U.S. Air Force Obituaries

Giles Ledford, 95 Giles Ledford, 95, of Hayden Lake, Idaho, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Kootenai Health. He was born on December 16, 1930 in Brasstown, North Carolina to Pink and Effie Ledford. He and his nine brothers and sisters farmed the land of Clay County alongside...

George Daniel MacGregor Pushee III, 88, passed away on January 3, 2026, in Crystal River, Florida. Born on September 22, 1937, in Lowell, Massachusetts, he led a life marked by service, dedication, and deep family bonds. Dan married Louise A. (Randall) Pushee in August of 1959. Louise passed away...

ROMULUS - Bonnie S. Butler 66 saw her last tomorrow. succumbing to pancreatic cancer on Saturday February 7, 2026. After high school she served active duty as a cook at Loring Air Force Base in Maine from 1978-1981. Bonnie spent many years away and returned to the area in 1999. She worked for a...

Barbara (Bricker) Culotti Dec 22, 2025 Lake City, FL - Barbara Lucille (Bricker) Culotti, age 77, passed away peacefully at Haven Hospice in Lake City, FL, on Monday, December 22, 2025, with family at her side. Her passing came after a years-long battle with a rare and as-yet untreatable...

Funeral services for Mr. Richard Allen Moore will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at St. Clair Baptist Church, Boyce, with Reverend Randy Ellis officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Hemphill Star Cemetery, Cotile, under the direction of...

Mr. Ruben Ervin Silence, known affectionately as Ervin to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at the age of 93, in San Angelo, Texas. Born on December 21, 1932, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Ervin's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a...

Boyd Earl Nance, 83, of Madisonville, KY passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 1, 1942, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Sarah Akins Nance and William “Tom” Nance. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and retired as a Senior Master...

Mario Munoz, of Bandera passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Wichita, Mario carried with him a spirit that was larger than life and a heart that belonged first and always to his family. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Mario dedicated 20 years of honorable...

William H. Wright Jr., 73, of Sellersburg, Indiana, known affectionately to his colleagues as Bill and to his family as B.J., passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, leaving a legacy of dedicated service and profound love. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Bill served with...

Robert George Byrd, 84 of Lake City, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the Haven Hospice Suwannee Valley Care Center in Lake City. He was born in Palatka, Florida to the late Lloyd Byrd and Lois Thomas Byrd Dicks. Mr. Byrd was raised in Lake City and was a graduate of Columbia High...

James "Jim" Weatherford, born on November 1, 1945, in Brooksville, Florida, passed away on February 11, 2026, in Altamonte Springs. He served in the United States Air Force, exemplifying his commitment to his country. Known for his kind, helpful, and loving nature, Jim often preferred...

John Edward Hand Jr. affectionately known as Jack, 83 passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 3, 2026, in St Augustine Florida. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey on August 20, 1942, Jack relocating with his wife to St. Augustine, Florida in 2013 to enjoy retirement and to be...

Reginald F. Buker passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The family is being cared for by Cummings Funeral Service, Inc. - Clayton.

Donald “Donnie” C. Peebles, 88, of Benton, WI passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2026. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 6th at the Haudenshield Funeral Home & Crematory in Cuba City, WI. Burial with military honors accorded will be held at the St. Rose of Lima Church...

Dale R. Lockwood Jr. passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. The family is being cared for by Duggan's Serra Mortuary - Daly City.

Ron Fine, age 85 of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026 finally reuniting with the love of his life, Shirley. He was born January 29, 1941 in Dayton, Ohio the son of the late Howard "Bud" and Rosemary Fine. Ron graduated from Kettering High School and then proudly served his...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Harold "Butch" Eugene Downey, who left us on February 12, 2026, at the age of 82. Butch was born on March 11, 1943, in Bessemer City, North Carolina, and spent his life touching the hearts of many through his art and music. As an Air Force...

