James Allen “Captain” McKean

"I always enjoyed being around Jim. He was a very interesting person to me, as he was highly intelligent and a blast to be around. I will miss him and will remember the fun times"

"Dale,
Im so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you. I wish you comfort and peace, my friend.
Love,
Susan
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"Excitement always abound at our family gatherings. Uncle Jim Aunt Tana made me feel very special as a child. We had many fun times at the boat races and when they came to visit in Iowa."

"Dear Dale,
Its hard to imagine how much you must be hurting and I wish I could give you a big hug. Jim had such an easy, gracious way about him and he made everybody feel they were special to himI know he always made me feel that way.
I hope all the years of love and happy memories will be a comfort to you. All my thoughts and love are with you now and always.
With love, Sandy"

"Our love and aloha will accompany you through these tough times ahead. Aloha nui loa, Karin and Phil"

"Dale,

We are so sorry for your loss. Jim lived and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was a geat guy and we will always cherish those Happy Hours on the deck at the Lake with you and Jim.

Our thoughts are with you."

"Dale, our hearts are heavy with such a sudden loss. Were here for you at any time you may need a friend to share a moment.... Barbara and Jim"

"Elena and I will remember Jim as one of the Greats persons we ever met, a great friend and the last time we had a Long visit was on my Last Contiental Airlines Fight....May God Bless him and his family forever."

"Our hearts are deeply saddened by the passing of Captain Jim.
What a guy. We will NEVER forget him ...the memories live forever.
Our love to you and Sean,
Lee and Pam Meyners"

"Jim will be missed. We lost a great American but not his fighter pilot spirt. That spirit never dies.
God bless. signed: All the Hun drivers from the Iowa Air National Guard."

"Jim was good friend, an excellent pilot, a gentleman, and we had a ball when we flew together. He was lucky to have Dale by his side all these years.
Linda and I send our prayers to Dale and the family and wish Jim a safe flight West."

"May the sky aways stay blue and Happy Hour always start at 5:00 PM where ever you are."

"Another of our band of Brothers flies West, leaving us for now, lonely and proud to have known him. I flew with the 77th, 64 through 67.
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"Im so sorry to hear of your tragic loss.

Jim was a great guy and an excellent pilot. Some of the best memories that I have of the good ole days At CAL, I had with you and Jim.

My thoughts are with you.
Steve Cady"

"Dear Dale, please know that Tom and I send our love and prayers for comfort to you. Love you...Mary Ann CampbellHoran and Tom Horan"

"I just wanted to send my condolences to the family, I had the pleasure of taking care of Mr. Mckean at the Bradford He was a very nice man.May you find comfort in the arms of Jesus."

"At Tuy Hoa, RVN in early 1969 I got to know Jim as a great fighter pilot, leader and friend. He inspired me for my career and was a heck of a lot of fun to be around. I thank him and you for that. Sadly I never caught up with him after he left Vietnam and am shocked to see him leave us at such an early age. My deepest sympathy. He will be missed."

"Served with Jim in 79th TFS at RAF Woodbridge. Also knew Jim at USAF Academy, where I was 1 year ahead of him.

Fond memories. Gifted pilot.

Sounds like Jim lived all of his life to the fullest."

"I WAS IN THE 77TFS AT WEATHERSFIELD THE SAME THREE YEARS THAT HE WAS AT WOODBRIDGE. WE USED TO FIGHT FOR THE TOP GUN AWARDS BUT I COULD NEVER BEAT HIM AT NUKE. GREAT PERSON AND TREMENDOUS PILOT. PLEASE THROW SOME NICKLES ON THE GRASS FOR ME."

"Dale, so sorry to hear of Jims passing. Cant remember the number of flights the three of us had together, but quite a few. Some of the best times in my memory bank."

"We all remember the great times flying with Jim. Great memories, thank you
Jack"

"Jim was a great guy, a great pilot and a pleasure to work with every flight I flew with him Our prayers go out to all who loved him."

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I was in the class just before yours and knew you our whole carrier with Continental Airlines. God Bless Jim and may you rest in peace."

"Never had the pleasure of flying with Jim, but we all share a common bond that makes us brothers. May God Bless you and comfort you at this difficult time."

"We lost a good guy and great pilot."

"A great guy to fly with. I always like to hear his racing stories."

"Thank you Jim and Dale for letting me be a small part of your very
successful racing life and everyday life at the lake.
Ill miss you sorely Jim. Good Bless and Semper Fidelis.

Your UPS man,
Kelley"

"Carol and I want to believe that there was a supernaturally powerful and fast Baha all fueled and waiting on you. Well miss you, Jim."

"Dear Dale, Im so sorry that Jim passed away. We always had a great time flying together on the B727. He was an outstanding guy. I will always cherish the memories of flying with you and Jim. I still have the Christmas ornament that you made for me. As I hang it on the tree each Christmas it will stir many warm memories of our friendships. Respectfully yours, Guy N. Ullman"

"What a shock. I always enjoyed working with Jim and Dale, talking airplanes and boats, mostly boats Hell be missed."

"My regrets are with Jims family. Jim was a good friend from years past, when we were based together in England with the Air Force and later with Continental Airlines. I wish him a safe flight."

"Dale I am so sorry for your loss, it happen so fast. My prayers are with you.

Love ya,
Chuck

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"Dale,

My heart goes out to you and Jims family. May God, love all of you at this time.

God Bless,

Michael Catron"

"Thinking of you your family."

"Thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Kimberly Silcox
Receptionist
The Bradford at Brookside"