U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
Vinton Margretz
1925
Vinton Jerry Margretz served the U.S. Marine Corps.
How He Died
Manner
Accident
Cause
Multiple traumatic injuries
What Happened
Patrolman Vinton Margretz was killed in a motorcycle crash on Reber Avenue, near Marsh Street, while responding to a call. He was thrown from the motorcycle and sustained serious injuries. He was transported to Presbyterian Hospital, where he died approximately one hour later. Patrolman Margretz was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War I. He had served with the Waterloo Police Department for a total of about 2 years on two separate occasions.
Survivors
He was survived by his wife.
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
Also Served
Waterloo Police Department
Patrolman
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