North Dakota leaders are reacting to the news of the passing of retired Brigadier General Al Palmer on Tuesday. Palmer had recently been hospitalized with COVID complications.
U.S. Senator John Hoeven says Palmer was instrumental in helping advance North Dakota’s leadership in unmanned aviation and served our nation honorably as a member of both the Air Force and North Dakota Air National Guard.
U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer called Palmer a wise and compassionate man who dedicated his career to the military and supporting veterans.
Governor Doug Burgum says Palmer has a lasting impact on aviation and enjoyed helping others succeed.
In addition to his military career and leadership with the UND Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, Palmer was instrumental in the development of the Veterans Memorial Park in south Grand Forks.
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Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Amundson Funeral Home with visitation from 1-2:00 p.m. prior to the service.
Committal Service: Veteran’s Memorial Park in Grand Forks.
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