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Leslie Don Moses

Name Leslie Don Moses
Rank/Grade SP4 - E4 - Army - Regular
Age 20
Marital Status Single
Race Caucasian
Gender Male
Date of Birth Apr 25, 1946
From Wetumka, Oklahoma
Length of Service 2 years
Tour Began Aug 26, 1965
Casualty Date Nov 4, 1966
Location SOUTH VIETNAM
Hostile/Non-Hostile   HOSTILE
Classification HELICOPTER - CREW AIR LOSS, CRASH ON LAND
Body Recovered Yes
Religion Baptist

Vietnam Memorial

 

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Leslie Don Moses

Visitor Comments

Posted by:frankie jane johnson mohs
Date:Tuesday, December 31, 2002 4:05 AM UTC
Relationship:childhood friend
From:sauk rapids,mn
Comments:i grew up with leslie in wetumka.i found his name on the memorial wall when it was in mn.my mom and dad are in lebanon, ok.and attend the alumni there in wetumka and keeps me informed on tthe news.
Posted by:Jerry Meader
Date:Tuesday, July 1, 2003 3:03 AM UTC
Relationship:crew member in Viet Nam in 1966
From:Brant Lake, New York
Comments:I am visiting Oklahoma City the 2nd week in September and plan on going up to the grave site at Wetumka. I'm interested in getting in touch with Robert Jackson at this time if possible. I thought very highly of Moses and he was killed just after I left the unit. For trivia, I am a graduate of OU, class of 52. Would enjoy hearing from you.
Posted by:Bill
Date:Sunday, January 9, 2005 3:27 AM UTC
Relationship:none
From:Wetumka, OK
Comments:It's pretty neat to see who Leslie Moses actually is. The park at Wetumka Lake is name Leslie Moses Park. Now I know where it came from.
Posted by:PHILLIP WHITLOCK
Date:Thursday, January 13, 2005 1:39 PM UTC
Relationship:NA
From:SASAKWA, RAISED IN WEWOKA,OKLA.
Comments:I WAS IN WETUMKA WHEN LESLIE WAS LAID TO REST, HIS BROTHER AND FATHER ALSO SERVED OUR COUNTRY, HE HAD ALREADY DONE 1 TOUR AND EXTENDED FOR ANOTHER, I WORKED WITH SOME OF MY FRIENDS FOR OVER 30 YEARS ON THE RAILROAD EVERYTIME I GO BY THEIR GRAVE I GO BY HIS TO HONOR HIM, I SERVED IN THE U S MARINES 1967 68 MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND FAMILY,RESPECTFULLY PHILLIP WHITLOCK
Posted by:Rick Maxwell
Date:Saturday, April 9, 2005 5:33 PM UTC
Relationship:Neighbor
From:Wetumka, OK
Comments:One of my best childhood memories is of Leslie. He had a jenny and cart and would come around and give the kids rides. I was too young to understand what happened at the time but I now know what a great sacrifice he made for his country and what a great loss to those whose lives he touched.
Posted by:Sondra Richmond (McCain)
Date:Tuesday, October 11, 2005 2:42 AM UTC
Relationship:just an older girl on school bus
From:
Comments:I actually knew Wendell better but can remember Leslie quite well. We rode bus together when we lived east on hwy 75. Can also remember their parents.
Was so sad when I heard of his death.
Sondra
Posted by:Ken Davis
Date:Wednesday, August 29, 2007 3:48 PM UTC
Relationship:None
From:Toccoa, Georgia
Comments:Following is taken from 5th AF Group After-Action Report for Operation ATTLEBORO:
"4 Nov 0730?China Boy Company 1 hit mined area vic XT561588. One MF KIA, two MF WIA. Medevac chopper downed by SF fire vic XT485622, while enroute to China Boy Company 1's location. One US KIA (Crew Member), chopper was recovered."
Helo was UH-1D tail number 64-13715; crewman was SP4 Moses.
Ken Davis
VirtualWall.org
Posted by:Joy
Date:Monday, November 26, 2007 5:57 PM UTC
Relationship:School Mate
From:Allen
Comments:Leslie was a few years older than me in school but I remember when he went to Viet Nam and when we learned of his death. It was a sad day for everyone in Wetumka. I felt so sorry for his parents. So much promise gone at such a young age. It really brought home the meaning of death to a 16 year old.
Posted by:Barbara Rowlan
Date:Sunday, November 28, 2010 1:53 AM UTC
Relationship:fellow American
From:Spring, Tx
Comments:Although I did not know this hero I do wish to pay my respects to his family,
as a fellow Oklahoman and American, and daughter of a Marine. I also wish to thank all who serve our country. Thank you for keeping us all safe and the great sacrifice you make everyday!
Barbara
Posted by:Debbie Ray
Date:Tuesday, May 31, 2011 3:19 AM UTC
Relationship:Cousin
From:Fort Wayne, IN
