Departures - 2013
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Jimmy P. Hayes, CWO4, Retired, Born Oct. 4, 1919. Died Dec. 24, 2013. Meterologist, U.S. Air Force, longtime Colorado Springs resident. Survived by his wife, Dorothy; a son, Norman; a daughter, Vicky Beisch; and four grandchildren. Services private. Cappadona Funeral Home
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Jimmy Hayes, 94. He was born on October 4, 1919 in Port Arthur, Texas and departed on December 24, 2013 in Colorado Springs. Jimmy served in the United States Air Force for 30 years as a meteorologist and after retirement worked as a carpenter. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Dorothy, his son Norman and daughter Vicky. He had four grandchildren: Jason, Becca, Allen, and Aaron and six great grandchildren: Devon, Sierra, Jessica, Dominick, Timmy and Jase. At Jimmy's request a private committal service is planned.
MSgt (Ret) Clarence (Chuck) Miller passed away back in Dec 2013.
Lt Col Hugh B. Anderson Jr., USAF (Ret.), 95, died in Hampton, VA, November 23, 2013. Hugh was born July 22, 1918 in Pensacola, FL. He graduated from high school in 1936 and in 1941 joined the US Army Air Corps where he became a pilot. He married the love of his life, Manilla Dixon, in 1946. Hugh l ater joined the US Air Force as a meteorologist, retiring in 1973. After retiring, Hugh and Manilla moved home to Pensacola. He stayed very active with church activities, volunteer work, golf, fishing, bridge, and enjoying friends and family. They moved to Hampton, VA in 2004. Hugh was pre-deceased by Manilla and siblings Caleb, Joe, Tom, and Ann. Hugh is survived by 5 sons and their families: Hugh B. (Bernie) Anderson III and wife Karen King, John Eric (Rick) Anderson and wife Cherlyn, Gary Anderson, Dana Anderson and wife Bonnie, Mark Anderson, 13 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are brother Peter Anderson and sister Frances Walker. The family gives special thanks for Hugh's caregivers, Drina Osborne, Pat Smith, and Brenda Mutz, for their unfaltering devotion to his care as he battled Alzheimer's disease. A service to celebrate Hugh's life was held on Monday, December 2, in the Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home Chapel in Hampton. Interment followed the service in Parklawn Memorial Park. Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
Harold L. "Hal" Todd, 90, of Rockford, died at 4:10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, in Swedish American Hospital. Born Nov. 16, 1922, in Canton, Ill., the son of Lloyd P. and Edith G. (Hoover) Todd. Hal grew up in Rockford, graduating from Rockford High School. After high school he played the piano in a ten-piece orchestra that he created. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force for three years during World War II, followed by two years in the Navy Reserves. Hal was an active member of the Air Weather Association and held many leadership positions including in the 15th and 20th Weather Squadron Association including President. He attended Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, and the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Hal worked as a reporter for the DeKalb Daily Chronicle and later the Rockford Register Star. He married his lifelong companion, Jeanne Rennels, of Charleston, Ill, in 1948. They were married in Rockton at the Old Stone Church and honeymooned in Niagara Falls. They resided in Rockford and Florida. Hal was an international insurance broker and president of Todd and Co., Inc. founded in 1959. He was a director at Illinois Blue Cross, on the advisory board of St. Anthony Medical Center, and a director of City National Bank. He belonged to the Association of Insurance Agents; Manilla Lodge #1, Philippine Islands; Masonic Lodge #166; honorary member of Ali-Shan Oasis Shrine Club, Republic of China; Post Potentate of the Tebala Temple, Rockford; and Commissioner of the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department. He enjoyed being the Grand Marshall at Fourth of July parades, and the Kentucky Colonel commissioned by the Governor of Kentucky. Hal and Jeanne were past members of Forest Hills Country Club, Rockford Country Club, The University Club, Coral Ridge Country Club in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and the Surf & Yacht Club in Ft. Lauderdale. They traveled extensively and included their family in many trips. Hal did not like to sit around too often. He was always on the go. He wrote a book in 1999, Violation of Trust, and was working on a second book until his poor eyesight made it too difficult to pursue. Hal met a group of guys for coffee every morning for years at Johnny Pamcakes. He had many wonderful friends that were there when he needed them. That was a real joy in his life until he could no longer drive. Hal and Jeanne just celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on Oct. 16, with a party at Peterson Meadows. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne; children, twins, Judy Moyer and Jan (Ron) Pozzi, and Nanci (Vic) Mandala; grandchildren, Margaux Moyer, Todd Pozzi and Gina (Josh) Mandala Hester; and great-grandchildren, Addison and Mason Hester. Predeceased by his son-in-law, Dr. Mark A. Moyer. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Peterson Meadows and Swedish American Hospital for their care and tenderness in this stressful time.
