Larry R. Moon

Larry R. Moon, 75 passed away peacefully at his home on December 25, 2014, surrounded by his family. Larry or “Sarge” as he was well known, was born on July 20, 1939 in Marshall County, Alabama, to Emmett and Nova Jean Moon. At 16, Larry joined the United States Marine Corps, faithfully serving more than 26 years, retiring as a Sgt. Major. During his time of service, Larry served 2 combat tours in Vietnam with the USMC 1st Battalion, 9th Marine, Delta Company, receiving 2 Purple Hearts, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation Combine Action, and Palm and Frame, Republic of Vietnam Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation 1 star, Navy Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation 1 star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal 1 star, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation with 1 star, Republic of Vietnam Commendation Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal Since retiring from the USMC, “Sarge,” with his business partner, Daniel Loomis, established Marine Security of Lafayette, which he successfully ran for more than 30 years. While stationed in Japan, “Sarge” married his lovely wife, Yoneko, who remained by his side for more than 50 years. Known for his love of life and sense of humor, Sarge could always light up any room with his colorful phrases and twinkling eyes. His USMC mentality remained his trademark, as Sarge would also take command of any event, including how to prepare the food…another favorite hobby. His love was his family, his friends, cooking, hunting, The Corps and football. “Sarge” is survived by his beautiful wife, Yoneko and devoted daughter Anita Holsapple of Los Angeles, his sisters, Marguerite Williams of Union Grove, AL, JoAnn Fossett and Deborah Moon of Guntersville, AL, along with countless nieces and nephews. A local memorial will be held at Delhomme Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 30th from 4 – 7 pm for those who wish to share their memories of this larger-than-life man. Service and Burial will take place on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at Carr’s Funeral Home in Guntersville, AL, with burial at Union Grove Baptist Church, Union Grove, AL In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to The Nature Conservancy, The Wildlife Conservation, The 1st Battalion 9th Marines Network, The Cancer Society or Ducks Unlimited. Personal condolences may be sent to the Moon family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com. Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA is in charge of local funeral arrangements.

Larry R. Moon

July 20, 1939 - December 25, 2014