Chuck Rodee
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Chuck Rodee (September 8, 1927 - May 14, 1966), was an American racecar driver.
Born Charles Rodeghier in Dixmoor, Illinois, Rodee died in Indianapolis, Indiana while attempting to qualify for the 1966 Indianapolis 500. He drove in the USAC Championship Car series, racing in the 1957, 1958, 1960, and 1962-1965 seasons, with 16 career starts, including the Indianapolis 500 races in 1962 and 1965. He finished in the top ten 4 times, with his best finish in 5th position in 1965 at Atlanta.
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- He was inducted in the National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame.