Fallen Hero Memorial

Name	End of Watch	Agency	State/Country
Plummer, Arthur In Memory Of Arthur Plummer Maryland State Police, MD End of watch: 1961-04-09 Aircraft: unknown Trooper First Class Arthur Plummer was killed in a plane crash while trying to locate an individual on Assateague Island. After locating the individual and attempting to take off, the plane crashed on the beach. Thoughts and Memories of Arthur Plummer No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1961-04-09	Maryland State Police	MD
Poetzman, Carey In Memory Of Carey Poetzman Maryland State Police, MD End of watch: 1986-01-19 Aircraft: Bell 206B After completing a transport of a patient from Carroll County to the Shock Trauma Center, Trooper Carey S. Poetzman, 28, was killed when her med-evac equipped Bell Jet Ranger helicopter crashed in southwest Baltimore. Crashed off the 1200 block of North Hilton Parkway in a heavily wooded and elevated section of Leakin Park. Also killed was Trooper Gregory A. May, 31. Thoughts and Memories of Carey Poetzman No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1986-01-19	Maryland State Police	MD
Ponzo Peres, Eduardo In Memory Of Eduardo Ponzo Peres Brazilian Military Police, Brazil End of watch: 2007-04-16 Aircraft: unknown helicopter Police Detective Eduardo Ponzo Peres, died when the helicopter he was piloting crashed in the mountains near Colatina City, Espiritu Santo State, southeast Brazil. Police Captain Alvaro Jorge Carvalho, co-pilot, three doctors, and a nurse who worked in the local health ministry’s organ reception department also died in the crash. The crew was transporting human transplant organs to the state’s capital in Vitoria. Thoughts and Memories of Eduardo Ponzo Peres Edelcio Ponzo Peres He was my brother. He is my hero. Forever! LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2007-04-16	Brazilian Military Police	Brazil
Porter, Federick In Memory Of Federick Porter Santa Monica Police Department, CA End of watch: 1933-03-10 Aircraft: unknown airplane On March 10, 1933, Special Officer Federick Porter and Sergeant Rolland Morton were called upon by Police Chief Webb to fly to Long Beach to provide assistance to those recovering from a major and devastating earthquake. They were to also check the well-being of Santa Monica residents who were working at the Puget Sound Bridge & Dredging Co., which was supplying rock for the breakwater in Santa Monica. They took off in foggy conditions. Witnesses saw their plane close to the ground; it rose and upon coming down knocked its landing gear off. The plane cart-wheeled and burst into flames. Thoughts and Memories of Federick Porter No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1933-03-10	Santa Monica Police Department	CA
Porter, Robert In Memory Of Robert Porter Virginia State Police, VA End of watch: 1950-06-20 Aircraft: unknown airplane Troopers Robert Edward Porter and Joseph Benjamin Thomas were killed in a plane crash near Allmonds Wharf. Thoughts and Memories of Robert Porter No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1950-06-20	Virginia State Police	VA
Pruitt, Robert In Memory Of Robert Pruitt Florida Highway Patrol, FL End of watch: 1981-07-13 Aircraft: Cessna 172-P Trooper Robert L. Pruitt was in training as a pilot when his airplane crashed in St. John’s County, while assisting in the search for two suspects wanted for breaking and entering. Corporal Cleo Tomlinson and Trooper Merle Cook were also lost in this crash. Trooper Pruitt had served the citizens of Florida, with the Florida Highway Patrol, for 5 years. His career with FHP began April 16, 1976. He was in the 51st recruit class in Tallahassee, from June 7 to September 3, 1976. He was stationed in Pinellas Park and Fernandina Beach. At the time of his death, he was 37. Thoughts and Memories of Robert Pruitt No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1981-07-13	Florida Highway Patrol	FL
Purvis, Casey In Memory Of Casey Purvis U.S. Coast Guard, FL End of watch: 2001-02-01 Aircraft: PA 32 300 The Coast Guard family lost two members on the evening of February 1, when the Auxiliary aircraft piloted by Casey Purvis went down during a routine exercise. Both Aircraft Commander, Casey Purvis and Robert Fuller, Air Observer, were lost when the plane went down. The two men were practicing an “intercept” mission over Florida Bay. The Auxiliary aircraft, a PA 32 300 Piper was participating with a Coast Guard HU-25C Falcon jet. The training mission was one that both aircraft had performed numerous times. During the exercise communications with the Auxiliary aircraft were lost. As soon as contact was lost with the aircraft, a search was launched which continued through the night. The