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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Patrick Meade, 23d Mission Support Group senior enlisted leader, engages with retirees during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event provided an opportunity for retirees to reconnect with the base community and celebrate their years of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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U.S. Air Force Airman Nelidad Alvarez-Jose, assigned to the 23d Logistics Readiness Squadron, talks with retirees and members of the Moody Air Force Base community during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody AFB, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event recognized retirees for their years of dedicated service and contributions to the Air Force community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Justin Meihaus, 23d Mission Support Group commander, talks with retirees during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event provided an opportunity for retirees to reconnect with the base community and celebrate their years of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Justin Baker, 23d Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, left, and U.S. Air Force Col. Russell Reese, 23d Wing deputy commander, right, pose for a photo during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event provided an opportunity to recognize and honor retirees for their years of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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Jason Hughes, F-35 Program Integration Office director, speaks during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event honored retirees for their dedication and service while providing an opportunity to reconnect with the Moody AFB community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen and retirees attend Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event recognized retirees for their years of dedicated service and continued contributions to the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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A Retiree Appreciation Day placard is displayed on a table at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The event brought together members of the military community to honor years of service and dedication. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Russell Reese, 23d Wing deputy commander, gives a mission brief during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The annual event honors retirees and recognizes their continued connection to the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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Moody Air Force Base Honor Guard presents the colors during Retiree Appreciation Day at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Sept. 12, 2026. The ceremony honored retirees for their years of dedicated service and lasting contributions to the Air Force community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bre Lewis)

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Moody AFB Retiree Appreciation Day

Published Sept. 14, 2026
By A1C Bre Lewis
23d Wing Public Affairs

MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. --

Moody Air Force Base honored the retirees who have dedicated years of service to our Air Force and military community. From reconnecting with old friends to sharing stories and recognizing their lasting contributions, the day was a meaningful reminder that service doesn’t end with retirement. Our retirees remain an important part of the Moody family and Air Force legacy. Thank you to all of our retirees for your sacrifice and continued connection to the Moody community!

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