2nd Bi-Annual 2021 E-Newsletter
2nd Bi-Annual 2021 E-Newsletter
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JEFFERSON DAVIS PARISH SHERIFF'S OFFICE JULY - DECEMBER 2022 6-MONTH NEWSLETTER |
During the 2021 year, the Jefferson Davis Parish Sheriff's Office (JDPSO) participated in several community projects, while serving the citizens of JDP.
In the shadow of 2020 Covid-19 precautions and mandates that limited and canceled many community programs, events and functions, the agency has been eager to continue many of their regular activities, training and events, as well as participating in many public functions.
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Remembering Winston This year brought about several memorial services, events and ceremonies honoring our fallen brother, Claude Winston Guillory, 63, who died in August of 2020 due to complications from COVID-19. These memorial events included a visit from the Beyond the Call of Duty End of Watch Memorial Motorcycle Ride, an unexpected gift, the addition of Guillory's name to the local Police Memorial Park Wall, the Medal of Honor Ceremony and the National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Ceremony in our Nation's Capital. This last year has felt like a lifetime without our brother, father, grandfather, husband and friend. |
Beyond the Call of Duty, End of Watch Memorial Ride - In July of 2021, The Beyond the Call of Duty, End of Watch Ride is a law enforcement memorial motorcycle ride that tours across America, visiting every agency that lost an officer in the line of duty. The over 17,000 mile ride also includes a trailer featuring the photo of every man and woman who paid the ultimate price to serve and protect their communities during that year. Members and participants of the ride also honor the family members of the fallen who are left behind to pick up the pieces following the loss of their loved ones.
The 84-day ride began on May 28, in Yakima, Washington and will end August 18, in Spokan Valley, Washington. It included other Louisiana stops in Baton Rouge, Church Point, New Orleans and Pear River. Six escort motorcycles, as well as two trucks pulling trailers filled with pictures of 328 fallen officers honored for this year, were the heart of the ride.
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Pictured above, from L to R - Corrections Deputy Brennon Bertrand (Guillory's grandson), Patrol Deputies Thomas Gatte, Naquan Senegal, Derrick Miller and Ferrell LeBlanc. |
Below: Sandra Guillory honoring the memory of her husband. |
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Pictured here are Guillory's family members in attendance of the Call of Duty Ride to Remember. |
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Attendance signed a banner filled with memorial messages. |
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Fallen Blue Quilts by Donna Marsinick of Vermilion, Ohio Donna Marsinick is the mother of a police officer and her goal is to "patch the hearts of families that have lost a loved one who walked the Thin Blue Line." This year, she made and sent a memorial pillow in honor of Guillory to our office for his widow, Sandra. For more information, visit fallenbluequilts@gmail.com. |
Mrs. Sandra Guillory holding the surprise pillow mailed to her to the JDSO Main Office. |
Police Memorial Park Wall - August of 2021 marks the one year anniversary of Guillory's death. To honor his memory, members of the Jennings Police Department joined our agency in a memorial service adding Guillory's name to the stone in Police Memorial Park. The ceremony was held in the park, directly across the street from the Jennings Police Department (JPD), and was in attendance by several family members, as well as members of our agency and JPD.
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Members of JDSO, JPD and Jennings Fire Department (JFD), along with Guillory's family members attended the memorial service. |
Sheriff Ivy Woods spoke during the service |
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Mrs. Winston Guillory (Sandra) spoke to attendants and thanked everyone for their support |
JPD Officer Josh Clement and JDSO Deputy Robert Lane unveil the memorial stone now featuring Deputy Guillory's name. |
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The Guillory family around the memorial stone Police Memorial Park. |
Law enforcement officers with JDSO and JPD who worked with Guillory. |
The Twenty-First Medal of Honor Ceremony
In recognition of Louisiana's Law Enforcement Heroes of 2019 and 2020
Held on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at the Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, La.
