REPA Memorials
Widows, Wives & Affiliates not previously listed in REPArtee
Mrs. Vicki Davison,
wife of Captain J. L. (Buddy) Davison, February 26, 2017
Mrs. Adeline Mary Wolbert, wife of Captain Joe Wolbert, February 21, 2017
Mrs. Silma Johnston, widow of Captain Wayne Johnston, January 24, 2017
Mrs. Barbara Christopher, widow of Capt Chester F. Christopher,
Jan. 23, 2017
Mrs. Ann Evans, widow of Captain Creighton Evans, January 4, 2017
Mrs. Levada Hudspeth, widow of Captain Darrell Hudspeth, December 18, 2016
Elizabeth McDonald Josephs, widow of Capt. Robet A. Josephs,
Nov. 1, 2016
Mrs. Ann Vance, widow of Captain Joe Vance, September 3, 2016
Mr. Frank McGaughey, husband of Affiliate Carolyn McGaughey, Aug. 6,
2016
Mrs. Virginia N. Holden, widow of Captain Bob Holden, July 27, 2016
F/A Constance Dean Woolfolk, wife of Capt. Raymond Woolfolk,
June 26, 2016
Clara M. Jamieson Gatling, widow of Capt. George Gatling, Jr., April 28,
2016
Mrs. Mary C. Malarz, wife of Captain Chester Malarz, December 23, 2014
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain David L Villers…
Captain William Burbage reports that Captain Villers died on September 1, 2018 at age 80, after playing a game of golf the day before…
No other information is available at this time…
Jim Holder
We regret to inform you of the passing of two former Eastern Pilots…
Captain A. A. (Amos) Buchanan died April 7, 2018, age unknown…
First Officer Thomas O. Murray died in May 2014, at age 72…
Jim Holder
Therefore the celebration will be for family and close friends at Fleet Landing…
Jim Holder
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His Celebration of Life is the same day at 1:30 PM, in the Fleet Landings Windward Hall. This will be a true celebration, just what he wanted. Please join us.
Marie
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Harry V. Madsen…
Captain Larry Schulte reports that Captain Madsen died on August 26, 2018, at age 93…
Harry was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Joan (nee Farnell)…
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, September 3, 2018, in Faulkner Funeral Homes, Bristow-Faulkner Chapel, Saluda, Virginia…
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Harry’s name to the Middlesex County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 98, Deltaville, VA 23043…
Jim Holder
There will be a Memorial Service for Captain Dave Vaughter however the date and location are not yet available…We will post the information as soon as we get it…
Jim Holder
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Edward F. Holcombe…Captain Neal Holland reports that Captain Holcombe died on August 17, 2018 due to complications resulting from surgery. He was 87 years old…
A Memorial Mass is scheduled at St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, Maryland on Saturday, September 22nd at 9:00 AM…His ashes will be interred at St. Joseph’s new Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio…
Jim Holder
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain John Andrew Fuselier… Captain Fuselier died Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at age 87…
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held, Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Christ the King Catholic Church in Daphne, Alabama...Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service...Interment will be at the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spanish Fort, Alabama at a later date…
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Clifford W. Crittenden… Captain Crittenden passed away in hospice on Saturday, August 4, 2018, at age 72… No other information is available at this time…
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Roy E. (Tuffy) Alexander…Mrs. Mary Ann Abraham reports that Tuffy died over the weekend of August 4th/5th, at age 91…
There will be an informal luncheon on Saturday August 18th at the DeSoto State Park in Fort Payne, Alabama, starting at 11:00 AM…After which there will be a Memorial Service from 3:00 – 4:00 PM…
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We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Warren K. Wochek…
Captain Wochek passed away on February 10, 2017, at the age of 92. He was predeceased by his wife Charlotte. Warren served in WW II as a B-17 pilot…
Per his request he was cremated…
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Aelred H. (Al) Schwery.
Captain Jim Huey reports that Captain Schwery died in Albuquerque, NM on July 19, 2018, at age 83.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James H. (Jim) Bowen…
His daughter, Ms. Karen Bowen, has advised us that her father died on July 20, 2018, at age 88…
At this time the arrangements are incomplete…
Jim Holder
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Ladies and Gentlemen….
We regret to inform you of the passing of four former Eastern Flight Engineers and Pilots
Alfred J. French died, Sunday, July 8, 2018, at his residence in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, at age 93. Alfred was born on January 21, 1925 in Chelsea and was the son of the late Alfred and Lillian (Foley) French.
He later went on the serve as a Sergeant in the US Army Air Corps during WWII and was a veteran of many combat missions during his two years of active duty service. Alfred was later a Flight Engineer for Eastern Air Lines at the Boston Base.
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Former Eastern Flight Engineer Frederick Gerard Mitchell Jr. was born in New Bern, North Carolina on August 26, 1927 and passed away peacefully on June 22, 2018, at his home in Marietta, Georgia, at age 90.
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Robert James Rydeen, age 77, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2018. He was born in St. Paul Minnesota, to the late Robert & Anne (Gibson) Rydeen.
Bob led a full life and
was fortunate to travel the world. He then went onto many endeavors in his
lifetime; police officer, bush pilot, photographer for WTCN and WCCO in
Minnesota and an Eastern Air Lines Captain,
As Bob was an avid
reader, his Celebration of Life will be held at the Fremont Town Library (7
Jackie Bernier Drive, Fremont NH) on August 26th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like you to consider donating to either of the following causes: http://www.stroke.org/ways-give/donate, https://farnumcenter.org/donation/ or http://www.hopeonhavenhill.org/donate.html
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Captain Walter Robert Scott, age 88, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May
30th, in Jacksonville, surrounded by his children. He was born January 27,
1930, to father, Alvin, and mother, Laura, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Walter was admitted to the Royal Military College,
graduating in 1953. He subsequently joined the Royal Canadian Air Force,
where he discovered his lifelong passion for flying, serving his country with
distinction in the cockpit of an F-86 Sabre fighter jet. In 1966.
Walter resigned from the RCAF at the rank of Squadron
Leader to become a commercial airline pilot with Eastern Air Lines. He and his
young family moved to Sparta, New Jersey, and Walter enjoyed a successful
career with Eastern until retiring in the very early 1990s. Soon after
retiring, Walter undertook a second career as Simulator Training Captain with
Airbus, training younger pilots with patience, gentleness and wit.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Walter in the coming months.
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Many thanks to former BNF Flight Attendant Sharyn Finnegan for finding the above obituaries for us.
Captain Jim Huey has provided us with the below information on Arrangements for Captain Al Schwery…
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of two more Eastern Pilots…
It appears, per our limited records, that while both hired on at Eastern the same day, October 10, 1966, neither later flew as Captain…
William E. Pence III died in January of 2017, at age 80 and Robert E. Lee died in March of 2018, at age 86…
Jim Holder
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We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Warren K. Wochek…
Captain Wochek passed away on February 10, 2017, at the age of 92. He was predeceased by his wife Charlotte. Warren served in WW II as a B-17 pilot…
Per his request he was cremated…
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Aelred H. (Al) Schwery.
Captain Jim Huey reports that Captain Schwery died in Albuquerque, NM on July 19, 2018, at age 83.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James Vernon (Jim) Russell.
