U.S. Air Force Obituaries

Alfred Charles Stevens Alfred Charles Stevens, a loyal, kind-hearted, and generous individual, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on May 31, 1941, to Robert and Pauline (Dick) Stevens in Lima, Ohio, Alfred, affectionately known as Al, lived a life full of adventure and...

Ronald C. Weiland, of Oak Forest, Ill., formerly of Butler, passed away at the age of 88, on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Donna (Daugherty); his children, Greg Weiland (Robert Karpinski), Rhonda Weiland, Mary Riggs (Tom), Jaret Weiland and Bradley Weiland...

Glenn Kiyoto Sanjume passed away on February 13, 2026, at 88, as the beloved patriarch of his grateful family. Generous, kind, humble, and hardworking, Glenn led two distinguished careers - in the U.S. Air Force and at the University of California, Davis. Family was very important to him. His...

FRANKLIN - Doyle Dean Stiles, 94, born Dec. 9, 1931, passed away, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 (also his dad's birthday). He was born to George and Fanny Stiles on East Hickory Knoll in Macon County. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Keith Stiles; and stepson (fishing...

Cathy Lynn Hodapp, 67, of Eddyville, died Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. Arrangements were incomplete at Lakeland Funeral Home.

Andre (Duke) DeVilliers passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2025. The family is being cared for by The Standard Cremation & Funeral Center.

Evans, Wallace Lee "Wally" at the age of 94, of Tampa, FL, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 12:11 am, leaving behind a legacy of love deeply cherished by his devoted wife, Sandra Lee Evans, and family. Blount & Curry Life Event Center - MacDill View Guest Book www.tampabay.com/obits

Ralph Francis Romanelli of Rock Falls, IL was born August 20, 1947 in Mendota, IL to Armando and Josephine Romanelli (née Schmidt). He grew up in Cherry, IL and attended St. Bede Academy, later graduating from DeVry University. Ralph served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War while...

Jerry Joe Small, 89, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at his residence in Spring Hill, Florida, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the devoted husband of Judy Small, with whom he shared 44 wonderful years of marriage. Born on December 4, 1936, in Duff, Indiana, Jerry was the...

Victor (Vic) H. Musmanno, 84, of Helotes, TX, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, in the loving arms of his wife of 43 years, Madeleine Dwoiakowski-Musmanno, and his son, Victor (Vic) H. Musmanno II (Class of 1986). He is survived by four grandchildren; Cornelia A. Musmanno, Augustus A....

Lt. Col. Charles Darwin Dobias, USAF Ret., 83, of Monticello, IN passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello. He was born on September 24, 1942 in Ludington, MI to the late John James and Mildred Geraldine (Bartlett) Dobias. He enjoyed telling stories of...

David Allen Brown, a cherished family man and esteemed community figure, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, at his residence in New Albany, Mississippi. Born on June 30, 1932, in Ingomar, Mississippi, David led a full and impactful life that left a lasting legacy of kindness,...

Stewart A. Coates, 79, of Homestead, transitioned from this life on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. Served in the U.S. Air Force. Father of Santoria Wilson-Anderson; grandfather of Tashee Hall. Also survived by other family members and friends. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 26,...

Charles (Chuck) M. Zearfoss, 82, of Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at home and surrounded by family, just several weeks after a cancer diagnosis. He was the husband of the late Gail M. Zearfoss, and on May 2nd they will celebrate their 62nd wedding anniversary...

The family of Mark Douglas Gregory is deeply saddened to share the news of his death on Wednesday, February 11. His integrity, gentle nature, wry humor, and selfless service had a profound impact on those lucky enough to know him. Mark was the son of Robert Gregory and Evelyn Souza Faria of South...

Gary Lewis Hatcher, 66, of New Market, Maryland, passed from this life on Monday, February 23, 2026 at Frederick Health Hospital in Frederick, MD after a heroic battle with cancer. He was beloved husband to his high school sweetheart Jane Streb Hatcher for 47 years. Born on July 19, 1959, in Fort...