Deputy Guillory was recognized during this ceremony honoring law enforcement officers lost in the line of duty during 2019 and 2020.
Legislation was enacted in 1997 establishing the Medal of Honor Program to honor Louisiana law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. The Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement (LCLE) honors the officer's supreme sacrifice on the part of a grateful state in the hope that their memories will live on forever in our hearts. Since its inception, 112 Louisiana LEOs have been awarded the Medal of Honor after losing their lives in the line of duty.
ABOVE: The Guillory Family is presented with a plaque and Louisiana Flag in honor of Deputy Guillory.
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Sandra Guillory and JPD Sgt. Joshua Clement |
Sandra Guillory and JDSO Secretary Aubrey Broussard |
Pictured here (L to R) are Faith Guillory, Sandra Guillory, Claude Guillory and Melanie Guillory
Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Ceremony in Washington
Sheriff Ivy Woods joined Guillory's widow, Sandra, as well as the Guillory family, at the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Ceremony held in Washington, DC. During the ceremony, Deputy Guillory was one of hundreds of other law enforcement officers recognized, who lost their lives while serving in the line of duty up until the 2021 year.
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Rocky's Big Bust While conducting a traffic stop, Patrol Deputy Christopher LaFleur and his K-9 Rocky uncovered a large cache of cash and illegal drugs. Deputy LaFleur's discovery, ultimately aided JDSO Deputies to the arrest of three individuals and the seizure of pills and marijuana, as well as $409,915 recovered from the incident. JDP District Attorney Elliot Cassidy immediately began procedures to get the seized money into court to legally forfeit it to the parish.
Thank you and great job, Deputy LaFleur and K-9 Rocky! |
National Night Out
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For the fifth year in a row, the Lake Arthur Police Department hosted the Annual National Night Out. National Night Out began in 1984 in an effort to build a strong relationship with the local first responders and members of the community. It began simply with neighbors turning on their porch lights and sitting in front of their homes. The first National Night Out involved 2.5 million residents across 400 communiti8es in 23 states. Deputies with JDSO participated in the annual community event along with several other local agencies, including the LAPD, the Lake Arthur Fire Department, Louisiana State Police Troop D, Acadian Ambulance and Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries. For more information on the Annual National Night Out, visit www.natw.org. |
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An LAPD Officer points out life saving equipment to his son. |
Refreshments were donated by local supporters. |
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An agent with Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries lifts a child onto the seat of the agency's air boat. |
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A firefighter with the LAFD puts a fire helmet on a young boy. |
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JDSO D.A.R.E. Officer Gale Richard assisted children with goggles that simulated the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. Participants attempted to shoot a basketball into a hoop, as well as performing simple movements, while wearing the goggles to understand how the influence of drugs and alcohol impair the body's ability to function.
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Armentor's Retirement
Sheriff Ivy Woods presented Deputy Tyrone Armentor with a watch upon his retirement. Armentor has served the Jeff Davis Parish Sheriff's Office for almost 12 years and as one of the Jeff Davis Parish Courthouse Security Officers for 8 years. Prior to that time, he also served in the transport division. Prior to his service to the agency, Armentor had retired from Louisiana Farm Bureau. He said he plans to enjoy his retirement years traveling and spending time with his wife and family. Congratulations Dy. Armentor on your much deserved retirement! |
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Parish Christmas Parades |
Wearing Santa hats and their "ugly Christmas sweaters," members of JDSO decked the agency deuce and a half cargo truck in Christmas decorations and blue Christmas lights. It was ridden in the Jennings and Lake Arthur Christmas parades. |
Deputies participate in Shop with a Cop
JDPSO Deputies are invited to participate in a private Shop with a Cop Program. The program was begun by Louisiana State Trooper Scott O'Connell in collaboration with a private local donor. Troopers of Troop D, along with members of Welsh, Elton, Fenton and Iowa law enforcement agencies, helped local families shop for Christmas gifts at the Jennings Walmart.