“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother and retired American Airlines Material Logistics Specialist Crew Chief, Gerald Reynolds. Gerald passed away on August 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service to our union family. Gerald began his remarkable 40-year career with American Airlines in 1953,…
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of our brother, Nathan Shipman, who left us far too soon on August 20th, 2025. Brother Shipman was a dedicated and proud member of Transport Workers Union Local 514. Nathan began his career with American Airlines in 2024 as a cleaner, but his hard work…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cecil Horton, a dedicated Aviation Maintenance Technician and valued member of our union family. Cecil passed away on August 17, 2025. Cecil began his career with American Airlines in Tulsa, Oklahoma in 1987 and worked for over 26 years before retiring in 2013. During…
We are deeply saddened by the loss of a fellow technician and friend David Bradford on August 15th, 2025. David joined our American Airlines family in 2015 as a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic. Over the past decade he earned a reputation for skill, punctuality, and a steady hand on the shop floor. Colleagues recall his willingness to mentor…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Brother Keith Blanton, a dedicated and loyal member of our union family, on August 6, 2025. Brother Blanton’s remarkable career at American Airlines in Tulsa, Oklahoma spanned over three decades, beginning in 1988. Throughout his tenure, he demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication…
It is with profound regret that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Michael Bruce Riley, who departed this life on August 5th, 2025. Brother Riley was a dedicated and proud member of our union family, serving as an Aviation Maintenance Technician at American Airlines in Tulsa. Born on January 18th, 1953, Brother Riley…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Brother Donald Devine on July 7th, 2025, a dedicated and respected member of our American Airlines family. Brother Devine retired in 2023 as a Crew Chief Aviation Maintenance Technician, capping off an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades. Born on August 15th, 1956,…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Edward Jenkins Jr., a dedicated and longtime member of the American Airlines Local 514 family. James, who was 92 years old, passed away on July 24th, 2025, in Broken Arrow, OK. James began his career with American Airlines in 1967 and spent over…
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Hank King. A dedicated member of the American Airlines family, Hank spent 28 years serving our airline in various roles before retiring as an Aviation Maintenance Technician Crew Chief in 1997. Hank’s passion for work and commitment to our union were evident throughout his…
With profound sadness, we announce Brother Alan Ludwig’s passing on July 8th, 2025. Brother Ludwig began his career with American Airlines in 1990 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician. His unwavering commitment to excellence and dedication to his craft earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and superiors alike. As we mourn the loss…