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RIDENOUR, Richard Z.,
73,
'Dick',
of Hagerstown, Maryland passed away on
October 17,
2011 at
the Martinsburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center.Dick was born on September 21, 1938 in Hagerstown, and served in the United States Air Force on St. Lawrence Island, Alaska in 1957. And then with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany on Able Flight from 1958-1960. Leaving the Air Force, He worked in the sales and service department at Shank Surge in Hagerstown, and previously was a plumber with Fridinger and Ritchie, also in Hagerstown. Richard was a member of the Hagerstown Bible Church as well as the North American Rod and Gun Club. He was preceded in death by his wife Norma J. (Carbaugh) Ridenour. Survivors include his daughter, Tanya Ridenour-ten Hoope and husband Henk of Hagerstown; two sisters: Diane E. McDaid of Hagerstown; Linda C. Mikus of Keedysville and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Richard's name to Hagerstown Bible Church, 203 Summit Ave., Hagerstown, MD 21740. |
SCHWENSOHN, Herbert Roger
"Herb" "Roger",
77
passed away on November 23,
2011 in
the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota area.
S/Sgt Schwensohn enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served at several USAFSS units for about 15 years, including Chicksands, England; Anchorage, Alaska; and San Antonio, Texas before a health condition ended his military career early. Herb served with the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany and was assigned to the Morse Section of Charlie Flight from 1956-1959. He also worked for the Corps of Engineers in the Dakotas; for the Air force at the SAC BAse in Grand Forks, North Dakota and for the Bureau of Indian Affairs in Minneapolis, MN. Herb is survived by his wife Brenda and son Carl. |
HANOUSEK, William 'Bill', 82, passed away on December 21,
2011.
He was born on August 23, 1928 in St. Paul, Minnesota, and attended St.
Thomas military Academy and also the University of Notre Dame. He attended
the University of Minnesota where he met his future wife: Gladys.He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1962 where he served in Topeka, Kansas for two years. Bill married Gladys in 1954 and they were transferred to Bremerhaven, Germany where he served in the 7011th Personnel Processing Squadron until 1955. They traveled extensively in Europe. Returning to the USA, they settled at Palm Desert, California where he worked as a building superintendent. He also built the Pavilion Lodge Hotel on Catalina Island. In 1958 he purchased Poolquip and in 1963 started Master Pools & Spas. He was also a founding member of the Master Pools Guild. Bill is survived by his wife Gladys of Palm Desert, CA; sons: Bill Hanousek (Bobbie) of La Quinta, CA; Jim Hanousek (Kristi) of LaQuinta, CA; Steve Hanousek (Linda) of Indio, CA; sister, Jean Hanousek Martin of Palm Desert and four grandsons: James, Chad, Robert and Austin. Funeral Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Church; 43-775 Deep Canyon Rd.; Palm Desert, CA 92260 on Tuesday, January 4, 2012 at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations made to the following charities: Martha's Village & Kitchen and the Coachella Valley Rescue Mission of Indio. |
MURNIN, John Joseph, 82,
passed away on December 16,
2011,
with his wife of 31 years, Darlene, by his side. John had
pancreatic cancer for the past year, and died at the Incarnate Word
Residence Home.He was born on May 12, 1929 in Moberly, Missouri and raised in Mexico, Missouri. (He was a thrifty child of the Depression). He was educated in Mexico, MO where he was an altar boy and an Eagle Scout. He received his degree in electrical engineering from St. Louis University and joined the Air Force. He rose through the ranks from 2nd Lt. to retire as a Lt. Colonel. His international travels began in Korea, where he assisted a Catholic priest in organizing a home for abandoned boys from Seoul. John and a group of Air Force officers built an orphanage home for the boys and supported and maintained contact with this orphanage until he died. He also was stationed in England, Ohio, Maryland, Washington D.C., Illinois and Texas. John served at Bremerhaven, Germany on Dog Flight from 1955-58. While in Germany, he and his wife adopted a child. In the 1970s he was stationed at a radar research facility on the east coast of England. After it closed, John stayed on until each one of his crew members found jobs or appointments either civilian or military. After his military retirement, he worked as a project manager and Clerk of the Words for the Lytle, TX School District under a federal grant