2026
Rodric Lynn Squier, 79, formerly of Camden, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026, in Sebring, Florida.
Rod was born on October 22, 1946, in Frankfort, Indiana, to Walter and Marjorie (Cook) Squier. A graduate of Cutler High School, he went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War as a member of the 25th Infantry Division. In 2009, Rod became a disabled Army veteran.
For many years, Rod worked as a truck driver for Crete Trucking. He also enjoyed helping the Overholser family during planting and harvest seasons while living in Carroll County.
Few things brought Rod more joy than drag racing. The Squier family spent many years at Bunker Hill Drag Strip, where Rod became a familiar voice as the track announcer. He later served as an announcer at ORP Drag Strip in Indianapolis. Following the heartbreaking loss of his son, Eric, in 1999, Rod honored his memory by racing Eric’s dragster, keeping his son’s passion alive on the track.
On August 20, 1994, Rod married the love of his life, Sandy Douglas, at Adams Mill. Together they built a life centered on family, and two years ago they fulfilled a longtime dream by moving to Winter Haven, Florida, to leave the snow behind and enjoy retirement.
Rod was a member of Mt. Zion Masonic Lodge No. 211 in Camden. Those who knew him understood that while he often had a rough exterior, beneath it was a kind, caring, and generous heart that deeply loved his family and friends.
Rod is survived by his beloved wife, Sandy Squier; his mother, Marjorie Squier; stepsons, Rory A. (Shanna) Griffis, Kevin W. (Anna) Walters, Michael Griffis, and Christopher Griffis; sisters, Jane Squier and Jackie (Paul) Harber; and grandchildren Bryce Smyth, Chloe Smyth, Gabrielle Griffis, Dominick Sharp, Mason Griffis, Hailey Morgan, and Draydon Griffis.
He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Squier, in 1981, and his son, Eric Squier, in 1999.
Family and friends are invited to visit from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Cutler Presbyterian Church. A Celebration of Rod’s Life will begin at 1:00 p.m., with burial to follow at Ball Hill Cemetery, where military honors will be conducted by the Carroll County Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cutler Presbyterian Church.
Please visit www.wheelerfamilyfuneralhome.com to share memories and offer online condolences. Wheeler Family Funeral Home – Baker Chapel is honored to care for the Squier family.
Condolences for the family 08
Shannon Blue
June 30, 2026 7:43 am ·I’m so sorry to hear this. My deepest condolences to all the family. Xoxoxo
Tony Smith
June 30, 2026 8:44 am ·My condolences to you and your family Rod. Thank you for your military service and may you now rest in peace.
Tony Smith
Major, USAF, retired
Jeananne stephenson
June 30, 2026 12:37 pm ·A great high school classmate! A hero for his military service! A good good man!
You are already missed, dear Roddy.
Roger and Lillian Douglas
July 6, 2026 1:24 pm ·RIP to a dear friend. You earned your angel wings.
Stacey Bostian-Miller
July 6, 2026 2:33 pm ·So sorry for the loss of Rod. My thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.
Carmen Hood
July 6, 2026 3:14 pm ·Sending prayers and soft hugs. I worked with Rod at C&C Energy. Rest well my friend.
Connie Wolfe
July 7, 2026 5:08 pm ·I’m so sorry to hear that Rod has left his lovely wife Sandy. He is now back with his son Eric. God Speed my friend. I know you’re in peace now. Condolences to the family and friends.
Peter Cullen
July 8, 2026 3:29 pm ·Sorry to learn of Rod’s passing, me and Rod served together in Vietnam with A/2/12 Infantry ,4th Inf. Div. and D/2/12 Infantry, 25th Inf Div. in1967,We served in the jungles of War Zone C near the Cambodian border and at the end of the Ho Chi Minh Trail Rod was a caring friend to me and Steve Stofko R.I.P. Rod once saved my life when I was crossing a swollen river for which I was always grateful! I located Rod about 25 years ago back in the Camden ,Indiana area. We had a great rapport and it was nice to talk to him on the phone. I will miss him . My sincere condolences to his wife Sandy , his family , and friends .May God bless him and may he R.I.P.
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