Angel’s Truck Stop, A Woman’s Love, Laughter, and Loss During The Vietnam War. Dr. Pilato was the first woman Air Force officer assigned to manage an officers’ club. She served more than five years on active duty in the United States, Europe, and Thailand. After her tour in Southeast Asia, Angel returned to civilian life. She transitioned to the Air Force Reserves as a training specialist and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. Angel earned a doctorate degree from Oregon State University. She has held management positions at a Fortune 500 company, a top 10 university, and a non-profit organization. Angel is a Rotarian and resides in Oregon.