CPOF Assists Family of DJJ Lieutenant Tawaski King
On behalf of the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), Vanessa O’Donnell had the honor of joining co-representative Rose Williams in presenting a catastrophic assistance check to Mrs. Takelia King, the widow of DJJ Lieutenant Tawaski Kentez King. The presentation took place at Eastman YDC, where they were joined by Mrs. King’s daughter, Takeria, and Mrs. […]
CPOF Provides Catastrophic Assistance to Family of Officer Lavell Sanders, Jr.
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Correctional Officer Lavell Sanders, Jr., who passed away on August 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with stage 4 gastric cancer. Officer Sanders began his state service in November 2018 with the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) at […]
Supporting Officer Antonio Anderson and His Family
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) exists for one purpose: Taking Care of Our Own. Through our Catastrophic Assistance Program, we step forward to support correctional professionals and their families in times of sudden and overwhelming hardship. Recently, we were called upon to assist Assistant Supervisor of Education (ASOE) Antonio Anderson of FCC Forrest City […]
A Grateful Acknowledgment from the Office of the Warden
At the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), we are continually reminded of the profound impact our Honor Guard makes—not only upon the families we serve, but also within the correctional community as a whole. Recently, we received a heartfelt letter from Christopher Edelen, Warden, addressed to Honor Guard member Bill Stanahan, that captures the essence […]
CPOF Leaders and Honor Guard Stand Together at Attica
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) was honored to stand in unity at this year’s Attica memorial, ensuring that the victims of the 1971 uprising continue to be remembered with the dignity and respect they deserve. Representing the Foundation were Treasurer Perry Speth, Secretary Chevi Amrein, Director Bill Hutto, Director Patrick Gallaway, and Interim CEO […]
Honoring the Forgotten Victims of Attica
More than five decades have passed since the Attica uprising of 1971, yet the memory of those who suffered and the staff who lost their lives continues to weigh heavily on our nation’s correctional family. At the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF), we have remained steadfast in our commitment to the forgotten victims of Attica […]
1971: A Year That Shaped Corrections – San Quentin & Attica
The year 1971 was one of the darkest in American correctional history. Within just three weeks, two events shook the profession to its core: the Deadliest Day in San Quentin’s history on August 21 and the Attica Prison Riot that began September 9. These tragedies claimed the lives of brave correctional staff, forever changed the […]
Taking Care of Our Own: The Bailey Family
In early July 2025, the correctional family in Michigan was struck with heartbreaking news. Correctional Officer Toney Lee Bailey II, serving at Oaks Correctional Facility, passed away suddenly at just 37 years old. Toney, born in Muskegon, Michigan, was known for his vibrant personality, sense of humor, and passion for cooking. Before joining the Michigan […]
Correctional Peace Officers Foundation – Catastrophic Assistance
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation extends our heartfelt condolences to CO Daisy Ruvalcaba of the Hughes Unit on the passing of her husband, Baron Stinson, on August 13, 2025. Baron was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend. Born on June 11, 1966, in Korea to Sun and James Stinson, he touched countless […]
In Memory of Retired CDCR Sergeant Rubin Guerra
Born: September 29, 1971End of Watch: August 27, 2025 It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Retired California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Sergeant Rubin Guerra due to complications from renal disease. Sergeant Guerra’s story touched many in our correctional family when it was first shared in April of 2024. A […]
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