Robert "Bob" G. Plisek
- 1945 - 2016
Robert Gene Plisek, 71, of Dewey, OK passed away with
loved
ones by his side, Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the Jane Phillips
Hospital in Bartlesville, OK. He was born August 9, 1945 in Nowata, OK to
Rudolph and Alice Plisek. Robert served over 20 years in the Armed Forces
of Army and Air Force where he retired as a Tech Sergeant. He served in
6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) in 1976 – 77 and was a member of 6WSAA.
Robert is survived by his son Lonnie Cort and wife Tammy of Springfield,
Missouri, daughter Pamela White and husband James and their two children
of Derby, KS, and by a previous marriage two step children, two brothers,
Duane Plisek and wife Patricia of Bartlesville, OK and Lonnie Plisek of
Dewey, OK, two sisters, Janice Price and husband James of Rogersville, MO
and Gaye Cantellay and husband Mike of Enid, OK and many nieces and
nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents Rudolph and Alice Plisek,
a son Tony D. Plisek, two brothers: Charles A. Plisek and Leon A. Plisek,
three sisters: Caroline Brewer, Lou Ann Viles, Betty Jo Nadine and Frances
Joy Kelley.
Howard H. Schmidt
- 1925 - 2016
Howard H.
Schmidt, 90, Wittenberg, WI died on Monday,
April
11, 2016 at Ministry St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. He was born on May 12,
1925 in Edgar, the son of the late Rev. Karl and Laura (Junge) Schmidt.
Howard attended grades 1 through 8 in Strasbourg Saskatchewan, Canada and
then moved to Merrill in 1939. Howard was drafted in the United States
Army in 1944. He served in Germany during World War II in the Glider
Infantry which was part of the 1st Allied Airborne Army that crossed the
Rhine River near Wessel. He was awarded Glider Wings, Combat Infantry
Badge and the Bronze Star. Howard was discharged in 1946. Upon discharge,
Howard returned to graduate High school in Merrill. He then served in the
Navy Reserve from 1947-1951. On September 7, 1952, Howard was united in
marriage to Lola Voigt in Hamburg, WI. She survives. He then enlisted in
the United States Air Force and served in the Weather Service in the
United States, Greenland, Germany and Korea. He retired from the Air Force
after 23 years of service. He was a member of 6WSAA and served in 6th
Weather Squadron (Mob) from 1953 to 1955. Howard graduated from the
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point in 1975 and taught fourth and fifth
grades at Sacred Heart School in Polonia for 11 years. Howard was active
in the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Wittenberg Lions. He was also a member
of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wittenberg serving as past congregation
president, the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Post #502, Wittenberg and
the Elderon Memorial Post #8068 Veterans of Foreign Wars. Howard was
honored to take part in the Never Forgotten Honor flight and was also
presented with the Quilt of Honor from the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
Survivors include his wife, Lola, Wittenberg; children, Steven H. Schmidt,
Elderon, Carla (Jesse) Hanke, Wittenberg and Timothy J. Schmidt, Tigerton;
five grandchildren, Jennifer (Randy) Jannusch, Alan (Kayla) Hanke, Carl
(Melissa) Baron, Joshua Breitrick and Samual Schmidt; eight
great-grandchildren, Kara, Makenna, Saul, Wyatt, Taya, Morgan, Owen and
Annika and many other nieces, nephews and other relatives. Howard was
preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Ruth Schmidt and Mae
Muschinske and one brother, Roger Schmidt.
Elmo Reddick
- January 31, 1935 - September 27, 2016. Elmo Eugene "Gene"
Reddick, 81, of Midwest City, OK, passed away September 27, 2016. He was
born in Denver, Colorado to Elmo and Grace Reddick. He served
in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1963 to 1970 at Tinker AFB, OK and
was a member of 6WSAA.
Gene is survived by his wife, Claire Reddick of the home; his children,
Kathy, Kenny, Karen, Kristy, and Kevin Reddick; brother, Barry Reddick;
and all his grandchildren. Gene was loved by many other family members and
a host of friends.
James "Jim" H. Adair
-
1937 - 2016 James H. Adair, age 78 died Saturday July 30, 2016 in Rio
Hondo, Texas.
He served many years in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK
starting in 1958 supporting many projects and retired from the Air Force
in 1978 taking a job with the Weather Bureau.
Wilbur A. Biggs
- May 30, 1948 - February 12, 2016
Wilbur A. Biggs, age 67 of Monticello, passed
away Friday, February 12, 2016 at his home. He was born May 30, 1948 in
Gould, AR to the late Allen Price Biggs, Jr. and Gay Nell Clarke Biggs. He
was retired from the United States Air Force, a retired truck driver and a
member of Ladelle Baptist Church.
He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1970 to 1973 at Tinker
AFB, OK and was a member of 6WSAA.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother,
Rusty Biggs and a sister, Sara Mae Maxwell. He was an avid outdoorsman
where he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and cooking. He was referred
to as the “gentle giant”, loving the Lord, his family and friends with all
of his heart and might. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Biggs of
Monticello; two sons, Jason Biggs and John Biggs both of Ashville, NC; one
brother, Allen Biggs and wife Petra of Cattle Mills, TX; three
stepdaughters, Michele Koppel and husband Jason, Denna Luedecke and Shelia
Verser; two stepsons, Steve Luedecke and Kelly Luedecke; a number of
step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces,
nephews, other relatives and friends.
Robert "Bob" L. Dawson -
February 12, 1944 - March 5, 2015 Mr. Robert Lester “Bob”
Dawson,
71 died Thursday March 5, 2015 at The University of Shands Hospital in
Gainesville, FL; he was the son of the late John William and Nellie Mae
Lassiter Dawson. He is preceded in death by one brother. He had made Lake
City his home for the past eleven years after moving here from Tulsa, OK;
he was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and taught Sunday school at the
Lifestyle Enrichment Center, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, reading,
music and watching old movies. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from 1964 to 1967 at Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of
6WSAA. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years of marriage Hazel
Dawson, Lake City, FL; four daughters Carla McMillian (Jim) Gainesville,
FL; Marnie Allayne Smith (Kenneth) Kannapolis, NC; Chanda Reyes (Victor)
Jacksonville, FL; and Angela Nicole Boos (Michael) St. Johns, FL; one
sister Edith Beck (Bernard) Gainesville, FL; six grandchildren and one
great grandchild also survive.
John "Tom" Grace, JR. -
John Thomas Grace, Jr. – Oct
5, 1936 - Feb 4, 2015 John (Tom)
was
born in Allen, OK on October 5, 1936 to John Thomas Sr. and Dorothy Mae
(Grove) Grace. Tom married Mary Spears on October 5 1968 at Oklahoma Coty,
OK and they resided in Pink, OK. Tom served in the United States Air Force
from 1954 to 1974. During that time he proudly served in Ethiopia,
Greenland and completed two tours of Vietnam. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from 1962 to 1967 at Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of
6WSAA. He was recognized with many Awards and Commendations. Tom was also
a 42 year member of the Del City Lodge 536, Del City, OK. After retiring
from the Air Force Tom and Mary moved to “Para Dice” in Ringold, OK.
Where they fished from Pine Creek Lake and raised a garden for 22 years.
The past 11 years Tom and Mary lived near family members in Pink, OK. Tom
is preceded in death by his parents, John Grace, Sr. and Dorothy Mae
Grace; and his sister La Von E. Graham. He leaves behind to cherish his
memory seven children, JoAnn Coleman and husband Doug, Martha Porch and
husband Greg, Dorothy Crabtree and husband Mike, La Von Jablonski and
husband Ski, Vicky Bryan and husband Terry, Sharon Giddens and husband
Larry, Chris Crites and wife Patty; two sisters Betty Inglish and husband
Loren, Donna Hayes and husband Bernard; 17 grandchildren; 31
great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Carle "Hammer" Clarke -
1938 - 2015
Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force, Retired
Carle
H. Clarke, 76, passed away on Jan. 26, 2015, in El Paso, Texas. He was
born on Feb. 13, 1938, in Augusta, Maine, to Warren and Marian (Worcester)
Clarke. Carle Clarke retired as a master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force in
1978. He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1959 to 1963 at
Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of 6WSAA. He was a lifetime member of the
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks 1897 and member of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars, Post 7686, the American Legion, the Loyal Order of the Moose
2016 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Airie 4101. Survivors include his
wife, Margret Clarke of the family home; two daughters, Jennifer Hyde
along with her partner Wayne Boesch of Alamogordo; Rhonda Moreno and her
husband Hector Moreno of Alamogordo; two sons Stephen Hyde and his wife
Katherine of Tennessee, and Robert Hyde and his wife Tammy of Hobbs, along
with 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by his parents and one grandson.
Kenneth "Ken" D. Robinson -
Kenneth D. Robinson
passed away quietly at his home in
Tucson,
Arizona on January 21, 2015. He was dedicated to his country, serving in
both Korea and Vietnam, he gave 25 years to his career in the military. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1973 to 1977 at Tinker AFB,
OK and was a member of 6WSAA. At the age of 81 he is survived by his wife
Hideko Robinson, two children Janet (Bruce) Smith and John (Robyn)
Robinson, two brothers Jim Robinson and Gary Robinson, five grandchildren
Ryan Smith, Alexa Burke, Lindsey Smith, Kristyn Robinson, Brittany
Robinson, and one great grandchild Wilder Smith. Devoted son of Donald and
Mary Robinson, loving husband, father and grandfather, true and loyal
friend.
Robert "Bongo" Bongiovanni -
June
6, 1941 - September 9, 2014, Robert Bongiovanni
died on
Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at the Abington Hospice in Warminster. He was
73 years of age. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late
Salvatore and Josephine Constanza Bongiovanni. He had been a Churchville
resident for the past 30 years and had previously lived in Dover, DE. Mr.
Bongiovanni was a retired Chief Master Sergeant in the US Air Force. He
had been stationed at Dover Air Base in Delaware and at the Willow Grove
Naval Air Station in Willow Grove, PA as well as many other bases. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1960 to 1963 at Tinker AFB,
OK and was a member of 6WSAA. After his retirement from the Air Force he
was an employee of the Aetna Insurance Company in Blue Bell. Robert
was a member of American Legion Post 79 in New Hope, PA. He was a
communicant of Saint Vincent de Paul Parish in Richboro. Robert was the
devoted brother of Mary Julliano, of FL, Lillian Alasevich of Hatboro, Sam
Bongiovanni of Rio Grande, NJ, , and. He was the beloved companion of
Elizabeth Saunders of Philadelphia. He is also survived by several nieces
and nephew.
Ernest "Ernie" Edwards -
EDWARDS, Ernest Charles "Ernie" Late
of Deception Bay.
Passed
away suddenly 6th August, 2014. Aged 79 Years Dearly Beloved Husband of
Hildegard (dec'd). Loved Father of Ernie (dec'd), Chris (dec'd), Errol and
Wendy, Lynette and Steve. Loving Opa and Great-Opa to their Families.
Ernie and his
wife Hilde and their family became associated with 6th Weather Squadron in
1962 when we had a team assigned to Garove Island in the Territory of
Papua and New Guinea as a part of AST-7 Photo Mapping mission. The team,
Jerry William, Dave Weiner and Jerry Parr spent 7 months on the island and
developed a close friendship with the Edwards family. Dave and Ernie
remained in touch over the years with correspondence and phone calls.