Captain Roy Newby reports that Captain Russell died on June 26, 2018, at age 86.
Services were held on July 1, 2018.
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of former Eastern First Officer Guillermo E. Hernandez
He passed away on May 24, 2018, at the age of 74.
Born in Cuba, Bill came to the USA with his family at the age of 10, this in 1954. We believe he left Eastern in 1985.
A graveside burial took place on May 29, 2018, in Allen, Texas.
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We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Pilot Charles R. (Chuck) Childers…
His good friend, Larry Mueller, at Seven Lakes Airport near Jackson, Georgia, just advised us that Chuck passed away on May 17, 2018, at age 83…
A Memorial Service was held on June 2th...
He was survived by his wife, Anne and daughters, Debra Cook, Linda McCumber, Connie Childers and son, Mike Childers…
We regret to inform you of the passing of former Eastern Pilot Bruce A. Ronning…
Not much is known about his time at Eastern as he was hired on June 4, 1968 but is not shown on the 1975 Seniority List…
He was born on November 27, 1942 and died on June 4, 2018, at age 75…
Retired Eastern Captain Vincent A.
Lamberti
We regret to inform you of the passing of Retired Eastern Captain Vincent A. Lamberti.
Captain Dick Borrelli reports that Vince passed away of natural causes at the age of 93 in Marietta, Georgia on May 6, 2018.
At this time we do not know about the Arrangements.
Jim Holder
Retired Eastern Captain Murray Edward
(Buddy) Burke
Ladies and Gentlemen…
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Murray Edward (Buddy) Burke on June 13, 2018…Captain Burke proudly served his country as a United States Marine...Captain John Tristani, also a Marine, reports that Captain Burke, a former Eastern Air Lines Northeast Chief Pilot died at age 88…
His family will receive friends at Assumma-Shankey Funeral Home, Pearl River, New York today, June 18th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM…Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated tomorrow, June 19th, at St. Margaret's Church, Pearl River, New York with interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah, New Jersey…
In charge of the arrangements are Assumma-Shankey Funeral Home, 34 N Summit St, Pearl River, New York 10965, (845) 735-4849…
Jim Holder
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Richard Daniel Vanasse…Captain Vanasse died peacefully in Blue Hill, Maine, on May 9, 2018, one month shy of his 94th birthday. He was a Naval Aviation Cadet and was commissioned as an ensign in the United States Naval Reserve in September 1944. During World War II, Ensign Vanasse served as a fighter-bomber pilot with the U.S. Pacific Fleet… He remained with the Naval Reserve until 1957…
Dick went to work for Eastern Air Lines as a co-pilot and flight engineer in June 1957 and remained with Eastern until his retirement on June 9, 1984…He was predeceased by his wife, Anne, and his family is especially grateful to Dr. Ronald Prokopius and his fellow physicians, nurses, and staff at Blue Hill Memorial Hospital for their efforts, care, and dedication during Dick's final days which they performed with great kindness and compassion…
Dick will be interred next to Anne at Sandy Point, Maine in a Private Service…
A Celebration of his life will be scheduled for friends and family later this summer…
Jim Holder
He had acquired an interest in airplanes as a boy and decided to take flying lessons. He was hired as a pilot with Eastern with only 400 hours of flying time and went on to enjoy a 38-year career. He liked to say that he retired from work the first day of his job as a pilot, he had found his passion in life! He was a loyal company man to Eastern and stood up for his beliefs and crossed the picket line when the machinist union struck Eastern, eventually causing the company to collapse as he had predicted it would.
He enjoyed his retirement years to the fullest playing golf, traveling, sailing his sailboat on Mobile Bay, spending time with and entertaining his huge circle of beloved friends. John is predeceased by his parents, Cliffie Mae and John McElhaney; baby brother, Jack McElhaney; and sister, Lynette Wooten McKean. John is survived by his daughter, Jennifer McElhaney (David) Husack; his treasured only grandchild, Sarah Lynne Schuster; brother, W. Kenneth (Emily Persons) McElhaney; treasured nephew and nieces, Ken (Erica) McElhaney, Diane (Mike) Johnson, Suzanne (Rob) Kiser, Melissa (Derek) Scott.
John adored spending time with his 8 great nieces and nephews and 8 great- great nieces and nephews! He is also survived by a plethora of fun loving cousins! A celebration of John's life will be held May 3, 2017, beginning at 5:00 pm, with memories and prayers beginning at 5:30pm at the "5 Rivers Delta Center" in the Delta Hall, in Spanish Fort, AL.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John's memory to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org, or Angel Flight Inc., www.angelflight.com, or Bethel United Methodist Church, 4671 Hwy 21, Atmore, AL, 36502. Expressions of condolence may be offered at www.hughesfh.com. Arrangements are by Hughes Funeral Home in Daphne.
Captain Ronald “Mike” Earl Garen
Ronald “Mike” Earl Garen, age 79, of Clearwater, Florida, died Sunday night, February 4, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Born September 23, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana, he was the son of the late Helene Lalumiere Garen and the late Anthony Garen.
Mike was a commercial airline
pilot for Eastern Airlines upon retiring in 1990. He began his career at the
airline as a baggage handler in 1957. As he worked hard to achieve his goal by
becoming an airline mechanic, he decided his true passion was in flying and
began his journey to becoming an airline engineer, a co-pilot and finally an
airline captain of Boeing’s 1011 and 727. He enjoyed 33 years of service to the
airline and always believed that God was his co-pilot as he flew to far-away
places. He enjoyed traveling, genealogy, football and a good political debate.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Ellen Louise Garen; along with two daughters; Susan Asciutto (husband Vincent Asciutto Jr.) of Largo, Florida and Cynthia Freed (Tad Leach), of Clearwater, Florida. 7 grandchildren, Debra (husband Nicolino) Dapice, Rachel Rivers, Michael Asciutto, Garen Freed, Vincent Asciutto III, Robin Crane (husband Matt), and Audrey Asciutto. 7 great-grandchildren Olivia Dapice, Alexander Dapice, Sidney Rivers IV, Matt Crane, Micah Bright, Raenbow Bright and Leonard Bright; one sibling, Toni Posey of Weatherford, Texas; and many other loving nieces, nephews and relatives.
Memorial service were be held at David C. Gross Funeral Home at 830 N Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Empath Health, Yellow Team of Pinellas County, 5771 Roosevelt Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33760.
Prayer of the Pilot By Cecil Roberts
Lord of the Sea and Earth and Air
Listen to the Pilot’s Prayer -
Send him wind that steady and strong,
Grant that his engine sings his song
Of flawless tone, by which he knows
It should not fail him where he goes;
Landing, gliding, in curve, half-roll-
Grant him, O Lord, a full control,
That he may learn in heights of Heaven
The rapture that altitude has given,
That he shall know the joy they feel
Who ride Thy realms on Birds of Steel.
