Col. Robert M. O’Neill ( Retired ) passed away October 24, 2016, at the age of 93 years. Robert served with the 195th Fighter Sq. & 146th TAW in Van Nuys until 1963. His military career began while an undergraduate at UCLA and was a member of the US ARMY during WW2. He was captured by the Germans during the battle of the Bulge on December, 1944. He escaped from the Germans in January, 1945, while being held by then at OFLAG 64 in Poland. Robert attended reunions of the survivors of OFLAG 64 well into his eighties.
Eventually Robert has a distinguished civilian career as a Manager / Executive Banking & Litton Industries. Robert made his home in Prescott and final years in Scottsdale, Arizona, residing there until his passing. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Katheryne. Robert is survived by his children Dennis and Diane, and his daughter-in-law, Barbara.
Eventually Robert has a distinguished civilian career as a Manager / Executive Banking & Litton Industries. Robert made his home in Prescott and final years in Scottsdale, Arizona, residing there until his passing. He was pre-deceased by his wife, Katheryne. Robert is survived by his children Dennis and Diane, and his daughter-in-law, Barbara.
POSTED 1/21/2017 - The Alumni association lost a founder and long time active participant, with the passing of Charlie Walton. He was a link with the very beginnings of our Wing, dating from it’s very reforming following WWII. Charlie was a link across our units and their migration through multiple missions and weapons systems. He witnessed the growth from post WWII fighters and bombers through F-86’s of Korean War Mig Killing fame. He participated in the changes to multi-engine transports and world wide missions. Through all this he excelled in every skill and position. He was a quiet treasure chest of information who was willing to share his considerable knowledge. There was also the non-military side of Charley Walton where he had his activities with classic motorcycles, popular music and other varied activities. He even entertained us at out 25th Anniversary Dinner, singing with his barbershop quartet, Charley will be missed in so many places with so many people. Wishing him fair skies and tailwinds on his final journey west. EdB
To view his bio and a more about Charlie click here
The family held a celebration of life service at the 94th Aero Squadron.
To view his bio and a more about Charlie click here
The family held a celebration of life service at the 94th Aero Squadron.
POSTED 12/16/2016 - Dana C-Swanson has notified us on the passing of her loving husband and best friend David Swanson. He passed away this morning after turning 64 just last month. Dave had been struggling with health issues the past 6 months and had just been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer earlier this week.
Dave was a Viet Nam and Desert Storm veteran who was very proud of his service. He touched many and will be remembered as a loving husband, brother, father and a great friend to those who knew him.
Dave was a Viet Nam and Desert Storm veteran who was very proud of his service. He touched many and will be remembered as a loving husband, brother, father and a great friend to those who knew him.
Posted: 10/27/2016 - We've received notice that Alice Johnstone, long time member of the 146th Alumni passed away on Oct 22nd from congestive heart failure. Alice was the mother of Altheo Cox and husband Greg Cox. She was 100 years young.
A memorial party was held at the Sportsman Lodge in Studio City, on the corner of Ventura Blvd and Coldwater Cyn. in the Waterfall room on Saturday Nov 12th.
A memorial party was held at the Sportsman Lodge in Studio City, on the corner of Ventura Blvd and Coldwater Cyn. in the Waterfall room on Saturday Nov 12th.
Elwyn Earle Reeder
November 8, 1926 - October 24, 2016 (Age 89)
Washington, Utah
Elwyn Earle Reeder passed away peacefully at home October 24, 2016. He was born in Los Angeles, California, on November 8, 1926 to Willes Watson Reeder and Marjorie Elizabeth Trimmer Reeder. His family moved to Alhambra, California, when he was three years old. Elwyn loved the entertainment industry and, as a teenager, worked in all of the major radio network and motion picture studios in Hollywood, California. He managed several theaters in a major theater circuit while still 16 years of age. Later he worked for the CBS Television Network in Hollywood where he was assigned to popular programs of the day, including the Jack Benny, Red Skelton, and Bob Crosby shows and the live award winning TV drama programs Climax and Playhouse 90.
