USAF Ellis Burnett Colonel McClintick (RET)

McClintick, Ellis Burnett, Colonel USAF (Ret)

November 12, 2023

ELLIS BURNETT McCLINTICK, COLONEL USAF, RETIRED

World War Two Veteran and longtime resident of Sarpy County, Ellis McClintick passes away on November 12, 2023 at age 101. He retired from the U.S. Air Force at the Strategic Air Command Headquarters on November 1, 1972, after completing over 30 years of active duty service. He was the husband of Rhoda "Rae" (Enslow) McClintick for nearly 50 years and they were the parents of four sons, eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and six great, great grandchildren. Rae preceded him in death in August 1996. Also preceding him in death are his parents, Wm. Alta and Louella (Burnett) McClintick, three sisters, three brothers and their wives.

Ellis served in Europe during WWII as B-17 "Flying Fortress" navigator in the 390th Bombardment Group. After he survived his tour of aerial combat, he completed pilot training and continued to serve during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts and the Cold War as a Command Pilot, Staff Officer and Commander. Among the medals he received in recognition of his service are four Air Medals, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Polish Home Army Cross, and the French Legion of Honor.

Ellis is survived by four sons: James E. (Deanna), Lincoln, NE; Phillip R. (Deborah), Louisville, KY; Thomas R.; William A. (Elizabeth); plus eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and six great, great grandchildren across the USA. Also by devoted companion, Bonnie S. Heald of the Hillcrest Grand Lodge and a surviving sister-in-law Laurene McClintick of Indian Wells, CA.

The family will greet friends at the Bellevue Memorial Chapel on Friday November 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. with services held on Saturday November 18 at 10:30 a.m. A graveside ceremony with Military Honors will be conducted at the Bellevue Cemetery following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to 390th Memorial Museum, 6000 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson, AZ 85756; or on line at 390th.org

BELLEVUE MEMORIAL CHAPELHeafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler, 2202 Hancock Street,Bellevue, NE (402) 291-50

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