to build an elementary school. He also volunteered for the Bexar County Democratic Party creating a lively and functional Democrat headquarters for four years. John also supported many charities (including Common Cause) and civil rights organizations with his generosity of time and money. John is survived by his wife, Darlene Clements Murnin; his children: Wendy Sanders (Weege), Brendan Murnin (Terri), Patrick Murnin (Irene), Julie Bartlett (Bob) and Crissie Murnin; and step-children Jim and Patricia Clements. Visitation December 26 at 6 PM; Rosary at 7PM at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church; 600 Oblate. Funeral Mass is Tuesday December 27 at 10:00 AM at Blessed Sacrament and burial at Fort Sam Houston national Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to a charity of your choice. |
BENNER, George Louis 77, passed away on 25 October
2011
in Sun City West, Arizona. Born in Hastings, Nebraska, George was the
son of Louis and Darlene Benner.George served as a Traffic Analyst (202) in the T/A Section of the Operations Division. Easy Flight of the 41st RSM in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1954-1955, working straight swings. Leaving Bremerhaven, he earned his college degree at Hastings College and then worked for Northern Natural Gas in Omaha, and some of its subsidiaries. George became a Master Mason in the Hastings Lodge A.F. & A.M. in 1961. He retired in 1985, as the Manager of Internal Audit, and selected Sun City West, Arizona as his retirement home in 1987, where he enjoyed golf, silver-crafting, and lapidary with his friends over the years. In 1992 he became involved in lapidary and in the Toy-ki Silvercraft Club in Sun City West, Arizona. He later learned Intarsia (An art or technique of decorating a surface with inlaid patterns, especially of wood mosaic), and made several pieces:
He also taught other members of the Johnson Lapidary Club all about Itarsia. George won several blue ribbons at the Arizona State Fair for his lapidary arts, as well as the Martin Koning Award Outstanding Lapidary Exhibit. He was also recognized by Rock and Gem magazine as Craftsman of the Month. Mr. Benner is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Colleen and Kelvin Moore; son, Ron Benner; sister; Jean Hurst; nephews: Jim and David Hurst: Niece Ellen Caldwell; close friend: Fran Grice, and many friends whose lives he touched along his journey. Donations may be made, in his memory, to the Shriners Hospitals for Children: www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org or the American Cancer Society: www.cancer.org |
  
SMITH, John Lattie
'Smitty',
72,
passed away in Dallas, Texas on 06 October,
2011.
Some remember another nickname: "Burger-Meister Schmidt".He was born in Winters, Texas on January 2, 1939. Smitty served in the U.S. Air Force Security Service, 6913th RSM as a Morse operator on Charlie flight in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1962-64. He also served on Easy and Able. Prior to arriving in Bremerhaven in 1961, he served as a Morse operator in Turkey. He married Hannelore in Bremerhaven in 1964 and left the USAF in 1968. His wife died a few years ago... After his tour in the Air Force, John worked for a year at Vought Aircraft Company, and following a layoff went to work for Southwest Bell Telephone/AT&T from which he retired. He is survived by his son: Michael Smith and wife Lee; Granddaughter Savannah Wood; Great-Granddaughter Haven Thomas; 1 sister, Margaret Smith and Step-Mother Ruby Smith. Visitation (2:00-2:30 PM) - Funeral 3:00 PM- Saturday October 15, 2011 - Restland Funeral Home; 13005 Greenville Avel; Dallas, TX
John, Rick Kozik and Gabriel Babin 3 friends whose wives were all from Bremerhaven: |
HEISLER, Dale P., 68,
passed away on 02 October,
2011
at La Porte, Indiana. He was born on August 4, 1943 in Michigan City,
Indiana.Mr. Heisler was employed as a foreman for Bethlehem Steel corporation for over 35 years until his retirement in 2000. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6813th R.S.M. on Baker Flight from 1962 to 1964. He married Edith M. Heesemann in Michigan City, IN on July 10, 1965. Dale is survived by his wife Edith, and two sons: Troy (Nancy) Heisler of Savannah, TN and Michael (Stephanie) Heisler of Michigan City; four grandchildren and one brother: Richard Heisler of Michigan City. There were no services and cremation is planned. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.LakeviewFHC.com Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38051. Good Friends joining the Air Force together.... Air Force Tech School (1962)Graduation...
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SHIELDS, Gerald Joseph Sr.
