Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Why is this public record being published online? CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Robert had some wonderful friendships, and he was very thankful to have these humans in his life: Oscar, Steve, Kam, and John. James Walter Scully, Jr., 78, of Folkston, GA passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. Share Obituary. Scully was . Ron Hutchins, an officer from Trejo's home town of Lompoc, said Trejo was a master at resolving fights and other problems without getting physical. Shirey was convicted of first-degree murder of a peace officer and his accomplices were convicted of being accessories to murder. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Robert Dunbar Scully passed away on 4/28/15 at age 90. "It's just a tragedy.". ''This is really nice. "There was evidence of a mental defense at trial and sentencing, but that doesn't necessarily mean he fits the current definition of 'retarded.' Find an Obituary. Earlier that night, they allegedly shot to death Frank Trejo, a 58-year-old, Sonoma County sheriff's deputy who stopped to question Scully and Moore for, The family said they preferred not to discuss details of what happened, between that 1 a.m. intrusion and when Scully and Moore finally surrendered at, ''We can't talk about it,'' Karen's mother, Yolanda King said. OBITUARY Robert Walter Muethel August 11, 1936 - May 5, 2012. He is survived by his 2-sons; James (Tracy) Scully, III, and Robert (Michelle) Scully, 3-grandchildren; Dusty Scully, Logan Scully, and Amanda Lanton, and a brother; Gene Scully. Ten days later, on January 16, 1862, Deputy Campbell returned to the Baker ranch with a warrant for Bakers arrest for felonious assault on a deputy, as well as the attachment for the horse. You will receive email notifications when changes are made to the online memorial, including when family and friends post to the Guestbook. Wells, Fargo & Co. gave $300 to Constable Criglers widow and another $300 to Samuel Allen for the efforts of the lawmen. Also injured in the 4:30 p.m. crash was helicopter observer Reserve Deputy Gloria Baxter. He had been a constable for just over three years. After a few decades of working for someone else, his lifelong dream of owning his own shop finally came true when he opened Engine Machine Service, LLC, with his friend, Dave. Bob was also an advocate of the oil and gas industry and enjoyed mentoring many young professionals. There weren't enough seats for the 1,400 police officers attending the memorial April 3, 1995, for "the old man" of the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office. The somber crowd laughed when Basurto added, "He was so good, the dealers gave him a discount." Description: Exhibit(s) filed; Notes: In support of petition for writ of habeas corpus (1 Vol. 38-year-old Brenda K. Moore, barged through a side door with guns drawn. Others saluted. A Death Row inmate from Sonoma County is bringing his case back to court 26 years later, arguing he is mentally retarded and therefore exempt from execution. He was born in Kingston, New York on August 16, 1944 to the late James Walter Scully, Sr. and Ida Mae Ellsworth. By continuing to use this website, you agree to UniCourts General Disclaimer, Terms of Service, According to his petition seeking to have his death sentence vacated, Coleman's IQ has been tested several times, including as early as age 13. Find an Obituary. He claimed it was an accident and the gun fired when the younger woman tried to wrestle it away from him. 518-561-3980 Convicted killer Robert Walter Scully Jr. was sentenced to death yesterday for the 1995 shotgun slaying of Sonoma County Deputy Sheriff Frank Trejo. Fernandez was convicted of assault with a deadly weapon against a peace officer (the CHP officer) and sentenced to five years in prison. What happened to John Scully and why was he killed? Finally, one place to get all the court documents we need. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Military Honors and luncheon will be held immediately after the memorial service at the 40 Et 8 Voiture 946 Chateau, 2949 South Waverly Rd., Lansing, MI. threw it in the back of the truck, ran to the patrol car and threw the keys toward the road, and halfway around I fell into a ditch.". He also loved his Citron Yellow MG, and his Yellow Volkswagen Bug! Constable Rasmussen, like Constable Crigler mentioned earlier, was also a deputy sheriff. His shots missed. After being honorably discharged, he joined the United States Army Reserves serving his country for 22 years, retiring as a First Sergeant. He was passionate about his work as a golf course superintendent and landscaper. Grief Support. