U.S. Army · United States 
Joseph Portaro
2016
Joseph George Portaro served the U.S. Army.
How He Died
Manner
Natural
Cause
Myocardial infarction (heart attack)
What Happened
First Sergeant Joseph Portaro suffered a medical emergency while participating in a physical fitness run near the West Virginia State Police Academy, where he served as the Deputy Director of Training.
He was transported to Thomas Memorial Hospital where he passed away.
Sergeant Portaro was a veteran of the West Virginia Army National Guard and had served with the West Virginia State Police for 17 years.
He was transported to Thomas Memorial Hospital where he passed away.
Sergeant Portaro was a veteran of the West Virginia Army National Guard and had served with the West Virginia State Police for 17 years.
Survivors
He is survived by his wife and three children.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Also Served
West Virginia State Police
First Sergeant
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