NEVER FORGOTTEN

Don Mosley
July 5, 1950 – October 30, 2021 Don was born July 5th, 1950 to Joseph and Maxine Moseley. On October 30th, 2021 he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends. Don succumbed to complications from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.
Don grew up in the San Fernando Valley. After graduating from Canoga Park High School, he enlisted in the Navy. He was an Aviation Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator and proudly flew with VP22. These “Blue Geese” friendships he acquired remained with him throughout his life.
In June 2012, Don retired from Lockheed Martin after 35 years of service. He spent 30 years working Skunk Works/Advanced Development Projects in business management.
Don’s love of surfing occupied most of his adult life. He also enjoyed skiing, scuba diving and competing in triathlons.
Don was an avid lifelong fan of the L.A. Kings and USC football. He had season tickets to both sports for many years.
Don was known for his kind-heartedness, sharp wit and terrific sense of humor. He was a warm and generous man who touched the lives of many people. He will be dearly missed by family, friends and all who knew him.
Don is survived by his wife Peggy, with whom he enjoyed many unforgettable trips, adventures and memories. He is also survived by his mother, Maxine Moseley Kubach (95 yrs).
Don leaves behind his children Kimberly Moseley Fiedler and Michael Moseley from his previous marriage to Lisa Moseley Harris. Don warmly embraced Peggy’s daughter, Kate Epper, as his own. Don cherished and enjoyed his “Band of Brothers” trip to Normandy, France with his siblings Kent Moseley (Spouse Eva) and Joseph Moseley (Spouse Susan). He was a loving Poppa to Kayleigh Fiedler Lopez, Tyler Moseley, Chloe Fiedler, Austin Moseley and Miles Epper. Don enjoyed his proud role as uncle to Gena Hanna, Jonathan Moseley, and Danielle Moseley.

Lonzo Lavaughn “Lon” Bryant, age 74, of Valley Springs, Arkansas, passed away Friday, August 28, 2020, at home.

He was born in Valley Springs on February 21, 1946, the son of Hersel and Lexie (McGlasson) Bryant.  Lon was drafted into the military in 1964 at the age of 18 and served his country in the US Navy for 21 years. He was a Vietnam War Veteran and received many medals and commendations during his military career, including a National Defense Service Medal, Navy Achievement Medal with Gold Star, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation, and Vietnam Service Medal, and many others.  He retired from the Navy in 1984, at the rank of AWCS (Aviation Anti-Submarine Warfare Operator Senior Chief Petty Officer).

After retirement, he returned to Harrison to raise his family.  He spent several years working at Beacon Tire and Pace Industries.

Lon enjoyed hunting, fishing, and vegetable and flower gardening.  He loved spending time with his family.  Lon was very outgoing and friendly and he could do anything he set his mind to.  He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife of 50 years, Lena Chisum Bryant, and a caring and devoted father to his children and grandchildren.  Lon was very family-oriented and loved his family beyond measure and he will be missed by all who loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hersel and Lexie Bryant; his father and mother-in-law, John and Goldie Chisum and his brother-in-law, James Watkins.

Lon is survived by his wife, Lena Bryant; his children and their spouses, Evan and Lea Ann Bryant and Renee and Jesse York; his grandchildren, Alexis Bryant, Liam York, Starlet York, and Westin Bryant; his brother, J.B. Bryant and wife Kathy; his sisters, Glenna Jo Mallard and husband Jim and Sherlene Watkins; his sisters-in-law their spouses, Joyce and Devoe Campbell, Loretta and Gary Jones, Annetta and Jerry Pelt and Melinda and Dennis Smith.  He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, extended relatives, and many friends.

William Nelson Rubel was born on September 13, 1947 in Topeka, KS. After a hard-fought battle with COVID-19, he passed away April 3, 2020 at Tennova Hospital. He is preceded in death by his parents, William E., Betty Joan Rubel and step mother Marguerite Rubel. He is survived by his brothers, Tom and Randy Rubel and step sister Linda Farmer Lee; his children Jimmy Shasteen (Julie Shasteen) and Kristen Shields (Tim Shields); grandchildren Aimee, James and Autumn Shasteen, Jareth and Gabriel Phelps and Atlas and Jackson Shields as well as numerous extended families.