following morning the wreckage was located and later that day confirmation that they had been lost with the aircraft was made. In accordance with their wishes, the two were buried at sea in separate services. The burial service for Casey Purvis was held on Wednesday on USCG Cutter BLUE FIN departing from Station Lake Worth Inlet. Two Auxiliary vessels provided escort for the cutter and boats from the North Miami police unit, along with a 41-foot patrol boat from the Station. This service was also performed by CDR Jumper on board the cutter. Again, there was a farewell fly-over by an Auxiliary aircraft and a Falcon jet. Casey was born in Ocala, Florida, the son of Ralph Casey and Joanna Taylor Purvis. He was always called “Cap” due to his initials. His father preceeded him in death on February 26, 1954, and his step-father Herman D. Brown Jr. on September 4, 1982. Casey was survived by his wife Kay E., his mother, Joanna Taylor Brown, 2 brothers; Ralph Gerald «Jerry» Purvis and Herman D. Brown, 3rd., 6 sisters; Rita Curtis, Esther von Shultz, Kathryn Cranford,Iris Elaine Ferraro, Tammy Joanna Brown, and Jan Elise Yocum. Thoughts and Memories of Casey Purvis No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2001-02-01	U.S. Coast Guard	FL
Randolph, James In Memory Of James Randolph Inyo County Sheriff's Department, CA End of watch: 1979-08-15 Aircraft: unknown airplane On the afternoon of August 15, 1979, Inspector James O. Randolph, Jr. was on duty piloting a plane on a search and rescue mission in the mountainous area of Mono County when the plane struck a ridge at 10,000 foot level of the Sierra Nevada Mountains killing Randolph and a volunteer observer instantly. Thoughts and Memories of James Randolph No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1979-08-15	Inyo County Sheriff's Department	CA
Rathell, Charles In Memory Of Charles Rathell Maryland State Police, MD End of watch: 1973-09-18 Aircraft: Bell 206 Troopers Charles Straining Rathell and Donald Parkerson died while on patrol in a helicopter. The aircraft crashed while attempting an emergency landing after an engine failure. The accident occurred in Beltsville near Muirkirk Road and U.S. RT 1. Thoughts and Memories of Charles Rathell No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1973-09-18	Maryland State Police	MD
Raulson, Bobby In Memory Of Bobby Raulson Dale County Sheriff’s Department, AL End of watch: 1988-05-09 Aircraft: Hughes 269A The 1964 TH-55 took off and suffered an engine malfunction. The sole occupant, Reserve Deputy Bobby E. Raulson, auto-rotation, hit the ground softly and slid into a ditch where he received fatal injuries. Thoughts and Memories of Bobby Raulson No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1988-05-09	Dale County Sheriff’s Department	AL
Rettberg, Thomas In Memory Of Thomas Rettberg Utah Department of Public Safety, UT End of watch: 2000-02-11 Aircraft: Bell OH-58A Utah Department of Public Safety helicopter pilot Thomas Rettberg was killed while conducting a post-maintenance qualify assurance flight. Tom Rettberg joined the Utah Highway Patrol in 1975. He served at the Echo Port of Entry for one year and in field operations at Weber County for two years before joining the Aero Bureau. Tom left the UHP and joined Wildlife Resources in 1979. He later served with Utah Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division until he returned to the Utah Highway Patrol Aero Bureau in 1985. Thoughts and Memories of Thomas Rettberg No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2000-02-11	Utah Department of Public Safety	UT
Rhoden, Larry In Memory Of Larry Rhoden Polk County Sheriff, FL End of watch: 2001-10-22 Aircraft: Bell OH-58A TFO Larry Rhoden, 33 and Pilot, Brian Wilkinson, 33 were killed when their helicopter crashed in a marsh just north of Bartow, Florida. The flight team, who had been providing aerial support to Lakeland deputies during a burglary arrest, was headed back to Bartow. Their last communication with the dispatcher was at 12:58 AM. At 1:06 AM a deputy requested by radio that the helicopter go to an area south of Bartow near a power plant. Investigators believe the helicopter was either headed there or to the agency’s hangar at the Bartow Airbase. Five minutes later, dispatchers tried to contact the helicopter to assist Winter Haven Police Department. Attempts to raise the crew were futile. After repeated attempts to contact the crew by radio and pager were unsuccessful an aerial search was begun. Chief Pilot Greg Love and Flight Officer Rob Gray located the helicopter in a pit near Lake Hancock. Larry Rhoden, a ten-year veteran of the agency, left behind a wife and three children. Thoughts and Memories of Larry Rhoden Jennifer Marston I think he was a great man. He did lots of things for his people and cared. I know his family personally and I know they miss him dearly. His family is great and his kids look like him. I know I miss him even though I never met him. I know he was a great guy though. We WILL miss him. Jenn (Penny) LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2001-10-22	Polk County Sheriff	FL
