 Still thinking about you Jack. It was a long time ago but even to this day  I have thoughts of us and the Task Force. NSDQ.

Jack, I’m a little late. After I retired out of the 160th I lost track of everybody. Out of the blue today I got a call from Garth Vinson who told me about your passing. You rascal, since 2005 we lived across the James River from each other and didn’t know it.

Even though I was apart from the community after my retirement not a day has passed that I haven’t thought about our days in the “Task Force”. Those thoughts always have you in them. You were and are the consummate professional. Perhaps best of all you always had a smile on your face. It’s hard to imagine what Task Force 160 grew into now as the SOAR. You helped lay the foundation to allow the unit to become what it is today.

One day we’ll all be together again. Keep the beer on ice, okay buddy? I love ya man.

Jack was the best Warrant Officer Blackhawk test pilot in the army.  He took place in so many extraordinary events that will be little know by anyone other than those that were there. Because the contributions of “maintenance pukes” like Jack, C Company, 160th was able to accomplish its missions. I think of you and the tasks you accomplished without fail!!! I miss you my friend.

Rest easy. 
Many memories.  many lessons. Many prayers
NSDQ

I sit here staring at the screen not knowing what to write.  
NSDQ.
I use everything you taught me, everyday.
I will continue to do so, until my last breath.
Thank you for the challenges, support, laughter, mentorship, runs and beer!
I am better having met you, thank you and God Bless.

My heart is broken. He was a true hero, soldier, loyal friend and mentor. A piece of my heart is gone forever. He will forever be in my heart. He taught me so much; and full of laughs. When I first started at BGAD; “new kid on the block” I was walking across the flight line. He was in the cockpit and yelled, Hey blondie , stand over by the probe, we are having a hard time getting it to extend. “Rub it a little” it works better with body heat. So, him being the man in charge, I started rubbing the probe, he yelled, “harder back and forth “and slowly the probe started to extend! I was so excited! The hanger doors were opened, and the whole crew who were in on it were laughing hysterically! I lost a true, loyal, caring friend. I will forever cherish the memories!  RIP my friend. You are now with your precious, Molly! All My Love, Laura

I’m struggling trying to find the words to express the profound loss I feel about the passing of “Mad” Jack.  Many people didn’t know Jack completed two tours in Vietnam as a “slick” pilot.    We arrived into the Ghostriders at almost the same time. I was new to Blackhawks and a new Commissioned puke, I learned everything I knew from Jack, Phil McWhorter and Jeff Foster.  Jack accomplished more during his time in the “Task Force” then most people achieve in their entire career.  He was a really strong person, especially having to deal with the loss of his only daughter, Molly.  He was a good friend, mentor to me and many others, especially young soldiers, showing them how to do it right the first time.  I will think of our friendship often, and how sorely missed you be in the field of army aviation.  Jack was one of the most professional Warrant Officers, pilots, and maintenance test pilots I’ve ever known. You will be missed my friend.

As a young buck private still wet behind the ears and a milk mustache, I idolized Jack like a God.  

He was a walking encyclopedia,  he was a fierce warrior and although he was often referred to as "Mad Jack" he was a compassionate leader that ALWAYS  looked after his people. 

Whether it was our time in the unit or in our post military careers, I absorbed his teachings and embodied those characteristics to shape my own future.

His influence has remained a constant with me through all these years and his presence will be sorely missed on this earth by all the knew him.

Fly fast and hard my brother and one day we will venture again on another mission. 

Till Valhalla!

I served with the memory and pride of those who have gone before me for they loved to fight, fought to win and would rather die than quit.

Night Stalkers Don't Quit!

I met Jack back in the early eights. He gave his time and patience to a new Army recruit. Jack was a true Mentor. I was not the first, nor the last.
I will be forever grateful. Jack left us too soon. He will be remembered by a long list of people. I hope the Heavens have an Aviation department, cause they have a world class Aviator inbound.
Rest peacefully Jack..... Thank You for all that you are!

I worked with Jack for many years. He was a generous man both with his knowledge and time. That doesn't mean he wasn't a task master; it means he allowed you to be your best. Thanks Jack

My condolence to the Family . I worked with Jack for about 12 years and got to Fly with Him he was a great Pilot and a good Friend he is gone but will never be Forgotten May You Rest In Peace Mr Jack Dotterer N S N D

Jacks contributions to Army Aviation are immeasurable, all the significant contributions he has accomplished himself you may somehow be able to calculate but they are surrounded by innumerable ones where he helped others solve the hardest tasks or achieve their most challenging goals with complete gallantry and selflessness. He was my friend, my mentor, a dad and big brother all at once. I had the great privilege to serve with him, learn from him and just hang-out with him. For a scholarly writer it would be difficult to convey in words “Jack Dotterer” so I won’t try, I’ll will say (for/from his dad) “Fair Winds and Following Seas” for me “I salute you and farewell brother”, you are a cherished memory.

So sorry to hear about Jack.  Many good memories working with him.  A good friend who will be missed, and a tremendous loss to the special ops aviation community.  RIP old buddy.

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Jack Howard Dotterer

11 octobre 1950 – 22 juin 2019

Nelsen Williamsburg

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