Deputy Sheriff Osmer Douglas "Doug" McFillen, Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana

Deputy Sheriff Osmer Douglas "Doug" McFillen

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana

End of Watch Saturday, March 19, 1966

Osmer Douglas "Doug" McFillen

Deputy Doug McFillen and Deputy John Monk were killed in an airplane crash while en route to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, to return a prisoner to Louisiana.

The plane, which was piloted by Deputy McFillen experienced engine trouble and crashed into Lake Charles approximately five minutes into the flight.

Deputy McFillen was survived by his wife, two children, and parents.

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Age 47
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Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident

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Your heroism and service is honored today, the 46th anniversary of your death. 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 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 Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

March 19, 2012