Amber Dronet, a retired correctional officer, passed away March 20, 2024. She worked for the department for nearly a decade, retiring in 2012.
She began her CDCR career in September 2003 as a cadet at the Basic Correctional Officer Academy.
After graduating, she was assigned to California State Prison, Los Angeles County, in Lancaster.
In September 2010, Dronet transferred to Holton Conservation Camp #16 as a correctional officer, where she remained until retiring in August 2012.
“Amber will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Amber is survived by her husband, two children, two siblings, and her mother. We extend our most sincere condolences to the Dronet family, loved ones and friends,” according to a statement issued by Sierra Conservation Center. “At this profound time of mourning, the Dronet Family has asked for privacy. Please keep the Dronet Family in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.”
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