Ernie and his son Errol were guests of honor at the 6thWSAA reunion in
2010.
Kenneth M. "Mike" Heatherton -
Kenneth Michael "Mike" Heatherton, 68, of
Johnston,
Iowa,
formerly of Mason City, passed from this life suddenly on Tuesday, July
15, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Visitation will be held
from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, at Iles Dunn's Chapel in Des
Moines. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 18, at
the funeral home. Private family committal services will take place at
Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel. Mike was born on January 18, 1946, in
Waterloo, IA, to Kenneth Raymond and Marilyn June (Marmie) Heatherton. He
was raised in Cedar Falls, Iowa and later grew up in Mason City. Mike
attended Accounting-Hamilton Business College and was a U.S. Air Force
veteran during Vietnam War. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from ‘65 to ‘67 and was a member of 6WSAA. For more than 25 years, he was employed
with the U.S. Post Office as a Postal Clerk, retiring in 2004. In 1991,
Mike moved to the Des Moines area. On December 3, 2004, he was united in
marriage to Kathy Keller. He enjoyed cooking, fishing, walking and
golfing. Mike loved spending time with his family whom he dearly loved, as
well as going to his grandchildrens' sport events. He also loved his two
granddoggies, "Abby" and "Whitney". Mike was a wonderful, generous,
loving, caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and
friend; He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Left to
cherish his memory are his wife, Kathy Heatherton of Johnston; two
daughters, Amy (Bruce) Wyborny of Nora Springs, IA and Sara (Colin)
Bengfort of West Des Moines; sister, Linda Heatherton and fiancé, Don
Starcevich of West Des Moines; three grandchildren, Aubrey, Rachel and
Kyle Wyborny all of Nora Springs; and a host of several extended family
members and many friends. Mike was preceded into eternal life by his
parents.
Bernard "Barney" Pusin -
Col. Bernard "Barney" Pusin,
U. S. Air Force (ret.), born
June
29, 1916, passed away peacefully Friday, April 11, 2014. Barney was born
in St. Paul, Minnesota, and grew up there after spending his early years
in Powers Lake, North Dakota, and a short time in Long Beach, California.
He thoroughly enjoyed his military career with the Air Weather Service,
where he served as Commander
of 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK from Sep
1955 to May 1961,
before retiring in Austin, TX, in 1974. He also served in Korea and such
exotic locations as Kapingamarangi, Micronesia, and Enewetak, Pacific
Ocean. He moved to San Antonio 4 years ago, settling in at Air Force
Village, where he and Elinor benefited from tremendous services and care.
Retirement has been well spent with family and travel, and spiritual time
within the Jewish communities. Both in service to his country and as a
family man, he was a "true hero" who will be celebrated and kept alive in
our memories. Barney recently lost his wife, Elinor, with whom he shared
the past 21 years. He was preceded in death by his previous wife, Brita,
his son Steven, brother, Herman Pusin, and sister, Minn Sidley. Barney is
survived by his daughter, Barbara (John) DeLoach; Elinor's daughter Linda
(Lew) Barnett; Elinor's son, Steven Golding and grandson, David Golding;
Barney's nephews and niece, Norman (Carol) Sidley, Michael (Sharon) Pusin,
and Marla (Merle) Levitt; and other beloved friends and relatives.
Elinor Pusin
- Elinor Pusin was born in Tokaj,
Hungary on March 16th, 1926. Both her
parents
contracted tuberculosis and died before she was six. She was smuggled out
of Europe onto a boat to America, where she was adopted by her aunt and
uncle in Pennsylvania. Elinor had a thirst for learning. She acquired a
bachelor's degree from New York University and a Masters in social work
from Rutgers University. She worked as a social worker administrator in Greystone Park N.J. She met her first husband, George Golding at the YMHA
in Washington D.C. They had 2 children, Linda and Steven. George Golding
passed away in 1990 after over 50 years of marriage. Elinor remarried
Colonel Bernard Pusin with whom she was united until her passing on
January 22nd, 2014. Elinor was a "people person". She never met a person
she didn't like. Elinor was warm and hospitable to everyone. She was a
member of 6WSAA and a member of Beth Israel and Beth El Congregation.
Clarence "Chuck" Miller -
Clarence
"Chuck" Miller, of Oklahoma City and beloved
Chairman
of 6WSAA died December 30, 2013. Chuck loved 6th Weather and gave much of
his time and his efforts to keep everyone informed regarding the
association, for which we are grateful. He served in 6th Weather Squadron
(Mobile) at Tinker AFB from 1955 to 1959 and 1962 to 1964. He was Chairman of the 6th Weather Squadron Alumni
Association for ten and a half years starting in July 2003 and also served
as Vice Chairman before that. He was always recording our reunion
activities and trips, wrote, assembled and published the association
newsletter 'The 6th Dimension', a biannual publication, created necessary
forms, and kept track of all the members and updated their information and
coordinated what needed to be done for the good of the association. His
dedication was much appreciated by all association members and he will
always be remembered. His Obituary follows:
Clarence "Chuck" P.E. Miller was born
on February 21, 1937 to David and Catherine Miller in Charleston, West
Virginia. He was the youngest of seven children to this union. He attended
West Virginia Public Schools where he received a GED. Chuck then joined
the United States Air Force in 1953 at the age of 17. He was stationed at
Tinker Air Force Base where he met and married the love of his life,
Carolyn A. Perry on December 7, 1958. To this union they were blessed with
four children, Kelvin, Kenneth, Annette and Cynthia. During his military
career, Chuck served in Ground Weather Radar. He was later promoted to
flying status with the Hurricane Hunters on C-130s where he served until
his retirement. During his service, Chuck and Carolyn were stationed at
the following locations; Anchorage, AK; Oklahoma; Japan (two tours;
California; Guam, and finally Biloxi, MS where he was honorably
discharged. He retired from the Air Force after 26 years of dedicated
service as a Master Sergeant. After his retirement, Chuck started working
for the IRS. He later transferred to Civil Service at Tinker Air Force
Base where he worked as a Computer Analyst for 20 years. During this time,
Chuck attended Rose State College receiving an Associate's Degree in
Business Administration. He continued his education at Langston University
where he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Programming and Business
Administration. He was a leader in his community serving as the North
Creston Hills Association; he was chairperson of the Weather Recon
Association of OKC; and other inner city organizations. He served as a
Deacon at Unity Baptist Church faithfully for many years. Chuck was an
avid bowler and sports enthusiast. He loved spending time with his family.
He also dabbled in photography. Chuck was preceded in death by his
parents, six sisters and two daughters. He leaves to cherish his memory
his loving wife, Carolyn; two sons, Kelvin of Qatar and Kenneth (Carla) of
of Edmond, OK; four grandchildren, Heather (Albert), TJ (Sarah) and
Alyssa, all of Oklahoma City, OK and Jada of Edmond. OK; one
great-grandson, Damian; sister-in-law, Donna F. Rolls (John) of Oklahoma
City, OK; and many nieces and nephews, along with other relatives and
friends.
Francis "Frank" Gawron -
Francis "Frank" Gawron, Age 74, was Born to Eternal life on Wednesday, November 13,
2013. Loving husband of over 53 years to Judith Ann "Judy" (nee Rewolinski).
Beloved father of Mary (Jerry) Pratt, Mark (Jody) Gawron and Amy (Mark)
Youngquist. Dear grandpa to Megan and Cole Pratt, Evan and Natalie Gawron
and Claire, Morgan and Carson Youngquist. Loving brother to Patricia
Hoffman. Brother-in-law to Tom Hoffman, along with other in-laws Russel
Zimek, Barb McGunnigle, Jim Rewolinski and Carla Rewolinski. Further
survived by many loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Frank was preceded in
death by his parents John and Stefania Gawron, his sisters Rosemary Gawron
and Ceil Zimek and a brother-in-law Tim McGunnigle. Frank proudly served 4
years in the U.S. Air Force. He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB from 1957 to 1961
and was a member of 6WSAA. He retired after over 40 years of service from Wisconsin Bell, now AT&T. He
was an avid golfer, loved to play cards at Wilson Park Senior Center and
enjoyed watching and feeding birds. He will be sadly missed.
Kenneth Ray Austin -
Kenneth Ray Austin of
Nacogdoches, Texas left this earthly realm for
his
heavenly home on Friday evening, July 19, 2013. He was born in Lufkin,
Texas on January 9, 1943 to George Douglas Austin and Imogene Mooney
Austin. He spent his childhood and adolescence in Lufkin, attending school
there and graduating from Lufkin High School in 1961. In 1963, while
attending Stephen F. Austin State University, he met and fell in love with
Sarah Jane Wilson. They started their wonderful journey together when they
married June 4, 1965. In 1966, Ken readily joined the United States Air
Force and enjoyed a colorful career for the next 23 years. During his
military life he wore many hats, but the years he was most proud of were
the ones he spent as a Missile Combat Crew Commander.
He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB
from 1966 to 1975 and was a member of 6WSAA.
His
proudest accomplishments were his family and the time he spent with them;
his wife of 48 years, Jane; his daughters, April Nichols and Amy Beckham
(Bradley); son, Andrew; and grandchildren, Johnny Nichols, Blake and Josie
Beckham and Elizabeth Austin. Ken was a one of a kind, special person who
will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. He always had a smile on
his face, a joke to tell, and a laugh to lend. He never met a strange, and
was eager to help anyone in need. He loved history and photography, but
most of all, his country. Ken is also survived by his brother, Richard
Austin (Stacey), their children and grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Ann
Crisp, her children and grandchildren.
Jerry A. Williams -
Jerry A. Williams 79, of Mesa died April 9, 2013. He was
born
December
1, 1933 in St. Petersburg, Florida to Arthur and Gladys Williams. He lived
in AZ since 1996. Jerry worked as a meteorologist in the United States Air
Force, served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1959 to 1963 and
retired as an E8 after 21 years of service. After that he returned to
college at age 42, completing his degree at University of Omaha at the
ripe "old age" of 44. During this period he also prepared climatology
studies for the building of the Alaska Pipeline. In 1976 he returned to
full time meteorology, prepared weather forecasts for the ocean shipping
industry, represented his company in weather related law suits, and was
named as President of the company in 1994. He retired in 1996. He was a
Certified Consulting Meteorologist, a member of the National Council of
Industrial Meteorologists, and a member Emeritus of The American
Meteorological Society. He was a member of 6WSAA. Jerry enjoyed 25 active
years as a volunteer for the BSA, leading troops at three locations, While
living in Alaska he was summer camp director for the Midnight Sun Council,
led a 50 mile mining road hike, and winter camps at 40 below zero. He was
awarded the highest volunteer Scouter's award, the Silver Beaver, and the
Award of Merit from the Mid America Council, Omaha. He was active in the
Street Rod automobile hobby starting in 1989. At the time of his death he
was a member of the Arizona Street Rod Association, National Hot Rod
Association, and GoodGuys. He was preceded in death by a son Reed,13. He
is survived by his loving wife Adele "Muffy" of over 58 years, son Jerry
M. Williams of Seoul, Korea, and son Alan J. Williams of Queen Creek, AZ
and grandchildren Jerry LM Williams currently serving in the USAF and
Janet K. Williams of Seattle WA.
