Fallen Hero Memorial

Name	End of Watch	Agency	State/Country
De Loach, William In Memory Of William De Loach Georgia Bureau of Investigations, GA End of watch: 1993-07-14 Aircraft: Sikorsky UH-60 Special Agent William Levi De Loach [29] died when his helicopter struck a power line over the Altamaha River while on a drug mission near Brunswick, Georgia. Pilot Alan J. Klumpp [32] , Criminal Investigator David DeLoach [31], and Pilot Carl Richard Talafous [40] also died in the crash. Thoughts and Memories of William De Loach No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1993-07-14	Georgia Bureau of Investigations	GA
De Loach, David In Memory Of David De Loach Georgia Bureau of Investigations, GA End of watch: 1993-07-14 Aircraft: Sikorsky UH-60 Criminal Investigator David DeLoach [31] died when his helicopter struck a power line over the Altamaha River while on a drug mission near Brunswick, Georgia. Pilot Alan J. Klumpp [32] , Special Agent William Levi De Loach [29], and Pilot Carl Richard Talafous [40] also died in the crash. Thoughts and Memories of David De Loach No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1993-07-14	Georgia Bureau of Investigations	GA
DeMeulle, Donald In Memory Of Donald DeMeulle San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, CA End of watch: 1986-07-01 Aircraft: Hughes 500D Deputy Donald J. DeMeulle, 28, was killed when his helicopter hit a power line and dropped onto Lake Silverwood. Thoughts and Memories of Donald DeMeulle Tom Hornsby Don was a great friend; a little irreverent, always funny and a great lover of life. Don was one of our helicopter pilots, but on the day of his death, he was not at a set of controls but was filling the role of the flight officer. The patrol ship was flying along the shore of Silverwood Lake when they struck a set of wires. You may know the kind, towers the color of rust and hidden in the trees on two hills, wires running across a valley and nearly impossible to see. The wreckage sank in about 10 feet of water. Despite having a broken neck, the pilot, Steve Nix, tried drastically to pull Don out of the wreckage. Steve repeatedly dove down to the wreckage until, overcome with pain and exhaustion, he was pulled out of the water by boaters that came to help. Don was under water about 10 minutes before the boaters and State Park Rangers at the lake were able to bring him up. More heroic efforts at resuscitation were made by the citizens, Rangers, and medical crew of our rescue helicopter, but Don was declared dead when he reached the hospital. Don left behind a beautiful wife and two wonderful children. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1986-07-01	San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department	CA
Devos, Hedwig In Memory Of Hedwig Devos Belgian State Police, Belgium End of watch: 2003-01-10 Aircraft: Cessna 182 Pilot Inspector-Principal Hedwig Devos (37) died when the aircraft he was flying crashed near runway 25 at Brussels Melsbroek Airport while returning from an operational surveillance mission. Also killed was TFO Inspector-Principal Lieven Vlaeminck (49). Devos joined the gendarmerie in 1985 and the air unit in 1994. Thoughts and Memories of Hedwig Devos No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2003-01-10	Belgian State Police	Belgium
Dewar, David In Memory Of David Dewar Western Australia Police, Australia End of watch: 2001-01-26 Aircraft: Cessna 310R Constable David Dewar died when the aircraft he was in crashed and burst into flames near Newman. Also killed were Constable Gavin Capes, Senior Constable Philip Ruland 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 David Dewar Ali Kullo I am now a retired police officer with The Toronto Police Service (Canada) Dave was assigned to look after our cricket team taking part in the World Police Cricket Featival in Perth . Never had the pleasure to meet him but he will always be in my heart and remembered . A trophy in his honour was immediately struck by myself and Peter Pottoff and Michael Sedgman . This August 2019 WAPCC and TPCC will be meeting in Worcester, England to take part in another police tournament being hosted by Worcestershire City Police and we plan to honour Dave Dewar . Gone but will never be forgotten LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2001-01-26	Western Australia Police	Australia
