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Posted by: Matthew McGuire - Cheshire, CT
Aug 13, 2021

Godspeed and a smooth transition my friend of 48 years. I will always treasure the flight helmet and oxygen mask you gave me. A fellow pilot and Unitik.

Posted by: Teddy Adams - Albuquerque, NM - friend
Feb 18, 2021

I'm Very Grateful.............and, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, Frank.......... after A Long life I'm Hoping YOU'RE RESTING AT PEACE !

Posted by: Michael Catalano - Sioux Falls, SD
Jan 22, 2021

Thank you so much for your service to our country. God bless.

Posted by: Larry Alexander - Muncie, IN
Dec 25, 2020

Franks family . Death is never easy I just lost my ex husband Tommy as well. My heart goes out to you and your family . He is in heaven now. Preparing the way for us till we meet again . Loved and missed and never forgotten.

Angie sanders

Posted by: Angela Zumpano sanders - Friend
Dec 09, 2020

Franklin. I miss seeing you everyday. You were my neighbor and my friend. I wish that I would have spent more time with you. But I know I will see you again and we will have a laugh. Your smile and soul was one of a kind. You will never be forgotten and will be missed here on the Westside. We all admired your spirit and your legacy. Until we meet again.

Posted by: Anna Vannelli - Colorado Springs, CO - neighbor
Dec 06, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Posted by: Alishia
Dec 05, 2020

P.S. I forgot to add the Pine Valley photo. Carol Potts Todd

Posted by: CAROL J TODD - Acquaintance
Dec 03, 2020

Dear Family of Frank Macon, My sisters and I once met Frank at a Colorado Springs Natives' Club meeting. He was a fascinating guest and as natives, our paths had crossed before. Our family owned the Pine Valley Dairy (now on Air Force Academy grounds) from 1935-1945. My older sisters, Joan & Marlene, remember the Pine Valley Airfield was on a ridge above the valley, not where the Air Force Academy Airfield is today. They rode their horses up there to watch small planes take off and land, probably one of Frank's! Our parents, aunts and uncles , and ourselves all graduated from Colorado Springs/Palmer High School also, We three sisters had long civil service careers at Fort Carson, Air Academy, and NORAD. One of my most beloved co-workers was Marion Rodgers, another Tuskegee Airman, Lt Col, pilot, who passed away at 95 in 2017. I am sure he and Frank knew each other. These men were true heroes in a time that did not readily accept them, working doubly hard to achieve their dreams and serve our country.
Our hearts, prayers and sympathy to Frank's family, Carol Todd, Joan Roberts, Marlene Clayton (Potts Family of Pine Valley Dairy)

Posted by: CAROL J TODD - Acquaintance
Dec 03, 2020

His grace and dignity was exceptional, he will always be remembered for his dedication and service to his country. I was fortunate enough to have met him and he was a true gentleman. To his family, please accept my sincere condolences. Words cannot express how much he will be missed.

Posted by: Bill Foster - Atlanta, GA - acquaintance
Dec 02, 2020

I met Frank a few years ago, when he was being inducted into the CSHS/Palmer Alumni Hall of Fame. We continued to meet and talk over the years. I even helped him on some family tree questions, that he had. When his book, "I Wanted to Be a Pilot: The Making of a Tuskegee Airman" came out, he autographed my copy for me. He was a gentle, kind man who never spoke ill of others and helped blaze a trail for all to follow.
May you Rest in Peace, my friend.

Posted by: Jay Smith - Colorado Springs, CO - friend
Dec 01, 2020

My condolences go out to the family of Frank. What a legacy he left. So sorry for your loss.

Posted by: LeeRoy
Dec 01, 2020

My heartfelt condolences are sent to the family of Mr. Frank Macon. He, along with the other Tuskegee Airmen were trailblazers who carried the torch and paved the way, for future generations. Their story will never be forgotten, among us, in history. Thank you, Sir!

Posted by: Sandra BOyd - Memphis, TN - Acquaintance
Nov 30, 2020

What a legend deepest sympathy to the Macon family may the God of tender mercies comfort and strengthen all of you in this difficult time

Posted by: Faye - FL
Nov 30, 2020

Because of men like Mr. Macon, men like me could assume leadership roles within the military today. Because of his belief that no man was better than he was, I believed that I could make a difference. It was not easy to endure what he went through but he did it with an amazing sense of dignity and grace. I salute you and your and your service, but most of all I salute the life of excellence that you continued to live after your service.

