Category: Passages

“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

The Passing of Retired Brother Glenn Bean

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Glenn Bean, who left us on June 14th, 2026. Glenn was an integral part of our American Airlines family for over 42 years, starting his career with us in 1967. He dedicated himself to serving our airline and its passengers with…

The Passing of Brother Patrick Weber

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our longtime member and Brother, Patrick Weber, on June 11, 2026. Patrick was a dedicated member of the American Airlines team for three decades. He began his career with us in 1996 as an Overhaul Support Mechanic and, through his hard work and…

The Passing of Brother Troy Labombard

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Union brother, Troy Labombard, on June 8th, 2026. Troy was a dedicated member of our community and a mainstay here at American Airlines, where he began his career as an Aviation Maintenance Technician in 1988. His years of skill, hard work, and commitment…

The Passing of Retired Brother Don Foster

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved retired brother, Don Foster, on March 30, 2026. Don began his career with American Airlines in 1988 as a dedicated Machinist and served with pride and skill until his retirement in 2009. He was a valued member of our community and will be deeply missed by all…

The Passing of Sister Linda Jaques

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Linda Jaques, who left us on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Linda began her journey with American Airlines in 1996, starting as a Building Cleaner. Her dedication and hard work quickly earned her a promotion to Aircraft Cleaner, just a few months…

The Passing of Retired Brother David Dallenbach

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of brother David Dallenbach, who left us on May 25, 2026. David started working here at American Airlines in 1988 as a Plant Maintenance Mechanic in Facilities Maintenance. After a dedicated career, he retired on April 30, 2008. Please keep David’s family in your thoughts…

The Passing of Brother Cory Conrady

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Brother Corey Conrady. On May 13th, 2026, Cory Conrady was found unresponsive by his mother in their home.  Cory worked as an Aviation Maintenance Technician who joined our American Airlines team in 2019. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Conrady…

The Passing of Retired Brother Claude Edward Ragsdale

Claud Ragsdale

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved retired brother, Claude Ragsdale, on May 1st, 2026. Brother Ragsdale spent over three decades serving American Airlines, beginning his career in 1967. His dedication and expertise led him to the esteemed position of Crew Chief Overhaul Mechanic, Machinist, a role he held…

The Passing of Retired Brother Denorvice Howard

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Brother Denorvice “T Boy” Howard on April 18th, 2026, a beloved member of our union family. Brother Howard dedicated over 20 years of service to American Airlines, working tirelessly as a Blasting Machine Operator, Parts Washer, and Overhaul Support Mechanic. We will deeply…

The Passing of Brother Dennis DeVries

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother Dennis DeVries on April 14th, 2026. Dennis was a valued and respected Aviation Maintenance Technician who joined American Airlines in 1990 and served with distinction for many years. We extend our deepest condolences to the DeVries family and ask that you keep them…