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Chad grew up in Martinsville and graduated from Martinsville High School with the class of 1990. He was saved and baptized at the age of ten in Martinsville. Following high school, he attended Indiana State University in Terre Haute, Indiana, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. In the early stages of his career, Chad was a flight instructor in Texas and Arizona, and a tour guide pilot and island transport hopper in the Hawaiian Islands from 2002-2007. In 2007, he returned to Indiana and began his seventeen-year career as a captain with Republic Airways.
His love was flying, though he also had various other hobbies and interests of which he was quite talented. Chad was a gifted musician and artist. He could play almost any instrument including the piano, guitar, and drums, to mention a few. He not only had a natural talent for playing music, but he also had an extraordinary voice for singing and a knack for writing lyrics. In addition to flying, music and art, Chad was an adventure seeker. He loved motorcycles, specifically race bikes, and fast cars. His love for fast cars and motorcycles was evident as he proudly owned a Ducati Motorcycle and a Porsche Cayman GTS. When he wasn't in the cockpit of a plane, riding his motorcycle, driving his Porsche or playing music, he enjoyed stand-up comedy. He was a brilliant, adventurous, and talented man who generally kept to himself, but when in his company, he kept everyone entertained. Those lucky enough to know him would also agree that Chad had a style all of his own.
He will be fondly remembered by his family and friends including his parents, Rex and Cheryl Alexander of Martinsville; brother, Brad Alexander of Martinsville; five uncles, Rick Alexander of Martinsville, Tim Hogan of Florida, Shawn Hogan of Martinsville, Doug Cheek of Trafalgar, IN, and Randy Cheek of Virginia; four aunts, Kim Pettit Fox of Martinsville, Denise Hall of Freetown, IN, Nancy Foley of Martinsville, and Jody Coffman of Whiteland, IN.
Chad was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George B. and Jenny Alexander; maternal grandfather, Clyde Harold Cheek; maternal grandmother, Delores Martin Hogan; and one aunt, Bonnie Gibson.
His family will be celebrating his life and legacy during a private service, and his earthly remains will be laid to rest in Friendship Park Cemetery in Paragon, Indiana.
The family has requested that contributions be made in lieu of flowers to the donor's charity of choice in Chad's memory.
Neal & Summers Funeral and Cremation Center has been entrusted with handling his final arrangements.
Condolences and memories may be shared with the Alexander family online at www.nealandsummers.com
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charles tompkins
January 22, 2025
Wow, what a sad bit of news about Chad. He was my commercial, instrument, multi engine instructor on the Big Island. He was not only an excellent instructor but we became good friends.
Today at dawn, his controller called in a voice clear and steady
"Soul number Charlie, Bravo, Alpha I have your clearence ready."
As the voice continued, the clearence was read.
"Charlie Bravo Alpha is cleared to Heaven Intersection" is what was said.
"Proceed direct Heaven without delay"
"No holds in purgatory are forcast this day."
"Climb and maintain unlimited altitude; proceed toward,
and seconds after takeoff, contact your Lord."
"God is with you Charlie Bravo Alpha; proceed on your way."
"Youre cleared to Heaven Intersection, without delay."
Fly safe my friend. Chuck Tompkins
Joaquin Fajardo III
November 1, 2024
He was the most sweetest person to work with. His energy, his vibe as a person was so kind. He was a wonderful soul. He cared deeply about his family and friends. And even times were tough he would always try to be positive And be uplifting. My experience with him will be always engraved in my heart he will be missed.
Christopher Biasizzo
November 1, 2024
I flew with Chad many many times when I was a flight attendant and I remember flying with him when he was a new hire in 2007. He was always one of my favorites!! There's not a single ounce of hate in his heart! He accepted everyone for who they are, and we could always talk to him about anything. This made flying with him an absolute joy, and hearing this news really hurts. Chad, we love you, and one day the airline family will see each other again.
Hadley Etter
November 1, 2024
Chad is the reason I found my people. I will forever thank him for directing me and guiding me when I began my aviation journey. I am eternally grateful
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Dawn
October 31, 2024
I´ve flew with Chad for many years..he was the absolute best! Our aviation family is broke. Love and peace to all
Bryan Fleischmann
October 30, 2024
I only knew Chad from being his salesperson on his Porsche Cayman. But we quickly became friends through our passion for Porsche and motorcycles. We would talk often about what cars and bikes were next on our list. I´m devastated that we never found time to do a ride together. What I appreciated most though, was the amount of time that Chad would spend talking to me and my son as he helped my son through flight school. He even took time out of his schedule to show my son one of the planes that he flew. I can´t begin to say what that meant to me and my son. Chad will be very missed. I meet a lot of people in this line of work, but he was one of a kind and will be remembered as one of the best people I have met.