With a father as a Major in the United States Airforce, the family traveled extensively before settling in Clarksville in 1962. While attending Clarksville High School, Bill enjoyed athletics earning varsity lettering in football and track. Following graduation, Bill enlisted in the United State Navy in 1967. He served honorably in Vietnam 1969-1970 flying in the P3 Orion with patrol squadron 22; he was awarded the Air Medal by the Commander of the Seventh Fleet. He continued his service in the Navy reserves retiring in 1993 as an Aviation Ordnance man First Class. As a civilian, Bill retired from Anheuser-Busch after 28 years of service.

He loved all things history and would eagerly engage in conversation with anyone who would listen. He will be remembered for his smile, his laugh, crazy personality and love of animals. He leaves a void in our hearts and will truly be missed.

Due to these unprecedented times, the family will have a private service and he will be laid to rest at Middle Tennessee Veterans Cemetery in Pegram, TN. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for a donation to be made in his memory to the COVID-19 Response Fund, www.COVID19ResponseFund.org.

William Richard Turberville  Lt. USN, Served with pride with VP-22
St. MATTHEWS – William Richard ‘Bill’ Turberville, 69, of St. Matthews, died Sunday February 12, 2012.  Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday February 15, 2012 at St. Paul United Methodist Church with Rev. Patricia Mayfield and Rev. Al Zudig officiating. Burial will follow at the Old Methodist Cemetery of St. Matthews. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the residence.  Mr. Turberville was born in Century, FL, a son of the late William George and Blanche Sowell Turberville. He was a retired Airline Pilot with Eastern Airlines and was a practicing Pharmacist with Delta Pharmacy and St. Matthews Pharmacy. Mr. Turberville graduated from Century High School and of Auburn University. He was a member of Auburn’s baseball team and a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. He was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church where he served as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and he was President of Calhoun Academy Booster Club. Mr. Turberville was a 1st Lt. Naval Aviator serving in the U.S. Navy in Vietnam. An honorable man who loved his God, his Family, his Friends and Auburn University.  Survivors include his wife of 41 years Rebecca W. Turberville, of the home; his children Bill Turberville and wife Michele of St. Matthews; Kent Turberville and wife Trina of Charleston, and Anne Wimberly Hollman and husband David of John’s Island; seven grandchildren Anna Banks, Emma Turberville of St. Matthews, Brice and Lucius Turberville of Charleston, and Hughes Banks and Collins Hollman of Johns Island; sister in law Mary Anne Martin and husband Tony of St. Matthews, brother in law John Barnhill and wife Nancy of Houston, TX, niece Rebecca Shunk and husband Rich of Corte Madera, CA, and Elizabeth Zadig and husband Al of Charleston and nephews Jeff Barnhill and wife Katie, Matt and Tim Barnhill all of Houston, TX.

..WOODLEY, Richard P...I am writing to announce the sad passing of my father, CDR Richard P. Woodley. He was proudly a member of VP-4, VP-19, and VP-22 flying both P2Vs and P-3s. Countless times he related to me how much he loved the people he worked with, the flying he did, and the memories he made. For those who may have known him, I hope you have fond memories of his time in the VP world. For those who may not have known him, know that we have all lost a good Shipmate. My thanks to you all for being such a wonderful part of my fathers life. Good Hunting…Doug Woodley [email protected]…

AT3 – Lenny Neyland, Served proudly with VP-22 Crew 7, Radio, on the Naha Deployment 70/71

We announce with deep regret the passing of James H. Fischley (70), Patrol Plane Commander in VP-22 during the 1969-1972 timeframe. Jim was born on November 12, 1942 and died on March 20, 2013. He was raised in Cleveland Ohio and lived many years before his passing in Key Longboat, Florida.  He is survived by his wife Ginger of 33 years. He remained in the Navy Reserves and served at the Naval Air Station Jacksonville until retirement. Jim became an employee of Eastern Airlines in August 1972 and qualified as a Captain on several type aircraft before departing Eastern in March 1989. He Joined American Trans Air (ATA) in September 1989 and flew B-757 aircraft until November 2002.  Jim’s last trip for ATA was from Honolulu to Phoenix as a B-757 Captain. His wife Ginger, pictured above with Jim, was an Eastern Flight Attendant and an ATA Flight Attendant. Jim was highly respected and honored by his VP-22 crews (6 & 2) and we have amassed many wonderful memories of our dear friend “Fish”.  All those who had the honor of serving with Jim, especially those that flew with him in “harm’s way”, know they were blessed, both professionally and personally. Those remembrances of “Fish” and times gone by will remain secured deeply in our hearts as he soars far above the boundaries of this earth.

