Silent Key: T. G. Mieure

APCO Life Member and long-time Illinois police and communications officer T. G. Mieure of Waukegan passed away on June 17 at the age of 71.

Mieure was a pillar of Illinois APCO for decades and a respected voice in the international APCO community.

Silent Key: Donna Marie Bird

Longtime APCO member Donna Bird passed away after 48 years of distinguished service to Fairfax County’s Department of Public Safety Communications (DPSC), helping to shape both the foundation and future of 9-1-1 in the county.

Silent Key: Weldon Joe Blair

Weldon Joe Blair, 88, a life and senior member of APCO, passed away January 4.

Joe was a U.S. Army veteran and worked on classified projects for Collins Radio. He also worked at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport. A lifetime member of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), Joe enjoyed meeting and talking to people worldwide as a Ham Radio operator.

Silent Key: Past President Nate McClure

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Nathan Dixon McClure, III, 80, at his Lynchburg, Virginia, home on December 20, 2024. Nate was a Life Member of APCO and joined the association nearly 60 years ago. His contributions covered many years of service to numerous committees, including as APCO’s president from 1978-1979 and […]

Silent Key: Mark Spross

Mark Spross, RPL, CPE and APCO International’s second vice president, passed away last weekend. 

Silent Key: Lysa Renee Baker

Lysa Renee Baker, RPL, CPE, passed away Jan. 26 in Yukon, Oklahoma, at the age of 48. Baker served in public safety for more than 25 years, marked by notable achievements.

Silent Key: Paul Linnée

Paul Linnée, 76, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, has passed away after a life contributing to public safety communications.

Silent Key: Tiffany Nicole Gibbs

Tiffany Nicole Gibbs, assistant communications supervisor, Orange County (North Carolina) Emergency Services, passed away August 22. Gibbs, 40, of Burlington, was a North Carolina APCO member. Gibbs was known for her unwavering dedication and calmness during emergencies. Her commitment to her work saved countless lives and brought comfort to those in distress. Her tireless efforts […]

Silent Key: Richard H. Tuma

APCO member Richard H. Tuma, 76, passed away June 16, at his home in Williams Bay, Wisconsin, after a long career in public safety.