John Brantley, the former director of Raleigh-Durham International Airport, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 82. His remarkable contributions to the airport during his 29-year tenure significantly shaped its evolution into a modern gateway for the Research Triangle region.
Known for leading substantial expansions and improvements, John’s legacy remains woven into the very fabric of RDU. He will be dearly missed by the community he served and helped to grow
He was a safe space for many—someone you could cry with, dream with, and trust to be there when it mattered most. His presence offered strength during life’s toughest moments, and his friendship was a source of courage and joy for so many
The sorrow felt by Philip’s passing is matched only by the gratitude of having known him. His friends and family are left with a thousand stories, a million laughs, and a shared belief that he was someone who truly made life better.
