ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDNews) — U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) has named U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class John Logsdon of Enterprise as Alabama’s “Veteran of the Month” for November.
In a video announcement on November 3, Tuberville praised Logsdon for his lifelong dedication to service, both in and out of uniform.
“The Bible tells us to love our neighbor as ourselves,” Tuberville said. “For Petty Officer First Class John Logsdon of Enterprise, he embodies this every day.”
Logsdon, who grew up in a military family, followed in his grandfather’s footsteps — a soldier who fought on D-Day — by enlisting in the U.S. Navy just four days after graduating high school. He served 21 years, using his mechanical expertise to maintain critical Navy equipment and help train soldiers preparing for deployment during the Gulf War and the War on Terror.
For the past 18 years, Logsdon has continued his service to others as the Military Pastor at the Church on Boll Weevil Circle. He also founded BRAVE, a ministry dedicated to supporting veterans across Alabama and beyond. Through BRAVE, Logsdon has helped homeless veterans secure housing, provided vehicles to families in need, and hosted monthly peer support and counseling meetings. His outreach, Tuberville noted, has saved numerous veterans’ lives.
“His peers speak highly of him as someone anyone can count on in a time of need,” Tuberville said. “It’s an honor to recognize John Logsdon as the November ‘Veteran of the Month.’”
Tuberville’s “Veteran of the Month” program highlights Alabama veterans who have demonstrated outstanding service and community leadership. Constituents can nominate veterans by emailing [email protected].
Sen. Tuberville serves on the Senate Armed Services, Agriculture, Veterans’ Affairs, HELP, and Aging Committees.