' Jerry' 'Jake' 78,
passed away on 06 September
2011
at Metairie, Louisiana. Gerald was a Veteran of the Korean War and also served with the 41st RSM in the United States Air Force Security Service on Baker flight in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1953-56. He was the Grand Knight of Marion Council 3923 and an Honorary Life Member. Mr. Shields is survived by his wife, Idalmi and sons: Gerald J. Shields, Jr. (wife, Guili), Alexander P. Shields (wife Zenaida) and Derek R. Shields, two sisters: Patricia Miller DiGeorge, and Jane Weisfeld Furse, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to St. Francis Animal Sanctuary; Attn: Pam Perez,; #97 Obed Magee Rd; Tylertown, MS 39667. |
HAGLE, Willis Robert 'Bill' 66,
passed away on 12 August
2011
in Pittsburg, California. Bill was born in Gary, Indiana. After
graduating from Lowell High School he worked as a disc jockey for a
short time before joining the Air Force in 1965.Bill served as a Morse Intercept Operator on Dog Flight of the 6913th in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1965-1967 when the 6913th was deactivated. He continued to serve at Bremerhaven with the newly activated Detachment of the 6950th Security Wing, which replaced the 6913th. He served as advisor to Navy personnel from July 1967 until he lost his security clearance in 1968 when he married a local Bremerhavener. His last duty was at Carswell AFB, Fort Worth, Texas. After the service Bill worked for the FBI until his retirement in 2002 after 33 years.
His greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife Mary, and their 6 daughters: Sylvia (Grant) Spilman, Andrea (Ken) Caton, Patricia (David) Pilkington, Danielle (Ben) Wright, Kristine (Jeff) Shankle, Valerie (David) Smith; 14 grandchildren: Jeffrey Jr., Morgan, Brittany, Kasey, Kylie, Kayla, Ryan, Emily, Caitlin, Jack, Kellie, Daniel, Julia and Calvin. He also leaves his siblings: George (Connie), Patricia (Kenny), Sandra (Jack), Darlene, Shirley (Louie); and 12 nieces and nephews. He touched many lives with his strength and courage, his patience and compassion, his optimism and humor. No matter what life dealt him he remained strong in his faith. Friends and family remember his smile, his 'thumbs up', and his whispered 'I love you'. Private interment was held at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery with Military Honors and donations may be made in his memory to the John Muir Pulmonary Rehab Program; 2720 Grant St.; Concord, CA or to the charity of your choice. |
  ELLINGSON,
James Albert 'Eli' 72, passed away on
28 August,
2011
at his home in Wylie Texas. He was born in San Francisco, CA on July 27,
1939. Jim was stationed at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1959 to 1963 where he served his country in the United States Air Force Security Service as a 202 Analyst on Charlie flight. After earning a B.A. Degree, Jim spent over 25 years in the banking industry as a Loan Manager at Bank of America and a Vice President at Bank One. James married Elizabeth Conrad Green on April 4, 1984 in Paducah, KY and lived in the Plano and Wylie, Texas area for the past 20 years. Jim was a member of the Presbyterian Church and enjoyed golf, bridge and various sports. Mr. Ellingson is survived by his wife, Liz Ellingson of Wylie, TX, sister Gloria Thomas of Willits, CA and brother Donald Ellingson of Lincoln, CA. |
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MACKLEY, Arthur E. 75,
passed away on 2 August
2011
in Deer River, Minnesota. Art was born on 01 September 1935 in Grand
Rapids, MN, and was raised in Suomi, MN. He graduated from Deer River
H.S. in 1953, and joined the Air Force in 1954. Art was assigned to Charlie Flight of the 6913th RSM in Bremerhaven, Germany and worked as a Morse intercept operator from 1956 to 1959. After separation from the Air Force Art graduated from an electronics school and worked in the Erie Mines, Montgomery Ward, Honeywell, Art's TV Shop and Great Lakes Gas. Before he retired, he worked for 25 years for a natural gas pipeline company in the Duluth, MN area. Preceded in death by his wife, Lois, Art is survived by five children: Renee (Dan) Adams of Colorado Springs, CO; Barry Mackley of St. Paul, MN; William (Val) Mackley of Grand Rapids, MN; Ellie (Jeff) Hall of Wrenshall, MN; and Carol (Doug Ries) Mackley of St. Paul Park, MN; seven grand children: Scott Adams, Alissa (Matthew) Anderson, Amber (Andrew) Harrell, Joshua Hall, Briana Hall, Jacob (Jessica) Mackley, Shawna Mackley, Leonard (JoAnne) Mackley, Gary Mackley, and Barbara (Alvin) Herr; three brothers-in-law: Gust Saari, Aro Matt Saari and Robert Cartwright, and many nieces and nephews. Burial was at Suomi Lutheran Church, Suomi, MN. |
HUGHES, Charles
'Chuck'
B. 74,
passed away in Ocala, Florida on July 24,
2011.
