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Donald James DeMeulle

Died July 31, 1986

Donald James DeMeulle served in the U.S. Army for 2 years and 9 months. Donald served during the years of the Cold War.

How He Died
Manner Accident
Cause Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened

Deputy Donald DeMeulle was killed when the helicopter he was riding in crashed into Silverwood Lake. The helicopter became entangled in high-powered power lines and fell into the lake. Deputy DeMeulle sustained severe head injuries and was trapped in the helicopter as it became submerged. The pilot, who suffered a broken back, made several heroic attempts to dive into the water and free Deputy DeMeulle's seatbelt. Deputy DeMeulle had been with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department for seven years.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife and two young children.
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Branch

U.S. Army · 1979 – 1981

War

Service Record
U.S. Army
1979 – 1981
Also Served
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
Deputy Sheriff
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 3-W · Line 8 cut as DONALD J DEMEULLE
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In tribute

I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.

Deputy Sheriff DeMeulle gave the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department 7 years.

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

Rest easy, Deputy Sheriff DeMeulle.

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

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