Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Rangers, Texas
End of Watch Monday, July 18, 1955
Add to My HeroesClarence R. Nordyke
Sergeant Clarence Nordyke was killed when his car struck a bridge on Texas Highway 67 near Mertzon during a heavy rain storm at 7:15 a.m.
Sergeant Nordyke had served with the Texas Department of Public Safety - Texas Rangers for 13 years and previously served as the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff at the Callahan County Sheriff's Office. He was survived by his wife, son, and brother.
Bio
- Age 53
- Tour 17 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 6 ReflectionsMy Grandfather a man of mankind. You can tell of his pictures. I only knew of him of 3 years but I remember Him. And all the Rangers of Company B. I am 72 years old and live in Austin, Texas. I often visit his place of Death going to a trial. And of course going to Ranger Company B Station.
Rolfe Nordyke
Grandson
April 21, 2024
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