During and immediately following the Second World War, Elwyn served in the U.S. Maritime Service and worked in the Merchant Marine earning the rank of Warrant Officer. Later he served three extended active duty military tours in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force (including the Korean War and the Berlin Crises). He also actively participated in Army Reserve and Air National Guard organizations in Utah and California for a total of about 40 years of uniform service. He earned the retired rank of Brigadier General in the California Air National Guard in 1984 after working full-time for the Air National Guard for over 20 years.
Upon Elwyn's retirement in 1984, the family moved from West Covina, California, to St. George, Utah, where he became employed as Business Manager of the Public Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Programs for the five Southwestern Counties of Utah until his final full retirement in 1993. Elwyn was very active in the LDS Church. He served in many capacities, including counselor in two bishoprics, high councilor, stake clerk, and temple ordinance worker in both Los Angeles and St. George temples. He also served a two-year stake mission in the Pasadena California Stake.
Elwyn leaves his wife of 64 years, Thelma Marie Woods Lee Reeder, and children, Andrea Lee Conley (David, deceased) of Pleasant Grove, Utah; Blaine Lee (deceased) of Salem, Utah; Grant Lee (Joyce) of Meridian, Idaho; Roland Lee (Nellie) of St. George, Utah; LuAnne Reeder Forrest of Washington City, Utah; Marsha Reeder Bowler (Lonnie) of Washington City, Utah; and Lorin Reeder (Kris) of Washington City, Utah. Elwyn also leaves 47 grandchildren, 164 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and several others who consider themselves his children and grandchildren. His parents and a younger brother, Willes (Bill) Watson Reeder Jr., preceded him in death.
Services were privately held with interment in the Tonaquint cemetery. Elwyn always considered his most important position to be husband and father. He is gone but will not be forgotten.
Published in The Spectrum & Daily News on Oct. 26, 2016
November 8, 1926 - October 24, 2016 (Age 89)
Washington, Utah
Elwyn Earle Reeder passed away peacefully at home October 24, 2016. He was born in Los Angeles, California, on November 8, 1926 to Willes Watson Reeder and Marjorie Elizabeth Trimmer Reeder. His family moved to Alhambra, California, when he was three years old. Elwyn loved the entertainment industry and, as a teenager, worked in all of the major radio network and motion picture studios in Hollywood, California. He managed several theaters in a major theater circuit while still 16 years of age. Later he worked for the CBS Television Network in Hollywood where he was assigned to popular programs of the day, including the Jack Benny, Red Skelton, and Bob Crosby shows and the live award winning TV drama programs Climax and Playhouse 90.
During and immediately following the Second World War, Elwyn served in the U.S. Maritime Service and worked in the Merchant Marine earning the rank of Warrant Officer. Later he served three extended active duty military tours in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force (including the Korean War and the Berlin Crises). He also actively participated in Army Reserve and Air National Guard organizations in Utah and California for a total of about 40 years of uniform service. He earned the retired rank of Brigadier General in the California Air National Guard in 1984 after working full-time for the Air National Guard for over 20 years.
Upon Elwyn's retirement in 1984, the family moved from West Covina, California, to St. George, Utah, where he became employed as Business Manager of the Public Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Programs for the five Southwestern Counties of Utah until his final full retirement in 1993. Elwyn was very active in the LDS Church. He served in many capacities, including counselor in two bishoprics, high councilor, stake clerk, and temple ordinance worker in both Los Angeles and St. George temples. He also served a two-year stake mission in the Pasadena California Stake.
Elwyn leaves his wife of 64 years, Thelma Marie Woods Lee Reeder, and children, Andrea Lee Conley (David, deceased) of Pleasant Grove, Utah; Blaine Lee (deceased) of Salem, Utah; Grant Lee (Joyce) of Meridian, Idaho; Roland Lee (Nellie) of St. George, Utah; LuAnne Reeder Forrest of Washington City, Utah; Marsha Reeder Bowler (Lonnie) of Washington City, Utah; and Lorin Reeder (Kris) of Washington City, Utah. Elwyn also leaves 47 grandchildren, 164 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and several others who consider themselves his children and grandchildren. His parents and a younger brother, Willes (Bill) Watson Reeder Jr., preceded him in death.
Services were privately held with interment in the Tonaquint cemetery. Elwyn always considered his most important position to be husband and father. He is gone but will not be forgotten.
Published in The Spectrum & Daily News on Oct. 26, 2016
UPDATE: 19 Apr 2016 - The family has no plans to hold services.
