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: November 4, 1966
Location: SOUTH VIETNAM
Hostile/Non-Hostile: HOSTILE
Classification: HELICOPTER - CREW AIR LOSS, CRASH ON LAND
Body Recovered: Yes
Religion: Baptist
Vietnam Memorial: Panel 12E - - Line 23
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
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
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.”
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.
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.
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!
Leslie was one of four cousins who served in Vietnam. Two, plus his brother Wendell, returned home safely. We miss you Leslie.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.