Passages

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

The Passing of Retired Brother Jerry De Shong

It is with a sad heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Jerry De Shong on September 5, 2023. Jerry had started at American Airlines in 1967 and retired in 2013 from the position of Inspector, Aviation Maintenance Technician. Please keep the De Shong family in your thoughts and prayers. Jerry…

The Passing of Retired Brother Curtis Lyons

It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of retired Brother Curtis Lyons on September 6, 2023. Curtis had been with us here at American Airlines since 2002 working as an Aviation Maintenance Technician and retired in 2020. Please keep the Lyons family in your thoughts and prayers. Funeral arrangements…

A Union-Made Labor Day BBQ Shopping Guide

Labor Day weekend is here. And what a year it has been for the labor movement! With workers standing strong together in Hollywood, at hotels all over Los Angeles, at UPS, and at the Big Three automakers, it has been a hot labor summer indeed. This comes from our friends over at Labor 411 Happy…

The Passing of Retired Brother Tim A. Pipkins Jr.

We are sad to announce that on August 19, 2023, at the age of 81, Tim A. Pipkins Jr. (Tulsa, Oklahoma) passed away. Tim had started with American Airlines in 1972 and retired in 2003 from the position of Crew Chief Parts Washer. Please keep the Pipkins family in your thoughts and prayers. Visitation was…