Wayne H. Pennypacker, CWO4, USAF, (Ret.), Wayne Herbert Pennypacker, known to his friends as "Penny," born April 14, 1920, died at home in Vienna, Virginia, following a brief illness on Sunday, October 20, 2013 in the company of loved ones. Blessed with a sharp mind and an unfailing sense of humor, he lived to be 93 years strong. Wayne was an intelligent, humble, fun person who had the gift of connecting with people at all levels. He loved his family, his many friends, the military, sailing, and football. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Wayne attended Overbrook High School and had a summer job working on the SS Gatun, a banana boat that operated between the Caribbean, Central America, and Philadelphia. After high school, he attended Drexel Institute of Technology for Business, and then enlisted in the Army on November 4, 1940. Wayne worked as a Meteorologist for the Army Air Corps. In World War II, he was the Warrant Officer in charge of the weather station at Bovingdon Airfield outside London, England, where he forecasted weather for reconnaissance and bombing missions over France and Germany. He was selected for and completed special training in Advanced Weather at the School in Chanute AFB in Illinois and was supposed to go to the Pacific, but the war ended. After working briefly for Capital Airlines, Wayne was recruited by the Commander for the Forecast Center for the USAF at the Pentagon. It was at the Pentagon, he met a secretary, Opal Marian Bueide, who would soon become the love of his life. On December 31, 1946 at the Pontoppidan Lutheran Church in Fargo, ND, they began a 66-year marriage full of devotion, joy, and adventures. His military career took him to forecast centers in Washington, DC; Korea; Tokyo, Japan; and Riverside, California. Wayne was selected to be a weather forecaster for nuclear weapon tests in the Central Pacific (Bikini Atoll). His last active duty was at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska where he worked in a classified environment. He rose to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer W4 and retired in 1961 to Vienna, Virginia. During retirement, he and Opal enjoyed sailing, traveling, and hosting the many friends and family who visited them. Wayne was predeceased by his parents Herbert Deweez Pennypacker and Marion Armstrong Pennypacker, and his sister Muriel Pennypacker who died in childhood of diphtheria. He is survived by his beloved wife Opal, as well as family, friends, and neighbors. He left us with memories of many laughs and many words of wisdom. Opal would like to thank the many hospice and health care professionals who helped Wayne through his final days. His chapel service and ceremony will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences and fond memories are available at www.moneyandking.com.
Floyd McDonald Parton, SMSgt USAF (Ret.), age 60, of Clarksville, TN passed away Thursday, October 10, 2013 at his residence. Sykes Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements. A Graveside Service was held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery. He was born March 24, 1953 in Bangor, ME to the late Hoyt and Tommie Thompson Parton. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Terri Letsch. He was retired from the US Air Force with 26 ½ years of service. He was also employed by the TN State Treasurers Office as a Service Counselor. He is survived by his wife “Bim” Parton; daughter, Wendy (Shane) Tillekeratne; grandson, Adam; brother, Robert Parton; sister; Linda Hibner. Contributions may be made to the TN Chapter of the ALS Foundation, P.O. Box 40244, Nashville, TN 37204. Online condolences may be made at www.sykesfuneralhome.com
Harold "Bud" Hartel Lt Col USAF (Ret.) was born August 11, 1924 in Buffalo, New York. He joined the U.S. Air Force at 18 and spent 28 years as a meteorologist and navigator reaching the rank of Lt Col. After retirement, Bud was a math teacher and coach in Northern California schools, later a resident of Mountain View in Ashland, Ore. until his death on September 29, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Hartel; and by his daughters, Diana and Patti Hartel of Ashland, Ore., Carol Lindsay of Truckee, Calif., and Susan DaSilva of Surrey, B.C., Canada; along with six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Interment with an Honor Guard occurred on October 4, 2013 at Eagle Point National Cemetery. There was a memorial gathering of family and friends at Ashland First Congregational United Church of Christ, 717 Siskiyou Blvd. on Saturday, October 19, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. A Mass was offered for Harold Hartel at Our Lady of the Mountain, Hillview Drive, Ashland, Ore. by Father Angelo Te on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 5:00 pm. The family wishes donations be made to Weed-Lake Shastina Kiwanis Foundation Fund via Nancy Wallace, 5441 Duck Walk, Weed, CA, 96094. Tel: 530-938-2218.