Posted by: John Thomas - Lansing, MI
Nov 30, 2020

To the Macon Family:
I am forever proud and grateful to Mr. Macon for his unselfish and patriotic service to the U.S. during a time when he was appreciated by some ,but not as much by others. You as his dear family must be beaming with love and an abundance of pride for his service.
You have my profound sympathy during this heartrending time.

Betty Henderson- Detroit , MI

Posted by: A friend
Nov 29, 2020

Thank you for yourguts and courage.

Posted by: Fred Davis - Acquaintance
Nov 29, 2020

Rip thank you for your service.

Posted by: [email protected] - Syracuse, NY
Nov 29, 2020

Posted by: Lue Hagan - Louisville, KY
Nov 29, 2020

Posted by: Linda Tracy - Cleveland, OH
Nov 29, 2020

Condolences to the family of a man that during a time of racism & segregation chose to serve to show his willing to defend those in this country. May your family receive courage, strength, comfort, and peace at this time of loss.

Posted by: Kendra Johnson - Gary, IN
Nov 29, 2020

May you be in heaven resting with the angels

Posted by: A friend
Nov 29, 2020

Please accept my deepest condolences to the Macon Family. May you be comforted by the God Tender Mercies. May He help carry the load of grieve during this time of deep sorrow Psalm 68:19. Cherish Frank’s memories forever.

Posted by: BRY
Nov 28, 2020

Thank you Mr. Macon for your legendary service for our country and may you rest in God's peace. How blessed you were to live your dream of being a pilot and then be able to use it on such a large scale by protecting our country and then sharing your journey through media. Thank you.To the family: May God's peace and comfort be with you all during this time. And may you be comforted by Mr. Macon's legacy, knowing he accomplished his heart's desire. He wanted to fly and in spite of any obstacles, he did.

Posted by: A friend
Nov 28, 2020

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Posted by: Carol Sivadge
Nov 28, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Posted by: A friend
Nov 28, 2020

Thank you for your service, you changed my life for the better. Heaven has another angel. RIP.

Posted by: S. Wilson - Madison, NJ
Nov 28, 2020

Thank you, Frank. It’s been good to know you.

Posted by: Jack Beal - Colorado Springs, CO - friend
Nov 28, 2020

Dear Mr Macon,

Thank you for your service sir, you are a true hero to all of us who live in this beautiful country. Your time serving will never be forgotten as Heaven has received another Angel

Posted by: Chuck G
Nov 28, 2020

I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Macon family and friends. Mr. Macon I thank you for your services and contributions you have blessed this world with. You have made it that much easier for our young African American men/women to succeed. You are and will forever be a Pilar in the African American communities. May your soul rest in power.

Posted by: Adriene Royster - Newark, NJ - friend
Nov 28, 2020

I have always believed that the generation Mr Macon came from was different and unique. They were courageous intelligent loyal African American men. To the family cherish the great memories you must have. May our Great Heavenly Father be with you and Mr Macon.

Posted by: Lindsey
Nov 27, 2020

I send sincere sympathy to the family of Frank Macon, a courageous Tuskegee airman. At this most difficult time, may God comfort you and may the memories of your loved one stay close to your heart.

Posted by: Mary - Neighbor
Nov 27, 2020

I am so sorry regarding the loss of your loved one. I recently seen on television program, the remaining airman, living. He, being one of them. I met two others, in Chicago, Illinois, years ago. I commend, all of them. May the God of Comfort, continue to comfort the family, during these difficult times.

Posted by: A friend
Nov 27, 2020

To the family,

I wanted to extend my condolences for your loss. Please know that God is a true source of comfort and strength and he will heal the broken hearted. (Ps. 147:3) Cherish the wonderful memories!

Posted by: A friend
Nov 27, 2020

A HERO TO ALL AMERICANS

CORPORAL WILLIAM R MCKENZIE, USMC

Posted by: WILLIAM MCKENZIE - TUCSON, AZ
Nov 27, 2020

Thanks For Servicing, I am A Retired Egress System Repairman.

Posted by: Raymond Shaw - Birmingham, AL - friend
Nov 27, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort you all during this difficult time.

Posted by: A friend
Nov 27, 2020

Sincere sympathies to the Macon family, what an amazing part of history, truly sorry for your loss. May God grant all of you peace and strength as you go through this most difficult time of your loss.