Charles Allison Aycock

1937 - 2016

Charles Allison Aycock obituary, 1937-2016, Holden Beach, NC

Charles Allison Aycock

1937 - 2016

BORN

1937

DIED

2016

Charles Aycock Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 26, 2016.
CHARLES ALLISON AYCOCK Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Charles A. Aycock, 79, of Holden Beach, NC, a U.S. Army Green Beret, died on October 24th, 2016. LTC Aycock lived in Holden Beach from 2004 to 2016 following his retirement and was a dedicated husband, father and officer. LTC Aycock was a member of the U.S. Army Special Forces Hall of Fame and the Officer Candidate School Hall of Fame. He was a Vietnam Veteran who conducted long-range cross-border Hatchet force missions and was a member of the Phoenix program. LTC Aycock was also a pioneering parachutist who trained for Special Atomic Demolition Munition missions, co-authored and edited the first formal Army field manual for military freefall operations, and was Special Forces Military Freefall Instructor #39. Departing active duty, he became a full and part-time Army Reservist, where his service was highlighted by tours as the Commander of Company C, 3rd Battalion, 11th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Chief of Infantry and Special Forces Officer Management Branch, U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center; and the Senior Reserve Advisor for the U.S. Army JFK Special Warfare Center and School. By the end of his military career, he had served in 6 different Special Forces Groups: 1st, 5th, 7th, 11th, 12th, and 20th. Additionally, LTC Aycock was appointed as the Director of Evaluation for the NC Governor's Highway Safety Program, and then served as an Army Civilian from 1987-2004 in multiple operations positions during wartime and crisis deployments culminating as the Chief of Theater Operations for Army Special Operations Command. ? LTC Aycock was a lifetime member of Special Forces Association and named a Distinguished Member of the U.S. Army Special Forces Regiment. His military awards are highlighted by the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, multiple overseas campaign medals and foreign awards, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Military Freefall Jumpmaster Badge, and the Special Forces Tab. Raised in Black Creek, NC, LTC Aycock was a graduate of Lee Woodard High School. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of the State of New York and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University. He was also a graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS, and the U.S. Army War College at Carlisle Barracks, PA. He was well known in the Special Forces community as a mentor and took a personal interest in the success of his associates. He was an expert pistol marksman and had a deep interest in modern military history. Known also as Dad, Granddad, "Charlie" and other terms of endearment, LTC Aycock was a deeply devoted husband and committed parent. His special relationship with his son and grandson are highlighted in the poignant book "Fathers and Sons" written in 2000 by Todd Richissin. As is characteristic of many great leaders, he had a consummate tenderness with his loved ones that is carried and celebrated in the hearts of his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. LTC Aycock is survived by his wife of 46 years, Anne Hussey Aycock, originally of West End, NC; and his children, Major General (Retired) Al and Sue Aycock, of Fayetteville, NC; Mr. Steven Aycock of Charlotte, NC; and Ms. Leigh-Anne Aycock Royster and her husband, Shawn, of Burlington, NC. LTC Aycock also has 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his father and mother, Allison Algernon Aycock and Dora Mitchell Aycock of Black Creek, NC; his first wife, Rebecca Lucas Aycock of Lucama, NC; and his Grandson, Charles Alan Aycock of Fayetteville, NC. A memorial service for LTC Aycock will be held on Fort Bragg, NC, in the JFK Memorial Chapel at the intersection of Ardennes and Zabitosky on Monday, November 7th at 11:00am. The family will receive friends at the Fellowship Hall of the Chapel after the service. Internment will be at a later time. On line condolences may be sent to www.shallottefunerals.com In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to the Alan Aycock Memorial Scholarship Fund at First Baptist Church of Fayetteville, 201 Anderson Street, Fayetteville, NC, 28301. Services entrusted to White Funeral Service and Crematory, of Shallotte, NC.

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November 4, 2016

Billy Cason posted to the memorial.

November 3, 2016

clint posted to the memorial.

November 3, 2016

Randall O'Neal posted to the memorial.

Billy Cason

November 4, 2016

RIP till we meet again.

Prayers and Condolences to the family and multitude of SF Brothers.

clint

November 3, 2016

"Berlin Wall: How the wall came down" There are videos and dissertations concerning this; but suffice it to say, this amazing result and countless others would not have occurred if not for great Warriors and Mentors like Charlie! May our Heavenly Father comfort Anne and all of Charlie's loved ones in this time of great sadness. Thank you, Lord, for Charlie's victory in Christ Jesus!

