Augusta, GA. Gene Allen Kreidt, age 70, of Augusta, GA., passed away Saturday, February 28, 2015, at his residence with his family surrounding him. Gene served in the U. S. Army from 1965 to 1974.He was a Vietnam Veteran, he was a Drill Sargent and served as a military police officer.He also earned the Bronze Star. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Libby” Polk Kreidt; one son, Jason Kreidt, step children, Dana (Craig) Evans, Jeff Mitchell, Stephen (Christy) Mitchell; one brother, Gary (Judy) Kreidt, one niece and 4 nephews. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Central Savannah River Crematory, 3465 Peach Orchard Rd., Augusta, 30906, 706.798.8802, entrusted with arrangements.