Tribute page

This page is dedicated to the memory of our members of the W.A.S.P.S. who are no longer with us. Although they may no longer be physically with us, their presence is still about us in everything we do. Each member played an important role in molding the club to what it has become today, and for that, they will live on eternally in our memories, and in our hearts.

Retired Lt. Col. David W. Decker

Member 198x - 1993

David Decker was the father of Vo Decker. We started flying RC airplanes together over 22 years ago as a father-son hobby (one of the few around at that time), and attended numerous pattern and fun-fly competitions that I competed in at the time. My dad and I joined the club in about 2 years after it was formed. He passed away in December of 1993 of his second bout of cancer, and will truly be missed by all. Not only was he a good member, but my reason for being the person I am today. Love ya dad!

Francis McCracken

Charter Member, Honorary Lifetime Member

Member 1986 - 199x

"Franie" was a great man. We'll always remember him by his characteristic blip stick flying technique that carried over from the days of pulse radios. He was also a member of the Cloud Dancers of Kissemmee, FL. He will be missed, and remembered always.

Milton Greene

Charter Member, Field Marshall

Member 1986 - 199x

Milt was another great aviator. He was famous in this area for his self designed giant scale Waco's. Milt would help out when we needed his expertise, and always gave the club his all. He will be missed and remembered by all for all of his contributions to the club. Our Piper Cub weathervane was constructed by Milt many years ago, and is still in use today. His workmanship was second to none, and his planes and designs proved that point.