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Village Marshal Benjamin Lewis Newaygo Police Department, Michigan

Village Marshal

Benjamin Lewis "Ben" Carpenter

Newaygo Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch: Tuesday, July 23, 1963

Bio & Incident Details

Age: 61

Tour: 12 years

Badge # 8

Cause: Automobile crash

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Marshal Benjamin Carpenter was killed in an automobile accident when he attempted to stop a speeding car on Croton Road.

The officer lost control of his patrol car and went off of the roadway on a sharp curve and struck a tree head-on.

A children's playground was built in honor of and named after Marshal Carpenter in September 1963.

Marshal Carpenter had served as village marshal for 12 years. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, two sons, and a foster son.

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 50th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
January 16, 2013

 

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