Major John D. Falcon achieved field-grade rank in the US Army and retired as a major stationed in Fort Benning, Georgia. He commanded Army units in several different countries, including the United States, and served as a Vietnam War helicopter pilot, flying over five hundred combat missions. In retirement he lived alongside his high school sweetheart and wife, Irma, and remained near their son, Christopher, and daughter, Monica, on a farm in South Georgia. He considered his tour of duty with the 191st Assault Helicopter Company the most memorable assignment of his Army career.