DEREK NEYMEYER

DFW Area Coordinator 

It is with heavy hearts we share the recent passing of one of our own, Major Derek “Dirk” Neymeyer, United States Marine Corps (Ret.). Dirk was a friend to all of us and a dedicated long-time Wingman Foundation volunteer.

Derek retired from the USMC in October 2016 after a long career as a KC-130 F/R/T Pilot. After retirement, Derek and his family settled in the DFW area, and he began a career with Southwest Airlines as a commercial pilot. Starting in January 2019, Derek’s efforts as the DFW Area Coordinator directly connected the foundation to both national and local military organizations to help create and spread awareness of our mission, as well as open the door to non-profit grant awards and opportunities.

We are forever grateful for his service to our country, his dedication to The Wingman Foundation, and we’re truly honored to have known him. Please join us in honoring his memory and sending prayers and love to his family during this difficult time.