John R. Vaughn

22 March 1961 - 26 January 2021

John R. Vaughn, age 59, of DeFuniak Springs, Florida passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021. He was born March 22, 1961 in Moses Lake, Washington to George and Judy Vaughn. For thirty-two years, he honorably served his country in the United States Air Force/Air Force Reserve. John was the type of person everyone loved and would do anything for anybody. He will be greatly missed!

John is survived by his parents; Jerry and Judy Russell; wife, Judie Ann Vaughn; three children, Christy Mooney and husband Calvin, Aaron Vaughn, and Brent Rademaker and wife Stacy; one granddaughter, Maddie Rademaker; two brothers, Doug Vaughn and Keith Vaughn and wife Lori; and several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 13, 2021 beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the AMVETS Post 35 in Crestview, Florida.

Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Watkins Funeral Home and Crematory of DeFuniak.

John Vaughn, who worked in the 919th Engine Shop for many years passed away last week under Hospice care in Crestview. He had recently retired only 3 years ago and became an active member of local Veteran organizations in the area. John played a big role in the Duke Family and was well respected by everyone. Another proud member who served the 919th and his country with great pride and will be missed by everyone that knew him. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers as they go through this difficult time.