Robert Warner “Bob” Null, 93, of Manito, formerly of Forest City, passed away at the Lodge, in Manito, at 7:40 a.m., on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. He was born September 11, 1932, in Browning, Illinois, to John Robert and Nina Enida (Warner) Null. He married Eleanor Sinclair in 1952. He later...

Reynaldo Louis Chavez (Rey), 93, born October 19, 1932, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, in Santa Fe, NM. Rey was a beloved and caring husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many. He was deeply devoted to his family and faith and readily shared a smile with...

Richard Wayne passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. The family is being cared for by Powles Funeral Home, Inc..

Leonard Webster – age 89, passed away on February 10, 2026. Leonard was a Christian and a longtime member of the Riverdale Community and served in the U.S. Air Force. He was a graduate of the Carter High School class of 1955, and a retired employee of KUB. Leonard loved his family and the...

Dale Nething, age 90, died in his Charlestown home on February 10, 2026. He was the son of Clarence and Ruth Wise of Bellaire, Ohio. When Dale was in 2nd grade, his family moved back to Charlestown Twp. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Dorothy Nething Griffith. He is survived...

Michael Lawrence O'Brien passed at the age of 73 on January 28, 2026 in Fayetteville, GA due to complications from Progressive Supra Nuclear Palsy. Michael served in the Air Force and Army for a combined service of over 38 years. He received the highly selective General Douglas MacArthur...

Robert D Heeter passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. The family is being cared for by Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, LLC.

Glenda M. Minton passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. The family is being cared for by Wilson's Funeral Home - Steeleville.

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Oren “R.O.” Rogers, who left us peacefully on February 9, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on July 3, 1942, in Fowlerton, Indiana, Richard was the beloved child of Barbara Thomas Rogers and Clifford Oren Rogers. From an early age he loved to play...

Ricardo Benavides Sr. 12/28/1931 - 02/11/2026 Ricardo Benavides, Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, was called to be with the Lord on February 11, 2026, at the age of 94. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. A native of Laredo, Texas,...

Former Shalimar, FL resident, Ms. Pearl Nelson, age 95, departed this life on Friday, February 13, 2026, under Hospice care and surrounded by family. Pearlie Mae “Pearl” Brown was born on 12 June 1930 to Onzell Davis and Willie Brown in Mobile, AL where she was raised and educated. In early...

Bernard Van Zandt (Barney Bernard), Lt. Col, USAF, Retired 92, beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away peacefully at Seagrass Village on February 9, 2026. He was born in Florence, Mississippi near Jackson to Barney and Lola Maude. He joined Army ROTC in college and chose to apply to the...

Martha Ann Nicholson Scott, age 89, passed away peacefully in her home and was received by her loving Heavenly Father on February 7, 2026. Born at home in Arcadia, Louisiana, on August 6, 1936, she was the daughter of Bennie Nicholson and Verdie Keen Nicholson. She graduated from Athens High...

Robert Anthony Boroch, 95, of Vernon, beloved husband of 69 years to Joan (Ruffini) Boroch, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on February 9, 2026. Born on January 18, 1931, in Waterbury to the late Frank and Helen (Kawecki) Boroch, Bob was a proud graduate of Crosby High...

Purita “Rita” B. Horn (nee Belcina), 88, of O’Fallon, IL, born on February 2, 1938, in Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines, passed away on February 9, 2026, in Carlsbad, CA with her family by her side. Rita was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and recently great-great-...

Michele "Mickey" Gleason September 5, 1942 - February 9, 2026 Michele "Mickey" Drew Gleason passed away in Lincoln on Monday, February 9, 2026. She was born September 5th, 1942, in Beatrice, Nebraska to Paul and Dorrice Drew. Attended Beatrice Public Schools K-11th, then moved to San Marcos,...

Passed away peacefully at home to God in the company of his loving wife of 57 years, Sharon (nee Wesela) Scherr. Dedicated father of Werner Erich Scherr and Edward Austin (Molly) Scherr. Proud Opa of Cecilia Scherr and Isaiah, Dominic and Bella Voiland. Further survived by many life-long and new...

