Roger Wynkoop

Lt. Colonel Roger A Wynkoop, USAF (ret.), 80, passed away in Tucson, AZ, on January 21, 2021.

He was born June 10, 1940, in Elkland, PA, to Mary and Clair Wynkoop.

Roger had a long and distinguished career in the Air Force, including duties spanning the Viet Nam war as an EWO working on new technologies development with drones and other assets.

Continually recognized for his leadership skills, he later became Chief of Safety at Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, where he ultimately retired from the Air Force.

His distinguished career took him across several countries and states including Arizona, Alabama, California, Utah, and more. He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross, twice, and was the recipient of numerous other commendations and awards.

Roger's post-USAF career included authoring a book on investing, various projects, hobbies, and travel as well as keeping up with his family and extended family.

Roger is survived by his wife, Peggy. In addition, he is survived by his two sons from his first wife, Diane (deceased), Stephen and Curtis, daughters-in-law Julie and Wendy, grandson Brennan, granddaughters Caitlin, Katherine, and Abigail, his great-grandchildren Everleigh and Maverick and his granddaughters-in-law Lindsay and Sport. He is also survived by Peggy's two sons, Mark and Alan Brian, their wives Devon and Joanne; grandchildren Thomas Brian and wife Mandi; Kelly Le Vey and husband Max; and Kamden Brian; her great-grandchildren, Lily, Tommy, Madelyn, and Mica. He is also survived by his sister, Lois Jean Woodward. and many nephews.

Arrangements are being made with the assistance of East Lawn Palms in Tucson, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Museum of the US Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St., Dayton, OH 45431. Attn: RB-47 exhibit.