Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As the anniversary of David’s murder comes around again, its simply amazing that with todays DNA data base that none of his clothing or equipment have been analyzed again. The arrested individual who was released has been in prison within last 10 years so surely his DNA is on file. DKPD should be ashamed for NOT pursuing an answer to this loss.

Carolyn Hanson Hunter
Former DeKalb PD CID Clerk and Communications

January 26, 2024

I often think of David’s murder. I was a young police officer with DeKalb County at the same time. I never understood why this crime was never solved. I always found it unbelievable that a fellow officer’s murder was not investigated more.

Steve Merka
Fellow DKPD Officer

January 14, 2024

Think of you, Donna and your mother often. It's heartbreaking for them and everyone who knew you that, all these years later, your murder is still unsolved. Rest easy, David.

A Friend

July 7, 2023

To my brother, Officer W. David Corn - Hard to believe that today you’ve been gone 51 years. Even harder to believe that your case still remains the only unsolved murder of a DKPD police officer…gone but not forgotten…RIP.

Donna Neill
Sister

February 1, 2023

Officer Corn,
Sir, as a fellow former Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC in Vietnam. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 15, 2022

I believe your referring to Butch Smith whose father was Capt Smith maybe. I was there working in CID as clerk and 400 radio operator.
The case is still unsolved.

Carolyn Hunter

February 2, 2022

I was a Dekalb Police Officer when the David Corn was murdered. I remember thinking that the perpetrator who killed Officer Corn would have to be a cold blooded individual with no remorse whatsoever. I agree with Pamela Golder who provided the lead in this case. I too would like to hear if any follow up occurred and what, if anything, resulted from this lead. Thank you for any info you could reveal as I am, like you, very interested in this murder of a police officer colleague of mine. I was a young trainee when this happened, being trained by a officer whose first name was "Butch". Butch was a long time member of the department. I can't remember his last name, however his father retired as a Captain.

richard w callahan, Dekalb badge 335
retired, Monroe County Sheriff's office, Monroe County Florida

August 10, 2021

I was thinking about a Dekalb County officer I knew when I was 20 years old and had gone out with just a couple of times. He was friends with Officer David Corn being about the same age and joining the force at the same time. Then I remember when this happened and he was so traumatized he quit the force, as far as I can remember. And I never heard from him again. But I always remembered Officer David Corn's name. So by some mere coincidence I googled his name and saw this page wondering if the murder was ever solved. Much to my shock and disbelief I see someone I know from afar has posted a statement claiming to know something. That person was only 2 years old at the time of Officer Corn's death. Therefore an adult would have had to have known something and planted it into her head. That adult is still alive and well. The person she is speaking of whom she claims might have been involved is already serving 2 life sentences with no parole for another murder so I'm sure he is not going anywhere. As back then in 1971-72 there were not too many people who could be capable of such evil acts with no remorse whatsoever. But this person she is speaking of is the total exception. And had already just commited 2 other murders at this time. I see she left this message in 2013. I hope someone acted on it and followed up. Please feel free to contact me also.

Pamela Golder

September 11, 2020

My mother, Patricia Jackson, was the fiance of David at the time of his murder. They lived together and were planning their wedding. My mother always spoke of him as her soulmate and cried over her loss my whole life. She took me to the location of the murder when I was a child because it was such a significant time in her life. She told me how David would have made the most amazing father. How tragic that it didn't work out.

I'm now 38 years old and my mother passed away a few years ago. I just recently found a small envelope that I knew nothing about while going through my mother's pictures. It contains several newspaper clippings about the murder and investigation, a couple pictures from the funeral, and David's dog tags from the Vietnam War. The dog tags are on a chain with his original military can opener and a few coins from Singapore and Vietnam that he attached to the necklace. This was an amazing find and shows just how much my mother was in love with this man. I would like to give the envelope back to the family - perhaps his sister Donna. Email me and we'll go from there.

My deepest respect and gratitude goes to this man for his sacrifice. Although he lost his life before I was born, I carry on his memory through the stories my mother left with me.

