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MISSION STATEMENT Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. and the Kentucky Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) provides resources to assist in the rebuilding of the lives of surviving families and affected co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty as determined by Federal criteria. Furthermore, C.O.P.S. provides training to law enforcement agencies on survivor victimization issues and educates the public of the need to support the law enforcement profession and its survivors. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 INSIDE THIS ISSUE P.O. Box 23404, Lexington, KY 40523 | [email protected] | www.CopsKentucky.org Concerns of police survivors Kentucky Chapter 2 nd QTR 2015 Parents’ Retreat Kentucky Spouses’ Retreat LEU: Road to Hope National Police Week Announcements End of Watch: Gone But Not Forgotten FYI... T he 2015 COPS Parents’ Retreat was held in the scenic mountains south of Little Rock, Ark. in late October. There were 187 parents in total and, of those, there were about 40 first timers. Seeing long-time acquaintances and catching up on the year gone by was wonderful. Seeing the change, for the better, in the first timers in one short weekend was miraculous. There were parents whose children died in-the-line in 2015. Raw emotion showed on their faces. Tears came easily. Sadness hung over them like a dark cloud. That was Friday night and Saturday morning. Then the sessions began and the camaraderie of the more seasoned attendees took over. Smiles mixed with the tears. There were glimmers of hope crossing some of the new faces. Parents’ Retreat Don Grignon Surviving Father ‘01 Christmas Party 2015 ...Continued on Page 2
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MISSION STATEMENT
Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. and the Kentucky Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) provides resources to assist in the rebuilding
of the lives of surviving families and affected co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty as determined by Federal criteria.
Furthermore, C.O.P.S. provides training to law enforcement agencies on survivor victimization issues and educates the public of the need to support
the law enforcement profession and its survivors.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
P.O. Box 23404, Lexington, KY 40523 | [email protected] | www.CopsKentucky.org
Concerns of police survivors
Kentucky Chapter 2nd QTR 2015
Parents’ Retreat
Kentucky Spouses’
Retreat
LEU: Road to Hope
National Police Week
Announcements
End of Watch: Gone
But Not Forgotten
FYI...
T he 2015 COPS Parents’ Retreat was held in the scenic mountains south of Little Rock, Ark. in late October. There were 187 parents in total and, of those, there were about 40
first timers.
Seeing long-time acquaintances and catching up on the year gone by was wonderful. Seeing the change, for the better, in the first timers in one short weekend was miraculous.
There were parents whose children died in-the-line in 2015. Raw emotion showed on their faces. Tears came easily. Sadness hung over them like a dark cloud. That was Friday night and Saturday morning.
Then the sessions began and the camaraderie of the more seasoned attendees took over. Smiles mixed with the tears. There were glimmers of hope crossing some of the new faces.
Parents’ Retreat Don Grignon
Surviving Father ‘01
Christmas Party 2015
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Kentucky Spouses’ Retreat Sherry Bryant
Surviving Spouse ‘03
The Annual KY C.O.P.S. Spouses’ Retreat, was once again a great success. There were eight surviving spouses in attendance, including two first-timers. Once again the retreat was held at
Cumberland Falls State Park. The double cabins were even better than last year! The space was very accommodating which made for a very safe environment. Because of this, the love, trust and friendship blossomed and was felt by all. After a night of talking, a fantastic breakfast was a treat
the next morning. No trip to Cumberland Falls is complete without actually seeing the falls! A short hike to take in the sights was a priority before everyone packed up and headed home. A wonderful time was had by all and hopefully more spouses will join us in the years to come!
New friendships developed. There was feeling that someone understood where they were. The veterans could demonstrate that the pain lessens with hard work and time and the healing hand of God.
There were a half dozen Arkansas State Police there to welcome the buses from the airport and help with the luggage. The Arkansas Fish and Wildlife had about 15 people helping with the outdoor activities and putting on demonstrations Saturday. Helpful, courteous and the friendliest folks you’d ever meet.
Nobody complimented the food but nobody missed a meal. Those were the times for personal discussions between and among parents. Stories were shared. Contact information was exchanged. Bonding took place over the second cup of coffee.
