James Trachta

I have little doubt this is the same James Trachta who was my NCOIC @ Tin City AFS (710 ACWS - "Primus Nuntius") circa 1976 or 77. Jim was my guide dog for my tour as his Ops Officer at this remote NORAD station. His wise counsel and patient tolerance for my occasionally excessive responses to USAF blunders was appreciated only many years later. He was also a technical expert, and he enjoyed regaling me (a USAF pilot) with his EC-121 stories. Rest in Peace, Jim!

Dear Mary & family:
We are so sorry for the loss of our dear friend/neighbor. Our hearts & condolences go out to you & your family as we celebrate the Homegoing of our brother & dear friend, Jim❣ You & Jim were so kind to us when we first moved to Abbey. It was a hugh step re-locating after 32 1/2 years in Alaska and not knowing anyone here in COS at the time. But, Jim, lol. He gave us all the info we needed to rest assured that we had chosen the right place! You both welcomed us with...

Please accept my condolence on behalf of TREA the Enlisted Association Chapter 1. We pray that God will be your source of strength and comfort

What a tremendous, godly, and fearless man. I loved this guy and was so privileged to be he and Mary's Chaplain while at Peterson AFB. Jim, may heaven be the better place now that your are with our Father. We will miss you but I look forward to the time I'll see you again!!

We are sending our prayers and love to you during this difficult time. (friends of Nathan and Mimi) Pamela Terry Power and David Power

Personally, I saw JT as a devout Christian, strong head, kind, opinionated, funny, sometime telling me jokes at church, and he was generous. At first glance you might see a rough tough guy but once you knew him he was gentle. Trish, my wife called him a "gentle bear". I like being around JT. There wasn't any phoniness with him, what you see is what you get, I will miss him.

Mary and family, Jim was my friend from the moment we met. His smile and yes charm loving heart brought joy to my life. Thank you all for sharing him with me. God bless you.

My love and prayers to all at this very sad time. I will miss him very much.