August 10
August 10
Happy Birthday dear sister. You are so missed.
This Celebration of Life website was created in the memory of our loved one, Rose Milbeck and...Darby of course. Rose was born on August 9, 1947 and passed away on May 21, 2011. Darby passed shortly thereafter. We will remember her and Darby forever.
Rose's Memorial Service titled "A Celebration of Rose's Independence" was held on July 4, 2011. Many friends and business associates celebrated with Rose's family. She actually has many families come to think of it. Immediate family, Aviation Family, Coaching Family, Hawaii families (known as various pods) and Friends who she treated as Family. Many tears, a beautiful slide show , a video featuring Christine Ortner, her son, Rose and Darby and a remarkable flyover by Janet Nottingham (thank you Janet!). What a wonderful Day! One notable discussion was around "connectivity". Rose connected many, was connected to many and loved by many.
Please continue to share stories and light candles and share this site with those who knew Rose.
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May 21
May 21
I think of you and Darby often, help me find a new flight instructor please!!
May 21
May 21
There were so many moments and belly laughs that bring joy when I think of you.
You were a change agent, bringing people closer with your sense of humor, but mostly it was so great when you laughed with us.
And we miss you terribly.
You were a change agent, bringing people closer with your sense of humor, but mostly it was so great when you laughed with us.
And we miss you terribly.
May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
I went to Thai Orchid yesterday and ordered the papaya salad (Medium spicy), ate and reflected. I haven't been there in forever but thought...appropriate. That was a great meeting place to toss around my shit and for you to throw it back. You must have seen by now that I reconnected with Judy, Golfing of all things. She is still such a delight. She actually recognized me first. Ethan and I were going through some photos of when he was young and came across photos of when you and Darby came to his baseball game - Spring of '09. He was 10. So funny because Ed had just had back surgery '09 - so he thought that it was ok for him to sit on the bench with the kids, I was so embarrassed - you just laughed and Darby loved watching the kids and people and too. You are truly missed! AW
May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
Trusting you and Darby are in a state of bliss! I need a bi-annual soon, care to sit right seat with me?? I remember in mountain flying school after we learned “canyon turns”…..you were asked how it was, your rely to the whole class…….” That was FUCKING AWESOME!!!!”…. I’ll never forget that. Thanks for the memories!!!
May 21, 2023
May 21, 2023
12 years have passed and you are still missed. Almost every day I think of what we would be doing and how we would be laughing. Here's to your time on this planet and the joy you brought.
August 9, 2022
August 9, 2022
We would have been celebrating your birthday today. As always we would be laughing. I miss our laughter and I miss you still.
May 21, 2022
May 21, 2022
Wow! 11 years and I still you as much as ever! Gracie is 2 and a half and is a delightful companion. Stephen and I still have N96968! She’s strong as ever. Miss the way u used to address me, “ok Mister!” And proceed to tell me what I missed. Sending white light and love
May 21, 2022
May 21, 2022
11 years. So much has changed and so much has stayed the same. We have another granddaughter, Ellie, she was born this year. Millie, 4 now, is a jewel from the universe. You would have so have enjoyed these two. And still I miss you dearly
August 9, 2021
August 9, 2021
Happy birthday my dear friend, letting u know I think of u often. I have a new puppy, her name is Gracie and is a gorgeous Havenese. Hugs to Darby! G
May 23, 2021
May 23, 2021
Dear Rose, Has it really been 10 years since we made one last trip. Your first time in the Apache my last time with you. We flew over the crowd that had assembled on your street. You were calling out the names of people that you were able to recognize, I mean while was crying. In my 45 years as a professional pilot I shed a tear or two for my many friends and fellow pilots who made their final cross country way too early.
When my final flightplan is filed I hope that I have friends like you, Willamette Aviation and probably some new ones to see me off.
See you at the gate,(no TSA there)
Love,
Janet Nottingham....
When my final flightplan is filed I hope that I have friends like you, Willamette Aviation and probably some new ones to see me off.
See you at the gate,(no TSA there)
Love,
Janet Nottingham....