“The Love of the Pilot” By Cindy Freed
The pilot’s love is never a job
It is the passion that never subsides
And even when the pilot is grounded
He always seems to have an eye to the sky
As he marries his sweetheart
And raises a family
The years seem to go quickly by
He patiently waits
For call of the sky
But he continues to live out his life
Then all of sudden he looks to the sky
And it begins to tug at his heart
The passion remains
It was never restrained
For he was always ready to dart
God makes a visit and offers him grace
Ever so softly smiling down on his face
He tells him he’s ready
For adventure of plenty
The ride of his life
That takes him away
But never fear
For family is near
As he goes on to the next place
From a distance the sky may seem
Blue and gray
But to the pilot it is so much more
It is the place that offers him strength in his heart
And roar of the engine that becomes lore
Loving a pilot is ever so easy
For they always seem to be so blessed
For who is as close to the all-mighty heavens
As the man who flies with a heart of gold in his chest
Robert Earl Sublett Sr.
August 17, 1942 - May 24, 2017
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Robert Earl Sublett, passed away on May 24 2017 in Sarasota, Florida, leaving to mourn family and friends.
All are welcome to attend and celebrate Robert Earl Sublett's life. Family and Friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Earl Sublett to pay them a last tribute.
Matthew
Donald Akstin
July 8, 1931 - June 21, 2017
Matthew
Donald Akstin, born in Astoria, NY in July of 1931, passed away on June 21st 2017, just a few
days shy of his 86th birthday. Matthew was a lover of machinery, engines in
particular. He served in the Air National Guard during the Korean War as Crew
Chief for his Gooney Bird. During his voluntary enlistment, Matthew passed the
GED, and later utilized the G.I. Bill to achieve his pilot's license and
instructor's rating.
Through his keen knowledge of aviation, Matthew was noticed, and given the
opportunity to take a test for Eddie Rickenbacker's Eastern Airlines at
Rockefeller Center. Matthew's prowess earned him the responsibility of Captain
for Eastern Airlines. He is now named as a pioneer of commercial aviation on a
plaque in Atlanta-Hartsfield Airport. He loved to fly the DC-9, and was the
pilot of the last commercial flight of the Lockheed Constellation.
Captain Akstin flew 29 years, before retiring to care for his wife, Janet
Phalen Akstin in 1986. They sold their home, and lived full-time in a beautiful
motorhome, where Matthew could dedicate twenty-four hours to nursing, yet still
embrace life, seeing America with Jan. Matthew enjoyed visiting family and friends in the coach, and was invigorated
by the freedom. He often recommended the lifestyle.
Janet predeceased Matt in 1997, as did his parents Daisy and Marty Akstin, and
his brother, Richardallen, all of Robertsdale, AL. Matthew is survived by his
sister, Simonee of Warwick, NY; brother, Wayne of Hillsborough, NC; son,
Matthew Daniel Akstin of Juneau, AK; and daughter Kerry Britt of Columbus,
Georgia. Matthew proudly boasts of his grandchildren: Matthew Douglas Akstin of Acworth,
GA; Anja Marie Akstin of Tampa, FL; Christopher Drew Akstin, a student at
Embry?Riddle University in Daytona, FL; Cole Britt, a student at Georgia
Military College in Columbus, GA; and youngest grandchild, Kelly Britt, age 12,
of Columbus, GA. Great grandchildren are Ava Danielle Akstin and Matthew Damian Akstin, of
Acworth, GA.
Matthew will be interred next to his wife, Janet, at Baldwin Memorial Cemetery
in Robertsdale, AL.
Name : Carl Clauson
Subject: : SAD NEWS...JACK MOGUS HAS PASSED
I'm sorry to inform you that I just received information advising me that Jack has passed. He apparently died of natural causes peacefully in his bed Friday night. They found him today after calls to the house and cell phones went unanswered.
They do not have funeral plans yet, but said they expected the services would be Friday. I will post any information as soon as I receive it. I know he was an Eastern Pilot for many years. He lived in Leesburg, VA and was a member of the local Virginia's Eastern Pilot Association.
Would you pass on this information for me.
Carl Clauson
Captain Jack Cochran reports that Captain Herbert N. M. McCarthney, age 81, of Griffin, Georgia passed away last Thursday, September 28th.
His funeral is today, October 1st, at 4:00 PM at the Chapel of Hairston McCullough Funeral Home in Griffin, Georgia.
Jim Holder
We were sorry to hear of the passing of retired Eastern Captain, Harry Charles Tysinger, Jr.as reported by Captain Dick Borrelli. Harry died on April 19, 2017, at the age of 80.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 24, 2017, at Christ the King Charismatic Episcopal Church in Sharpsburg, Georgia at noon. Services will also be held in Carrabelle, Florida at a later date.McKoon Funeral Home in Newnan is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations In Memory of Harry be made to Gentiva Hospice, 2525 Hwy. 34 East, Newnan, Georgia 30265.es may be expressed to the family online at www.mckoon.com.
Services for Captain Francis H. (Rocky) Root
Francis H. "Rocky" Root age 99 ½ of East Point, GA Flew First Class home on April 12, 2017 from his residence.
Rocky was
a member of Southwest Christian Church, REPA, ALPA, and Men of the 57th
BombWing. He retired after 30 years of dedicated service as a Captain with
Eastern Airlines. We salute him for holding the title as the oldest Eastern
Airlines Pilot.
He proudly served his country as a bomber Pilot in the Army Air
Corps of the Armed Forces of the United States. He earned several medals
including 3 Bronze Stars, The Air Medal, and the Air Support Oak Leaf Clusters.
He also earned his nickname "Rocky".
Rocky was born Francis Henry
Root. In Westfield, Mass on August 25, 1917. Our dad was preceded in death by
his wife of 66 years and our mother Kathleen C. Root. Surviving proudly is his
son Joseph Clayton Root and his two daughters, Beverly Ann Lamar and Linda R.
Shepherd. He was and is more than a devoted father and proud of his titles of Grandfather,
Great Grandfather and Great Great Grandfather. The joy on his face was
brightest during family gatherings and when his family would occupy an entire
pew at church. He along with our family are blessed with the devoted love and
care of our special angel, Sharon DeShazior for more than 15 years.
Graveside service will be held Friday, April 14, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 5755 Mallory Rd. College Park, Ga 30349. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Southwest Christian Church or the Charity of your Choice. Arrangements under the direction of Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Garden, College Park, GA.
Captain Jack H. Lewis
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Jack H. Lewis. His wife, Mrs. Mary Lou Lewis, reported via Email that he died on October 24, 2014, at age 95.
A Memorial Service will be held on November, 22nd
at 3:00 PM at the Granada Presbyterian Church located at 950 University Drive
in Coral Gables Florida. With Reception to follow at the Biscayne Bay Yacht
Club...
The obituary and video tribute can be viewed on www.vanorsdel.com...
Jim Holder
Captain Richard D. (Dick) Cook
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Richard D. (Dick) Cook. Captain Dick Borrelli advises that Captain Cook died over the weekend, at age 91.
No further information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Donald W Munson
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Sandy McCulloh regrets to advise the passing of retired Eastern Captain Donald W. Munson, late of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Don passed away August 24, 2014 from pneumonia at the age of 89.
No services are planned, and no other information is presently available.
Jim
Holder
Eastern Pilot James B Dougherty
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of former Eastern Pilot James B. Dougherty. We just learned that Jim passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2014, at age 65.
