Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks, Montana
End of Watch Thursday, February 13, 1958
Add to My HeroesMarion R. Ammerman
Game Warden Marion Ammerman was killed in an airplane crash while conducting a wildlife survey assignment.
Warden Ammerman was flying to Malta, MT from Glasgow MT in a Piper Supercub to meet a biologist to perform a wildlife survey the following day. About seven miles east of Hindsdale, MT, in light snow, the plane collided with a power line and Warden Ammerman was killed on impact.
Warden Ammerman had served with the agency for 10 years and had previously served with the United States Army during World War II. He was survived by his wife, son, and daughter.
Bio
- Age 38
- Tour 10 years
- Badge FG-68
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Aircraft accident
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsI met your great grandson Caden today, Warden Ammerman, while I stood watch on 2015 Law Enforcement Memorial Day in Helena, MT at the Law Enforcement Memorial on our State Capitol grounds. Caden and his Mom came to honor you and remember your service and sacrifice. Caden is a handsome boy and he is proud of you. May God Bless you sir, and may God bless your family.
Montana Attorney General Tim Fox
Montana Attorney General Tim Fox
Montana Department of Justice
May 15, 2015
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