May 22, 2021
May 22, 2021
I was asked the other day what I would “do” if I was told I only had one year to live. I thought about it a great deal, like places I’d want to go, things I’d want to do like bucket list stuff. What emerged was a strong desire to go back and thank those people in my life who have given me gifts along my journey and if not still with us, contact their loved ones and express my gratitude. I will use this forum to thank you for the many hours and adventures we shared together, they were indeed priceless. Thank you my dear friend, until we meet again. Always: Greg
May 22, 2021
May 22, 2021
I think about you and talk about you all the time. I learned so much from you and miss you so much. I’ve made so many positive changes in my life and smile because I know you are proud of me.
May 21, 2021
May 21, 2021
10 years ago today..... you will always be missed.
Kathy
Kathy
November 11, 2020
November 11, 2020
Oh Rose!! And all of you brilliant women who left before we saw a woman in the White House!! We all celebrate. Godspeed. I can hear you in my heart, all of you my precious friends on high.. YES! Hugs to Darby!
August 9, 2020
August 9, 2020
I still miss you so much and challenge myself to be as authentic as you were. I hope you can see my life now and know you helped get me to where I am today. Love you
August 9, 2020
August 9, 2020
Happy Birthday Rose,
I'm thinking of the fun we would be having on your day, today. It's bitter sweet remembering the good times and missing you too. We got a new puppy and would love if you were here to meet him. You were something girl.
I'm thinking of the fun we would be having on your day, today. It's bitter sweet remembering the good times and missing you too. We got a new puppy and would love if you were here to meet him. You were something girl.
August 9, 2020
August 9, 2020
Happy birthday my dear friend. Since you’ve been gone I got a new puppy, a Havanese I call Gracie. Like you and Darby we are inseparable. I flew to the back country last weekend and thought of you often, our class in McCall was epic!
August 9, 2019
August 9, 2019
Happy Birthday Rose,
You are so still missed. I wish you were here to meet your grand niece, she has your wavy hair. Hope you are flying high with lots of joy.
You are so still missed. I wish you were here to meet your grand niece, she has your wavy hair. Hope you are flying high with lots of joy.
May 22, 2019
May 22, 2019
Hi Rose, Hope that you are still flying high or at least in the back country.....
May 22, 2019
May 22, 2019
I miss you so much! I hope you hear me talk to you. I think about you all the time.
May 21, 2019
May 21, 2019
Eight years ago today, you jumped off the planet, but I know you are running around having great fun. We all miss you so much.
August 9, 2018
August 9, 2018
Happy the day your were born. This year your great niece, Amelia Anne was born, what a name huh? I know you sent her to us as she has your spirit, you would love her. I so miss you.
May 21, 2018
May 21, 2018
Still miss you. Oh how I wish you were here!
August 9, 2017
August 9, 2017
HBD my friend! Please send me the perfect flight instructor! Hugs to you and Darby!! Greg
August 9, 2017
August 9, 2017
It was a great day when you were born. I am grateful for all the time we had. Today I will remember the celebrations we did have.
May 22, 2017
May 22, 2017
Hey you! I will never forget what you said after we learned those insane "canyon turns" in Mc Call Idaho! The instructor asked what we thought of them and you said, " that was fucking awesome!!!!" The place exploded into laughter! I miss you terribly! G
May 21, 2017
May 21, 2017
Rose, I miss you every day. I've made some difficult decisions recently and kept hearing your voice of encouragement throughout it all. Thank you for continuing to support me from wherever you are.
May 21, 2017
May 21, 2017
I think of you every day, but today I want to remember the laughter. Sometimes we laughed till we almost peed our pants. I'm not sure anyone else would have laughed at our humor but we thought we were so funny. I miss you and all the good times.
May 21, 2017
May 21, 2017
"I want you to know, , that you need not feel so vulnerable.
You're an ancient gladiator of joy who chose the jungles of time and space with your superhero friends to experiment with shape shifting, mind bending, and planetary transformations. Any twinges of self-doubt are just to keep you grounded enough to refrain from laughing at the things your protégés might find terrifying.
You need not feel so vulnerable,
The Universe"
This quote came in to my inBox last week. I was instantly taken back to our coaching sessions where you kept cheering me on when no one else (except Lee Ann) thought in a million years that I would figure out how in the world to keep pushing through my darkest days in business. 25 years celebrated this year in a much more peaceful place. You are "forever missed".
