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Navy Gold Star Program Information & Resource Site

Navy Gold Star is the Navy’s official program for providing long-term support to surviving families of Sailors who pass while on Active Duty. If you are visiting this page because you are a surviving family member of a deceased service member, please accept our most heartfelt sympathy and gratitude for your loved one’s service and sacrifice in defending our nation . . .

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U.S. Navy
LT
Christopher Mosko
26 Apr 2012

Christopher "Chris" Mosko was born in Worcester, MA, and spent his childhood in Connecticut, Delaware, and Wisconsin where he attended Eau Claire Memorial High School. He earned a BS in Commerce and Engineering from Drexel University where he Chris served in the ROTC. Upon entering the Navy, he joined the Explosive Ordnance Disposal group. He quickly became a platoon leader for Mobile Unit 3, deployed to support Haiti after the earthquake and ultimately was deployed to Afghanistan where he was Killed in Action on April 26 2012. Whether it was on the soccer field or with his ROTC unit, Chris was a natural leader and loved being part of a team. According to his mom, while in ROTC in Philadelphia, Chris implemented a ‘punishment’ where he would set up runs that stopped at historical sites throughout the city and have those being disciplined explain why each site was important to our country’s history. He is remembered by his wife, Amanda, his sister, Meredith Hathaway and her husband Army Major Dr. Nathanael Hathaway M.D.), and his parents, John and Gayle Mosko.

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U.S. Navy
ADCS
Samuel Dumond
14 Oct 2024

ADCS Samuel Dumond was raised in Edmundston, NB, Canada.  He played hockey, baseball and enjoyed snowboarding.  As a child, he always wanted to be a mechanic, so right after high school graduation, he left for Maine to join the Navy in 2006 and was posted in Virginia, California and Hawaii, changing platforms several times.  Sam deployed multiple times with his last being the 2024 USS Theodore Roosevelt deployment. Serving his country was an honour for him. He was a thoughtful leader, who led by example. His friends described Sam as one of the most reliable “best friends” a person could ask for, who always had an infectious smile.  Sam will forever be loved and remembered by his mother Francine and step father Bob, his father Greg (Lisa), his wife Beverly and his two children Liam and Bella, his brothers Matt, Alex and Andrew. RIP Sammy.

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U.S. Navy
PO1
Steven “Glenn” Daugherty
20 Feb 2022

Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Petty Officer, Steven “Glenn” Daugherty, 35, of Carrsville, VA and formerly Englewood, TN, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 20, 2022 while attending training school at the Naval Station Great Lakes in Illinois.  Steven “Glenn” was born on March 5, 1986 to his parents Glenn C. and Evelyn E. Daugherty of Englewood, TN.  He was a 2004 graduate of McMinn Central High School and began his military career as an Electrician’s Mate with the United States Navy in April 2005 and remained active duty until his death.   

Steven “Glenn” was a dedicated husband and father.  He was the epitome of a true family man who greatly adored his wife and children.  He lived a simple life and was a true country boy at heart.  He enjoyed wood working, the outdoors and loved to fish, but most of his free time was spent at home with his family.  He had a vivacious personality, never met a stranger, and always kept everyone around him laughing by his quick wit and sense of humor.  He was loved by all who knew him and will be deeply missed. 

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U.S. Marine Corps
Lance Cpl.
Thomas Baddeley
08 Jan 1987
You lived like there was no tomorrow...and I am forever grateful for that. This world couldn’t contain you...your enthusiasm for life, Our time was so short, but you loved me enough to last an eternity. You left me your smile, your laugh, your strength and courage...in the lives and hearts of our sons. You live on in them. My heart will always be with you, wherever you are...and one day I hope to be by your side again, exploring the heavens. I can’t wait to see what new things you have found to show me among the stars. My life, my love.
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U.S. Navy
PO3
Heath Shilling
15 Jul 2001
PO3 Heath Bradley Shilling was born in Glen Dale, WV, and graduated from John Marshall High School in 1998. Heath loved motorcycles, his truck and baseball. He joined the Navy after graduation from high school in 1998 and was worked as an Aviation Hydraulic Mechanic. According to his father, Heath just wanted to live happily. He said Heath planned to make the Navy his career. He is remembered by his parents, Donald and Rose, his brother, Robert, and his sister, Amber.
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U.S. Navy
CPO
Todd Hargis
31 Jul 2013
Todd Hargis was such a unique man. He was as tough as tough can be. He joined the Navy at 19 years old. He made his way to become a Navy Diver not too long after that. Todd loved every second of being a Diver! He loved his little boy Johnny more then anything. Some of their favorite memories were riding dirt bikes together and going fishing. Our lives are forever changed by loving you and loosing you. We love and miss you dearly.
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