The services and interment took place earlier this week.
Jim Holder
Captain Theodore P "Ted" Judd
Captain Angel T Colon
Captain William J Turner
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of three retired Eastern Pilots.
Captain Theodore P. (Ted) Judd died in April 2014, at age
74.
Captain Angel T. Colon died on June 4, 2014, age
unknown.
Captain William J. Turner died on June 29, 2014, at age 87.
No other information is available this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Harold D "Hal" Snell
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Harold D. (Hal) Snell. His grand-daughter, Mrs. Shawn Price, advises that Hal died on August 5, 2014, at age 84.
She also stated the services are as shown below, tomorrow August 9th.
Harpeth Hills Funeral Home
9090 HWY 100
Nashville, TN 37221
Visitation from 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Services start at 3:00 PM
Jim Holder
Captain Harry J Garman II
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Harry J. Garman II. Captain Bob Marken reports that Harry died on May 18, 2014, at age 78.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Richard E "Dick" Boddy
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Richard E. (Dick) Boddy, age 89. Captain Harry Anderson advised us of Captain Boddy's death by the below Email.
Jim Holder
One of our captains, Richard E. (Dick) Boddy passed away in Oro Valley, Arizona on July 19th, from complications after heart valve replacement. He was 89 years old. I just e-mailed him last month and received an e-mail back from his wife who gave me the news. Her name is Lou and they have been married 44 years.
Dick was one of my favorite captains on the DC-9 and a professional in every way. He was also the captain who landed the L-1011 in Miami, as maintenance had accidentally left the oil drain plugs loose (no O-rings installed) on all engines on a maintenance check. After landing with just one engine running that engine sized up on the runway.
Captain William G "Bill" Beer
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William G. (Bill) Beer, age 79. Captain Paul Kelley reports that Captain Beer died on July 10, 2014.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Warren F Carson
Captain Paul M. Iuvone
We just learned of the passing of two of our retired Eastern
Captains.
Captain Lloyd Griffiths reports that the grandson of Captain Warren F. Carson told him that his grandfather had passed away last fall (2013), at age 97.
Captain Pete Vandersluis reports that Captain Paul M. Iuvone died on June 13, 2014, at age 90.
No other information on either is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain James G "Jim" Burgio
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you that retired Eastern Captain James G. (Jim) Burgio has passed away. He was in a Nursing Home in Greensboro, North Carolina. His son, Bob Burgio, reports that Jim died on May 25, 2014, just a few days short of his 96th Birthday.
Jim Holder
Captain Jack A Gerlin
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Jack A. Gerlin by receipt of the below Email.
Jim Holder
Please note that my father, Captain Jack A. Gerlin passed away at his home on June 7. 2014. Jack proudly wore his EAL wings on his hat daily. Jack and his family had celebrated his 95th birthday on May 7th, and he was still living independently at the time of his death.
Captain William A Lorence, Jr.
Captain John L. Boyce
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Thanks to Captain Bryon Clark we can report that the two retired Eastern Captains shown below have passed.
Many will recall that Captain Boyce, for several years, was the oldest REPA Member and possibly the oldest Eastern Captain.
Captain William A. Lorence, Jr. died on February 13, 2005, at age 85. He was living in Oregon at the time.
Captain John L. Boyce died on August 24, 2012, at age 92. He was living in Florida at the time.
By Rick DuVall
We will advise arrangements as soon as they are confirmed.
God bless you all!
Arrangements for Captain Curt Whaley
Visitation will be Tuesday, June
24th, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Naval Aviation Memorial Chapel at Pensacola
Naval Air Station, 131 Moffett Road, Building 1982. A Memorial Service will follow
Visitation at 1:00 PM with burial to follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
The family will receive visitors at a Celebration in Curt's honor immediately after the burial. This will be at the Mustin Beach Club at Pensacola NAS.
In lieu of flowers, Curt had requested memorial contributions be made to the Curtis Whaley Memorial Scholarship to help fund Laurel's medical school education. Please endorse for deposit only account #173650074, in care of USAA Federal Savings Bank at 10750 McDermott Freeway, San Antonio, Texas 78284-8426.
Jim Holder
We just received the below message from former EAL F/A and
REPA member Alexa Conway. Perhaps someone on the EAL info list can help
out.
Jim Holder
Attn: Pilots, FA's, and ground personnel who were around during the hijacking of James Hartley. If any of you can help his family member, it would be a gift.
Meanwhile, where IS that bust that used to be in the lobby? Anyone know?
please forward this to all of your EAL lists.
Thx, Alexa
From: Pat [mailto:naturaldetox4202@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 9:46 PM
I contacted you all several years ago about my cousin,
James E. Hartley, and received a great response. I am still wondering what happened
to his bust that was located at the James E. Hartley Training Center in Miami.
I am also attempting to locate the radio transmissions from the hijacking.
I had the report and my laptop was
stolen.
Please help me put the word for any items I may secure about my cousin.
My uncle also worked for Eastern as troubleshooter jet mechanics. Their names we're Wade Hasty and Edward Hartley. Uncle Ed was Jim's father. He died in 1974.
I have been looking for Uncle Wade's children, Charles and
Barbara. I believe they lived in Miami Springs and then moved near
Miramar, Fl. His wife's name was Kitty.
Thank you,
Patricia(Pat) Hartley
Captain Howard J. (Dan)
Danowski
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Howard J. (Dan) Danowski. His widow, Mrs. Shirley Danowski, reports that Dan died on April 2, 2014, at age 86.
No further information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Donald E "Don" Schumann
Ladies
and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Donald E. (Don) Schumann. Captain Michael Gibson reports that Don died on January 11, 2014, at age 89.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain J.L. "Tommy" Tompkins
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain J. L. (Tommy) Tompkins. Captain Steve McDonald reports that Tommy died on April 11, 2014, (in hospice) at Lake Placid, Florida. His wife, Grayle, and son, John, were present with him.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Henry E Beuttel
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Henry E. Beuttel.
Captain Beuttel died on January 25, 2014, at age 78. No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Luis M Vallecillo
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern (and formerly Caribair) Captain Luis M. Vallecillo, age 73.
His very close friend, Captain Jerry Frost, reports that Luis died peacefully this morning, March 27, 2014, after a very long illness.
At this time the Arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Captain Guy E Dixon
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Guy E. Dixon, at age 93. His son-in-law, Mr. Russ Geyer, advised us of Guy's death by the below message.
Jim Holder
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Jim,
I am sad to report the passing of my father-in-law, Guy Dixon on March 6th.
Guy always looked forward to receiving your magazine and as long as his sight held up he read it cover to cover immediately upon receiving it.
He was predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Adagene Bowman Dixon in 2011.
I am attaching the link to his Miami Herald obituary of Sunday, March 16th, as well as a Herald feature article by Howard Cohen of Tuesday, March 18th.
Mr. Cohen called Guy III after he read the draft of the obituary and said that he was so impressed with his dad's life that he wanted to do a feature article and would like to interview Guy III. I am attaching the link to that article.
Please feel free to contact me if I can give you any further information.