Rice, Tom In Memory Of Tom Rice Josephine County Sheriff's Office, OR End of watch: 2002-05-23 Aircraft: unknown helicopter Deputy Tom Rice was killed in a helicopter accident while searching for an elderly woman. Thoughts and Memories of Tom Rice Greg Deivert I worked with Tom and he was everything you would want in a police officer. He was kind, compassionate and most of all he looked out for his brother officers. Tom served our community with honor. RIP Brother LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2002-05-23	Josephine County Sheriff's Office	OR
Richardson, Bill In Memory Of Bill Richardson Kern County Sheriff’s Department, CA End of watch: 1949-11-15 Aircraft: Stinson airplane Pilot Bill Richardson died following a plane crash while on a search for jail escapees. Richardson and a fellow county employee, Sergeant Clayton Hall Yearick, received fatal injuries when their single-engine Stinson plane suffered engine trouble while they were in route to Trona to search for escapees from the Kern County Jail. Both men were thrown clear of the wreck, but both lost their lives from their injuries. Thoughts and Memories of Bill Richardson No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1949-11-15	Kern County Sheriff’s Department	CA
Riley, Floyd In Memory Of Floyd Riley Garland County Sheriff’s Department, AR End of watch: 1991-04-23 Aircraft: Hughes TH-55 Captain Floyd A. Riley and Reserve Sergeant Bill R. Baruday died when their aircraft crashed while assisting ground units in the pursuit of several suspects. Thoughts and Memories of Floyd Riley No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1991-04-23	Garland County Sheriff’s Department	AR
Rivas, Ernest In Memory Of Ernest Rivas U.S. Coast Guard, AK End of watch: 1981-08-07 Aircraft: Sikorsky HH-3F Pelican While performing a night hoist to a distressed fishing vessel in heavy weather. The helicopter’s tail rotor contacted the water causing the aircraft to become uncontrollable and crashed into the water. The crew drowned after egressing the inverted aircraft. The aircraft was crewed by LT Ernest P. Rivas (CG Aviator #1739), LT Joseph G. Spoja (CG Aviator #1919), AD1 Scott E. Finfrock, and AT3 John H. Snyder. All were lost. Thoughts and Memories of Ernest Rivas No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1981-08-07	U.S. Coast Guard	AK
Roberson, David In Memory Of David Roberson U.S. Border Patrol, AZ End of watch: 1989-07-14 Aircraft: Aviat Husky A1A On July 14, 1989, Air Operations Supervisor David F. Roberson departed the Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, Arizona, at 5:50 a.m., in Service aircraft N29162. Shortly after takeoff, he responded to a request for assistance in the Yuma freight yards where Border Patrol units were conducting freight train check operations. At 6:10 a.m., Pilot Roberson departed the freight yard area and proceeded south to County 23rd and Avenue 2E to assist ground units in working a trail of three aliens. Upon arrival, Pilot Roberson commenced “signcutting” while maintaining radio contact with Senior Patrol Agent David Ramirez and Patrol Agent Rosendo Guillen, who were working in the immediate area on the trail. At 6:24 a.m., Pilot Roberson stalled the aircraft and crashed. The aircraft was totally destroyed by the impact and post crash fire. Pilot Roberson died instantly. Thoughts and Memories of David Roberson No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1989-07-14	U.S. Border Patrol	AZ
Roberts, Austin In Memory Of Austin Roberts New Mexico Department of Game & Fish, NM End of watch: 1960-01-04 Aircraft: unknown airplane Officer Roberts and Officer Ocie Gray were killed when a plane piloted by Officer Roberts crashed. The officers were dropping hay to starving antelope that were stuck in deep snow in San Miguel County. Officer Roberts had been with the agency for 11 years and was survived by his wife and three daughters. Thoughts and Memories of Austin Roberts No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1960-01-04	New Mexico Department of Game & Fish	NM