Lee Robbins - Lee Robbins, born to Eternal life
and reunited with loved ones on
Wednesday,
January 16, 2013, at the age of 79. He was surrounded by family. Loving
brother of Gene (Ellen) Robbins and brother-in-law to Ken Aubol. Dear
uncle to Allan, Robert (Debbie), Ken, Barb (Robin), Robb, Mark (Kelly) and
Marty (Sandy). Lee also leaves great nieces and nephews, other relatives
and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Earl and
Clincie Robbins, a sister June Aubol and by his beloved friend and partner
Ron Easterday. A proud Air Force veteran and "Atomic Vet", Lee served with
the 33rd Weather Squadron from 1953 to 1960. He served with 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1954 to 1957. He was discharged as a Staff
Sergeant. He went on to work for Easterday Fluid Technology and retired as
CEO after over 26 years. Lee enjoyed time spent at his Crandon, WI cottage
and his friends "up-north" the Bauknecht's. He loved traveling with Ron,
and the two visited Miami Beach, California, Mexico, Puerto Rico and all
places warm and sunny. He will be sadly missed.
Thomas A. Rule
- (1929 – 2012) Thomas A. Rule, age
83, of Paris, IL passed away Friday December 21, 2012 in Twin Lakes Rehab
Paris. He was a rural mail carrier for the United States Postal Service
and an insurance producer for Met-Life Insurance Co. Tom was 22 year
veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) in 47, 50-60+. He was a member of St. Andrew’s
Episcopal Church. Tom was born November 12, 1929 in Paris the son of the
late Forrest and Ruth A. Eldredge Rule. He married Mary Whitton Rule July
16, 1950 in St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Paris. Tom is survived by his
wife; his daughter Chris Smalbach and her husband Earl of Indianapolis,
IN; his grandson Thomas Maxwell Smalbach of Indianapolis, IN; his brother
Ronald E. Rule of Eaton, Georgia.
Erika Garbutt
-
Erika Garbutt, July 19, 1933 - October 28,
2012 Midwest City. Erika,
Else Garbutt was born
July 19, 1933 in Breslau, Germany and passed away on October 28, 2012 in
Midwest City, OK. She leaves behind her husband of sixty-one years, Donald
Lee (lovingly known as Papa); four sons, Donald David and wife Marla of
Midwest City, OK, Edward George of Richardson, TX, Lee Owen and wife
Sherrie of Midwest City, OK, Gary Michael of Nicoma Park, OK. She also
leaves behind 2 grandsons, 5 granddaughters, 2 great-grandsons and 6
great-granddaughters. Erika is preceded in death by her son, Robert
Charles Garbutt in 2008. She came from a family of 5 sisters and 6
brothers. She met her husband stationed with the U.S.A.F. in Munich,
Germany where they were married and their first son was born before coming
to the United States in 1954. She was a member of 6WSAA. She has been a
devoted and faithful Jehovah's Witness since 1957. She was baptized in New
York City in 1958. She will be dearly missed and in our hearts forever by
all her family and many friends.
Craig Lovstad
-
Craig S. Lovstad, 66, retired
Council Bluffs banker,
died October 4, 2012
after
a lengthy battle with cancer and heart problems. He was a cherished
husband and father. Son of Leonard and Viola Lovstad, Craig was born on
October 20, 1945, in Burt, Iowa. He graduated from North Central Community
High School in Manly and then attended two years at Iowa State University.
In January 1966, Craig joined the Air Force and served from
from 1965-1969 in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile).
After serving in Texas, Illinois, Oklahoma, Eniwetok and Washington D.C.,
he volunteered to serve the last year of his enlistment in Vietnam. While
in Vietnam, he was attached to the 1st and 25th Infantry Divisions. He
worked on a number of their base camps as a weather observer and proudly
served his country. After a year in Vietnam, Craig was discharged and
headed back to Iowa State with his wife, Sandra and daughter, Melanie. He
graduated in May 1972 with a B.S. in Agricultural Business. He then went
to work for the former Council Bluffs Savings Bank and had a fulfilling 25
year career. Before his health forced him to retire, Craig served as Board
Treasurer and Director of the Pottawattamie County Mental Health Center,
Visiting Nurse Association, Loess Hill Area Education Agency, Volunteer
Bureau and Mad Dads. He also did fund raising for the Boy Scout
Trailblazer Council and helped Tim Wickman with his little league baseball
teams. Craig was a life member of the VFW and DAV. Craig was preceded in
death by his dad, Leonard, in 1986. He is survived by his wife, Sandra;
daughter, Melanie Clothier (Daniel), of Johnston, Iowa; and his son,
Nathan (Julie Bogardus), of Denver, Colo. He is also survived by his
wonderful granddaughters, Lindsey and Bailey Clothier; mother, "Dolly"
Viola (Serdahl) Lovstad; brother, Jim (Dorothy), of Universal City, Texas,
brother, Eric (Mary), of Forest City, Iowa; and nieces and nephews.
Robert L. Smith
-
Robert L. Smith, 77, of Urbana died at 4:30 a.m. Friday (June 29,
2012)
at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Robert was born Sept. 10, 1934, in
Milford, a son of Wilbur and Lavina Hasselbring Smith. He married Sherrill
A. Nelson on Nov. 18, 1955, in Perry, Okla. She survives. Also surviving
are his children, Bryan (Tina) Smith of Ogden and Debra Smith of Urbana;
grandchildren, Melissa (Kenny) Schrock of St. Joseph, Jessy (Ronelle)
Smith of Ogden and Zachary Smith of Ogden; great-grandchildren, Tierra and
Jordan Stiverson of St. Joseph and Makynzie Smith of Ogden; and sister,
Donna Gossett of Milford. He was preceded in death by his parents; one
brother, Jimmie Smith; and one sister, Ramona Beam. Robert served as a
weatherman in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-1973 and served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile).
He worked as a construction laborer out of Local 703 in Urbana. He was a
member of First Christian Church in Champaign. He enjoyed watching all
sports, collecting baseball cards, playing poker and euchre, and above all
spending time with his family.
Norman Johnson Clark
-
Norman Johnson Clark,
84, of Tulsa, passed away Friday,
June 15, 2012. He was born February 7, 1928 in Midland, MD, son of the late
James Kirkwood and Mary Etta (Johnson) Clark. He attended Carnegie
Institute of Technology in Pittsburg, PA where he studied Aeronautical
Engineering withdrawing in 1946 to enlist in the Army Air Force serving as
a weather technician in a B-29 Weather Reconnaissance Squadron based in
Guam. He was called to service again in 1952 during the Korean War. The
same year he married his beloved wife of 55 years, Madeline Feucht Clark.
She passed away in 2008. Norman was assigned by the Air Force to Texas A&M
University for graduate training in Meteorology and was awarded a Master
of Science degree. His final assignment was as Commander of the 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) located at Tinker Air Force Base near Oklahoma
City from 1974 to 1978. Norman retired from the Air Force with the rank of
Colonel on June 1, 1978 with 30 years of service. He was a member of 6th
Weather Squadron Alumni Association. He volunteered with the Tulsa Air and
Space Museum. In Oct of 2009 he married Wilma Brakey, she preceded him in
death a few months later. He is survived by his son, Doug Clark of Euless,
TX and daughter, Debbie Milberger and husband, Mark of Tulsa; three
grandchildren and two great grandchildren; two sisters, Helen LaPrade and
Evelyn Burdette.
Jay W. Hartz -
TSgt (Ret) Jay Wagner
Hartz, USAF, 77, of Palmyra, passed away
peacefully
on Saturday, June 9, 2012 in The Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. He
was born Friday, January 4, 1935 in Annville Township to the late Jacob
and Mary Ellen (Speraw) Hartz. He was predeceased by his loving wife
Virginia Anne (Herwegh) Hartz on December 22, 2008. He was a 1952
graduate of Annville High School and retired as TSgt from the US Air
Force, in September 1972, after 22 years of service. He served in 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1957 to 1963 and was a member of 6th Weather Squadron Alumni Association. He was a Veteran of
the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and received numerous commendations and
citations during his decorated career. He was a member of the Annville
American Legion, Post 559. He is survived by a nephew, Keith L. Ulrich
and wife Diana of Gettysburg; two nieces, Kendra L. Werner of West
Chester, and Karen L. Fox and husband Harry of Palmyra; several great
nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by four brothers, Fred, Larry,
Jack, and twin brother Ray Hartz; one sister, Mildred Ulrich.
Valois "Buzzy" Young
- Master Sergeant Valois 'Buzzy'
Young, Jr., USAF Retired, 76 died peacefully, Saturday, May 26, 2012,
at his home. Born July 11, 1935 on Vinalhaven, Maine, he was the son
Valois, Sr. and Gladys Bradstreet Young. He was an avid Red Sox fan since
1941. Buzzy is survived by his companion Kitty Womer of Damascus, PA; his
children Lawrence Young of Long Beach, CA, Jessica Monokrousses and her
husband Dennis of South Bend, IN, Barbara Wise of Thomaston; three
grandchildren, Jennifer, Juliette and Bridgette Wise; a brother Kenneth
Hopkins of Connecticut and his sister, Evelyn Renna of Portland.
Jack Joe Taiclet -
Taiclet, Jackie Joe, 78, retired Air
Force and Chaplain,
beloved dad, grandpa, uncle and friend, passed away on Tuesday, January
17, 2012. He was born in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Edmon August Taiclet and
Bessie Lee (Bridgewater) Taiclet. He graduated from Southwest Baptist
Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas.
He served in the Air Force AWS and in 6th Weather Squadron
(Mobile) in 1963-1968. He was a member of 6WSAA.
He is survived by his children, Terri (Bryan) Wilkins of Boise, ID,
Sharron Fisher of TX, Kari (Zack) Butler of Parma, ID, George Taiclet of
Ft. Worth, TX, Shane (Lisa) Taiclet of San Angelo, TX; 18 grandchildren; 4
great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Mae
Taiclet, daughter, Gwendolyn Elaine Taiclet, great grandson, Hunter Allen,
parents, sisters, Helen Burkett, Mary Greenwood, Thelma Taiclet, and
brother, Raymond Taiclet.
Bennie D. Bankston -
Bennie D. Bankston, 73, of Victoria, Texas passed away
Saturday, October 15, 2011. He was born October 12, 1938, in Jasper,
Texas. His parents were George E. and LaNell Fridell Bankston. Survivors
include his wife of 49 years, Patricia Simpson Bankston of Victoria;
daughters, Sheri Weisiger and husband Craig of League City, Texas and
Donna Edwards and husband John of Firestone, Colorado; son, Duane Bankston
of Lewisville, Texas; brother, Carl Bankston and wife Mary of Victoria,
Texas; and six grandchildren. He served in the Air Force AWS and in 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) in 1957-1958. He was a member of 6WSAA.
Robert A D'Alfonso
-
Robert A. D’Alfonso Sr., 73, a mechanical engineer for Halliwell
Engineering
Associates for over 40 years, died September 24, 2011 at Home & Hospice
Care of RI. He was the beloved husband of Gloria P. (Guglielmo) D’Alfonso
for 52 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Vittorio and
Maria (Montecalvo) D’Alfonso. Mr. D’Alfonso enjoyed spending time with his
family, gardening, fishing and target shooting. He was a veteran of the
U.S. Air Force and served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1957 to
1960 and
he
was a member of 6th Weather Squadron Alumni Association.
Besides his wife he is survived by his children, Maria G. Dutra and her
husband, Paul, Robert A. D’Alfonso Jr. and his wife, Margaret, Lori A.