Robert Edward Guthland, Lietenant Colonel, USAF, Retired, departed to join his wife, Lillian Isabelle Guthland, and his son, David Edward Guthland in a heavenly home coming on September 23rd, 2013 in Independence, MO at his home. Bob, as he was known to family and friends, was born October 19th, 1927 in St. Louis, Missouri was adopted by Elizabeth Bernadine Guthland, and Edward Guthland at 18 months of age from the Children’s home of St. Louis, MO. In 1945, he joined the US Navy, was posted to the USS Columbus out of Long Beach, California. In 1947, he was honorably discharged from the Navy and began his university studies at Northwest Missouri State Teacher's College. On February 2, 1951 he was united in marriage to Lillian Isabelle Sickels of Mount Ayr, Iowa. Upon receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Math, he was commissioned into the Air Force in August of 1952 and attended Meteorology Officer training at Florida State University. His military career highlight included flying 27 missions through the eye of Typhoons when stationed at Anderson Field, Guam, US Pacific Territories. In July of 1973, Lt. Colonel Guthland retired from active duty service after numerous duty assignments at the squadron, wing and command level. His decorations include the; Meritorious Service Medical, Air Force Commendation Medal, World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal. Moving his family to Maryville, Missouri and receiving a Masters in education, he became the Director, Horace Mann Laboratory School which is part of and on the Northwest Missouri State Universityc campus. He served in that role for 8 years. During his tenure at Northwest Missouri State University, he also was nominated by Maryville City Council, and served his as Municipal Court Judge, Maryville, Missouri. Bob was a member of Municipal and Associate Circuit Judges Association, and served as the Director for over 16 years. Bob was a member of the First Christian Church of Blue MO. He was preceded in death by his wife Lillian Isabelle, son David Guthland and his parents, Edward and Elizabeth Guthland. In addition, he is survived by his sons, Rex Guthland and wife Gayle of Waconia, MN; Scott Guthland and wife Tammy of Sykesville, MD; daughter, Christine Johnson and husband David Scott Johnson of Blue Springs, 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren Visitation will be September 28th, 2013 at First Christian Church of Blue Springs, 701 Northwest 15th Street, Blue Springs, MO. Funeral services will follow visitation at the church. Burial with military honors will be at Miriam Cemetery in Maryville, MO on the 28th of September. Contributions in memory of Bob may be made to First Christian Church of Blue Springs. Arrangements entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel, Blue Springs, MO. Memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.meyersfuneralchapel.combr>
Gulliver, Gertrude Arlene Sep 8, 1922 - Sep 3, 2013 Arlene Gulliver died September 3, 2013 surrounded by family in Elkhorn, NE. Gertrude Arlene McDermott was born on September 8, 1922 in Moville, IA, to parents Fred Leonard McDermott and Charlotte Day McDermott. Her great grandfather, John B. McDermott, founded the town of Moville, named after his hometown, Moville, Ireland. She attended Wayne State College and graduated from the University of Iowa, receiving a Bachelor of Arts Degree with an English major. During WWII, she taught High School Biology and English classes in Perry, IA. She later worked as a supervisor of Proof Readers at Hallmark Cards in Kansas City. After her three children were grown, she taught preschool in Ralston, NE. On her first day as a member of the Wayne State College band, she met a young clarinet player named Art Gulliver. Four years later, she married Arthur William Gulliver on September 9, 1943, at the First United Methodist Church in Moville, IA. They were married for 69 years, during which they shared together the joys of music, gardening, travel, wonderful friends, church, and family. Mrs. Gulliver was an accomplished needlework artist, and a member of the Needlework Guild of America. She earned her first blue ribbon for needlework at the age of 9 in 1932 at the Woodbury Iowa County Fair, for an embroidered child's quilt. She earned her last blue ribbon at the Douglas County Nebraska Fair in 1997. Her Christmas tree was decorated with handmade needlework ornaments she made each year, one for each of her ten grandchildren. She