A rousing success. Lots of money raised by the silent auction (over $300 by Kentuckians) for next year’s retreat. Thanks to KY COPS, the National COPS for the honor given to our sons and daughters.
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The Kentucky COPS Board of Directors would like to extend a sincere THANK YOU to all of our volunteers and members who spent countless hours preparing for our Christmas Luncheon. They
were the busiest elves we have ever seen! Our 15th annual holiday party was a huge success according to survivors. Approximately 130 surviving family members and supporters were in
attendance. Everyone was greeted by a slideshow of KY COPS photos from years past and were able to enjoy fellowship and a wonderful meal as the slideshow was played. Several individuals were presented with awards for their dedication to surviving families and Kentucky COPS. The event ended with Santa and his elves handing out gifts to all the children, teens and surviving families
present. The room was filled with laughter, tears and much joy as fallen officers were remembered. It is our sincere hope that the Christmas Luncheon and the many events we have each year bring
survivors together so that they may support and comfort one another and form everlasting bonds.
2015 Award Recipients
Dedication Award: Keith Broughton Service Through The Years: Julie Schmidt
Appreciation Award: Wilbert's Vault Company Member of the Year: Brandy Durman
Agency of the Year: Lexington Police Department
Christmas Party 2015 Brandy Durman
Surviving Spouse ‘10
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Be a part of Team Kentucky for the 2016 Law Enforcement United Road to Hope charity bicycle ride.
Registration for the 2016 ride begins July 1 at www.leunited.org. To become a member you must be a sworn or retired Law Enforcement Officer or a survivor of an officer killed in the line of duty.
Team Kentucky is looking for riders and support staff willing to raise money for Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) and the
Officer Down Memorial Page (ODMP). There are fundraising minimums to participate in the ride.
The Road to Hope is a 250 mile bike ride that takes place May 10-12 as part of National Police Week.
Law Enforcement United has different routes starting from Northern Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. In 2016, Team Kentucky will participate in the Virginia route.
For more information, contact Craig Sutter at [email protected] or visit www.leunited.org.
Law Enforcement United:
Road to Hope Bicycle Ride
In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers
who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
National Police Week is a collaborative effort of many organizations dedicated to honoring America’s law enforcement agencies. The principle organizers of National Police Week include:
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF)
Fraternal Order of Police / Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary (FOP / FOPA)
Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)
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Police Unity Tour Arrival Ceremony
May 12, 2016—2PM
National Law enforcement Officers Memorial (400blk of E St NW)
28th Annual Candlelight Vigil
May 13, 2016—8PM
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
22nd Annual Emerald Society & Pipeband March and Service
May 14, 2016—4:30PM
Assemble at New Jersey Avenue and F St, NW
Step-off promptly at 6PM. March will proceed to the National Law Enforcement
Memorial
FOP/FOPA Wreath –Laying Ceremony
May 15, 2016—2:30PM
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
(Immediately following the ceremony at the US Capitol)
Please Note: Because May 15, 2016 falls on a Sunday, some events will take place before
the official dates of Police Week in 2016
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PAGE 6 Announcements
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email [email protected] with
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Go Green!
January
9: LEAD Day
16 @ 11AM: Tentative Date for KY COPS Business Meeting
February
TBA: National Police Week Attendees Meeting
March
12 @ 11AM: Tentative Date for KY COPS Business Meeting
April
May
15-21: National Police Week (See pg. 5 for full list of events)
June
11 @ 11AM: Tentative Date for KY COPS Business Meeting
18: Lexington Blue Knights Ride
July
16: Louisville Blue Knights Ride
Did we miss something? Let us know!
Email your event, conference or
memorial service information to
Want to stay up to date on KY C.O.P.S. events
and activities between newsletters?
Check out the calendar feature on the
KY C.O.P.S. webpage!
http://www.copskentucky.org/calendar.html
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January—March Each quarter, we will list the officers that
have died the following quarter from
Kentucky honored on the Kentucky Law
Enforcement Memorial Foundation’s
memorial in Richmond, Kentucky. If your
officer is not listed, please pardon the
omission, and let us know so that we may
HALEY, FRYE 01/01/1903 Lebanon Junction
WOOTON, JOHN 01/01/1920 Leslie Co.
