Ernest Ray Felio served in the U.S. Navy for 3 years and 10 months. Ernest served during the years of the Korean War and the Cold War.
Officer Ernest Felio was shot and killed after making a traffic stop in Smith River. A witness testified he heard a brief conversation between Officer Felio and the suspect before hearing gunshots. The suspect shot Officer Felio twice and then took his service revolver. The suspect was later apprehended and sentenced to death. He committed suicide in jail by hanging himself in his cell. Officer Felio had served with the California Highway Patrol for 18 years.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Officer Felio gave the California Highway Patrol 18 years.
Thank you for your service to the people of California. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Officer Felio.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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