Obituaries

Louis Britz, retired officer, passes away

Correctional Officer Louis Britz wearing his uniform.
Louis Britz

Retired Correctional Officer Louis Britz passed away Jan. 30, 2023. He started his career at the Basic Correctional Officer Academy in January 1993.

After graduation, he reported to Wasco State Prison-Reception Center, where he remained until retiring in October 2012.

“Britz will be greatly missed by all those who knew and worked with him throughout the years. Please keep the Britz family in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time,” according to a statement issued by the institution.


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