Comments:Today, Memorial Day, the memory of Leslie has been on my mind.I was a small child whne he was killed but remember, just like it way yesterday, the sadness felt by my family and I will always remember his beautiful eyes. My love and prayers are always with his family. Thank you to all who serve our counrty!
Posted by:Clettis Ray
Date:Sunday, March 15, 2015 1:04 PM UTC
Relationship:1st Cousin
From:Wetumka, OK
Comments:Leslie was one of four cousins who served in Vietnam. Two, plus his brother Wendell, returned home safely. We miss you Leslie.
Posted by:Debbie Ray
Date:Monday, May 30, 2016 2:14 PM UTC
Relationship:Cousin
From:Fort Wayne
Comments:Memorial Day. After all these years, I still remember my cousin, Leslie, who use to give me piggy back rides and lift me up into my Aunts apple tree.
God Bless all who served and lost their lives for our country.
Posted by:Debbie Ray
Date:Sunday, May 30, 2021 6:12 PM UTC
Relationship:Cousin
From:Fort Wayne
Comments:Once again, on this Memorial Day, I come to remember my cousin that was killed from hostile fire while on a helicopter during a Medivac mission in Viet Nam. I was a young child, but remember so clearly the day the family was notified of his death. Thank you to Leslie and all others that lost their lives in war.
I loved you!
Posted by:Gene Heathcott
Date:Thursday, May 19, 2022 7:25 PM UTC
Relationship:Close family friend
From:Jenks, OK
Comments:Tomorrow I will attend the funeral of my dear friend Leslie’s mother, Avis Moses, in Wetumka. I was fortunate to spend a lot of time with Leslie, in band and hanging out at his home where he taught me many things including how to built model airplanes and cars. Avis worked with my mother and was always the sweetest, kind and upbeat person I knew. Each time I saw her she wanted a big hug. Avis was 97 years old. Leslie was a couple of years older than me but he always treated me well. I was overwhelmed when I heard of his death and remember going to see him at the funeral home and was taken by the military casket and escort that was sent to stay with him on his journey. Over half a century has passed but I still cherish the memories I have of Leslie and his wonderful family. Rest In Peace my friend.
Posted by:Gene Heathcott
Date:Thursday, May 19, 2022 7:25 PM UTC
Relationship:Close family friend
From:Jenks, OK
Comments:Tomorrow I will attend the funeral of my dear friend Leslie’s mother, Avis Moses, in Wetumka. I was fortunate to spend a lot of time with Leslie, in band and hanging out at his home where he taught me many things including how to built model airplanes and cars. Avis worked with my mother and was always the sweetest, kind and upbeat person I knew. Each time I saw her she wanted a big hug. Avis was 97 years old. Leslie was a couple of years older than me but he always treated me well. I was overwhelmed when I heard of his death and remember going to see him at the funeral home and was taken by the military casket and escort that was sent to stay with him on his journey. Over half a century has passed but I still cherish the memories I have of Leslie and his wonderful family. Rest In Peace my friend.
Posted by:Debbie Ray
Date:Monday, May 30, 2022 12:51 PM UTC
Relationship:Cousin
From:Fort Wayne, IN
Comments:I come again to honor my cousin, Leslie, that gave his life at the age of 20 years old. My summers of climbing the apple tree at our Aunt Orpha’s, or the hide-n-seek games were never the same.
I think of him so often but grateful I have this place to place my memories and respect.
His Mom just joined him in heaven a few weeks ago so I’m sure they are celebrating!
“Our flag does not move because the wind moves it.. It flies with the breath of each soldier that gave their life protecting it.”
Posted by:Debbie Ray
Date:Monday, May 29, 2023 2:19 PM UTC
Relationship:Cousin
From:Fort Wayne
Comments:Once again, Memorial Day brings me to this site to remember my cousin, Leslie Don Moses. He was so young, yet so brave and paid his life for the freedom of others.
I wish we could climb up in that Apple Tree just one more time....... XO
Posted by:Bruce Burnett
Date:Thursday, March 14, 2024 8:47 PM UTC
Relationship:distant cousin
From:Derby Ks
Comments:My grandmother Dovie Burnett was a Moses. She married Charles (Charlie) Burnett, Wetumka. I believe Leslie was a 3rd cousin. As a young kid I do remember Leslie taking me and my brother Sam snipe hunting. We neve did see those darn snipe. RIP

 

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