Di Giambattista, Fabrizio In Memory Of Fabrizio Di Giambattista Italian State Police, Italy End of watch: 2005-05-11 Aircraft: P-68 Observer Officer Fabrizio Di Giambattista, 33, was killed when his aircraft crashed during a routine anti-immigration and smuggling patrol. The aircraft crashed into the Adriatic Sea off the mouth of the River Sangro between Pescara and the Tremiti Islands. Also killed were Officers Maurizio Formisano, 37, and Valerio Valentini, 30. Thoughts and Memories of Fabrizio Di Giambattista Daniela Gorrara Fabrizio era un amico speciale. Intelligente, generoso, sensibile. Come me, amava il volo. Ricordo sempre con quanto entusiasmo mi raccontava le sue missioni su quel maledetto aereo. A lui dedico un pensiero indelebile, perchè mai potrò dimenticarlo. Con interminabile affetto Daniela Giorgiana Ragni Mio cugino, il mio adorato cugino ora è lassù a vegliarmi ogni giorno, a proteggermi, a consolarmi…ma quanto mi manca………… Ti voglio bene Fabri. Mimmo 11 maggio 2005 – Sembra un secolo se penso a quanto mi mancano, mancano a tutti quelli che li conoscevano, le risate e gli scherzi di Maurizio Formisano, il volto serio e calmo di bravo ragazzo di Fabrizio Di Giambattista e la voglia di vivere che sprizzava da tutti I pori di Valerio Valentini. Sembra invece che il tempo sia volato, che sia accaduto appena ieri, per quanto vivo e pungente è ancora il dolore nel cuore di tutti quelli che li hanno conosciuti ed amati. Perciò oggi la mia preghiera in loro onore sarà: – “Signore accogli nel tuo terso ed immenso cielo con Valerio, Fabrizio e Maurizio e coloro I quali hanno dato la loro vita alla Patria, anche I cuori di tutti quelli che li hanno conosciuti ed amati e fai che la disperazione dettata dal dolore per loro perdita lasci pian piano il posto al ricordo legato ai tanti momenti felici vissuti insieme.” Patrizio A 4 anni da quel tragico evento, il cielo ha accolto una grande persona che della passione per il volo aveva fatto il suo lavoro. Ciao Fabrizio non ti dimenticherò mai, il poco tempo passato su questa terra ha lasciato il segno. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2005-05-11	Italian State Police	Italy
Dietrich, J. In Memory Of J. Dietrich U.S. Secret Service, Bahamas End of watch: 1973-05-26 Aircraft: unknown helicopter Special Agent J. Clifford Dietrich was killed in a helicopter crash near Grand Cay Island in the Bahamas while on assignment with the Presidential Protective Division attached to President Richard Nixon. Dietrich, who had been with the Secret Service for four years, was survived by his wife and two daughters. Thoughts and Memories of J. Dietrich Daryl Gallagher Dietrich This is my father and I want him to know that we are proud and thankful for what he and all of our heroes that protect us on daily basis have and will do to keep us all safe. In very loving memory– not a day goes by- without wondering… what would have been … Please know I have been blessed with a wonderdul dad and a great life. You though, have been missed! Former USSS Special Agent SA Dietrich’s death, although tragic, was not in vain. As a direct result of this incident, to this day all US Secret Service agents are taught methods of egress from a submerged aircraft. Julie A. Schwartz Dear Daryl Dietrich,I am the daughter of the man who was supposed to be in your father’s seat in the helicopter that went down. My father asked your father to take his place on that particular detail because my mother was 8 months pregnant with me and he didn’t want to be away. I have grown up knowing this story, and seeing your name just breaks my heart…I can’t even imagine what my life would have been like without my father. We are very close. Please contact me sometime if you’d like. I would like to tell you just how much my father has grieved over your father’s death over the years. He feels very lucky to be alive. I hope to hear from you! LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1973-05-26	U.S. Secret Service	Bahamas
Dietsch, Lance In Memory Of Lance Dietsch Iowa State Patrol, IA End of watch: 1989-06-30 Aircraft: unknown airplane On Friday evening, June 30, 1989, the Cass County Sheriff’s Department contacted the Iowa State Patrol requesting help in locating an elderly man who had wandered away from his nursing home. Trooper/Pilot Lance G. Dietsch, 30, of Council Bluffs and Trooper Stanley E. Gerling, 34, of Atlantic responded in a Maule Patrol aircraft. The search was about to be terminated when the two troopers spotted the man in a soybean field. The airplane turned sharply, crashing vertically into the ground and killing both troopers. Troopers Dietsch and Gerling were the first aircraft fatalities since the addition of the Patrol Airwing in 1956. Thoughts and Memories of Lance Dietsch No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1989-06-30	Iowa State Patrol	IA
