Category: Catastrophic Assistance
CPOF Supports the Kurpet Family Following a High-Risk Pregnancy
Sergeant Bartlomiej Kurpet serves at the Denver Complex in Colorado. He and his wife, Courtney, are parents to three young children, including their newest addition, Leona. Courtney experienced a high-risk pregnancy before giving birth to Leona. Following her arrival, Leona spent 10 days in intensive care while her lungs continued to develop. The family faced […]
CPOF Continues Its Support of Shelia Berry Barnes and Her Family
Administrative Supervisor Shelia Berry Barnes serves at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility in Pearl, Mississippi. When her husband, Billy, underwent prostate surgery, Shelia needed time away from work to care for him during his recovery. With Billy unable to work and Shelia’s hours reduced, the family experienced additional financial strain during an already challenging time. The […]
CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to Ashley Wolzen
Correctional Case Manager II Ashley Wolzen serves at Jess Dunn Correctional Center, a minimum-security facility located in Taft, Oklahoma. Ashley has been diagnosed with several serious medical conditions, including hyperparathyroidism, chronic hypocalcemia, Addison’s disease and secondary adrenal insufficiency. These conditions have resulted in extended hospital stays and intermittent absences from work. Ashley is currently on […]
CPOF Supports Major Michael Kelly and His Wife, Ruth
Major Michael Kelly of Lawtey Correctional Institution and his wife, Ruth, are facing a difficult season following Ruth’s diagnosis with a serious illness. As Ruth receives ongoing medical care in Gainesville, the Kelly family must regularly travel approximately 54 miles each way for appointments and treatment. The repeated trips have added transportation expenses and other […]
CPOF Stands With Correctional Officer Ann Crutchfield Following the Loss of Her Husband
Correctional Officer Ann Crutchfield of Franklin Correctional Institution in Florida recently experienced the unexpected loss of her beloved husband, Michael Louis “Mikey” Crutchfield Jr. Mikey passed away following cardiac arrest on July 22, 2026, in Apalachicola, Florida. He was only 43 years old. Born on August 24, 1982, in Panama City, Mikey was the son […]
CPOF Assists Washington Officer Following Serious Motorcycle Accident
What should have been a celebratory day quickly became the beginning of a difficult recovery for Correctional Officer Lucas Eiffert of Cedar Creek Corrections Center in Washington. On August 19, 2026, Officer Eiffert was riding his motorcycle home from a graduation ceremony while his wife followed behind him in her vehicle. During the drive, another […]
Standing With Michael Through a Difficult Recovery
On April 16, 2026, Michael underwent brain surgery to remove a rare papillary tumor. Surgeons were able to remove approximately 60 to 70 percent of the tumor, but his recovery has been complicated, and additional treatment will be necessary. CPOF Rhode Island Volunteer Field Representative Joe Menezes recently visited Michael at his home, where he […]
Standing Beside Douglas Nicolosi After a Devastating House Fire
On July 4, 2026, Judicial Services Coordinator Douglas Nicolosi Jr. of the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction’s Division of Community Supervision experienced a devastating house fire that destroyed his home and personal belongings. Although we are deeply grateful that no one was injured, the fire left the residence unsafe to enter or occupy. In […]
Standing Beside the Family of Correction Officer John Edwards
For 28 years, Correction Officer John David Edwards served the Massachusetts Department of Correction with professionalism, commitment, and an unwavering dedication to public safety. On May 31, 2026, Officer Edwards suffered a medical emergency while at his post at North Central Correctional Institution in Gardner. He passed away later that day at the age of […]
Standing Beside the Kelley Family
On July 11, 2026, the life of the Kelley family changed without warning when Correctional Officer Thomas “Tom” Kelley passed away unexpectedly from an aortic dissection. He was only 35 years old. Tom left behind his wife and lifelong partner, Allie Anderson, and their two daughters, Rylee, 15, and Reese, 8. In the midst of […]