Our son, Raymond (Joe) Luckett III enlisted in the Navy when he was 25. After boot camp, Joe trained to serve as a Seabee. He was proud to serve as a Seabee and traveled the world, serving in Afghanistan, Japan, Sicily, Bahrain and Somalia. He also spent a short amount of time serving in Romania. Joe was well respected wherever he served because he always went above and beyond what was asked of him. Joe was getting ready to leave the States to deploy to Guam at the time of his death. He was proud to be a Seabee. He was especially proud to serve in the greatest Navy in the world. His family, fellow sailors, and friends miss him greatly.
Lt. Ronald E. Irwin was an extraordinary individual who was loved by all that knew him. His selflessness and love of God enabled him to touch the lives of many people that he came across. His love for his family set the foundation for his determination to achieve great things. Although he is no longer with us his legacy will continue on through many generations, for he has instilled in us a love for life, and an educational foundation that will allow us to strive for bigger and better things in life just as he did. As a husband, father, and friend, we know his spirit will forever live on in our hearts and souls.
Lt. JG Wallace Eugene Burch died on October 1, 2015 as a result of a training accident when the T-45 that Wallace and Lt. Patrick Ruth were flying crashed in Tellico Plains, Tennessee. Wallace was born on October 15, 1991 in Nashville, Tennessee. He graduated from DeSoto Central High School in 2010 and Mississippi State University in 2014. Wallace attended Naval Officer Candidate School in September, 2014 and was commissioned as an Ensign with Class 05-15E on January 16, 2015. Wallace reported to VT-6 for Primary Flight Training in the T-6B in June, 2015. While in Pensacola, Wallace was awarded the Commodore’s List with Distinction for superior performance during training. In April, 2016, Wallace was selected for the Strike Training Pipeline and reported to VT-7 in Meridian, Mississippi. He was a member of Class 16-95 with VT-7 and finished immediate Jet training in March, 2017. Wallace had a magnetic personality and was a friend to so many. He is loved and missed everyday by his family and close friends.
Joseph Anthony Reese II, Fire Controlmen II Petty Officer Officer 2nd Class was born July 6, 1996 and died September 19, 2020. Joseph served in the United States Navy. He loved life and he leaves his parents, Robert and Valerie Byas and 5 siblings, James Talley III, Janelle Talley, Janee' Talley, Christopher Talley and Christian Talley behind to cherish his memory. Joseph brought joy to our lives and he will forever be missed.
Thanks Sabrina for your greatful assistance in obtaining gold star pins for me and my family. We do appreciate your hard work in making this possible.
We were very happy to see Gold Star Navy in the Resource Room at the Snowball Express in Dallas Texas. Rufus and Stephanie provided valuable information and also helped in the event. Thank you for being there for us.
Mrs. Jackson, you're such a blessing. We don't feel forgotten after our loss anymore. We greatly appreciate the moral support you provided to us. Thank you very much for all you do. Carol & Andrea
Thank you very much for everything Erick it was a pleasure to meet you in person, I hope that we are able to maintain communication with the Navy Gold Star program that represents so much satisfaction and happiness for us to unite with other families. Hugs
Patricia you are perfect for the job you do with the Gold Star Families. Talking to you over the phone felt like I have known you before and meeting you in person validate my feelings. After almost 14 years it means something special to meet other parents and families who have walked our path and the others who are now on that long painful journey our prayers are with all to find comfort.Gold Star Mom and Dad, Maryland
'This was a great experience for me. I am so glad I did it. I appreciate all of the work and coordination from everyone involved. Thanks for your program. It meant a lot to me and my husband. We were taken on a tour of the hanger, meet some of the men now in the squadron, and had a very nice time. Thank you very much Sandra.'
Susanna, thanks for all you do for the Gold Star Families. . .encouraging Dolores to submit a tribute for our son Rene was just another example of how you are always reaching out to care for and encourage family members to remember and celebrate the lives of their loved ones.Thank you! Bill & Dolores
As a survivor of a military serviceman, I'm so pleased for all of you in supporting and caring for those who have lost their love ones like mine. Your kindness and cooperation is being appreciated.
