Officer Down Memorial Page

As a young reserve deputy with Clackamas County, I spent many, many hours with Jimmy on graveyard patrol. He taught me alot, most importantly how to talk to and deal with people in a professional and compassionate manner, use common sense, and I learned that this was what I wanted to do for a career. I was hired by Vancouver WA P.D. in June 1980, graduated the academy in August, 1980. Jimmy introduced me to my wife in September, 1980, and he was killed several months later. His was my first police funeral, he is buried about 50 feet from my grandparents, my son's middle name is in his honor. It was an honor and privilege to have known and worked with him...he is still missed.

Sgt. Gary C. Spaulding
Vancouver WA. Police Dept
December 27, 2010

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