Judy and I will remember Brig Gen Airy’s family in our prayers. I enjoyed serving with General Airy in the Iowa Air National Guard. He was a true patriot, a wonderful leader, a great conversationalist, and a witty person.
Fred Chabot
August 24, 2022
Hello Airy Family,
Dean & Jan were Dr. Bill Finn's patients and I was Dr. Finn's nurse for 25 years. We always enjoyed caring for both of them. We had many of great conversations while waiting for Dr. Finn to come in the room back then we had time to visit with our patients. They were always kind to ALL of the staff front & back. Lost track of them over the years. Only Faith, Family, Friends, Time & Good Memories will ease the pain each of you are feeling.
Darlene Schmidt
April 27, 2022
I was very saddened to read of Mr. Airy’s death! He was a great guy! He was a long time patient of mine. I always enjoyed seeing him and chatting with him. He told me about his Civil War re-enactments and his involvement with the Boy Scouts. I was privileged to have known him and will miss him.
Dr. John Wollner
Dr. John Wollner
April 27, 2022
Dean was the most gracious, kind, caring, accepting, generous individual, and a great example to all he met! He was an exemplary leader and a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed by many. He was one of a kind. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Rod & Mandy Martens
April 27, 2022
Dean will be missed by all at CGP. I especially enjoyed speaking with Dean learning about his time in the Military and embracing his sense of humor. I am so privileged to have known Dean.
David Snyder
April 27, 2022
Quinn and I will miss Dean. Enjoyed many stories with Dean at re-enactments. He will be missed by both of us.
Dave
Dave Haverkamp
April 25, 2022
Quinn and I will miss Dean. Enjoyed many stories with Dean at re-enactments. He will be missed by both of us.
Dave
Dave Haverkamp
April 23, 2022
It was such an honor to know and care for Dean. He was such a sweet man. Loved visiting with him. Lots of great stories. He Will be missed greatly by all of us CGP.
Alyssa Sackett
April 22, 2022
Working and being around General Airy for over 20 years with the 132nd, and also when he was head of safety at Armstrong Tire in DSM. He was a true patriot! Condolences to the family.
SALUTE to a good man. R.I.P. General
Gary Howe
April 22, 2022
I was honored to have served with you. RIP. My condolences to your family. Zita Lovell 132 FW
Zita Lovell
April 22, 2022
As Civil War Re-enactors we were well acquainted with Dean. He was a super person. Lots of fond memories of him with such a great sense of humor,
playing harmonica, and just being around him in camp. We will all miss him. Prayers to the family.
John and Angie Duggan
April 22, 2022
Judy and I will remember Brig Gen Airy’s family in our prayers. I enjoyed serving with General Airy in the Iowa Air National Guard. He was a true patriot, a wonderful leader, a great conversationalist, and a witty person.
Fred Chabot
April 22, 2022
Thinking of you all. "Steward Starr" will be deeply missed at Civil War Living Histories. He has been an amazing mentor to me for almost a decade and I will be forever grateful for his friendship.
God speed, Sir.
Barbara Duder
April 22, 2022
I would like to give prayers and condolences for Dean’s family. I knew Dean for about 15 years and was a kind and genuine person. We had a lot in common both served our country, scouting and Re-enacting.
We had many good conversations and he made me feel honored to be a friend. He will be missed by many. Look forward to share a campfire in the next world. My blessings to you General!
Gerald
Gerald Rieskamp
April 22, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of the death of "the General". It was a joy to visit with him over the decades at Scout Functions, as we both had our National Guard and Scout stories and experiences to share. I greatly admired his integrity and willingness to guide important discussions and decisions the right and just way. He so loved his family and was so proud of their accomplishments. Barb and I will unfortunately be out of state next week but you will be in our prayers and thoughts as you celebrate his long dedicated life to others.
Michael Klappholz
April 22, 2022
So sorry to hear this. Dean was such a wonderful person. I enjoyed working with him at the 132nd when I first joined. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God speed.
Deana Wurst
April 22, 2022
Dean was such a sweet, intelligent and funny guy. I'm so glad that I was able to care for him. He told such good stories and he loved sharing his airplanes that he used to sit and make with us. He is going to be deeply missed. My condolences to the Airy family.
Tawanna R
April 21, 2022
Dear Airy Family...I am sadden by the loss of Dean. He was such a sweet, caring, funny and loving man. I have fond memories of my time spent with both Dean and Jan. May your memories give you comfort in the days ahead as you mourn the loss of such a special man. God's peace to all of you. Dean will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Vickie Weuve
April 21, 2022