Craig Bohbrink
October 30, 2024
I´ve know Chad is whole airline career and had flown with him many times when he was my first officer then years later we flew together as two captains together. His humor was off the charts... one great memory. He wanted to take crawdads and shrimp to the family Thanksgiving. So he was in New Orleans on a trip and bought a bunch of fresh to take back. Well, they had all the legs and heads and beady eyes no one would eat them... we laughed so hard about that. He would always call me Indy 500 race morning and hear my predictions for the day. Chad you will be greatly missed and I know you are enjoying those Blue skies right now.
Chase Buchler
October 30, 2024
I flew with Chad as his FO at Shuttle and Republic. Chad was the candy man, and I´ll always remember the day he left his big gallon bag of Jolley Ranchers on the center console, left it there, and forgot about it. When we later took-off the bag then flew back, and hit the door so hard that it pushed several pieces of candy through the ventilation slats at the bottom, which then proceeded to roll down the main cabin aisle... Truly, one of the funniest flights I´ve ever had. Chad, you will be missed.
Leonard Durant
October 30, 2024
Spending time at his place was an experience that will remain a part of me for many reasons. Only wish we had spent more time together . Life is too short for all of us. Thanks for getting to know me and my family Chad. This hurts. I can´t sleep. I´m going to get you when I see you again.
Jennifer Clements Blankenship
October 29, 2024
Chad and my brother Chad were best friends. Chad was family, he would walk into our house and make himself a sandwich and pop downstairs to watch TV and my brother could do the same at his house. We loved his laughter and energy. Living in Shireman, the crew of boys that were all the same age used that entire neighborhood to ride bikes and hike in the woods. I was the only girl and would frequently find myself playing wiffle ball and football right along with them. We had a lot of fun. I remember his boxer dog, he would put mouth wash in his bowl because he said his dog had bad breath. Chad and Chad were two peas in a pod. We were lucky to grow up next to the Alexanders. I have so many favorite memories. If I have to pick one, it was when my brother Chad was playing basketball and Chad Alexander and I made signs and t shirts and showed up at the game calling ourselves the "Stupid Fan Club" and cheered Chad on. He brought a lot of joy to people for sure. May he rest in peace.
Gavin Hahn
October 29, 2024
Flew with Chad as his FO for many years at Shuttle America, one of the nicest, funniest, easy going people I even had the pleasure to work with, always looked forward to a trip with Chad, learned a lot about being a good Captain from Chad, you will be sorely missed Chad, blue sky´s and tailwinds brother
Rebecca Young
October 29, 2024
I flew with Chad at Shuttle America and at Republic Airways. He was one of my favorite Captains. I never heard from Chad on a daily or weekly basis, but when I did it was usually a long night. I will miss his quirky sense of humor and his seriousness when he was flying an aircraft full of passengers. Gone way too soon. Prayers for his family!
Rebecka Armstrong
October 29, 2024
Graduated High School with Chad in 1990. Then quite by surprise Chad was deadheading on a flight I was working in 2017 at Republic . He was a great guy and Captain at Republic . He will be sorely missed .
Gordon Moore
October 29, 2024
I knew Chad most of his airline career and had the pleasure of flying with him quite a bit. He was an amazing guy and we loved trading "voices" and altered song lyrics back and forth to the point where we laughed so hard our ribs hurt and tears were streaming down our faces! We shared a lot of laughter and a lot of serious philosophical conversation as well, he will always be part of my fondest memories out there flying the line. I will miss you buddy!
Gordo
Mimi Pearce-Clark
October 29, 2024
People often ask me if I knew Chad since he was from my hometown and they ask if I had flown with him? I deeply regret that I never had the opportunity to be part of his flight crew. May his family find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Photini Hatzidafni
October 29, 2024
So sorry to hear this. Flying with Chad was always filled with humor and positivity. We have lost a truly good one.
Candi Carbajal
October 29, 2024
Chad was an amazing captain and friend. I loved our trips together. He was so fun, funny and just all around amazing. My favorite trip was when we were in Jacksonville, Fl and there was a grand white piano in the hotel, he played and sang us a song. So beautiful. This is a picture from the video I have of that day. He will forever be missed. Rest peacefully my friend.
Amie Napier
October 29, 2024
Chad was the candy man I could always count on eating alot of candy flying with him,Along with many laughs.He will truly be missed by many rest in peace Chad you have gotten your golden wings
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