▰ Cwo3 Thomas J Porter Us Army Ret Died August 29, … More Information |
Cwo3 Thomas J Porter Us Army Ret , born February 18, 1926 went into the presence of the Lord on August 29, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Cwo was 83.
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Obituary: CWO3 Thomas J. Porter, US Army Ret., passed away on , 29, 2009, in San Antonio at the age of 83. He was born in Ft. Dodge, IA, on 18, 1926, to the late Thomas and Faye Porter. Thomas proudly served in the U.S. Army for 30 years, and traveled around the world. He was a champion marksman and received several marksmanship awards while in the Army. A loving husband and devoted father, he is survived by his wife of 30 years, Suzanne Porter; two sons, Joshua Todd Porter and wife Judith and Clint Matthew Porter and wife Cara; and four grandchildren, Justin, Amanda, Nicholas and Andrew. |
▰ Cwo-4 Harry Popper Usaf Ret Died November 22, … More Information |
Cwo-4 Harry Popper Usaf Ret , born October 13, 1914 died on November 22, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. Cwo- was 89.
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Obituary: Harry Popper, retired Chief Warrant Officer W-4, with 30 years active duty in the United States Air Force, passed away at his home in San Antonio, Texas, , 22, 2003 at the age of 89. The cause was cancer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Popper. Over his career, Mr. Popper was awarded numerous medals and commendations for his work in supply and logistics. Beginning in 1968, he was awarded "Outstanding Supply Officer of the Year" four consecutive years in a row. During WWII, Mr. Popper served with the 366th Bomb Squadron, 305th Bomb Group where he participated in the European Air Offensive in Iceland, Ardennes and Normandy, France and Rhineland, Germany. His service included assignments with SAC and Security Service; he was stationed in Florida, California, Alaska, South Carolina, New Mexico Okinawa, Taiwan, Texas and Turkey. As a young man, Mr. Popper moved from Bronx, New York with his family to Hollywood when his sister, Frances "McCoy" Popper was hired by Warner Brothers as a motion picture actress. There he worked as an electrician on movie sets. Mr. Poppers love for Turkey was profound. When he first stepped off the plane in Istanbul he said, "Im home." his retirement in 1974, Mr. Popper returned to Turkey where he worked for a military contractor in support of the Air Force mission in Ankara. While there he became a student of Turkish culture and history. He also learned to speak the language and made dozens of Turkish friends over the 12 years he lived there. An extraordinarily creative person, known for his humor, Mr. Popper was an avid gardener, pickler, chef, wood carver, and raconteur. He is survived by his beloved friend and fiancée, Betty Davisson; sons, Samuel and Frank; daughter, Victoria Angel; daughters-in-law, Jane Popper, and Regina Popper; son-in-law, Nicholas Angel; and grandchildren, Patricia, Samuel Jr., Mark, Nicole, Anya, Jack, and Spencer. |
▰ Cwo Charles Milton Miller Usaf Ret Died May 14, … More Information |
Cwo Charles Milton Miller Usaf Ret , born October 2, 1914 entered eternal life May 14, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Cwo was 94.
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Obituary: Chief Warrant Officer Charles Milton Miller, USAF, Ret., of San Antonio, Texas, was born in Parkdale, Arkansas 2, 1914. He died May 14, 2009, after a long battle with prostate cancer and Alzheimers. Mr. Miller served in the Air Force and U.S. Civil Service for a total of 53 years of government service. He was a graduate of St. Marys University, a member of Kappa Pi Sigma, a member of Castle Hills First Baptist Church where he served in the Prayer Chapel, played the piano for the Blanco Vista for the church service. He also played for the San Antonio Rescue Mission. He was truly a giver, not a eceiver. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Delores Dolly; son, Charles Miller, Jr. of San Antonio; son, Gary Miller and wife Fredalyn Miller of Virginia Beach, VA; three granddaughters, Jennifer Allen and husband John Allen of Spanish Fort, AL, Freidalyn Joy Miller of Virginia Beach, VA, Catherine Miller Lauzon of Virginia Beach, VA; and seven beautiful great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Aidalynn, D.J., Kiah, Isaiah, Kehleh and Lyon. Graveside service with Military Honors will be private. Honorary pallbearers will be Kenneth Sanford, Scott Templeton, John Hunt, Clay Laster, Tom Lyons, John Hedglin, Joe Johnson, Paul Wright and Chester Wilkes. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Castle Hills First Baptist Church, 2220 NW Military Hwy., San Antonio, TX 78213 or the charity of your choice. |
▰ Cw5 William James Johnson Us Army Ret Died March 16, … More Information |
Cw5 William James Johnson Us Army Ret , born July 21, 1940 passed from this life on March 16, 2010 in San antonio, Texas. Cw was 69.
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Obituary: William J. Johnson, 69, of San Antonio, TX passed away at his home on , 16, 2010. He was born on 21, 1940 to the union of Margaret Pennington and William J. Johnson, Sr. He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his wife Ines Johnson of San Antonio, TX, mother-in-law Tiblez Wosif and brother-in-law Sergio Gliozzi and a niece Eden Gliozzi all of Milano, Italy and a host of friends. Mr. Johnson served 35 plus years in the U. S. Army and is a Vietnam Veteran. He was the first African American to receive the relatively new rank of CW5, which originated in 1992. services will be held at the Ft. Sam Houston Main Chapel, Ft. Sam Houston, TX on 22, 2010. Rosary will be held at 0900 hrs and Mass to directly follow at 0930 hrs. Interment will be at the Ft. Sam National , Ft. Sam Houston, TX with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Cancer Association, 8207 Callaghn Rd., San Antonio, TX 78229. |
▰ Cw5 Ralph G Baumbach Usa Ret Died April 09, … More Information |
Cw5 Ralph G Baumbach Usa Ret , born August 18, 1944 passed from this life on April 9, 2008 in Garden Ridge, Texas. Cw was 63.
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Obituary: CW5 Ralph G. Baumbach, USA, Ret., beloved husband and father, passed away on , 9, 2008. Ralph led a life characterized by honesty, integrity, and quiet courage. His greatest joy was to dedicate himself to family. He provided unflagging love, encouragement, and a constant helping hand to those in his life. He loved to explore, as evidenced through the many places he visited in his lifetime and through his pleasure of reading. He took great pride in serving his country through his distinguished military service, totaling 37 years. Chief Baumbachs career is highlighted by many accolades and promotions, to include becoming the first CW5 in the U.S. Army. He earned his Bachelor of Science from University of Maryland, and his Masters Degree from Webster University. His last assignment was serving alongside the great people of U.S. Army South, Ft. Sam Houston, who recently honored his 40 years of government service. He was born 18, 1944, in Schwallungen, Germany to Walter and Caecilie Baumbach. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Baumbach; sister, Doris McGladrey; and step-father, Karl Preckel. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Lam Baumbach; his daughters, Christine Akins and Angela Casanova; and his sons-in-law, Col. Gary Akins and Daniel Casanova II; his mother Caecilie Preckel; siblings, Thomas Preckel and wife, Sandi, Fred Baumbach, Klaus and Frank Preckel, Karen Brady and husband, Brian. He was also loved and cherished by his wifes family, including many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews. To all the lives he touched, he leaves behind a legacy of believing in the best of others. He will be greatly missed. |
▰ Cw03 Emilio Rodriguez Us Army Ret Died June 08, … More Information |
Cw03 Emilio Rodriguez Us Army Ret , born April 28, 1918 entered into eternal rest June 8, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Cw was 91.
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Obituary: CWO3 Emilio Millin Rodriguez, US Army, Ret., age 91, passed away on , 08, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Rodriguez was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. Mr. Rodriguez is survived by his wife of 66 years, Maria Luisa Roche; sons, Emilio and his wife Ana M., of Houston, TX; Glenn and his wife Debbie, of Louisville, KY; daughter, Belinda Vazquez and her husband Jaime, of San Antonio; 9 grandchildren: Shayla and Javier Bell, Alysha and Michael Emery, Jarit and Jason Macias, Carmen Luisa and James Cripps, Glendali and Turner Rodriguez, Zamara and Levi Johnson, Lymari and Scott Ames, Nicole Vazquez and Jaime Emilio Vazquez; and 9 great-Grandchildren: Devin Emilio Bell, Jadyn Mariana Bell, Chyann Alyss Mercedes Williams, Michael Champ Emery, Rubén Turner Rodriguez, Olevir Rodriguez Johnson, Gabriel Cripps, Emilio Jaime Ames, Patrick Scott Ames, along with many family members in Puerto Rico. Emilio entered the National Guard in Puerto Rico in 1940, and later served in the US Army until his retirement from active duty in 1965. He was the first Puerto Rican US Army Bandmaster, and was a veteran of WWII, Korea and Vietnam. He had the distinction of playing for world leaders such as President Charles DeGaulle in 1958, and meeting and playing for President John F. Kennedy in Pierre, S.D. in 1962. He obtained his Bachelors Degree in Music from the Chicago Conservatory of Music in 1956. his retirement, Millo went on to become a widely known composer and arranger of music. He was band leader for several ensembles in PR, and while he played many instruments, he was a gifted trumpet player. His original compositions include El Jibarito Va, Llegó Navidad Compay, and The Calypso Man, which became a most popular song in Puerto Rico as interpreted by Pepito Torres and his Siboney Band. He lived in the Santa Rosa neighborhood of Bayamón, until 2006 when he relocated to San Antonio. He entertained wherever he could, including playing casual music for retirees and veterans at Ft Buchannan and the Veterans Hospital in San Juan, and most recently at the St. John Neuman Catholic Church and his home in Esplanade Gardens in Converse, TX. Abuelo Che-Ches life was rich with experiences and relationships that he shared with others with enthusiasm. He instilled in his family a love of God and country, and respect for family and education, leaving a legacy of service to others, humility and courage. He set a personal example for all, having been raised as an orphan to live a productive and full life. He passed his musical legacy to his family, where family gatherings always consist of music, laughter, and Puerto Rican food. His many grandchildren and great-grandchildren will carry memories of their Abuelito as a charismatic, dynamic and impactful person. Inurnment with Full Military Honors will follow at Fort Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Disabled American Veterans Scholorship Fund or The Spirit of McKendree University Award. |
▰ Csm Carlos R Correa-Ruiz Us Army Ret Died April 12, … More Information |
Csm Carlos R Correa-Ruiz Us Army Ret , born February 12, 1951 passed from this life on April 12, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Csm was 59.