UPDATED: 1/31/2016 - It is with great sadness to tell those who knew Brenda Hepner, AKA Brenda Dickey, passed away this morning after a long battle with cancer. She was surrounded with her loving husband Terry "Moose" Hepner, her son John, daughter-in-law Tara, mom Arlene & family. Brenda was a former 146th Alumni and a forever friend to Mary Helwig & myself. Our hearts go out to Brenda's loved ones. God Bless you Brenda, we'll see you in Heaven. RIP, Love Carmen Jackson
A celebration of life service was held Jan 30th at their residence in Beaver Utah.
A celebration of life service was held Jan 30th at their residence in Beaver Utah.
Posted 12/1/2015: Barbara Joan Linder passed away peacefully at Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center on Monday November 30th after and brave battle with Muscular Dystrophy. She was surrounded by loved ones.
Barbara was born in Joliet Illinois to Richard Wirth and Kathlyn Loiselle. In her adolescence her family moved to California where she graduated from the Villa Cabrini in Burbank. She received a full scholarship in Sciences to attend college, however Barbara was eager to begin her life and began work at Lockheed Martin. It was here she met the love of her life, Kenneth Linder. After a brief courtship Barbara and Ken were married on July 4th, 1951. Barbara always said the fireworks for the nations celebration that evening were for her and Kenneth to celebrate the beginning of their new life together. While Ken worked his way to becoming Chief Master Sergeant of the Air National Guard, they begin to expand their family, having four daughters. While the children were young, Barbara managed the Van Nuys Airforce Base NCO Club, where servicemen relaxed and eagerly visited the bar to interact with Barbara. Wherever she was, she created a feeling of being at home and made everyone in her presence feel like the most important person in the room. In fact, Barbara was so welcoming and such a friendly figure in her community that she would often invite grocery store clerks and acquaintances from the market to spend holiday meals with her family. For Barbara, having an amazing meal to break bread with friends was truly an honor. Barbara and Ken shared many hobbies together including their love of gourmet foods, belonging to a Gourmet Supper Club. When Barbara’s grandchildren were born, she was a primary caretaker for them, instilling in them her wit and wisdom. Lovingly called Magaw by her grandbabies, she spent days teaching them to crochet, play kick ball, drive cars, and was their number one fan at all school events. To say she was a dedicated grandparent is an understatement. In their retirement, Barbara and Ken moved to the Central Coast of California where they spent leisurely days by the beach, doting on their beloved cat Merkin.
Barbara is preceded in death by her mother Kathlyn Davis and daughter Virginia Linder. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Linder; daughter Patricia Johnson and husband Danny, daughter Marilyn Van Hooser, Dianne Nicholls and her husband Tim; Grandchildren Virginia Muzingo, Jannet Garcia, Timothy Pritchett, Frankie Van Hooser, Katt Nicholls; her siblings Jay Davis, Brandy McKay and Suzanne Davis.
Barbara was born in Joliet Illinois to Richard Wirth and Kathlyn Loiselle. In her adolescence her family moved to California where she graduated from the Villa Cabrini in Burbank. She received a full scholarship in Sciences to attend college, however Barbara was eager to begin her life and began work at Lockheed Martin. It was here she met the love of her life, Kenneth Linder. After a brief courtship Barbara and Ken were married on July 4th, 1951. Barbara always said the fireworks for the nations celebration that evening were for her and Kenneth to celebrate the beginning of their new life together. While Ken worked his way to becoming Chief Master Sergeant of the Air National Guard, they begin to expand their family, having four daughters. While the children were young, Barbara managed the Van Nuys Airforce Base NCO Club, where servicemen relaxed and eagerly visited the bar to interact with Barbara. Wherever she was, she created a feeling of being at home and made everyone in her presence feel like the most important person in the room. In fact, Barbara was so welcoming and such a friendly figure in her community that she would often invite grocery store clerks and acquaintances from the market to spend holiday meals with her family. For Barbara, having an amazing meal to break bread with friends was truly an honor. Barbara and Ken shared many hobbies together including their love of gourmet foods, belonging to a Gourmet Supper Club. When Barbara’s grandchildren were born, she was a primary caretaker for them, instilling in them her wit and wisdom. Lovingly called Magaw by her grandbabies, she spent days teaching them to crochet, play kick ball, drive cars, and was their number one fan at all school events. To say she was a dedicated grandparent is an understatement. In their retirement, Barbara and Ken moved to the Central Coast of California where they spent leisurely days by the beach, doting on their beloved cat Merkin.
