John W. Kiker (2nd from right)

A dear friend and family member John Kiker passed away on 5-6-2005.
John was the Grandfather of our son Jeff's fiance, Marianne.
John worked for NASA for over 30 years.
Working for NASA, John was Chief, Mechanisms Branch, Spacecraft Design Division.
One of John most notable achievements while at JSC was the concept and
theory development of the aerodynamics, systems, support and substructures
to aircraft and orbiter necessary to fly the shuttle on top of the 747.

But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings as eagles;
they shall run, and not be weary;
and they shall walk, and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31

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