John Allen Patwell served in the U.S. Army for 1 year and 11 months. John served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Police Officer John Patwell succumbed to injuries sustained when he struck his head while entering his patrol car. He was entering his patrol car at the corner of East Tremont Avenue and Purdy Street, the Bronx when he struck the right side of his head on the car. Officer Patwell was admitted to St. Francis hospital the following day and died 15 days later from the injury. Officer Patwell had served with the New York City Police Department for 15 years and was assigned to the 43rd Precinct.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Police Officer Patwell gave the New York City Police Department 15 years.
Thank you for your service to the New York community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Police Officer Patwell.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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