Russ Geyer
Captain Jerrell E "Jerry" Ozier
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Jerrell E. (Jerry) Ozier. Captain Paul Murphy reports that Captain Ozier died on Wednesday, March 5, 2014, at age 78.
Captain Ozier started with Eastern in August of 1955 as an Apprentice Mechanic and became a Pilot in February 1963.
The remains were cremated and at this time there are no plans for an Memorial Service.
Jim Holder
Captain Lyle T Lee
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Lyle T. Lee. Captain Tom Hopp reports that Lyle died on Sunday, March 9, 2014, at age 80.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Harvey L Griffith
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Harvey L. Griffith.
Captain Griffith died on January 2, 2014.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captains Sherman H. and Sherry F. Anderson
Ladies and
Gentlemen,
It is with much regret that we must advise you of the deaths of two former Eastern Pilots.
Captain Tia Robertson reports that Captains Sherman H. and Sherry F. Anderson were killed February 16th moments after take-off from Telluride Airport in Colorado in a Beech BE 35-33 Debonair. After Eastern Sherman flew for Air West, which was later merged into US Airways, and his wife, Sherry, later flew for United.
At this time we do not have any information yet on the Arrangements.
Jim Holder
Captain James Clinton "Jim" O'Rourke
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James Clinton (Jim) O'Rourke. Captain Larry Schulte reports that Captain O'Rourke died on February 3, 2014, at age 77.
There will be a Celebration of his life at 2:00 PM on February 19th at the Christ Lutheran Church in Lakewood, Washington.
Jim Holder
First Officer Jeffrey L Stephens
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of former Eastern First Officer Jeffrey L. Stephens, age unknown. Our records show that he hired on with Eastern on January 14, 1988. He was reported in the February 2014 Air Line Pilot magazine has having died in November of 2013.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Edgar N "Ed" Hobby, Jr
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Edgar N. (Ed) Hobby, Jr. Captain Bruce Buck reports that Captain Hobby died in Greenville, South Carolina, on December 16, 2013, at age 83 after an extended illness.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Jimmy "Jim" Bryant Espy
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Jimmy "Jim" Bryant Espy. Captain Dick Borrelli reports that Captain Espy died Sunday, January 26, 2014, at age 84. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lilla Espy.
Interment was in the Chattanooga National Cemetery.
Jim Holder
Captain Harold L Bell
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Harold L. Bell.
His son, Mike, reports that Harold died on January 17th, at age 82. There will be a Graveside Service on Tuesday, January 21st at the College Park Cemetery located on Virginia Avenue in College Park, Georgia. Immediately thereafter there will be a Memorial Service at the College Park Presbyterian Church located at 1540 Mercer Avenue, also in College Park.
Jim Holder
Captain Thomas S "Tom" Dorris, Jr
Ladies
and Gentlemen,
We
regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Thomas S. (Tom)
Dorris, Jr. Captain
Wayne Van Valkenburgh reports that Captain Dorris died on January 7, 2014,
at age 87.
There
will be a Visitation on Saturday, January 11th from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at
the Cagle Funeral Home in Jasper, Georgia. The
Funeral Service will also be at the Cagle Funeral Home and will take place on
Sunday, January 12th at 2:00 PM.
Jim Holder
Captain Fredrick O Ebinger - S/O Sheldon D Sutphin
Ladies and
Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of two retired Eastern Pilots. Captain Fredrick O. Ebinger died on November 14, 2013, at age 80. Mr. Sheldon D. Sutphin died on October 22, 2013, at age 72. Our most recent records show he was a S/O on the DC-10 in Miami.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain William Harold Thompson
There will be a Memorial Service on Saturday, January 4, 2014, at 11:00 AM at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Allan Sandlin officiating. The family will receive friends in the Parish Hall of the church following the service.
Rather than flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 576 Roscoe Rd, Newnan, GA 30263.
Condolences can be expressed online at www.mckoon. com. McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory, 770-253-4580
Jim Holder
Captain Howard R "Brownie" Brown
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Howard R. (Brownie) Brown. Mrs. Su Reeves reports that Brownie died on December 14, 2013, at age 91.
The services were on December 18th and the remains will be cremated and his ashes interred with his wife Berteal (who preceded him in death).
Jim Holder
Captain William C "Bill" Myers
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William C. (Bill) Myres. His widow, Mrs. Gwen Myres, advised us that Bill died in the ICU yesterday, December 25, 2013, about a week after triple by-pass surgery. He was 92 years old. Mrs. Myres stated the remains will be cremated and later placed in their cemetery lots in Mississippi. She plans a Memorial Service, most likely in February. You will be advised of the exact date and location via the EALinfo Email net.
Jim Holder
Captain Paul F Kaiser
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We were just notified that retired Eastern Captain Paul F. Kaiser recently died.
His son, Mr. Stephen Kaiser, advised that he passed away on July 10, 2013, at age 86.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Eastern Captain Alf R. Tiberg
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Alf R. Tiberg.
Captain Norm Nielsen reports that Captain Tiberg died on December 7, 2013, at age 96.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Dale A. Allison. Captain Johnny Johnson reports that Dale died yesterday, December 6, 2013, at age 85.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Captain Bob Thomas reported this morning (Monday, November 1, 2013), via the below message, that Jay had died after a short illness. We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain J. L. (Jay) Madala, age 75.
Jay passed away early this morning in GSP Hospice. His remains will be cremated and at a date to be determined, there will be a Memorial Service at Key Largo, FL, and his ashes will be released over a reef.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James R. (Jim) Sandusky. His nephew, Chuck Sandusky, reports that Jim died today, October 29, 2013, at age 82.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Captain Willie C Bussey
The passing of two retired Eastern Captains.
Captain Terry McDonald reports that Captain Robert W. (Bob) Marshall died on October 11, 2013, at age 71. There will be a Memorial for him as follows; A Memorial for Bob Marshall will be held at 11 am Monday, October 28th at:
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
2240 Shallowford Rd
Marietta, GA 30066 www.bslc.us
tel: 770.928.7919
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Captain Paul Kelley reports that Captain Willie C. Bussey died on October 25, 2013, at age 77. Services for him are below, as reported in the Atlanta Journal/Constitution. As the notice was in the October 27th newspaper we believe they might have been held yesterday.
Interment
service with military honors, 10:00 am Resthaven Gardens of Memory,
2284 Candler Road, Decatur, GA followed by visitation Founders Hall,
Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 5801 Hugh Howell Road, Stone Mountain.
A
Celebration of Life service will be held at 12:00 noon with a light
lunch afterward in Fellowship Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may
be made to Eastminster Presbyterian Church or Wounded Warrior Project,
P. O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.
Published in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Oct. 27, 2013.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you that former Eastern Pilot Crew Scheduler (Atlanta) Harry Rivers passed away yesterday, October 17, 2013, after a long battle with cancer.
Captain Charlie Miller reported his death and stated that the arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert J Reid
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just received the following message penned by Patty McLean, President of the Silverliners International, passing the news that Captain Robert J. Reid died on October 7, 2013, at age 88.