Dobson, Jesse In Memory Of Jesse Dobson Florida Law Department of Enforcement, FL End of watch: 1991-08-30 Aircraft: Robinson R22B Police Officer Pilot Special Agent Jesse B. Dobson was killed when his helicopter struck a guy wire. Thoughts and Memories of Jesse Dobson Bill Bertrand – FHP – West Palm Beach, FL Jesse, (J.B.) Dobson was without question, a master at aerial detection of marijuana. He was an outdoorsman, and able to detect what “didn’t look right,” when flying over wooded terrain. He had an uncanny knack and eye for spotting dope, and was responsible for making a substantial impact in detecting and eradicating domestic marijuana in the State of Florida during the 1980’s, and early 1990’s. J.B. was a member of the Florida Highway Patrol for many years, became an FHP pilot in the Florida panhandle area where he honed his skills; eventually mastering the art of aerial marijuana detection. His detection abilities became well known in aerial law enforcement circles, and he was recruited by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, (FDLE), as a member of their elite Domestic Marijuana Eradication program. During this time, J.B. was responsible for detecting and assisting to eradicate domestic marijuana plants numbering well into the hundreds of thousands throughout the State of Florida. J.B. was a friend to many, and will be remembered for his quick wit, crazy antics, and great sense of humor. He loved the game of baseball, and competed in the police olympics as well. He was an outstanding pilot, and routinely flew missions from dawn to dusk during the growing season. He loved his job as a Law Enforcement Pilot, and was an inspiration for others to follow. He died doing what he loved, and will be fondly remembered for many things. His call sign was “Diamond Back.” Prior to beginning flight operations just before engine start-up, he’d always recite a phrase that went like this: “It’s Show time.” J.B. was a class act. (Gone, but not forgotten.) LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1991-08-30	Florida Law Department of Enforcement	FL
Dodson, Douglas In Memory Of Douglas Dodson Harlingen Police Department, TX End of watch: 1974-10-02 Aircraft: unknown helicopter Police Dispatcher Douglas Dodson and Police Officer Humberto Avila died when their helicopter crashed under unknown circumstances. Thoughts and Memories of Douglas Dodson No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1974-10-02	Harlingen Police Department	TX
Dollahite, Michael In Memory Of Michael Dollahite 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 LT Michael Clement Dollahite (CG Aviator #2148), LT Robert L. Carson, Jr., CDR David Meurice Rockmore, USPHS, ASM2 Kevin M. McCraken, AT3 William G. Kemp, and HS3 Ralph D. King. Thoughts and Memories of Michael Dollahite No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1986-11-02	U.S. Coast Guard	AK
Dotson, Ted In Memory Of Ted Dotson Eufaula Police Department, AL End of watch: 1990-08-01 Aircraft: unknown airplane Captain Ted L. Dotson and Deputy Walter A. Sutton of the Barbour County Sheriff’s Department were both killed when their plane crash while on a marijuana eradication flight. Thoughts and Memories of Ted Dotson No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1990-08-01	Eufaula Police Department	AL
Dougherty, James In Memory Of James Dougherty San Francisco Police Department, CA End of watch: 2000-01-11 Aircraft: Bell OH58 Pilot Inspector Kirk Brookbush, 49, when his helicopter, “Air One”, went down in a flat and barren farm field near Interstate 5 in Crows Landing, about 80 miles east of San Francisco and 30 miles southwest of Modesto. Officer James Dougherty, 56, a mechanic was also killed. Both men had been with the force for more than 25 years. Jim Dougherty began his police career at Taraval Station May 17, 1971 after serving four years in the U.S. Air Force, from 1963 to 1967, and after working for two years (1969 – 1971), as an aircraft mechanic for United Airlines. He was later assigned to the Traffic Accident Investigation Bureau (1977-1980), where his mechanical knowledge was useful in