Rodge R. Braithwaite‚ 26‚ inmate firefighter‚ Utah Department of Corrections‚ died on August 23‚ 2000‚ when he was struck by lightning while fighting a wildfire. He was a member of the Flame-N-Go’s firefighting crew.
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We had many good adventures together, fishing and hunting. Roger was a wonderful son. I miss him and think about him all the time. Son… I’ll see you soon. Love you. Dad.
– Dad Braithwaite