RATH JAMES F

MAJ James F. Rath was a potential VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 02/17/2009 at the age of 62.7
El Paso, TX
Flight Class 67-22
Date of Birth 06/23/1946
Served in the U.S. Army
This information was provided by Ken Morrow

More detail on this person: MAJ. JAMES FREDERICK RATH (RET) passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at the age of 62. Mr. Rath lived in El Paso for the last 39 years and was a Vietnam Veteran and retired helicopter and fixed wing pilot in the United States Army. After retiring from the Army with several accommodations such as the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and the Army Commendation Medal, Jim worked for the El Paso Community College as Director of Industrial Programs until 2002. Jim was an avid golfer, loved to travel and was a wonderful father, husband and great friend. He is survived by his wife, Oween, daughter Sandy Rath-Johnson, mother-in-law Margaret Tumey and brother Steve Rath. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, February 23, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Peace Lutheran Church, 1699 Belvidere, with Pastor Wayne Kendrick officiating. Interment will follow at Ft. Bliss National Cemetery with full military honors. Services entrusted to Martin Funeral Home West, 128 North Resler.

Published in the El Paso Times from 2/22/2009 - 2/24/2009

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