Born on March 20, 1937 in Miami, FL and moved to Ocala from
Newcomerstown, OH in 1972.He served in the USAF at Bremerhaven, Germany with the 6913th RSM. He was on Charlie Flight as a radio intercept operator from 1956-58. He was employed in the wood industries in a variety of managerial capacities throughout his working career. After retiring from the lumber business he spent six years with the Marion County Sheriff Department as a C.A. He enjoyed a lifetime of outdoor recreation: fishing, camping, photography, mountains and traveling the countryside with his best friend and wife, Linda during their retirement. Chuck was a lifetime member of the Elks and DAV #149. (Disabled American Veterans) His retirement years were busy volunteering at MRMC (Monroe County Medical Center) and with the Friends of the Silver River State Park. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, LINDA Hughes and their children: daughter Susan (Mike) Wincek of Summerfield, FL; son Barry Hughes of Coburg, OR and two grandchildren: Chuck Wincek of Summerfield, and Melissa Wincek of Fayette, MO. Donations in his memory may be sent to Druid Hills Methodist Church in lieu of flowers. |
 
THOMAS, Thurman 'Tom' 81,
passed away on July 19,
2011.
Tom was born to Lucia M. Ross and Thurman C. Thomas in Toledo, OH on
April 20, 1930. He moved to Sacramento and joined the armed forces in
1947. A Korean War veteran, Tom flew Med Evac with MASH and combat cargo
with troop carriers.Tom served in the T/E section of Able flight in Bremerhaven, Germany and was assigned to Dog Flight in 1957-58, when he took over the job of TE Controller on Able and was promoted to T/Sgt. He and his wife Pat left Bremerhaven in 1960, and he retired in 1968. He married Delores P. (Pat) Velie in 1952 at Brookley AFB, Mobile, Alabama. His residences include Maryland, California, Florida, Texas and finally settling in Washington state at Whidbey Island in 1988. Tom is survived by his wife of 58 years, Pat, and four sons and their wives: Steve and Cathy Thomas of Mukiteo, WA; Mike and Kym Thomas of Chino Hills, CA; Joe and Gerri Thomas of Memphis, TN; Rob and Kathy Thomas of Concrete, WA. Also surviving are 14 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, a sister and brother , and many cousins. Memorials may be made to "Gideons for Bibles" in memory Thurman R. Thomas. |
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HINKLE, Arnin W. 75,
passed away on May 30,
2011.
Born and raised in Pottsville, PA, his last address was in Silver Spring,
MD. Arnin served as a Morse Intercept Operator on Charlie flight in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1954-1957. Leaving Bremerhaven, he was an instructor at Keesler AFB. In 1968 he worked for NSA until his retirement in 1990. Mr. Hinkle is survived by his wife, Virginia, two daughters and grandchildren. |
BOYER, Roy Lynn
'Denny',
78,
of Chester, VA passed away on March 10,
2011.
after a long battle with bladder cancer. he was born in Dickerson Ron,
Pennsylvania. He was a graduate of West Virginia University with a degree
in Forestry.Denny joined the Air Force during the Korean War, and also served at Bremerhaven, Germany in 1955-56 and was on the 1955-56 Baker Trick softball team. He was the owner of AB Appraisals Inc. and was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1472. He enjoyed golf and was a member of the Colonial Heights Senior Golfing Association. Roy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who had many friends. He is survived by his wife of over 52 years, Alice Boyer and his children Jeffrey Boyer; Kevin Boyer and his wife Cindy, of Chester; and daughter Michele Cobb and her husband Mike of Prince George; and grandchildren Adam Boyer, Shannon Boyer, Ryan Boyer and Ben Barbour. Memorial contributions may be made to the VCU Massey Cancer Center Development Office; P.O. Box 980214; Richmond, Virginia 23298-0214 |
 
MacDONALD, Bryce W. 'Mac', 76,
of Pawleys Island,
South Carolina, passed away on March 14,
2011 four
days before his 77th birthday. Mac is survived by his beloved wife,
Mary Ann, and three children: Steve and his wife Jackie of
Franklin, New Hampshire; Lana Dearborn of Tilton, NH; and
Michael and his wife Debbie of Oklahoma; seven grandchildren, and
three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two stepchildren and
five step-grandchildren.Mr. MacDonald was born March 18, 1934, in Lincoln, New Hampshire. He graduated from Franklin High School and then enlisted in the Air Force until his retirement in 1973. He served in the Air Force Security Service and spent most of his 20 years outside of the United States. In 1970, his plane was shot down in Vietnam and Mac was the sole survivor of his crew of five.
