Prattville will miss you, Officer Mangrum...
Lieutenant Darryl Mangrum of my home town's police department died this past Sunday after a long bout with cancer--a battle his doctor's estimated would end after six months. In the true brave style befitting a police officer, he continued fighting for several years. Officer Mangrum was extensively involved with the youth of Prattville, always around the schools and anywhere else kids and teens gathered, keeping things safe and just generally being a great guy. He was also a friend of my mom's and my family's, and I think everyone's going to miss him dearly. What a genuinely wonderful man.
Rest in peace, Officer Mangrum!