analyzing accident scenes. He served at Park and Ingleside stations, and returned to Taraval Station in April 1996. He served the Omi Community as the Day Watch “6 Car.” Dougherty, quiet and unassuming, his dedication to service in his 28 years with the Department yielded him one Police Commission Commendation, 52 Captain’s Commendations, and 41 Citizen Complimentary letters. The Air Support Unit often utilized his expertise as a certified aircraft mechanic. He was also an accomplished fixed wing pilot. His three children: Jeffrey, Bridget, and Christopher: and his companion, Sun Kang; and her sons, Chon and Paul Kang, survive the 56-year-old Dougherty. Thoughts and Memories of James Dougherty No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2000-01-11	San Francisco Police Department	CA
Duronso, Larry In Memory Of Larry Duronso Blaine Police Department, WA End of watch: 1978-09-04 Aircraft: unknown airplane Assistant Chief of Police Larry Dean Duronso and Reserve Officer Douglas Krenz were killed when their plane crashed while searching for a murder victim in Whatcom County. Officer Krenz was piloting the plane when the engine failed. Chief Duronso had been with the agency for seven years. Thoughts and Memories of Larry Duronso No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1978-09-04	Blaine Police Department	WA
Eddy, Norman In Memory Of Norman Eddy Fort Lauderdale Police Department, FL End of watch: 1989-05-25 Aircraft: Cessna 172P Detectives Norman L. Eddy and Frank A. Marstrangelo died when their airplane crashed into the Everglades near Davie, Florida. Thoughts and Memories of Norman Eddy No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1989-05-25	Fort Lauderdale Police Department	FL
Eichhofer, Hauptkommissar In Memory Of Hauptkommissar Eichhofer Hamburg Police, Germany End of watch: 1996-08-06 Aircraft: Eurocopter Bo105S Pilot Hauptkommissar Holger Eichhofer [50] died when his aircraft crashed while practicing a search and rescue mission with police divers. Also killed were Bordwart Wolfgang Friedrichsen [46], Birger Nowak [42] , Kurt Brachlin [46], and Nicolai Brandt [33]. Thoughts and Memories of Hauptkommissar Eichhofer No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1996-08-06	Hamburg Police	Germany
Ellington, Charles In Memory Of Charles Ellington U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation, OH End of watch: 1982-12-16 Aircraft: unknown airplane On December 16, 1982, Special Agents Terry Burnett Hereford, Charles L. Ellington, Robert W. Conners, and Michael James Lynch were killed in a Bureau airplane accident near Montgomery, Ohio. The Agents were accompanying a bank fraud and embezzlement subject, Carl Henry Johnson, and an individual from the law firm representing Johnson to Cincinnati. They were attempting to locate $50,000 in embezzled money, which Johnson had hidden in that area. The plane, piloted by SAs Hereford and Conners, crashed on approach to Cincinnati’s Lunken Airport near Montgomery, and all aboard were killed. There were indications that the aircraft encountered altitude read-out problems, was flying at a low altitude, and hit some wires before it went down. Thoughts and Memories of Charles Ellington No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1982-12-16	U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation	OH
Ellis, Kirsty In Memory Of Kirsty Ellis Police Scotland, GBR End of watch: 2013-11-29 Aircraft: Eurocopter EC135T2 Police helicopter of Police Scotland operated by Bond Air Services out of Glasgow. Helicopter with Police Constable Kirsty Ellis, Police Constable Tony Collins and Captain Peter Traill crashed on flat roof of a crowded public house and penetrated floor below killing the crew and a number of people inside Thoughts and Memories of Kirsty Ellis No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2013-11-29	Police Scotland	GBR
Enright, Frederick In Memory Of Frederick Enright California Highway Patrol, CA End of watch: 1975-06-07 Aircraft: Hiller UH-12 Officers Frederick W. Enright and Adolfo M. Hernandez were patrolling in the CHP helicopter at 2:45 p.m. when it crashed and burned in the Fremont area east of Highway 17. Enright, the 31-year-old pilot, and Hernandez, the 35-year-old observer, were both killed instantly. Witnesses said the helicopter went into a steep dive, and went approximately 50 to 75 feet off the ground, flipped over and then crashed. Investigation into the cause of the accident determined there was a mechanical failure in the controls that affected the pilot´s ability to control the horizontal attitude of the aircraft. Officer Enright was a member of the Patrol for four years. Thoughts and Memories of Frederick Enright No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1975-06-07	California Highway Patrol	CA
