Carl Susemihl Obituary

Carl was a true inspiration to my life. He was my first flight instructor back in 1977 and a true friend. Although, at that time I questioned his judgment by allowing me to solo with less than 4 hrs of instruction!! All things turned out and I eventually flew for UAL as a 747-400 pilot, so he must have done something right. Carl had a way to make me feel at ease and instilled a great deal of confidence in myself. His aviation background and experiences were fascinating. The flying community lost a great pioneer in my opinion and the loved ones around him lost a great person. I will miss him greatly.

Bob Comes

We'll miss you Carl. And although we only knew you briefly, your years of wisdom, true love of flying, and warm friendly personality were obvious trademarks of this outstanding human being. May God bless you, your family, and your friends.

Godspeed to you Carl,
Although I only knew you for a short time, you were an inspiration to me with your courage, faith and patience in a dire time. I will never forget you and that gracious smile. Happy trails through the sky and clouds.

A man I loved dearly. He kept me on reliable "wheels" for over ten years. He kept my wife Marian and four children mobilr while I served in Viet Nam. A true and faithful friend!

Carl was one of my first flight instructors and truly an inspiration. I cherish the moments when I could listen to him talk of all the birds he'd flown and the missions he'd completed. He was the first person that showed me how to spin an aircraft! He loved to do that! Carl was "The Mentor." God speed Carl Susemihl...See you in the clouds my friend.

I am saddened to hear of Carl's

passing. Please know my thoughts

and prayers are with you.

I will never forget the day I

soloed, hearing Carl's reassuring

voice from the radio. Thanks

again Carl!

Carl was one of those rare people in life who not only was a profound,positve influence on the people in his life; but a joy to be around. I found myself absolutely entranced listening to
his stories of teaching Lindbergh to fly P-39's in WW-II, iced up B-24's accross the North Atlantic and
struggling to clear the Himalaya's
while establishing the "hump" routes. Carl, I will miss your keen
wit and the ever present sparkle in
your eyes when you speak of the gift of flying. Happy Tailwinds
my friend!