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Obituary: CSM Carlos R. Correa-Ruiz, US Army Ret. age 59, passed away 12, 2010, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born in Santurce, a suburb of San Juan, Puerto Rico on 12, 1951, to Carlos Ramon Correa-Melendez and Nellie Ruiz. He was preceded in death by his father and his sister, Jacqueline Correa. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Judy I. Correa; son, Antonio F. Correa; grandson, Nickolas A. Correa; and mother, Nellie Ruiz. As a young boy, he enjoyed participating in the Boy Scouts and loved studying history throughout school. His mother, a schoolteacher, inspired Carlos to better himself through education. He finished two years of college in Puerto Rico prior to joining the Army as a Patient Administration Specialist. During his first overseas tour in Germany, he met his wife, Judy Shellhammer, and wed in 1972. Their next overseas tour took them to Italy where they were blessed with their son, Antonio. Carlos finished his Bachelor of Science in 1981 with the University of New York in the studies of Spanish literature and sociology. Following a short break in service, Carlos re-enlisted as a Medical Specialist and quickly found himself in numerous leadership positions. As a Sergeant First Class, he commanded the Bremerton Army Recruiting Office, Bremerton, Washington and completed a Masters of Arts in Services Management with Webster University in 1984. Carlos served as an Operations NCO at the Gorgas Hospital, Panama City during the Panama crisis, Operation Just Cause. The Persian Gulf War found him serving as the Active Component Senior Advisor to the Commanding General of the 807th Medical Brigade in Seagoville, Texas. He also served as the Staff Sergeant Major for the Office of the Assistant Commander for Force Integration at Army Medical Department, Fort Sam Houston, Texas. His final assignment, Command Sergeant Major of the 187th Medical Battalion, Medical Command directly connected him to aking care of Soldiers his favorite aspect of Army life. His influence is still felt today by many Soldiers, Non-Commissioned Officers and Commissioned Officers. CSM Correa was awarded the Legion of Merit upon his retirement from military service in 1996. His previous awards included four Meritorious Service Medals, three Army Commendation Medals, three Army Achievement Medals and Army Recruiter Badge with two Gold Achievement Stars. His service ribbons were seven Army Good Conduct Medals, National Defense Service Medal with Service Star, four NCO Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, and three Overseas Ribbons. Following his retirement, he continued to assist Soldiers in finding solutions to their challenges as a Knowledge Management Consultant with the AMEDD Issues Program. In 2004, he was selected to attend the Sustaining Base Leadership and Management Program conducted by the Army Management Staff . He was an active member of the American of Executives, a Sustaining Foundation Contributor of the AMEDD Museum Foundation and an officer with the Alamo Chapter of the Association of the United States Army AUSA. In 2005, AUSA selected Carlos as their annual DA Civilian honoree with a Citation for Exceptional Service in Support of National Defense. Carlos will be remembered as a patriot who always had time for Soldiers, friends, and family. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., , 14, 2010, at Porter Loring Mortuary North. SERVICE THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2010 8:00 A.M. PORTER LORING NORTH CHAPEL Chaplain Conrad Walker will officiate. Interment with Full Military Honors will follow in Fort Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 8415 Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78229 or the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr., San Antonio, Texas 78229. |
▰ Cpt Donald Howard Schmoldt Usar Ret Died March 08, … More Information |
Cpt Donald Howard Schmoldt Usar Ret , born July 22, 1931 died on March 8, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Cpt was 77.
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Obituary: CPT Donald Howard Schmoldt, USAR Ret., age 77, passed away 8, 2009, in San Antonio. He was born 22, 1931, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Edward and Laura Schmoldt. Donald graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelors degree in Journalism, then went on to earn a Bachelor of Foreign Trade from Thunderbird School of Global Management, Phoenix, Arizona and finally earned a Masters degree from Teachers , Columbia University, New York City. He proudly served during the Korean War in the US Army and retired as a Captain with the Army Reserves. During a long and distinguished career as a writer and editor, Donald wrote speeches for the Commandant at the United States Military Academy at West Point and edited books on military strategy at the Institute for National Strategic Studies at the National Defense University in Washington, D.C. During his retirement years, Donald enjoyed his work as a substitute teacher for the Comal Independent School District. Donald had a passion for travel that took him to Dubai, Italy, Germany, Spain and other countries. In recent years, he was admitted to and attended the training program for flight attendants. He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Eleanor W. Schmoldt; and second wife, Nancy C. Schmoldt. Donald is survived by daughter, Linda Schmoldt; step-daughter, Carol Mann; and grandchildren, Alexandra and Henry. |
▰ Cpo James W Hickerson Usn Ret Died July 27, … More Information |
Cpo James W Hickerson Usn Ret , born September 30, 1923 entered into eternal rest July 27, 2005 in San Antonio, Texas. Cpo was 81.
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Obituary: Chief Petty Officer James W. Hickerson USN Ret., age 81, of San Antonio, died , 27, 2005. Chief Hickerson was born on 11, 1923 and was the son of Emma Stumpf and Alexander Hickerson of San Antonio. He is a graduate from San Antonio with a Bachelor in Business Administration in 1967. Earlier in 1949, he obtained his Private PilotÂs License from the Norvair Corp. at Norfolk, VA, as he had the same passion for flight as he did during his service in naval Aviation. He served with many Naval Squadrons on both land and sea aboard the carriers USS Phillippine Sea and USS Shangri-La. his retirement from the US Navy in 1962, he was employed by the US Postal Service for 24 years, retiring again in 1987. Jim was an avid traveler and enjoyed visiting many scenic places throughout the world. Survivors include his sister, Patricia Ann Black of Sarasota, FL; Patricia Bryan of Tyler, TX and numerous nieces and nephews. |
▰ Colonel John Michael Sowell Md U s Army Ret Died July 03, … More Information |
Colonel John Michael Sowell Md U s Army Ret , born May 28, 1931 passed from this life on July 3, 2011 in San Antonio, Texas. Colonel was 80.
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Obituary: Colonel John Michael Sowell, MD, U.S. Army Ret. passed away on , 3, 2011, after a brief illness. Born on May 28, 1931 in Kershaw, South Carolina, he was the youngest child of Louis A. and Bessie Huey Sowell. Upon moving to and growing up in Lancaster, South Carolina, Mike was educated in the public schools and graduated from Wofford in Spartanburg, SC. He earned his medical degree at the Medical University of SC in Charleston fulfilling his dream of becoming a doctor. Residency followed at Greenville General Hospital in Greenville, SC, where he met the love of his life, Peggy Windham, who was attending the Greenville Hospital School of . were married in , 1958 in San Antonio after Mike entered the U. S. Army Medical Corps as a medical officer. began their first assignment in Alaska, and then continued their exciting life in the Army serving at various posts around the world. Mike was selected, trained, and assigned to perform as a Flight Surgeon, subsequently selected by the Surgeon General for a Regular Army Commission, and for Specialist Training in Public . Upon completion of his Masters Degree Program in Public at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Mike completed the remainder of his Residency Training at Fort Ord, CA. He then Commanded the 20th Preventive Medical Unit, Vietnam, followed by several Staff Officer positions in Major Command Headquarters to include the 44th Medical Brigade, Vietnam, 4th Army HQ., and US Army Services Command, Ft. Sam Houston, TX. He also served as the Hospital Commander for US & Allied Forces in Bremerhaven, Germany. He was awarded a number of Medals and Service Ribbons including the Bronze Star, and Legion of Merit. 27 years of Army service, Mike retired and began a second career as a doctor at the State Hospital in San Antonio. Mike & Peggy, his wife of 50 years who preceded him in death, were active in the Alamo Heights United Methodist Church, civilian social activities, and the Retired Officers Association in San Antonio. Having the gift of hospitality, Mike and Peggy enjoyed entertaining and hosting numerous friends and family members throughout the years at their home on Spanish Moss, The Petroleum Club, and Club Giraud. were especially known for their wonderful Christmas gatherings. Mike is survived by his four nieces, Paula Williams and husband Dan, Katie Woodfin and husband Bruce, Lucy Granger and husband Ty, and Janet Ballard and husband Chris. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Louise W. Sowell and his brother-in-law, Paul Pless all of South Carolina. He was preceded in death by his brother, the Reverend Joseph H. Sowell and his sister, Mattie S. Pless. The nieces would like to thank all of those who cared for Uncle Mike during these recent months especially Alma Ramos, Dr. Paul Smith, Vista Hospice, and the wonderful nursing staff of the Army Residence Community for their outstanding kindness and attention shown to Uncle Mike during his illness. SERVICE THURSDAY JULY 7, 2011 3:00 P.M. ALAMO HEIGHTS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 825 E. BASSE ROAD RECEPTION TO FOLLOW ARMY RESIDENCE COMMUNITY 7400 CRESTWAY GRAVESIDE SERVICE MONDAY JULY 11, 2011 9:30 A.M. FORT SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL CEMETERY WITH MILITARY HONORS Rev. Dr. David McNitzky, officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alamo Heights United Methodist Church. |
▰ Colonel Carol M Mccleary Usaf Ret Died July 22, … More Information |
Colonel Carol M Mccleary Usaf Ret , born March 12, 1932 went into the presence of the Lord on July 22, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas. Colonel was 74.
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Obituary: Colonel Carol M. McCleary, US Air Force, Ret., age 74, passed away 22, 2006, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born 12, 1932, in Salem, Oregon, daughter of the late Elgin L. and Edna Abbott McCleary. Carol attended Oregon State and was a Delta Gamma Sorority member. In 1955, she graduated from Good Samaritan Hospital School of , Portland, OR, and in 1957, earned a B.S. degree in teaching and supervision from The University of Oregon. She was a head nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital and a 4 year clinical instructor for their school of nursing and was commissioned as a Captain of the US Air Force Nurse Corps in 1962. She went on to the University of Washington, Seattle, WA, and earned a M.N. degree in nursing administration in 1967. She was a graduate of the Flight Nurse Course, Industrial of the Armed Forced and Air War . Rapid promotions to Major, Lt. Colonel and Colonel in less than 11 years occurred, earlier than any previous Nurse Corps Officer. Col. McCleary held charge nurse positions, was a faculty member at the USAF School of Sciences, followed by executive management positions as Chairman, Department of , USAF Medical , then was Command Nurse, HQ US Air Forces in Europe, Command Nurse, HQ Air Force Systems Command and Director of , HQ Air Training Command, retiring in San Antonio, TX in 1988. Throughout her career she created and presented many leadership and executive management programs for nursing personnel assigned to Air Force organizations. Major decorations were the Legion of Merit, 2 OLC, Meritorious Service Medal, 3 OLC and Air Force Commendation Medal, 1 OLC. Col. McCleary is survived by her sister, Mary Ellen Fleck and husband, Roger of Beaverton, OR; brother, Lt. Col. William D. McCleary, US Army, Ret. and wife, Kay of Sierra Vista, AZ; two nieces, nephews and their children. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Society of Air Force Nurses, Inc., PO Box 682026, San Antonio, TX 78268; Make a Wish Foundation, Gift Processing , PO Box 97104, Washington, DC 20090-7104 or a charity of your choice. |
▰ Colonel Thomas L Cocheres Usaf Ret Died October 05, … More Information |
Colonel Thomas L Cocheres Usaf Ret , born January 1, 1919 entered eternal life October 5, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Colonel was 90.
