Wildlife Manager Allen Roe Severson, Arizona Department of Game and Fish, Arizona

Wildlife Manager Allen Roe Severson

Arizona Department of Game and Fish, Arizona

End of Watch Thursday, February 7, 1980

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Allen Roe Severson

Wildlife Manager Allen Severson was killed in a helicopter accident while conducting a wildlife survey in Alpine, Arizona.

The Bell 47G3B1 helicopter he was riding in struck power lines and crashed.

On September 18th, 1982, the Arizona Department of Game and Fish dedicated the Allen Severson Memorial Wildlife Area at Pintail Lake.

Wildlife Manager Severson had served with the Arizona Department of Game and Fish for over 11 years.

Bio

Age 34
Tour 11 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident

helicopter crash

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Allen,
On today, the 45th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Arizona. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 7, 2025