Lonnie R. Moore
1920–1956 (age 36)
U.S. Air Force officer
Biography
Lonnie R. Moore (1920–1956) served as a U.S. Air Force officer during the first decade of the Air Force’s history, helping airmen adapt to the new demands of faster aircraft and global missions. His enthusiasm for flight was matched by a warm leadership style that inspired diligence and camaraderie.
He rests at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, where his contributions to the young force remain a quiet source of pride.