Johnny Cavello Jr.

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt affection that we announce the passing of Johnny Cavello Jr.

SFC Johnny Cavello Jr. enlisted into the United States Army January 29, 1968 in Dallas, TX and attended basic Infantry training at Fort Polk, Louisiana where he received his Expert Badge in rifle and 45 Caliber pistol. Johnny then went on to jump school and became a Paratrooper and received his Airborne wings. He followed that with volunteering to become an elite Army Ranger where he then trained earning his Ranger tab. Upon completing his Airborne Ranger training, he was activated to the Vietnam Campaign assigned to the 187th Airborne on the 29th of June, 1969. He fought and served our country until his return to Fort Carson, CO on June 28, 1970 where he remained station until 1971 when he was Honorably discharged from Active Duty. Johnny then went on to enlist into the National Guard of Texas with the 49th Armored Division from 1971-1979. He rose in the ranks to become a Platoon Sgt and Tank Commander before he was honorably discharged. During his time in service, Johnny was awarded the following: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device, Combat Infantry Badge, Army Commendation medal, Army Achievement Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Bronze

Service Star with Valor, and a Purple Heart.

After his journey in the military, Johnny started a new life with marriage and kids and went on to live a life full of traveling, singing, dancing, and making many friends and memories along the way. He will always be remembered by his wife, kids, family and friends as a charismatic, loving, fun and memorable person who enjoyed fishing, camping, cookouts and days full of family fun.

Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Johnny Sr. and Mary Cavello and his sister Janie Rodriguez. He leaves behind his loving wife, Gloria Cavello, his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, siblings and many nieces and nephews.

We invite you to share your favorite memories of Johnny and upload photos to his memorial page. Your stories and pictures will serve as a testament to the life and love of Johnny Cavello Jr.