Category: Passages

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

The Passing of Retired Brother Donald Drury

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother Donald Ray Drury, who left this world on May 15th, 2025, at the age of 80. For over three decades, Don served with distinction in the aviation industry, dedicating his life to maintaining the safety and efficiency of air travel. As an Aviation…

The Passing of Brother Kelly Walker

It is with great sadness that we share the news of Brother Kelly Walker’s passing on May 16th, 2025. Kelly joined American Airlines as an Aviation Maintenance Technician in 1990 and served with distinction, rising through the ranks to become a respected Crew Chief in 2011. His commitment to safety, professionalism, and camaraderie inspired countless…

The Passing of Retired Brother Steven Attebury

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Steven Attebury on April 30th, 2025. Steven had started working here at American Airlines in 1984 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician in 2023. Please keep the Attebury family in your thoughts and prayers. Obituary for…

The Passing of Brother Scott Davis

With great sadness we share with you the passing of Brother Scott Alan Davis, a devoted husband, father, and friend, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at the age of 65. Scott had started working with us here at American Airlines in 1979 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician, the took a…

The Passing of Brother Justin Godbey 

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brother Justin Godbey on April 29th, 2025.An Aviation Maintenance Technician at American Airlines. Brother Justin had been serving our community since 2019 and will be deeply missed by his colleagues and friends. Rest in peace, Brother Justin. Your legacy lives on through the many…

The Passing of Retired Brother Rex Wilkin

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rex Wilkin on April 24th 2025, a devoted union brother, dedicated American Airlines inspector, and cherished friend to many. Rex started working here at American Airlines in 1985 and retired in 2015 from Aviation Maintenance Technician – Inspector. Please keep the Wilkin family in…

The Passing of Retired Brother Dennis Ray Ellsworth

We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of retired Brother Dennis Ellsworth on April 16th, 2025. Dennis started working here at American Airlines in 1977, he worked as a Blasting Machine Operator and in 1995 became a Overhaul Support Mechanic and then retired in 2010. Please keep the Ellsworth Family in your…

The Passing of Retired Brother Thomas Blaho

With a heavy heart we share with you the passing of retired Brother Thomas Blaho on April 3rd, 2025. Tom started working with us here at American Airlines in 1985 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician in 2010. Please keep the Blaho family in your thoughts and prayers. Thomas Stephen Blaho, beloved…

The Passing of Brother Chris Jirasek

We are deeply saddened to share with you the passing of Brother Chris Jirasek on April 19th, 2025. Chris started working with us at American Airlines in 1997 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician. Please keep the Jirasek family in your thoughts and prayers. Funeral Service at Dillon Funeral Service 1200 North Cleveland Avenue Sand Springs,…

The Passing of Retired Brother John Fisher

It’s with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Brother John Fisher, on April 10, 2025. John started working at American Airlines in 1960 and retired from the position of Aviation Maintenance Technician – Crew Chief in 1996. Please keep the Fisher family in your thoughts and prayers. No other details were made available at…