Game Warden Pilot Richard E. Varney

Game Warden Pilot Richard E. Varney

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - Warden Service, Maine

End of Watch Wednesday, September 27, 1972

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Richard E. Varney

Game Warden Pilot Richard Varney drowned after his helicopter crashed into Maranacook Lake.

He had just taken off from the lake base when the helicopter experienced a malfunction and crashed. He was able to exit the wreckage but drowned before rescuers could make it to his location.

Game Warden Varney was a United States Air Force veteran and had served with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - Warden Service for 16 years. He is survived by his wife, two sons, two daughters, parents, and sister.

Bio

  • Age 41
  • Tour 16 years
  • Badge Not available
  • Military Veteran

Incident Details

  • Cause Aircraft accident

aircraft accident

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Richard,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I,P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 27, 2022

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