I
wanted to let you know that one of the husbands of one of our members
passed away yesterday. Ellie Reid's husband, Bob Reid, passed away
yesterday. Ellie has been a member of Silverliners for years. Bob was a
Captain in Boston. Ellie and the whole family were with him.
There will be a memorial service on Oct. 19th, 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the Stockbridge Funeral Home, Route 27 (that is Epping Road) in Exeter.
Cards can be sent to: Ellie Reid, 108 Lake Road, Brentwood, NH 03833
Captain Felix A Rodriquez - Captain Gerald P Brown
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned of the passing of two of our Eastern Family. Captain Felix A. Rodriguez died on August 6, 2013, at age 70.
No other information is available at this time.
Also we just learned of the passing of Mrs. Evelyn "Nordy" Brown, widow of Captain Gerald P. Brown. She died on August 17, 2013.
Jim Holder
Captain Nelson L Tower
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Nelson L. Tower. His daughter, Barbara Tower, reports that Nelson died September 30, 2013, at age 89.
A Memorial Service will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Eastern Airlines Pilot Memorial Fund, c/o Jerry Frost Treasurer, 5990 Sequoia Line, Douglasville, GA 30135-5575 or a charity of your choice.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert L. Kimble
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert L. (Bob) Kimble. Captain Kimble died on September 20, 2013, at age 82. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 30th, from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM at the Winkenhofer Pine Ridge Funeral Home in Kennesaw, Georgia.
Graveside Services will then be held on at 2:00 PM at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia.
Jim Holder
Captain Carlis G Bennett
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Carlis G. Bennett.
Captain Don Coble reports that Carlis died on September 24, 2013, at age 81.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Carlis G. Bennett.
Captain Don Coble reports that Carlis died on September 24, 2013, at age 81.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain L.L. "Lee" Grider
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain L. L. (Lee) Grider. Captain Grider, who retired from Eastern in 1984) passed away in July of 2013.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain L. L. (Lee) Grider. Captain Grider, who retired from Eastern in 1984) passed away in July of 2013.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Albert B. (Al) Aplin.
Captain Joe Simonds reports that Al died recently at age 92.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Gerald M "Chip" Darby
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Gerald M. "Chip" Darby.
Captain Darby died on August 20, 2013 at age 80.
There were no services.
Jim Holder
Captain Charles R. "Chuck" Hodgson
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Charles R. (Chuck) Hodgson.
His son, Steven, advises that Chuck died on July 12, 2013, at age 86, after a long battle with leukemia.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Helen, who proudly stood at his side for 66 years and his two sons, Mark and Steven.
Jim Holder
Captain William John "Bill" Hobek
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William John (Bill) Hobek.
His son, Mike Hobek, reports that Bill died on July 19, 2013. at age 84...
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Darlene Hobek, who was an Eastern Flight Attendant, and his four children, three of whom followed his footstep in aviation...
Jim Holder
Captain Robert G "Jake" Jacobus
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern (and later United) Captain Robert G. (Jake) Jacobus.
Captain Sandy McCulloh reports that Captain Jacobus had a heart attack and passed away on July 30, 2013, at age 71...
No further information is available at this time...
Jim Holder
Pilot Edward M Colvin
Ladies and Gentlemen.
+++++++++++++++++++++Also we just learned that former Eastern Pilot Edward M. Colvin, age 69, died on May 24, 2013...
No other information is available at this time...
Jim Holder
Captain Robert Francis "Bob" Nicholson
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert Francis (Bob) Nicholson.
Captain Carl Stahl reports that Captain Nicholson passed away on July 23, 2013, at his home in Annapolis, Maryland. He was 79 years old.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, July 27th, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street in Annapolis.
Interment followed at St. Anne's Cemetery, also in Annapolis.
Memorial donations can be made in Captain Nicholson's name to the American Cancer Society, 1041 Rt. 3 North, Gambrills, MD 21054.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert D "Bob" Tyler
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert D. (Bob) Tyler.
His son, Dr. Ron Tyler, called today to advise us that Bob died Sunday, July 28, 2013, due to complication following surgery as a result of a fall on Saturday. He was 92 years old.
There will be a Visitation at the Patterson Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The Funeral Home is located at 173 Allen Road in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
The Funeral Service will be on Thursday, August 1st at 1:00 PM, at the Mount Bethel United Methodist Church located at 4385 Lower Roswell Road in Marietta, Georgia.
Interment will follow at the Westview Cemetery.
Ten months ago Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Lois, of 70 years.
Jim Holder
Mrs Anne Larcom
Captain Chuck Larcom just advised us that his wife, Anne, died this morning, July 18, 2013, at 11:00 am...
Her services will be Sunday, July 21st, at 2:00 pm at the Roswell United Methodist Church in Roswell, Georgia.
There will be a Reception afterwards and she will be interred in the church columbium...
Jim Holder
Captain Joseph W "Joe" Stewart
Ladies and Gentlemen.
Captain Sid Lanier reports that Captain Joseph W. (Joe) Stewart died yesterday, July 17, 2013, at age 87...
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Captain Michael G (Mike) Markcity
We regret to inform you of the passing of Captain Michael G. (Mike) Markcity.
Captain Lynn Stokes just advised us that Mike died this morning, Monday, July 15, 2013, at age 79.
The remains will be cremated however at this time no plans for services have been made.
Jim Holder
Captain William L (Bill) Cleveland
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William L. (Bill) Cleveland.
Captain Cleveland died on May 31, 2013, at age 84.
We understand that Services were held on June 8th.
Jim Holder
Captain Paul W Page
Ladies and Gentlemen...
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Paul W. Page.
Captain Chuck Taliaferro advises that Paul died on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at age 79.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain John T McCann
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of former Eastern Captain John T. McCann, who had lived in Ponte Vedre Beach, Florida.
His widow advised us that he passed away on April 14, 2013, at age 70.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Sam MacGregor
We just received the below message from Captain Bud Carmen concerning a Memorial Service for retired Eastern Captain Sam MacGregor...
Jim Holder
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Ladies and gentlemen,
Received info on a Capt. Sam MacGregor memorial from Jerry Gerndt and he asked that I pass it on to you.
Sam's wife Karen is planning a memorial event at her home at W410 Pine Forest Rd, Park Falls WI 54552 on Saturday August 3rd at 11:AM with lunch to follow. The nearest towns to the MacGregor home are Minocqua, Woodruff Park Falls and Lac du Flambeau, WI.
A memorial page in Sam's memory will be added to our website: ordeasternreunion.yolasite.com in the near future.
Look forward to seeing each of you in September,
Bud Carmen
Captain Stillman A Bell
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Stillman A. Bell.
Captain Dave Vaughter reports that Captain Bell died Monday, June 10, 2013, at age 94...
The remains were cremated and there will be a Memorial Service at 10:30 AM on Monday, June 17th, at Windward Hall, located at One Fleet Landing Blvd in Atlantic Beach, FL 32233...
Jim Holder
Captain James Holley Fischley
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the death of retired Eastern and ATA Captain James Holley Fischley.
Captain George Zupko reports that Jim died on March 20, 2013, at age 70
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Frederick Huntington Mesmer, Jr
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the death of retired Eastern Captain Frederick Huntington Mesmer Jr. He was 83 years old.