Jorge Roy Brockhoeft Born: December 9, 1944 in Panama Canal Zone Died: February 22, 2026 in McHenry, IL Jorge Roy Brockhoeft, age 81, of Cary, IL, passed away on February 22, 2026. He was born December 9, 1944 in the Panama Canal Zone to his loving mother, Silvia Castillero Sanchez. A proud high...

Marcel John Dussault (John), 83, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, surrounded by family and his precious dog, Peanut. John was born on November 6, 1942, to Marcel and Madeline (Gama) Dussault in San Francisco. He grew up in the Bay Area and, after high school, enlisted in the U.S. Air...

Dr. Donald Angotti passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of January 28, 2026, at the age of 90. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Donald was also a highly respected surgeon. He will be fondly remembered for his generosity, intellect, and unwavering love...

Bruce Olin May passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. The family is being cared for by Truckee Meadows Cremation & Burial.

Watertown, WI - David Burt Whitney, age 91, of Watertown, formerly of Detroit, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, holding Marliene's hand on February 19, 2026 David was born on November 11, 1934, in Detroit, Michigan, to Edward and Mildred (Brown) Whitney. He proudly served his country...

Cecilia - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 26, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church - Cecilia honoring the life of Louis Roy, Jr. A visitation will take place at Pellerin Funeral Home in Cecilia on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM. A...

Hughes, Edward J. of Lowell, passed away on February 14, 2026. He was 73 years old. Born in Boston in 1952, he was the son of the late Edward and Barbara (Nelson) Hughes. Ed will be remembered as someone who was always good for a laugh — a natural jokester who brought humor into everyday...

Waterford - Ralph Anthony Andosca, 93, of Waterford, passed away Feb. 18, 2026, at his residence. He was born June 22, 1932, to Antonis and Ida Andosca. He grew up and attended school in Bellows Falls, Vt. He served in the United States Air Force from 1950 to 1954. Mr. Andosca is survived by his...

William John Yates, 62, of Beeville, formerly of Victoria, Texas, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021. Mr. Yates was born March 15, 1959 in Wurzburg, Germany, and adopted by Jack Yates and Georgia McFeron. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and National Guard. On December 10, 2000, he...

Daniel Creed Coffey, "Danny", went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2026 in Mountain City, GA, at the age of 49. Danny was born on December 8, 1976 in Gainesville, GA to Creed and Joanne Coffey (Houston) of Hiawassee, GA. Danny had deep Appalachian roots and was raised in the...

Ron Marcum passed away on February 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy rooted in devotion, loyalty, and deep family pride. A proud native of Butte, Montana, Ron was a 1965 graduate of Butte High School and never missed an opportunity to let people know where he...

Earl Lloyd Breeding Jr. passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Larry Joe Watson passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Ashby Funeral Home, Inc. - Benton.

On February 13, 2026, Larry Barron, 79, of Charlotte Hall, MD, passed away. Larry was born on May 7, 1946, in Shelby, NC, to the late Julius and Lou Ivey Barron. After graduating from high school in Shelby, NC, he went on to study sociology at Livingston College in Salisbury, NC. Larry served...

Raymond Walter Brendlinger passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. The family is being cared for by Tillinghast Funeral Home - Danielson.

Lawrence James Winegarden, 87, of Hedgesville, WV, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, with his beloved wife by his side. Born on December 29, 1938, in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, Larry was the son of Alden Erwin Winegarden and Evelyn Rosella Lavalley Winegarden. He grew up in a loving family...

Raymond David Hebert of Dover passed away Wednesday February 18, 2026, at home. He was 78. Mr. Hebert was born on December 3, 1947, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts to the late Lorenzo A. Hebert and Bernadette Richards Hebert. He served in the United States Air Force for 8 years, then the reserves for...

James “Jim” Keith Harris, 81, of Clearfield, Utah passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026. Jim was born on January 17, 1945, in Lovell, Wyoming, to Mary Eliza (Tolman) Harris and Keith Snell Harris. He grew up as the eldest of six children, a role he carried with quiet strength...

Harry Allan Byram, 89 of Winchester, VA, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026, peacefully at his home. Harry was born in 1936 in Augusta County, VA, the son of the late John and Annie Byram. He proudly served our country during the Korean War in the United States Air Force. Harry retired after...

