Albert Lee Ueltschi

Years have passed, however, I will never feel less closeness to the best boss and friend I have ever had I miss his smile, his humor, and his way of making me feel appreciated.

I came to this guest book late, but that does not diminish my deep respect for a great friend. I worked with him on the National Academy of Engineering's Low Committee that examined airworthiness of transport aircraft, and later, when I was with Flight Safety Foundation, he was generous in his support of me and the non-profit organization. His common sense and common touch were inspiring to me and many, many others.

My Dad and Al were great friends. They were aviation pioneers. He visited our house many times over the years and my Dad had tremendous respect for Al. To me, Al always seemed tickled about life. He is one of the last of that great generation of pioneers that built the aviation business. A remarkable man.

Mr U will always have a warm place in my heart. From our many conversations to his borrowing my car to lunch with Tom G. His love and pride in his family, his pride in the students who attended The Academy, and his closeness with his many best canine friends. My thoughts and prayers to his wonderful family who suffer his loss.

Knowing Al and reading his obituary, reflect the dicotomy of this humble and strait forward man's life. A friend to all, stranger to none, and a hero to many. So many generous and great deeds done and none of us will ever know how far reaching or how many souls were touched by his kindness. Plain and simple everyday, with brilliance and a devotion to use his talents to change the world. We have all stopped to honor you. We are grateful for your love and hard work. You changed my life...

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I had the honor of meeting Mr. Ueltchi on two occasions while working for the flying eye hospital 'Project ORBIS'. Despite his success in life, he was one of the most unassuming people I have met and with the greatest sense of humor. I know he will be missed by many, and my condolences goes to his family and friends.

I had the pleasure of caddying for Al & Jim at the Stanwich Member guest tournament a couple of times. Al was a great guy who, in spite of his enormous success, never lost touch of his humble beginnings. He treated me and everyone else at Stanwich with respect and had a great sense of humor.

Condolences to all the Ueltschi Family.

Pierce Foster
Greenwich, CT

How I will I remember Mr. Ueltschi is seeing him on his tractor mowing his fields. My condolences on his loss to all of his family.

Thinking of you dear Anne.
A remarkable life lived by a remarkable man.
With love -