John Jack Montabana

Died November 2, 1974

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1 war 1 assignment

John Jack Montabana served in the U.S. Navy for 2 months. John served in World War II.

How He Died

Manner Accident

Cause Multiple traumatic injuries

What Happened

Special Police Officer John Montabana succumbed to injuries sustained the previous day when he was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic on Route 8 at the entrance to Trumbull Industrial Park. Officer Montabana had served with the Trumbull Police Department for 2 years.

Survivors

He is survived by his wife, son, brother, and two sisters.

Media

Branch

U.S. Navy · 1943

War

World War II

Service Record

U.S. Navy

1943 – 1943

Conflicts

World War II

Also Served

Trumbull Police Department

Special Police Officer

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Memorials

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 40-W · Line 2 cut as JOHN J MONTABANA

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In tribute

I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.

Special Police Officer Montabana gave the Trumbull Police Department 2 years.

Thank you for your service to the Trumbull community. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, Special Police Officer Montabana.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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