Harold Glen Smith, a devoted family man, passionate traveler, and dedicated servant to his community, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 5th surrounded by the people he loved most. After serving his country as an Air Force Mechanic, Harold built a long and respected career as an...

Lawrence "Buzz" Richardson, 92, of Sunnyvale, CA, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Born on March 12, 1933, in Duxbury, MA, Buzz graduated from Rockland High School in 1951. A proud veteran, Buzz served in the United States Air Force before earning a B.S. Degree in Education from...

Donald "Don" Oscar, 91, of Abbeville, husband of Edna L. Segers Ruff, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at his home. Born on February 4, 1935 in Newberry, he was a son of the late William Oscar Ruff and Annie Ruth Griffin Ruff Riddle. Don's life was defined by a strong work ethic and a...

Richard L. McKinley passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026. The family is being cared for by Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home.

Scott Michael Baker, 62, of Ormond Beach, Florida, passed away on February 8, 2026. Scott was born on May 21, 1963, in Augusta, Maine. He was a proud Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving his country with honor and dedication. After his military service, he continued his life of service...

Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Freeman Funeral Home, 26 Brentwood Place, Forsyth, Georgia. Burial at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery in LaFayette, Alabama. Service is scheduled to be Streamed Live on our Facebook Page. Public Viewing will be Friday, February 13, 2026 from...

Charles F Lebegern , known as Charlie to his friends, passed away Friday, January 23rd after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 89 years old. A lifelong resident of Morrisville, PA, he was the son of the late John Lebegern and Myrtle (Loche) Lebegern. He was an Air Force veteran and...

Ralph David Smith of Ranson, WV formerly of Purcellville, VA, passed away at home on November 22, 2025 surrounded by family. He was born in 1944 in Massillon, OH. He was a 1966 graduate of The Ohio State University and entered service with the U.S. Airforce the following year. He attained the...

Calvin Rodger Loving, 94, of Spotsylvania, VA, passed away January 19, 2026. Born June 10, 1931, in Fredericksburg, VA, he was a 1949 graduate of James Monroe High School and a U.S. Air Force veteran who served during the Korean War era. He later worked for Virginia Electric and Power Company and...

Donald G. Stoddard, one day short of 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Born in Townshend, Vermont, he was one of the fourteen children of Maurice Price and Roberta Faye (Fielder) Stoddard, Sr. He served in the US Air Force from 1978 to 1991 in Korea, England, Albuquerque...

Beverly Lenore (Morgan) Rector, passed peacefully from this earth Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was at home, surrounded by her family’s love and care when she was welcomed into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ. Beverly was born in New Haven, Connecticut in 1932 to Walter Lewis...

Fred Walter Pope, Jr., 76, of Stephens City, Virginia, was born on June 28, 1949, in Front Royal, Virginia, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Winchester Medical Center. He was born to Fred Walter Pope and Margaret Mary Sheffield. Fred and his wife, Jeanette Marie Pope, were devoted in their...

Obituary of Peter Anson Thrift Peter Anson Thrift, 81, of Glen Mills, PA, passed away at his home in Maris Grove Senior Living on February 9, 2026. Born in Washington, D.C., to Sterling and Marie Anson Thrift, Peter was raised in College Park, MD. He attended Carroll High School and earned his...

Anthony “Tony” C. Esposito, 92, of North Port, Fl passed peacefully away on Thursday February 5, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Arlene (Martin) Esposito. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Grace (Bisceglio) Esposito. Mr. Esposito worked in sales in...

James Henry “Jim” Perry, 85, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026. Born December 30, 1940, in Madison, Wisconsin, Jim grew up in Cambridge, where his parents, George and Marie (Roth) Perry, managed the Swiss Wheel Cheese House. He graduated from Cambridge High School before enlisting in...

Gordon D. Grey, 81, of Aberdeen, SD, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Avantara in Groton, SD. Per Gordon’s request, no formal services will be held. Burial will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens at a later date. Gordon was born January 4, 1945, in Aberdeen, SD, to Edward and Alice...