Officer Down Memorial Page

On this, the 61st Anniversary of your brutal and senseless murder I just want to salute you, sir. Thank you for your bravery, duty and ultimate sacrifice. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten!

SGT Mark B. Hanna, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
June 22, 2010

Rest In Peace Sheriff. From one sailor to another, Bravo Zulu.

EWC John M. Mumper, USNR (Ret.)
August 5, 2006

Thank You Sheriff Uptegraft for your dedicated service to Blackford County. Your ultimate sacrifice will always be remembered in the hearts of all citizens in our county. You will always be remembered as a HERO in Blackford County Law Enforcement. Rest in Peace in God's Kingdom.

Chief Deputy Jeff Keplinger
Blackford County Sheriff's Office
August 5, 2006

Sheriff Uptegraft,
It has taken over 57 years, but you are finally being honored. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but for our Country as well when you served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous
Anonymous
July 5, 2006

SHERIFF THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE.REST IN GOD PEACE.

GILBERT DANIEL
July 4, 2006