Al Pierce This Guest Book has been kept online until 12/8/2010 by the Star-Telegram at http://www.legacy.com/gb2/default.aspx?bookid=1378821521882&eid=viewgb_120909 December 22, 2009 Barbara Ann, Allen and I were saddened to hear of Al's passing. Please call me when you get this message. ~ Melody and Allen Shelton Azle, Tx December 12, 2009 Barbara and Family, I am really sorry to hear of Mr. Pierces passing. I am very glad that he was able to attend the birthday party Sunday. I am sure that Casey is comforted by that. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. ~ Linda Yates, Jacksonville, Texas December 11, 2009 Barbara, So sorry to hear about Al. You are in my heart and prayers. ~ Melissa Gnepper, Grapevine, Texas December 10, 2009 Angus, So sorry for your loss. (Credit Union Member and VBS friend). ~ Marla Rickard-Puma, Weatherford, Texas December 10, 2009 Al was a good person and I'm glad I had a chance to know him during our airline years. I'm sorry I never had a chance to visit with him again after those years. He was highly respected as a pilot but more importantly, as a person who seemed "up" when many of us weren't. My heartfelt condolences to Al's wife and family. He will be missed. ~ H. A. "Frosty" Frost, Camdenton, Missouri December 10, 2009 No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. ~ Surgical Associates of the Mid-Cities, Bedford, Texas December 10, 2009 I was so sorry to hear about Al. I have many fond memories of Al and Barbara over the years - especially the ones that involve SCUBA diving and trips to Cozumel. Barbara, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ~ Mark Smith, Ft Worth, Texas December 09, 2009 Al: God speed Westbound. You were a good man,a great friend and an excellent pilot. Barbra Ann, I know that Al was much more than that to you and the rest of his beloved family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these most difficult days. Jack Gibson ~ Jack Gibson, Bradenton, Florida December 09, 2009 My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Al Pierce. I was a 1951 classmate of him, and at that time he was known as "Peanut"... a great classmate, and even though I have not seen him since our graduation, I have thought of him many times. May God give each of you comfort and peace in the days ahead. ~ Patsy (Adcock) McCanne, Class of 1951 Memphis High School December 09, 2009 I was a neighbor of Al's and one thing I can say for sure, Al loved children. I will miss his sweet smile and friendly wave. My deepest simpathy to Barb and family. Mindy Seals ~ Mindy Seals, Hurst, Texas December 09, 2009 Al was one of the best. From an old marine and Braniff buddy, ~ Bob Stuart, Grabbury. Texas December 09, 2009 May God provide you the comfort you need during this period. I graduated from Memphis High School with Al. I began my grief journey when my husband, John D. passed away in March. I have found that the Lord does sustain us. I will pray for y'all. ~ Patsy Clark, Grand Rapids, Michigan December 09, 2009 Barbara, I was deeply saddened when I heard the passing of Al (Pop). He will forever live in our hearts, and it was a pleasure to have known him. Pam Quattrochi ~ Pam Quattrochi, Fort Worth, Texas December 08, 2009 Another one of the really good ones to fly with has departed. My condolences to Barbara and the family. ~ Tom Hollister December 08, 2009 Bryon and I were saddened to read of Al's passing. It was our pleasure to have been a brief part of his life. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Bryon and Sue McNair ~ Sue McNair, Azle, Texas December 08, 2009 I saw Al for the first time since the fall of FAL about 3 weeks ago in DFW at the pilot's luncheon. A little lighter and stuck in a wheelchair he told me that he hoped to be out of the wheelchair soon. Otherwise he was the same gentleman with the sharp mind and quick wit. We were always based in different domiciles but I saw him enough on the road to call him a friend. It is the beginning of winter and as Ace Avakian says, 'the leaves are falling'. This 'leaf' will be sorely missed. ~ Ron Gallop, Kansas City, Missouri December 08, 2009 Al and I never flew together since we were at different bases but got to know him at conecting points and layovers. Really enjoyed his friendship after we retired as we took several RV trips together. Great person with a compelling sense of humor. He will be missed but not forgotten. Gene & Ann McCaleb ~ Gene McCaleb, Montgomery, Texas December 08, 2009 As an old CN/FL ramp rat, This is a sad day for all of us. Al was one of the greats. Took ski lessons from him may years ago. God bless Barbara and the rest of the family. Al will be missed by us all. Have a safe trip WEST. ~ Bill Kirkley, Euless, Texas December 08, 2009 All Al's many friends at the first Frontier Airlines are saddened to hear of his passing. Our condolences to his family. ~ Jake Lamkins, Fayetteville, Arkansas