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| | | Major General (Ret) C. Reuben Autery |
| | Major General (Ret) C. Reuben Autery went to be with the Lord February 23, 2010 at the age of 76. He was born September 23, 1933 in Corrigan, Texas to Willie and Pearl Autery. He graduated from Baylor University and Baylor Law School. He went on to a 30 year career in the Air Force and a 13 year career in the private sector as president of GAMA. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his brothers, Dr. Bill Autery and Clay Autery. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Charlotte, his daughter, Lyn, and her husband, Dan, and his son, Reuben, Jr., and his wife, Beth; and seven grandchildren. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Boerne, a member of various organizations, and he served on several boards. While the family appreciates the beauty of flowers, they request that memorial donations be made to one of these organizations: First Baptist Church of Boerne, Air Force Village, or Vision Forum. Funeral Services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Boerne at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, March 1, 2010. A reception and lunch will follow. Military honors and interment will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, March 1, 2010 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. |
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| Service Information| Service Location | | | First Baptist Church of Boerne |
| Additional Service Information | | First Baptist Church of Boerne at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, March 1, 2010. Military honors and interment will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, March 1, 2010 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas |
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2/26/2010 |
Col Linda Quintero (USAF, Ret)
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Spring Branch |
TX |
Worked for Maj Gen Autery |
Dear Mrs. Autery and Autery Family,
I was so sad to read about Maj Gen Autery in the San Antonio Express News. I had the privilege and pleasure of working for and being mentored by him while I was assigned to HQ USAF/PRP from 1985 to 1987. Gen Autery was a great leader and a gentleman, a "class act." I appreciated all the support and encouragement he provided to me as I worked the halls of the Pentagon. He officiated at my promotion to major and he made the ceremony very special for me and my parents. You have my sympathy and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Linda Quintero, Colonel, USAF (Retired)
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2/26/2010 |
Arnie Dahl |
Tulsa |
Oklahoma |
Air Force fellow air crewmember |
Dearest Charlotte,
Although we knew this time was coming, it is hard to accept Rube's passing. However, as Christians we know that Rube is now at peace and full of joy in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Rube has experienced "the flight of a lifetime" as he passed into eternity and into the company of so many fellow believers, and we can each take comfort in Christ's promise that we will see Rube again. At that time we will be in perfect surroundings with so many "folks made perfect, once and for all" beause of their faith in God and in the supreme sacrifice of our Lord Jesus.
I so appreciate Rube's influence on me as a young airman with the 42nd TRS in France. It never left me or was forgotten. It was an honor to be a part of his air crew and I am proud to call him my friend. He was a great role model and a true world changer.
May God Bless each of you with his wonderful PEACE,
Sincerely,
Arnie Dahl and Dr. Patricia A. Daily-Dahl |
2/26/2010 |
Gerry Parker |
Houston |
TX |
Air Force |
Charlotte - Rube was one-of-a-kind. It was a pleasure flying with him in Europe and working together on the B-66 memorial. His solid and unwavering support as president of the B-66 Destroyer Association made our memorial possible.
Suzy and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerry and Suzy Parker |
2/26/2010 |
Mary Smith Carson |
Vienna |
VA |
GAMA and American Gas Association |
Reuben was a gentleman and a leader who welcomed and mentored me while at the American Gas Associatoin and GAMA. Both Reuben and Charlotte served as role models to Roger and I and we have the Charlotte and the family in our prayers. I thank God that I was given the opportunity to work and learn from him. |
2/26/2010 |
John McNamara |
Mt. Juliet |
TN |
Gama |
Reuben was a pleasure to work with duringg my terms as chair of the statistical programs. He was a gentlemen at all times. |
2/26/2010 |
Bob Messerli |
Fair Oaks Ranch,
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TX |
Friend |
Dear Charlotte and Family,
My deepest sympathy in the passing away of Reuben. Having been assigned together during our Air Force careers Rueben always characterized the very highest calibre of Air Force Officer qualities. He was a great friend to all who knew him and a true patriot. His contributions to the Air Force and our great country will be everlasting!
May GOD bless all of you in this time of sorrow.
Bob Messerli
Major General, USAF-ret |
2/27/2010 |
John Heberlein |
Germantown |
MD |
GAMA |
It was an honor and pleasure to know and work with Gen. Autery at GAMA. He was true gentlemen and a wonderful role model. |
2/28/2010 |
Dave, Helen, Mike McCracken |
Cheyenne,
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WY |
Air Force friends |
Dearest Charlotte, Reuben, Jr. and Lyn: We were so greatly saddened to learn of Reuben's death; thank you for letting us know. What a grief for all of us! Reuben was liked, admired, respected and loved, and will be remembered by all as the finest of officers. Dave and I and Mike, too, will remember him as a dear friend. Please know we will be holding each of you close in heart and prayer tomorrow (Monday), and will be sending a letter to you soon. Lovingly, The McCracken family |
2/28/2010 |
Norm Goldberg |
Waco |
TX |
B-66 Association |
Dear Charlotte and family,
Although we were in different squadrons while in France, we still shared many hours together on alert on the 60s. Rube always was the life of the party, great sense of humor, and an outstanding personality. So happy to have been able to get together at the B-66 reunions after all these years. God bless! |
2/28/2010 |
Gerald Hanner |
Papillion |
Nebraska |
USAF |
Charlotte:
Linda and I offer our sincerest condolences to you and your family. Having had Reuben as my boss for a while I came to know what a special person he is. His sense of humor, along with his dedication and down-to-Earth common sense are things I will always remember. Linda remembers fondly the both of you during the time we were in the 28th Bomb Wing.
It was a delight to learn that Reuben had flown the B-66 and agreed to be the president of the B-66 Destroyer Association. His wisdom and practicality inspired all of us, especially his support and advice in acquiring and installing the B-66 memorial at the USAF Museum.
You and your family are in our thoughts. |
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