Rockmore, David In Memory Of David Rockmore U.S. Coast Guard, AK End of watch: 1986-11-02 Aircraft: Sikorsky HH-3F Pelican This crew was on a night SAR case to Old Harbor, AK in very poor weather. While circumnavigating Ugak Island, a small island with high terrain just off the main island of Kodiak, it is believed that they encountered unexpected weather in the form of heavy winds and rain. The aircraft impacted a high cliff and fell to the beach below to be consumed by a post-crash fire. The aircraft was crewed by CDR David Meurice Rockmore, LT Michael Clement Dollahite (CG Aviator #2148), LT Robert L. Carson, Jr., USPHS, ASM2 Kevin M. McCraken, AT3 William G. Kemp, and HS3 Ralph D. King. Thoughts and Memories of David Rockmore E. Russell I remember the first time I met “Dr. Dave.” I took my youngest son into the base clinic’s emergency room for a chronic earache – of course it was Sunday afternoon. In walked Dave Rockmore. He had a warm smile and an equally warm personality. My son, fearful of doctors, took to Dr. Dave instantly. He thanked me for bringing my son into the clinic because it got him out of the chore of unpacking. He and his family had just arrived on the island and his household goods had just arrived a few days prior. Although he was officially assigned to USCG Support Center Kodiak as a Flight Surgeon, he was trained in Physics and was actually a Pediatrician. He loved people, especially children! It was very obvious he had a way with youngesters and those that were ill. Dr. Dave once told me that although he was a trained Nuclear Physicist, he became a Pediatrician to save lives, not take them. What an extraordinary man! As much as Dave Rockmore loved his job, he loved his family more. The entire Kodiak community was devastated when the accident happened. Not only had his family suffered a tragic lose but the world lost a stellar individual. Dave Rockmore was taken from us much too soon. He still had so very many things to do. One of his hobbies was photography. We used to compare cameras, lense and pictures. Aside from his famiy, one of his favorite subjects was the abundent wildlife on the island. I know nothing can ease the pain Dr. Dave’s family has suffered due to his passing – I can only hope they know how very much (and how very often) his patients and friends still think of him. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1986-11-02	U.S. Coast Guard	AK
Rodgers, James In Memory Of James Rodgers Highlands County Sheriff, FL End of watch: 1995-07-10 Aircraft: Piper L-21A Pilot Inspector James Rodgers, 46, was killed when his 1951Piper aircraft crashed into trees at Lorida, Sebring, FL while searching for a criminal suspect. Captain Robert Hopton, 52, also died in the crash. Thoughts and Memories of James Rodgers No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1995-07-10	Highlands County Sheriff	FL
Rodriguez-Franco, Pedro Jose In Memory Of Pedro Jose Rodriguez-Franco U.S. Customs Service, PR End of watch: 1998-09-18 Aircraft: ASTA CD-22 NOMAD While flying N6305U Customs Pilot Pedro Rodriguez collided with another NOMAD aircraft while almost 120 miles off shore Puerto Rico. Customs Pilot Rodriguez continued to fly the severely crippled aircraft for over 100 miles until in the vicinity of Mona Island. Customs Pilot Rodriguez lost control of the aircraft and was killed while attempting to ditch the aircraft into the water. Although Customs Pilot Rodriguez was killed, the co-pilot survived.Pedrito was an Aviation Group Supervisor (AGS) and USCS Instructor Pilot (IP) at the time of the accident. Thoughts and Memories of Pedro Jose Rodriguez-Franco James Sasscer I first met Pedro while we were both attending FLETC in 1989. He was a MEO in Ponce, P.R. and was very excited to tell me that he had an upcoming interview scheduled for the Aviation Branch to be stationed in P.R. He was dedicated and loved his family. He also loved to fly and enjoyed the drug interdiction mission. He felt strongly in helping to keep narcotics from reaching Puerto Rico and U.S. shores. He is missed as a friend and professional colleague. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1998-09-18	U.S. Customs Service	PR
Romero, Richard In Memory Of Richard Romero Imperial County Sheriff’s Department, CA End of watch: 1988-10-24 Aircraft: Bell UH1 Five sheriff’s deputies from Southern California and three National Guardsmen were killed when the helicopter they were flying in a joint drug interdiction mission snagged on a power line and exploded into a hillside in western Imperial County. The accident occurred Monday, Oct. 24, about 9:30 p.m., approximately 63 miles east of San Diego on what was described as a training flight on the first night of an unpublicized anti-drug surveillance program called Operation Border Ranger. The National Guard UH-1H Huey helicopter crashed when it tried to make a pass through an isolated canyon to close in on a parked car thought to belong to drug smugglers, a