John E. Moreland

John E. Moreland, MSgt., “Macgyver” USAF, Retired, 47, Indianapolis, passed away peacefully at home on July 9, 2016. John was born in Indianapolis on February 10, 1969, to the late Earl Eugene Moreland and Wanda (Louden) Moreland, who survives. He was united in marriage to his wife, Stacey, on June 30, 2015.

He graduated from Ben Davis High School in 1988 and promptly entered basic training in the United States Air Force on February 18, 1988. John served in six tours of duty, including the Gulf War, the Global War on Terror, Afghanistan, and the Iraqi War. A decorated veteran, he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, and the Air Force Achievement Medal. John retired from the United States Air Force on July 31, 2011. Most recently, he was attending ITT in Indianapolis.

Described as a “gearhead”, John loved racing and anything on four wheels that would go fast. In addition to his family, he loved his dogs, Harley, a Jack Russell Terrier , and Bear, his 170 pound Rottweiler. John will be missed by a loving family and many friends.

Survivors include his wife, Stacey A. (Freese) Moreland; mother, Wanda Moreland; sister, Carla Brandenburg (Robert); step-children, Brady Elias and Samantha Elias; nephew, Bill Shea and his family; niece, Holly Lewis and her family.

Friends and family will gather on Thursday, July 14, 2016, 4 to 8 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Friday, July 15, 2016, in the funeral home. Burial will be in the Indiana Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Madison, Indiana. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.