Tazewell County Sheriff's Office, Illinois
End of Watch Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Add to My HeroesCraig Stephen Whisenand
Deputy Sheriff Craig Whisenand was killed in a single vehicle crash while responding to a domestic disturbance call in Armington at approximately 10:30 pm.
Dispatchers lost contact with him prior to his arrival to the call. Another deputy located the accident scene just before midnight at the intersection of Springfield Road and Tomm Road, in Delavan. Deputy Whisenand was pronounced dead at the scene.
Deputy Whisenand had served with the Tazewell County Sheriff's Office for 15 years, first at the Tazewell County Jail and then as a Deputy. He is survived by his wife, two sons, daughter, parents, and sister.
Bio
- Age 44
- Tour 15 years, 3 months
- Badge 6324
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Incident Date Monday, August 10, 2015
Most Recent Reflection
View all 152 ReflectionsJohn 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
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