Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin
End of Watch Friday, May 1, 1981
Add to My HeroesJohn Valentine Trandel
Deputy Trandel suffered a fatal heart attack while struggling with a juvenile suspect at the Children's Court Center.
Deputy Trandel was survived by his wife, daughter, and two sons.
Bio
- Age 46
- Tour Not available
- Badge 210
Incident Details
- Cause Heart attack
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsDeputy Sheriff Trandel,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Milwaukee County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
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