Joseph Russell (“Russ”) Moulton Sr. passed into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday May 16th, 2020. He is survived by his loving and incredibly devoted wife of 61 years, Angela (Leta) of Fredericksburg, VA and their children, Russ Moulton Jr., John (Teresa) Moulton, Mary (Greg) Williams, Christine (Conrad) Clemson, James Moulton, Thomas (Margaret) Moulton, Clara (Bryan) Schuster and Brett Moulton. He is preceded in death by his four siblings, Harold Maxwell Jr, Susan (North), Helen (Dudzik) and Eileen (Ochs) and by his daughter, Pamela Anne, who died in infancy. Russ, Grandpa, will also be fondly remembered by his 21 grandchildren, who were the light of his life, Joe, Sarah (Paul), Chris, Pat, Daniel, Stephen, Maddie, Shawn, Megan, Thomas, Courtney, Caroline, Rachel, Catherine, Rosa, Katelyn, Angie, Emma, Mary Ellen, Erin and Isabella.
Russ was raised by his parents Harold Maxwell Moulton Sr. and Clara (Swanson) Moulton, and later by his stepfather, Willard Francis Hopwood, after Harold died when Russ was age 7. Russ was born in Oil City, PA and he attended Franklin Area High School where he met his wife Angela. After high school, Russ enlisted in the United States Navy and later applied to the US Naval Academy where he attended until 1959 when he married Angela and moved to Glen Burnie, MD. Russ studied engineering and eventually went on to receive his Master’s and pursue a PhD in Electrical Engineering from George Washington University. He began his career in civil service at the Naval Research Laboratory and was well into a successful tenure at the US Army’s Night Vision Laboratory at Ft. Belvoir, VA when he and Angela moved their then six children from Woodbridge to Spotsylvania, VA in 1972. Raised on a farm himself, Russ had the same life in mind for his children when he purchased a small tract of farm land off of Chancellor Road in Spotsylvania County, which abutted farms of other area families, notably the Ingebretsens and Thorburns. Russ looked at the farm as an education in hard-work and discipline but it became so much more to the family as the experience remains today an endless source of fond memories and family lore about Dad.
Russ was a visionary, an entrepreneur and risk-taker by nature. In 1981, just prior to the birth of their eighth child and with four in college, he left civil service to start a small defense business, E-OIR Measurements (later EOIR Technologies, now owned by Parsons). The company prospered under his leadership, creating hundreds of jobs in the Fredericksburg area and making an impact during Desert Storm, Desert Shield, 9/11, OIF and OEF. Many of Russ’s first employees remain at the company today and they credit Russ for “taking a chance on them” and being the guiding force behind their careers. After selling EOIR in 2004, Russ ventured into local real estate and hospitality, building and operating four area hotels and restaurants before retiring to his farm in Western PA. Russ, Angela and family have been active members of St. Mary’s Catholic Church Parish in Fredericksburg since the early 1970s. Russ left an indelible mark on the Fredericksburg area and the military sensor-science community, and most importantly left a tremendous legacy in his 8 children and 21 grandchildren.
Russ’s life accomplishments can be attributed to his vision, determination, grit, and the unwavering support and devotion of his wife Angela. He was proud of his Western Pennsylvania roots and enjoyed working on his farm and transforming it into a vacation wonderland for his grandchildren. Russ loved to tell stories of his early years, especially tales of meeting and dating Angie. He would love to recount the time when he walked into her 9th grade classroom at Franklin High and met the love of his life. More than anything in the world, he loved Angie. When they were together, he would light up a room with his 6-foot-tall presence, his smile, and his gleaming blue eyes.
Russ was diagnosed with a type of dementia in 2011 and became a resident of Cardinal Village Memory Care of Spotsylvania in 2017. Even in late-stage dementia, he touched the lives of his nurses and caregivers with his warmth, sense of humor and those blue eyes. Angela and the Moulton Family would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Russ’s nurses and caregivers who did so very much to enhance the quality of his life during his last years.
