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John Leo "Jack" Huckestein
John Leo "Jack" Huckestein
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John Huckestein Obituary
1936 - 2013
On Thursday June 27, 2013, John Leo Huckestein was called home to be with his heavenly Father.
Born January 21, 1936 to the late John Henry and Gertrude Huckestein in Pittsburgh, PA. He leaves to cherish his memories: three brothers, James, Thomas, William as well as several friends and colleagues in the NASA Houston TX and Navarre FL area.
He graduated from North Catholic high school in 1954 and earned a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh. He was interested in Scouting and attained the rank of Eagle Scout and later served as Scout Master. He enjoyed fishing, tennis, reading, cooking and playing Bridge.
Jack's 40 plus year career was spent in the Aeronautical and the Space exploration field where he worked for several notable companies: Boeing, NASA, Oceaneering Space Systems, and United Space Alliance to name a few. During that time he received several awards and certificates recognizing his work excellence and participation in American Space exploration missions. Among the missions that he participated were: Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, Space Shuttle and International Space Station.
The family wishes to thank the staff and caregivers of the Blake Gulf Breeze and Covenant Hospice who so lovingly took care of him during his stay there.
In lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions for John may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements entrusted to Rose Lawn Funeral Home of Gulf Breeze. You may offer condolences, share memories and sign the guestbook at: www.roselawn-fh.com
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Jan Martinez
July 6, 2013
Jack was that one person you could always go to to get that bit of data that you needed to assess a material thoroughly. Jack was a professional in all that he did. But, most of all, Jack was a true friend and gentleman. Jack was a significant member of our JSC Materials team. We will miss him.
My sincere condolences to Jack's family.
Craig Dinsmore
July 1, 2013
Jack was one of my earliest mentors as a Boy Scout. He helped me establish my interest in the outdoors, my taste in music, and my sense of self. He helped me to get my first job out of college with Hamilton Standard and that has led to a fulfilling career at NASA. A quiet and funny man of character. He will be missed.
Tony Brown
June 30, 2013
Jack was the best mentor a person could have.
Ruby A.
June 29, 2013
I would like to offer my condolences to the Huckestein Family and share some word of comfort because life can be so overwhelming at this time. The pain, the grief, and the feeling of hopelessness can be so unbearable. I pray that you can find comfort in family and friends but most of all thru Almighty God, whose ear and supplication is toward the distressed ones.
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Jim Travlos
June 29, 2013
Jack was a pleasure to work with. He was the ultimate professional when it came to his work and yet he he could be extremely funny. Jack you will be missed. God Bless. Jim
Janice Flurry
June 29, 2013
My memories of Jack at Boeing Aerospace Operations were of his soft spoken voice, his kindness, and his quiet demeanor. My heartfelt sympathy to Jack's family and close friends during this time of grief.
Vivian West
June 28, 2013
I love hearing Jacks stories about his trips to Walmart on Saturday's. Rest in peace Jack.
George Davis
June 28, 2013
Jack is the person you always respect and admire for his well recognized professional abilities. I was simply very fortunate to know him, be able to work with him, and, to have his guidance. My condolences to his family.
Charles Porter
June 28, 2013
Everyone loved Jack. He was always smiling. My desk was next to his in the Hamilton Standard days.
Robert McDonald
June 28, 2013
Jack was an amazing man,,his attention to details were unsurpassed. It was my pleasure to work with him for several years. My sincerest condolensces to his family.
Donna Cryer
June 28, 2013
I attended the banquet with Jack when he won his "Snoopy" award, what a delightful guy!!
Samir Almouie
June 28, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Shelly Grick-Agrella
June 28, 2013
Jack was a great person to work with. I'd worked with Jack from 1986 until he left USA and he always enjoyed sharing stories and his knowledge of Materials. Sorry he has left us but know he is in God's hands.
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