Category: Catastrophic Assistance
Jailer Jason Lowery
Texas Field Representative Cathy Stokes proudly presented a catastrophic assistance check to Jailer John David Lowery of the Houston County Jail. On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Jason “Biggan” Lowery passed away at home at only 41 years old. Jason was also a Jailer at the Houston County Sheriff’s Office for several years (as was his […]
Sergeant Christopher Cobb
Sergeant Christopher Cobb from the Arkansas Wrightsville unit had a house fire in February of this year. Fortunately, he, his wife, Kerri, and their daughter were not home during the time of the fire and everyone was safe. The house fire did result in a total loss. The Catastrophic Assistance Program was there […]
Rhode Island Department of Corrections – Maximum
Correctional Officer William Berry had a left total knee replacement and will have one on his right when his knee heals. Officer Berry was in need of assistance with his out-of-pocket expenses for surgery and physical therapy. Rhode Island Field Representative Joe Menezes was there to provide an assistance check from the catastrophic assistance program.
Women’s Eastern Reception Diagnostic & Correctional Center – MO
Recreation Officer I Nongrak “Kim” Rigg was diagnosed with cancer. CPOF’s catastrophic assistance program was available to help Officer Rigg with out of pocket medical expenses. We wish you the best in your recovery. Photographed: Left to Right: Recreation Officer III Melissa Baskett, CPOF Recipient Recreation Officer I Nongrak “Kim” Rigg and Deputy […]
Correctional Officer V Gerald Hightower II – The Estelle Unit – Texas
On March 26, 2024, Correctional Officer V Gerald Hightower II died due to complications from diabetes. He was a long-time employee of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The Catastrophic Assistance Program was there to assist his family with funeral arrangements following his death. To his family, friends, and The Estelle Unit, we offer our […]
Correctional Officer Daniel Baker
On March 7, 2024, Correctional Officer Daniel Baker of Suwannee CI (FL) lost his wife of over 30 years. Kutana Baker was only 52 years old. She was a wife, a daughter, a mother, a sister, and a friend. Please join us in keeping her family and Officer Baker in your thoughts. Photographed – […]
Red Onion State Prison – VA
Correctional Officer Jacob Barnett from Red Onion State Prison in Virginia was involved in a cell extraction on February 20, 2024. During the extraction, Officer Barnett was injured by a combative inmate. He is currently off work with a sprained knee while he waits for his MRI results, but his doctors are confident he will […]
Detention Officer Garth Balcom III
On January 4, 2024, Detention Officer Garth Balcom III from Maricopa County in Arizona died following cardiac arrest. His mother, Lorraine, was responsible for the cost of his funeral. CPOF’s catastrophic program was there to assist her during her time of need. Detention Officer Balcom’s obituary reads as follows: “It is with great sadness […]
Correctional Sergeant Rubin Guerra needs a Kidney Transplant
Sergeant Guerra retired after serving the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) for 22 years. Due to complications from diabetes, his health kept him from continuing his career with CDCR. Sergeant Guerra comes from a correctional family. His Uncle, Correctional Officer John Ruiz of California Department of Corrections (CDC) was honored to […]
SCI Pine Grove – Pennsylvania
Correctional Officer Eric Sharer’s wife shared this lovely note with CPOF after their family was assisted. Officer Sharer is suffering from heart failure and unable to report to work. He is not sure when he will be able to return.
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