August “Gus” Baechle, 89, of Ballwin, Missouri, passed away on October 17, 2020.

He served as EASA’s Executive Vice President from 1961 until his retirement in 1996.

“It was my honor to work for Gus for 13 years prior to his retirement,” said Linda Raynes, CAE, EASA President and CEO. “We send our heartfelt condolences to Carroll, and their children, Katie, Mike and Jennifer, and the entire Baechle family.”

He is survived by his wife, Carroll Baechle; three children, Katie Sullivan, Mike Baechle and Jennifer Baechle; brother, Herman (Marge) Baechle; and several loved ones.