Peter Mcilwain

Peter Hamilton McIlwain, 73, of Pleasant Valley, Bucks County, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2011 with his family at his side. Pete was born in Hanover, Pa, the son of the late Hugh T. and Evelyn (Thomas) McIlwain. His passion was flying. Between serving his country in the United States Air Force and flying for Pan Am and United Airlines as a dedicated captain, he flew for over 40 years. He attended The Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, N.J. and Trinity College in Hartford, Conn. He was a loyal and generous family man and friend who when not in the skies enjoyed spending time on his farm. He is now where he always loved to be...navigating the heavens. Survivors: Pete's beloved wife Rosi K (Kogel) formerly from Duesseldorf, Germany; daughter, Natalie A. McIlwain of Cincinnati, Ohio; Edward K. (Ned) McIlwain of Seattle, Washington; brothers Robert M. of Bernardsville, NJ and Hugh T. of Annville, Pa. Services: Pete’s life will be celebrated on July 9th at 3 p.m. on his farm in Bucks County among friends and family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or the American Lung Association of the Mid-Atlantic, 3001 Old Gettysburg Road, Camp Hill, PA, 17011.