also enjoyed oil painting, and studied with local teachers for many years. Arlene was a member of the Ralston United Church of Christ for over 50 years, and a member of the Chancel Choir and Circle groups, and served as volunteer Church Librarian. She collected antiques, and was a member of the Quester's Club. She also served as a Camp Fire Girls leader, and participated in the Douglas County Extension Clubs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur, who died February 11, 2013; her parents; and her sister, Florine McDermott Riehm. Arlene is survived by her three children, Jeanne Kros (Mike) of Crescent, IA, Judy Burch (John) of Lawrence, KS, and Bruce Gulliver (Deb Habel) of Portland, OR. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren, Tomi Cole of Glenwood, IA, Jonathan Pearce (Kate) of St. Paul, MN, Tyler Pearce (Maria) of Olathe, KS, Lauren Pearce of Lawrence, KS, Jenna Stanley of Ralston, NE, Evan Stanley (Layna) of Glenwood, IA, Melissa and Charlotte Burch of Lawrence, KS, and Ian and Kirk Gulliver of Portland, OR; and her 4 great grandchildren, Taylor, Trygve, Aiden, and Deagan. VISITATION will be on Sunday, September 8, 3-5pm at the West Center Chapel. Private Burial will be Monday, September 9, in Evergreen Cemetery, followed by a MEMORIAL SERVICE at 11am at Ralston United Church of Christ, 7638 Maywood in Ralston. Memorials to: the Ralston United Church of Christ.
Harold William Dubach, Major USAF (Ret.) 92, of Wilmington NC, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening August 21, 2013. Harold was born in St. Joseph, Missouri on Thanksgiving Day November 25, 1920 to Henry and Susan Cornelius Dubach. He was an undergraduate of St Joseph Junior College , Baker University (Kansas), with further studies at Univ of Chicago, Johns Hopkins, New York Univ, American Univ, and MIT. Harold's degrees were in Chemistry, Meteorology and Oceanography. He was commissioned to the US Army Signal Corps in 1942 and was stationed in the Aleutian Islands in Alaska to oversee a weather forecasting operation there in support of the US Pacific Fleet in World WarII. During a trip to Dayton, Ohio in 1944 , he met his future wife, Roberta Pauline Rose and corresponded with her while separated from the War . They were married on Sept 26, 1946 and have been married for 66 years. After leaving active military duty in 1946 , Harold worked as a meteorologist and oceanographer in multiple government agencies, including the Thunderstorm Project (1946), US Navy Hydrographic Office and helped establish the National Oceanographic Data Center (later NOAA) in 1960. In that capacity, Harold was privileged to travel all over the world to foster relationships for ocean data collection. He and his family relocated from Washington DC to Wilmington NC in 1971, and Harold was with the Coastal Plains Commission and later was Acting Director of the NC Marine Resources Center (now the NC Aquarium) at Fort Fisher. In 1980, Harold helped to establish the SURF Project at UNCW, which later became part of the Marine Science Dept there. Harold also co-authored two books on oceanography: 101 Questions About the Ocean (1968) and 1001 Questions About the Ocean (1972), along with multiple published technical papers. Among his professional awards include recognition in American Men of Science. Harold retired in 1986 but continued to be actively involved in community service. Most importantly, Harold loved his wife, family and being involved in sports, church and community activities. He volunteered with Pop Warner Football and the Wilmington YMCA basketball league. He enjoyed music, sang in the choirs for over 50 years and loved playing his violin. Harold also served on the advisory board of the State Employees Credit Union. He constantly expressed how fortunate he was that God had blessed him with such a full life in work, family and community activities. Harold is survived by his loving wife Pauline; daughters, Linda Sevilla (Tampa, FL), Deborah Dubach (Boulder, CO) and Nancy Gower (Richmond, VA) and son, David Dubach (Raleigh, NC). He has five grandchildren, Kira Headrick, Casey and Austin Gower, and Matthew and Anna Wesley Dubach. Funeral Services were conducted at Wrightsboro UMC on Saturday Aug 24th at 11am with Pastor Jerry Jackson and Associate Pastor Lynn Wall officiating. Graveside services following at Oleander Memorial Gardens with Military Honors conducted by the American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard.