MORGAN, JOE 01/01/1925 Leslie Co.
COLLINS, HARRY 01/01/1929 Glasgow
WELDON, O J 01/01/1930 Cumberland
VANFLEET, WALLACE 01/01/1938 Lebanon Junction
WELLS, JASON 01/01/1947 Leslie Co.
LEWIS, WILLIE SR 01/01/1957 Leslie Co.
GREEN, SAM L 01/01/1962 Rowan Co.
ESTEP, RUSSELL J 01/02/1987 Louisa
DESKINS, W F 01/03/1893 Magoffin Co.
REDMON, DANNY L 01/03/1967 Lexington
COTTINGHAM, LARRY D 01/03/2005 Henderson Co.
EVERSOLE, ALEX 01/04/1983 Perry Co.
PARTIN, MICHAEL A 01/04/1998 Covington
LAW, BENJAMIN F 01/05/1925 Covington
MAZZIE, WALTER D 01/05/1939 Louisville
ARNSPARGER, CLIFTON F 01/05/1941 Bourbon Co.
REID, LESTER E 01/05/1979 Warren Co.
RUGGLES, JOHN 01/07/1878 Lewis Co.
STRONG, CLAUDE 01/08/1952 Hickman
DEAL, WALKER 01/10/1921 Pike Co.
PYSHER, FRANK W JR 01/10/1989 Jefferson Co.
PURSIFULL, SEAN 01/10/2008 Bell Co.
SMITH, HIRAM 01/14/1942 Breathitt Co.
RUST, BENJAMIN S 01/15/1862 Louisville
WEST, SILAS 01/16/1928 Somerset
TIPTON, NOAH J 01/16/1932 Rockcastle Co.
PATRICK, ELVIN 01/17/1959 Whitley Co.
ESTES, J J 01/19/1927 Lexington
KIDWELL, GARY E 01/20/1991 Stanford
PICKARD, WILLIAM F 01/21/1976 KSP
HAWTHORN, JOHN H 01/22/1947 Louisville
GREEN, MICHAEL R 01/26/1986 Corrections
GRUBER ,JOHN 01/27/1930 Louisville
SEELYE, RONNIE E 01/27/1981 Louisville
BECK, JOHN L 01/27/1994 Rowan Co.
CLAYCOMB, LAWRENCE W 01/28/1937 Louisville
WRIGHT, WILLIAM S. 01/30/1900 Letcher Co.
BENNETT, STEVE L 01/30/1992 Powell Co.
BRISCOE, ARTHUR C 01/30/1992 Powell Co.
MARTIN, BEE 01/31/1930 Floyd Co.
BOYER, H D 01/31/1931 Louisville
OFFUTT, BASIL D 01/31/1931 Louisville
RICHARDSON, JAMES M 02/01/1988 Pulaski Co.
RAY, HERBERT 02/02/1935 U S Marshal
HEDGEPETH, JAMES 02/02/1942 Louisville
KINNEY, THOMAS W 02/02/1942 Louisville
COMBS, JERRY 02/05/1940 Breathitt Co.
CHARLTON, CLOYD A 02/06/1967 Adairville
EIFERT, CLEOPHUS 02/07/1946 Covington
TARTT W W 02/08/1915 Graves Co.
SELF, JOSEPH M 02/10/1923 Univ of KY
COY, WILLIS A 02/11/1937 Louisville
CUNNINGHAM, CLINTON E 02/11/1979 KSP
WEISS, JOHN R 02/12/1986 Shively
BARKER, LEE 02/14/1912 Owensboro
MILLER, ROBERT R 02/14/1951 KSP
BROWN, HENRY 02/15/1896 Frankfort
YELENOSKY, JOHN 02/15/1949 Lynch
ABELL, FRANCIS L 02/16/1929 Morganfield
DOTSON, AUTHUR G 02/16/1966 Russellville
WALKER, ROBERT T 02/16/1986 Irvine
FOW, JOHN 02/17/1917 Louisville
HAMMOND, LUTHER W 02/18/1957 Corrections
PETTIT, ASA 02/19/1913 Clay City
SNELLEN, VERNON C 02/20/1937 KSP
SANSBURY, JAMES 02/21/1965 Louisville
BANAHAM, JAMES 02/23/1935 Lexington
COX, JONAH D 02/23/1974 Louisville
PERKINS, J WES 02/24/1930 Williamsburg
WAINSCOTT, ETHELBERT 02/24/1990 Jessamine Co.
