Lonnie Dean Moore

Lonnie Dean Moore

"God is my point man, no need to worry about me..."

Age: 19

D.O.B.: November 14, 1949

D.O.D.: June 3, 1969

Branch of Military: Army

Rank: Corporal

Served In: Quang Ngai, Vietnam

Dearest Lonnie,

In the beginning this was just another project. The project we knew would take lots of time, effort, long nights and maybe a little stress. We picked your name; one that sounded good but didn't realize it would be a name that would be engraved in our hearts forever. Through our eyes the journey started. We began digging through yearbooks; making phone calls to people we didn't know, searching the Internet and much more in hope to get to know you. Finally we got in contact with your little brother Pete and set a time to meet him and your older brother George for our interview. Not knowing whom you were at all, a glimpse of your loving heart shown through in the first words your brothers said to us, "Thank you."

Without hesitation we were asked if we would like to have our interview at George's house. Upon arrival we were nervous but very excited. From then on our project got a whole new meaning. They welcomed us into their home with open arms. But even more, they opened their hearts and let us into their lives, a part that is hard to go back to. Your family served us dinner, looked through albums with us and even showed us around the farm including your memorial and the road they named for you "Lonnie’s Lane". We can’t explain how much your family has made an impact on our lives. They have us more than we could ever ask for. With the love, compassion, appreciation, smiles, tears, happiness, laughter and the help they gave us, we saw more than people but family. They showed us more than just a name, but a man. One who loved his family, loved God, was very talented and enjoyed life. Through your family we saw you.

We wish now since getting to know you through your family that we could meet you in person. But even though we can't we can tell you that your family and you have impacted our lives and people we can call family. We want you to know you are more than a fallen soldier. You're a hero and a man who has touched each of your lives greatly. You have shown us about life and the kind of people we want to become. Through our eyes we see you. With your happy go lucky, loving child like heart, and your big ol' toothy grin. Thank you Lonnie Dean Moore for becoming part of our lives and serving us in Vietnam. We will never forget you and we will save a piece of our hearts for you forever.

WITH LOVE,

Jonnie Atchley, Morgan Brantner and Amanda Roadhouse.