U.S. Air Force · United States 
Thomas Rowry
1979
Thomas Rowry Jr. served the U.S. Air Force for 4 years. Thomas served in the Vietnam War and the Cold War.
How He Died
Manner
Homicide
Cause
Gunshot wound
Mechanism
Firearm
What Happened
Patrolman Thomas Rowry was shot and killed by a drunk driving suspect inside the Union Point City Hall. The man overpowered another officer who was locking him up and gained control of his weapon. The subject then shot both officers, killing Patrolman Rowry. The man then stole a patrol car that was parked in front of city hall during his escape. The man was arrested and sentenced to death for the murder. However, he received a second trial where he was found not guilty of murder but guilty of vehicle theft for stealing the patrol car.
Survivors
Patrolman Rowry was survived by his wife and small child.
Service Record
U.S. Air Force
1971 – 1976
Conflicts
Vietnam War
Cold War
Also Served
Union Point Police Department
Patrolman
In Our Keeping
Permanent identifier
neuraspine_01krbxtpqah7wcvgwym131f8jh
Record added
August 2, 2026
neuraweb.nw
Stewarded by
neuraweb.nw
Last updated
August 2, 2026
This page is permanent and free. No fee to view it, no advertising, no tracking, and no account required. It will not be taken down.
Are you family? This record can be claimed and maintained by those who knew Thomas. Claim this record.
Be the first to honor Thomas.
Leave a Tribute