Captain Mesmer passed away peacefully on March 15, 2013, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida, due to pneumonia complicated by late-stage cancer.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain E "Chick" Brandes
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Charles E. (Chick) Brandes.
Captain Johnny Johnson just advised us that Chick died late this afternoon, May 25, 2013, at age 90.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Captain Raymond F "Ray" Schmidt
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Raymond F. (Ray) Schmidt.
Captain Roy Wren reports that Ray died about 3:00 PM this afternoon, May 24, 2013, at age 88.
At this time the Arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Captain William A "Bill" Brett
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William A. (Bill) Brett.
Captain Steve McDonald reports that Bill died on May 13, 2013, at age 87.
No information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Joseph Anthony Casale
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Joseph Anthony Casale.
Captain Pete Vandersluis reports that Captain Casale died on May 13, 2013, at age 70.
Services were held yesterday, May 17th.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that a donation be made in his name to the American Heart Association.
Jim Holder
Captain Ronald R Sisca
We regret to inform you of the passing of former Eastern Pilot Ronald R. Sisca.
Captain William Sanford reports that NWA Captain Ron Sisca died on May 12, 2013, at age 71.
We just received the notice of his passing today so were unable to timely advise you of the Funeral Services, which took place this morning.
Ron hired on with Eastern in 1973 and later flew for KIWI before hiring on with Northwest Airlines.
Jim Holder
Captain Howard D Miner
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned that retired Eastern Captain Howard D. Miner passed away in 2011, at the age of 92.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain John E. Combs
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain John E. Combs.
Captain Combs died yesterday, Sunday, April 28, 2013, at age 95.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert J (Bob) Shipner
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert J. Shipner, as we received the below message from Captain Tom Helms...
Jim Holder
Jim,
It is my sad duty to inform you that Captain Robert J. (Bob) Shipner passed away in the hospital this Sunday morning, April 28, 2013.
Bob was hired by Eastern Air Lines July 1, 1957, and served as Chief Pilot at ORD for some years and then Vice President of Flight Operations for Eastern until 1986.
Bob was 83 years of age.
No arrangements have yet been made.
Tom Helms
Captain Julian S Whitehead
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just received the below message from Captain Sandy McCulloh, concerning the death of Captain Julian Whitehead.
Jim Holder
We regret to advise the passing of retired Eastern Captain Julian S. Whitehead.
Captain Chuck Fulton, a longtime friend and regular visitor to Julian's home has told me that Julian passed away last Friday morning, April 12, at the age of 92.
At this time no obituary notice has been published and no arrangements are known.
Julian's daughter-in-law will be making contact with Chuck as soon as plans have been finalized and I will pass them along
Captain William E (Mac) McLawhorn
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you that we just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William E. (Mac) McLawhorn.
Captain Byron. B. Clark just advised us that Mac died in mid March at age 94. Bryon had served with Mac in WW II, flying the B-17 with the 41st Bomb Group, part of the Mighty Eight.
Jim Holder
Captain V.J. "Val" Zabolotny
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain V. J. (Val) Zabolotny.
Captain Zabolotny died on March 17, 2013, at age 88.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Thomas B "Tom" Atkins
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Thomas B. (Tom) Atkins.
Captain Bill Sanford reported that Tom, his neighbor, died on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at age 72, due to melanoma. He was one day short of his 73rd Birthday.
Visitation will be on Thursday, March 21st from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at the H. M. Patterson Funeral Home located in Marietta, Georgia.
The Funeral Service will be on Friday, March 22nd at 1:00 at the Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, also located in Marietta.
Jim Holder
Captain James F Doane, Jr
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James F. Doane, Jr.
Captain Larry Nicholls reported that Jim died peacefully on February 8, 2013, in Sarasota, Florida, after a long battle with complications from a stroke in 2008.
Jim Holder
Captain John T Clower
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing on Friday, February 15, 2013, of retired Eastern Captain John T. Clower.
Many will recall that he had served as the Chief Pilot at the Charlotte Base.
Captains Bill Tumlin and Paul Kelley report that Captain Clower, one of the Ten Oldest Eastern Captains, died at age 94, due to a heart attack while in the hospital for treatment for Lymphoma Hodgkin's Disease.
There will be a private service after which John's ashes will be spread over the waters of the Gulf.
Jim Holder
Captain William C. (Bill) Knoerr
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain William C. (Bill) Knoerr.
Captain Warren Hill just advised us that Bill died at 5:00 AM this morning, February 14, 2013, at age 82.
At this time the arrangements are not known.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert T. "Bob" Kearns
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert T. "Bob" Kearns.
Captain Kearns died at age 76 in January, after a battle with cancer.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Captain Victor Lee Meinecke
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Victor Lee Meinecke...
Victor died on Tuesday January 15, 2013, at the age of 78...
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of Captain J. Norman Komich.
Captain Jerry Hopkins reports that Norman died of a heart attack on January 21, 2013, at age 68.
There will be a wake tomorrow, Friday the 25th, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM at the Campbell Funeral Home in Beverly Massachusetts and a funeral mass at St. John the Evangelist Church, also in Beverly, on
Saturday at 10:00 AM. There will also be a luncheon gathering afterwards at the Danversport Yacht Club in Danvers.
Jim Holder
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Captain Kenneth D. Olson
Ladies and Gentlemen....
We regret to inform you of the passing of Captain Kenneth D. Olson, age 69.
Captain Don Prouty advises that Captain Olson died on Thursday, January 17, 2013, after a battle with brain cancer.
Captain Olson flew for Eastern Air Lines for 17 years, after which he flew for United Air Lines.
There will be a Visitation from 4:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, January 22nd at Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, New Hampshire.
The Funeral Service will be Wednesday, January 23rd at 11:00 am at The Searles School in Windham, New Hampshire, followed by a luncheon.
In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Ken's name to one of the below organizations dear to Ken's heart.
The Wounded Warrior Project
PO Box 758517
Topeka, KS 66675
(woundedwarriorproject.org)
The Lazarus House
PO Box 408
Lawrence, MA 01842
(lazarushouse.org)
To send a message of condolence to the family, please view the obituary at www.douglasandjohnson.com
Jim Holder
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Captain Edward Hall; Captain Frank C Dysart
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of two retired Eastern Captains.
Captain Edward Hall died on October 15, 2012. Age unknown.
Captain Frank C. Dysart, age 68, died on October 16, 2012.
No other information is available at this time.
Jim Holder
Mrs. Lois Wyrick
Lois Wyrick - wife of Captain Edwin L "Ed" Wyrick passed away Sunday, November 25, 2012. The funeral service is 2:00 on Tuesday at Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Newnan, GA. It's located at the corner of Highway 154 and Highway 34.
Captain De Vere Bunnell
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain De Vere Bunnell.
Captain Bunnell died on November 15, 2012.
His life will be celebrated on Saturday, November 24th, at 11:00 AM at 5630 Queensborough Drive in Dunwoody, Georgia 30338.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (www.aizfdn.org)...
Captain Harvey W Lafollette
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We just learn of the death of Retired Eastern Captain Harvey W. Lafollette.
