KOLB HAROLD R

WO1 Harold "Hal" R. Kolb was a VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 04/19/2016 at the age of 69.0
Olympia, WA
Flight Classes 71-31 and 71-25
Date of Birth 04/29/1947
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with C/16 CAV in 72-73
Call sign in Vietnam DARK HORSE 15
This information was provided by Sammie Williams

More detail on this person: Harold Kolb "Hal," 68, born April 29, 1947 in Coburg, Germany, passed away unexpectedly on April 19, 2016. A highly decorated Vietnam helicopter pilot who was awarded the D.F.C. and Purple Heart, he had a long career flying for the Washington National Guard and was one of the first pilots to rescue survivors of the Mt. St. Helens eruption. He was always passionate about flying, pheasant hunting and, more recently, woodworking, while tending to life on his mini farm. He is survived by his wife, Judy; sons, Eric and Darin (Kelly); beloved grandchildren, Tyler, Hannah, Kailey, Makenzie, Justin, Jessie, Reese; and his bird dog, Ellie. Rest in peace Papa. Arrangements through Funeral Alternatives of Washington, 360-753-1065.

This information was last updated 05/18/2016

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Date posted on this site: 01/11/2025