More detail on this person: Harry F. Pellett
Jr., 64, died Sept. 17, 2011, at his residence.
He was born Dec. 29, 1946, in Portland, Maine and
graduated from Cheverus High School. After high
school he joined the U.S. Army and attended
helicopter flight school, followed by a tour of
duty in South Vietnam. He received many medals,
citations and awards for his service in Southeast
Asia.
Upon his return, Harry taught at North East Areo
Tech., and was a licensed A & E aircraft mechanic.
He worked for Bar Harbor Air Lines and continued
his love of aviation as an FAA controller at
Bangor International Airport. Harry was a member
of the Maine Army National Guard for 25 years with
the 112th Medical Air Ambulance Company, retiring
as chief warrant officer 4.
After his retirement, he kept active as a bus
driver for the city of Bangor. He enjoyed
volunteering at Maine Veterans Home, Bangor, as a
Eucharistic minister, St. Mary's Catholic Church
and the Knights of Columbus. He was a certified
presenter for Operation Life Saver of Maine and a
member of the Experimental Aircraft Association.
Harry had a passion for trains, antique car shows,
photography, gardening, writing, his cats and a
love of quiet country living.
Harry is survived by his former wife, Joan Fowler
of Old Town; their one son and his family, their
two daughters and their families, his three half
brothers and numerous other relatives and friends.
Donations can be made to Bangor Humane
Society; Maine Veterans Home, Bangor; and/or
Troop Greeters at Bangor International Airport.
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