Fallen Trooper

Trooper Aaron Beesley passed away on the job, doing what he loved most.  Helping others.

It has been a hard week in the Powell home.  This death hit to close to home.  Nate called to tell me what had happened and that it wasn't a shooting.

Nate had just met this Trooper less than a month ago.  He spent a good part of the day, talking with him about his job and working on the helicopter.  He had 3 young boys and was younger than Nate.

Nate was able to go and participate in the funeral in the Motor's Squad.  It always gets me, the support that the families get from all the Troopers.  The thing that I picture is all those officers saluting and honoring this Trooper.


There will be an other empty chair added to the table at next years banquet.  Another empty glass.  Another empty plate.  Another family missing the most important member.


May God be with you and your family.  Always.