SMSgt. Robert James Louden III, U.S. Air Force, Retired, of Live Oak passed away on May 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife Gabriele Parizo-Louden; son Gary Louden; step-son Michael C. Parizo, Jr.; granddaughter Tia Louden; sisters Ellen Kotzian and Elaine Weller; and Numerous Nieces and Nephews. During the time he spent in Germany, Bob was very involved with the American Legion and the 40 & 8. He was the Department Adjutant for the American Legion Department of France from 1994-1997, and in 1997 he became the Vice Commander. He also held various officer positions for the American Legion Rhein Main Post 5, where he was a lifetime Member. Graveside service and interment will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery Tuesday June 1, 2010 at 11:00 A.M.
