Game Warden Lon W. Boring, Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Game Warden Lon W. Boring

Ohio Department of Natural Resources - Division of Wildlife, Ohio

End of Watch Monday, December 25, 1950

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Lon W. Boring

Game Warden Lon Boring was struck and killed by a vehicle on Route 164 near Gavers, Ohio, on Christmas Day.

He was investigating a hunting violation after receiving a complaint from a farmer. He had parked on the opposite side of the road from the hunters and was walking across Route 164 when he was struck by another car. He was transported to Salem City Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Game Warden Boring had served with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources - Division of Wildlife for 24 years. He was survived by his wife, four sons, three daughters, and father.w

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Age 61
Tour 24 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Struck by vehicle

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Game Warden Boring,
On today, the 75th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Ohio. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 26, 2025