Frank was bigger than life!!! Fit in a A10 Warthog like a well dressed suit...I am glad to have know and served with Colonel Frank Countryman.

I’m saddened to hear of Frank’s passing and sending prayers for his family. I flew KC-135s with Frank at Grissom and when I came in as a shiny new 2nd LT I was intimidated by his presence. But then as I got to know him and go on trips and deployments with him I really enjoyed my time with him. His calm demeanor and wisdom were things I tried to emulate from him. I’ll never forget that when all hell was happening on 9/11 I called into Grissom and Frank was who answered. While we don’t know what was happening, talking to him somehow helped. After I left Grissom, I would often wonder what he was up to after all these years.  He will certainly be missed.

Frank was a great person. I knew him when came into the Command Post for SOF  duties he would pass his wisdom to the controllers on the capabilities of the Tanker and when asked about the A-10. To me he was a person you talk to.

Jerry Humphrey..

Frank was the pilot assigned to the A-10 that I was assigned as assistant Crew chief on at Grissom ARB. We shared many good times and also sad times with especially when he was the wingman for Doc Evans qualification mission that I launched out on that Doc never returned from. He was one of my mentors. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers for his family. RIP my friend.

I am sad to hear of Frank's passing. He was always kind, friendly, and easy to talk to. He will be missed by all who knew him—my deepest condolences to his family.

My most sincere condolences to the family.  Frank was a one of a kind, and one of the most unique persons whom I met in the military.  A true patriot.   He will be missed.

I was deeply saddened to hear of Frank’s passing. He was truly one of the best—an awesome friend, outstanding pilot, and an even better person to everyone.

I had the privilege of getting to know Frank when he transitioned from flying A-10s to the KC-135. From the very first trip with him, it was clear how exceptional he was. I always loved flying with Frank at the controls—he took great care of his crew chiefs and made everyone around him better and more confident.

One of my favorite memories will always be listening to Frank and Don Windt talking over the headset during a combat descent, flying that KC-135 like it was an A-10 fighter—spiraling down from 10,000 feet and touching down with absolute precision. Hearing Don say, “Looking real good, Frank,” said everything. That was Frank—professional, skilled, calm, and trusted.

I am also deeply grateful to his son for calling my girlfriend, Gayle, and me when he knew his dad was nearing the end. Because of that kindness, we were able to come to the hospital and see Frank before he passed. It was truly an honor to be in that room with him and his loving family during such a sacred and meaningful moment.

Frank left a lasting impression on all of us who had the honor to fly with him. He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who served alongside him.

With deepest sympathy,
Chuck Hoover

It is with sincere condolences that I hear of Frank’s passing. I was a pilot with him at Grissom and he taught me to fly by looking out the window and off instruments. He was a good man. He will truly be missed.

My sincere condolences to the family.  I had the privilege of flying with Frank in the A10 at Grissom and was on an Eastern aircraft with him and Libby as he was going to interview. I think he was in my fini flight in the KC135. He will be missed. Like the rest of us will, he just ran out of runway. May he Rest in Peace.

Bob Nester.

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Frank Whitney Countryman Jr.

17 juin 1947 – 1 janvier 2026

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