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Urban Rahoi, a legendary Fairbanks pilot and homesteader, died on May 20 at 102 years old. The longtime Alaskan will be remembered for his humor and determination as well as his accomplishments as a pilot during World War II and in Fairbanks. âHe was a great guy,â said longtime friend Craig Compeau. Compeau first met Rahoi as a teenager, and the two became close about a decade ago. Rahoi, as Compeau described him, was âa fixture all over town.â He was recognized for his businesses, including Lakeview Trailer Court in South Cushman and his hunting lodge, as well as for his strong anti-big government beliefs. And, riding a 1965 Polaris Mustang, Rahoi was frequently a fierce competitor in the Tired Iron, a vintage snowmachine race. âHe just screams Alaskan,â said Compeau. ....