MARTIN, PRYOR 02/25/1951 Eminence
PORTER, WILLIAM D 02/25/1955 LaGrange
THOMPSON, JOHN T 02/28/1869 Covington
ROSS, PATRICIA 03/01/1984 Corrections
HAYCRAFT, RALPH W 03/04/1942 Grayson Co.
STAMPER, JERRY 03/04/1950 Perry Co.
FLINCHUM, CLAUDE E 03/04/1979 Wolfe Co.
STICKLEN, JAMES P 03/04/2011 Alexandria
CUMMINGS, MARVIN F 03/06/1920 Clinton Co.
ROACH, JOHN T 03/06/1922 Graves Co.
RAPSON, CLARENCE G 03/06/1931 Jefferson Co.
MADDEN, THEE 03/10/1933 Knott Co.
HANS, GREGORY 03/10/1997 Jefferson Co.
BAKER, BILL 03/11/1950 Perry Co.
SMITH, MICHAEL T 03/11/1976 Jefferson Co.
LAYNE, HENRY 03/13/1897 Hopkinsville
LITTRELL, MOSE H 03/14/1938 KSP
DEATON, WILSON 03/161940 Breathitt Co.
CYRUS, CECIL E 03/18/1992 Johnson Co.
WILLIAMS, JAMES 03/19/1903 Marion Co.
BANKER, ROBERT C 03/19/1987 Fish & Wildlife
CASTEEL, BERT 03/21/1903 Laurel Co.
ARVIN, JESSIE 03/22/1857 Estill Co.
LAND, JAMES M 03/22/1857 Estill Co.
GRIGNON, PETER A 03/23/2005 Louisville
WILKE, FRANK H 03/24/1928 Louisville
KENNEDY, GROVER D 03/25/1949 McCreary Co.
HENSLEY, ROBERT 03/27/1954 Owsley Co.
TAYLOR, CLARENCE 03/27/1954 Owsley Co.
WALKER, KELLY 03/28/1923 Leslie Co.
CONOVER, MARVIN 03/29/1904 Corrections
TRINKLE, ORVILLE C JR 03/29/1960 Louisville
GARRISON, LEONARD J 03/30/1964 Paris
SLUSHER, FLOYD 03/31/1892 Leslie Co.
HATFIELD, CHARLES 03/31/1919 Ashland
P.O. Box 23404, Lexington, KY 40523 | (502) 376-2891 | www.CopsKentucky.org | find us on
2015-2017 KY C.O.P.S. Board of Directors
President
Danny Fleischer (CW/10)
(859) 576-9357
Vice President
Sherry Bryant (W/03)
(859) 581-0639
Treasurer
Keith Broughton (CW/01 & 00)
(859) 509-1270
Secretary
Brandy Durman (W/10)
(859) 230-0986
Chapter Director
Joe Gilliland (KY Blue Knights)
(859) 749-2137
Benefits Coordinators
Jennifer Thacker (W/98)
(502) 494-4246
Jerry Powell (CW/88 & 00)
(859) 396-1155 [email protected]
ac = adult child
c = child
cw = co-worker
f = father
fn = fiancé
o = other
m = mother
s = sibling
so = significant other
w = widow(er)
Making Sense of the Letters to Identify Survivors
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Don Grignon (F/05)
(502) 435-5849
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Ashley Gruner (Supporter)
(502) 773-2365
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Dave Ernst (CW/88)
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Julie Schmidt (CW/05)
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(502) 905-8577
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(502) 220-3636
Kiana Brown (AC/03)
(859) 801-8439
Robin Fleischer (Supporter)
(859) 321-0457
Brandi Mundo (W/03)
(502) 589-3369
Craig Sutter (Supporter)
(270) 392-7768
Sue Mardis (W/85)
(859) 368-0331
Brenda Nease (W/89)
(606) 476-2913
Tony Jansen (AC/84)
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