Barbara is preceded in death by her mother Kathlyn Davis and daughter Virginia Linder. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Linder; daughter Patricia Johnson and husband Danny, daughter Marilyn Van Hooser, Dianne Nicholls and her husband Tim; Grandchildren Virginia Muzingo, Jannet Garcia, Timothy Pritchett, Frankie Van Hooser, Katt Nicholls; her siblings Jay Davis, Brandy McKay and Suzanne Davis.
Posted 11/2/2015 - Neal Griffin, 51, of Modesto, California, scampered off to heaven on October 22, 2015, after a 28-month battle with multiple myeloma. Neal is survived by his beloved wife of 28 years, Dory Griffin; mother, Betty Sue Naegele; father, Waldo Griffin; and three siblings: Jeff, Jennifer, and Garth; and their spouses.
Neal was a social worker with Stanislaus County, holding several different positions in Child Protective Services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health, and crisis intervention. Neal had several passions at which he was keenly talented: music (saxophone), theology (discipling others to Jesus), psychology, botany and gardening, and hiking. Neal served in the 561st and 562nd Air Guard Band for 20 years and also served as a pastor for several churches in the Central Valley and Bay Area.
Neal was born in Mountain View, CA. His father imbued him with an incredible work ethic which permeated every area of his life, and his parents raised him to love all things in nature. He graduated from Homestead High School in Cupertino, CA, earned a BA in Music Performance and an MA in Human Services from Fresno Pacific University.
Neal’s personality and artistic brilliance flowed through his music, translated to his gardening, blessed countless relationships, and found its sustenance in a limitless confidence in Christ.
Instead of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Central Baptist Church to fund the various interests of Neal’s diverse passions. Please note in the memo of your contribution: music scholarship; overseas missions; or Modesto outreach.
A Scampering off to Heaven party honoring Neal was held on November 14, 2015, at the Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto.
Neal was a social worker with Stanislaus County, holding several different positions in Child Protective Services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health, and crisis intervention. Neal had several passions at which he was keenly talented: music (saxophone), theology (discipling others to Jesus), psychology, botany and gardening, and hiking. Neal served in the 561st and 562nd Air Guard Band for 20 years and also served as a pastor for several churches in the Central Valley and Bay Area.
Neal was born in Mountain View, CA. His father imbued him with an incredible work ethic which permeated every area of his life, and his parents raised him to love all things in nature. He graduated from Homestead High School in Cupertino, CA, earned a BA in Music Performance and an MA in Human Services from Fresno Pacific University.
Neal’s personality and artistic brilliance flowed through his music, translated to his gardening, blessed countless relationships, and found its sustenance in a limitless confidence in Christ.
Instead of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Central Baptist Church to fund the various interests of Neal’s diverse passions. Please note in the memo of your contribution: music scholarship; overseas missions; or Modesto outreach.
A Scampering off to Heaven party honoring Neal was held on November 14, 2015, at the Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto.
Posted 10/31/2015 - Sharon Manzo informed the Alumni that Doug Hale, passed away, Oct 23, 2015. Doug was a 906 for the 146 AES, and later transferred over to the Hospital Don't know the actual diagnosis, but talking to one of my letter carrier friends from the post office, he was told that Doug had called his brother, and said he was having a hard time breathing. His brother told him to call 9-1-1, and by the time he got to his house a half hour later, paramedics were there, and Doug already gone. That's all I know, and I'm trying to find more information. He moved to Ohio after he retired from the post office a couple years ago, to be with his family. He retired from the Air National Guard a few years before that. I was told he was 58 years old. I have heard from him through emails now and then, but never sounded like anything was wrong.
Updated 9/4/2015 - Ron Hess contacted Mick Bouchaert yesterday to inform us that his wife Candy Hess had passed away last weekend . Candy had Dementia for the past 3 years and required 24/7 care. Services were held on 10 Sep 2015 in San Juan Capistrano at Mission Basilica. Graveside services followed at Forest Lawn Burbank.
