Thirty Years of Remembrance: Honoring Deputy Jailer Deadrick “Tony” A. Taylor
End of Watch: April 19, 1996 On April 19, 2026, we mark the 30th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Deputy Jailer Deadrick “Tony” A. Taylor of the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee. Three decades later, we pause to remember a life taken far too soon—and a sacrifice that continues to resonate across the […]
Fifteen Years of Remembrance: Honoring Deputy Sherri Katherine Jones
End of Watch: April 18, 2011 On April 18, 2026, we mark the 15th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Deputy Sherri Katherine Jones of the Bowie County Sheriff’s Department in Texas. Today, we pause to remember her life, her service, and the ultimate sacrifice she made while protecting her community. Deputy Jones served with […]
Standing with Sergeant LaGrandeur and His Family After Devastating House Fire
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) is proud to stand beside Sergeant Leslie LaGrandeur of the South Florida Reception Center and his family following a devastating house fire that claimed their home and all of their belongings. On December 19, 2025, Sergeant LaGrandeur, his wife, and their two children experienced an unimaginable loss when a […]
Standing with Sergeant Nathanial Hale and His Family
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is honored to provide support to Sergeant Nathanial Hale of Arkansas Valley Correctional Facility in Colorado during a challenging and uncertain time as he navigates serious health complications connected to his prior military service. Sergeant Hale is a veteran who sustained injuries while serving in the United States Army—injuries that […]
Standing with Officer Curtis and His Family
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is honored to provide support to Correctional Officer Curtis and his family following the heartbreaking loss of his wife, Donna Kay Curtis, who passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 63. Donna passed peacefully at her home in Bonham, Texas, surrounded by the love of her devoted […]
The Honor Behind the Guard – Steven Perrine
Hello, my name is Steven Perrine. I commenced my career with the Oregon Department of Corrections in 1995 and retired in 2020. Over the span of 25 years in service, I held various positions on several specialized teams and instructor training roles, including: serving on the Oregon Department of Corrections Honor Guard team for 15 […]
Eighty-Five Years Later: Honoring Guard John Hartye
End of Watch: April 14, 1941Sing Sing State Prison – Ossining, New York On April 14, 1941, the corrections profession lost a dedicated officer in an act of violence that still echoes through history. Eighty-five years later, we honor the life and sacrifice of Guard John Hartye and ensure that his service is never forgotten. […]
Fifteen Years Later: Honoring Correctional Officer Ronald “R.J.” Johnson
End of Watch: April 12, 2011South Dakota State Penitentiary – Sioux Falls, South Dakota On April 12, 2011, the corrections profession lost a dedicated public servant, a respected colleague, and a devoted family man. Fifteen years later, we pause to honor the life and sacrifice of Correctional Officer Ronald “R.J.” Johnson and ensure that his […]
Standing Beside Correctional Officer Adam Ismail
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) is honored to stand beside Correctional Officer Adam Ismail of Charlotte Correctional Institution in Florida during a difficult and uncertain time for him and his family. On February 9, 2026, Officer Ismail suffered a heart attack that has significantly impacted his ability to work and provide for his family. […]
Welcoming Gary Bell to the CPOF Board of Directors
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) is proud to announce the appointment of Gary Bell as the newest National Director on our Board of Directors. With more than two decades of service in corrections and a career defined by leadership, innovation, and commitment to others, Gary brings a wealth of experience that will further strengthen […]
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