Alaska State Troopers, Alaska
End of Watch Saturday, May 19, 1984
Reflections for Trooper Troy Lynn Duncan
I got to know Troy's widow after his passing. I tried to be a help and a friend. I hope and pray they are all doing well wherever they are.
God bless you and RIP Troy - till we all meet again.
Anonymous
April 4, 2013
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
April 3, 2013
Rest in peace brother. Semper Fidelis.
Deputy T.B. Dorsey
Pitt County (NC) Sheriffs Office
March 14, 2013
My daughters father was Silka's 1st known victim, and because of your sacrifice & bravery, his last. We will never forget you, and know that your family's loss echoes ours...thank you, and God Bless!
Patricia (Culp) Cuny
February 10, 2013
I was very sad when I heard Troy was killed by the mad man Silka
When they investigated people missing in Manley Hot Springs. Troy worked for Judicial Services back when I worked for the Trial Courts.
He would come to the Clerk's Office often so we got to know him. Great guy, always positive kind carried a big smile. I trust God has him close to him just because of who he was.
Linda Yeager
Alaska Trial Courts
January 16, 2013
A great Trooper and friend who I miss to this day. Trooper Duncan sincerly loved serving the people of the Great State of Alaska. I will never forget the pain I felt when Fairbanks AST Dispatch called me at home regarding the loss of Trooper Duncan. Delivering his eulogy was a tremendous honor and at the same time the most difficult task I have ever faced. I will always hold his service and heroism up as an example for others to emulate. Rest in peace Dear Friend!
Carl W. Swanson FSgt/Rtrd
Alaska State Troopers
January 2, 2013
Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.
Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO
November 13, 2012
Brother
Dave Hamilton and I raised a glass of good whisky in your memory on the 19th. We miss you every day.
Warriors die. I'll see you again.
LT Jeff Hall (ret)
Alaska State Troopers/S.E.R.T.
May 22, 2012
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer. He was also a fellow Marine Captain, thus I thank you for your service to our country in the Corps and bid you semper fi.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.
Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
May 19, 2012
Like Bob Foley, USMC, retired, (see above) I, too, was in Captain Duncan's Platoon @ The Basic School. I heard some years later that he had been killed in Alaska but, did not know the circumstances. A fine Marine and, a caring leader. Very obviously a courageous one as well.
Colonel John Harvey, USMC (retired)
March 23, 2012
I pray that your sacrifice will in turn care for and protect your family. I know they must miss, love and remember your loss more than any of us could understand. My prayers go out to them and to your partner. I know your loss has saved many others and I thank God for that too. Bless you, your family and your fellow officers. Blessed Be
S. Wagner
February 27, 2012
I remember the case well, I have seen it on several TV episodes on the history channel. Honoring fallen Hero's and a hero you were Sir. RIP now.
James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 18, 2012
Troy Lynn Duncan is a American hero. He is a direct descendant of John Rolfe and Pocahontas.
Vasili
August 5, 2011
just saw your story on history channel. thank you and your family for your sacrifice.
tom noga
cleveland, ohio
December 29, 2010
Your story was just on the History Channel. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Deputy- retired
ACSO- CA
December 29, 2010
Your service to your country as well as to the great state of Alaska is very commendable. My son just joined LAPD (2010)and my Daughter is with CBP as a Federal Officer (2009). Along with myself (CHP/Susanville PD) and both my son and daughter I say thank you for your service. God Bless you and your family...
Semper Fi Marine....
STO W.M.Becze #7185
California Highway Patrol/Susanville PD
September 3, 2010
GOD BLESS TROOPER DUNCAN ! YOUR LOYALTY TO OUR CHOSEN PROFESSION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT IS VERY NOBLE.
SINCERELY,
JON LOWDER OF MONROE, NC
CORPORAL/ UNION COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE
MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA
CPL. JON LOWDER OF MONROE, NC
UNION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
October 30, 2009
A true Alaskan hero. Semper Fi, Troy.
Vasili
May 1, 2009
Sir, I remain indignant that the coward who murdered you is buried in a National Cemetery in Sitka AK, next door to the Trooper Academy! That is an absolute affront to all AK officers and to US military veterans.
I am going to ask our Congressional reps to see if some law can be passed to correct this injustice.
Thank you for your brave service to the USMC and to the State of AK. RIP Sir and Semper Fi!
Chief JA Millan
Galena AK PD
April 10, 2009
Troy and I were working in Warrants in Fairbanks and he and I had just finished looking for someone when the call out came. I was driving and Troy asked to be dropped off at Detachment HQ. I dropped him off and that was the last time I saw him. Of the troopers who worked warrants during that time frame with Troy, I was the only one who made it to retirement. One trooper quit shortly after and another quit several years later. May God bless Trooper Duncan and his family,
Trooper Gary Cook
Alaska State Troopers
June 21, 2008
Devil Dawg:
How ironic that while sitting here at Southeast, talking with several cops from various L.A. County agencies all Marines), I should come across Your memorial.
May Your Soul Rest - In - Peace.
Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD
May 19, 2008
Troy,
You are gone but not forgotten and are always in our thoughts and prayers.
We will never forget you and your sacrifice.
Dave
Sergeant David Jones
Alaska State Troopers
May 9, 2008
TROOPER DUNCAN, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE, A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.
January 17, 2008
"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
July 25, 2007
Rest in Peace, Trooper Duncan. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
November 2, 2006
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