1922
2012
George "Ed" Wagasky Jr., 89, of Las Vegas, passed away suddenly Sunday, April 1, 2012. He was born June 2, 1922 in Duquesne, Pa. Ed was a 26-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a decorated fighter pilot who flew P-47s and P-51s in Europe during World War II. He was a husband and father who loved to barbeque, build model airplanes, especially the ones that he and his son flew in the U.S. Air Force, and play poker! Now he is holding the best hand of all, the hand of God. He is survived by his beloved high school sweetheart and wife, of 66 years, Nell; son, Ski; daughter-in-law, Linda; three grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He will be missed by all that knew him. Services will be at 10 a.m., Friday, April 6, at Palm Mortuary, 7400 W. Cheyenne Ave., Las Vegas.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2 Entries
April 13, 2012
Sorry for you. I know when my dad died it was very emotional for me. I tried to call you last week but you were probably at the funeral. God bless you. Theresa Tilton Colorado Springs 7193386668
April 9, 2012
I salute George Wagasky, Jr., a WWII veteran and fighter pilot with the 365th Fighter Group, the Hell Hawks. His D-Day exploits were extraordinary as he flew his battle-damaged plane back to England following a successful bombing mission. God bless Ed and his family, and thank you for your defense of our freedom.
Tom Jones
co-author, "Hell Hawks!"
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Funeral services provided by:
Palm Northwest Mortuary & Cemetery6701 North Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89131
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more