Benson County Sheriff's Department, North Dakota
End of Watch Friday, September 10, 1954
Add to My HeroesRalph Leo Burdick
Deputy Sheriff Ralph Burdick succumbed to injuries sustained one week earlier when he was pinned between two vehicles while on duty at a Labor Day rodeo event in Fort Totten.
Deputy Sheriff Burdick was survived by his wife, 2 sons, two daughters, one granddaughter, and two brothers.
Bio
- Age 55
- Tour Not available
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause Struck by vehicle
- Incident Date Saturday, September 4, 1954
Most Recent Reflection
View all 7 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Burdick,
On today, the 70th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Benson County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
BPA Mike Casey
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