Russ’s family plans to honor him with a memorial service later in the year when quarantine restrictions have lifted; details to be announced. Until then, family welcomes the community to share fond memories of Russ through his memorial site https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/RussJosephMoulton/.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Russ's honor to either of the following charities:
The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration: https://www.theaftd.org/support-aftds-mission/
Tunnels To Towers Foundation: https://tunnel2towers.org/donate/
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| Name | Joseph Russell Moulton, Sr. |
| Date of Birth | March 18th, 1936 |
| Date of Death | May 16th, 2020 |
| Home Town | Oil City, PA, US |
| Other City | Fredericksburg, VA, US |
| Religious Views | Catholicism |
| In Memoriam Donation | The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration or Tunnels To Towers Foundation |
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| Funeral Home | Covenant Funeral Service |
| Cemetery | Arlington National Cemetery |
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Arlington VA 22211 United States |
| Location | Grave: 1616 Section: 38 |
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Family |
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| Significant Other | Angela Leta Moulton |
| Children | Brett Michael Moulton, Christine Moulton Clemson, Clara Schuster, James Moulton, John Patrick Moulton, Joseph Russell Moulton Jr., Mary Moulton Williams, Pamela Anne Moulton, Thomas Moulton |
| Siblings | Eileen Moulton Ochs, Harold Maxwell Moulton Jr., Helen Moulton Dudzic, Susan Moulton North |
| Parents | Clara Swanson Moulton, Harold Maxwell Moulton Sr., Willard Francis Hopwood |
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| 1950 - 1954 | Franklin High School | ||
| 1955 - 1956 | U.S. Naval Preparatory School | ||
| 1956 - 1959 | U.S. Naval Academy | ||
| 1959 | Married Angela Leta (61 Years) | ||
| 1964 | George Washington University, B.S., Engineering | ||
| 1971 | George Washington University, M.S., Engineering | ||
| 1972 | Moved to Farm - https://www.google.com/maps/@38.2765381,-77.5945135,3a,37.5y,346.1h,83.9t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sb3d3ziNRFvQsa7btt9dK8g!2e0!7i13312!8i6656 | ||
| 1980 | George Washington University, Pursued PhD., Engineering | ||
| 1981 | Founded EOIR Measurements (later EOIR Technologies, now owned by Parsons) | ||
| 2009 | Renewed Wedding Vows (Hawaii) | ||
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Praying for his soul at El Dia de los Muertos tomorrow and printing a photograph to take with me
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To the Moulton Family- You know your dad was like the dad I never had to me and I feel your pain. I also know how he, Mrs. Moulton and all of your big family welcomed me and my mom, and so many of our church CYO families into your home to be a part of your family. Our lives are intertwined in so many ways through growing up together, dating, attending each others weddings, and attending my mom's funeral as a source of comfort to me. Mr. Moulton LIVED! and we are all the better for it. I am so deeply sorry for your loss of a patriarch and husband, Mrs. Moulton and know that you have raised multiple fine sons, all, that can step up and continue to lead this great family. I feel like a part of my childhood has ended with saying goidbye to him, and I will join you of course as you mourn and celebrate his life when we all can together. Thank you for graciously sharing him with all of us through St. Mary's, at Montfort and at home. With fondest sympathy and sadness-- Jeryl Rose Phillips, Virginia Beach
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Remembering Russ as a wonderful friend, a true gentleman, an inspiration and a sharp businessman.
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I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I was one of Russ's caregivers. He was the sweetest man who always smiled and gave the biggest bear hugs. He lifted me off the ground once! I think of Russ and Angie often. Please take care, I'll remember Russ always.
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From Tom Carr one of my Dad's long time care givers's at Cardinal Village:
Dear Angie and Family,
For the past 22 months, I have had the pleasure of working with Russ every other weekend. During this time there have been several highlights to my visits.
Once I felt comfortable he accepted me as a caregiver, I began talking with him more by asking him 'Yes', 'No' questions. In the beginning I would wait for a response and most of the time I got one, but not always one I could understand. Over time the responses
came back quicker and appropriate to the questions. During the last months before he began getting sick and having to go to the hospital, he would respond almost as soon as I finished the question.
During the early times working with Russ on, one of our walks around the halls, we came to his residence near his picture in his naval uniform. I said that we were at the 'Admirals' room. He let out a short chuckle. He was still in there and understood what I was talking about.
For months I worked to get Russ to say "thank you" to the aids who would clean him up before Angie came back to Cardinal Village for dinner. I would tell him to "Thank the women for helping him". One time he did. We all took a step back realizing that he was able to break through the barrier to say thanks.
Our food fights. You could not hurry Russ up to eat. Many times, I would try to feed him another spoonful or fork full of his meal and he would look away to let me know, he wasn't ready for another bite. I would see his cheeks or lips move when using his tongue to wipe off his teeth. I would ask him if he was stalling? He would look at me as if to say, "yep". I would just have to wait until he was ready. It was a "fight" to get him to finish his meal. He just was not in a hurry to finish.
I would like to let you know that Russ had many friends at Cardinal Village. Residents and workers would ask how he was doing when I was there working with him. Spouses when arriving would come past on their way to their own loved one and ask about Russ' day. He was well liked and loved by many there. He had the personality, even in the state he was in, to draw people to him and care about him.
When my shift was over and one of the ladies came in to be with Russ, he would always smile when they said "hi" and he could see them.
I feel honored and blessed to help your family by taking care of Russ the past couple of years. I want to wish you all my best for your future. You all have a lot to live up to. But no one knows that more than you all do. Of the children/ grandchildren I had the pleasure of meeting, you're on your way there already to uphold the legacy Joseph "Russ" Moulton has set forth.