You're an ancient gladiator of joy who chose the jungles of time and space with your superhero friends to experiment with shape shifting, mind bending, and planetary transformations. Any twinges of self-doubt are just to keep you grounded enough to refrain from laughing at the things your protégés might find terrifying.
You need not feel so vulnerable,
The Universe"
This quote came in to my inBox last week. I was instantly taken back to our coaching sessions where you kept cheering me on when no one else (except Lee Ann) thought in a million years that I would figure out how in the world to keep pushing through my darkest days in business. 25 years celebrated this year in a much more peaceful place. You are "forever missed".
August 10, 2016
August 10, 2016
There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of Rose. The life lessons she taught me can be applied to so many situations, not just flying. I don't fly anymore. That special chapter in my life was a beautiful time that she was a part of from beginning to end. I pass the airport often now that my children and I are horseback riding at Narnia farms in Aurora. I know how much she loved her horse, so I think of that as I pass the airport. I know she is happy that we are riding. My life is better because of her and I miss her every day. Love You Rose!
August 9, 2016
August 9, 2016
Happy birthday my dear friend! I miss you terribly, Darby too, flying my plane without you next to me seems empty. I still haven't found an instructor to replace you. All my love to you her ever you are!
August 9, 2016
August 9, 2016
Happy Birthday Rose.
. Your smile and the cheer that you brought to
aviation is missed by all.
. Your smile and the cheer that you brought to
aviation is missed by all.
August 9, 2016
August 9, 2016
So today you would have been 69 and we would have celebrated. I miss your laugh and your kind ear. You were such a great listener and of course you had an opinion!! I will eat cake for you today in celebration of the 55 years we had together.
May 22, 2016
May 22, 2016
Miss you Rose...in continuing education I have honed in on the topic "the ONE Thing"....when I reflect on our time together with you as my business coach and friend the ONE thing that comes to mind is COURAGE. You inspired and encouraged me to leap over buildings with confidence in order to make change and reach my dreams and goals. Thank you!!! I carry your words of wisdom and direction with me daily to this day. I can't believe 5 years have gone by so quickly without you.
May 22, 2016
May 22, 2016
Hey you, remember the "canyon turns" we learned in McCall Idaho? You reaction was priceless. I miss you terribly my friend. Hugs to Darby and don't forget to use the brush I gave you. Many blessings to you, I know you are givin them hell up ther!! I love you. Greg
May 22, 2016
May 22, 2016
Always in my heart and your words of wisdom in my ear. Gosh , I miss you.
August 9, 2015
August 9, 2015
Today I choose to remember and celebrate your birth. I sure miss you and wish we could have a good laugh over dinner. You always told it how it was, which made life so much more interesting.
May 22, 2015
May 22, 2015
It's amazing how often I think of you. Every time I look at the sky or see a small plane. Driving in my car thinking about things and I will hear your words of wisdom. I think about trying to be the most authentic person I can be and I think you had truly achieved that goal. You are still my inspiration and my mentor. Love you and miss you tons!
May 21, 2015
May 21, 2015
dang i miss you girl! i have yet to find a replacement instructor, I'm flying solo! blessings from below!
May 21, 2015
May 21, 2015
Thinking of you today and remembering all the laughs and fun we had. I am grateful for the memories. You sure were something, girl!
August 9, 2014
August 9, 2014
Happy Birthday Rose, thinking of all the fun birthdays we spent together. Wish you were here to celebrate with a great dinner. Thank you for being the best big sister there ever was.
August 9, 2014
August 9, 2014
Happy 67th birthday, Rose! I'll celebrate your rich, generous life today and let the Universe know how glad I am you were on this plane and came into my life. Thanks for your wisdom and for sharing your joy.
August 9, 2014
August 9, 2014
Hey girl! I miss you barking orders at me in my airplane! No, you were firm but gentle in your guidance, I am grateful to have spent so much time in the cock pit w you. Especially our trip to McCall for the mountain flying school and the infamous "canyon turns"! You were awesome! Love you. Greg
August 9, 2014
August 9, 2014
Rose, I must say that you must be having some huge Birthday Celebration because the Big Island is ROCKING and ROLLING! You are so missed. Think about you often and still...to this day...ask myself in times of struggle...what would Rose guide me to do...a time of reflection on the eve of your Birthday...P.S. Sure miss our annual BD Lunches too.
