CPO Redding was awarded the National Defense Service Medal x 2, Navy/ Marine Corps Achievement Medal x 2, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal x 7, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Navy "E" Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation, Rifle Marksmanship Ribbon, Expert Pistol Medal, Navy/ Marine Corps Overseas Service Ribbon x 2. CPO Redding received an Honorable Discharge upon his retirement as an E7.