*Missouri Governor Michael L. Parson*

Office of Communications

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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

November 25, 2020

*Governor Parson Orders Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Honor of Greene County Detention Officer Dwight E. Willis*

*(JEFFERSON CITY, MO)* Today, Governor Mike Parson ordered U.S. and Missouri flags be flown at half-staff at government buildings in Greene and Christiancounties on Saturday,November 28, 2020, in honor of Greene County Detention Officer Dwight E. Willis.

Detention Officer Willis died on November 22, 2020, after contracting COVID-19 while carrying out his duties with the Greene County Sheriff's Office.

Throughout his career, Detention Officer Dwight E. Willis distinguished himself with professionalism and commitment to upholding the highest ideals of public service, *Governor Parson* said. Dwight E. Willis dutifully and unselfishly served the people of Greene County for more than 19 years. The courage and devotion he demonstrated in serving his fellow citizens should stand as a model of public service to all Missourians."

The flags will be held at half-staff on the day Detention Officer Willis is laid to rest. To view the proclamation, click here [ [link removed] ].

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*Contact: Kelli R. Jones*

Communications Director

Work: 573-751-0765

Mobile: 573-508-9072

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.governor.mo.gov


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