Darrell Rowe II

Some of the 23 grandchildren of Stan and Ellen Fracker, Sr. gathered together for a family reunion with "Aunt Joanna" in 2023. Dan (1940), me - Stan (1941) and Darrell - 'Stub' (1942) would share an overnight or a couple of days together during the summer. Got to share "city" (Dan) life - Jackson; "rural" (Stan) life - Michigan Center; and "farm" ('Stub) life - Mosherville. Our deepest condolences to the family and friends. Hoping to share more wonderful memories with those of you able to...

Two quick stories that sums Darrell up for me - Darrell, Paul Burnand and I were in Cascina Costa for a flight test. I was driving back to the hotel when a rear tire blew out. I swear I hadn't even finished pulling over to the curb before Darrell and Paul jumped out and changed the tire. Another time we were flying back from Milan through London and hit a snag at the flight desk. Darrell had a preferred seat or something and could have made the flight on time, John and I couldn't get on. ...

Susan and the entire Rowe family - I am truly saddened to hear of Darrell's passing. I met Darrell some 30 years ago when we were working together on t the T6E/NH90 Program. Darrell and spent many days, nights and weeks together during that project with many trips to MV Augusta in Italy. As a young engineer I learn so much technically from him but the most important thing I leaned form him was how to treat people, especially customers. His smiling face and infectious laugh will be in my heart...

It was a privilege and pleasure to know this great man. I was lucky to meet him through Ken and immediately bonded with him through our shared aircraft engine engineering careers. He has left an outstanding family legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sue and all of Darrell's family.

I grew up with Stub and Susie in Mosherville. Stub was always the smart most caring person I ever knew. Sorry to the family for your loss. RIP Stub!