of Abilene, TX
December 21, 1983 - April 14, 2010
John Christopher Rodman, 26, of Abilene, Texas, formerly of Lexa, Arkansas, passed away April 14, 2010 in Abilene. Chris was born December 21, 1983 at Helena, Arkansas to Johnny and Barbara Scrimsher Rodman. He was a member of Harmony Baptist and the U.S. Air Force.
He is survived by his fiancé, Rebecca White of Abilene; one daughter, Kiera White of Abilene; his father and step mother, Johnny and Debbie Rodman of Lexa; his mother, Barbara Scrimsher St. John of Carlisle, Arkansas; three sisters, Amy Rodman Martinez and husband, Brandon of Lexa, Larrineshia and Laura Harris both of Carlisle; two brothers, Joshua Rodman and wife, Jessica of Western Grove, Arkansas and Tyler Meny of Lexa; grandparents, Marie Rodman of Lexa, and Hester Warren and husband, King of Lonoke, Arkansas; one niece Raylee Rodman of Western Grove.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, L.B. Rodman and Albert Scrimsher; and one uncle, Lawrence Ray Rodman.
Services for John Christopher Rodman will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 23, 2010 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena, Arkansas. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 22, 2010 at Roller-Citizens. The Reverend Rodger Hooker will officiate. Burial will be at Odd Fellows Cemetery in West Helena.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Brad Davis, Timothy Hollowell, Keith Hollowell, Ambrose Smith, Brandon Johnson, Wiley Mavity and David Jenkins.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena (870) 572-2571.
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39 Condolence(s)
David Fransen (U.S. Air Force Retired)
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to John's family and friends. Rest in peace brother, thank you for your service to our nation.
Sheila (Henderson) Shewmake
Saturday, May 22, 2010
To the family of John Christopher. I will keep you in my prayers!
MSgt Ricky Jones (Retired)
Monday, April 26, 2010
To the family of SSgt John C. Rodman, I am sorry for your lost as John worked for me in the CTK section at Dyess AFB TX he had been to my home a couple of times and I thought the world of him. I also worked with him a little while at Lowe's in Abilene. He will be dearly missed and something that you already know is he is a good man and Airman. I am glad that our lives crossed path and I got to know him. Sincerely Ricky Jones
william mclain
Monday, April 26, 2010
Please accept my sincere condolences on behalf of your loss.May God bless you and watch over you during this time. I know this isn't easy time for you and the family.....will
Eva Lozano
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Our deepest condolences to Rebecca White, his parents, and family. We know that his time with Becky was a happy time and send our love and prayers.
Eva Lozano (Rebecca White's aunt)
Susan Winston
Friday, April 23, 2010
So very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Salena Hadder-O'neal
Thursday, April 22, 2010
I hope Chris' family can find peace somehow in all the pain. I went to school w/ Chris and he was a great person. He seemed to have a beautiful life w/ his daughter and fiancee. I am sure he will be missed by many. God bless you all.
Pamela Lott
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Barbara,
We were sorry to learn about the loss of your son. I thank him for serving our country in the U.S. Air Force. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Ronnie and Pam (Matthews) Lott
Class of 1980
Gordon, Gwen & Quinn Siders
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Johnny, Debbie, Judy, and other family members so sorry for your loss, and feel it, I lost my son 3 years ago, and I know the pain, but God will bring you through it, Chris is an angel looking down on all of you and smiling. I am here if I can help in any way please call. God Bless each of you
Mirranda Martinez
Thursday, April 22, 2010
You guys will always be in my prayers! Chris was a great person! His smile and laughter will be missed. God needed him an airman! Stay proud and strong! I love u guys!
-Mirranda & Josh
Amy Michelle Bond
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Mr. Johnny, Mrs. Debbi, Amy, Josh, and the Rodman family my heart goes out to you all during this time. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed!!
Maj William Alcorn
Thursday, April 22, 2010
My deepest condolences to your family. I am a B-1 aircraft commander and remember working with your son. He was a outstanding, professional airman and Dyess AFB feels his loss in a very personal way. God bless him and your family in this journey and please let us know if your family needs anything.
Sincerely,
Maj William Alcorn
Dyess AFB, TX
cindy & mark henderson
Thursday, April 22, 2010
We love ya and will be praying for all of the family.