Faragalli and her husband, Gary Sr., and John C. D’Alfonso and his wife,
Marcy; a brother, Victor D’Alfonso; a sister, Amalia Iannucci; nine
grandchildren, Christine, Kathleen, Robert III, Gary Jr., Sean, Domenic,
Isabella, Mina and Joseph; and a great-grandchild, Rosalie. He was the
father of the late Joseph M. D’Alfonso, grandfather of the late Gloria and
brother of the late Joseph, Lawrence, Benedetto D’Alfonso and Hortense
Ruggiero.
Cloid James "Jim" Sowell
- Cloid James “Jim” Sowell, 83, passed away March
14,
2011
at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. He was born
August 22, 1927 in Ringling, Oklahoma to Cloid and Johnnie (Chapman)
Sowell. He was raised in Oklahoma, attended public schools and joined the
U.S. Merchant Marine in 1943 at the age of 16. He served in the Pacific
Theater aboard a gasoline tanker ship, and later enlisted in the US Air
Force. His training specialty in the Air Force was as a weather
observation technician (meteorologist), and he was instrumental in
predicting weather conditions during the Berlin airlift from 1946-49. He
married Christine McLuckie June 17, 1947 and his military career led them
to numerous duty stations in Germany, England, Tinker Field Air Force Base
in Midwest City, OK and Alaska. He retired from the Air Force January 31,
1966 as a Tech Sergeant and began a career in meteorology with the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Suitland, MD. He served
in 6th Weather squadron (Mobile) from 1951 to 1953 and was a member of
6WSAA. He and Christine lived in Washington, D.C., Suitland and District
Heights, MD prior to her death on January 9, 1979. Jim was later married
to Jean Cameron from 1986 until her death in 2007. Since 2004 he had
resided at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home where he was active as
co-chairman of the residence committee. In his leisure time Jim enjoyed
computers, bird feeding and being an expert weatherman. He had been a
member of the Boy Scouts, the Masonic Lodge and the Kiwanis Club. Preceded
in death by his wives Christine and Jean, Jim is survived by four
children: Allison D. Mooney and her husband Fran of Dunkirk, MD, James J.
Sowell of Laurel, MD, H. Lee Sowell and his wife Barbara of Chesapeake
Beach, MD and Christina Janet Sowell of Dowell, MD. He is also survived by
eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, stepchildren Bonnie Barry
and her husband Billy of Deale, MD and Steve Cameron of Prince Frederick,
MD, and by two step-grandchildren.
Tunis D. Morrow
- Lt. Col. (Ret.) Tunis D. Morrow, 87, of Fort
Walton Beach, Fla.,
passed
away Saturday, May 7, 2011. Tunis was born on Oct. 6, 1923, in Hammon,
Okla. He leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years, Hazel Rose Morrow;
two sons, Blair Morrow and wife, Brenda, and Brad Morrow and wife,
Catherine; granddaughters, Lauren and Morgan Morrow; and grandsons,
Ryan and Nathaniel Morrow. He is also survived by his sister, Sue
Finley. Tunis proudly served his country for 25 years in the U.S. Air
Force, and was a member of the Order of Daedalians, Seagull Flight No.
161. He served in 6th Weather squadron (Mobile) from 1952 to 1956 and was
a member of 6WSAA.
Alen Victor Voorhees, Jr
- Alen Victor Voorhees,
Jr. was born on November 25, 1943 and passed away on Sunday, December 5,
2010 at age 67. Vic joined the Air Force and served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from 1966 to 1968. Mr. Voorhees was a resident of
Smithfield, North Carolina at the time of his passing.
Kenneth
"Ken" R. Zinke
-
81 of Wisconsin Dells, died Friday, August 20, 2010 at the
Living
Center in Wisconsin Dells. Ken was born on April 24, 1929 in
Wisconsin Dells, the son of Fred and Emma Nelson Zinke. On Nov. 25,
1951 he married Jeannine Lambkin of La Crosse. As a young man, he
helped his father in Zinke's City Market until he left home to join
the Merchant Marines, eventually sailing to West Africa, Trinidad
and South America. A year later, Ken enlisted in the U.S. Air Force.
He retired after 20 years, obtaining the rank of Senior Master
Sergeant. He was assigned to the Berlin Air Lift in Germany, the Dew
Line - early warning radar system - at Barter Island north of
Alaska. He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) in 1951 and from
1960 to 1962, and was a member of 6WSAA. At Point Barrow,
Alaska, he fired weather rockets and participated in nuclear bomb
testing at Johnson Island, firing the Thor missile. Ken installed a
series of radar stations across the Pacific Ocean as part of the
moon watch. The radar stations surveyed the islands exact positions
so the Gemini and Apollo space capsules would land in the water. He
helped setup the Air Force's first weather tracking satellite
system. Ken was in charge of, and taught at, the weather electronic
school at Chanute Air Force Base in Illinois. After retiring from
the Air Force in 1967, he bought out his father's half of the
grocery store and became a partner with his brother, Gordon. Ken and
Gordon operated two stores in Beloit, one in Friendship, and one in
Wisconsin Dells. Ken was also a partner in the River Inn of
Wisconsin Dells with Bob Koch and owned a grocery store in Merrill.
In 1994 he sold Zinke's Shop Rite in Wisconsin Dells to his son,
Dan, making him the third generation to own it. Ken was a master
craftsman in woodworking and electronics. He filled up his
retirement keeping Zinke's Village Market in good working order and
in helping his daughter renovate a farmhouse and filling it with his
handcrafted furniture. He always had the time when someone needed a
hand, either a family member or a friend. Ken was most content in
his basement workshop working on a project. Ken is survived by his
wife, Jeannine, a daughter, Debra (Robert) Weitzel, a son, Daniel (Charla)
Zinke, grandsons, Chad Zinke and Derrick (Renee) Partlow and their
two daughters Ariana and Sade, a brother, Donald, and sister,
Carolyn Murphy. He was preceded in death by his parents and a
brother, Gordon.
Dennis M.
"Digger" Crowder
- MSgt. Ret. Dennis M. Crowder (Digger), 86, passed away April 10, 2010
in Columbus, OH. He formerly lived in Midwest City and retired from 6th
Weather Sqdn. Tinker AFB in 1964. He moved to Ohio in 1967. He was a
member of the Masonic Order and a Shriner. Dennis is survived by wife,
Frances and children, Jeanine Edwards of Columbus, Rex Edwards of
Michigan, Jim Crowder of St. Louis, MO, Susan Bishop-Grieves of Edmond &
Robert Crowder of Midwest City. Also survived by former wife, Arabelle
Crowder of Midwest City.
Lynn R. Rathbun
-
66, of Alda, died Saturday, March 13, 2010,
at Lakeview Golden Living
Center
surrounded by his family. Memorial Service will be 3 P.M. Wednesday at the
Alda Community Center. The Alda/Wood River VFW Post 4677 will conduct the
service. A celebration of life and dinner with conversation will be held
following the service from 3:30-5:30 P.M. Burial of Ashes will be at a
later date in Waterville, IA. All Faiths Funeral Home is serving the
family. Mr. Rathbun was born on January 6, 1944 at Waterville, IA the son
of Lawrence and Hilma (Moe) Rathbun. Those left to cherish his memory are
his wife of 20 years, Angela; son and daughter-in-law, Clayton and Sandra
Rathbun of Cordova, TN; daughter and son-in-law, Rena and Michael Cylburn
of Morrison, OK; brothers and sister-in-laws, Lee and Noboko Rathbun of
Minden, NV, Kirt and Diane Rathbun of Waterville, IA, Eric and Angi
Rathbun of Nasella, GA, and Jim Rathbun of Waterville, IA; sister and
brother-in-law, Laural and Gene Leirn of Waterville, IA. Other survivors
include four grandchildren, Adam and Robert Cylburn, and Stella and Emily
Rathbun. He was welcomed into heaven by his parents, two brothers, and one
sister. Lynn grew up in Waterville, IA receiving his education from
Waterville School, graduating in 1961 from Allamakee Community School. He
entered the United States Air Force in 1961. He served eight years and
was a member of the 6th Weather Squadron. He was united in marriage to
Sandra Thompson on August 10, 1963. He later married Angela McKoski on
June 10, 1989. Lynn owned and operated Rathbun Industrial Services in Alda.
Due to health issues he retired three years ago. He was an active member
of the Alda/Wood River VFW Post 4677 since 1993, serving as President and
Quarter Master Adjutant. He was blessed with the gift of conversation and
loved going to auctions. He was well known for loving to be around people
and children.
Larry A. Bowling
-
April 5, 1944 - January
2010. Larry A. Bowling, 65 was born
in Webb City, Missouri died January 2010. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile), Tinker AFB, OK as a Weather Observer/(Rawinsonde) from
1962 to 1965 and had a TDY at Eniwetok Atoll in ‘65.
William A. "Bill" Callicutt
January 5, 1929 - January
25, 2010, age
81, of Niceville, FL
passed
away on Monday, January 25, 2010. Bill was a long time member of the
Temple Baptist Church and the Amos Dorman Masonic Lodge #480 in Myrtle,
MS. He was also a member of the Scottish Rite and the Hadji Shrine Temple
in Pensacola, FL and the Ft. Walton Beach Shrine Club. Bill retired from
the Air Force after 21 years of service and then from Bellsouth after 20
years of service.
He
served in the 6th Weather Squadron from 1959 to 1963, and was a member of
our 6WSAA. He was preceded
in death by his father, Jim Allen Callicutt; mother, Annie Lewis Dodds;
and a son, Ricky Allen Lamb. Survivors include his wife, Constance J.
Callicutt; two sons, Charles Randall Lamb (Beatriz) and Mark George
Callicutt; three daughters, Donna Renee Lafond, Sherry Lynn Veitch, and
Kim Patricia Gossett (Tim); two brothers, James L. and Robert D. Callicutt;
a sister, Peggy C. Cook; a daughter-in-law, LaCretia Lamb; seven
grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, and
friends.
Robert W. "Swede" Reid
was born April 28, 1936, in
Tacoma, WA to William V. and
Marie
Reid. He died on November 13, 2009 at Integris Hospice House of congestive
heart failure. He graduated in 1954 from Prosser High School in Prosser,
WA. Bob joined the Air Force in 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1958.
He
served in the 6th Weather Squadron from 1956 to 1958, and was a member of
our 6WSAA.
Bob then graduated from
Central State College in 1962 with a B.S. in chemistry. He was an agent
for Allstate Ins. Co. for 31 years. After his retirement on December 31,
1993, he spent many happy hours fishing, hunting and cooking. Bob married
Angela Demmer in 1957 and to this union they had three children. He is
survived by his wife, Angela, of the home; children, Susan Reed and
husband Dave, Steve Reid and wife Barb of OKC and David Reid of Houston,
TX; grandchildren, Trent and Sienna Reed and Noah and Angela Reid all of
OKC; sister, Arlene Reynolds and husband Len Reynolds of Yakima, WA.
Richard L.
"Dick" Kamp, 70, of
Tampa, passed away June 12, 2009. He was born in Mt. Carmel, Ill. and came
here in 1978, from Illinois. He was Lutheran by faith. He served 22 years
in the U.S. Air Force.
