~ IN MEMORIAM ~

Alvin Thimmesch

The KPOA is sad to announce the death of Al Thimmesch who passed away September 16, 2026.

Al served as the Secretary-Treasurer for the KPOA for 35 years, from 1984-2019. He retired as a Deputy Chief from the Wichita Police Department in 1988 and devoted his time afterwards to the ongoing maintenance and viability of the KPOA until his retirement in 2019. His commitment and dedication was an asset to the ongoing success of our association. Today, we honor his memory and service to his community and to our association.

Al’s funeral will be next Thursday 9/24 at 10:30am at the Church of the Holy Spirit, 18218 W US 54 Hwy, Goddard KS. Rosary will be held on Wednesday at 7:00 at the church.

Al's family is in our prayers during this difficult time. Godspeed Al. You will be missed.

TELEPHONE DONATION SOLICITATION SCAM

The KPOA IS NOT and DOES NOT conduct telephone solicitations for donations to our association. We have been notified that Kansas residents are receiving such phone calls.  If you receive a phone call from someone claiming to be with the Kansas Peace Officers Association asking for a financial donation, hang up.

If you wish to donate to the KPOA, you can do so at https://kpoa.org/donate.