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ALLERUP, Kenneth Kenneth Allerup, age 92, of Roswell, Georgia, passed away on December 10, 2013. Mr. Allerup was born in Chicago, IL to Niels and Alice Allerup who preceded him in death, as did a brother Norman. Mr. Allerup is survived by his beloved wife Helga Allerup and a brother Peter, as well as his step children Claudia Sleep and Barbel Woodard, four grandsons and five great grandchildren. Mr. Allerup was a veteran of World War II and served as a Naval Aviator. Following the war, he remained in the Naval Reserve as an active member and retired from the Navy as a Commander. Mr. Allerup was an international airline pilot for Delta Airlines. He retired in 1981, having served over 30 years as a Captain. He loved his job very much and missed it throughout his retirement years. After his retirement, he and his wife Helga traveled the world. They enjoyed numerous cruises to destinations such as Australia, Singapore, the Panama Canal and many more. Mr. Allerup was always ready to seek out a new adventure. He will be terribly missed. Services and interment will be private.
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Boyd T Nickell
December 8, 2020
I still remember Ken with a great deal of respect and fondness. I hope the pilots that flew with me will do the same. RIP
Rosemary Lyall
January 13, 2014
I met Ken on a cruise. He was a true gentleman and so in love with his beloved Helga.
Jim Friedline
December 25, 2013
Ken was one of the best ever. I have many fond memories of trips we had. I have never known a better pilot and great companion.We always had fun even when the going got tough.
Mary Duke
December 24, 2013
I went to school with his daughter, Karen in Whitehaven, Tn. many years ago. My Dad, Joe Kelly, a retired Delta pilot, flew with him,too. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Mary Helen(Kelly)Duke
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Mel Shettle
December 18, 2013
I flew with Ken. He was a great guy.
Frank Morse
December 15, 2013
I flew with Kenny early in my career in ATL. A joy to fly with and an ace pilot.one of my best memories.
Bob Teasley
December 15, 2013
Kenny was a true gentleman both in and out of the cockpit. A real pleasure to fly with and a great mentor to a lot of younger pilots.
Bob Teasley
Boyd Nickell
December 15, 2013
I flew with Kenny many times. There was not a finer gentleman to be found. Our last encounter was at my retirement party in '99. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at his
passing. He will be greatly missed.
Boyd Nickell
Austin Mayfield
December 15, 2013
Kenny was an outstanding Delta captain and a role model for us junior pilots. He showed us how it should be done as well as making the trips with him a pleasure. Prayers for your family.
Doug Kasemeier
December 14, 2013
Kenny's affable personality made him a joy to be around. As mentioned by many others here, he was a professional many tried to emulate. His return after retirement to interview new pilot applicants speaks volumes about him.
A true gentleman and an honor to work with.
Anthony (Tony) Borra
December 14, 2013
Ken was a real Delta Professional - a role model and mentor to me as a new Delta pilot and He was a true Gentleman. I Always looked forward to crewing w/ Him.
Charles Devonshire
December 14, 2013
We will miss Kenny. Enjoyed our time at Lake Spivey and in the Naval Reserve
Jan Gorman
December 14, 2013
I always liked flying with Kenny. He was fun to fly with and a good Captain to his crew. I am sorry for your loss.
Bob Trogdon
December 14, 2013
Kenny was a good man and always fun to fly with. Our prayers are with the family.
Blessings,
Bob and Mary Trogdon
Jim Gardner
December 14, 2013
What a great guy to fly with. Kenny will be missed
Rich Papera
December 14, 2013
Kenny was great to fly with.We will miss him.
December 14, 2013
I flew co pilot international with Kenny and felt privileged to fly with one of Delta's finest. His life should truly be celebrated. Steve Smith
Jim Lang
December 14, 2013
Kenny was always fun to fly with a real professional. May god bless your family during this time of sorrow.
JIM SHANNON
December 14, 2013
ken YOU WERE A GREAT GUY, DELTA COULD NOT HAVE A BETTER PERSON AT THE CONTROLS THEN YOU, FROM A OLD FRIEND, jIM sHANNON
Kenneth Jegen
December 14, 2013
Ken Jegen DAL Capt Ret 1996, Kenny, as most of us called him was truly one of the best and showed all of us kids the correct way to be a Delta Capt.
Charlie Strickland
December 14, 2013
I always looked forward to flying with Kenny. He was truly one of the good guys. So sorry for your loss.
December 14, 2013
Ken Allerup was one of the great ones. I flew quite a bit with Ken and he was a pleasure to fly with. May God comfort his family.
Joe Ivey
U.M
December 14, 2013
May God be your refuge and strength, a helper that will provide your family with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead Psalm 62;8.
Bill Callaway
December 14, 2013
One of a kind! Always enjoyed flying with Ken.
Dan Funk
December 14, 2013
Ken was a Delta stalwart - great fun to fly with. He liked to think "outside the box" and inspired those with whom he flew, including me, to do same.
December 14, 2013
Another loss for the Delta family but a gain for God. Remember all the good times, that's what he would have wanted, he can rest in peace with my
Dad, Capt. Jack Galley ( The Silver Fox). They were the TRUE heroes of our nation. Greg Galley
RJ McClure. crew skd ret
December 13, 2013
I had the honor to work with Kenney for many years he was always a pleasure to be around and good to everyone. Treated us with respect as we did him. May God give the family comfort
December 13, 2013
Captain Allerup was always a pleasure to fly with. I flew with him a lot back in the 60's. Sorry for your loss.
R.F.Klauer
Paul West
December 13, 2013
We have lost a gentleman first and always.
T P O'Mahoney
December 13, 2013
I had the pleasure of flying with Kenny years ago. He was a lot of fun and a real good guy. Sorry for your loss
Damon Frost
December 13, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Damon and Jackie Frost
DAL Ret '91
P Sharpe ( Isaiah 12:2 )
December 13, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
S Clark
December 13, 2013
may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of undeserved kindness, comfort YOUR hearts and make YOU firm in every good deed and word.
2 Thes.2:16,17-Eze.38.23.
Rev 21:3,4
December 13, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time.
December 13, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Ec.9:5.
E Brewer
December 13, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Roman 15:4
December 13, 2013
May the God of comfort strengthen the Allerup Family as you meditate on John 14:1-4 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. I shall not leave you bereaved."
rf, Sandy Springs, GA
G. Johnson
December 13, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
G. Freeman
December 13, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Anita
December 13, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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