Richard G. Woods served in the U.S. Navy for 1 year and 11 months. Richard served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Officer Richard Woods was killed in a motorcycle accident while en route to a court hearing.
He was attempting to switch lanes on the freeway when traffic suddenly stopped, causing him to strike the rear of a panel truck.
Officer Woods had been employed with the California Highway Patrol for three years.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Officer Woods gave the California Highway Patrol 3 years.
Thank you for your service to the people of California. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Officer Woods.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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