Epps, Norris In Memory Of Norris Epps Tampa Police Department, FL End of watch: 1995-01-18 Aircraft: Hughes 369E Officer Epps, 30, and police pilot Dan Gilligan were searching Old Tampa Bay at night for a missing Orlando firefighter when their helicopter slammed into the water on the south side of the Howard Franklin Bridge. Officer Ed Bowden, who jumped into the bay using his squad car’s back seat for a flotation device, rescued Gilligan. However, Officer Epps slipped under the 65-degree water and disappeared. His body was found a week later. Epps, a six-year patrol veteran, was on temporary assignment as a flight observer before reaching his choice assignment: a canine handler. Thoughts and Memories of Norris Epps No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1995-01-18	Tampa Police Department	FL
Escobedo, Estevan In Memory Of Estevan Escobedo Arizona Department of Game & Fish, Wildlife, AZ End of watch: 1994-01-04 Aircraft: Bell 206B Estevan Escobedo’s helicopter collided with an unmarked power line and crashed while conducting a wildlife population survey. The 34-yr old Wildlife Manager for the Arizona Game & Fish Department was a 10-yr veteran, joining the Department in 1984 after graduating from the law enforcement academy. One of a set of identical twins, Estevan was the Wildlife Manager in Globe for six years, and previously in Bullhead City and Casa Grande. Born in Mesa, Estevan’s early interest in falconry resulted in a chance encounter with an old game ranger, and fueled his desire to work for wildlife. In Estevan’s name, an award was created in 1994. The Estevan Ortiz Escobedo Citation of Honor is awarded to dedicated professionals of the Arizona Game & Fish Department in recognition of acts of heroism, bravery, or valor in support of the Agency mission. Thoughts and Memories of Estevan Escobedo Anonymous A true hero and a beloved friend to those lucky enough to cross his path. He will never be forgotten. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1994-01-04	Arizona Department of Game & Fish, Wildlife	AZ
Everett, Donald In Memory Of Donald Everett Western Australia Police, Australia End of watch: 2001-01-26 Aircraft: Cessna 310R Pilot Senior Constable Donald Everett, 49, died when his aircraft crashed and burst into flames near Newman. Also killed were Constable Gavin Capes, Constable David Dewar and Senior Constable Philip Ruland. 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 Donald Everett No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2001-01-26	Western Australia Police	Australia
Falivene, Eliano In Memory Of Eliano Falivene Italian State Police, ITA End of watch: 2007-10-16 Aircraft: AB 206 B Addestrative flight concerning emergency procedures Thoughts and Memories of Eliano Falivene No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	2007-10-16	Italian State Police	ITA
Faulkner, Steve In Memory Of Steve Faulkner Kansas City Police Department, MO End of watch: 1992-12-01 Aircraft: Schweizer S300C On Tuesday, December 1, 1992 at 8:51 p.m. Police Officer Stephen Faulkner, TFO, and Sergeant Jack Shepley, Pilot, had been in the air for about 20 minutes when they were dispatched to assist other officers who were involved in a foot chase with suspects. On their way to the call, Officer Faulkner radioed an emergency to the dispatcher that they were going down near 23rd and Topping. That was the last radio contact made with the officers. The dispatcher sent emergency equipment to the location, but unfortunately the helicopter was in flames and the two officers were killed in the crash. Thoughts and Memories of Steve Faulkner No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1992-12-01	Kansas City Police Department	MO