Captain Sandy McCulloh reports that Harvey passed away December 12, 2011, in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, at the age of 75.
No other information is available at this time.
Captain Ross McCort
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We regret to inform you that retired Eastern Captain Ross McCort died yesterday, September 26, 2012, at age 79.
His wife, Ellen, reported that Ross had been in home hospice for some time and was surrounded by his family at his death.
Ross was also a former President of the Retired Eastern Pilots Association (REPA).
The arrangements are incomplete at this time however they will be posted on the EALinfo Email Net as soon as possible.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert A. Holden
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We just learned that retired Eastern Captain Robert A. Holden passed last Thursday, August 9, 2012, at age 84.
Captain Bob Reilman informed us that Bob died of congenital heart failure at Emory Hospital while awaiting a new heart valve.
Viewing will be at A. S. Turner Funeral Home located at 2773 N. Decatur Rd in Decatur, Georgia, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 12th.
The Funeral will be held at the Heritage Baptist Church located at 1070 Douthit Ferry Rd., in Cartersville, Georgia, at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, August 14th.
Their phone number is (770) 382-6076.
Jim Holder
Captain Robert E. (Bob) Langham
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We just learned of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert E. (Bob) Langham.
He died in June of 2012. No other information is available at this time..
Jim Holder
Captain Burdell S. Faust
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Burdell S. Faust who passed away on June 15, 2012, at age 71.
Captain John D. Caple
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain John D. Caple. Captain Caple passed away on June 10, 2012, at age 77.
Captain Robert F. Miles
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Robert F. Miles.
Captain Dick Vanasse just advised us that Bob passed away on July 5, 2012, at age 80, after a lengthy illness.
He was buried at the Sarasota Florida National Military Cemetery following a private funeral service.
Jim Holder
Captain Kenneth P. "Ken" Sorensen
Ladies and Gentlemen.
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Kenneth P. "Ken" Sorensen.
His daughter, Mrs. Susan Sallet, advised us this morning that Ken passed away yesterday, July 6, 2012, at age 77.
At this time the arrangements are incomplete.
Jim Holder
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Lee R. Slagter.
Captain Mark Rymsza reports that Lee died on June 4, 2012, at age 70.
Visitation will be Sunday, June 10, from 3:00 until 7:00 PM at the Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Plainfield, Illinois. Funeral Services will be Monday, June 11, 10:00 AM at the funeral home chapel.
Interment with full military honors will follow at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, Illinois.
Jim Holder
Captain Bruce W. Putney
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Bruce W. Putney.
Captain Bud Leppard reports that Captain Putney died in mid May, at age 87.o other information is available at this time. Jim Holder
Captain Thomas W. "Tom" Burke
Thomas W. “Tom” Burke, 75, passed away quietly on May 28, 2012. Tom was born June 11, 1936 in Shellman, GA to William and Jessie Burke. He is survived by his four daughters: Deborah, Cathie, Sandi, and Laurie; one brother, Bradley Burke: 17 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren, and special friend Patricia. In 1958, was appointed as a Naval Aviator, with the US Navy. In 1966 he joined Eastern Air Lines and dedicated 25 years of service as a pilot rising to the position of Captain and Instructor Pilot.
Tom will be remembered for his charm, his intelligence, and his love for flying and sailing. Share your memories of Tom at townandcountryfuneralhome.com as you sign the guest book.
In honor of Tom’s memory, donations can be made to Community Hospice of NE Florida at Communityhospice.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hardage-Guddens Town and County Funeral Home, located at 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205.
Captain Arnim Lionel (Al) Harris, Jr.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain Arnim Lionel (Al) Harris, Jr. Captain Bob Marken reports that Captain Harris, age 87, passed away on May 27, 2012. His
family would like to thank Dr. Minh Bui, Dr. Ellen G. Bedichek and all
of the amazing nurses and doctors with Hospice of Virginia for their
unfailing care and support.
In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Virginia Aeronautical
Historical Society, 5701 Huntsman Road, Richmond Int'l. Airport,
Virginia. 23250, or Hospice of Virginia, 1700 Bayberry Court, Richmond, Virginia, 23226.
Visitation will be at Nelsen Funeral Home, Reid Chapel, in Ashland, Virginia on Wednesday 6-8, and Thursday, 2-4 and 6-8. The funeral will be held at the Church of Latter Day Saints, Montpelier, Virginia., at 1:00 p.m. on Friday and interment will occur at Walnut Well, Montpelier, Virginia.
Jim Holder
Captain James L "Jim" Friday
Captain James L "Jim" Friday
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with great regret that we must advise you of the passing of retired Eastern Captain James L. "Jim" Friday. His son, Scott, just informed us that Jim died this evening, May 14, 2012, at 6:00 PM. He was 73 years old.
Many will recall that Jim was very active in REPA affairs, serving many, many years as the Host of our Atlanta REPA Luncheons and later, for many, many years, as a member of the REPA Board of Directors and our Convention Chairman.
We anticipate receiving the information on Arrangements quite soon and will post them on this Email Net as soon as they are known.
Jim Holder
Captain Joseph R. Grafton
Ladies and Gentlemen..
We regret to inform you of the passing of retired Captain Joseph R. Grafton..
His son, Larry Grafton, just sent us the below message announcing his death.
Our dad is now safely home... He passed away on Sunday 6 May at 5:18 am in Lynchburg after a short bout with pneumonia. He was 95.
For those in (or near) Florida: Funeral services will be in Orlando on Saturday 12 May at 2:00 pm: Woodlawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 400 Woodlawn Cemetery Rd, Gotha, FL 34734; 407-293-1361 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 407-293-1361 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
For those in (or near) Virginia: We're planning to have a memorial service on Saturday 9 June at 3:00 pm: Grace Community Church, 911 Grace Ave, Altavista, VA 24517.
We are thankful for all your prayers... Please keep 'em coming! - Love, Larry & Mary Ann
Jim Holder
Retired Eastern Airlines Captain Henry "Hank" Anaston
I have been advised by his wife Stella Anaston, that retired Eastern Airlines Captain Henry "Hank" Anaston passed away in his sleep on Thursday evening May 3rd at their home in Lake Worth. Hank and Stella were "Snowbirds" for many years spending the summer months at their home in southern Connecticut.
Memorial services will be held in Connecticut where family members reside. Hank always enjoyed being with us at our monthly meetings and was so proud to have been part of Eastern during his working years. All of our chapter members will miss him and I expressed condolences on behalf of our membership to Mrs. Anaston.
Jim Hart, Chapter President
Mr Floyd Hall passes away
It is with sadness to report that Floyd Hall passed away yesterday. Right to the end, he had great recall of events and people involved in matters Eastern. I was last with him Sunday. As he faded in and out of sleep, he apologized for not having a good day, yet he was animated when speaking about some of his old colleagues. He had a great love for the Eastern Airlines family saying on more than one occasion that his years with Eastern were the best of his career.May he rest in peace.
Eastern Captain Eugene W. "Gene" Garges
Ladies and Gentlemen,
We just learned about the passing of retired Eastern Captain Eugene W. "Gene" Garges, at age 92, on July 17, 2011. This from a member of his family..
Jim Holder