Clarence Herbert “Nick” Nixon, the 3rd was born in 1938 to Clarence Herbert Nixon, II and Bessie Juanita Scarborough of Washington DC. Nick married Joyce Ann Watts of Brunswick, Georgia, in 1959. They had three children together - Craig, Nikki and Blair. Nick was a long time Georgia resident,...

Robert “Bob” Schultz passed away peacefully at his home at Cedarbrook Senior Living of Rochester on February 20, 2026, following a brief illness.  He was 95 years old. Bob was born on May 22, 1930, in Lansing, Michigan to Carl F. and Elizabeth H. Schultz.  He graduated from...

Jack Palek passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. The family is being cared for by Hartman-Graziano Funeral Home, Inc. - Latrobe.

Billy Cagle Sr. passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. The family is being cared for by Mathis Funeral Home - Dexter.

Christopher John Murphy, of McKinney, Texas, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 61. He was born on February 8, 1965, in Boston to Bill and Millie Murphy. Chris graduated from Franklin High School and carried with him the strong values of family, dedication, and hard work throughout...

Robert Gene Roach, 92, of Big Spring, Texas, passed away on February 22, 2026, at Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home in Big Spring. Robert was born on August 1, 1933, in Litchfield, Illinois, to Cecil Lloyd Roach and Margaret Rose (Mattli) Roach. He married Nancy Alline Walters on April...

Paul "Chip" Truman Earnhart, Jr., age 77 of Belleville, IL, died Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Evercare of Swansea in Belleville, IL. He was born on Wednesday, April 28, 1948, in Highland, IL, the son of Paul and Loyt (nee Sherwood) Earnhart, Sr. On Friday, July 16, 1999, he married Patricia...

Larry Lambert, 77, of Imboden, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026. He was born May 4, 1948, in Ironton, Missouri, to the late Lawrence and Dorothy (Miller) Lambert. In addition to his parents, Larry was preceded in death by two children in pregnancy; granddaughter, Adrienne...

Kenneth Wilson Ross passed away at Salem Hospital on January 27, 2026 at the age of 100. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on September 4, 1925 to John and Bessie Ross, and was the youngest of five siblings Letitia, Mabel, Betsy and Robert. Kenneth served as a Corporal in the US Air Force 1944-1946,...

Billy Carraway passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. The family is being cared for by Carolina Funeral Home - Scranton.

Lawyer F. Alan Age 90, of Penn Hills, peacefully, on Monday, February 23, 2026. Beloved husband of 61 years to Sharon Lawyer; Father of Lenita Lawyer (Alex Bouchard), and Lori (Charley) Studeny; grandfather of Emma (Ryan) Hatcher, and Ava Studeny; Brother of Robert Lawyer; Brother in law of...

John Howard Irvine died on Feb. 15, 2026, surrounded by family, in Port Charlotte, Florida. He was born in Cedarville, Ohio, on Feb. 20, 1932, to parents Fred M. and Dorothy G. Irvine (née Sharpin). He was the youngest of five siblings — including Elizabeth (Betty) Irvine, Edward (Bud) Irvine,...

Lloyd Leon Edwards, age 93, went home to see his beloved Savior on February 21, 2026, while residing at Regent Park Assisted Living in Wichita, Kansas. He was born January 11, 1933, in Long Beach, Missouri, and was the only child of the late Alfred and Betty Edwards. He is survived by his wife of...

Alden Clifford Lindgren passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025 in Austin, Texas at the age of 95. He was born on June 25, 1930, in Two Harbors, Minnesota, to Agnes Day and Arvid Lindgren. Alden grew up in Orr, Minnesota with a childhood defined by fishing, hunting, and perhaps “causing a...

Charles E. Baker M.D. 01/12/1933 - 02/02/2026 Dr. Charles Eugene Baker, formerly of Houston, Texas, passed away on February 2, 2026, at the age of 93. He was born January 12, 1933, in Baytown, Texas, the fifth child of Raleigh Washington and Addie Mae (Marquart) Baker. Charles was an honor...