Billy Greenfield

Billy Greenfield
Son of David's fiance at the time of his murder

April 5, 2020

It's now been 45 years. It seems that folks that get near this case die prematurely. The last person to look at it died a year ago while actively looking at the case.

THIS CASE NEEDS TO BE SOLVED REGARDLESS OF WHO IT HURTS OR BRINGS DOWN.

We still have the watch for you until this is solved

CITIZEN POLL
RETIRED

February 1, 2017

This case needs to be re-opened and investigated. I think you will not have to look far. RIP Officer Corn #644, we continue to have the watch for you for the last 43 years.

CITIZEN POLL
RETIRED

February 2, 2015

Rest in peace and Olav Hashalom Officer Corn. Your valor was appreciated.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 30, 2015

Officer William David Corn has been been linked to my soul, along with Matthew Golder-(died December 27, 1971) and Nancy Tegeder-(died September 9, 1971) for 42 years. I spent nearly thirty years fighting for justice for all three but I was only able to find it for Matthew. There is a connection between them all!

I am sorry for the pain and the unanswered questions that Officer Corn's family still has.

I was only two years old when Officer William David Corn was killed, I never knew him but I have always loved him and always will.

Tracy Golder
Someone Who Knows

December 5, 2013

Officer William David Corn has been been linked to my soul, along with Matthew Golder-(died December 27, 1971) and Nancy Tegeder-(died September 9, 1971) for 42 years. I spent nearly thirty years fighting for justice for all three but I was only able to find it for Matthew. There is a connection between them all, that is the man who took each of their lives!

I am sorry for the pain and the unanswered questions that Officer Corn's family still has. If LT. Hewell or any of his family ever want to talk to me please feel free to contact me.

I was only two years old when Officer William David Corn was killed, I never knew him but I have always loved him and always will.

Tracy Golder
Someone Who Knows

December 5, 2013

Rest in Peace, Officer Corn. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

March 25, 2012

Rest in peace fellow officer, and God knows and sees all things. SMPD

Ofcr J. Ventriere
South Miami PD

February 2, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 40th 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 am saddened and angered that there has never been an arrest in your murder. My heart aches for your sister today for there has been no closure, no justice for your family. I thank your sister for sharing her devotion to you and she is in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 1, 2012

The light of truth will shine !

James (Keith) Gaston
long-time friend

February 1, 2012

40 years since my brother was killed and still no justice...no closure...

Donna Neill
Sister

January 31, 2012

David Corn was my cousin, He inspired me to be a Dekalb County officer, I later work for Clarkston police and in the end Powder Springs. I was 1o years old when David was killed. He was over at my father's, a couple nights before he was kill, we played pool. He also was a USMC in Vietnam, for two tours. I work the streets,CID and SWAT. Alot of cops spoke in front of me, while I was at Dekalb, mostly about how corrupt things were. Wiz Miller, was my FTO officer when I was a rookie. Billy O'Brien, Tom Stewart I believe are good men. I was fortunate enought to bring closure to family members on Homicides I worked. I would just like to say to them, please work this case, if you work it, you,ll solve it and bring closure to my cosin Donna Neil and her family. For me, I would love to find out who did it. I wish David was around to talk shop with me.

Det. Lt. Hewell (ret.)
Cousin

January 22, 2011

No matter how many years pass, I know the lack of answers still causes pain. Love to you my friend, big hugs.

Rose Lay
Family friend

December 31, 2010

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones on this day. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 1, 2010

Jan 31, 2008

Catherine and I will be thinking of you tomorrow, Donna. Another writer said it best. God saw it all and will act as jury and judge on the final day.

Here's wishing you and Ken the very best.

God bless,
Steve & Catherine

January 31, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE.

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NHVV

January 28, 2008

RIP Officer Corn. Justice will be served eventually. You are not forgotten. God sees all and is the ultimate Judge and Juror. May God watch over all your fellow DKPD officers that have paid the ultimate price to keep us safe as well as Police men and women everywhere.

January 17, 2008