The Villages, Florida
Gilbert Von Vreckin
1937 — 2023
Gilbert Von Vreckin died peacefully at home on 5/12/23 at the age of 85. He was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA and moved to The Villages, FL in 2004. Gil had an illustrious career in aviation with Rockwell International and Cessna. Upon leaving the corporate arena, he became a private charter pilot for the Pittsburgh Steelers Rooney family. He accomplished over 40,000 hours in 12 different airplane ratings and held an ATP pilot transport license. In his younger days, he enjoyed skiing, traveling, and socializing with friends. During his retirement years, he frequently played golf and water aerobics, was an avid Steelers fan, and a member of The Villages Pittsburgh club. Gilbert...