It is with a very heavy heart and sadness that we notify you on the Last Flight of Simon Outmesquine our dear friend and Airman.
Sunday night Tony Volante received a call from Jan Outmesguine on the passing of Simon at 7PM from Cancer. Arrangements were made by Simon's son and wife Jan with Eden Mortuary and Cemetery in the San Fernando Valley.
Simon Outmesguine of La Quinta, California, passed away on August 16, 2015. Services were held August 20 at the Groman Eden Mortuary in the Eternal Light Chapel. Burial followed at the Eden Memorial Park. Simon is survived by his wife, Jan; children, Michael (Angela) Outmesguine, Jennifer (Daniel) Marr, In Loving Memory, daughter, Diana Marie; grandchildren, Jesse, Nicole, Mikey and Julia; sisters-in-law, Mimi (Courtney), Khatia (Rick), In Loving Memory, Karin "Kicki"; brothers-in-law, George (OBM-Kicki) and Creighton (Rita); and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements under the direction of Groman Eden Mortuary, Mission Hills, CA.
Services were held at Eden Memorial Park, Mission Hills on August 20, 2015 with full military honors.
Sunday night Tony Volante received a call from Jan Outmesguine on the passing of Simon at 7PM from Cancer. Arrangements were made by Simon's son and wife Jan with Eden Mortuary and Cemetery in the San Fernando Valley.
Simon Outmesguine of La Quinta, California, passed away on August 16, 2015. Services were held August 20 at the Groman Eden Mortuary in the Eternal Light Chapel. Burial followed at the Eden Memorial Park. Simon is survived by his wife, Jan; children, Michael (Angela) Outmesguine, Jennifer (Daniel) Marr, In Loving Memory, daughter, Diana Marie; grandchildren, Jesse, Nicole, Mikey and Julia; sisters-in-law, Mimi (Courtney), Khatia (Rick), In Loving Memory, Karin "Kicki"; brothers-in-law, George (OBM-Kicki) and Creighton (Rita); and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements under the direction of Groman Eden Mortuary, Mission Hills, CA.
Services were held at Eden Memorial Park, Mission Hills on August 20, 2015 with full military honors.
Posted 7/29/2015 - Lt Col (Ret) Billy Bird. Byron Smith was notified by Mrs. Mary Bird of the passing of her husband on the 27th of July 2015.
Billy Bird, retired from the 146th AW/115th TAS after a long career in the ANG. He was one of the most well liked and highly respected pilot in the Airlift Squadron and long time member of the 146th Alumni Association. Bill will always be remembered as a terrific friend, outstanding aviator, and dedicated patriot and will be missed by many family and friends. Please visit the Mortuary website to share memories.
Services were held at the England Family Mortuary in Temecula on 8 Aug 2015, followed by a reception at the family home in Murrieta.
Billy Bird, retired from the 146th AW/115th TAS after a long career in the ANG. He was one of the most well liked and highly respected pilot in the Airlift Squadron and long time member of the 146th Alumni Association. Bill will always be remembered as a terrific friend, outstanding aviator, and dedicated patriot and will be missed by many family and friends. Please visit the Mortuary website to share memories.
Services were held at the England Family Mortuary in Temecula on 8 Aug 2015, followed by a reception at the family home in Murrieta.
Posted 7/17/2015 - The Alumni received a call this morning from Donna Thibeault, daughter of Donald Thibeault on the passing of her Dad. LTC Donald W Thibeault, was an Alumni member and served with the Civil Engineering Squadron until he retired in 1988.
Notice received from family:
This message is from Don’s son David and his daughter Donna to let you know that Don passed away on Wednesday night, July 15, in the early evening.
Dad struggled with stage 4 Mesothelioma (lung cancer) for the past 7 months. We made him as comfortable as possible, and as he took his last breath we were at his side, playing his favorite old hymns (with Elvis singing Amazing Grace, Just a Closer Walk with Thee, How Great Thou Art, and more).
Services were held at the Santa Clara Chapel on 31 July 2015 followed by services with military honors at the Miramar National Cemetery on 20 Aug 2015.
Notice received from family:
This message is from Don’s son David and his daughter Donna to let you know that Don passed away on Wednesday night, July 15, in the early evening.