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Obituary: Colonel Thomas L. Cocheres, USAF Ret. passed away on , 5, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on New Years Day 1919 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Greek immigrant parents, Louis Cocheres and Eleni Vlonidis. He was former Chief of the Biomedical Sciences Corps, USAF and attended Greek and American schools, graduating from Allegheny High in 1937. During the Great Depression, he and his brothers helped support the family by selling newspapers on the streets in downtown Pittsburgh. high school, he worked in a theater as an usher and assistant manager. He was drafted by the U.S. Army in 1942 and was sent to Keesler Field, Biloxi, MS for basic training. From there he was assigned to Atlantic City where the Army had just established a training center for medical personnel. Private Cocheres was assigned to the Medical Inspector as a clerk and later became a drill sergeant. He was selected to attend the Army Medical Field Service School at Carlisle Barracks, PA, and was commissioned a second lieutenant upon graduation. He then was selected to attend the Battalion Surgeons Assistants School at Camp Barkeley, TX, and later assigned to the Camp Butner, NC, Hospital for duty as Commander of companies C&D, 8th Battalion, and then B, 9th Battalion. He left the Army at the end of World War II and attended the University of Pittsburgh under the G.I. Bill. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology in 1948. He was recalled to active duty in 1949 and assigned to the Department of Experimental Psychology at the School of Aviation Medicine, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. He conducted research and completed an experimental study entitled Reading Devices Versus Free Reading which was presented to Trinity University in partial fulfillment for the Degree of Master of Arts which he obtained in 1951. In 1949, he met and married the former Jacquelyn Cone, a native San Antonian. were wed at Randolph AFB Chapel on 26, 1949 and he and Jacquelyn began their life together with the Air Force. He continued working on research projects, including study of crew personnel at various Strategic Air Command bases. In 1951 he was assigned to the Far East when the Korean War broke out. Upon his return to the US he was assigned to the Air Research and Development Command in Baltimore, Maryland and later assignments included Luke AFB in Phoenix, AZ and Tachikawa AB in Tokyo, Japan. While at Tachikawa during the Vietnam War, he was deployed to Tak Li, Thailand with the Air Forces mobile hospitals. He returned to Randolph AFB to the Military Personnel and later to Sheppard AFB when the Biomedical Sciences Corps was established. He transferred to Washington, DC as Chief of the Biomedical Sciences Corps and received awards from national professional organizations and the military. His professional honors include the Legion of Merit with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and was the military consultant to the USAF Surgeon General for Biomedical Sciences. He was most proud of his efforts on behalf of the Surgeon General to establish a physician assistance program that would train medical technicians to function independently but be supervised by physicians. This program was the early forerunner of the important national PA programs of today. Col. and Mrs. Cocheres retired from Washington, DC to Helotes, TX in 1978. Col. Cocheres was preceded in death by his mother and father; his sisters Bess Sicalias, Alexandra King, and Penelope Cocheres; and his brothers Stathis Kotsiris and Steven Cocheres. Col. Cocheres is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Jacquelyn; children Patrice L. Ferguson and husband John Camp of Houston; Sherry L. Wolf, MD and husband Daryl Wolf of Vernon, Texas; and T. Michael Cocheres and wife Gay Cocheres of Enid, Oklahoma. He is also survived by his three wonderful grandchildren who lovingly called him Pappou: J. Alexander Camp, Trevor Louis Cocheres, and Ali Colleen Cocheres. Also surviving Col. Cocheres are his sister Betty Clayton and her children John and Dan and their children; his brother Gabriel Louis Cocheres and his wife Johanna and their children Louis Cocheres and wife Carol; and Lenny Nyman and husband Ben and their son Eric; sister-in-law Eleni Cocheres and her children Valerie, Barbara, and Paul and their spouses and children; sister-in-law Eleni Kotsiris and her children, son Lambros, daughters Bessie and Effie and their children; and devoted nephew Jim Sicalias. Col. Cocheres is also survived by many long-time friends and golfing and singing buddies. Pallbearers are son Michael; grandsons Alex and Trevor, and sons-in-law John and Daryl. Special thanks to Air Force Village Freedom House and their devoted caregivers. Father Danut Suciu will officiate. A brief Interment Service with Full Military Honors will follow in Fort Sam Houston National at 2:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Freedom House, Alzheimer and Research , 12455 Freedom Way, San Antonio, TX 78245. |
▰ Colonel Charles James Flynn Usaf Ret Died November 08, … More Information |
Colonel Charles James Flynn Usaf Ret , born May 29, 1919 went to be with the Lord on November 8, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. Colonel was 85.
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Obituary: Colonel Charles J. Flynn, USAF Ret., 85, of San Antonio passed away , 8, 2004. Born May 29, 1919 in Ashville, NC. He was raised in Victoria, Texas and attended Texas A&M. He served in World War II with the Army Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force until retirement in 1963. retirement Charles taught high school physics and math in Hyannis, Massachusetts and later in La Port, Texas. He has been living in San Antonio since 1980 where he enjoyed volunteering at The Texas Institute of Culture, working in his yard, and traveling. He was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Sylvia C. Flynn in 2003. He is survived by their daughter, Marcia E. Carlow and son-in-law, Gene Carlow of New Braunfels, Texas and son, David R. Flynn and daughter-in-law, Debra Flynn of League City, Texas; two grandchildren, Melissa Palomo of San Antonio, Texas and David Lema of Memphis, Tennessee; 3 great-grandchildren; his only brother J.W. Bill Flynn and sister-in-law, Velna Flynn of Houston, Texas. Col. Flynn was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by all who loved him. |
▰ Colonel Don Godfrey Brooke Usaf Ret Died February 25, … More Information |
Colonel Don Godfrey Brooke Usaf Ret , born May 13, 1928 departed this life Sunday February 25, 2020 in Lubbock, Texas. Colonel was 91.
Family members and close friends: , Jim Myers |
▰ Colonel Frank C "Pat" Malone Usaf Ret Died September 05, … More Information |
Colonel Frank C "Pat" Malone Usaf Ret , born February 20, 1919 entered into eternal rest September 5, 2015 in Austin, Texas. Colonel was 96.
Family members and close friends: , Lori Dulaney, Gene Dudzik, Leslie Cohen, Paula Todd, Bob Freeman, Ralph Andrus, Debra Watkins, Charlotte, John Squires, Parsons House, Patricia Ashley, Danny Shuffle, James Geary, Melanie Chasteen, Jane Nicola Mathis, Brian Wunder |
▰ Col Robert A Rasmussen Sr Usaf Ret , Sr Died October 26, … More Information |
Col Robert A Rasmussen Sr Usaf Ret , Sr , born July 31, 1934 entered into eternal rest October 26, 2015 in Texas. Col was 81.
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Obituary: Col. Robert Adrian Rasmussen USAF Retired slipped the surly bonds of Earth on 26, 2015, in Austin, Texas. He was born to Walter Rasmussen and Billie Beth Hanner Rasmussen on 31, 1934, in Galveston, Texas. He was proud to be B.O.I., which means Born On the Island. Robert is survived by his wife, Helen Jean Martin Rasmussen, they married 17, 1961, his children Robert Rasmussen Jr & his wife Kristina Scott Rasmussen; Anders Rasmussen & his wife Lisabeth Proctor Rasmussen; & Elise Rasmussen Cole & her husband David Brian Cole. Bobs grandchildren are Adrian Dane Rasmussen & his partner Allison Cundiff; Gentry Tess Rasmussen, Andrew Dax Cole and David Alexander Xander Cole. Bobs twin sisters are Beth Rasmussen Osendorf and her husband Rick Osendorf and Bette Plumbley & her life partner Susan Wendorff. Bob was raised by his parents and his nanny Johnny May whom he deeply loved and considered family. Bob had many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins, especially his Aunt Edith Hanner Wait who lived with her sister Bobs mother Billie Beth Rasmussen in Kerrville, TX. Ediths faith in Bob gave Bob faith in himself. Bob was particularly proud of his Danish heritage. Bobs grandfather Anders Johann Rasmussen survived Galvestons great Hurricane of 1900. Anders also opened the first Ford Dealership in Texas in 1904, and ran it until he died in 1946. Bob attended Ball High in Galveston, in 1949, his father retired and moved the family to Kerrville, TX where he started his junior year Tivy High. Bob graduated from Tivy High in 1951. Bob loved flying and became a pilot at age 16, taking secret flying lessons at the Kerrville airport because he knew his parents would never give him permission. Bob attended University of Texas at Austin (Hook Em'). He was in the ROTC, belonging to the UT Chapter of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. He graduated with a Business Degree in Management and Finance. He often said On 4th 1955, I walked across Gregory Gym, got my diploma, then walked 20 more feet and they swore me into the Air Force as a 2ndLt. (then his son would add And hes been swearing ever since.) Bob bled burnt orange. He loved Longhorn Football and held season tickets for over 30 years. Few people know that Bob attended A&M for one semester as a Freshman before transferring to UT. But maybe more know now. Bob served as a decorated officer in the US Air Force for 27 years and rose to the rank of full Colonel. He earned the Bronze Star and flew many missions in Vietnam. He was proud to be an American Veteran. Robert attended his 30 day basic training at Lackland AFB in San Antonio TX. He completed his Air Force Flight Training in Bartow Florida during 1955-1956. He went on to fighter training at Luke AFB, in Phoenix, AZ in the F-84F, then to Nellis AFB in Las Vegas in the F-100A. Bobs first operational assignment was a Fighter Nuclear Bomb Commander at Wethersfield, England for 3 years with the 20th Tactical Fighter Wing. His boss was Heisman Trophy winner Doc Blanchard. Bob was reassigned to Reese AFB, Lubbock, TX, for 5 years as an instructor pilot and flight commander in the T-33, T-37, and T-38 aircraft. He was reassigned to Misawa AFB, Japan to a deployment unit as a forward air controller. He was on temporary duty to Vietnam for 309 days during his first year in Japan as a Fighter Duty Officer/Forward Air Controller. His first tour was at Na Trang and the second was at Chu Chi with the US 25th division (As a trick to keep the in country head count within a Congressionally imposed ceiling, the military assigned a significant force to Vietnam on Temporary Duty.) He said Id fly low and slow and get shot at so I could relay enemy target locations to our fighter jets and bombers. From 1966 - 1971, He was reassigned to Randolph AFB, Texas in San Antonio, TX as a T-38 Flight Commander and Chief of Safety for 4 ½ years. During this time he also attended USC for additional training courses. He was reassigned to the U.S. Embassy in Tripoli, Libya, in 1971, to work with the Libyan Air Force and Col. Muammar Gaddafi. Gaddafi met with dad 6 times but refused to meet with the US Ambassador. Bob lived in the U.S. Embassy until all Americans were kicked out of the country. While Bob served in Libya, his wife and children lived in Sumter SC. He was there to spy, he didn want[] to risk his family getting kidnapped in Libya. Bob commanded a squadron at Shaw AFB, in Sumter, South Carolina and then did a 3 year tour at TAC Head Quarters in Langley, Virginia. At Tactical Air Command, he ran the Tactical Control System for the Air Force. In 1977, he was reassigned to Bergstrom AFB, in Austin, TX. He stated, I finally finagled an assignment to Austin and tricked mom. She got used to moving every 3 or 4 years and had little idea that Austin was going to be our home town. He ran an Air Division at 12th Air Force. He officed in the donut shaped building thats now the Hilton Hotel at Bergstrom Air Port. He retired from the USAF on 31, 1982, as a Full Colonel (0-6). He loved to say I had a seven hour retirement. I retired as a Col in the Air Force to become a Private at Merrill Lynch, at 7:00 am, , morning, 1, 1982, I went to work at Merrill Lynch as a Financial Consultant. I have invested in the stock market myself since May 1957. He worked with Merrill Lynch for 29 years until he retired in Jan. 2011. He was a Vice President continued... |
▰ Col Ross D Norton Usaf Ret Died September 18, … More Information |
Col Ross D Norton Usaf Ret , born October 29, 1916 entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 18, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 93.
