KR netters,
I received word via e-mail that long time KR2 builder and flier, Willie Wilson, lost his battle with cancer on June 14. Willie and his lovely wife, Margaret, attended many of the KR Gatherings over the years and always earned their spot as one of the finest memories of the Gathering. Those of you that didn't get to meet Willie personally might remember him speaking to the group in the hangar at the 2010 Gathering at Richmond, Kentucky. I have considered Willie a friend since our first meeting at the 1990 Gathering at Rough River, Kentucky and was fortunate to have Willie and Margaret spend time with Sallie and I in our home on one of their visits to the U.S. Willie grew up on a small farm in Scotland, entered into aviation at a young age, and finished his career flying 747's for British Airways. Willie always had a story to share and it was a delight to hear him share them with anyone that asked. I personally, and the entire aviation community, especially the KR community, have lost an irreplaceable friend. Larry Flesner