He
served in the 6th Weather Squadron from 1962 to 1970, and was a member of
our 6WSAA. Richard retired
after 24 years with the National Weather Service in Ruskin, Fla. He
enjoyed bowling and golf. He is survived by his children, Jeff Kamp of
Miami, Fla., Scott Kamp of Lithia, Fla. and Tracey L. Nicholson of Tampa;
and two grand- children, Keegan Kamp and Cooper Kamp.
Rick Tasetano,
of Moore, OK, passed away February 3, 2009 after a
long illness. Born Jan. 28,
1931
to Katherine and John Tasetano, Sr. in Brooklyn, New York. He is preceded
in death by both parents, an infant daughter, Theresa, and nephew, Louis
Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, his sons, John III,
Matthew Sr. and wife Alisha, six grandchildren, Nima, Virginia, Matthew
II, Katherine, Anthony and Michael step-son, Kenny his brothers, Louis and
Jerry Tasetano and their wives all of New York brother-in-law, Randy
Statham and many loving nieces and nephews. Rick served in the US Air
Force 1946-1978 and was a member of the 6th Weather Squadron from 1949 to
1955. He enjoyed his career in Meteorology. He retired from KTOK after
serving the public for 20 yrs. He was an active member of the 6WSAA Board
of Directors until his illness. Rick was also a HAMM radio operator
(N5KLM) and volunteered at many events and especially enjoyed sharing his
knowledge with his students in classrooms across the metro. Rick had a lot
of love for his family and friends. His wonderful life created many great
moments that will live in our hearts always.
Rodger Allen
Black,
Senior Master Sergeant Retired USAF, age 68, of
Midwest City, OK passed away on Monday, November 17, 2008. Son of Louis T.
and Mary Jane (Wills) Parker in Huntington, West Virginia, he was born
August 4, 1940. He was a meteorologist for the U.S. Government retiring
from the U.S. Air Force in 1984 and retired from Civil Service at Tinker
AFB in 2004, completing 43 years of service.
He served with the 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at
Tinker AFB, OK from 1962 to 1976.
Rodger was a member of the V.F.W., Choctaw Lions Club and nominated "Civilian of the Year" several
times and was awarded the "Civilian of the Year" award in years 1997 and
2002 for Tinker AFB. "Mr. Black", as he was known at Tinker, was living
proof that dedication, service, and commitment to mission and family, were
more than just words. His devotion to his family and the duty he felt to
serve his country were not just philosophies, they were character traits.
While he was an avid sports fan, especially for his favorite teams, the OU
Sooners and the Ohio State Buckeyes he also enjoyed playing bingo and
growing tomatoes for his special recipe of hot sauce. He not only loved to
read a great mystery novel, he enjoyed sharing his books with numerous
family members. But, his passion was always the science of meteorology. It
gave him great pleasure to educate and inform others about the dynamics of
weather and how it affected so many lives. Even after his retirement, he
was always available for discussion and to answer questions about the
weather. If you ever heard a severe weather alarm during his time of
service, there was a very good chance that it was "Mr. Black" who was
sounding that alarm. His steadfast allegiance to the support of his family
and his keen awareness to his responsibilities as a meteorologist is a
great loss. To say that he will be enormously missed by all who had the
good fortune to know him would be like saying that an F5 tornado is just a
light breeze. He is survived by one son, David A. Black of Albuquerque, NM
two daughters: Donna Thompson and husband Ralph Anthony of ASG Kuwait, and
Rhonda Stilwell and husband Bobby of Euless, TX seven grandchildren:
Melissa, Amanda, Michael, Adam, Jacob, Linda, and Andrew also four
great-grandchildren: Joshua, Destiny, Connor, and Kayleigh one sister,
Deborah Swain and husband Merle nephews, Brian and Hugh, nieces, Leslie,
Jemmie, and Catie brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill and Aletha
Tarkington brother-in-law Mike Freeman and many other Tinker family
members and friends. He joins in heaven his most beloved wife, Linda R.
Black, his parents and one sister, LuEllen Parker.
Thomas Earl
Davis, was born August 24, 1936 in Patterson,
GA, and passed away at home in Sulfur, OK on November 7, 2008 after a long
illness. Known by many as 'Zeb' he was in the 6th Weather Squadron
from 1955 to 1963, and was a former member of our 6WSAA. After his
military service, he spent several years in the National Weather Service.
Zeb and his wife of many years, Martha, sold their Choctaw home and
traveled for many years before settling in Sulphur, OK. Martha
said she would enjoy being associated with the 6th Weather Sq Alumni
Association again.
Jerry Yeager- Mr. Jerry Yeager, age 71, of Texarkana,
Arkansas, died Sunday, October 12,
2008,
in a local hospital. Mr. Yeager was born March 27, 1937, in Atkins,
Arkansas. He was retired from the United States Air Force and the United
States Weather Bureau in Tulsa, Oklahoma, after twenty years in each.
He
was in the 6th Weather Squadron and was a former member of our 6WSAA.
Survivors include one brother and
sister-in-law, Jimmie and Wanda Harris of Fouke, Arkansas, two sisters,
Billie Newton of Abernathy, Texas, and Brenda Joyce Miller and her husband
Joe Miller of Roselle, New Jersey, five nieces, Rene Castro of Roselle,
NJ, and Cindy Gell of Cranford, NJ, Leah Stewart, Julie Hendrickson, and
Cindy Purchase of Cabot, Arkansas, and two nephews, Ralph Newton, Jr. of
Houma, LA, and David Newton of Abernathy, TX, five great nieces and six
great nephews and a host of other relatives.
Kris Hundshamer,
(1949-2008) 59, Beloved husband, father,
grandfather, son and brother died peacefully at home surrounded by his
family. A "native" Tucsonian at heart, Kris and his wife Ellie made Tucson
their home for the past 20 years. Preceded in death by his father Frank,
he is survived by his wife of 34 years, Ellie; his four daughters, Yvonne
(Craig Anderson), Lauran (David Rott), Kristen (Kevin Lingafelter), and
Nellie Hundshamer; five bright and beautiful grandchildren; his mother
Dorothy, two sisters and a brother, and many dear friends. Born in Flint,
Michigan. After graduating college, Kris served as a meteorologist in the
US Air Force, with assignments as far away as Russia, South Africa and
Hallock, Minnesota.
He served with the U.S.
Air Force, Air Weather Service, 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker
AFB, Oklahoma.
Kris and his family spent 15
years in St. Paul, MN before moving to Tucson in 1989. With a commitment
to serving their customers and the Tucson community, Kris and Ellie bought
Kachina Sign Center, and Kris welcomed a new challenge and passion in
manufacturing. He will be remembered for his quiet attention to detail and
his devotion to his family and friends. An avid fisherman, hunter and
conservationist, Kris enjoyed the year-round outdoor activities of Tucson,
including the horse races, and even an occasional round of golf.
Charles Real,
(1934-2008) 73, was born on August 4, 1934, in Olaa, Hawaii. He died on
May
23, 2008
in Del City, OK. He served with the U.S.
Air Force, Air Weather Service, 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker
AFB, Oklahoma.
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Ronald G. Manning,
(1930-2007) 77, of Niceville,
Florida,
formerly of Norris City, Illinois, passed away June 10, 2007 in Ft. Walton
beach, Florida. He was born March 28, 1930 in Alton, Illinois, the son of
Glenn and Violet (Kelly) Manning. He married Judith M. Eye October 29,
1982 and she preceded him in death September 2, 2001.
He served with the U.S.
Air Force, Air Weather Service, 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker
AFB, Oklahoma from 1960 to 1968 and was a long standing member of 6WSAA
which he was very fond of.
He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service.
A special thanks to 6WSAA extended family
members Bill and Connie Callicutt who were Ron’s primary care-givers and
close personal friends. They took care of him throughout his illness and
saw to his every need in the absence of any relatives in the area. A
fitting example of the character of our members and of our
6WSAA motto, ‘Willing and Able’.”
A graveside
service was held Saturday, July 14, 2007 at Rice Cemetery in Norris City,
Illinois. He is
survived by a cousin and her husband, Linda and George Vines of Norris
City; a sister-in-law, June Skaggs of Norris City; two brothers-in-law, Carroll Henson of Goreville and Derald Henson
of Eldorado; and several nieces and nephews.
Billy Ramseur
Jones, (1931-2007)
75, died March 2, 2007, at his South Anchorage
home.
In accordance with his wishes, there will be no service. He will be
cremated and his ashes will be scattered at a future date. Billy was born
March 12, 1931, in Toccoa, Ga., to Claud and Velma Louise Jones. He served
with the U.S. Air Force Weather Service from Oct. 31, 1950, to June 1,
1973. He traveled "Tornado Alley" out of Tinker Air Force Base, Okla. He
also served in the "Hurricane Hunters" in Bermuda and in Tonopah, Nev., in
1955 during the "Operation Teapot" atomic bomb tests.
He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK from 1953 to 1955
and retired from the Air Force at Elmendorf AFB, Anchorage,
Alaska on June 3, 1974.
In 1951, Bill met his wife,
Nancy, when he was assigned to Narsarssuak, Greenland. They were married
in St. John's, Newfoundland, on May 30, 1953. They arrived in Anchorage in
1963, bought a lot in South Anchorage and in 1975 built their log house.
After the 1964 earthquake, on his way to report at Elmendorf Air Force
Base, Billy came to a large crack in the Old Seward Highway. He had some
boards in his truck and laid a couple over the crack so he could get
across. Others followed his lead, and before long there was a bridge
across the gap. Billy also was a commercial fisherman in Bristol Bay for
18 years, using his military leave time each July. His boat, Kingfish,
served him well. His sons, Jimmy and Claud, fished the Kingfish with him.
Billy owned a 1941 J-3 Piper Cub that he bought from a man in Virginia.
Nancy and Bill made a trip there, loaded the plane onto a trailer and
brought it to Anchorage. Lightning, as he named it, made a beautiful
picture on the front page of the Anchorage Daily News not too long ago. He
enjoyed all of the outdoor sports Alaska has to offer - hunting, fishing
and, most recently, when walking became difficult for him, using his
four-wheeler while clam digging. He grew up in a valley in the north
Georgia mountains and always thought it was the most beautiful place in
the world until he saw Alaska. This state stole his heart. His work in the
Air Force gave him the opportunity to travel the state, making many
friends during his trips. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter,
Bonnie Jean, and older brother, James Louis Jones. Billy is survived by
his wife of 53 years, Nancy; son, Jimmy and his wife, Bonnie; son, Claud
and his girlfriend, Kristy; and granddaughters, Jennifer, Sara, Jessica,
Abbie and Haley.
Elwyn
"Moe" Moseley -(1920-2005), Colonel USAF
(Ret.),
devoted father, husband and
grandfather, died
on November 27, 2005, at his
home in Colorado Springs, CO. Moe was born in Honoraville, AL, on December
20, 1920. He attended Crenshaw County High School in Highland Home, AL,
and was a graduate of the MIT Professional Meteorology Program, Troy State
University (BS), Auburn University and Oklahoma City University (MS), and
the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (MBA). Moe entered the Army
Air Corps in 1942 as a meteorologist and served in the U.S. Air Force Air
Weather Service until his retirement in 1974 as a full Colonel. We
remember him most as Commander of our 6th Weather Squadron
(Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK from August 8, 1961 to May 3, 1967. His final
assignment was as Commander of the 4th Weather Wing at Peterson AFB. His
decorations included the Legion of Merit with one Oak Leaf Cluster and the
U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force Commendation Medals. During World War II, he
served in both the North African and European Theaters where he commanded
units that forecasted the weather for many critically important bombing
missions that contributed to the Allied victory. He met his wife, Evelyn (Monnie)
Monaghan, during World War II in Italy, where she served as an Army nurse.
