I regret to inform you of the death of Alexander “Alex or
Mac” MacPherson who deceased on July 29, 2015 at the age of 85 while living in
Wake Forest, NC.. He is survived by his loving wife Shelia, and many family
members.
A Celebration of Life was conducted at St. John’s Episcopal
Church on August 6th and internment followed this service.
His Combat Control Team assignments were mainly at Hurlburt
starting during 1963 as a MSgt. He was instrumental in the rescue attempts for
his fellow Combat Controller who drowned in Panama during 1964.
He joined the CIA after his military service in the U.S. Air
Force, but came back for parachute training in both personnel and heavy
equipment airdrop techniques at Hurlburt. Much has been written about his
exploits around the world – some of which are factual.
May he Rest in Peace.
My friend Alex also worked behind the scenes in helping to orchestrate the removal of the Berlin Wall. Alex spoke a dozen different languages as a special gift. He was my friend.
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