U.S. Army · United States 
David Nicholas Ronk
1987
David Nicholas Ronk served the U.S. Army for 3 years. David served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Officer David Ronk was shot and killed while attempting to serve a temporary protective order at a home at 87-636 Farrington Highway. He located the man hiding inside of a closet in the home. A struggle ensued during which the man was gained control of Officer Ronk's service weapon and fatally shot him. The 19-year-old man was apprehended and sentenced to life without parole.
Survivors
Officer Ronk was survived by his wife.
Service Record
U.S. Army
1961 – 1964
Conflicts
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Honolulu Police Department
Officer
In Our Keeping
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Record added
August 2, 2026
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