In Memoriam
We stand together and pay our respects to our fellow officers and their loved ones. Please take a moment to remember those who have served with us and their families.
In Memoriam: Chief Edward “Ned” Michael Merrick, Jr. (Ret.)
Former Plainville Police Chief, Edward "Ned" Michael Merrick, Jr. 72, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018 at his home in Plainville, MA after a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of Donna Marie (Leone) Merrick, with whom this year he would have...
read moreIn Memoriam: Chief John J Finnegan, Beverly & Barnstable Police Department
Obituary for John J. Finnegan Salem - John J. Finnegan, 71, former Chief of Police in Beverly and Barnstable, died unexpectedly Sunday morning, Oct. 29, at his home in Salem. He was the beloved husband of Pamela A. (White) Finnegan and devoted father of Brian Finnegan...
read moreIn Memoriam: Retired Chief George Kelly’s Mother, Florida R. Kelley
91, of Pawtucket died on March 2, 2017. She was the wife of the late George L. Kelley Jr. and mother of George L. Kelley III of Pawtucket. Our thoughts are with the family during this time. There will be a Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. Kelley on Monday, March 6th...
read moreIn Memoriam: Chief Armando J. Betro, Retired
The Walpole Police Department regretfully announces the passing of Armando Betro. On January 31, 1992, Armando J. Betro retired after 18 years as Chief of Police. Armando was sworn in as a Patrolman in 1949. He was promoted to Sergeant in 1961 and Lieutenant in 1968....
read moreIn Memoriam: Chief Richard Johanson, Retired
Lincoln – Chief Richard H. Johanson, LPD (ret.), died Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Georgie (Brown) Johanson and the late Janice (Levein) Johanson. After graduating from Woonsocket High School in 1949,...
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