Portland, Oregon
Aug 4, 1937 – Jan 15, 2023
Colonel Ray A. PilcherAug. 4, 1937 - Jan. 15, 2023 Ray A. Pilcher "Butch" was born Aug. 4, 1937, in Sac City, Iowa to Robert and Vivian Pilcher and passed away Jan. 15, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Margaret C. Pilcher. Ray and Margaret met in...
Read MoreI worked with Ray and for Ray. He was an excellent pilot, inspirational leader, and true friend.
Major General (Ret.) David E.B. (DEB) Ward
May 21, 2025 | Work
I was a crew chief on the F-102 when I first met Ray. He was always a truly nice person, and I called him my friend.
Ben Vann
February 28, 2024 | Work
Colonel Pilcher was our Commander and friend. RIP sir. You are missed.
Shirley and Dale Keefer
March 08, 2023 | Served In Military Together
I always found Ray to be a truly nice person. I was a "crew chief" and was always glad to have him come to my aircraft to fly. We needed more men like him.
SMSgt Ben Vann
SMSgt Ben Vann
March 07, 2023 | Served In Military Together
I always considered Ray a wise commander. He counseled me once "You can get more done from inside the fence than from outside the fence."
John M Thomas
March 06, 2023 | Work
I was lucky enough to meet Butch in 1987 he instantly was a man I had enormous respect for we hunted and hung out and he became a life Hero to me. I have loved the entire Pilcher family since they welcomed me in way back then. Butch was and will remain always a mentor a legend and my Friend.
Dave Cruz
March 05, 2023 | Friend