Lori Williams
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was a very wonderful young man. Our sons were friends and Chris will be truly missed. Please know that you are all in our prayers. From experience I realized leaning on God and each other will help to get through this very difficult time. May God Bless you all.
The Williams Family :
Joey, Nicole, Scott, and Lori
Chris, thanks for serving our country proudly.
Bobby & Ann Gassaway
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
To The Rodman Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep all of y'all in our hearts & prayers. Hold on to your memories of Chris, for they will see you thru the days ahead. Matt. 18:20
Missy , Ryan and Olivia Ishmael
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Johnny, Debbie, Miss Marie and family,
We are just so sorry about Chris. We just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you.
Sandra Stephens
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
I am so sorry!! Thank you from a very grateful Rolling Thunder AR Chapter 1 member for your service to our nation.
KATHY (BROWN)TERRY
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
DEAR JOHNNY AND DEBBIE,
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR SON AND MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. DEATH IS SO HARD I HAVE LOST A LOT OF FAMILY AND GOD HAS HELPED ME BUT IT ON GETS BETTER IN TIME. GOD BLESS YA'LL.
KATHY (BROWN) TERRY
Lonna Cagle McHugh
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Praying that the peace of God, which passes all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Lonna
Sherry Rose-Tolar
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Barbara and the Rodman family so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
A gratefull American
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Thank you for your service to our nation.
Kayce Patton
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Our prayers are with your entire family during this sad time. Chris was like a brother to me and all of you have been a family to me from day one. I will greatly miss him. Please let us know if there is anything at all that we can help you with. We love all of you and you will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers!
Betty Boydstun
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Johnny and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sonny and Betty
Pam May
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Johnny and Debbie, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. May God comfort you during this time of grieving. I have no words to help you during this time. Just know that I love yall and are truly praying for both of you and your family..
Just know that from experience God will carry you thru this time.
Pam May
Mike Bell
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
A Remembrance has been started for airman Rodman at:
Air Force Together We Served - Profile #118331
Family and friends are invited to contribute biographical information.
Anthony & Stephanie Arnold
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Johnny & Family:
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dewey and Teresa Whaley
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family. Chris will be greatly missed. You are in our prayers.
tamala ryan
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
To the Rodmans
I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family and John's fiance.
Tamala Ryan
Bill & Sue Russell
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Johnny & family:
May God give you strength and comfort during this sad and difficult time and may you find peace and joy from your memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With deepest sympathy
Bill and Sue Russell
Joan Fennell
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Johnny and family: Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family during this time of loss. No words can say enough to express my deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
Jeanie Kelley Goings
Monday, April 19, 2010
Johnny,Debbie Mrs.Marie,Amy Josh and Rodman family
So sorry for your loss of Chris my thoughts and prayers r with u all
Genni Buie
Monday, April 19, 2010
To the Rodman Family,
our heart felt sympathy and prayers go out to you during this time of loss and grief. Lean on God and the love and support of your many friends and family and keep close to your heart the happy memories of Chris.
We will keep you in our prayers.
Tina Hollowell and Family
Monday, April 19, 2010
Johnny, Debbie, Barbara and Family
No words can say enough to express our deepest sympathy and how much Chris will be missed nor how much he was loved by our family. Prayers and thoughts are with you all. We love you all very much. Like we said Friday we are all family.
LOVE you
trina webb
Monday, April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Chris' family and friends:)God bless
Karen & Tony Grantham
Monday, April 19, 2010
The entire family will be in our prayers during such a difficult time. No one knows the pain that one goes through when they lose a child. Be strong.
Debbie Palmer
Monday, April 19, 2010
Johnny & Family - Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Your precious son is now in the arms of our loving God. May you find peace in your beliefs. God Bless You All.....
austin & rachell vance
Monday, April 19, 2010
we are so sorry for your loss and pray for god to be with you druing this horrible time.
Bobbie Lindsey
Monday, April 19, 2010
Dear Johnny, Debbie and family,
I just wanted you to know that you are all in our prayers. I love you all and please let me know if there is anything that I can do. So sorry that I am not able to come but will be praying for you. My heart hurts for you. God Bless and keep you through this...
Jeanie, Heidi, Jody, Ben, Lindsey, Ronnie, Kim, Charles, Mikal, Dillon, and David
Heather (Reyna) Treat
Monday, April 19, 2010
Chris will be deeply missed, Prayers to the family during this very difficult time. We had classes in high school together @ Barton. He was such a funny guy...