Voas, Randell Dunton
Maj. Randell Dunton Voas, an American airman from Lakeville, MN, was killed in action on April 9, 2010, in Kandahar, Afghanistan.
Their Story
Maj. Randell Dunton Voas served in the United States Air Force as part of the 8th Special Operations Squadron, based at Hurlburt Field in Florida. His military career took him to various locations, including Afghanistan, the Philippines, and the Horn of Africa, where he participated in Operation Enduring Freedom.
On April 9, 2010, Maj. Voas lost his life in Kandahar, Afghanistan, during a mission. He was 43 years old at the time of his passing. His death was recorded in the Defense Casualty Analysis System, marking a somber day for his family, friends, and fellow service members.
Maj. Voas's service was part of the broader Operation Enduring Freedom, which commenced on October 7, 2001, as a response to the September 11 attacks. The operation aimed to dismantle terrorist networks in Afghanistan and has involved numerous U.S. military personnel over its duration.
The loss of Maj. Voas is one among many during the conflict, which spanned over a decade and concluded in December 2014. His contributions to his unit and the mission are remembered by those who served alongside him.
The impact of his death extends beyond the battlefield, touching the lives of those who knew him personally and professionally. The memory of Maj. Randell Dunton Voas continues to be honored by his community and the United States Air Force.
Explore Further
Operation Enduring Freedom concluded in December 2014, marking the end of a significant period of U.S. military involvement in Afghanistan. See the full roster of those killed in this conflict.
Among those documented in the same conflict: Losano, Raymond, Andrews, Evander Earl, Edmunds, Jonn Joseph, Stonesifer, Kristofor Tif.
