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CAPTAIN JAMES ALEXANDER MAGEE U.S. Navy (Ret.) (Age 82)
Died on May 9, 2018, after a brief illness. He was born August 9, 1935 in Atlanta, GA. He received his BA from Oglethorpe University in 1957, then enrolled in the Navy's Aviation Officer Candidate Program. Capt. Magee was a helicopter pilot and instructor for much of his Naval career. A career highlight was his role in the helicopter pickup of the Apollo astronauts after their splashdowns. In 1970, he graduated Naval Command and Staff College and was assigned to the Pentagon. In 1974 he became Executive Officer of Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 6, then its Commanding Officer. After HC-6, he was Executive Officer of the U.S.S. Guam, then returned to the Pentagon. He retired in 1984, then became Program Manager at Bell-Boeing for the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft. He was a railroad enthusiast, a widely-traveled amateur photographer, and an active member of the Navy Helicopter Association. He is survived by his son, Prof. Glenn Alexander Magee. A memorial service will be held at a date to be announced.
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June 12, 2018
We're thinking of you, Glenn. Deepest condolences on the passing of your father.
With Sympathy & Prayers, Victor Battaglia
Mary Ann Martini
June 3, 2018
I am a good friend of James Magee's fine son, Prof. Glenn Magee. You learn a great deal about a person by knowing their family. He was so very proud of you, Glenn, there is no doubt.
I am sure James Magee was a fine father & we will be forever in his debt for his selfless service to our country. Glenn, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad (and you) will be in our thoughts & prayers...."Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot heal." ~Thomas Moore
Patricia Maloney
May 26, 2018
Dear Glenn,
Your father was one of my favorite people. He was a delight and a friend to many, a person of many interests, many stories, and true enthusiasms. I can't believe that I won't get to speak with him again. You're in my thoughts.
A Cleveland
May 18, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken-hearted comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah 61: 1,2.) Sincerely.
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