“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 Retired Brother James Brute, who left us on January 18th, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on August 11, 1928, Brother Brute dedicated his life to serving others, including his 30 years of service to American Airlines. Brother Brute began his career with…
It is with a sense of loss that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Lemuel Taylor, on January 6th, 2026. Brother Taylor began his dedicated service to American Airlines in 1977 and spent over two decades contributing to the success of our team. He proudly held the position of Inspector until his well-deserved…
It is with regret that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Brian Zinter, on February 5, 2026. Brian was a dedicated member of our American Airlines family, serving as an Aviation Maintenance Technician from 1985 until 1991, when he took on the role of Inspector – a position he held with distinction until…
We mourn the loss of D. Ford Carlton, who passed away on January 30th, 2026. Ford’s remarkable career as an Aviation Maintenance Technician with American Airlines spanned over 25 years, from 1969 to his retirement in 1994. Ford’s dedication to his craft and his commitment to the safety and excellence of American Airlines earned him…
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our retired brother, Billy Ray Blue, who passed away on January 21, 2026. Brother Blue dedicated over two decades of his life to American Airlines, starting his career as a Guard in 1986 and later transitioning to an Overhaul Support Mechanic in 1995.…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved union brother, Roy Joe Elam, on January 19, 2026. Born on December 10, 1945, Roy dedicated his life to his family, friends, and career as a skilled tradesman. Roy’s legacy at American Airlines began in 1987, where he worked tirelessly for over…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Tim Gatzemeyer on January 16, 2026. After a distinguished career at American Airlines, spanning over 18 years as an Aviation Maintenance Technician, Tim retired in 2006. Tim will be deeply missed by all who knew him, particularly those who worked alongside…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Willie Yarbrough, who departed this life on January 9th, 2026. Brother Yarbrough was a dedicated member of our Union family and a loyal employee of American Airlines, serving our company with distinction from 1968 until his retirement in 1996 as an…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of retired Brother Freddie Rentie, a dedicated member of our Union family, on January 12th, 2026. Brother Rentie began his career with American Airlines in 1998 as a Building Cleaner, before transitioning to the role of Stock Clerk in 1999, a position he proudly held…
RIP Brother Keith Poage (January 8th, 2026) Our union family is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved retired brother, Keith Poage. Keith spent over 27 years serving American Airlines, dedicating himself to his work as a Mechanic Overhaul, Machinist. Keith began his career with American Airlines in 1991 and went on to retire…