Fernandez, Frank In Memory Of Frank Fernandez U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, Peru End of watch: 1994-08-27 Aircraft: CASA 212-A Special Agent Frank Fernandez died when his aircraft crashed into dense jungle close to Puerto Pizano near Lima, Peru while on a drug assignment. Also killed were Agents Jay Seale, Juan Vars, Frank Wallace Jr. and Meredith Thompson, each of whom was from different sections of the US DEA. At the time of his death, Special Agent Fernandez was assigned to the DEA Headquarters Drug Suppression Unit. He began his service with DEA in the New York Field Division in 1980. During his career, he also served in Monterrey, Mexico; San Juan, Puerto Rico; and San Diego, California. Special Agent Fernandez was a 1979 graduate of the John Jay School of Criminal Justice in New York. Special Agent Fernandez was survived by his mother, Sonia Fuentes and his father, Francisco Fernandez, his stepfather, Alejandro Chevas and a brother, Alfredo Fernandez. Special Agent Fernandez was posthumously awarded the DEA Administrator’s Award of Honor on May 17, 1995. Thoughts and Memories of Frank Fernandez Maria C. Becerra Wherever you are, know that I will always remember you. I am thankful to have met you and loved you. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1994-08-27	U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration	Peru
Finfrock, Scott In Memory Of Scott Finfrock 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 AD1 Scott R. Finfrock, LT Ernest P. Rivas (CG Aviator #1739), LT Joseph G. Spoja (CG Aviator #1919), and AT3 John H. Snyder. All were lost. Thoughts and Memories of Scott Finfrock No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1981-08-07	U.S. Coast Guard	AK
Finley, Rickie In Memory Of Rickie Finley U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, Peru End of watch: 1989-05-20 Aircraft: Cessna 208 Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Rickie C. Finley was killed on May 20, 1989, in a plane crash as he was returning from a jungle operation to a base camp in Lima, Peru. He was 37 years of age at the time of his death. During his five years with DEA, Special Agent Finley received two Sustained Superior Performance Awards, in July 1987, for his work with the Detroit Field Division and again in August 1988, for his work with Operation Snowcap, a cocaine eradication program in Peru. Prior to joining DEA, he was an undercover narcotics officer with the North Little Rock Police Department for nearly seven years. He became a Special Agent with DEA’s Little Rock Resident Office in May 1984. After basic agent training, he was assigned to the Detroit Field Division. He volunteered for Operation Snowcap in 1988 and again in 1989. Finley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration in 1975 and a Master of Science degree in criminal justice, both from Arkansas State University. He was survived by his parents, Drexal and Grace Finley. Thoughts and Memories of Rickie Finley No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1989-05-20	U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration	Peru
Flippo, Allen In Memory Of Allen Flippo Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, VA End of watch: 1972-12-19 Aircraft: unknown airplane Game Wardens Allen Cooke Flippo and Donald Wyatt Gentry were killed when their aircraft crashed while flying a night patrol. Thoughts and Memories of Allen Flippo No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1972-12-19	Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries	VA
Florence, Ronald D. In Memory Of Ronald D. Florence Jacksonville Sheriffs Office, FL End of watch: 1979-01-08 Aircraft: Cessna 411 Officer Florence and his partner, Charles A. Thompson III, left Craig Airport in Jacksonville, Florida at 10:01 a.m. to pick up a prisoner in Panama City. Shortly after take-off, they lost the left engine. Attempting to make an open pasture about two miles from the airport, the airplane clipped a power pole and lines, crashed on the top of a closed business, and continued on into a stand of trees, killing both pilots and Warrants Detective Fred Lucy. Thoughts and Memories of Ronald D. Florence No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1979-01-08	Jacksonville Sheriffs Office	FL
Floyd, Clell In Memory Of Clell Floyd Lake City Police Department, SC End of watch: 1980-08-26 Aircraft: unknown airplane Captain Clell Bobbitt Floyd was killed when his plane crashed at Clifford J. Evans Airport in Lake City. Captain Floyd was using the aircraft to track a stolen vehicle. Captain Floyd was survived by his wife. Thoughts and Memories of Clell Floyd No one has left any Thoughts or Memories of this hero. LEAVE YOUR THOUGHTS & MEMORIES	1980-08-26	Lake City Police Department	SC

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