Captain Tim Krailo & Family
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On behalf of our Alaska Airlines family, we would like the family of Captain Tim Krailo to know that he was a man that was adored by everyone. We want to celebrate Tim Krailo for the special man that so many of us came to know and love.
There are so many stories where Tim stepped up and made a difference just because he thought of others long before he ever thought of himself. One Thanksgiving, about 6 years ago, he cooked a huge meal and delivered it to the Dallas hotel where our crews were staying. He fed the flight attendants, pilots, and anyone else that was looking for a home-cooked meal. On any overnight, Tim always ensured that the entire crew felt like a family. He was willing to lend an ear and help someone sort through their own problems whether it be professional or personal. And he lived his life always trying to do the right thing.
Tim started flying for the airlines in August of 1991 as a new hire at Nashville Eagle flying the Saab 340B. He eventually moved on to the ATR 42/72, and then EMB-145. He became a Check Airman and was the most requested OE instructor at American Eagle. He was a natural teacher, not only good at his craft but fantastic at getting the best from his students and fellow pilots. He also was a pilot recruiter going to job fairs on behalf of the Airline.
When you met Tim, with his bright smile and down-to-earth personality, you simply wanted to work alongside him! The airline was smart, put your brightest and smartest front and center. The thing about Tim was he would deny all of this because he was always humble and gracious. But sitting alongside him, it was always apparent, he was a special man because of that humility.
In March of 2008, Tim joined Virgin America flying the A320. He fit right in with the small group of pilots and flight attendants who were always trying to be different, upbeat, positive, think outside the box and make a difference. Whether it be flight deck tours with the guests, walking someone to their next connection or simply helping someone with their luggage, Tim was always helping.
Tim stayed in Texas running a bed and breakfast with his lovely wife, Karen, and their kids Cameron and MacKenzie. He was the consummate host, and anyone would have loved to stay at their little 'ranch'. He even built a pond with fish and a dock for all his guests. As a cook, he shined as well by participating in many Bar-B-Que competitions throughout the Midwest. Tim lived the life that many of us have always dreamed of.
But life throws us curveballs sometimes and Tim and his family over the past two years were beset with medical issues. His wife, Karen, passed away in the fall of 2020. Also Tim himself was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. This past February he found himself back in the hospital again. And with his condition worsening, one of the last conversations, he had was asking how he could "thank" all those people who had reached out to him. It summed up what Tim was all about, thinking of others long before thinking of himself.
He is survived by his two children, Cameron (3rd year of college), Mackenzie (8th grade), and Mother Sandy. He also has three brothers and a sister. Van (who retired from US Air Force 2), Rick, Terry and Ginger.
We would like to continue Tim's legacy of thinking of others by starting this fund to help support his children and any costs associated with memorial services for Tim and Karen. Tim was an amazing human being, a selfless man, a giving man, and we want to honor him and the imprint he has made on some many of our lives.
There are so many stories where Tim stepped up and made a difference just because he thought of others long before he ever thought of himself. One Thanksgiving, about 6 years ago, he cooked a huge meal and delivered it to the Dallas hotel where our crews were staying. He fed the flight attendants, pilots, and anyone else that was looking for a home-cooked meal. On any overnight, Tim always ensured that the entire crew felt like a family. He was willing to lend an ear and help someone sort through their own problems whether it be professional or personal. And he lived his life always trying to do the right thing.
Tim started flying for the airlines in August of 1991 as a new hire at Nashville Eagle flying the Saab 340B. He eventually moved on to the ATR 42/72, and then EMB-145. He became a Check Airman and was the most requested OE instructor at American Eagle. He was a natural teacher, not only good at his craft but fantastic at getting the best from his students and fellow pilots. He also was a pilot recruiter going to job fairs on behalf of the Airline.
When you met Tim, with his bright smile and down-to-earth personality, you simply wanted to work alongside him! The airline was smart, put your brightest and smartest front and center. The thing about Tim was he would deny all of this because he was always humble and gracious. But sitting alongside him, it was always apparent, he was a special man because of that humility.
In March of 2008, Tim joined Virgin America flying the A320. He fit right in with the small group of pilots and flight attendants who were always trying to be different, upbeat, positive, think outside the box and make a difference. Whether it be flight deck tours with the guests, walking someone to their next connection or simply helping someone with their luggage, Tim was always helping.
Tim stayed in Texas running a bed and breakfast with his lovely wife, Karen, and their kids Cameron and MacKenzie. He was the consummate host, and anyone would have loved to stay at their little 'ranch'. He even built a pond with fish and a dock for all his guests. As a cook, he shined as well by participating in many Bar-B-Que competitions throughout the Midwest. Tim lived the life that many of us have always dreamed of.
But life throws us curveballs sometimes and Tim and his family over the past two years were beset with medical issues. His wife, Karen, passed away in the fall of 2020. Also Tim himself was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. This past February he found himself back in the hospital again. And with his condition worsening, one of the last conversations, he had was asking how he could "thank" all those people who had reached out to him. It summed up what Tim was all about, thinking of others long before thinking of himself.
He is survived by his two children, Cameron (3rd year of college), Mackenzie (8th grade), and Mother Sandy. He also has three brothers and a sister. Van (who retired from US Air Force 2), Rick, Terry and Ginger.
We would like to continue Tim's legacy of thinking of others by starting this fund to help support his children and any costs associated with memorial services for Tim and Karen. Tim was an amazing human being, a selfless man, a giving man, and we want to honor him and the imprint he has made on some many of our lives.
Organizer and beneficiary
Katharine Pullis
Organizer
Petaluma, CA
Cameron Krailo
Beneficiary