After retiring from the military, Mac was a building contractor for the next 33 years, arriving in Pawleys Island, SC in 1993 and continued to build homes in Tradition Community of Pawleys Island. It was at that time Mr. MacDonald met his wife, Mary Ann, while building a home across the street from her. They were married in Precious Blood of Christ Church by Father Patrick Stenson. Burial will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia where Mac will join his buddies who gave their lives for our country. In lieu of flowers, Mac's request is to send donations to Father Pat's Kitchen; 1633 Waverly Road; Pawleys Island, SC 29585; or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; 501 St. Jude Place; Memphis, Tennessee 38105. Click HERE For a Special Tribute!
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 METTS,
Earl Allen, 70,
passed away on February 28,
2011 in
San Antonio, TX. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Earl is survived by his wife Frances Boyle Metts; his
children Allison Metts Reichenau; Alan Metts and Alana Metts-Smith; a
sister, Sandy Metts Ritter, and five grandchildren. ;Earl spent 21 years active duty in the United States Air Force. He did his tours through Vietnam during that war, and had many other overseas tours served in the Air Force, including the 6913th RSM at Bremerhaven, Germany from 1960-62 on Able Flight.
His next career began at Brooks Air Force Base
working on the Air Force Health Study project, Ranch Hand II, and served
in this capacity as a Civil servant. He completed that study, by serving
another 23 years in government service. Earl was a Mason and lodge member, and a Shriner, and participated in the Patrol unit in support of his local temple.
Earl and Frances were known widely across the great
state of Texas, and the nation, and were frequent participators in
exhibitions of dance in the form of Clogging and were members of the
international traveling group, the Cadence Cloggers. |
RANSOM, Lavene G., 81,
passed away on February 10,
2011 in
Plano, Texas. Mr. Ransom was born on July 25, 1929 in Denmark, Arkansas to
Ira Boyd Ransom and Jennie Bell Millikin.
Lavene enlisted in the Air Force in 1952, and served at Bremerhaven, with the 41st RSM, "D" Trick, from May, 1953 to November 1954, then at march AFB, California, where he completed another 18-month tour and separated from the Air Force in 1956. He was married to Eduth Mae Clark in 1952 and spent a career in the banking business. He loved fishing, hunting, traveling, and being around people. He became a Christian in 1999 and was a member of Spring Creek Church of Christ in Plano, Texas. He is survived by his wife Eduth Mae; daughter Paula Kay Kendall and son-in-law Michael Kendall of Plano, TX; and 15 nieces and nephews. ----------------------- Here's a fun story that was sent by Lavene's daughter, Paula:---------------------
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 BACHMAN,
Royal Victor, 89,
passed away on January 19,
2011.
