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More from Other NewsAn Army soldier from Oxnard was killed last week in Iraq, bringing to 16 the number of military deaths from Ventura County.
Spc. Jaime Rodriguez, 19, was killed Thursday in Saqlawiyah, Iraq, when an improvised explosive device detonated near a vehicle he was in, according to a Department of Defense press release.
Also killed in the blast were Sgt. William R. Howdeshell, 37, of Norfolk, Va. and Spc. Charles E Bilbrey, Jr., 21, of Owego, N.Y.
No other details were available regarding the incident, said Kevin Larson, spokesman at Fort Stewart in Hinesville, Georgia.
Rodriguez was a cavalry scout who did reconnaissance work, Larson said.
He joined the Army in November 2005 and arrived at Fort Steward in July 2006. He shipped out to Iraq in January. Larson could not say if this was his first tour of duty.
Posted by bluedogvan on July 30, 2007 at 5:49 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Our condolences to the Rodriguez family. Would anyone know about services?
Posted by crystaljuanmichael on July 30, 2007 at 7:17 p.m. (Suggest removal)
my condolences to the family of this soldier. he is now in the hands of the lord, may he rest in peace. my son is based out of fort stewart, but he is currently doing his duty in iraq.
sorry for your loss.
Posted by BeaHappi on July 30, 2007 at 7:27 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Spc. Jaime Rodriguez...thank you for your service to our country and may you rest in peace.
To the family of SPC Rodriguez - my most sincere condolences regarding the loss of your son. Words are very inadequate but I hope that in time you are able to find peace in remembering your son.
Posted by diamondshines4you on July 30, 2007 at 7:29 p.m. (Suggest removal)
May God Bless Jaime and his family and all the other brave men and women that serve our country. I hope hundreds of ventura county resident go to the services to show the support and love we have for all these brave people. God watch over them and keep them safe. I will pray for all you you in your time of need and in the days ahead.
Posted by DoctorDude on July 30, 2007 at 9:36 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Jaime is a hero. He gave the ultimate gift to his country. I'm very sorry for his family's loss. 19 is so young. Vaya con Dios Jaime
Posted by Nosmo_King on July 30, 2007 at 10:40 p.m. (Suggest removal)
To Jaime's family, know that I grieve for your loss, he was one of Americas' finest.
Posted by wicked8o5 on July 30, 2007 at 11:07 p.m. (Suggest removal)
Where is all the down talking about Hispanic's and "illegals" now.
May you rest in peace Jaime.
Posted by skycop57 on August 2, 2007 at 7:19 p.m. (Suggest removal)
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