Addison Olie Logan, Major General (Ret.),
May 28/28- Oct 5/13
Olie passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Olie was a native of Birmingham, Alabama and a graduate of Samford University. He was 85 years old.
He was preceded in death by his father, Horace A. Logan, and his mother, Mable Blankenship Logan. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Romese Blankenship Logan; his sister Joan Adams of Birmingham; his son Kevin Logan (Susan) of Destin, Florida; his daughter, Lisa Logan Johnston (Randy) of Birmingham. He has six wonderful grandchildren, Lindsay Johnston Brown (Jake), Logan Johnston, Jamie Johnston, Annie Logan, Sarah Jane Logan and Katie Logan.
His military career with the Air National Guard and United States Air Force began in 1948 and continued with 40 years of service until his retirement in 1988. Olie served in Korea, France and Germany. He was a command pilot and spent his military career in tactical air command of the USAF and retired as Commander of 117 Air National Guard. He was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal while serving in Europe. He was awarded the Legion of Merit while serving in the United States. Olie was honored with numerous awards and decoration from the USAF and State of Alabama throughout his forty years of service. He also completed the Air War College, Air Command and Staff College and other USAF schools during his military career.
His past civic affiliations include the National Guard Association of the United States, The National Guard Association of Alabama, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Quiet Birdman, Birmingham Rotary, and past President of the Air Force Association, Chapter 100.
Visitation is at 1pm on October 8 at Elmwood Chapel with a Service at 2pm.
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September 29, 2023
Family
Marsha Killian
I still miss you olie. You were a legend for sure.
October 15, 2013
Marsha Killian
Dearest Romese and family, I was back in Beaver Valley when Doris called me and told me of Olie's passing. I can't tell you how much I have always missed him. He was surely a mentor to me and my love of aviation. I miss his sense of humor and everything about him. Please take care Romese, it's hard to lose your mate of so many years.
Love to all of you,
Marsha
October 15, 2013
Paul Sumner
I'm so sorry that one of my favorite people in the whole wide world has passed away. I feel as though a big chunk of me went with him but a lot of fond memories remain. Much love and sympathy to his family.
October 13, 2013
Winn-Dixie Pharmacy
The entire staff of Winn-Dixie Pharmacy wants to offer our condolences in the loss of a great man. I spoke with him on the last Friday and he was so pleasant and nice to me. He will certainly be missed by everyone who knew him.If there is anything any of us can do for you please call. Your friends, Rickey, Ashleigh, Jan and Linda
October 8, 2013
Linda Muroski Luecke
My mom and I are so sorry to have missed Mr. Logan's funeral . He is a big part of our neighborhood memories ! Do I remember correctly that a helicopter landed in our circle ? He told me a story one time about when I was a little girl and my mom was looking for me . I was sitting on the back porch with him while he was smoking his pipe ! You know , I've always loved the smell of a pipe and after he told me that story , I know why . Good man . Good , good man .
October 8, 2013
Chaplain Gene and Joan Mills
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you grieve over your loss. May God's love comfort you this day and in weeks to come.
October 8, 2013
Romese, my sympathy and prayers to you and your family. You have lost such a wonderful man. I remember with such pleasure all the trips to dinners and conventions we all attended through the years. General is saying hello to Ben, Fred, and so may more gone before him.
Jane Long
October 7, 2013
DEANNA TRUCKS
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MAJOR GENERAL LOGAN'S PASSING I REMEMBER HIM WHEN I WAS IN THE 117TH HE WAS A GREAT MAN AND A WONDERFUL ASSET TO THE MILITARY.
October 7, 2013
Bill Cowan
The entire Logan family has my heart &
prayers. The country has lost a great man. The rest of us have lost a great friend & mentor. I am proud to say i knew him.
October 6, 2013
David Frazer, LtCol USAF/Ret
RIP my friend. I enjoyed knowing and serving with you in the 117TRW & 106TRS. Give my regards to Papa, Stud, Jaws, Roundman, and the rest of the gang waiting for you to join them when you "Touch the face of God."
October 6, 2013
Elmer Harris
For years of flying in the ANG, it was my pleasure to have worked with and for General Logan. He was a friend, leader, boss, and advisor to many including me not only in the ANG, but also in many civilian endeavers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially to Romese during this difficly time. Elmer Harris.
October 6, 2013
Betsy Koepsel
Sarah Jane, your grandfather was a man dedicated to his country and his family. I know you are so proud of him as he was of you, I'm sure. Love, Betsy Koepsel
October 6, 2013
Janice Nikkel
To the entire Logan family - Romese, Kevin & Susan, Lisa & RJ, and all the grandkids. . . we are very sorry for your loss. Olie will be missed by many. I got to know him from the time I was 11 when Randy married into the Logan family. Olie always made me feel so welcome, put up with my teenage ways (I spent hours in their living room watching MTV when it first came out!), and humouring me with his charming, southern drawl. Olie will be missed by many. I imagine he's swapping stories with mine and RJ's dad Burt. Both good story tellers . . . Praying for you all in the coming days! Janice
October 6, 2013
Alfred Beazley, MSgt AL ANG Ret.
General Logan was a great leader and a great person. It was an honor to have served with him in the Alabama Air Guard.
October 6, 2013
David (Tinker) McCutchin
General Logan was not only a great leader but a true friend. I will always remember him as one of the finest officers I served with. God Bless.
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