“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 Jim Blouch on September 9th, 2025. Jim dedicated his life and career to serving our union, American Airlines, and the community. He began his journey with us in 1985 as a Material Logistics Specialist, and after 31 years of service, he retired…
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Brother Bill Stookey (1945-2025), who passed away on August 17th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 80 years young at the time of his departure. Brother Stookey began his career with American Airlines in 1985 and dedicated over 20 years of service…
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our dear brother, David Kissee, on September 1, 2025. Born on November 27, 1962, David joined the American Airlines family in 1994 as an Aviation Maintenance Technician. For over three decades, he brought unwavering dedication, meticulous skill, and a steady, friendly presence to every aircraft…
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, Dennis Hanby, on August 29, 2025. Dennis joined our union in 1987 and dedicated his career as an Aviation Maintenance Technician at American Airlines. He retired on May 31, 2025, after a remarkable 38 years of service to our organization. Born on…
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…