It is with obvious sadness that I commemorate my father and his service to our country and the Navy. He was very proud of his service and loved reminiscing about his time with not only his contemporaries in the Navy but any service member who liked to talk.

He was born in Elgin Illinois in 1940. His father passed away when he was three and from then on he lived a somewhat rootless childhood, being shuffled from his mother to one set of grandparents or the other until he graduated from high school in Muskegon Michigan in 1958. He then joined the Navy, with boot camp in Chicago. His first duty station was at NAS Pensacola where he was attached to the crash crew, (and where I was born in 1960). He was promoted to AT3 and was discharged in 1961 whereupon he moved his family back up to Muskegon. Dad joined the reserves and was assigned to a reserve A-4 squadron.

In 1968 the Pueblo was taken by North Korea and his reserve squadron was activated and sent to NAS Alameda. Later that year, when his squadron was released from active duty, dad decided to stay in and was assigned as a radio operator on P-3’s with VP-22 at Barbers Point. Dad left VP-22 in 1972 and was attached to VR-21 as a radio operator on C118 transport aircraft. In 1975 he was assigned to Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD). Dad also was assigned for a stint with the Seabees in which he thoroughly enjoyed himself. He loved working with his hands in “the trades” and could fix anything. All of these various assignments took place at Barbers Point.

In early 1978, he reported to NATTC Memphis in Millington TN to attend AT “B” school for six months Later that year he and his family reported to NAS Sigonella where he was assigned as a radio operator for CINCSOUTH (Allied Forces Southern Europe) in the VIP C-118. Since dad was also known to be a very good cook, he also filled that duty “unofficially”. In 1981 Dad made chief and shortly thereafter he reported to NAMTRADET AT NAS Moffat Field. He did such a good job at CINCSOUTH that he was requested to return to Sigonella in 1983 working on the VIP C-118 aircraft as the radio operator and flight line CPO. He retired from the Navy in 1985 and subsequently stayed in Italy until 1991. He moved up to Washington State pursuing a new career as a baker and restauranteur and stayed there until his passing on 19 April 2017. He left behind his wife Pia, five children (4 sons, 1 daughter) and three grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud.

On Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019, Jerry Dean Reddekopp, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away at the age of 72. Jerry was born April 11, 1946, in Tillamook, OR to Dean and Loveona (Jean) Reddekopp.  On Oct. 3, 1969, he married Marty June Reedy. They raised three sons, David, Terry, and Timothy.
Jerry retired from the United States Navy in 1987 after twenty-two years of service. He was a Chief Petty Officer. During his time in active duty, Jerry served in several naval air squadrons as an anti-submarine warfare operator.  Working evenings and weekends, Jerry earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science. After the Navy, he worked for many years at Boeing Corp.
Jerry was involved in several veterans groups and other organizations and always flew the American flag proudly. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Dean. He is survived by his mother, Jean; his wife, Marty; his three sons, David, Terry, and Timothy; brothers, Wayne and Jeff; his sisters, Claudia and Deanna; and his eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Fair winds and following seas Husband, Father, Brother, and Grandpa. Our love follows you.

Lovell, Jack 5/9/1946 – 7/16/2018 West Seattle, Washington Jack Lovell passed away on July 16, 2018 at the age of 72. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Mary; his children and grandchildren, Andrea Lovell and daughter Claire; Jenny (Owen) Mesdag and son Tao; Carrie (Zack) McInelly and children Dylan and Ella; and siblings Janet Lovell Giberson and Mark (Eileen) Lovell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Roberta Lovell. Jack graduated from Creston High School after which he served in the U.S. Navy with VP-22 during the Vietnam War. Following their marriage in 1970, Jack and Mary lived in Yakima Washington until moving to West Seattle in 2015 to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Known for his positive outlook and sense of humor, Jack enjoyed nothing more than “swapping stories” or sharing a laugh with his family and friends. A private family celebration of Jack’s life will be held at a later date. Those who wish to make a contribution in his memory may wish to consider the Roberta and Robert Lovell Athletic Scholarship, Northern Michigan University Foundation, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855-5301