ZACSEK EUGENE J

CW2 Eugene "Gene" J. Zacsek was a VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 09/14/2008 at the age of 65.6 from Pnuemonia
Glendale, AZ
Flight Classes 68-519 and 68-35
Date of Birth 02/13/1943
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with 170 AHC in 69-70
Call sign in Vietnam BUCCANEER 2
This information was provided by Aaron Bisaillon, David D. Baker

More detail on this person: Excellent gun pilot and IP. Took his job very seriously and was a bit of a loner in Viet Nam. Received a direct commission to Captain after returning from Vietnam and remained in Army for serval years, but did not retire. He stayed in aviation for some years owning his own airplanes. He was a world class automotive technican and retired from a dealship chain 3 years ago, with hobbies that included antique car building, house add-ons and spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors: Wife Jeannie, four daughters and two sons.

From: David D. Baker

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