Michael David Avila served in the U.S. Army for 2 years and 11 months. Michael served during the years of the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
Patrolman Michael Avila was shot and killed when he and his partner responded to a bar to investigate reports of two men with guns. As they were trying to disarm one of the suspects, Patrolman Avila was shot by the second suspect. Patrolman Avila's partner, who was also shot and wounded, returned fire killing the shooter. Patrolman Avila had served with the Parlier Police Department for eight years.
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In tribute
I never knew you. I am standing here anyway.
Patrolman Avila gave the Parlier Police Department 8 years.
Thank you for your service to the Parlier community. Gone but never to be forgotten.
Rest easy, Patrolman Avila.
— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993
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