Staff gathered at the California Institution for Men (CIM) in Chino for the 21st annual Remembrance Memorial honoring Correctional Officer Manuel Gonzalez. The Jan. 9 ceremony also honored all CIM employees who have fallen in the line of duty.
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The ceremony stood as a solemn tribute to lives dedicated to service, courage, and duty.
Names were remembered with reverence, reflecting a legacy of sacrifice that continues to shape the institution’s values and purpose. Officer Gonzalez’s service remains a lasting symbol of commitment and professionalism within the CIM community.
Now in its 21st year, the Remembrance Memorial remains a powerful tradition.
Officer Gonzalez was killed in the line of duty at CIM on Jan. 10, 2005.
This year’s event was held in the memorial gardens in front of Facility D. The memorial ensures CIM’s fallen are never forgotten and their legacy lives on through continued service, unity, and honor.
Story by Lt. Ignacio Vera
Photos and video by Ryan Herrera, TV Specialist
In photos: CIM 21st Remembrance Memorial
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