Dad struggled with stage 4 Mesothelioma (lung cancer) for the past 7 months. We made him as comfortable as possible, and as he took his last breath we were at his side, playing his favorite old hymns (with Elvis singing Amazing Grace, Just a Closer Walk with Thee, How Great Thou Art, and more).
Services were held at the Santa Clara Chapel on 31 July 2015 followed by services with military honors at the Miramar National Cemetery on 20 Aug 2015.
Posted 7/13/2015: Jan has notified the Alumni on the passing of her loving husband Geret "Jerry" Kritzer on July 12th, 2015. His children were present. Jerry was buried at the Boulder City Veterans Cemetery and the service held was private for the family.
Jeff their son has put together a video on YouTube for all to enjoy memories of Jerry.
https://youtu.be/oQDLRz-J4Ik
Jeff their son has put together a video on YouTube for all to enjoy memories of Jerry.
https://youtu.be/oQDLRz-J4Ik
Posted 7/3/2015: William "Bill" Silberkleit, 92, a retired Air Force Lt. Colonel and owner of Silver Palm and Jolie Femme Clothing Manufacturers passed away on Monday June 22, 2015. Bill was born on August 17, 1922 in Bronx, NY to Jacob and Selma Silberikleit and was a Nevada resident since 1999.
Bill was lead navigator for the 305th 442nd squadron on D-Day. He is survived by Rose, his beloved wife of 30-years, three children, Joy, Jay and Tom; one step-son Eugene; four grandchildren and three great grand-children.
Burial services were held on June 29th, 2015 at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City. The family requests donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or the Southern Nevada Chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Bill was lead navigator for the 305th 442nd squadron on D-Day. He is survived by Rose, his beloved wife of 30-years, three children, Joy, Jay and Tom; one step-son Eugene; four grandchildren and three great grand-children.
Burial services were held on June 29th, 2015 at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City. The family requests donations be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or the Southern Nevada Chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
POSTED 6/30/2015: SMSgt Ray Backen passed away from complications of ALC (Lou Gehrig's Disease on May 18th, 2015 at his parent's home in Port Orchard, WA. Ray served honorably in the USAF for over 27 years where his duties took him all of their the work, including Italy, Spain, German, England, France, Bosnia and others. He worked at the Pentagon for the Defense Department Jude Advocate General's Office in Washington D.C. Ray's parents Nancy and Richard would like to thank his co-workers and friends who donated more than 400 hours of leave and support to him. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to "The ALS Association" who provided Ray compassionate assistance and much support
POSTED 5/28/2015: The Alumni was notified that retired MSgt Jim Martinez passed away on May 23rd at the age of 75. Jim was a supervisor in the Environmental Shop at the Van Nuys Air Guard Base. Jim also served as a swat-team member during President Reagen's tenure at the base. Jim is survived by his wife Sharon Martinez. Private services and a celebration of life gathering were held in Sylmar, CA on May 31st.
POSTED 11/14/2013: By Smith notified the Alumni on the passing of James Quinlan on Tuesday, 11/12/2013. He is an alumni, retired in 1984 from 146th CAMS. He was a great Airman and friend. Funeral arrangements will be posted when made available.
POSTED 11/7/2013: John Misterly III notified the alumni that Jean Marie Misterly, wife of Col John Misterly, passed away on Nov 4th from natural causes at the age of 92. She will be cremated and interred at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon on November 21st.
POSTED 10/10/2013: Scott Bjork has notified the Alumni Association that SMSgt Dale Smith passed away Sunday morning October 6, 2013 in Sonoma CA. Dale was a long time technician in Van Nuys, working in CBPO. Dale Retired in 1976. He is survived by his wife Jolene Smith
POSTED 10/10/2013: Scott Bjork has notified the Alumni Association that SMSgt Dale Smith passed away Sunday morning October 6, 2013 in Sonoma CA. Dale was a long time technician in Van Nuys, working in CBPO. Dale Retired in 1976. He is survived by his wife Jolene Smith
POSTED 8/28/2013: Lynn Copsey, long time Flight Engineer in the 115th Airlift Squadron, passed away on 26 August. Lynn had battled cancer for several years, he took a sudden turn for the worse this past weekend and passed early Monday morning. At his request, a formal service will not be held. A celebration of life was held at the family home on August 31st.
