California Highway Patrol, California
End of Watch Tuesday, February 24, 1981
Add to My HeroesPaul C. Jarske
Officer Paul Jarske was killed in an automobile accident when he lost control of his vehicle in snowy conditions. The car overturned into a creek and caused Officer Jarske to drown.
Bio
- Age 47
- Tour 17 years
- Badge 3493
Incident Details
- Cause Automobile crash
Most Recent Reflection
View all 13 ReflectionsMen before me, have traveled their path and becken Me to follow. Great men lead me to join their path and be of service. I’m grateful for the example given to me by Officer Jarske. I imagine his Heaven sent path to Me now is a reminder to persevere.
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