This Air Force Flag Retirement Box is
Dedicated in Memory of
U.S. Air Force TSgt Cody Ball
and Other Fallen U.S. Air Force Heroes
Location of Box:
Dedicated at: South County Community Center
On February 6, 2024, after unanimous approval by the Montgomery County Commissioner's Court,
This Box was moved to:
Montgomery County Memorial Conroe Regional Library
104 Interstate 45N Conroe, Texas 77301 (adjacent to Montgomery County Veterans Memorial Park)
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sergeant
Cody W. Ball
05/15/1991 - 01/29/2023
Our beloved son, TSgt Cody William Ball, was born in Topeka, Kansas on May 15, 1991. He was a wonderful baby and had a childhood full of adventure. He loved playing outside with his friends, his big sister, riding his big wheel, playing with his dog and going fishing. Cody was a typical boy, he liked getting dirty, trucks, legos, airplanes and engines. Cody was always a kind, loving, funny guy, and above all he was a momma’s boy. He was at his mom’s side from the time he was born until he left for boot camp. He loved and adored his mom and she loved and adored
him. Those who knew him rarely saw him without a smile on his face. He didn’t stay mad or hold grudges. He was always laughing and playing practical jokes. He had a great laugh and mischievous smile. When he loved, he loved hard. Cody loved to travel and was always up to seeing new places, he wanted to see the world. Following in his father’s footsteps, he joined the military.
He participated in Army JROTC while he was in high school. He graduated high school from Clear Lake High School on June 6, 2009. He enlisted in the Air Force over the summer and begin his first day of active duty on September 1, 2009. Coincidentally, coincidently was his father’s first day of retirement from active duty. His mom got one back and sent one off on the same day.
He graduated from boot camp on his mom’s birthday and then went on to tech school in Wichita Falls, Texas. Upon completion of tech school, he became an Aerospace Propulsion Specialist. His first duty station was Kadena AB in Okinawa, Japan where he served 4 years advancing to the rank of Sergeant. His next duty station was Seymore Johnson, AB in North Carolina where he served 4 years advancing to the rank of Staff Sergeant. His final duty station was RAF Lakenheath, United Kingdom. He was a member of the 492 nd Fighter Generation Squadron “Mad Hatters.” While stationed there he found his stride, he was Airman of the quarter twice, Airman of the Year and Maintainer of the Year. He advanced to Technical Sergeant while he was there. He served on active duty for 13.5 years. The squadron dedicated a special F-15 in his honor. F-15 tail number LN AF98134 will carry his name forever.
His fellow Airman repeatedly said he was the moral of the command and always kept the aircraft flying. He was considered the go to guy when it came to his job, affectionately know as the “Engine God.” He was known as a great leader, mentor and most of all a great friend. We have heard from many that knew him over the years, and they have said he helped them through the darkest of times.
Cody was a great son, father, brother, airman and all-around great man and is missed dearly and never forgotten.
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class
Michael Mahony
11/13/1996- 12/25/2018
Airman 1st Class Michael Mahony was based at the Royal Air Force Base, Lakenheath, England. He died on Christmas Day 2018.
Michael was mischievous, funny, thrill seeking, and loyal to the core to family, friends and country.
He was loved by all and truly never met a stranger, seriously, that kid would talk to anyone and make instant lifelong friends. His compassion was deep and his love was strong.
This world was a better place with Michael in it, he will be forever missed.
May He Never Be forgotten!
Name of Fallen Hero: LTC Kevin Kittrell
Date of Birth: 10/28/1970
Date of Passing: 12/21/2017
Hometown: Tyler, Texas