National Guard spokesman stated. Killed in the crash were five deputies from a consortium of six Southern California sheriff’s departments that sponsored Operation Border Ranger, an anti-drug smuggling program that was quietly organized earlier this year. The three dead guardsmen were stationed with the 140th Aviation Unit at the Los Alamitos Armed Forces Reserve Center in Orange County. The dead deputies were identified as Sgt. Richard G. Romero, 39, El Centro, a 14-year veteran in Imperial County; Roy A. Chester, 41, of La Verne, and James D. McSweeney, 43, of Huntington Beach, both 12-year Los Angeles County Sheriff’s veterans; Mark Steven Tonkin, 31, Chino, a seven-year member of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department; and Investigator Michael David Davis, 34, Indio, a nine-year veteran Riverside County deputy. San Diego and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Departments, the other participants in the program, had no one on board. The deputies who died were all experienced narcotics officers. Romero was in the same 1966 Calexico High School graduating class as slain Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Enrique Camarena. He was not scheduled to be on the flight but pulled rank and bumped another deputy to get a seat on the ill-fated training mission. Thoughts and Memories of Richard Romero Dorothy Christianson Richard was a great brother in law. His patience love and understanding will always remain with me. I miss him so much. I know he is resting in peace with his mom, who was a beautiful woman who taught me about love, kindness and gentleness. Richard lives in my heart and I think about the promise I made him and was unable to keep, but know he understands and loves me just the same. Mary Ann Romero-Cook To my brother whom I LOVED AND STILL LOVE with all of my heart. I remember you always with a warm smile and caring personality. I hold all my memories tight in my heart. I miss you and I miss you telling me “I Love You Baby.” you always gave me uplifting and encouring words. I Will Never Forget You. God Bless You. LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1988-10-24	Imperial County Sheriff’s Department	CA
Ross, Stuart In Memory Of Stuart Ross Warwickshire Constabulary, UK End of watch: 1998-10-10 Aircraft: Eurocopter AS355N TFO Stuart Ross died when his aircraft crashed into woods close to the unit base at Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire. The aircraft was responding to a vehicle pursuit shortly after midnight, when it entered a fog bank immediately after lifting off. Thoughts and Memories of Stuart Ross No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1998-10-10	Warwickshire Constabulary	UK
Ross, Stuart In Memory Of Stuart Ross Warwickshire Police (East Midlands Air Support), GBR End of watch: 1998-10-10 Aircraft: Eurocopter AS355N Crashed into woods close to the unit base at Husbands Bosworth, Leicestershire. Aircraft responding to a call to a vehicle pursuit near Stratford on Avon shortly after midnight. Of three crew two were thrown clear and survived with serious injuries but Police Constable Ross an observer died in the resultant fire. Pilot entered fog bank immediately after lifting off and lost visual reference resulting in controlled flight into terrain. Thoughts and Memories of Stuart Ross No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1998-10-10	Warwickshire Police (East Midlands Air Support)	GBR
Rossetto, Dale In Memory Of Dale Rossetto Siskiyou County Sheriff's Department, CA End of watch: 1986-07-31 Aircraft: unknown Deputy Sheriff Dale Steven Rossetto, 30, of Yreka and Reserve Deputy Sheriff Lawrence Eugene Breceda, 29, of Montague were, at the time of the crash, on a marijuana-spotting mission in conjunction with the state’s Campaign Against Marijuana Planting (CAMP) program. Also killed was Redding pilot Noah Stinnett, 46. The deputies’ deaths marked the first fatalities in the Sheriff’s Department in more than 30 years, and marked the first time officers have been killed during the four-year history of the CAMP program. Siskiyou County sheriff’s deputy Gary Peery said this morning that several at the ceremony had attended the regional police academy in Oroville with Breceda and Rossetto. In a eulogy by Peery and fellow deputy Larry Schaller, Breceda and Rossetto were described as “heroes” who died while working to better their community. The crowd stood in applause as Schaller told the victims’ families the deputies had not “died in vain.” Thoughts and Memories of Dale Rossetto Dale Rossetto It’s been a while since those begining days of eraticating Marijuana. Dale and Larry were both working in the Jail and a few of us did the field work. Dale and Larry wanted to do it all. They worked the jail and every chance they would be out locating grows. Dale grew up in South County and we started pretty close to the same time. Dale always had a kind word for everyone. A man’s man. Love ya Brother. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1986-07-31	Siskiyou County Sheriff's Department	CA