They married in 1945 at Kelly AFB and recently celebrated their 60th
anniversary. Following his retirement from the Air Force, Moe worked as a
realtor for Walker Realty and later for Langford Delay Realty. He is
survived by his wife, Monnie, and nine children: Jim Moseley (Colorado
Springs), Martha Jane Smith (Pacific Palisades, CA), John Moseley
(Sacramento, CA), Nancy Ann Moseley (Colorado Springs, CO), Mary Sue Stone
(Poway, CA), Betty Jo Postlewaite (Burke, VA), Michael Moseley (Castle
Rock, CO), Michelle Tracey (Littleton, CO), and Trish Moseley (Denver,
CO); and by two sisters, Mrs. Beatrice Thrower (Mobile, AL) and Mrs. Myra
Meyers (Montgomery, AL); and a
brother, Charles Moseley (Honoraville, AL).
Ivan Labelle Johnson -
Ivan Labelle Johnson, Lt.
Col. USAF age 72, passed away 14 June 2003. He was born April 8, 1931 in
Cobden, IL to John & Edith (walker) Johnson. Ivan received a Bachelor’s of
Science Degree in Education from Southern Illinois University in 1953;
received a certificate of Meteorology (equal to a Bachelor’s Degree) from
Florida State University in 1954; a Master’s Degree in Education from
Central State University in Edmond, OK in 1981. Ivan received a direct
appointment as a 2nd LT. in the U.S. Air Force in July 1953. He
spent 26 years in the Air Force as a Meteorologist and retired at Tinker
AFB in 1979 as a Lt. Col. At the time of his retirement he was the
Commander of the 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile). After the Air
Force he taught high school math at Putnam City High School for 12 years.
Ivan was married to Thelma Ann Boyer of Tallahassee, FL on 8-2-55 in
Ranstein, Germany. They had 3 children and travelled the world together.
He was an active member of St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in Midwest
City, OK since 1973. Ivan is survived by his wife, Thelma Ann of Midwest
City, O; son: Robert Johnson of OKC, OK; 5 grandchildren: Katy, Keely,
Brad, Danielle and Taylor; a brother: John Dewayne and wife, Linda of
Joliet, Il. He is also survived by many friends and family members,
especially special friends Don Keith and Scott Flenner.
Harry E. Wilson -T-Sgt
Harry E. Wilson (Air Force, ret.) age 51, of 10923 Breckenridge
Drive,
died Wednesday April 7, 1974. He retired from the Air Force AWS in 1968
after 22 years, and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK in the '50s. He
was an Episcopalian and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the
M. M. Eberts Post 1 of the American Legion, Midwest Masonic Lodge 532 at
Midwest City, Okla., and the Scottish Rite at McAlester, Okla. Survivors
are his wife, Mrs. Modean Clark Wilson; a son, Kenneth Wilson with the
Army at Jacksonville; a daughter, Mrs. Judy Ingle of Jacksonville; a
stepdaughter, Mrs. Diane Lenon of North Little Rock; his mother, Mrs. Mary
Wilson of Canton. Ill.; five brothers, DeVere L. Wilson of Chicago,
Willard D. Wilson of Lewistown, Ill., Max R. Wilson of Smithville, Ill.,
William E. Wilson of Washington, Ill., and Richard G. Wilson of Dunlap,
Ill.; four sisters Mrs. Wanda Ford, Mrs Doris Williams, and Mrs. Mary Jane
Juroco of Canton and Mrs. Dorothy Alfred of West Palm Beach, Fla., and two
grandchildren.
William J. Treadway - (1929-1955) died March 27, 1955
at age 25. Funeral services of Master Sergeant William J. Treadway, who
died at Oakland Naval Hospital, California March 27, were conducted in the
First Baptist Church at Flippin on Sunday at 2:00 p.m. The services were
conducted by the pastor Rev. P. O. Herrington and Rev. G. B. Keeter of
Yellville. A 28 member group from Tinker AFB, Oklahoma City, attended and
conducted military rites at the grave-side in a ceremony which followed in
Mountain View Cemetery. Sgt. Kannaly of the Air Force group conducted the
ceremony. Master Sergeant William J. Treadway was born June 15, 1929 at
Kingdon Springs, Arkansas and passed away at Pleasanton, California, March
27, 1955. He was 25 years, 9 months and 12 days of age. He graduated from
Flippin High School in May 1947 and enlisted in the United States Air
Corps the same year. He served a total of 8 years with 2 years overseas
service. Sgt Treadway was a member of the First Baptist Church of Flippin.
He was married to Miss Ruth Ann Suiter of Goodland, Kansas November 11,
1953. Other than his wife, he is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. W.W.
Treadway of Flippin; two brothers, Park Treadway, Long Beach, CA; Wayne
Treadway, Fort Smith, AR; four sisters, Mrs. Clyde Chambers, Phoenix, AZ,
Mrs. Joll Pace of Westplains, MO, Mrs. Durward Sanders, Flippin; and Mrs.
Clifton Sanders, Flippin. There was the largest crowd to attend Bill
Treadway’s funeral that we have ever seen at a funeral here in Flippin. We
can’t name the out of state people that attended, but there were many.
There were 28 servicemen from Tinker Air Force Base and other bases here
and they put on a military funeral at the cemetery. The bereaved family
sure has the sympathy of a host of friends. All have returned to their
homes.
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loved
ones by his side, Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at the Jane Phillips
Hospital in Bartlesville, OK. He was born August 9, 1945 in Nowata, OK to
Rudolph and Alice Plisek. Robert served over 20 years in the Armed Forces
of Army and Air Force where he retired as a Tech Sergeant. He served in
6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) in 1976 – 77 and was a member of 6WSAA.
Robert is survived by his son Lonnie Cort and wife Tammy of Springfield,
Missouri, daughter Pamela White and husband James and their two children
of Derby, KS, and by a previous marriage two step children, two brothers,
Duane Plisek and wife Patricia of Bartlesville, OK and Lonnie Plisek of
Dewey, OK, two sisters, Janice Price and husband James of Rogersville, MO
and Gaye Cantellay and husband Mike of Enid, OK and many nieces and
nephews. He was proceeded in death by his parents Rudolph and Alice Plisek,
a son Tony D. Plisek, two brothers: Charles A. Plisek and Leon A. Plisek,
three sisters: Caroline Brewer, Lou Ann Viles, Betty Jo Nadine and Frances
Joy Kelley.
April
11, 2016 at Ministry St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. He was born on May 12,
1925 in Edgar, the son of the late Rev. Karl and Laura (Junge) Schmidt.
Howard attended grades 1 through 8 in Strasbourg Saskatchewan, Canada and
then moved to Merrill in 1939. Howard was drafted in the United States
Army in 1944. He served in Germany during World War II in the Glider
Infantry which was part of the 1st Allied Airborne Army that crossed the
Rhine River near Wessel. He was awarded Glider Wings, Combat Infantry
Badge and the Bronze Star. Howard was discharged in 1946. Upon discharge,
Howard returned to graduate High school in Merrill. He then served in the
Navy Reserve from 1947-1951. On September 7, 1952, Howard was united in
marriage to Lola Voigt in Hamburg, WI. She survives. He then enlisted in
the United States Air Force and served in the Weather Service in the
United States, Greenland, Germany and Korea. He retired from the Air Force
after 23 years of service. He was a member of 6WSAA and served in 6th
Weather Squadron (Mob) from 1953 to 1955. Howard graduated from the
University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point in 1975 and taught fourth and fifth
grades at Sacred Heart School in Polonia for 11 years. Howard was active
in the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Wittenberg Lions. He was also a member
of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wittenberg serving as past congregation
president, the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Post #502, Wittenberg and
the Elderon Memorial Post #8068 Veterans of Foreign Wars. Howard was
honored to take part in the Never Forgotten Honor flight and was also
presented with the Quilt of Honor from the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
Survivors include his wife, Lola, Wittenberg; children, Steven H. Schmidt,
Elderon, Carla (Jesse) Hanke, Wittenberg and Timothy J. Schmidt, Tigerton;
five grandchildren, Jennifer (Randy) Jannusch, Alan (Kayla) Hanke, Carl
(Melissa) Baron, Joshua Breitrick and Samual Schmidt; eight
great-grandchildren, Kara, Makenna, Saul, Wyatt, Taya, Morgan, Owen and
Annika and many other nieces, nephews and other relatives. Howard was
preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Ruth Schmidt and Mae
Muschinske and one brother, Roger Schmidt.
Dawson,
71 died Thursday March 5, 2015 at The University of Shands Hospital in
Gainesville, FL; he was the son of the late John William and Nellie Mae
Lassiter Dawson. He is preceded in death by one brother. He had made Lake
City his home for the past eleven years after moving here from Tulsa, OK;
he was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and taught Sunday school at the
Lifestyle Enrichment Center, he enjoyed woodworking, gardening, reading,
music and watching old movies. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from 1964 to 1967 at Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of
6WSAA. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years of marriage Hazel
Dawson, Lake City, FL; four daughters Carla McMillian (Jim) Gainesville,
FL; Marnie Allayne Smith (Kenneth) Kannapolis, NC; Chanda Reyes (Victor)
Jacksonville, FL; and Angela Nicole Boos (Michael) St. Johns, FL; one
sister Edith Beck (Bernard) Gainesville, FL; six grandchildren and one
great grandchild also survive. 
was
born in Allen, OK on October 5, 1936 to John Thomas Sr. and Dorothy Mae
(Grove) Grace. Tom married Mary Spears on October 5 1968 at Oklahoma Coty,
OK and they resided in Pink, OK. Tom served in the United States Air Force
from 1954 to 1974. During that time he proudly served in Ethiopia,
Greenland and completed two tours of Vietnam. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile) from 1962 to 1967 at Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of
6WSAA. He was recognized with many Awards and Commendations. Tom was also
a 42 year member of the Del City Lodge 536, Del City, OK. After retiring
from the Air Force Tom and Mary moved to “Para Dice” in Ringold, OK.
Where they fished from Pine Creek Lake and raised a garden for 22 years.
The past 11 years Tom and Mary lived near family members in Pink, OK. Tom
is preceded in death by his parents, John Grace, Sr. and Dorothy Mae
Grace; and his sister La Von E. Graham. He leaves behind to cherish his
memory seven children, JoAnn Coleman and husband Doug, Martha Porch and
husband Greg, Dorothy Crabtree and husband Mike, La Von Jablonski and
husband Ski, Vicky Bryan and husband Terry, Sharon Giddens and husband
Larry, Chris Crites and wife Patty; two sisters Betty Inglish and husband
Loren, Donna Hayes and husband Bernard; 17 grandchildren; 31
great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
Carle
H. Clarke, 76, passed away on Jan. 26, 2015, in El Paso, Texas. He was
born on Feb. 13, 1938, in Augusta, Maine, to Warren and Marian (Worcester)
Clarke. Carle Clarke retired as a master sergeant in the U.S. Air Force in
1978. He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1959 to 1963 at
Tinker AFB, OK and was a member of 6WSAA. He was a lifetime member of the
Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks 1897 and member of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars, Post 7686, the American Legion, the Loyal Order of the Moose
2016 and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Airie 4101. Survivors include his
wife, Margret Clarke of the family home; two daughters, Jennifer Hyde
along with her partner Wayne Boesch of Alamogordo; Rhonda Moreno and her
husband Hector Moreno of Alamogordo; two sons Stephen Hyde and his wife
Katherine of Tennessee, and Robert Hyde and his wife Tammy of Hobbs, along
with 11 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. He was preceded in
death by his parents and one grandson.
