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Hometown Heroes: David S. Roddy

Banners illustrating hometown heroes like David S. Roddy have lined Main Street in Bel Air since Veterans Day and will likely stay up through the middle of January.

 

David S. Roddy gave his life for his country.

In 2006, Roddy, an Abingdon resident, was killed in action while serving in the U.S. Navy during the global war on terror.

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His sacrifice is being honored this year with a hometown hero banner sponsored by Bob and Carol Roddy.

Roddy is among 29 local service men and service women being recognized with in downtown Bel Air.

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The banners have lined Main Street since Veterans Day. Each banner honors someone in Harford County and the surrounding area who has served in the military.

The started the 2011 Hometown Hero Banner Program in observance of the 100th anniversary of and hope to continue the program next year.

Bel Air Patch will continue highlighting these heroes. Check back each day to see a new hometown hero.


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