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Obituary: Col. Ross D. Norton, USAF Ret., 93, passed away on , 18, 2010, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on 29, 1916, in Green Forest, Arkansas, to Walter and Annie Norton. He graduated from Green Forest High School and left the family farm to seek his fortune. Ross enlisted in the US Army Air Forces in 1941, was later selected for Officer Candidate School, and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant. In 1944, he was stationed in England and, as fate would have it, was billeted for one night only in his future wifes family home. In 1945 he married Joyce Mary; they would spend the next 63 years together, travelling the world, raising a family and retiring in San Antonio. A member of the Greatest Generation, his assignments included tours in the US, Europe, and Vietnam. Ross proudly served in the United States Air Force for 31 years, during which he received his BA from the University of Maryland. His distinguished career culminated with his return to England as the base commander at RAF Chicksands. His second career began with 10 years at USAA and continued with volunteer service through Windcrest Methodist Church, the Methodist Mens group and the Army Residence Community. Ross was predeceased by his brothers; Fred, Glenn, and Clyde. Survivors include his wife Joyce; sons, Michael and wife Kay, and Richard; daughters, Elizabeth and Susan; daughter-in-law Kathy; grandchildren, Christopher and wife Heather, Matthew and wife Kristina, Benjamin and wife Becky, and Jeffrey and wife Stacey; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Braylon, Cade, and Kaitlyn; a brother, Claude and wife Gladys. Ross Dad will be remembered as the loving patriarch of his extended family. He adored his wife, was quick to laugh, never forgot a face, gave the best hugs, and will live in our hearts always. VISITATION WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2010 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH CELEBRATION OF LIFE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 1:00 P.M. ARMY RESIDENCE COMMUNITY CHAPEL 7400 CRESTWAY A private Interment with Full Military Honors will be held in Fort Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, 7400 Louis Pasteur, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78229. |
▰ Col Walter Fred Caldwell Usaf Ret Died July 28, … More Information |
Col Walter Fred Caldwell Usaf Ret , born December 16, 1929 entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 28, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 73.
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Obituary: Col. Ret. was born on 16, 1929 and passed away on , 28, 2003. Col. Ret. was a resident of San Antonio, Texas. |
▰ Col Paul D Apgar Usaf Ret Died August 20, … More Information | Col Paul D Apgar Usaf Ret , born June 24, 1920 entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 20, 2002 in Universal City, Texas. Col was 82. |
▰ Col Chester C Holloman Usa Ret Died June 30, … More Information |
Col Chester C Holloman Usa Ret , born May 21, 1918 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord June 30, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 90.
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Obituary: Col. Chester C. Holloman, USA Ret., born May 21, 1918, in Little Rock, Arkansas, passed away 30, 2008, at the age of 90. He earned a degree in Pharmacy from the University of Tennessee and an MBA from Harvard University. Chester joined the US Army during WWII and became an MSC Officer, also serving in Korea and Vietnam. 31 years of dedicated service, Chester retired as a full Colonel and began his new career as a successful real estate agent for 31 years. He was a member of the Gardening Club, and a proud member, serving as an Elder, in the Alamo Heights Christian Church. Chester was a great leader in all areas of his life. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Patricia Duffie Holloman and their son, Chester C. Holloman, Jr. who died in 1972. Chester is survived by his beloved son, Patrick Holloman. A private interment with full military honors will be held in Ft. Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SAMMinistries, 5254 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78216 or Alamo Heights Christian Church, 6435 N. New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, Texas 78209. |
▰ Col Martin Brener Giffen Md Usaf Ret Died November 02, … More Information | Col Martin Brener Giffen Md Usaf Ret , born September 13, 1919 passed away peacefully November 2, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 90. |
▰ Col Arthur D Mcgibeny Usaf Ret Died February 25, … More Information |
Col Arthur D Mcgibeny Usaf Ret , born May 5, 1913 entered eternal life February 25, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 92.
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Obituary: Arthur D. McGibeny, Col. USAF, Ret. passed away , 25, 2006. He was born on May 5, 1913 to John W. McGibeny and Mary E. Cochron in Mount Vernon, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Darris White. were married in Alice, TX, 11, 1939. McGibeny is survived by two sons, Arthur David, Jr. and his wife, Polly, of Hitchcock, TX and Michael Douglas of Sanford, FL. A son, Richard Allison predeceased him in death in 1969. He leaves his grandchildren, Scott and Laura McGibeny of Houston and Tom, Amanda, and Ashley of Daytona Beach, FL. McGibeny enlisted at Kelly Field on 2, 1934 and served in many commands overseas and stateside during his 29 ½ years active duty. He retired from McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas on May 31, 1963 as Director of Maintenance for the 381st Titian II Missile Wing. |
▰ Col Harold Daws Farris Usaf Ret Died November 12, … More Information |
Col Harold Daws Farris Usaf Ret , born January 20, 1925 entered the Kingdom of Heaven November 12, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 79.
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Obituary: Col. Harold Daws Farris USAF Ret., born 20, 1925 in Uvalde, Texas, passed away 10, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. Hal graduated from Uvalde High School in 1941, earned a bachelors degree in Aeronautical Engineering and a masters degree in Engineering from Texas A & M University, and did work toward a PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. Hal served in the US Army Air Corps as a B-17 pilot flying 35 missions during WWII. He served as Squadron Operations Officer and Instructor Pilot, flying 88 missions in South Vietnam. retiring from the Air Force in 1974, Col. Farris returned to Uvalde where he became Chairman of the Science & Mathematics Division of Southwest Texas Junior , teaching Mathematics, Physics, and Aviation. He retired from the in 1986. He was a 60-year member of American Legion Post #26 in Uvalde. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles L. Farris and Anna Jane Knibbe Farris; his brothers, Oliver D. Farris and Jack D. Farris; and first wife, Anna Mae Gaskins Farris. He is survived by his loving wife, Edith K. Farris; son, Richard H. Farris of Georgia; daughters, Peggy Ken Porter of Ohio, Robin Richard Eanes of Austin, and Kris Kyle Brown of Luling; sister, JoAnn Farris Goodell of Austin; seven grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be sorely missed. |
▰ Col Glenn W Pohly Usa Ret Died June 17, … More Information |
Col Glenn W Pohly Usa Ret , born December 28, 1933 died June 17, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 74.
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Obituary: Col. Glenn W. Pohly, USA Ret., age 74, passed away on 17, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Colonel Pohly was born in Chicago, Illinois on 28, 1933. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, New Mexico, in May 1955. He was designated a Distinguished Military Graduate and commissioned Second Lieutenant, Armor. Colonel Pohly entered active duty, Regular Army, in 1955. During his 30 year career, his decorations and awards included the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, and the Army Commendation Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster. his military career, among other areas of expertise, he taught Occupational Therapy at the University of Texas Science . He was a Bexar Master Gardener, an avid dancer with the Lamplighters, Revelers, Los Alegradores and the K Club. He was a lover of music being a member of the Opera Guild. A gifted artist in many mediums, he received awards for his stained glass and marquetry. Glenn was an extraordinary out of the box thinker and creator and lived life to its very fullest. All his life he was a superb athlete and runner, serving as a Scouting Leader for over 17 years. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church. During his life, Glenn constantly stressed that it was his parents who taught him integrity, and a love of education and family. He is survived by his wife, Helen; sons, Glenn W. Pohly, Jr. and wife Kristin, Gregg Millard Pohly and wife Lori, Daniel Dean Pohly and wife Terry; daughters, Diana Rhea Pohly and husband Joseph Carty, and Debra Leigh Pohly; sister, Yvonne Chelew; 19 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; and 2 step children, Michael Romine Olive and wife Jennie, and Phillip Adair Olive and wife Nina. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the New Mexico Military Institute Alumni Association, 101 West Blvd., Roswell, NM 88201or First Presbyterian Church, 404 North Alamo, San Antonio, TX 78205. |
▰ Col Garland Simon Daniel Usaf Ret Died November 07, … More Information |
Col Garland Simon Daniel Usaf Ret , born December 24, 1919 died November 7, 2005 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 85.
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Obituary: Colonel Garland Simon Daniel USAF, Ret., known as ÂDan to all his friends, passed away at age 85 on evening, 7, 2005, after a prolonged bout with ParkinsonÂs Disease. He was born to Adie and Asa Daniel on 24, 1919, on a small farm near the town of Camden, Arkansas. growing up on the farm surrounded by many close relatives, he graduated from the University of Arkansas in of 1942 with a BS degree in agriculture. Among many activities during his college career, he was elected president of the Arkansas state Future Farmers of America program. However, being enthused with the prospect of flying and the immediate prospect of going to war, he quickly entered the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet Program and attended flying training at Parks Air in St. Louis, Missouri, training in the open cockpit P-19. He graduated as a rated pilot with a 2nd Lt. commission in May of 1943. Col. Daniel then was stationed in Lubbock, Texas, for additional advanced flight training, where he met and married his ballroom dancing teacher, Deborah Lail. were happily married for over 61 years until she suddenly passed away in 2004. During these years Col. Daniel had a 30-year distinguished career in the Air Force, spending most of the time stationed at such places as Guam, Tucson, Omaha, Montgomery, Washington D.C., Korea, Vietnam, and finally San Antonio. all advanced flying training, then Lt. Daniel was on his way the Pacific theater as a B-29 aircraft commander when the first two atomic bombs were dropped, ending the war. He then continued to fly bombers in the newly established Strategic Air Command, and helped set up the 24 hour alert and rapid launch capability of SACÂs bomber force. While stationed at Davis-Monthan AFB in Tucson, AZ, his wing was the initial unit selected to fly the first jet bomber, the six engine B-47. The final part of his career was in various Pentagon and Air Force headquarters positions until he retired at Randolph AFB in San Antonio in , 1973. He is survived by a son, Col. Edward Daniel, daughter-in-law Carol Daniel, grandchildren Scott Daniel and Stacy Daniel Mullen, great-grandson Andrew Daniel Mullen, sister and brother-in-law Marie and Otho Roe, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Ann and Robert Knox, as well as many nephews, nieces, and cousins. Dan was a very helpful, warm-natured person, always ready to help anyone in need. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him. |
▰ Col Ronald W Blake Usaf Ret Died January 20, … More Information |
Col Ronald W Blake Usaf Ret , born May 15, 1940 went into the presence of the Lord on January 20, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 67.
