More detail on this person: Charlton, Donald G.
Graduated with Flight Class 69-6, flew in Vietnam
with Aviation Platoon, HHC 173d Abn Bde
(1969-70).
LTC(R) Donald G. Charlton passed away on July 17
while undergoing a surgical procedure in Reno,
Nevada. He is survived by his wife, Shari
Charlton; his children Christian, Elizabeth,
Jonathon, Derek and Keven; grandchildren
Campbell and Kyle and brother Lee. Don was an
alumnus of the University of Georgia and proud
Sigma Chi Brother. After graduation Don enlisted
in the Army and graduated from OCS and then
Officer Rotary Wing Aviator Course 69-6. Upon
completion of flight school, he was assigned to
the Aviation Platoon of the 173 Airborne Brigade.
Known as the Casper Platoon from the unique
tactical call sign, Don served with distinction in
several positions of responsibility, finishing his
tour as the Brigade Commander's pilot. After his
tour,
Don continued to be selected for further positions
of responsibility; including
company and battalion command positions in both
aviation and non-aviation units, in CONUS and in
Korea. His famous ski school smile and smooth
southern charm served him well when he was
selected to direct the personal staff of General
John Vessey during the later's command of the
Eighth U.S. Army and of U.S. Forces, Korea. Don's
last military assignment was as the Commander of
the Atlanta Army Recruitment Command. After
retirement, Don worked in leadership positions,
primarily in the petroleum management industry.
Residing in Reno, Nevada, he became passionately
involved in
the Hidden Valley Wild Horse Protection Fund, an
advocacy organization for the well-being of the
wild mustangs of the Nevada high country.
Additionally, he
maintained close connections with his many friends
and colleagues, both military and civilian. His
friends have missed the frequent telephone and
Skype conversationsthat maintained the Charlton
Circle of Friends
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