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. He was the oldest of six children, born to Nathan and Hazel (Dunbar) Scully. The other victim, reached by telephone, declined to comment on Coleman's case. When the two female property owners arrived an hour later, investigators say Coleman shot Patricia Neidig, 54, in the face and neck as she walked in the door. Scully and Moore were casing a tavern next to the closed business, intending on . During opening statements of his capital murder trial yesterday, Robert Walter Scully admitted killing Sonoma County Deputy Sheriff Frank Trejo last year. He was arrested two hours later with jewelry and money belonging to the victims in his pockets. He said other agencies that may have testing records of Coleman's mental function over the years also are being contacted. Scully told the jury he got the drop on Trejo moments after the deputy put his spotlight on the truck. Trejo was remembered as a fine father and loving grandfather and as the kind of cop who used brains rather than brawn, although he had both. Deputy Magly is buried at Santa Rosa Memorial Park. We will remove any comments or commenters that do not follow this commenting policy. ), California Supreme Court | Prisoner | Robert graduated from Catholic Central High School in Troy, N.Y. No off-topic remarks. Hahn-Cook/Street & Draper Funeral Directors and Rose Hill Burial Park, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Robert Rose. Seven other men have been sentenced to death for murders committed in Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake counties since California restored the death penalty in 1978. Failla and Mancebo argued about the dog and then went their separate ways. No services are scheduled at this time. At one point, an airplane was sent to San Francisco to pick up a hand grenade and four tear gas bombs from the San Francisco Police Department. They were also concurrently sworn in as deputy sheriffs so that they would have jurisdiction outside the township area. The three suspects were taken into custody without incident later that same night on Barnett Valley Road just south of Bodega Highway between Freestone and Sebastopol. He was always willing to teach the girls how to do something: drive a car with a stick-shift, drive a snowmobile, drive a boat, clean a fish, play cribbage, play Oh, Hell, he was always teaching someone how to do something, he took pride in the lesson. Case Details Parties Documents Dockets Case Details Case Number: 21-6669 Filing Date: 12/21/2021 Case Status: They were returning from a mission to assist law enforcement officers on the ground in the area of Ludwig Avenue east of Llano Road between Sebastopol and Santa Rosa. "Mr. Coleman is a person who society just forgot, really before he was even born," he said. On August 23, 1975 at approximately 11:45 p.m., Deputy Merrit Deeds stopped to assist what he believed was a stranded motorist parked at the edge of Highway 116 approximately mile east of Highway 1 near Jenner. Robert Scully had been convicted and sentenced to death about two years after he killed Sheriff's Deputy Frank Trejo, 58, about 11:30 p.m. March 29, 1995. Robert "Bob" C. Scully, 60, longtime Edmond resident and President of Beasley Oil Company passed away Thursday, August 7th. Scully, who has an extensive criminal record, including convictions for robbery and grand theft, had been released from Pelican Bay state prison near Crescent City just six days earlier. News researcher Vonnie Matthews contributed to this report. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. "It was a shot literally right between the eyes," said Scoufos, describing the killing. "We're not hopeful, but these are things doctors like to look at if they're available," he said. He shot Constable Crigler in the right side of his body with a .44 caliber Colts navy revolver killing him almost immediately. "I never planned for any of this and did not intend for the deputy to die.". Privacy Policy and Cancellation and Refund Policy, Privacy Policy, and When your purchase is complete, a post will be made on the tribute wall of the deceased signifying the planting of a memorial tree. 3-yearold son, Tyrika, and daughter, Atatiana, only 3 weeks old. Deputies surrounded the house and eventually took all three suspects into custody. A federal judge sent the case back to Sonoma County after Coleman's appeals were given new life by a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 2002 that declared state laws allowing the mentally retarded to be executed unconstitutionally "cruel and unusual punishment.". Sign up for service and obituary updates. He was a truck driver by trade. The two were in the process of planning to rob the bar at the time Trejo encountered them, according to Scoufos. no intent to kill Deputy Trejo. Subscribe Subscribe; e-Edition; Sign In What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Donations in Robert's memory may be made to The North Country Honor Flight. . Robert L. Scully, 91, died peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2010. There may have been others during the early history of our county, but the names and the circumstances have long ago been lost. In partnership with our communities, we commit to provide professional, firm, fair, and compassionate public safety services with integrity and respect. He was born in Troy, N.Y., on May 19, 1943. Sympathy Ideas. In the vehicle were Robert Walter Scully, a recently paroled inmate from Pelican Bay State Prison with an extensive criminal history and also a member of the infamous prison gang, the Aryan Brotherhood. Baker refused to comply with the orders of the deputies to submit to arrest and began to walk away. You can reach Staff Writer Lori A. Carter at 568-5312 or lori.carter@pressdemocrat.com. The three of them, along with their family dog, Skippy, and AmyJos friends, spent many a weekend at Sage Lake, on the speed-boat, tubing, skiing, snowmobiling, playing cribbage, and fishing. Further evaluation shows he has clear mental retardation, he said. He missed his mark and William returned fire, shooting the deputy in the chest. