Crash claims Dyess life

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DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  A Dyess Air Force Base Airman was killed in a car crash on Buffalo Gap Road in Abilene, Texas, at approximately 4:15 p.m. April 14.

Staff Sgt. John Rodman, an Arkansas native, worked in the 7th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron.

"Sergeant Rodman's death is a tragic loss to the Air Force," said Col. Rob Gass, 7th Bomb Wing commander. "When Team Dyess loses a member of the team, we feel it across the
base. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow B-1 maintainers during this difficult time."

Anyone having claims against or indebtedness to the estate of Sergeant Rodman should contact 1st Lt. Robert M. Orallo III, Summary Court Officer, at (325) 696-5084.

A memorial service will be held April 26 begining at 3:30 p.m. at the Dyess Chapel. The uniform is uniform of the day.

The crash is currently under investigation by the Abilene Police Department. For more information, contact APD at (325) 673-8331.