Chief Charles W. Hoell Jr. 

Astoria, OR at the age of 90.

Teammates,

We are sad to announce the passing of Chief Charles W. Hoell Jr. in Astoria, OR at the age of 90.

Chief Hoell was an OG PJ with a very interesting career path. He was originally infantry in the army in the early 50s and transitioned to the AF & pararescue in 1957 with assignments in Lybia, Oki, Hickam (twice), Tan Son Nhut VN, HQ at Scott AFB, and several years in different positions at survival school at Fairchild AFB where he retired in 1979.

He is survived by his son Roger and other loved ones. Per his request he was cremated in his dress uniform and will have his ashes spread in the Columbia river near his home. He also requested no memorial or obituary.

Some of us did not know Charlie or just met him in passing with a hand shake. Those that worked with and knew him hold him in high regard as a PJ, who now joins the squadron of PJ Rescue Angels who have made their final jump.

Steven S West

Vice President

Pararescue Association

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It is my duty as a Pararescueman to save life and to aid the injured. I will be prepared at all times to perform my assigned duties quickly and efficiently, placing these duties before personal desires and comforts. These things we do, that others may live.