May 21, 2014
May 21, 2014
Dear, dear Rose. I miss you deeply my friend and coach. Your guidance and wisdom are with me everyday. I'm grateful for your presence in my life.
May 21, 2014
May 21, 2014
Rose, You are still so missed, but today we should remember your life, how you touched others with your guidance, love, and best of all your laughter.
August 9, 2013
August 9, 2013
Happy 66th Birthday, Rose! I'm raising my coffee cup to toast your immense spirit and love this morning. Coffee, because we shared that passion over many meetings and conversations. I see you being in a joyful space, appreciating beauty and love, snuggling the Darby Lama and laughing with delight. And, stirring the pot, just a little. Love you and miss you, but know you're well.
August 9, 2013
August 9, 2013
Rose, you are still in my life every day -- from my kitty named Missy to certain colorful words you added to my vocabulary -- and here it is your mortal 66th birthday! Now you can take Darby and swim/fly with those dolphins. What a deal! I count the years and still miss you; love lasts forever. Happy, happy dear one! From old Whosie Whatsis
May 21, 2013
May 21, 2013
Rose's memory is always in my heart. The other day my daughter said how much she missed Rose and her beautiful voice. I miss talking to her and sharing our horse stories. Rose was one of a kind and I miss her so much.
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Recent Tributes
August 10
August 10
Happy Birthday dear sister. You are so missed.
May 21
May 21
I think of you and Darby often, help me find a new flight instructor please!!
May 21
May 21
There were so many moments and belly laughs that bring joy when I think of you.
You were a change agent, bringing people closer with your sense of humor, but mostly it was so great when you laughed with us.
And we miss you terribly.
You were a change agent, bringing people closer with your sense of humor, but mostly it was so great when you laughed with us.
And we miss you terribly.
Gallery
Missing you - 5-21-13
Darby the Guardian forever present to green healthy treats
2008 The Tibetan Joy after a bath, awaiting Rose, standing guard
2008 Darby welcomes Rose after every single flight!
2008 Tibetan baby Darby and beloved Rose
Best of times, we celebrate you, Rose!
Volcano hike....Happy Birthday, Rose. Love you!
Rose, Susan and Marti at dinner in Portland--as always, having a great time.
Rose’s last flight was with Maddie. Maddie is 90 years old and had a life long dream to fly a plane. Rose made that dream come true.
Recent stories
September 4, 2011
What a great privelege it was to pass this way with you both and have so much time with Darby while you flew. I never knew such a beautifully present dog, listening to your voice on the unicom, or climbing and bouncing along the poofy top of the flight lounge sofas while watching you taxi out and back, always back. Throwing her head firmly back down to wait some more when some other plane passed and it wasn't you! Thank you for letting me be with her and give her treats. What an unspeakably great good at work the animals were - thank you for bringing her every day! With so much love for you both. Always, Rose, always!
Rose and Darby light the way
September 4, 2011
Namaste, I love you Rose, I love you little Darby. Godspeed in freedom and peace, while we old pals wait to catch you on the flip side. Your laughter and stories, commraderie every day at work, the long hours walking s l o w l y around the building sniffing every blade of grass and watching as you, Miss Darby, perched half airborne from sofa top to counter-sugar laden food top...oh, what wishful thinking to sneak a snack that had no seaweed... your whole being an expression of being alive with purpose, joy and focused intention/attention. I have missed your delightful, protective and nurturing presence and our long long introspective talks and I will hold you both and Peregrine forever in loving prayer, joy of remembrance and our shared presence in the universe.
If not for Rose...
August 8, 2011
Rose came into my life when I was floundering and without direction. She not only told me about the wondrous profession of coaching, she lived it out loud. After lunch with her, I knew that's what I wanted to do and I pursued coach training and a coaching career.
I hadn't contacted Rose for a bit because I was finishing the book she encouraged me to write and I wanted to get it published and present it to her on a visit to Portland in a few weeks. It was going to be a surprise and a time for me to thank her for helping me discover the courage to write.
I'm so sorry I didn't get to talk with her and tell her what she meant to me and how she changed my life with her encouragement, belief, positivity and brilliance. I hope she knows.