ERICH BOGENSCHNEIDER

Just saw this obit. I was a young Airman in 1963 in VT-2 Power Plants shop Whiting Field. Bogie was a Second Class as I recall, He, along with many other Good Men, was my mentor and sea daddy for some 3 years. I learned much from him and the others. My career went on in different directions, did not see Bogie again until about 1992 just before I retired from Millington NAS. I went down to the shop one day and there he was, no doubt. He says along the line of "who are you" I told him, he says without cracking a smile, you were the slowest sob I ever saw. I couldn't help but burst out laughing, The Navy/Military camaderie, not, or rarely encountered in civilian life was on full display. Fair Winds and following seas Shipmate, never forget you.

He was fair compassionate
It was great honor to know him.

Linda, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My father passed away almost 13 years ago and I still think of him everyday. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Kim Thomas Wall

Bogie was rare jewel. We took all our vehicles to him to work on. He was so honest and helpful. It was a pleasure to have known him. I know Eric and the gang will miss him. Bogie you were the very best, we will miss you.

i will always remember bogie for what he stood for. a mentor, friend,always there to help never asking for anything in return. during instructor duty at AS "A" school at nattc. he was the example for all to follow.

Sorry to hear about Bogie...My parents were big fans of his. Prayers go out to you all.

I remember him helping my best friend Randy Schaaf change out rear ends on his '57 back in '73 so he could race down in the bottoms. No charge. Got out of the Navy in '90, moved back to Millington and have never taken my cars any where else. I feel lucky, and blessed, to be counted as one of your friends. Luvya Bogie. Hope to see you in Heaven. I know you're there, just a question of how long it'll take me.

May God bless your family during this time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you from Atlanta, Georgia. Steve Pitsos, Millington Class of 1981.

Sending all of my love to the whole family. He sure was a great great man!

Leanna, I am sorry to hear about your Dad. I lost my Dad last year and it was so very difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lois, know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. Forty nine years of a shared life with this wonderful man, God gave you a great gift, as he has to all of us blessed to have known Bogie.

Bogey was a true patriot who loved his country, said what he thought, meant what he said. He was always a man of integrity and demonstrated a true concern for his fellowman. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him . Our sympathy is extended to his family and our prayers are lifted to our Lord.

Bogie was more than "the man who fixed my car". It was a pleasure to know him. My prayers and sympathy to his family.

Mr. "B" was and will always be remembered for his honesty and integrity. His word was his bond. His life touched countless individuals. I am honored to have known him.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Bogie's family. We've brought our cars to B&E for quite a few years now and appreciate the expertise, kindness and fairness that we find there. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Bogey is number one on my list of Great men! The strength of his character is very uncommon and he will be sadly missed.