PGPD Retiree's Ass'n Florida Chapter

MEMBERS' WELL BEING

I recently got a request for a Chaplain for a retirees memorial service.
The Retired Association currently does not a have a formal Chaplain (s).
It would be nice to have several Chaplains for the Association so that we may call on them for situations like this, but also to visit some of our Brothers and Sisters that are hospitalized or home recuperating from surgery, injury or illness.
The first request I have is for Sunday, May 21st at the Lodge to conduct the opening prayer for the Memorial Service.
If you are interested in serving as a Chaplain for the Retired Officers Association please let me know. I would like to create an on call list or email list for Chaplains that we could utilize to make notifications and send these types of requests to.
Vice President, Diane Salen
Please take a minute to go to this web site. It could help many of us in an emotional way.
Phil Constantino
www.copline.org
Attention Retirees!
CopLine needs volunteers to work the lines! They have an upcoming training in September in New Jersey (a rare east coast training) Hard but rewarding training- won’t you give it a try?
Any questions, I may be able to help or at least get an answer for you!!
CopLine – http://www.copline.org/ – is a non-profit organization and we are looking for retired police officers who are interested in volunteering with an international hotline for law enforcement officers. We assist police, deputy sheriff, highway patrol officers both active duty and retired as well as their family members in times of need. If callers seek mental health support then we provide them with referrals to vetted professionals.
CopLine is a 24/7/365 hotline that only retired law enforcement officers are allowed to operate and our program is always in need of additional officers who would be willing to assist on the hotline. Our volunteers are from various ranks and agencies from across the country who still maintain a “servant’s heart”.
This is a great opportunity to give back to those still wearing the badge and serving our communities. I cannot think of a more satisfying call to take than one from a fellow officer experiencing difficult moments who oftentimes has no one to turn to. CopLine is confidential hotline and most callers often remain anonymous.
All potential candidates are trained in active listening. The classroom training (40 hours) is at no cost to the volunteers and our lead instructor is a police psychologist from LAPD Behavior Science Services. Our next training will be held at the Monmouth County Prosecutors Office in Monmouth, New Jersey on September 7-11th. Potential volunteers can go to the webpage and click on Volunteer in the upper right hand corner, then click on the LINK to complete a mandatory questionnaire.
If anyone has any interest in seeking volunteer work please reach out via our website at https://www.copline.org/volunteer If anyone has any questions feel free to contact Jim Alvarez (LAPD Retired) at jalvarez@copline.org
THERE ARE MANY OF US OUT THERE WHO ARE AILING WITH A PROBLEM OR TWO AND THAT INCLUDES SOME MEMBERS OF OUR FAMILIES. THEY ARE POSTED HERE AND KEPT FOR A TIME THEN REMOVED, BUT, DO NOT FORGET THEM, WRITE DOWN THEIR NAMES AND NUMBERS AND CONTACT THEM OFTEN TO LET THEM KNOW THEY ARE STILL IN YOUR THOUGHTS.
PLEASE KEEP THEM IN YOUR PRAYERS AND DROP THEM A NOTE/E-MAIL.
I AM SURE THEY WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU.
Brothers and Sisters: The Retired Association has received offers from both active and retired members to assist any member in need of assistance with food or supplies. Don't be shy. Please email or call the Retired Association if you need help or if you know of any member who needs assistance.

