| Year Honored | |
|---|---|
| 2009 | |
| Honoree | |
| Dell Waugh | |
| Agency | |
| Air Angels Inc | |
| Agency City | |
| Bolingbrook | |
| Agency State | |
| IL | |
| Last Call | |
| 10/15/08 | |
| Cause of Death | |
| Medical Aviation Accident | |
| Biography | |
| It is said that heroes are hard to come by. They are like eagles; they don't flock together but must be found one at a time. This describes Dell Waugh. He was an outstanding person, had a life full of experience and intelligence. He loved the flight for life program and was so proud to be a part of that group.<br /> <br /> Dell Waugh, 69, died in the line of duty on October 15, 2008. He was one of a three-man medical team involved in a patient transfer when the helicopter he was piloting struck a radio tower wire and crashed in a field in Aurora, Illinois.<br /> <br /> Dell had been employed as a pilot with Air Angels for three years. He was a dedicated pilot who was passionate about his job of saving lives. He was a highly decorated Vietnam veteran, with thousands of hours of flying experience. Waugh was awarded the Purple Heart after his helicopter was shot down in Vietnam.<br /> <br /> Pilot Dell Waugh was a beloved father and grandfather and he will be sorely missed.<br /> <br /> Honored 2009 |
The United States Official National EMS Memorial Service