POSTED 5/1/2013: Michelle Morris notified the Alumni that Morris Savitz, passed away on March 15, 2011 from Parkinson's disease. Tony Volante found out about this when trying to reach him recently. MSgt Savitz retired from the Guard in 1984 and was a member of the 146th Hospital.
POSTED 5/1/2013: Michelle Morris notified the Alumni that Morris Savitz, passed away on March 15, 2011 from Parkinson's disease. Tony Volante found out about this when trying to reach him recently. MSgt Savitz retired from the Guard in 1984 and was a member of the 146th Hospital.
UPDATED: 4/12/2013: Robert W. “Bob” Fabian joined the North Dakota Air National Guard in Jan. 1951 and was activated shortly after. He later served at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. He was discharged from George Air Force Base, Victorville, CA in 1952. Later he joined the Calif. Air National Guard and retired in 1992 from the Wing as the AGE superintendent and Alumni Member. Bob passed away of a heart attack on March 28th, 2013 and had suffered from complications of Parkinson’s Disease for the past 15 years. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lois; 3 children, Larry, Rebecca and Linda; 8 grandchildren, Nathan, Natalie, Andrew, Chrissy, Tyler, Daniel, Brent and Anna; and 4 great granddaughters, Ellia, Samantha, Rachel and Hannah. Bob has left a heritage of generosity and care for others and will be missed by family and friends. Memorial services were held April 28th at the Moorpark Presbyterian Church.
POSTED: 2/13/2013: Carol Hurt has notified the Alumni that her daughter Sandra Davis passed away on 2/13/2013 at the age of 55. Sandi had many friends in the Alumni and served with Tony Volante in the Comptroller Branch at Van Nuys and Channel Islands. Additional details will be provided when available. A memorial service and receptions was held for Rose at the Anacapa Yacht Club on March 19th.
POSTED: 2/13/2013: Carol Hurt has notified the Alumni that her daughter Sandra Davis passed away on 2/13/2013 at the age of 55. Sandi had many friends in the Alumni and served with Tony Volante in the Comptroller Branch at Van Nuys and Channel Islands. Additional details will be provided when available. A memorial service and receptions was held for Rose at the Anacapa Yacht Club on March 19th.
UPDATED 3/20/ 2013: A memorial service and receptions were held for Rose Marley at the Anacapa Yacht Club on March 19th. Rose was cremated Friday, 2/8/2013. She wanted her ashes to be spread out in the sea with many flowers.
Bill Marley has notified the Alumni that Rose Marley passed away unexpectedly in her sleep Sunday Morning, February 3rd. I'm utterly beside myself with grief for her. I know she is in a better place with no more pain and suffering to endure but I will miss her so much.
During the last four years we have been together constantly as I cared for her many needs. It was difficult for her being bedridden and unable to walk a single step. She had been so active with the yacht club and all of her many friends. This had to be detrimental to her physical and mental health.
Rose Retired from the Wing in 1988. In addition to being a member of the Alumni she was a long standing member of the yachting community serving as Commodore of the Navy Yacht Club in 1993, Commodore of the Association of Santa Barbara Channel Yacht Clubs in 1994 and a member of the International Order of the Blue Gavel and the Anacapa Yacht Club. Rose was 73.
POSTED 1/24/2013: The son of Alumni member Norman Pierson notified Ted Fukuda that he fell ill on 31 December, 2012 and passed away 16 January from complications from pneumonia. His wife Annabelle & family held private services at Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills on 18 January 2013. "Norm" served as a State employee under the Civil Engineers at Van Nuys and recall that he had many skills and was an excellent "Handyman" taking the lead on facility projects and maintenance.
POSTED 31 DEC 2012: Jose Tobo received a message from Paula Elefante, the niece of MSgt (Ret) Stanley M. McClary, stating that Stan had passed away this morning, after a long battle with various health issues. Stanley M. McClary was a member of the 146th, assigned to the Motor Pool way back in the 60's and a member of our Alumni. Services were held for Stan, Thursday on 3 Jan 2013 at the Perez Family Funeral Home. The funeral was held at the National Cemetery in Riverside, CA on 4 Jan 2013.