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Obituary: Colonel Ron Blake passed away on , 19, 2008, after a 10-year battle with cancer. Born in Wichita, Kansas, on May 15, 1940, Ron attended Wichita West High School. He was active in sports, a member of the Lettermans Club, and a class president before graduating in 1958. Ron received a BBA Degree in Industrial Management from the University of Texas, and an MBA Degree from East Texas State University in Industrial and Personnel Management. He was a member of Beta Theta Pi International Fraternity. Colonel Blake entered the Air Force upon completion of his Bachelors Degree and spent almost 30 years in a wide variety of command and staff assignments around the world. His military decorations include: The Defense Superior Service Medal, two Legions of Merit, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, four Air Force Meritorious Service Medals, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the National Defense Medal. Colonel Blake is survived by his mother, Rosella Pierson; a brother, Tony Blake; a sister, Pamela Johnson; and his beloved wife of over 40 years, Connie Sue Kinser Blake; also his mother-in-law, Marie Kinser; a sister-in-law, Brenda Rollins; 3 brothers-in-law, Kenneth Kinser, Don Johnson and Rick Rollins; and 8 nieces and nephews, Teri Gee, Keli Shaffer, Tony Blake, Jr., Brandi Blake, Greg Johnson, Michelle Johnson, Nathan Rollins, and Heather Perkins. It was Rons wish that all who knew him and took the time to read this notice would contribute to their favorite cancer charity. The family wishes to express special thanks to the Hematology/Oncology Unit and Bone Marrow Unit at Wilford Hall Medical , along with the staff at Vista Hospice. |
▰ Col Merton Singer Us Army Ret Died July 28, … More Information |
Col Merton Singer Us Army Ret , born August 21, 1913 died on July 28, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 89.
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Obituary: Merton Singer, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on , 28, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. He was born 21 1913, in Superior, Wisconsin to Samuel and Lena Singer. rom the time he was 9 years old he helped his family through difficult times, carrying a paper route, working in a grocery store and shining shoes. He was determined to become well educated and find more in the world than his little hometown of Superior offered. He was industrious, honest, and loyal to friends and family. He attended the University of Wisconsin 1931-34. In 1933 he received an appointment to the U. S. Naval Academy but was denied entrance because of defective color perception. Never one to accept defeat, he tried the U. S. Military Academy, competing for Senator F. Ryan DuffyÂs appointment along with 250 others. He won the appointment and entered with the class of Â38. On graduation he was commissioned in the Infantry and assigned to K Co., 23rd infantry, 2nd Infantry Division, Ft. Sam Houston, Texas. There he met and married the former Jean Eidelberg on 19 1941. During World War II he was assigned to the European Theater of Operations as Deputy Ordnance Officer, HQ VIII Army Corps, landing on Utah Beach in the D-Day Invasion, and he fought all the way to the Elbe River, where allied forces rendezvoused with the Russians. He was awarded the ETO Ribbon and 5 Bronze Campaign Stars for participation in the Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes, Alsace and Central Europe campaigns. He was on the way to the Philippines to participate in the invasion of Honshu Operation Olympic when President. Truman ordered dropping the 2 atomic bombs that ended WWII. the war, he received his Master of Science in petroleum engineering at the University of Pittsburgh in 1947, and was a postgraduate of the Wharton Graduate School of Business U. of Pennsylvania 1954-55. Mert, through months of research, developed and patented a device called the Geoguide, a handheld reference tool which shows all of the major oil formations and their geologic timetables around the world. It is still used by many oil companies and oil field service personnel to this day. Decorations: Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal; ETO Ribbon with Silver Star i.e. 5 campaigns; WWII Victory Medal; Army of Occupation Medal with German clasp; National Defense Service Medal; National Military Establishment Identification Badge; French Croix de Guerre with Palm 1944 signed by DeGaulle; Order of the Black Star France 1960, a rare medal given only to foreigners for distinguished service to the French government, personally presented by Charles DeGaulle; Decoration of Distinguished Civilian Services; Secretary of the Army 1989; Certificate of Appreciation for Patriotic Civilian Service, Dept. of the Army, 1989; Royal Yugoslav Commemorative War Cross from Peter II, King of Yugoslavia. Listed in ÂWhoÂs Who in AmericaÂ, ÂWhoÂs Who in the WorldÂ, ÂWhoÂs Who in the South & SouthwestÂ, ÂWhoÂs Who in Science and Engineering and ÂWhoÂs Who in Finance and IndustryÂ. Other assignments include Army-Navy Petroleum Board, Joint Chief of Staff 1947-49; Army Member Pacific Command Petroleum Officer, Staff Commander-in-Chief Pacific & Pacific Fleet, Oahu, Hawaii, 1949-53. He invented and implemented a system of automatic re-supply of petroleum during the Korean War. This system is still in use by many large U.S. companies. Professor of Military Science and Tactics, U. Of Penn 1953-56; then to Fontainebleau, France where he built & operated the U.S. Army petroleum pipeline across France and Germany. From France he was sent to Ft. Jay, Governors Island, New York to be 1st Army Quartermaster, and was then advanced to Post Commander. He retired from the Army in 1965 and accepted a job as V.P. and Assistant to the President, United Board and Carton Co. From 1970 to 1989 he was Executive Director, Research & Development Associates for military food and packaging systems. In 1989 he established his own company, the S. L. Crow , and has been CEO until present time. Always thoughtful and eager to provide help when needed, while in France, he assisted Father Leratrif in Yvres in re-casting the church bell which was cracked when too vigorously rung on VE day, and which had not been used for, at that time, nearly 20 years. MertÂs name is cast in the bell, which hangs in the Catholic Church belfry. This was one of the many things he did to improve Franco-American relationships. As a plebe in 1934 he organized the 1st Jewish services ever conducted at West Point. In 1967 he received permission from the Superintendent, General Donald V. Bennett, to build a Jewish cadet chapel at West Point. He became the first chairman of the fund raising committee to raise funds for the design and construction of the chapel and he hand selected the original board. From the time Mert graduated from West Point he contributed to his alma mater in a myriad of ways. As President, West Point Society N.Y. for 3-1/2 years and as a member of the board of trustees of the Association of Graduates for 7 years, he staged what became known as the Illustrious Graduates Dinner in NYC in 1968. The purpose of the dinner was to call the attention of the nation to the value of a West Point education and the appeal of an Army career. Mert sat on the dais with President Eisenhower, Bob Hope and other distinguished graduates. The event attracted major attention from the media and increased dramatically the number of young men seeking West Point appointments. To improve Army football, Mert staged the Army All-American Football Luncheon to raise money for scholarships for prospective Army football players in need of 1 year of seasoning before entering West Point. 22 previous Army All-Americans from all over the world attended the luncheon at their own expense. Mert was instrumental in getting Sylvanus Thayer, the Father of the Military Academy, inducted into the hall of fame for great Americans. To this continued... |
▰ Col Philip W Eckman Usaf Ret Died November 23, … More Information |
Col Philip W Eckman Usaf Ret , born June 8, 1916 passed from this life on November 23, 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 91.
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Obituary: Col Philip W. Eckman, USAF Ret., was an officer and gentlemen. He entered the US Army Air Corp as a cadet. He entered World War II as a Lt serving as a navigator in the 8th Air Force from 1941-1945. He proudly served the remainder of his career in the U.S. Air Force Reserve retiring as a full Colonel. He was loved and respected by all who knew him. |
▰ Col George Donald Benjamin Usaf Ret Died June 20, … More Information |
Col George Donald Benjamin Usaf Ret , born May 11, 1930 entered eternal life June 20, 2007 in Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. Col was 77.
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Obituary: Col George Donald Benjamin ÂBenÂ, USAF, Ret., born in Butte, Montana on May 11, 1930, lost his battle with cancer on 20, 2007, in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 77. Entering into the Air Force in 1952, Ben served his country in the United States Air Force for 30 years, with tours in the Korea and Vietnam. During his time of service, he was awarded numerous service merit awards and commendations including the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. Ben retired from the Air Force in 1982 at Kelly AFB, Texas and completed a very successful 10 year career at General Electric Â- Aircraft Engine Division. A love of the ocean and his wife Norma brought Ben to the beach town of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. were married for 42 years and familiar sites on the Boardwalk and loved the beach life. Ben was a wonderful father and an incredible inspiration to all. He touched many lives and his spirit will always live on. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Norma. Ben is survived by his daughter, Dana Calonge and husband, Dick; daughter Lorin Benjamin; grandson, Dylan Calonge; brother, Clyde Benjamin and wife, Nancy; niece, Diane Benjamin and her daughter, Mandi; nephews, Doug Benjamin and wife, Kathy and their son, Gabe and daughter, Sara; Steve Benjamin and wife, Patti and their daughters, Nicole, Megan and son, Max; Mike Benjamin and wife, Kim and children, Thomas, Kirsten, Erik and Anna. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr., San Antonio, Texas 78229 would be greatly appreciated. |
▰ Col William E Gene Sharp Usaf Ret Died July 28, … More Information |
Col William E Gene Sharp Usaf Ret , born November 18, 1918 went into the presence of the Lord on July 28, 2005 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 86.
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Obituary: Colonel William E. ÂGene Sharp was born on 18, 1918, just one week after the Armistice was signed ending The Great War. He was born into a pioneer family in Walla Walla, Washington. He belonged to the Congregational Church and the Boy Scouts of America. During high school he was on the Wa-Hi school newspaper and in ROTC in both high school and college. He was a pre-med student at Washington State University in Pullman where he met a sophomore business student, Virginia Scott of Kelso, Washington, fell in love, and proposed two weeks later. Gene and Scottie were married for 63 years. While in college, Sharp was a member of Delta Upsilon fraternity and the pre-med honor society. He also received a commercial pilotÂs license. Two weeks after completing his flight training as an Air Corps cadet Class of 41-G at Stockton, CA, Pearl Harbor was bombed and Sharp became a pilot instructor. His career in the Air Force spanned almost thirty years. He was stationed in various countries and bases around the world: Peru; Bergstrom AFB, TX; Barksdale AFB, LA; Vance AFB, OK; BW-1, Narsarsuak, Greenland; Maxwell AFB, AL; Site Y-11, Rabat Salé, Morocco; Pentagon, Washington, DC; Hickam AFB, HI; Randolph AFB, TX. Among his awards in the military were the Peruvian Air Cross for accomplishments as director of flight training for the American RepublicÂs Project of Peru and the Legion of Merit for exemplary service on the Joint ChiefÂs of Staff. He held posts in the Air Staff, office of the joint chief of staff, Air University, Headquarters Pacific Air Forces, was deputy commander of the 316th Air Division in northern Africa, and was deputy chief of staff for plans of the Headquarters Air Training Command at Randolph AFB here in San Antonio. He was a graduate of the Air Command and Staff . retiring in 1970 to Shavano Park, TX, he was elected mayor in a landslide write-in campaign and served from 1975 to 1983. While there, he also served as chairman to the Bexar Council of Mayors and was responsible for transportation infrastructure in and around San Antonio. He was a member of Castle Hills First Baptist Church and on various committees. He also served several terms as president of the San Antonio International Gun Club. The Sharps moved to Air Force Village II in 1997. There the Sharps became involved with the Protestant Bible Study class between visits to relatives in Washington, Idaho, and Paris, France. GeneÂs passion during the last few years was completing the famly genealogy and a history of the Sharp family dating back to Laubenheim, Germany in the seventeenth century. Col. Sharp was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Eugene Sharp and Mary Bates Sharp; his beloved wife, Virginia ÂScottie Sharp; two sons, William Eugene Jr., and Mark Alan; his brother Charles L. Sharp, and his sister Eva May Crothers-Saunders. He is survived by his son and daughter in law Dennis and Jane Sharp of Durham, NC; daughter and son-in-law, Sarah-Lynne ÂSusie and Jean-Marie Le Canu of Kingwood, TX; nephews John E. Sharp of Spokane, WA, and Steven Crothers of Vancouver, WA; and niece Kay Bell of Dayton, WA; nine grandchildren and two great-granddaughters; and many, many friends |
▰ Col William Joseph Vipraio Usaf Ret Died August 11, … More Information | Col William Joseph Vipraio Usaf Ret , born September 12, 1931 passed from this world into the next August 11, 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 75. |
▰ Col Edwin I Emmons Usaf Ret Died February 18, … More Information |
Col Edwin I Emmons Usaf Ret , born January 15, 1942 joined the Lord February 18, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 68.
