Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ohio
End of Watch Wednesday, October 28, 1970
Add to My HeroesJames A. Kirkendall
Lieutenant James Kirkendall was killed in an automobile accident involving two trucks on US Route 33 near St. Johns.
Lieutenant Kirkendall was a WWII veteran and had served with the agency for 21 years. He served as the commander of the Van Wert Post at the time of the incident. He was survived by his wife and two children.
Bio
- Age 45
- Tour 21 years
- Badge 8/108
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 14 ReflectionsLt. Kirkendall,
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 LEO but for our Country as well when you served during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
October 28, 2020
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