Tucson,
Arizona on January 21, 2015. He was dedicated to his country, serving in
both Korea and Vietnam, he gave 25 years to his career in the military. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1973 to 1977 at Tinker AFB,
OK and was a member of 6WSAA. At the age of 81 he is survived by his wife
Hideko Robinson, two children Janet (Bruce) Smith and John (Robyn)
Robinson, two brothers Jim Robinson and Gary Robinson, five grandchildren
Ryan Smith, Alexa Burke, Lindsey Smith, Kristyn Robinson, Brittany
Robinson, and one great grandchild Wilder Smith. Devoted son of Donald and
Mary Robinson, loving husband, father and grandfather, true and loyal
friend. 
died on
Tuesday, September 9, 2014, at the Abington Hospice in Warminster. He was
73 years of age. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late
Salvatore and Josephine Constanza Bongiovanni. He had been a Churchville
resident for the past 30 years and had previously lived in Dover, DE. Mr.
Bongiovanni was a retired Chief Master Sergeant in the US Air Force. He
had been stationed at Dover Air Base in Delaware and at the Willow Grove
Naval Air Station in Willow Grove, PA as well as many other bases. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1960 to 1963 at Tinker AFB,
OK and was a member of 6WSAA. After his retirement from the Air Force he
was an employee of the Aetna Insurance Company in Blue Bell. Robert
was a member of American Legion Post 79 in New Hope, PA. He was a
communicant of Saint Vincent de Paul Parish in Richboro. Robert was the
devoted brother of Mary Julliano, of FL, Lillian Alasevich of Hatboro, Sam
Bongiovanni of Rio Grande, NJ, , and. He was the beloved companion of
Elizabeth Saunders of Philadelphia. He is also survived by several nieces
and nephew. 
Passed
away suddenly 6th August, 2014. Aged 79 Years Dearly Beloved Husband of
Hildegard (dec'd). Loved Father of Ernie (dec'd), Chris (dec'd), Errol and
Wendy, Lynette and Steve. Loving Opa and Great-Opa to their Families.
Iowa,
formerly of Mason City, passed from this life suddenly on Tuesday, July
15, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines. Visitation will be held
from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 17, at Iles Dunn's Chapel in Des
Moines. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 18, at
the funeral home. Private family committal services will take place at
Iowa Veterans Cemetery in Adel. Mike was born on January 18, 1946, in
Waterloo, IA, to Kenneth Raymond and Marilyn June (Marmie) Heatherton. He
was raised in Cedar Falls, Iowa and later grew up in Mason City. Mike
attended Accounting-Hamilton Business College and was a U.S. Air Force
veteran during Vietnam War. 
June
29, 1916, passed away peacefully Friday, April 11, 2014. Barney was born
in St. Paul, Minnesota, and grew up there after spending his early years
in Powers Lake, North Dakota, and a short time in Long Beach, California.
He thoroughly enjoyed his military career with the Air Weather Service,
where he served as Commander
parents
contracted tuberculosis and died before she was six. She was smuggled out
of Europe onto a boat to America, where she was adopted by her aunt and
uncle in Pennsylvania. Elinor had a thirst for learning. She acquired a
bachelor's degree from New York University and a Masters in social work
from Rutgers University. She worked as a social worker administrator in Greystone Park N.J. She met her first husband, George Golding at the YMHA
in Washington D.C. They had 2 children, Linda and Steven. George Golding
passed away in 1990 after over 50 years of marriage. Elinor remarried
Colonel Bernard Pusin with whom she was united until her passing on
January 22nd, 2014. Elinor was a "people person". She never met a person
she didn't like. Elinor was warm and hospitable to everyone. She was a
member of 6WSAA and a member of Beth Israel and Beth El Congregation.
Chairman
of 6WSAA died December 30, 2013. Chuck loved 6th Weather and gave much of
his time and his efforts to keep everyone informed regarding the
association, for which we are grateful. He served in 6th Weather Squadron
(Mobile) at Tinker AFB from 1955 to 1959 and 1962 to 1964. He was Chairman of the 6th Weather Squadron Alumni
Association for ten and a half years starting in July 2003 and also served
as Vice Chairman before that. He was always recording our reunion
activities and trips, wrote, assembled and published the association
newsletter 'The 6th Dimension', a biannual publication, created necessary
forms, and kept track of all the members and updated their information and
coordinated what needed to be done for the good of the association. His
dedication was much appreciated by all association members and he will
always be remembered. His Obituary follows:
his
heavenly home on Friday evening, July 19, 2013. He was born in Lufkin,
Texas on January 9, 1943 to George Douglas Austin and Imogene Mooney
Austin. He spent his childhood and adolescence in Lufkin, attending school
there and graduating from Lufkin High School in 1961. In 1963, while
attending Stephen F. Austin State University, he met and fell in love with
Sarah Jane Wilson. They started their wonderful journey together when they
married June 4, 1965. In 1966, Ken readily joined the United States Air
Force and enjoyed a colorful career for the next 23 years. During his
military life he wore many hats, but the years he was most proud of were
the ones he spent as a Missile Combat Crew Commander.
December
1, 1933 in St. Petersburg, Florida to Arthur and Gladys Williams. He lived
in AZ since 1996. Jerry worked as a meteorologist in the United States Air
Force, served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1959 to 1963 and
retired as an E8 after 21 years of service. After that he returned to
college at age 42, completing his degree at University of Omaha at the
ripe "old age" of 44. During this period he also prepared climatology
studies for the building of the Alaska Pipeline. In 1976 he returned to
full time meteorology, prepared weather forecasts for the ocean shipping
industry, represented his company in weather related law suits, and was
named as President of the company in 1994. He retired in 1996. He was a
Certified Consulting Meteorologist, a member of the National Council of
Industrial Meteorologists, and a member Emeritus of The American
Meteorological Society. He was a member of 6WSAA. Jerry enjoyed 25 active
years as a volunteer for the BSA, leading troops at three locations, While
living in Alaska he was summer camp director for the Midnight Sun Council,
led a 50 mile mining road hike, and winter camps at 40 below zero. He was
awarded the highest volunteer Scouter's award, the Silver Beaver, and the
Award of Merit from the Mid America Council, Omaha. He was active in the
Street Rod automobile hobby starting in 1989. At the time of his death he
was a member of the Arizona Street Rod Association, National Hot Rod
Association, and GoodGuys. He was preceded in death by a son Reed,13. He
is survived by his loving wife Adele "Muffy" of over 58 years, son Jerry
M. Williams of Seoul, Korea, and son Alan J. Williams of Queen Creek, AZ
and grandchildren Jerry LM Williams currently serving in the USAF and
Janet K. Williams of Seattle WA. 
Wednesday,
January 16, 2013, at the age of 79. He was surrounded by family. Loving
brother of Gene (Ellen) Robbins and brother-in-law to Ken Aubol. Dear
uncle to Allan, Robert (Debbie), Ken, Barb (Robin), Robb, Mark (Kelly) and
Marty (Sandy). Lee also leaves great nieces and nephews, other relatives
and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Earl and
Clincie Robbins, a sister June Aubol and by his beloved friend and partner
Ron Easterday. A proud Air Force veteran and "Atomic Vet", Lee served with
the 33rd Weather Squadron from 1953 to 1960. He served with 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1954 to 1957. He was discharged as a Staff
Sergeant. He went on to work for Easterday Fluid Technology and retired as
CEO after over 26 years. Lee enjoyed time spent at his Crandon, WI cottage
and his friends "up-north" the Bauknecht's. He loved traveling with Ron,
and the two visited Miami Beach, California, Mexico, Puerto Rico and all
places warm and sunny. He will be sadly missed. 
Else Garbutt was born
July 19, 1933 in Breslau, Germany and passed away on October 28, 2012 in
Midwest City, OK. She leaves behind her husband of sixty-one years, Donald
Lee (lovingly known as Papa); four sons, Donald David and wife Marla of
Midwest City, OK, Edward George of Richardson, TX, Lee Owen and wife
Sherrie of Midwest City, OK, Gary Michael of Nicoma Park, OK. She also
leaves behind 2 grandsons, 5 granddaughters, 2 great-grandsons and 6
great-granddaughters. Erika is preceded in death by her son, Robert
Charles Garbutt in 2008. She came from a family of 5 sisters and 6
brothers. She met her husband stationed with the U.S.A.F. in Munich,
Germany where they were married and their first son was born before coming
to the United States in 1954. She was a member of 6WSAA. She has been a
devoted and faithful Jehovah's Witness since 1957. She was baptized in New
York City in 1958. She will be dearly missed and in our hearts forever by
all her family and many friends. 
after
a lengthy battle with cancer and heart problems. He was a cherished
husband and father. Son of Leonard and Viola Lovstad, Craig was born on
October 20, 1945, in Burt, Iowa. He graduated from North Central Community
High School in Manly and then attended two years at Iowa State University.
In January 1966, Craig joined the Air Force and served from
2012)
at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Robert was born Sept. 10, 1934, in
Milford, a son of Wilbur and Lavina Hasselbring Smith. He married Sherrill
A. Nelson on Nov. 18, 1955, in Perry, Okla. She survives. Also surviving
are his children, Bryan (Tina) Smith of Ogden and Debra Smith of Urbana;
grandchildren, Melissa (Kenny) Schrock of St. Joseph, Jessy (Ronelle)
Smith of Ogden and Zachary Smith of Ogden; great-grandchildren, Tierra and
Jordan Stiverson of St. Joseph and Makynzie Smith of Ogden; and sister,
Donna Gossett of Milford. He was preceded in death by his parents; one
brother, Jimmie Smith; and one sister, Ramona Beam. Robert served as a
weatherman in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-1973 and served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile).
He worked as a construction laborer out of Local 703 in Urbana. He was a
member of First Christian Church in Champaign. He enjoyed watching all
sports, collecting baseball cards, playing poker and euchre, and above all
spending time with his family.
June 15, 2012. He was born February 7, 1928 in Midland, MD, son of the late
James Kirkwood and Mary Etta (Johnson) Clark. He attended Carnegie
Institute of Technology in Pittsburg, PA where he studied Aeronautical
Engineering withdrawing in 1946 to enlist in the Army Air Force serving as
a weather technician in a B-29 Weather Reconnaissance Squadron based in
Guam. He was called to service again in 1952 during the Korean War. The
same year he married his beloved wife of 55 years, Madeline Feucht Clark.