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Obituary: Col. Edwin I. Emmons, USAF Ret, age 68, passed away on , 18, 2010 in San Antonio. He was born in McAllen, Texas on 15, 1942 to Rex Sr. and Beatrice Emmons. Most important to Ed was his relationship with Jesus Christ. Blessed with a servants heart, he was a dedicated lifelong volunteer to innumerable organizations. Dearest to him were Boy Scouts of America and Texas Baptist Men, Disaster Relief. He was a deacon at Trinity Baptist Church, avid gardener, fisherman, and grill master. A Vietnam veteran, Ed flew numerous missions in the B-52, C-130, and C-5, where he commanded the 68th Airlift Squadron, 433rd Airlift Wing. While with the Air Force, he was also a pilot for Eastern Airlines. Upon retirement from both, Ed began a career with Nationwide Insurance, from which he retired in 2004. Ed was preceded in death by his parents Rex Emmons, Sr., and Beatrice Taylor, and a brother, Rex Buddy Emmons, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Beverly Emmons; son Ron Emmons and wife Tricia; daughter Annette Emmons; son Maj. Randy Tankersley and wife Jessica; son Matthew Emmons and wife Mary Kathryn; grandchildren Elise, Jacob, Clay, Lucas, Allison, Jackson, Lula Kate, and soon to be William; sisters Peggy Ratliff and Jeannie Emmons; brothers Patrick Snell and Danny Snell and wife Lisa; as well as many special extended family members. The family will receive friends for a visitation from 11:00 am to 12:15 pm on , 25, 2010, at Trinity Baptist Church. MEMORIAL SERVICE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2010 12:30 PM TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH Inurnment with Full Military Honors will follow at Fort Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Texas Baptist Men Disaster Relief, 5351 Catron, Dallas, Texas 75227. |
▰ Col William Melville Brown Usaf Ret Died February 25, … More Information |
Col William Melville Brown Usaf Ret , born September 19, 1908 entered eternal life February 25, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 94.
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Obituary: Col. Brown passed away on 25, 2003 at the age of 94. He entered service as an Air Cadet in May 1931, graduating as a 2nd Lt. Pilot, U.S. Army Air Corps Reserves assigned to Field, California. There, he flew airmail for the Army Air Corps. He was married to Dorothy Martin from 1934 until her passing in 1993 Â- a span of almost 60 years. Col. Brown maintained his permanent residence in San Antonio for over 66 years. He was born in Long Beach, California on 19, 1908 to Walter and Bessie Brown; raised there and in Searchlight, Nevada. In his college years, as an accomplished trumpet player, he led his own dance band. During this time, he developed affection for classical jazz that remained with him for the the rest of his long life. One of his favorite pastimes in retirement was enjoying the music of Jim Cullum and his band at The Landing on the Riverwalk. a brief time as a commercial airline pilot in the earliest days of the airlines, he was recalled to active duty as a Regular Officer in 1936. He served in a Pursuit Group at Air Field under General then Major ÂHap Arnold and other soon-to-be famous air leaders. Until midway in World War II, he served as a flight instructor and commanded air training groups; including two tours at Randolph Air Force Base, in Georgia and at Parks Air in St. Louis. He trained future air aces of both the American and allied forces, but was frustrated by his being denied combat tours. He was sent to China as a Colonel in 1943, serving as Air Corps liaison to the Chinese Nationalist leadership, managing troop movements by air and by sea. Immediately after the end of World War II, accompanied only by an interpreter and pilot, he flew into remote locations in China to accept the surrender of still-armed Japanese units. He was awarded two Yun Huiw Orders by China as well as a number of U.S. military decorations. Col. Brown had a distinguished post-war Air Force career, holding high positions in the Pentagon and with the 315th Air Division in New York and in then-occupied Japan. He was well schooled, graduating from the Command and General Staff course 1944, the Army/Navy Staff 1945, the Armed Forces Staff 1948, promoted to the permanent rank of Colonel in 1950 and graduated from the National War in 1952. His final Air Force assignment was with the Deparment of Defense Inspector GeneralÂs office where he was assigned to oversee many important investigations. He retired in 1961 and moved with Dorothy to San Antonio. He operated a portrait studio and indulged his avocation of music, collecting an array of recordings in all forms of media. ÂMel Brown was the epitome of an Officer and a Gentleman until his death, always conducting himself with great dignity and sensitivity to the needs of others. He always had an interesting story to tell and was blessed with an near-total recall of names, dates, places and of the many events in his busy life. He is survived by nephew Hubert and wife Mary; nephew Dean Davis of San Antonio; grandnephew Hubert Jr. and wife Ana; grandnephew, Richard Davis and wife Patti; niece Patricia Peters of Long Beach and cousin Richard Gohn and wife Joani of San Antonio |
▰ Col Robert G Douglass Usaf Ret Died March 20, … More Information |
Col Robert G Douglass Usaf Ret , born October 7, 1937 died on March 20, 2011 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 73.
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Obituary: Col. Robert G. Douglass, USAF Ret., passed away 20, 2011, in San Antonio. He was preceded in death by his wife, Tedra A. Douglass. Col. Douglass is survived by his sons, Craig S. Douglass and wife Susan of Dallas, Jeffrey M. Douglass and wife Leslie of Dallas, Timothy R. Douglass and wife Betty of San Antonio, and four grandchildren. GRAVESIDE SERVICE WITH FULL MILITARY HONORS TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2011 9:45 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8115 Datapoint Dr., San Antonio, TX 78229. |
▰ Col Harry M Kemp Usa Ret Died November 19, … More Information |
Col Harry M Kemp Usa Ret , born June 1, 1919 departed this life Sunday November 19, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 87.
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Obituary: Colonel Retired Harry M. Kemp died 19, 2006 in San Antonio, TX at the age of 87. He was born and educated in Berwick, PA. He enlisted in the National GuardÂs 28th Infantry Division. During training for deployment in WWII he received a direct commission in the Infantry and rose to Captain and command of the company he originally enlisted. During WWII he participated in five major campaigns in the European Theater to include some of the toughest fighting of the war in the Huertgen Forest and the Battle of the Bulge. In the final phases of WWII he was promoted to Major and command of an Infantry Battalion. WWII he received a Regular Army Commission. He also served in the Korean War as a commander of an Infantry Battalion. Other assignments included command of an Infantry Brigade and service on the Army Staff and Joint Staff in the Pentagon. He attended several military schools to include graduating from the Army War . He also graduated from the University of Maryland with a BS. He retired from active duty in 1971. Throughout his retirement he continued to serve his nation and communities through extensive volunteer work with many organizations to include local representative for West Point, the Boy Scouts, the 109th Infantry Veterans Association and The Retired Officers Association. He is the author of The Regiment Â- Let the Citizens Bear Arms a testimonial for members and families of the 109th Infantry Regiment. Colonel KempÂs U.S. awards include two awards of the Combat InfantrymanÂs Badge, two awards of the Legion of Merit, and two awards of the Bronze Star Medal with ÂVÂ for Valor. His foreign awards include the Cross for Right and Freedom from the Netherlands and Commander of the Order of Merit of the Grande Duchy of Luxembourg for successfully evacuating the civilian population of Diekirch Luxembourg during the Battle of the Bulge. Colonel Kemp is survived by his wife of 54 years Margaret Kemp. He is also survived by his daughter Margaret Hamilton; two sons Harry Kemp Jr. and Richard Kemp; six grandchildren Peter Hamilton, Richard McEvoy-Kemp, Margaret McEvoy-Kemp, Jessica Kemp, Morgan Kemp and Bryan Kemp; one great grandchild Kathleen Hamilton; one sister Gloria Lanning; and two brothers William Kemp and Kenneth Kemp. Interment will be held in Arlington National at a later date. |
▰ Col Steven Earl Cady Usaf Ret Died June 20, … More Information |
Col Steven Earl Cady Usaf Ret , born August 9, 1945 joined the Lord June 20, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 64.
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Obituary: Col. Steven Earl Cady, USAF Ret., passed away 20, 2010, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born 9, 1945, in San Mateo, California to Albert and Marilyn Cady. Steve loved and served God, country and family. He was called by a friend, a class act in every way, shape and form. He was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Andrew Blake Cady. Steve is survived by his mother, Marilyn Glaze; sister, Susan Jacobs Charles; nieces, Sarah Doke Joe; Deborah Larvin Perry, Carolyn Luna Jeovany; nephew, David Alan Jacobs; six grandnieces and nephews. MEMORIAL SERVICE WITH FULL MILITARY HONORS MONDAY, AUGUST 9, 2010 10:00 A.M. PORTER LORING MORTUARY NORTH CHAPEL Interment will follow in Arlington National at a later date. |
▰ Col Charles J Luther Usaf Ret Died July 15, … More Information |
Col Charles J Luther Usaf Ret , born June 2, 1929 passed from this world into the next July 15, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 80.
