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Mr. John Edward Biland passed away on September 21, 202, and Mrs. Victoria “Vicki” Ann Biland passed away on September 19, 2021, both of Salisbury.
John was born to the late Mary Agnes Casey and Edward Lewis Biland on March 8, 1948 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan and Vicki was born to the late Joseph Eugene Barill and Philomena Barill on February 27, 1947 in Morgantown, West Virginia.
John and Vicki met in southern California as John enlisted for duty in Vietnam as an aircraft mechanic for the Air Force. He was later granted leave to fly to Hawaii where he and Vicki were married on November 22, 1969. They spent 52 years together creating extensive friendships, taking family trips, and building their family by fostering three children in 1990. They loved raising children and later adopted Heather Sarah Biland in 1995. They moved to Salisbury NC in 2004 and became proud members of the community. John coached for the Salisbury senior softball league, was a member of a bowling league at Woodleaf Lanes, and he enjoyed his time with the team at Hammer Truck Sales. John is remembered as a man of great mechanical ability who would devote his time and talent to those he encountered. Vicki enjoyed adapting to southern life and spending time with her daughter and grandchildren. Vicki is known for sharing laughter and an appreciation for gardening and the sea with friends.
John and Vicki leave behind two sons, nine grandchildren, as well as a community of friends and family with broken hearts as their time came too early.
A private memorial will be held on Sunday, September 26, 2021.
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Biland family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Sheron Wyzisk says
My heart is broken at the loss of 2 great friends and neighbors. Vicki always had a smile and prayer for you. John always had a helping hand ready at all times. Heaven has gained two wonderful souls. Y’all are loved and will be surely missed❤️❤️❤️????????
Barbara McNamara says
We will miss you Vicki and John so much. I have beautiful memories of you both, and I will always remember you with great fondness.
Ron Redden says
I got to know John and Vicki while living in the area and they were terrific people. I often saw John while running in their neighborhood and got to know him through the years. I’m deeply saddened to hear of both his and his wife’s passing. My prayers go to out to their family.
bruce hughes says
I knew John when he was living in calif and have spoke to Vicki on the phone, very lovely lady. John was one of my work mentors/supervisor and friend. I still have his old Jeep Comanche in my yard. Both will be missed by the Edwards, AFB Community 🙁
OJ, Jeff Parsons says
RIP, one heck of a person ta work with.
Don & Becki Vess says
John and Vickie were some kind of special to all of us on Proctor Drive. I enjoyed spending time talking with he and Vickie and they we be terribly missed. I hate I had to miss the memorial service as a prior commitment took me out of town. Becki and I will be praying for the family as they grieve the loss of two such wonderful people.
Peter J Katuszonek says
I had the distinct pleasure of knowing and working with John during our years at Edward’s AFB. He was one of the most knowledgeable, talented and easy-going mechanics I ever worked with! R.I.P John and Vicki
Pete Katuszonek says
I had the distinct pleasure of knowing and working with John during our years at Edward’s AFB. He was one of the most knowledgeable, talented and easy-going mechanics I ever worked with! R.I.P John and Vicki
David Ortega says
Jonny B as he was effectionally known was part of our Norton Family , 63 FMS , Norton AFB , 63 Military Airlift Wing, here in San Bernardino Ca. He was a great supervisor , WS-9. John was always there to lend a hand , if you needed help or had a question , you could always go to John for help. Even when you were experiencing personal hardships . This man had great mechanical skill and was the go 2 when all of us in the shop were having car problems or questions related to our vehicles. I’m greatful for the eight years being assigned to the Fuel Cell Shop. John and the other key supervisors and fuel cell personnel made it a great place to come to work . Heaven has a place for 2 great people . Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Biland Family . Rest In Peace , God Bless