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. Add a Memory. IN THE CARE OF. The suspects, George Boyd, Terry Fitts, and Spanish Charley Valento had recently arrived in Santa Rosa from San Francisco by train. Scully shot Deputy Trejo in the face with the shotgun, killing him instantly. Tragically, he would not be the last. No date for Coleman's execution has been set. We had to suffer too, but for us it's. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. On March 23, 1984, Robert married Jeri Lynne Brown, and became a Bonus-Dad to Jeris daughter, AmyJo. Scoufos alleged that Scully and Moore had planned to rob a Sebastopol restaurant but changed their minds. The deputies were armed this time. Prosecutors are only seeking death for Scully. "This is a guy who has no business being on Death Row," said Michael Charlson, who was appointed as Coleman's appeals lawyer in 1990. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Send Flowers. He and co- defendant Brenda K. Moore, 39, are being charged with murder with special circumstances. I feel really sorry for the wife of, that deputy. Frey put down his revolver but Preus didnt comply. He and. They survived a family's worst nightmare, remaining calm as an armed, intruder and his female accomplice held them hostage for more than 13 hours in, ''We all kept our cool,'' 23-year-old Karen King said Saturday, sitting on, the hood of her car parked in the gated driveway of their house on Lloyd, Avenue in southwest Santa Rosa. Detective Sergeant Edward Francis Wilkinson was killed on April 17, 1977 while piloting the Sonoma County Sheriffs Office helicopter Angel 1. Sergeant Wilkinson was returning to the helicopter hangar at the Sonoma County Airport after searching for a missing nine-year old girl when the helicopter ran out of fuel and crashed into a field on Barnes Road, approximately one-half mile south of River Road. Arrangements are under the direction of Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home, 526 Oakwood Street, Folkston, Georgia 31537. No profanity, hate speech or personal attacks. Failla then retreated to his house on Cherry Street and barricaded himself inside. Sign the Guest Book. Let others know about your loved one's death. . Deputy Attorney General Mark Howell, who is prosecuting Coleman's appellate case, said Coleman's case isn't remarkable in its claims. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Robert Walter Scully, Sr. August 22, 1929 - January 4, 2009 Robert Scully after a courageous battle with cancer passed away and joined our Lord January 4, 2009 at the age of 79. Minutes later, Sonoma County's oldest patrol deputy lay dead from a shotgun blast. He was predeceased by his parents and a step-grandson, Jordan Kelton. "He was a great man," Michael Trejo said. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. James Walter Scully, Jr., 78, of Folkston, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2022. Search by Name. The suspect, Alfredo Gonzalez Fernandez, escaped through a nearby field. Along with other body shops and dealerships, as a teen and young adult, Robert worked at Daves Corvettes, Kitsmiller RV, and Pryor Auto Body. Mike Theos, a cook at a nearby diner, attempted to take the rifle away from Failla, but was shot and killed by Failla. Sheriff James Albert Petray, known as Sunny Jim, was shot and killed on December 5, 1920. And the best part of all, documents in their CrowdSourced Library are FREE! After several hours, Scully and Moore surrendered to deputies. Robert was a member of the Moose Lodge and Knights of Columbus in Plattsburgh. UniCourt uses cookies to improve your online experience, for more information please see our Privacy Policy. The crimes occurred just five days after Coleman, then 22, was paroled from prison after serving 3 years for rape and robbery in his native San Francisco. He was born in Amarillo, TX on November 17, 1953. No profanity, hate speech or personal attacks. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Sympathy Ideas. He had spotted a pickup in the lot of a closed store near Sebastopol and pulled into investigate. They loved their Doughnut Parties with Papa, and they loved when Papa read to them, and they loved when Papa taught them how to put something together. 2022-12-19. tions from the time he was picked up at the gates of Pelican Bay until his capture in Sonoma County. Robert was so proud of his business and all it offered. He escaped but was caught two days later while walking down the railroad tracks about 1 miles south of Santa Rosa. He is preceded in death by his wife; Anita Scully. Deputy Jameson is buried at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Petaluma. Deputy Deeds is buried at Shiloh Cemetery in Windsor. Text size. None has been scheduled for execution. Search by Name. "My dad loved his job," said 24-year-old Nikki Trejo, surveying the auditorium filled with uniformed officers from across the state. This is a family newspaper, please use a kind and respectful tone. 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