Logan County Sheriff remembers Retired Corporal Bob Rawlins
End of Watch February 28, 2023

 

[March 11, 2023] 

It is with great sadness and the utmost respect we make the following announcement:

Robert “Bob” Rawlins passed away at approximately 11:55 a.m. on February 28th, 2023. While actively serving in the line of duty as a Logan County Court Security Officer at the Logan County Courthouse, Bob suffered a medical emergency to which he later succumbed.

Bob Rawlins public service career began March 29th, 1982 when he was hired as a patrol officer for the Lincoln Police Department. He served the community in several assignments while there. He was the first K9 handler for the Lincoln Police Department, serving in that capacity from 1990-1998. Bob also served on the Emergency Response Team, acting as the Team Leader for a portion of his time on the team. Bob went on to serve as the Chief of Police from August 16th, 2004 to April 30th, 2007. After returning to the patrol division, Bob retired as a Lincoln Police Corporal on March 30th, 2012.

Lincoln Police Chief Meister shared that during his tenure with Lincoln Police Department, Bob was awarded for his bravery and heroism on several occasions. He shared specifically that in 1999, Bob kicked in the door of a burning home subsequently saving the lives of two very young children. Bob is the only Lincoln Police Officer to be named Officer of the Year on 3 three occasions; 2001, 2009 and 2011.

After retirement, Bob made the decision to continue serving this community and joined the Logan County Sheriff s Office on July 15, 2014 as a Courthouse Security Officer. While serving the public in that capacity, Bob was assigned the rank of Chief of Courthouse Security where he served until his passing.

Bob was a man of dedication, specifically to his family. He was a shining light to many, touching everyone that saw his smile, stopped to talk with him, or otherwise was able to have just a few fleeting moments with him. Bob honorably and with the same dedication served the citizens of Lincoln for over 30 years as a Lincoln Police Officer and continued that service and dedication for almost another 9 years as a Logan County Court Security Officer.

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Rawlins family, knowing that his passing will be mourned by many.

A family member, a friend, a colleague and a respected public servant will be missed. However, the relationships Bob forged along the way are the true testament of the person behind the badge.

Respectfully,
Sheriff mark Landers
Logan County Sheriff's Department

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