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Dexter Florence passed away in October of 1972.
Information mirrored in from old BHS website:
On 26 October 1972 1LT Dexter Bush Florence, pilot, and SSG Keven Zane Goodno, observer, were on a scout mission in an OH-6A Loach. While hovering at tree-top level, a command-detonated mine blew the OH-6 out of the air. SSG Goodno was killed instantly, while 1LT Florence was seriously injured. He was evacuated to Japan where he died on 29 October of injuries received.
Army - 1LT - O2
Age: 25
Race: Caucasian
Sex: Male
Date of Birth Mar 27, 1947
From: ARKADELPHIA, AR
Religion: METHODIST
Marital Status: Single
1LT - O2 - Army - Reserve
1st AVN BDE
His tour began on Nov 24, 1971
Casualty was on Oct 29, 1972
In QUANG NGAI, SOUTH VIETNAM
Hostile, died of wounds, HELICOPTER - PILOT
AIR LOSS, CRASH ON LAND
Body was recovered
Panel 01W - Line 85
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Wayne Grimes (1965)
To Dexter and all those who served, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you and I salute you.
Marlene Carr (Lantzer) (1975)
Dexter, Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Sending condolences to all family and friends. Rest in peace. Marlene Carr Lantzer BHS'75
Clyde Willis McComas (1965)
As a former Army helicopter pilot who flew in Vietnam, I get a lump in my throat and my eyes get teary whenever I hear of someone losing his (or her life now days). It hits harder when it's someone I knew personally. My condolences to Dex's family. I'll make a tracing from the Wall. And, although it's been years, payers for the family for their continued strength.
Danny Williams (1975)
RIP>DANNY WILLIAMSBHS75