Rothwell, S.S. In Memory Of S.S. Rothwell Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canada End of watch: 1958-08-06 Aircraft: DHC-2 In the first fatal accident suffered by the RCMP near Skaha Lake, BC, Staff Sergeant S. S. Rothwell, Constable R. W. Green, and Special Constable J. E. R. Cormier were killed when their aircraft struck a hillside during a manhunt. Thoughts and Memories of S.S. Rothwell No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1958-08-06	Royal Canadian Mounted Police	Canada
Routledge, G. A. In Memory Of G. A. Routledge South African Police Service, South Africa End of watch: 1976-02-16 Aircraft: Cessna 185 Squadron Leader G. A. Routledge and Second Lieutenant Stroebel were killed in a crash operating in Southern Rhodesia near Umtali. Thoughts and Memories of G. A. Routledge No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1976-02-16	South African Police Service	South Africa
Rowley, James In Memory Of James Rowley New York City Police Department, NY End of watch: 1983-07-22 Aircraft: Bell 206A Officer James Rowley and Officer Charles Trojahn were killed when their helicopter was involved in a mid-air collision over Brooklyn. A sea plane struck the rear rotor of the helicopter, causing it to crash. Both officers and two of the four passengers on the sea plane were killed. The float plane was arriving on an air taxi flight to the Wall Street area of Manhattan. Officer Rowley had been with the NYPD for 17 years. He was 39 years old. Thoughts and Memories of James Rowley Jesse Elin Browne I worked as a news and traffic reporter for WNBC-AM and Jimmy often piloted our morning and afternoon copter. The night before the tragic accident we had been covering the Diana Ross concert in Central Park. New York City experienced hurricane force winds and we were forced to make an emergency landing, safely, at Kennedy Airport. Jimmy was always professional, always erring on the side of caution and safety. That night he was concerned that his wife and children might worry after we were forced to stop live reporting. The next morning when I was reporting traffic Jim was flying for NYPD, we saw each other in the air over the East River and waved. He and his partner went on to cover an accident I had just reported over Brooklyn and moments later we received word about the mid-air collision. Jim Rowley is missed by everyone who ever new him. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1983-07-22	New York City Police Department	NY
Ruland, Philip In Memory Of Philip Ruland Western Australia Police, Australia End of watch: 2001-01-26 Aircraft: Cessna 310R Senior Constable Philip Ruland died when the aircraft he was in crashed and burst into flames near Newman. Also killed were Constable Gavin Capes, Constable David Dewar and Pilot Senior Constable Donald Everett. The crash happened while the officers were returning from Kiwirrkurra, 860km east of Newman near the Northern Territory border. The plane crashed about 9:50pm. The plane, named William G. Pense II after a police officer shot dead in Mt. Barker more than 20 years ago, was destroyed. This was the first accident involving Police Air Support in Western Australia. Thoughts and Memories of Philip Ruland Iain Walker I had the Pleasure of being taught everything I know from Phil. He was a great mate not only during work but also out of work. It was a pleasure to have known Phil for the few years that I did. There is not a day goes by that I don’t think of Phil and the great laughs we had together. You will never be forgotten. Trevor Ruland Philip was our second of four boys he always wanted to be in the Police Service and enjoyed the challenges that policing provided but he also enjoyed the comradeship that was provided by his fellow officers. Kay and I miss him dearly as do his brothers Grant, Craig and Darryl. He is always in our thoughts. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2001-01-26	Western Australia Police	Australia
Rupp, George In Memory Of George Rupp Ferry County Sheriffs Department, WA End of watch: 1981-09-11 Aircraft: unknown Deputy George H. Rupp was killed when his aircraft suffered engine failure. Thoughts and Memories of George Rupp No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1981-09-11	Ferry County Sheriffs Department	WA

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