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Obituary: Colonel Charles Chuck J. Luther, USAF Ret., after a sudden but brief illness, passed away gently in San Antonio, Texas on 15th with his family at his side. He had recently celebrated his 80th birthday. A true Texan, Col. Luther was born in Leander, raised in Austin, studied at the University of Texas, and was appointed by then Congressman Lyndon B. Johnson to the United States Military Academy. As a member of the West Point Class of 1952, he received degrees in Engineering and then elected to join the US Air Force, where he became a pilot and later earned an MS in Electrical Engineering. Throughout his life, he was known for his genuine love of God, Family and Country. During Col. Luthers long and distinguished Air Force career, he held many assignments including multiple postings across the US and also in Goose Bay, Labrador, Wiesbaden, Germany, Ubon, Thailand and Misawa, Japan. He was awarded the Legion of Merit, Distinguished Flying Cross, Soldiers Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal and many other honors. Col. Luther proudly served in Vietnam piloting F-4 Phantom jets in 137 successful missions and was a member of the Red River Rats. His final two postings were as Wing Commander at the Misawa AFB, Japan and Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence, Systems Command, Andrews AFB, MD. Col. Luther is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Janet L. Luther, and his daughters, Martiel Luther and Janet Luther of Houston; he was preceded in death by his beloved son, Charles J. Luther, II. Interment with military honors will be held at a future date at the West Point , NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the San Antonio Food Bank 5200 Old Hwy 90 W, San Antonio, TX 78227; contact tbakke@safoodbank.org or the charity of your choice. |
▰ Col Nelson Bud Wyatt Hardin Usaf Ret Died January 03, … More Information |
Col Nelson Bud Wyatt Hardin Usaf Ret , born October 30, 1919 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 3, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 88.
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Obituary: Col Nelson Bud Wyatt Hardin, USAF Ret., age 88, passed away 3, 2008, from complications as a result of a stroke. He was born 30, 1919, in Beasley, Texas, to the late Edmond H. Hardin and his wife, Matephine. The third youngest of eleven children, Bud, was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. He is survived by his adoring wife of 41 years, Dolores �Dee�; sons, James and wife, Jackie and Gary; grandchildren, Kyle and Dawn; younger brother, J.R. Hardin and wife, Maxine of Rosenberg, TX; beloved niece, Lynda Knoepfle and husband, Kevin; great-nephews, Lucas and Scott of Vacaville, CA; special nephew and niece, Al and Iris Meyer, also of Rosenberg, TX; and many other nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, great-nephews and great-nieces. A decorated WW II veteran, he served in numerous locations around the world, which included spending 14 months as a prisoner of war in Germany during 1943-44, after the plane he was piloting was shot down over Holland. meeting and falling deeply in love, while at Dover AFB, Delaware, Bud and Dee married in 1966. Col Hardin retired from the US Air Force in 1969, at Pope AFB, North Carolina, after serving his country for 27 years, then he and Dee made their home in San Antonio, where they cherished the many dear and close friendships they developed over the past 38 years. Bud devoted his life to being the very best friend and husband to Dee, a task at which he excelled. An avid golfer, Bud enjoyed traveling to various parts of the country with Dee to play golf and visit friends. A quiet and honorable man, Bud, was dearly loved by many and will be greatly missed by his wife, family and friends. A reception will be held at Windcrest United Methodist Church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fisher House, Building 3623, George C. Beach Rd, Ft. Sam Houston, TX 78234-6200. |
▰ Col Herbert Wilford Austin Usaf Ret Died June 29, … More Information |
Col Herbert Wilford Austin Usaf Ret , born December 18, 1926 entered Heaven's gates on June 29, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 77.
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Obituary: The CORRECT service time is 11:30 A.M. on , 2, 2004. Col. Herbert Wilford Austin, USAF Ret. passed peacefully to the Lord and his loving wife Cynthia who passed 1, 2004 at age 78 on 29th after a long illness. He was with his family as he passed and he will be missed greatly. Born 18, 1926 in Dundee, Florida, Herb spent most of his young life in Brockport, New York, where he began flying at age 16. He would wash airplanes at the local airport and fly idle aircraft for the owners. His favorite was a seaplane. His father was a farmer and carpenter. Herb also held the positions of filling station mechanic, credit investigator, General Motors assembly lineman, ambulance driver, and ketchup maker. Herb enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1945 and spent 26 years as a pilot in the Air Force. Herb truly loved flying and began flying T-6s ending his flying career in the giant C-5. Herb served during WWII, Korea and Vietnam. While attending flying school in Waco, Lt. Austin attended a track meet at UT where he was introduced to Cynthia Eitt of San Antonio. The two were married in 1950 at St. MarkÂs Episcopal Church. Following his Air Force career, in 1974 Herb began building homes. He was a pioneer in energy efficient homes and built 5 solar energy homes. He also found time to serve as Senior Warden of St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Alderman, Asst. Fire Chief and Mayor of the City of Shavano Park where he worked to modernize policies, systems and processes buying the City their first real fire truck in 1985. Under Mayor AustinÂs visionary leadership the Shavano Park fire department bought the first Jaws of Life on the North side of Bexar to be used on what was then referred to as the ÂDeath Loop and participated in using them to save many lives. Herb was active with AACOG and was also a Mason and Shriner. Herb spent much of his late life with his friends in the Prop Busters radio controlled airplane club. Herb was always concerned about treating people right and fairly and was a wonderful father and husband, caring for and loving his ill wife married 53 years for 20 years. This is a true testament of the love they shared. Herb is survived by his loving children, daughter, Gail Marie Eitt Austin; sons, Herbert Eitt Austin and wife, Janie, and Henry Hank Eitt Austin and wife, Nancy; and grandchildren, Kasey, Taylor and Hailey all of San Antonio. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Therapy and Research , Attn: Donor Relations, P.O. Box 1657, San Antonio, TX 78296. |
▰ Col Andrew Dale Moore Usaf Ret Died December 16, … More Information |
Col Andrew Dale Moore Usaf Ret , born July 27, 1910 died on December 16, 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 97.
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Obituary: Col. Andrew Dale Moore, USAF Ret. died , 16, 2007 in San Antonio after living 97wonderful years. He was born near Rockwell City, IA, 27, 1910 to parents, Andrew Jackson and Mary Martin Moore. In 1919 he moved to Worthington, MN where he graduated from high school and joined the National Guard. He attended the University of Minnesota, but went out to California where he got his pilotÂs license in 1929. He later graduated from the University of Maryland. receiving his pilotÂs license, he came to Kelly Field as a Âflying cadetÂ, graduating in 1936. On 19, 1937 he married Elza M. Billingsley and they moved to Randolph Field where he served as a flying instructor. He later was assigned to retrain reserve pilots in AT 6Âs. He worked with the Training Command from 1942 to 1945 at Lake Charles, LA, Greenville, TX, Liberal KS and Harlingen, TX, and then was sent to the Pacific under Gen. McMullen. At the end of the war he went to work for Gen. Wm. Tunner in the Air Transport Service serving in Memphis, Iceland, Ft. Totten, and Westover Field. In 1948 he attended and was later on the staff of the Naval War . As part of the implementation of the NATO agreement, he was sent to Iceland to reopen the air base. He returned to Kelly AFB with MATS, then attended the National War in Washington, DC. He served on the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon for 3 years before being transferred to SHAPE Headquarters in Fontainbleau, France. In 1960 he became Inspector General at Wright-Patterson AFB where in 1962 he retired after 33 years of service. retirement, he and his wife, Elza, traveled extensively throughout the USA and Mexico with their trailer and spent several months of the year in Guadalajara, MX. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, William Raymond, and his beloved wife, Elza. He is survived by his son, Jack T. Moore and his wife, Debi of Monroe, NC; his daughter, Judy Jull and her partner, Jack Upchurch of Hillsboro, MD; grandsons, John H. Jull and Andrew H. Moore; granddaughter, Sharon Jull Taylor; great grandchildren, Donald P. Jull, Katelynne M. Jull, Hannah Dale Taylor and Carson M. Taylor; He is also survived by his sister, Edith Dorine Beatty of Worthington, MN and several nieces and nephews. At the time of his death, Col. Moore was a resident at the Inn at Los Patios, a retirement community on Salado Creek where he had many wonderful friends and a special friend, Marjorie Herring. |
▰ Col Thomas P Shiely U s Army Ret Died November 21, … More Information |
Col Thomas P Shiely U s Army Ret , born November 27, 1926 entered eternal life November 21, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 77.
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Obituary: Col. Thomas P. Shiely U.S. Army Ret., born 27, 1926 in Dubuque, Iowa, passed away , 21, 2004 in San Antonio, Texas. He was in the military service for 26 years. He served with U.S. Navy for two years in the Pacific Theater during World War II and participated in the occupation of Japan following the end of hostilities. discharge from the Navy, he obtained a B.A. degree from the University of Minnesota, and then entered the U.S. Army, serving primarily in the airborne infantry, including service with the 101st Airborne. He was wounded in action during the Korean Conflict and also served in Vietnam. He received numerous medals and citations during his years of service including the purple heart and legion of merit. Col. Shiely was preceded in death by his wife, Diana W. Shiely and daughter, Katherine Shiely Flathers. He is survived by a daughter, Virginia Henderson of San Antonio; two sons, Jerry Shiely of San Antonio and Robert W. Shiely of Batavia, IL; four grandchildren, Amy, Jamie, Justin and Robert; and two great grandchildren. |
▰ Col William J Cavoli Usaf Ret Died April 19, … More Information |
Col William J Cavoli Usaf Ret , born September 22, 1919 died on April 19, 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 87.
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Obituary: William J. Cavoli was born in Philadelphia, PA to parents that had immigrated from near Bologna, Italy. He enlisted in the Army Air Corp in of 1941. He attended basic training at Randolph, AFB, Texas. He married Emma Marie Fabbri of Vineland, New Jersey in of 1942. She passed away in 1995 and is buried at Fort Sam Houston National . Bill served as a pilot in the 500th Bomb Squadron, part of the 345th Bomb Group of the 5th Air Force during World War II. His unit served in the following campaigns: New Guinea, Northern Solomons, Bismark Archipelago, Southern Philippines, Luzon Western Pacific, China, Ryukyus, and the Air Offensive Against Japan. He was shot down off the enemy coast and rescued by Nathan Gordon, who as a result became the first Naval Aviator to receive the Medal of Honor. the war, Bill remained in the military and served in defense intelligence. He was stationed in Washington, DC, Florida, Rome, Guatemala, and Panama. He retired from the Air Force in of 1972 as a full Colonel. a second successful career as a stockbroker in Washington, DC. he retired to San Antonio, Texas in 1987. He settled into life working on his yardwinning yard of the month several times in the Encino Park area. He also served as a founding member and executive secretary of his World War II Squadron Association. Bill was fluent in Italian and Spanish, as well as speaking Portuguese. He was an avid sports fan, always supporting his Philadelphia teams. He also enjoyed watching his grandsons participate in sports and JROTC. He is survived by his second wife of ten years, Kathleen Siedo, his daughter, Kathleen Rubin, her husband, Adam, and grandsons, Adam and Peter. We appreciate your expressions of sympathydonations to BillÂs favorite charity: The Valley of the Angels Orphanage, in Guatemala, are especially welcome. Their mailing information is: Father Rocco Famiglietti, OFM, PO Box 522505, Miami, FL 33152-2505. |
▰ Col Bobby Dean Wagnon Usaf Ret Died September 14, … More Information |
Col Bobby Dean Wagnon Usaf Ret , born April 17, 1935 joined the Lord September 14, 2007 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 72.