Sincerely,
Tom Carr
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My sincerest condolences to everyone. Russ was a great "buddy." Our travels and time spent together on various projects were most enjoyable. Our first road trip to Miami sealed a wonderful friendship. It was January but when we reached Florida Russ stopped at the visitor center and put the "rag-top" down - "We're in Florida!" :-) We had great fun - especially checking out condos in Coconut Grove. He settled on one, left the car for future use, and we flew back to snow in Virginia. It was a great start for a couple of "guys." I'll joyfully remember Russ's cheerful smile and, "Hey, guy!"
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Our family has fond memories of visiting Uncle Russ and Aunt Angie and all the kids in Virginia during several sultry summers with our parents when we were just kids. They always rolled out the red carpet to make sure we had a good time. Uncle Russ conducted our first tour of Washington DC!
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I first came to know Russ when my mother was diagnosed with dementia and moved into Cardinal Village. I volunteered on Wednesday’s and would always look for Russ for the first activity of the day “Men’s Club”. He would participate in the early days and was always a joy. He will truly be missed. Miss seeing you Angie!
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I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Moulton. I knew him at St Mary's and taught Moulton children Art (Grand kids, I guess) at Montfort Academy and Holy Cross. I will keep your family in my prayers.
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We are deeply sorry about Russ's passing and will always have fond memories of our time together. Russ was so kind and generous with Dad and Helen. We will always remember Dad sharing with us stories of your anniversary trip to Hawaii. Russ had a way of making Dad feel special and we deeply appreciated that. He was a true gentleman and role model. We will watch for details regarding the memorial service in Franklin and will see you there. May God's perpetual light shine upon him.
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"A mighty oak has fallen." So sorry for your loss. You set a wonderful example for a Catholic couple completely dedicated to each other. lovingly, Margaret Barrett Hein
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My sincere condolences to all the Moulton family and others who loved this great man. Mr. Moulton hired me in January of 1999. I interviewed with him at the Stafford home on a beautiful evening at 5:00pm. I met Mary Maiden who welcomed me into the home and stated Russ Sr. is outside and will be back in a few minutes. Well, almost an hour later, Mr. Moulton came in, welcomed me and we spoke for a bit getting to know one another. He asked if I drank coffee, I replied yes sir. He began a pot of coffee and said he would be right back. Well, maybe a half hour later he returned and we got down the brass tacks, as he would always do.
He asked my life history and if I was ever in the military. My reply to his asking about the military to him was yes and that I retired from the US Army. He ask what my job was and I stated that I was with a mobile nuclear short range missile unit, which perked his interest all the more. We talked about those duties and then the technical questions came.
I definitely was nervous speaking to the CEO of EOIR Measurements. One of the last questions he asked was about configuring televisions in a line and how would I terminate them. He drew a loop from on TV to another to make 5 total. He asked me to terminate them using 300 Ohm and 75 ohm terminating devices. Of course I got the devices backwards. But as all who knew he told me not to worry, that I would learn as i go forward in the company. And yes, that was my most embarrassing moment with, now i can say proudly, Russ Sr.
i have missed him since 2004. He is a giving man with a caring heart. He mentored me and fashioned me to be an even better person then as I am today. Russ Sr. did that for all who gained his trust.
May God Bless all the Moulton family and all who love Russ Sr to give them peace. I will most assuredly miss him...
Glen Clark and Family
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My condolences to the Moulton family. I retired from EOIR
Technologies and Russ Sr. was a good man to work for.
He enjoyed having social events for his employees and
their families. He will be missed.
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This is a wonderful tribute to Uncle Russ. I am alternately smiling and crying while I view the family photos. Thank you for sharing. Love, Susie
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Dear Angela and Mary, I’m so sorry for your loss. I always looked forward to seeing Russ as a patient. He had perfect teeth and those beautiful blue eyes. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Mary Hayden
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Hello, I went to Montfort with James. I remember you all being such a lovely family. I’m so sorry for your loss & that he suffered with dementia. That’s incredibly difficult.
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I was fortunate to start working for E-OIR Measurements when it was still a small company. With less than 20 employees, we all got to work closely with Mr. Moulton. It often felt like we were family and it often felt like Mr. Moulton was our dad. A dad that expected us to always do our best and if we needed some help, he was always there for us.
As I cried when I heard the news, my tears suddenly stopped. I had the clearest image of Mr. Moulton reuniting with Greg, one of his favorite employees. Rest in peace Mr. Moulton. We know that resting may be difficult for you but just give it a try before you start orchestrating your next big project.
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Mary Ann and I send our love and condolences to Angie and the family on this sad occasion. We have fond memories from our St. Mary's days. If was fun watching the "kids" grow up.
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