Randall O'Neal

November 3, 2016

To the Aycock family and loved ones, May the blessings of God comfort you in this time of sadness. With deepest sympathy,

Randall H. O'Neal
Life Member of the Special Forces Association
Chapter 84

Doug Staas

November 2, 2016

Peace and prayers to Anne and all family members.

Brian Wilhelm

November 2, 2016

RIP worked with him at USASOC, was a great man

Arnie Peterman

November 1, 2016

AL & ANNE, Charlie was not only a great father and loving husband but was also a great American and a true Patriot. It was my honor to have known and worked with him all the years that I did. He helped many a Soldier and civilian employee over all the years he was at USASOC. He will be missed but not forgotten. See you on the other side Charlie.

young

October 31, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

October 30, 2016

Aycock family may the love of the God of all comfort make your hearts firm while you trust in him for support and strength as you mourn the loss of your loved one.

J

October 28, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 27, 2016

We were Classmates. We had so much fun in school; but Charles went on to do more than just having fun. He lived a life of honor and I believe he had fun on his journey through life. To Anne, to all the family...what a void he will leave but rest assured God will be there to see you through these difficult days. That is His promise. You are in my prayers...God bless you. Shelby Hayes

Lois & Hew Wolfe

October 27, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

FREDERICK KENNEDY

October 27, 2016

Charlie, you always put others before self. You will long be remembered as a warrior, a family man, and the consummate gentleman. De Oppresso Liber!

Fred Kennedy

Jim Ciciora

October 27, 2016

I was blessed to work under his tutelage.

Grey Welborn

October 26, 2016

A consummate professional, christian, and mentor, beloved by all who had the honor of serving with Charlie. Rest well good and faithful soldier!

Sharon Smith

October 26, 2016

My sincerest and deepest sympathy and condolences. Will always remember his advice and mentoring.

Gary Shimizu

October 26, 2016

Charlie, I was blessed to have had you as a leader, friend and mentor since our paths crossed over 41 years ago. I'm a better SF Soldier and person because of your influence. See you after my last roll call. I hope I'm going up, and not down.... To the Aycock family, our prayers go out to you. Thank you for sharing him with us. He truly made a difference in so many. DOL Gary

October 26, 2016

Goodbye to a great soldier. Charlie and I served together in the 3rd Bn. 11th Group until I left in March of 79. We shared many memories and a few problems. I regret that I will not be able to attend the service at Fort Bragg.
BG (R) Thomas L. McCullough

John Thompson

October 26, 2016

Please let me extend my sympathies and condolences to the Aycock family for the passing of a man that meant so much to so many and may the positive influence he demonstrated to so many throughout his lifetime live on through his family and all who knew him.

Marci Callen

October 26, 2016

What a wonderful legacy Charlie leaves, and how proud his family must be. We have greatly enjoyed Charlie's friendship, his stories, his witty sense of humor and have great respect for him. He was a true patriot and he will be greatly missed.

Mike Satterfield

October 26, 2016

Charlie, Thank you for being a true example for us to follow. Your Mentorship and Leadership in the G33 Operations shop will never-never be matched again ! Your compassion, wisdom, and friendship will be missed by all the lives you touched.
Thank you for making me a better person by sharing your knowledge & wisdom. The world is truly a better place because of your contributions. Our condolences & prayers are with the Aycock family.

Jerry Bailey

October 26, 2016

My Sincerest condolences to Charlies family and friends. I knew him only briefly while on active duty at Fort Bragg, and afterwards chatting with him on Facebook. Jerry Bailey, Maj (R) Special Forces.

Bruce Mallick

October 26, 2016

You will be missed by the Brotherhood Of Special Forces, I enjoyed working with you and for you at Bragg. See you on the Big DZ in the future.

BAM

Diana Knight

October 26, 2016

Charlie will be missed by so many family, friends, and brothers-in-arms. I always enjoyed the chats we had. Our condolences and prayers are with the Aycock family.

October 25, 2016

As a teenager we enjoyed some great times on the farm.He was a great cousin . I always knew would be a great dad, and raised two great sons. We will always remember you Charles. May you rest in peace cuz. Loved you.

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