HONORING OUR HEROES
Fallen Officers
Fallen Heroes
Officer Gudgell, 33, was born February 6, 1883, in Sheffield, Illinois. He served with the Milwaukee Police Department for nearly six years, having been appointed on November 1, 1910. He was married at the time of his death.
Although Patrolman Gauer had been in the department for just two years, his efficiency as an officer brought commendation from headquarters, and it was stated that he was considered one of the most promising of the younger patrolmen.
Born in Milwaukee on February 5, 1858, Patrolman Flieth was 51 years old. He served with the Milwaukee Police Department for over 21 years, having been appointed on October 1, 1886. He was survived by his wife, a son, and five daughters.
Patrolman Johnson was 35 years old and had served with the Milwaukee Police Department for four years. He left behind a wife and daughter.
Officer Kassow was born on August 2, 1864, and was appointed to the Milwaukee Police Department on March 1, 1890. He left behind a pregnant wife and two young children.
Roundsman Piszczek became a member of the Milwaukee police force in 1876. He was a night patrolman, was then assigned to day duty, and then became a station keeper on the South Side. Eight months before his death, he was promoted to Roundsman. He was known as a hard-working, efficient officer and a gentleman on and off duty. He was 33 years old and had a wife and five children.