Ira McCure Taylor, Jr. 76, passed away Monday, August 5, 2013. Ira was born on June 17, 1937 to the late Ira and Mattie Taylor in Lyons Kansas. He retired from the U.S. Air Force Air Weather Service and the NOAA/National Climatic Data Center. He was a veteran of Vietnam and attended Seacoast Church. He was President of the Air Force Sergeants Assoc., Commander of VFW Post 9939 and a member of the Buncombe County Veterans Council. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sheila Kay Taylor; one son, Mark Taylor and his wife Oksana and two grandchildren. A celebration of life service was held on August 9, 2013 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian with military honors and Pastor Alex Johnson officiating. Donations may be made to ABCCM Veterans Shelter, 1329 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805.
Donald R. Hawkes passed away on July 10, 2013, at age 93 in Victor, NY. He was predeceased by his son, Thomas. Donald is survived by his wife, Madeleine; son, John (Donna) of Fairport; and grandchildren, Emmett and Maddy Hawkes. He was an Air Weather Association member, a retired National Weather Service meteorologist, and a proud former Eighth Air Force Weather Observer (he served in England in World War II). Donald's funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick's Church, 115 Maple Ave., Victor, NY. Interment was in St. Patrick's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Thomas Hawkes Memorial Scholarship, c/o Victor Central School, 953 High St., Victor, NY 14564.
Marjorie L. Wylie Hanes, 82, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2013, at home in Benbrook TX. Burial: Laurel Land Memorial Park of Fort Worth. Marjorie was born on Feb. 10, 1931, in McDonald, Ohio, to her parents, George Wylie and Julie Osgood Wylie. She was the second of three children. She attended Boardman High School and graduated in 1949. She married Lawrence Hanes in Omaha, Neb., on Nov. 1, 1953 while serving in the USAF Air Weather Service. She was a resident of Benbrook TX for 42 years. Marjorie was a member of the American Legion Post 655, VFW Women's Auxiliary Post 5617, the Air Weather Association and "The Wednesday Wild Bunch." She enjoyed spending time and laughter with her family, those near and far. Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents, George and Julia Wylie; her husband, Lawrence Hanes; and beloved companion, Donald Lavender. Survivors: Loving children, Cindy Quillen, and Patty Hussong and husband, Kenneth; grandchildren, Kenna Hussong and Brendon Hussong; brother, Leon Wylie and wife, Nancy; sister, Deanna Balsinger and husband, Dave. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dfw/obituary.aspx?pid=165685123#sthash.94WIcnGy.dpuf
Robert Adam Schlidt, "Bob" Died in peace at his home on Lake Keesus, WI June 24, 2013, at the age of 75. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Jean (Jeanette Jung), children Diana (Steven) Susa, Debra Ragan (fiancé Robert Krier), Robert (Cindy), Joseph (Katy) and Donald (Karen); grandchildren Elizabeth (Dorman) Gill, Kate, Mary and Adam Susa, Eric, Timothy, Brian, Kevin, Matthew, Joseph and Adam Schlidt; great-granddaughter Pearl Gill. Brothers Norbert (Roberta) and Richard (Nina); sister-in-law Joann Weise and brother-in-law Jerome (Betty) Jung and many other relatives and friends. Bob was proud to serve in the U.S. Air Force and had a 40 year career in banking retiring as Vice President, Regional Sales for Associated Bank. He loved the outdoors and traveling with his wife. He was a hunter, fisherman, scuba diver, sailor, wood carver, and Boy Scout leader. He was happiest when he was with his family and when he was "Captain" of his pontoon boat. He will be remembered and missed by all he loved and who had the pleasure of knowing him. A profound thank you to his many health care providers at the Milwaukee VA Hospital, to his caregivers from Lending Hands Healthcare and Allay Hospice and to his personal "guardian angel" for the past 4 years, Jeff Bula. Visitation was held July 1, 2013 at Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Church in North Lake on Hwy 83 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial.