Royal was born in Santa Ana, California on July 18,1921, and grew up in
Placerville CA where he had his first job as a postman. He then joined the
Army Air Corps and served as an aircraft radio operator in the South
Pacific during WWII.After the war, Bachman returned to Santa Ana for college and met his wife, Marilyn Willis. He reenlisted in the US Air force, which took his family across the world from Bremerhaven, Germany (1956-59), to Peshawar, Pakistan; from Taipei, Taiwan; to Misawa, Japan. A lover of music, he conducted the chancel choirs at several Air Force Base Chapels while his wife played the organ. Bachman was a veteran of WWII and the Korean Conflict and he retired after 26 years as a Senior Master Sergeant. Arts and community defined Bachman's retirement years in San Antonio, Texas and San Diego, California and finally in Shreveport, Louisiana since 1999. he became an expert bread maker, conducted extensive genealogical research, and crafted beautiful needlepoint pieces. He made intricate Christmas stockings for most of his grandchildren. He loved Bible study and worshipped in a local Disciples of Christ Church wherever he lived, having a special fondness for Torres Pines Christian Church in LaJolla, California and Kings Highway Christian Church in Shreveport. He was preceded in death by his siblings; and his wife, Marilyn Ann Willis Bachman. He is survived by three daughters: Vicki Gilbreath of Shreveport, LA; Nancy Phifer Glass with husband Randy of Elysian Fields, TX; and Karen Bunjes with husband Karl of Kileen, TX. Also five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren: Jennifer Phifer Strange with husband Micah and sons Noel and Isaac, and Emily Phifer Menefee with husband Craig, all of Shreveport, LA; Loren Bunjes of Albuquerque, NM; and Andrew and Kristin Bunjes of Kileen, TX. Memorials may be made to King's Highway Christian Church in Shreveport, Louisiana. |
 ENGELBRECHT, John, 77,
of New Haven, Missouri passed away on February 7,
2011 at
St. John's Mercy Hospital, Washington, MO. Mr. Engelbrecht was born in
Stony Hill, Missouri on October 12, 1933, the son of the late Theodore E.
and Frieda (Obermann) Engelbrecht.He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra (Rodgers) Engelbrecht; a daughter Laurie Steinbeck and husband Rick of Hermann, MO, son Dave Engelbrecht and wife Jodi of New Haven, MO; two sisters Mary Ann Carey and husband Joe of Maryland Heights, MO, and Frieda Carey of New Haven, MO; a brother Teddy Engelbrecht and wife Geraldine of New Haven and four grandchildren Eli and Hannah Steinbeck of Hermann and Emma and Jacob Engelbrecht of New Haven. He is preceded in death by a grandson Justin Steinbeck. John proudly served in the USAF from 1953 to 1957, and was stationed in Bremerhaven, Germany from 1954 to 1957, after attending language school for German and Russian. He was a member of the New Haven American Legion. His employment after his military service included 20 years as a sales manager at Kellwood Company, and also at Marchem Coating Fabrics. He farmed his entire life and also worked for Toedtmann-Gross Funeral Home for over 15 years. Funeral services will be at St. Peter's United Church of Christ; New Haven, MO at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 12, 2011. Burial will be at St. Peter's Cemetery; New Haven, MO. with full military honors. |
INGRAM, S. (Shirley) Lee, 79,
passed away on January 23,
2011
in San Antonio, Texas. A gentle soul, beloved husband, father and "Bape"
retired from the USAF as Chief Master Sergeant after 27 years of service.
His military career included assignments in California, Illinois, San
Antonio, Germany and Thailand. He served in Personnel at Bremerhaven,
Germany from 1955-58.He was a member of St. Luke Catholic church and served as lecturer, Eucharist minister and usher. He was an active member of the Men's Club and served as chairman of the Wild Game dinner for many years. Lee was preceded in death by four brothers. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kathryn "Kay" Ingram; daughters, Kimberly Young and husband Randy; Mary Lee Weix and husband Jeff; Kristi Kepley and husband Jeff; sons Scott Ingram and wife Barbara; Brett Ingram and wife Francie; gandchildren Ryan Young, Kyle Young and wife Kelly; Britni Young, Elizabeth Morton and husband Andrew; John Weix and wife Laura; David Weix, Joshua Kepley, Jacob Kepley and wife Sarah; Kristopher Kepley, Sara Guerrero and husband Ludim; Joseph Ingram; Andrew Ingram; Anna Ingram; Mary Elizabeth Ingram; Blaine Ingram; Jeremy Ingram; Austin Ingram; Emily Ingram and Mary Kate Ingram. He is also survived by his sister, Fern Burkhardt in Dwight, IL. Interment will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors. His 12 grandsons will serve as pall bearers and the St. Luke Men's Club will serve as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Parkinson's Outreach Program; 19126 Stonehue; San Antonio, TX 78258. |
  
RAGSDALE, Francis 'Frank' C., 80,
passed away on January 6,
2011.
He was born on August 23, 1930. Frank is survived by his wife of 61 years
Doris; and daughters: Valerie Erlandson, Pamela
Wallin, and Kerry Gelhar and her husband, Steve; and grandson, Jordon.Frank and Doris were in Bremerhaven from 1953 to 1956. Frank courageously handled his lung cancer and died peacefully in his home state of Oregon. |
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