She passed away in 2008. Norman was assigned by the Air Force to Texas A&M
University for graduate training in Meteorology and was awarded a Master
of Science degree. His final assignment was as Commander of the 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) located at Tinker Air Force Base near Oklahoma
City from 1974 to 1978. Norman retired from the Air Force with the rank of
Colonel on June 1, 1978 with 30 years of service. He was a member of 6th
Weather Squadron Alumni Association. He volunteered with the Tulsa Air and
Space Museum. In Oct of 2009 he married Wilma Brakey, she preceded him in
death a few months later. He is survived by his son, Doug Clark of Euless,
TX and daughter, Debbie Milberger and husband, Mark of Tulsa; three
grandchildren and two great grandchildren; two sisters, Helen LaPrade and
Evelyn Burdette. 
peacefully
on Saturday, June 9, 2012 in The Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. He
was born Friday, January 4, 1935 in Annville Township to the late Jacob
and Mary Ellen (Speraw) Hartz. He was predeceased by his loving wife
Virginia Anne (Herwegh) Hartz on December 22, 2008. He was a 1952
graduate of Annville High School and retired as TSgt from the US Air
Force, in September 1972, after 22 years of service. He served in 6th
Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1957 to 1963 and was a member of 6th Weather Squadron Alumni Association. He was a Veteran of
the Korean and Vietnam Wars, and received numerous commendations and
citations during his decorated career. He was a member of the Annville
American Legion, Post 559. He is survived by a nephew, Keith L. Ulrich
and wife Diana of Gettysburg; two nieces, Kendra L. Werner of West
Chester, and Karen L. Fox and husband Harry of Palmyra; several great
nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by four brothers, Fred, Larry,
Jack, and twin brother Ray Hartz; one sister, Mildred Ulrich. 
Engineering
Associates for over 40 years, died September 24, 2011 at Home & Hospice
Care of RI. He was the beloved husband of Gloria P. (Guglielmo) D’Alfonso
for 52 years. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Vittorio and
Maria (Montecalvo) D’Alfonso. Mr. D’Alfonso enjoyed spending time with his
family, gardening, fishing and target shooting. He was a veteran of the
U.S. Air Force and served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) from 1957 to
1960 and
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2011
at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home in Charlotte Hall, MD. He was born
August 22, 1927 in Ringling, Oklahoma to Cloid and Johnnie (Chapman)
Sowell. He was raised in Oklahoma, attended public schools and joined the
U.S. Merchant Marine in 1943 at the age of 16. He served in the Pacific
Theater aboard a gasoline tanker ship, and later enlisted in the US Air
Force. His training specialty in the Air Force was as a weather
observation technician (meteorologist), and he was instrumental in
predicting weather conditions during the Berlin airlift from 1946-49. He
married Christine McLuckie June 17, 1947 and his military career led them
to numerous duty stations in Germany, England, Tinker Field Air Force Base
in Midwest City, OK and Alaska. He retired from the Air Force January 31,
1966 as a Tech Sergeant and began a career in meteorology with the
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in Suitland, MD. He served
in 6th Weather squadron (Mobile) from 1951 to 1953 and was a member of
6WSAA. He and Christine lived in Washington, D.C., Suitland and District
Heights, MD prior to her death on January 9, 1979. Jim was later married
to Jean Cameron from 1986 until her death in 2007. Since 2004 he had
resided at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home where he was active as
co-chairman of the residence committee. In his leisure time Jim enjoyed
computers, bird feeding and being an expert weatherman. He had been a
member of the Boy Scouts, the Masonic Lodge and the Kiwanis Club. Preceded
in death by his wives Christine and Jean, Jim is survived by four
children: Allison D. Mooney and her husband Fran of Dunkirk, MD, James J.
Sowell of Laurel, MD, H. Lee Sowell and his wife Barbara of Chesapeake
Beach, MD and Christina Janet Sowell of Dowell, MD. He is also survived by
eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, stepchildren Bonnie Barry
and her husband Billy of Deale, MD and Steve Cameron of Prince Frederick,
MD, and by two step-grandchildren. 
passed
away Saturday, May 7, 2011. Tunis was born on Oct. 6, 1923, in Hammon,
Okla. He leaves behind his loving wife of 63 years, Hazel Rose Morrow;
two sons, Blair Morrow and wife, Brenda, and Brad Morrow and wife,
Catherine; granddaughters, Lauren and Morgan Morrow; and grandsons,
Ryan and Nathaniel Morrow. He is also survived by his sister, Sue
Finley. Tunis proudly served his country for 25 years in the U.S. Air
Force, and was a member of the Order of Daedalians, Seagull Flight No.
161. He served in 6th Weather squadron (Mobile) from 1952 to 1956 and was
a member of 6WSAA.
Living
Center in Wisconsin Dells. Ken was born on April 24, 1929 in
Wisconsin Dells, the son of Fred and Emma Nelson Zinke. On Nov. 25,
1951 he married Jeannine Lambkin of La Crosse. As a young man, he
helped his father in Zinke's City Market until he left home to join
the Merchant Marines, eventually sailing to West Africa, Trinidad
and South America. A year later, Ken enlisted in the U.S. Air Force.
He retired after 20 years, obtaining the rank of Senior Master
Sergeant. He was assigned to the Berlin Air Lift in Germany, the Dew
Line - early warning radar system - at Barter Island north of
Alaska. He served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) in 1951 and from
1960 to 1962, and was a member of 6WSAA. At Point Barrow,
Alaska, he fired weather rockets and participated in nuclear bomb
testing at Johnson Island, firing the Thor missile. Ken installed a
series of radar stations across the Pacific Ocean as part of the
moon watch. The radar stations surveyed the islands exact positions
so the Gemini and Apollo space capsules would land in the water. He
helped setup the Air Force's first weather tracking satellite
system. Ken was in charge of, and taught at, the weather electronic
school at Chanute Air Force Base in Illinois. After retiring from
the Air Force in 1967, he bought out his father's half of the
grocery store and became a partner with his brother, Gordon. Ken and
Gordon operated two stores in Beloit, one in Friendship, and one in
Wisconsin Dells. Ken was also a partner in the River Inn of
Wisconsin Dells with Bob Koch and owned a grocery store in Merrill.
In 1994 he sold Zinke's Shop Rite in Wisconsin Dells to his son,
Dan, making him the third generation to own it. Ken was a master
craftsman in woodworking and electronics. He filled up his
retirement keeping Zinke's Village Market in good working order and
in helping his daughter renovate a farmhouse and filling it with his
handcrafted furniture. He always had the time when someone needed a
hand, either a family member or a friend. Ken was most content in
his basement workshop working on a project. Ken is survived by his
wife, Jeannine, a daughter, Debra (Robert) Weitzel, a son, Daniel (Charla)
Zinke, grandsons, Chad Zinke and Derrick (Renee) Partlow and their
two daughters Ariana and Sade, a brother, Donald, and sister,
Carolyn Murphy. He was preceded in death by his parents and a
brother, Gordon. 
Center
surrounded by his family. Memorial Service will be 3 P.M. Wednesday at the
Alda Community Center. The Alda/Wood River VFW Post 4677 will conduct the
service. A celebration of life and dinner with conversation will be held
following the service from 3:30-5:30 P.M. Burial of Ashes will be at a
later date in Waterville, IA. All Faiths Funeral Home is serving the
family. Mr. Rathbun was born on January 6, 1944 at Waterville, IA the son
of Lawrence and Hilma (Moe) Rathbun. Those left to cherish his memory are
his wife of 20 years, Angela; son and daughter-in-law, Clayton and Sandra
Rathbun of Cordova, TN; daughter and son-in-law, Rena and Michael Cylburn
of Morrison, OK; brothers and sister-in-laws, Lee and Noboko Rathbun of
Minden, NV, Kirt and Diane Rathbun of Waterville, IA, Eric and Angi
Rathbun of Nasella, GA, and Jim Rathbun of Waterville, IA; sister and
brother-in-law, Laural and Gene Leirn of Waterville, IA. Other survivors
include four grandchildren, Adam and Robert Cylburn, and Stella and Emily
Rathbun. He was welcomed into heaven by his parents, two brothers, and one
sister. Lynn grew up in Waterville, IA receiving his education from
Waterville School, graduating in 1961 from Allamakee Community School. He
entered the United States Air Force in 1961. He served eight years and
was a member of the 6th Weather Squadron. He was united in marriage to
Sandra Thompson on August 10, 1963. He later married Angela McKoski on
June 10, 1989. Lynn owned and operated Rathbun Industrial Services in Alda.
Due to health issues he retired three years ago. He was an active member
of the Alda/Wood River VFW Post 4677 since 1993, serving as President and
Quarter Master Adjutant. He was blessed with the gift of conversation and
loved going to auctions. He was well known for loving to be around people
and children.
orn
in Webb City, Missouri died January 2010. He served in 6th Weather
Squadron (Mobile), Tinker AFB, OK as a Weather Observer/(Rawinsonde) from
1962 to 1965 and had a TDY at Eniwetok Atoll in ‘65.
passed
away on Monday, January 25, 2010. Bill was a long time member of the
Temple Baptist Church and the Amos Dorman Masonic Lodge #480 in Myrtle,
MS. He was also a member of the Scottish Rite and the Hadji Shrine Temple
in Pensacola, FL and the Ft. Walton Beach Shrine Club. Bill retired from
the Air Force after 21 years of service and then from Bellsouth after 20
years of service.
Marie
Reid. He died on November 13, 2009 at Integris Hospice House of congestive
heart failure. He graduated in 1954 from Prosser High School in Prosser,
WA. Bob joined the Air Force in 1955 and was honorably discharged in 1958.
2008,
in a local hospital. Mr. Yeager was born March 27, 1937, in Atkins,
Arkansas. He was retired from the United States Air Force and the United
States Weather Bureau in Tulsa, Oklahoma, after twenty years in each.
23, 2008
in Del City, OK. 
Florida,
formerly of Norris City, Illinois, passed away June 10, 2007 in Ft. Walton
beach, Florida. He was born March 28, 1930 in Alton, Illinois, the son of
Glenn and Violet (Kelly) Manning. He married Judith M. Eye October 29,
1982 and she preceded him in death September 2, 2001.
home.
In accordance with his wishes, there will be no service. He will be
cremated and his ashes will be scattered at a future date. Billy was born
March 12, 1931, in Toccoa, Ga., to Claud and Velma Louise Jones. He served
with the U.S. Air Force Weather Service from Oct. 31, 1950, to June 1,
1973. He traveled "Tornado Alley" out of Tinker Air Force Base, Okla. He
also served in the "Hurricane Hunters" in Bermuda and in Tonopah, Nev., in
1955 during the "Operation Teapot" atomic bomb tests. 
Drive,
died Wednesday April 7, 1974. He retired from the Air Force AWS in 1968
after 22 years, and was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He
served in 6th Weather Squadron (Mobile) at Tinker AFB, OK in the '50s. He
was an Episcopalian and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the
M. M. Eberts Post 1 of the American Legion, Midwest Masonic Lodge 532 at
Midwest City, Okla., and the Scottish Rite at McAlester, Okla. Survivors
are his wife, Mrs. Modean Clark Wilson; a son, Kenneth Wilson with the
Army at Jacksonville; a daughter, Mrs. Judy Ingle of Jacksonville; a
stepdaughter, Mrs. Diane Lenon of North Little Rock; his mother, Mrs. Mary
Wilson of Canton. Ill.; five brothers, DeVere L. Wilson of Chicago,
Willard D. Wilson of Lewistown, Ill., Max R. Wilson of Smithville, Ill.,
William E. Wilson of Washington, Ill., and Richard G. Wilson of Dunlap,
Ill.; four sisters Mrs. Wanda Ford, Mrs Doris Williams, and Mrs. Mary Jane
Juroco of Canton and Mrs. Dorothy Alfred of West Palm Beach, Fla., and two
grandchildren. 