MEMBERS DEATHS
It is with deep sorrow that the Retired Association is notified of the death of Brother John Smalley #094. Brother Smalley was our oldest living retiree at 98 years old and passed away early this morning in Wilmington North Carolina. John served the Prince Georges County Police Department from May 16, 1962 until his retirement December 31, 1987, retiring as the OIC Automotive Services. Funeral Arrangements have not been finalized at this time. Once they have been finalized the membership will be notified. Please keep the Smalley family in your thoughts and prayers. Sent on Behalf of Sheriff John D.B. Carr
It is with deep regret, and a heavy heart, that I announce the passing of Corporal Paul Joseph Trainor Jr. ID#593. Corporal Trainor served the Office of the Sheriff for five years, following twenty-three years of service with the Prince George’s County Police Department ID-2216. Most recently, Corporal Trainor was assigned to the agency’s Special Operations and Training Division, where he took extreme pride in his work as an instructor, and helped to revamp our agency’s training program. Corporal Trainor’s twenty-eight years of law enforcement service to Prince George’s County was commendable, and he will be sorely missed.
I ask that you keep Corporal Trainor’s wife and children in your thoughts and prayers, as they will need all the support we can give them for the foreseeable future. I also ask that you take the time to check on one another during this challenging time, as navigating this loss will require the agency’s collective resilience. The Office of the Sheriff’s Peer Support Group has provided exemplary service to Corporal Trainor’s family and agency employees from the start of this incident, and I am incredibly grateful for their assistance.
We will provide you with details on Corporal Trainor’s services when they become available and, I ask again for you to keep his family in your prayers.

DEATHS IN MEMBERS FAMILY
It is with deep sorrow that the Retired Association is notified of the death of Margaret Francingues, wife of Brother Ron Francingues. Margaret passed away earlier today from complications of Alzheimer’Disease. Arangements have not been finalized at this time. Please keep Ron and the entire family in your thoughts and prayers.
The Retired Association has been notified of the arrangements for Margaret Ann Fancingues Visitation: Saturday, April 19, 2025 1:30-3:00pm Prayer Service at 3:00 at Brinsfield Funeral Home 30195 Three Notch Road Charlotte Hall MD 20622 Repast to follow prayer service at Baden Volunteer Fire Department 16608 Brandywine Road, Brandywine MD 20613 It is with very heavy heart I notify the Association of the passing of my nephew Steven Shipp.
He was a District of Columbia firefighter for many years. He fought a long hard two year battle with cancer and fought till his very last breath.
Please keep our family in your prayers.Arrangements will be forthcoming once finalized.
Toni

DEATH'S OF RETIRED CIVILIAN DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES AND FAMILY

ILLNESS AND HOSPITALIZATION

Brothers and Sisters, see the message from Brother Milt Crump regarding Retired Lt Bob Nelson ( ID# 206)
Bob is presently in Baltimore’s Shock Trauma/intensive care, following a severe fall approximately a week ago. He suffered a fracture of the head around the eye and nose area that has resulted in intercranial hemorrhaging. He underwent brain surgery a couple of days ago, and remains in a medically induced coma to facilitate healing.
His condition is very serious, but the medical staff and family has seen some improvements over the last couple of days. Please keep Bob and his family in your prayers for a speedy recovery. The family requests no calls at this time……..Milt Crump

Brothers and Sisters see the message below from George Nader.
Can you please let the association know that Oscar Rodriguez has underwent several surgeries and has a long way to go and at this time he is asking not to receive phone calls although he appreciates the support.
Should anyone have questions or need information on how they can assist I will be in touch with his wife.
Fraternally, Diane Salen

LONG-TERM HOSPITALIZATION and REHAB From Jimmy Stewart: 5-28-20
Hope you are doing well. I successfully contacted KC Brown last week. The 10-40 you gave me is his residence in Accokeek and I spoke with his wife Billy Jean. KC is currently an in-patient care at the Restore Health Rehabilitation Center, 4615 Einstein Pl, White Plains, MD 20695 (240) 448-2000) and they of course don’t allow visitors at this time. He suffered a stroke a few months ago but is in good spirits and recovering.
KC wanted me to give you his cell phone number, and his OK for you to give it out. He’s on: 240 448-2054. He sends his regards and best wishes to everyone. We spent a little while reliving those “...Thrilling days of Yesteryear…” I’ll be checking with him at least weekly and will let you know of anything changes.

7-7-19
Retired Officer Melvin Cheshire is being moved to Bridge Point Long Term Care Hospital at 223 7th St. NE Washington DC Room 2005
Family ask that there be No Phone Calls or Visits at this time.

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