CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to Correctional Officer Todd Robinson
Correctional Officer Todd Robinson serves at Hamilton Correctional Institution in Florida. Since January 11, 2026, Officer Robinson has been unable to work while facing a Stage IV cancer diagnosis. As his absence continued, Officer Robinson exhausted his available paid leave and entered leave-without-pay status on April 19. The loss of income created an additional financial […]
CPOF Supports the Ferrell Family During Their Daughter’s Spinal Surgery
Correctional Officer Grayson Ferrell serves at Wakulla Correctional Institution in Florida. On July 28, his 11-year-old daughter underwent spinal fusion surgery at UF Health Shands Hospital in Gainesville. The hospital is approximately 169 miles from the family’s home, making each trip nearly 340 miles round trip. Along with the emotional stress of seeing a child […]
CPOF Supports Jennifer Herdon and Her Family
Administrative Assistant Jennifer Herdon serves at Madison Correctional Institution in Florida. When her husband, Roland, was diagnosed with cancer, their family found themselves facing not only the emotional weight of his diagnosis but also the growing financial burden of out-of-pocket medical expenses. As medical bills accumulated, Warden David Allen and CPOF Representative Jim Freeman referred […]
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 […]
10 Years Later: Remembering Correctional Officer Kenneth Levella Bettis
On September 16, 2026, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation marks the 10th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Correctional Officer Kenneth Levella Bettis. Officer Bettis served at William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. His colleagues knew him as a firm but fair officer who was deeply respected for his work ethic and dedication […]
55 Years Later: Remembering Corrections Employee Ronald L. Turner
On September 16, 2026, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation marks the 55th anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Corrections Employee Ronald L. Turner. Ronald served as a laundry supervisor at Folsom State Prison. Although he did not wear the uniform of a correctional officer, he worked behind the walls and faced the dangers inherent in […]
Attica at 55: Remembering the Correctional Staff Who Never Came Home
In September 1971, 11 members of the Attica correctional family went to work and never returned home. They were correction officers, supervisors, industrial employees and account clerks. They held different responsibilities inside Attica Correctional Facility, but each played a role in keeping the institution operating. Beyond the walls, they were husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, veterans, […]
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