More detail on this person: Piney Flats - Harold Paul Bordeaux (The Major), 76, formerly of South
Dakota passed away late Thursday evening May 21, 2015 at his residence.
He was a graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. He served with the U.S Army achieving the
rank of Major during a span of almost 20 years. He proudly served 3 tours in Vietnam, earning the
Silver Star, The Distinguished Flying Cross along with 46 Air Medals. He worked extensively in the
Aeronautical Industries for companies such as Sikorsky, Lockheed Martin and Boeing until his
retirement. Following retirement he became an avid poker player.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Willard Bordeaux.
He is survived by his children, Andre Bordeaux, Harold Paul Bordeaux, Jr., Carmen Schubert; several
grandchildren; sister, Minnie Bordeaux; along with additional other family members and friends.
A military graveside service will be conducted at Arlington National Cemetery.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Bordeaux family.
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