Allen, Ralph W. Lt Col USAF (Ret.) Age 96, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at Sherwood Oaks Retirement Community, Cranberry Township, PA. Born January 23, 1917 in Coraopolis, PA he was the son of the late Harvey and Ida (Farrell) Allen. He married Louise Kellum on December 15, 1945 in Cincinnati, OH. They resided in Mt. Lebanon for 30 years before moving to Sherwood Oaks in 1985. His beloved Louise preceded him in death on October 29, 2005. Ralph received his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati and his Master of Science in Meteorology from California Institute of Technology. Ralph proudly served during World War II in the 3rd Air Division of the 8th Air Force Weather Headquarters in England, Elveden Hall. After 34 years of service, Lieutenant Colonel Ralph W. Allen honorably retired from the United States Air Force in 1977. Following WWII, he was employed at Alling & Cory in Pittsburgh until retirement in 1982. He is survived by his son, David B. Allen (Sandra); his daughter, Margaret A. "Peg" Rychcik (Rev. Dr. Joseph); five grandchildren, Holly Cook (Stephen), David S. Allen, Jennifer May (Charles), Philip Rychcik (Charissa), and Mark Rychcik; two great-grandchildren, Shawn and Emma Cook; his brother-in-law, Lee Kellum (Ruth); his niece, Linda Smith; and his nephew, Richard Kellum. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Margaret Allen; his brother and sister-in-law, Junius F. and Zella Allen; and a nephew, James M. Allen (Gayle). Ralph was laid to rest with military honors on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Jefferson Memorial Park, 401 Curry Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. A memorial service was held in celebration of Ralph's life at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, 2013, in the Auditorium at Sherwood Oaks Retirement Community, 100 Norman Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066, with Rev. Dr. Daniel M. Corll and Rev. Dr. Joseph S. Rychcik, officiating. If desired, memorial contributions may be made in Ralph's honor to the Sherwood Oaks Resident Association, 100 Norman Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066, or the Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church, 670 Pleasant Hills Road, Wexford, PA 15090.
Longtime Big Springs resident Edward G. Vrable died on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Madrone Hospice House in Yreka. He was 89 years old. Ed was born in Pennsylvania to John and Elizabeth Vrable. As a young man, he joined the military and was a navigator in the European Theater during World War II. After the war, he remained in the Air Force and went on to become a master navigator where, in the span of his career, he logged nearly 7,000 flying hours. He achieved the rank of major and retired after 20 years of service. During his career with the U.S. Air Force, Ed became a member of the famed Hurricane Hunters Squadron in Bermuda. On one of his hurricane missions the flight crew was joined by CBS newsman Edward R. Murrow and his television crew to film an actual penetration of a storm for the See It Now show in 1954. Ed and his family moved to Siskiyou County in the early 1970s. Ed loved the wide open spaces and the view of Mt. Shasta. He also loved his Pittsburg Steelers and reading the financial papers. Ed is survived by his son Ed Vrable Jr., his daughter Joanne Moreno, his brother John Vrable of Arizona, his grandson Jesse Pereira and his great- granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Margaret Vrable. Interment with military honors will be held on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 1 p.m. at the Eagle Point National Cemetery in Eagle Point, Ore. Girdner Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Col. Bernard (Barney) Pusin, USAF (Ret.), born June 29, 1916, passed away peacefully Friday, April 11, 2014. Barney was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and grew up there after spending his early years in Powers Lake, North Dakota, and a short time in Long Beach, California. He thoroughly enjoyed his military career with the Air Weather Service, where he served in and commanded many squadrons including the 6th Weather Squadron (mobile). He retired in Austin, TX as the 25th Weather Squadron Commander in 1974. He also served in Korea and such exotic locations as Kapingamarangi, Micronesia, and Enewetak, Pacific Ocean. He moved to San Antonio 4 years ago, settling in at Air Force Village, where he and Elinor benefited from tremendous services and care. Retirement has been well spent with family and travel, and spiritual time within the Jewish communities. Both in service to his country and as a family man, he was a "true hero" who will be celebrated and kept alive in our memories. Barney recently lost his wife, Elinor, with whom he shared the past 21 years. He was preceded in death by his previous wife, Brita, his son Steven, brother, Herman Pusin, and sister, Minn Sidley. Barney is survived by his daughter, Barbara (John) DeLoach; Elinor's daughter Linda (Lew) Barnett; Elinor's son, Steven Golding and grandson, David Golding; Barney's nephews and niece, Norman (Carol) Sidley, Michael (Sharon) Pusin, and Marla (Merle) Levitt; and other beloved friends and relatives. A Graveside Service was held on April 17, 2014, at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Condolences may be offered at www.sunsetfuneralhomesa.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either Congregation Beth Am, P.O. Box 780304, San Antonio, TX, 78278-0304, or Congregation Beth El, 8902 Mesa Drive, Austin, TX, 78759.
