Carl Koontz Obituary News: In loving memory of Howard County Deputy killed in 2016 while serving a search warrant in Russiaville.
Monday, March 20, 2023 marks seven years since Howard County Deputy Carl Koontz was fatally shot while serving a search warrant in Russiaville.
“7 years ago today, Deputy Carl Koontz paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to his community. Not a day goes by where Carl isn’t remembered or honored by those who are grateful to of called him a brother. As promised, his legacy and work will continue on through us as we move forward in our “new normal,” the Howard County Sheriff’s Office wrote in a statement shared on Facebook.
Every vehicle in our patrol fleet has a decal that reads, “In Honor of 34-76”. This serves not only as a constant reminder to everyone of the sacrifice he made but solidifies our stance that we will NEVER FORGET.
A moment of silence will be observed after reading a passage on the radio at 11:10 AM. This will be broadcasted on HCSO Channel 1 & County All Talk.
Words fall short of expressing our grief for your loss, as we mourn with family and friends for this great loss. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you. Please receive our heartfelt condolences.
Feel free to drop condolences messages and prayers for the family and friends of the deceased as it will go a very long way at this difficult time of theirs.