Covington Badge
Badge similar to that likely worn by Patrolman Ronnebaum



Patrolman Donald Ronnebaum

Badge:  47
Served:  11 years
1957 to July 26, 1968

Patrolman Ronnebaum was struck and killed by a tractor trailer on Interstate 75 near Jefferson Avenue on July 26, 1968, while he directed traffic around a motor vehicle crash. 

He was survived by his wife and four children. 

Patrolman Ronnebaum’s Badge No. 47 was retired on May 9, 1998.

If you have further information, artifacts, or pictures of this officer, please contact the Museum Director at Director@GCPHS.com.