Col.Charles K. Nevins, Every day he woke up was a good day. Not one to sit still, he played his harmonica for family and friends the day before he passed. He boasted of his long happy marriage of 65 years and his blessed family which he called the most important thing. Charles K. Nevins, 95, Overland Park, KS reunited with his beloved wife, Evelyn on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Park Meadows Senior Living surrounded by loving family. Born Casriel Neviasky on March 31, 1917 in New York City, Chuck lived most of his adult life in Overland Park where he was active in community and church. He volunteered at SM Medical Center, the Village Food Pantry and was a deacon at Countryside Christian Church. His hobbies included travel, photography, folk dancing and playing his harmonica for pleasure and entertainment. He served in the US Army Air Corps in WWII and subsequently worked as a hydrologist responsible for flood control in the River Forecast Center of the US Weather Service. He was honored with a silver medal of commendation and voted outstanding forecaster by industry peers. He is preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn. He is survived by his children, Duane Nevins, Baldwin City, Ks, Ken (Betty) Nevins, Merriam, Ks. Charlene (Curtis) Cage, Lakeville, Mn. Marlys (John) Fitzsimmons, Lenexa, Ks. Laurel (Mark) Green, Shawnee, KS. 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 30 at the Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Village Church Food Pantry. Online condolences can be expressed at www.amosfamily.com.
Herbert Appleman, 95, of Urbana, IL passed away at 1:45 p.m. Thursday (Feb. 21, 2013) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Mr. Appleman was born April 24, 1917, in St. Louis, Mo., to parents Milo and Emma (Faust) Appleman. He married Jane Barber April 23, 1949 in Flossmoor. She preceded him in death on April 1, 1972. Survivors include sons, John Appleman (Diane) of Rochester, N.Y., James Appleman of Grayslake, David Appleman (Sandie) of Decatur, Donald Appleman (Melody) of Bement; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents, six siblings and one half-sibling. Mr. Appleman was raised in Belleville until he and his family moved to Urbana, where he graduated from high school. He received his degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Illinois in 1940. In 1941, Herbert took a position at Chanute Army Air Force Base, teaching aircraft engineering systems. With a strong desire to serve his country during the Second World War, he enlisted in the United States Air Force Meteorology Cadet Program. This began his meteorology career that took him to various locations, including New Mexico, Saipan, Oahu and Germany. After their return from Germany in 1958, Herbert and his family set their roots in Lebanon, IL. Mr. Appleman retired to Urbana in 1973. Mr. Appleman loved his family dearly, and especially cared for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made in Herbert's honor to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
William W. Harra, CMSGT U.S. Air Force, Ret., 73, of Trenton IL, died Saturday, January 26, 2013 at Clare Bridge of Carmel, Carmel, IN. Chief Harra was born April 29, 1939 in Kansas City, KS to Kenwood and Ollie (Allen) Harra; they preceded him in death. He married Mary Sandra on July 29, 1961 in Kansas City, KS; she survives in Trenton, IL. Also surviving is a daughter Angela (Jon) Hensley of Indianapolis, IN; 2 grandchildren, Austin William Hensley and Samantha Nicole Hensley; brothers, Keith Lee Harra of Lamar, MO and Terry (Faye) Harra of Grandview, MO; a sister, Una (George) Brzon of Prairie Village, KS. William retired from Scott Air Force Base as a Chief Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force (1957-1989) and later worked as an Associate in the Men's Department at JC Penny in Fairview Heights. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Moss Funeral Home in Trenton, IL. Interment will full military honors will take place in Trenton Cemetery, Trenton, IL. Memorials can be made to the donor's choice.
