Frank L. BABCOCK 

67, of Federal Way, WA passed away October 9, 2000. He was born May 15, 
1933 in Seattle, WA. He attended the University of Washington as well as the 
University of Hawaii, and then pursued his love of flying. He worked for the 
FAA from 1959-1981. He then went on to fly for Empire. His family and 
colleagues are celebrating the incredible man he was. He was a loving husband, 
active supportive father, and generous friend. He will be missed by his wife, 
Maralyn, his two sons, Steve and Chris and their families, his sister Laura Lee 
Hunt, and many special friends. In lieu of flowers, Frank's family would 
appreciate contributions to be sent to the Colon Cancer Alliance 175 9th Ave. 
NY, NY 10011, as Frank himself was a cancer survivor. Memorial services will be 
held at Southminster Presbyterian Church, 19834 - 8th Ave. Seattle, WA. (call 
206-878-8133 for directions) Frank touched many lives within the aviation 
community, and he will be sorely missed. #To fly west, my friend, is a flight we all 
must take for a final check.# 

Seattle Times