Ronald Eugene Stein
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Ronald Eugene Stein | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1943 Bremerton, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | June 9, 2019 (aged 76) Klamath Falls, Oregon, U.S. |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/ | Template:Military branch |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Silver Star |
Ronald Eugene Stein (1943 – June 9, 2019) was an officer and command pilot in the United States Air Force who served during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action. Following his 25-year military career, he worked as a civilian flight simulator instructor training F-15 Eagle pilots.
Early life and education
Stein was born in Bremerton, Washington, to Eugene and Hilda (née Wacker) Stein. He attended Montana State University, graduating with a bachelor's degree. Shortly after completing his education, he married Sharon Peterson.[1]
Military career
Following his college graduation, Stein commissioned into the United States Air Force and completed military pilot training.
Vietnam War
During the Vietnam War, Stein was deployed to Southeast Asia. Flying combat missions in the theater—including operations associated with Phu Cat Air Base—he distinguished himself in action and was awarded the Silver Star, the United States military's third-highest decoration for valor in combat.[2][3]
Later service
Over a career spanning 25 years on active duty, Stein served in various overseas and stateside assignments, including postings in Arizona, Virginia, and Oregon. He reached the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before retiring from active service.[1]
Post-military career
Following his retirement from the Air Force, Stein settled in Klamath Falls, Oregon. He worked as a civilian contract instructor at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base, operating flight simulators to train F-15 Eagle fighter pilots.[1]
In his retirement, Stein was an active woodworker and artisan. As a member of the Southern Cascade Woodworking Club, he crafted flag cases, wooden bowls, and toys, and earned recognition for hand-carved representations of wildlife.[1]
Personal life
Stein and his wife Sharon had two daughters and five grandchildren. He died on June 9, 2019, at the age of 75.[1] The author of this page, Mark Dawson Baker, is his son-in-law.
Awards and decorations
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Ronald Stein Obituary". Herald and News. June 23, 2019. Retrieved September 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Phù Cát Air Base Military History". Veteran to Veteran. Retrieved September 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Military History Log". Veteran to Veteran. Retrieved September 16, 2026.
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