Illinois State Police, Illinois
End of Watch Saturday, December 5, 1931
Add to My HeroesKenneth Lewis Church
Trooper Kenneth Church was killed in a motorcycle accident on Route 2 near Dixon, Illinois.
He was returning from a funeral escort in Amboy, Illinois, when his vehicle was struck head-on by another vehicle.
Trooper Church was a U.S Army veteran of WWI and had served with the Illinois State Police for seven years. He is survived by his wife and one child.
Bio
- Age 36
- Tour 7 years
- Badge Not available
- Military Veteran
Incident Details
- Cause Motorcycle crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 12 ReflectionsGod bless you Trooper Church. And God bless your family and especially your son..You are in our hearts and minds. Thank you for your service in WW l. 89 years ago is a long time but no matter how long it is you’re still remembered and still honored. Semper Fi.
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