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Obituary: Bobby D. Wagnon, Colonel, USAF Retired, aged 72, died on 14th, 2007, in San Antonio, Texas, of cardio-pulmonary disease. He is survived by Elizabeth Wagnon, his wife, and his daughter and son-in-law, Cynthia and Chris Lucey. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, and son. Bob was born in May, Texas and grew up in Fort Worth. He graduated from North Texas State in Denton and was commissioned through Air Force ROTC as a second lieutenant in 1958. Over the next 26 years he made 23 moves that took him to countries throughout the world including Germany, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and Canada. The acknowledged expert in fixed, mobile, and airborne radar systems, he put his expertise to use even after retirement from the Air Force. He worked as a consultant for Litton, Whittaker, Dyncorp and others, and frequently traveled from Washington D.C. to California to the Middle East. His other passions included substitute teaching at the primary and secondary level while in Fort Worth, Texas, and being actively involved in his church. The family requests that you do a random act of kindness, that you hug your loved ones, and if desired give a gift to your favorite charity. |
▰ Col David J Ashton Usaf Ret Died April 21, … More Information |
Col David J Ashton Usaf Ret , born March 2, 1948 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord April 21, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 60.
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Obituary: Col David J. Ashton, USAF, Ret., age 60, passed away 21, 2008. He was born 2, 1948, in Kingston, Pennsylvania, to the late Walter and Ruth Ashton. David was in the US Air Force and retired as a Colonel after 30 years of service and worked in the Civil Service for 8 years. A servant at heart, David was a Bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He loved cycling and set an annual goal of riding 3, 000 miles. He also enjoyed motorcycles, computers and was known for working with his hands, as he kept lots of old things running like new. David is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Ashton; children, Kristen Worthington and husband, Shawn, Kirk Ashton, Amber Mullins and husband, Jeremy, Daniel Ashton and wife, Aubrie, Sarah Ashton, and Michael Ashton and wife, Ashley; 10 grandchildren; and brother, Caleb Ashton. A private interment will take place in Fort Sam Houston National . In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 8415 Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78229. |
▰ Col Werner E Holt Usafr Ret Died November 15, … More Information |
Col Werner E Holt Usafr Ret , born June 5, 1943 died on November 15, 2010 in Spring Branch, Texas. Col was 67.
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Obituary: Col. Werner E. Holt, USAFR Ret, age 67, passed away on , 15, 2010 in Boerne, TX. Col. Holt served 39 years in the military and retired in 2003 from the USAF Reserve. Werner was a member of the Bulverde United Methodist Church and enjoyed volunteering at the Bulverde Food Pantry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mathilde and Herbert Eugene Holt. Werner is survived by loving wife, Grace; children, Van Holt and Annette, Chris Holt, Stacy Rodgers; seven grandchildren; sister, Hannelore Searcy; mother-in-law, Marion Coulter; aunt, Grace Dilworth. The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., , 22, 2010 at Porter Loring Mortuary North. SERVICE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2010 11:00 A.M. BULVERDE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 28300 U.S. 281 Rev. Steve Coker will officiate. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National . Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association of South Texas, 8600 Wurzbach Rd., Suite 700, San Antonio, TX 78240. |
▰ Col Jack Howard Farley Us Army Infantry Ret Died December 30, … More Information |
Col Jack Howard Farley Us Army Infantry Ret , born October 7, 1919 passed from this world into the next December 30, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 84.
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Obituary: Col Jack Howard Farley, US Army Infantry, Ret. passed away on 30, 2003 at the age of 84. Jack was born on 7th, 1919 in Chickasha, Oklahoma to James Robert Farley and Mary Edna Mulvaney Farley. Jack married Tawanah Coleman of Ada, Oklahoma on 21st, 1942. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his oldest son, Lt. John H. Farley who was killed in Vietnam in 1969. He is also preceded by brothers, James C. Farley and Alfred Joe Farley, and sisters, Wanda L. Smith and Mary Patricia Cook. He is survived by son, Richard K. Farley and his wife, Lana of Ingleside, Texas; and daughter, Ann T. Cole of Houston, Texas. He has two grandsons, Dr. Derek A. Farley and wife, Robin of Oak Point, Texas, and Matthew C. Farley and wife, Abigail of Corpus Christi, Texas. Jack graduated from high school in 1937 and then completed two years of college in Lawton, Oklahoma. He was drafted in 1941, served in the 45th, 76th, and 99th divisions and then left the army as a captain in 1945. He returned to college and graduated in 1947 from Oklahoma State University with a degree in agricultural economics. He resumed his army career with the 5th Division and later the 351st Infantry in Trieste, Italy, where he served as a company commander and was promoted to major. He returned to the states in 1952 and was an advisor to the Arkansas National Guard. He was selected and graduated from the Command and General Staff in 1955. He completed a tour of duty in Korea in 1956 and was then assigned to the Pentagon in 1957 where he was later promoted to lieutenant colonel. From 1962 to 1964, he commanded the 51st Armored Infantry Battalion, 2nd Armored Division and later the 2nd Armored Support Command at Ft. Hood, Texas. In 1964, he was an advisor to the operations section G3 to the Turkish army, and was promoted to colonel in 1965. He returned to the states in 1966 as Senior Army Advisor to the Michigan National Guard. In 1970, his last assignment was to Ft. Sam Houston and he retired in 1972 as the operations officer of the Fifth U.S. Army. The family would especially like to thank Dr. Ed Reed and the nurses and staff of the PCU unit of Northeast Baptist Hospital for their professional care and kindness. Honorary Pallbearers include David Cook, Randy Cook and Rick Cook, Mike Farley, Joe Farley, James Farley, H. Vernon Smith, Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. |
▰ Col George Isaac Mason Jr Usaf Ret Died November 15, … More Information |
Col George Isaac Mason Jr Usaf Ret , born June 23, 1921 passed from this life on November 15, 2002 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 81.
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Obituary: Col. George Isaac Mason, Jr. U.S.A.F. Ret., born in Milvid, TX, 23, 1921, died 15. He was a 1943 graduate of Texas A&M University. Colonel Mason began his military career in the U.S. Army Signal Corps and later became a charter member of the U.S. Air Force, serving with distinction while with the U.S. Air Force Security Service. His decorations included the Legion of Merit with Second Oak Leaf Cluster, the Bronze Star and the Air Force Commendation Medal. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force Security Service Hall of Honor. retiring from the Air Force, he was the Business Administrator at Manor Baptist Church for 16 years, where he had been a longtime member and Deacon. He was preceded in death by his oldest son, Buddy, in 1979 and is survived by his wife of 56 years, Nelle; son, Ernie and his wife, Patricia and her sons, Gabe and Nick; daughter, Susan Porter and her husband, Steve and their children, Jake and Alissa. He is also survived by three of his four brothers, Fred, Ray and William Mason; four sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. |
▰ Col David Elmer Redman Usa Ret Died April 21, … More Information |
Col David Elmer Redman Usa Ret , born September 2, 1934 entered Heaven's gates on April 21, 2008 in Hollywood Park, Texas. Col was 73.
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Obituary: Col David Elmer Redman, USA Ret., a loving father and grandfather, passed away 21, 2008, at the age of 73. He was born 2, 1934, in Gary, Indiana, to the late Harold and Eugenia Redman. David retired as a Colonel with almost 30 years of dedicate service in the US Army. He was also a respected Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word. David loved politics, sports and especially his German Shepherd, Lady. He will greatly be missed by all who loved and knew him. David is survived by his daughter, Deeann Jacobs and husband, Peter; son, Todd Redman and wife, Jennifer; granddaughters, Lashlee and Kaitlyn Redman. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 8415 Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78229. |
▰ Col Howard Donald Rant Usaf Ret Died August 10, … More Information |
Col Howard Donald Rant Usaf Ret , born September 1, 1916 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 10, 2009 in Castle Hills, Texas. Col was 92.
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Obituary: Colonel Howard D. Rant, USAF, Ret., died , 10, 2009, of a short illness at the age of 92. Col. Rant was born 1 1916 in Dallas, Texas and graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and attended college before joining the Army Air Force at Randolph Field in 1940. He married Marie Pickens whom he met at Sherman Field, TX in 1942 and saw overseas duty in England during WWII, remaining in the Air Force until 1948. He then worked for the War Assets Administration before being recalled to active duty during the Korean War. Col. Rant remained active duty as an agent for the Office of Special Investigations, living in Dallas, Midwest City, OK, and also in Nagoya and Tokyo, Japan where he was Deputy District Commander, then being posted to OSI Headquarters in Washington, D.C. until retiring in 1965. Moving with his family to San Antonio he went to work in Civil Service at Lackland AFB in Personnel Assessments, retiring in 1983. During his long retirement he enjoyed traveling across the U.S., visiting every state, including Hawaii and Alaska and returning to England for a visit in 2000. He built a summer home in Port Aransas, TX which he enjoyed for many years before selling it and buying a condo there. Col. Rant was preceded in death by his wife Marie E. Rant and daughter Patricia E. Rant of Austin, TX. He is survived by son, Howard D. Rant, Jr. and wife Becky of Warrenton, VA; son, James E. Rant of San Antonio; daughter, Marianna Kiesel and husband Mike; as well as niece Deanna McCollum of Houston, TX; grandson and granddaughter, Jeremy and Jennifer Kiesel of San Antonio; granddaughter, Amy Miller and husband Mike; and great-granddaughters, Isabella, Olivia, and Sydney Miller of Ashburn, VA. In lieu of flowers, contributions made to further cancer or Alzheimers research would be appreciated. |
▰ Col John Thomas Walior Usaf Ret Died June 21, … More Information |
Col John Thomas Walior Usaf Ret , born March 25, 1918 entered eternal life June 21, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Col was 92.
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Obituary: Col. John Thomas Walior, USAF Ret., age 92, passed away on , 21, 2010 in San Antonio, Texas. Col. Walior was born in Aberdeen, SD on 25, 1918; was commissioned 11, 1942 in Midland, Texas and retired after 30 years from Kelly Air Force Base, Texas on 15, 1971. Another member of the greatest generation, Col. Walior was a WWII and Korean War combat veteran. He married Margaret Carberry in 1942. his air force retirement, Col Walior was employed by Frost National Bank as Construction manager from 1971 to 1973. In 1973 his family moved to Horseshoe Bay, Texas where he worked in real estate until 1980 and then finally fully retired in 1989. Upon full retirement they moved back to San Antonio. Col. Walior was an avid golfer, very active in his church and always had a song in his heart and on his lips. He was preceded in death by Margaret, his loving wife of 57 years; and son, John Walior, Jr. Col. Walior is survived by daughter, Mrs. Patricia Cedeno and husband Frank; daughter, Mrs. Barbara Rossmann and husband, Jim; son, William Mathew Walior and wife Theresa; daughter-in-law, Linda Walior; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; along with numerous nieces and nephews. MEMORIAL ROSARY WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 2010 9:30 A.M. ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH MEMORIAL MASS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 30, 2010 10:00 A.M. ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH Inurnment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of your choice in the name of Col. John T. Walior USAF, Ret.. |
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