Bill Marley has notified the Alumni that Rose Marley passed away unexpectedly in her sleep Sunday Morning, February 3rd. I'm utterly beside myself with grief for her. I know she is in a better place with no more pain and suffering to endure but I will miss her so much.
During the last four years we have been together constantly as I cared for her many needs. It was difficult for her being bedridden and unable to walk a single step. She had been so active with the yacht club and all of her many friends. This had to be detrimental to her physical and mental health.
Rose Retired from the Wing in 1988. In addition to being a member of the Alumni she was a long standing member of the yachting community serving as Commodore of the Navy Yacht Club in 1993, Commodore of the Association of Santa Barbara Channel Yacht Clubs in 1994 and a member of the International Order of the Blue Gavel and the Anacapa Yacht Club. Rose was 73.
POSTED 1/24/2013: The son of Alumni member Norman Pierson notified Ted Fukuda that he fell ill on 31 December, 2012 and passed away 16 January from complications from pneumonia. His wife Annabelle & family held private services at Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills on 18 January 2013. "Norm" served as a State employee under the Civil Engineers at Van Nuys and recall that he had many skills and was an excellent "Handyman" taking the lead on facility projects and maintenance.
POSTED 31 DEC 2012: Jose Tobo received a message from Paula Elefante, the niece of MSgt (Ret) Stanley M. McClary, stating that Stan had passed away this morning, after a long battle with various health issues. Stanley M. McClary was a member of the 146th, assigned to the Motor Pool way back in the 60's and a member of our Alumni. Services were held for Stan, Thursday on 3 Jan 2013 at the Perez Family Funeral Home. The funeral was held at the National Cemetery in Riverside, CA on 4 Jan 2013.
POSTED 18 DEC 2012: Lt Col Dan LeRay Leadlay, 82, passed away peacefully November 7, 2012 following a brief illness. Dan entered the Air Force in 1952 and flew the B-29 Flying Fortress during the Korean Conflict. He later transitioned to flying fighter jets for the 11th Bombardment Wing. After serving 3 years on active duty he joined the California Air Guard where he served until he retired as a Lt Colonel. In civilian life he served as Captain for Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA) for 25 years and USAir for 5 years. Dan was a avid yachtsman and spent his final years sailing the Southern California coastline.
POSTED 9 Nov 2012: Just prior to our October 2012 Reunion we were notified that Ira Horowitz passed away on 16 October. Ira served as the Simulator Superintendent and retired as a Branch Chief for the Maintenance Squadron at Van Nuys. The family held a Celebration of Life for Ira on 11 November 2012 at the Church of Hope in Canyon Country.
POSTED 09/26/2012: Ed Blum advises that Jim Bishop took his final flight west on the evening of 24 September. His desire was to be cremated so there will be no funeral. The family will schedule a memorial service at a later date. Jim was one of our Old timers we honored at Laughlin in October 2010. Reference our Last Flight notice emailed to members on 09/26/2012 for family contact info for sending condolences. A Celebration of Life was held for Jim September 30, 2012.
Click the file below to read Jim's Bio provided for our Old Timers Reunion in 2010
Click the file below to read Jim's Bio provided for our Old Timers Reunion in 2010
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POSTED: 12 Jul 2012: Ron Anderson notified the alumni that Dwight R. Storms (Stormy)
passed away on 7/12/12 from a heart attack. He was 79 years young and his 80th would have been the following Sunday. He was a former member of the 115th. He was diagnosed with lung cancer over a year and a half ago and has been in and out of the hospital. Tony Volante called his daughter Debbie Powell this morning to offer the 146th Alumni Association's condolences. Dwight is proceeded in death by his wife Audrey (2001). Audrey worked in our dispensary at the 146th. Dwight was interred at the Simi Valley Cemetery on July 20th, 2012.
passed away on 7/12/12 from a heart attack. He was 79 years young and his 80th would have been the following Sunday. He was a former member of the 115th. He was diagnosed with lung cancer over a year and a half ago and has been in and out of the hospital. Tony Volante called his daughter Debbie Powell this morning to offer the 146th Alumni Association's condolences. Dwight is proceeded in death by his wife Audrey (2001). Audrey worked in our dispensary at the 146th. Dwight was interred at the Simi Valley Cemetery on July 20th, 2012.
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