United States Department of Justice - Immigration and Naturalization Service - United States Border Patrol, U.S. Government
End of Watch Monday, February 4, 1974
Add to My HeroesEdwin Curtis Dennis
Agent Edwin Dennis was killed in an automobile accident while he and another agent transported a prisoner from Ysleta, Texas, to El Paso, Texas. The van struck some rocks that were in the roadway, causing it to flip over. Agent Dennis was ejected from the van and crushed as it rolled over.
Agent Dennis had served with the agency for 32 years; he had previously served with the San Antonio Police Department and the United States Army. He is survived by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and was buried in the Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, Texas.
Bio
- Age 61
- Tour 32 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
- Location Texas
Most Recent Reflection
View all 9 ReflectionsYour heroism and service is honored today, the 38th 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect and your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I hold your family in my heart's embrace today. To your daughter, thanks for sharing a child's devotion to her beloved father.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 4, 2012
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