Bourke A. Ettling
January 11, 1952
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May 27, 2016
Bourke A. Ettling, 64, of Scottsburg, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2016 at Floyd Memorial Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. He was born on January 11, 1952 in Chicago, Illinois. Bourke was a retired Flight Engineer for Evergreen Aviation, based in McMinnville, Oregon, where he worked for nearly 30 years. This career allowed Bourke to see many parts of the world. Bourke was also a private pilot and loved flying small planes. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam Era and also served in the Air Force Reserves. He was an excellent cook, an avid reader, enjoyed camping and loved to travel. Bourke was an animal lover, especially cats, and enjoyed volunteering for the Scott County Humane Society no-kill cat center on Taylor Mill Road. Survivors include his wife, Norma (Bannon) Ettling; his father, Laurence Ettling of Portland, Oregon; mother and stepfather, Jane and Bert Depew of Portland, Oregon; two sisters, Elizabeth Ettling and Sallie Fifield of Portland, Oregon; two nephews and three nieces and many great nieces and great nephews and his beloved felines, Abby, Benny, Tilly, Whisper, Bailey and Cassie. Cremation was entrusted to Collins Funeral Home in Scottsburg, Indiana. Memorial Contributions: Cat Adoption Center of the Humane Society of Scott County, the Paw Project or the USO c/o Collins Funeral Home in Scottsburg, Indiana.
From: Mike Richards
I first met Bourke and his family in 1957, when we both moved to new homes on Shamrock Ave. in Santa Clara, CA. He was 5; I was 4. I remember sleeping over in the Ettling backyard or family room, and getting up early (4 am) to watch the launches of the Mercury and Gemini spacecraft from Cape Canaveral. We stayed in close touch through our teens, then lost touch for many years. We reconnected a couple of years ago. My deepest sympathy to Norma and the Ettling family.
From: Steve Woodruff
Jenny and I miss Bourke both as a neighbor and as great help in the shop. His friendship was unlimited and He went out of His way to assist me when I needed it.
From: Billi Woodruff
I remember My sisters and I would walk down the lane and pick blackberries, then we would share them with Bourke. He has been my neighbor since I can remember.
From: Linda Ridener
Sam & I met Bourke when I worked @ Hardys Cafe in the (good ole days). We will always cherish the memories we made & were proud to call him friend. He will be missed. Our love to Norma & all the family.
From: Matthew Anthony
Bourke, you were a great man and your passion for things, will be sorely missed. Norma, you are one of my very best friends and I grieve for your loss.
From: John Duffy
I worked with Bourke at Evergreen for 22 years. We had a lot in common as we both started in the Army and also served in the Air Force Reserve. Bourke was a kind soul and I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed.
From: Eric and Kim Haynes
We will always cherish our memories of Bourke. He will be in our hearts forever.
From: Robert and Barbara
Norma, May all your wonderful memories sustain and comfort you at this time. Bourke will be missed by all who knew him.
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