John G. Lorber | |
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Born | December 25, 1941 Waverly, Iowa |
Died | March 7, 2021 (Age 79) Colorado Springs, Colorado |
Buried | US Air Force Academy Cemetery |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1964–1997 |
Rank | General |
Commands held | Pacific Air Forces 432nd Tactical Fighter Wing 79th Tactical Fighter Squadron |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Air Medal (16) |
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2. Obituary Colorado Springs Gazette https://legcy.co/3f2h1Yo