Mary Kathryn Accola (spouse of Col USAF (Ret) Jake Accola and Mother of Col USAF (Ret) Tom Accola, was born December 13, 1922 in Swansea, S.C. She passed away January 10, 2013 at her home in Colorado Springs. She was the first child of parents Walter Derrick and Linnie (Bachman) Derrick. She attended grade school and high school in Swansea until her senior year, graduating from Columbia High School in Columbia, S.C., in 1938. In 1942 she graduated from Columbia College in Columbia and thereafter taught at Brooklyn-Cayce Grammar School in West Columbia for three years until her marriage to Jacob (Jake) Accola on Aug. 9, 1946. To the union were born three children: Tom in 1947, and twins John and Robin in 1950. During a 25-year military tenure, the family enjoyed tours in Illinois, California, England, Nebraska, Hawaii and Illinois. It was from Scott Air Force Base, IL that the family retired to Colorado Springs in 1971, primarily because of the medical and athletic facilities available at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Throughout her adult years, Mary was active in officer wives' activities including gardening and pottery. After retirement, she developed an interest in politics and served as a precinct committeewoman in the Republican Party for many years. She was an active member of the Colorado Springs Garden Club and never failed to win prizes with her flower entries in community and county competitions. She enjoyed playing all forms of bridge. She is preceded in death by son John Accola; sister Miriam Beversdorf; brother Walter; and brother-in-law Robert Accola and wife Olga. Surviving are her husband Jake, son Tom and wife Brenda, daughter Robin, John's widow, Marlene, and five grandchildren: Tom's sons TJ and Paul, Robin's daughters Mary and Elizabeth, John and Marlene's son Jacob; and Marlene's children from a previous marriage, Brian and Andrea Joslyn. Interment was at the Accola family plot at the cemetery in Cedaredge, CO. Son Tom adds: A Southern Belle from Columbia, SC, Mary met Jake, on a blind date arranged by Nolan Herndon, a fellow navigator whom Jake met when he was assigned to the 'Doolittle's Raiders' unit after the famous raid. Herndon was on the B-25 that ended up landing in Vladivostok (vs crash-landing in occupied China like the other Raiders) following the famous 1942 Tokyo attack. The result was a 66-year love affair that was filled with much adventure, many dear friends.....and.....my brother John, my sister Robin, and.....me! Some of our more senior ROWF members will remember Mom for her smile, sense of humor, hospitality, bridge-playing talents and many other fine qualities. Thanks much to those that have expressed their condolences via cards, letters, and visits.....they have really sustained Dad during this traumatic time.
Crowe, Lorraine Geraldine Bitz, age 90, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was born October 5, 1922 in Brady MT. Lorraine graduated from Brady High School in 1939 as Valedictorian. She received a Civil Service appointment to the Veterans Administration in Washington, DC. In 1944 Lorraine enlisted in the WACS and served as secretary to the colonel, chief of the War Crimes Group in Wiesbaden, Germany, earning a Bronze Star. Following her military service, she was secretary to the General Manager of American Fruit Growers in Los Angeles, CA. In California, she met Herbert C. Crowe and they were married on July 19, 1952. They lived in Great Falls, MT, Minneapolis, MN, Cincinnati, OH, and ended up in Dallas, TX in 1971. Lorraine was interested in oil painting and water color and was an avid bridge player and teacher as well as being a voracious reader. She received her Associate's Degree in 1983, showing a lifelong love of learning. Lorraine is preceded in death by her parents, Sebastian and Sophia Bitz; her brother, Melvin Bitz; her sister, Leona Fuhrer and her son-in-law, Don Armstrong. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Herbert Crowe (veteran of AWS and an AWA member); daughter, Yvonne Armstrong; son, Jeff Crowe; sister, Katherine Forsman; nieces, Connie Skiftun and Thelma McKay (Norlis); nephews, David Forsman (Gay) and Richard Fuhrer (Judy); and many great nieces and nephews. Services were held Thursday, January 10 at 12:30 in the Wildwood Chapel at Restland Funeral Home and Cemetery, 9920 Restland Road, Dallas TX. Memorials may be made to the Greater Lakewood Shepherd Center, 6306 Kenwood Ave, Dallas, TX 75214.