[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 159 (Monday, September 29, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Page S6828]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING SERGEANT DANIEL D. EDENFIELD

  Mr. YOUNG. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the life and career 
of a true hero, Sergeant Daniel D. Edenfield.
  Sergeant Edenfield lived to serve his country, his city, and Hoosiers 
throughout Allen County. He began his service with the U.S. Army in 
Vietnam from 1969 until 1971. Upon his return home to Fort Wayne, 
Sergeant Edenfield joined the Allen County Sheriff's Department on 
January 10, 1972.
  During his 26 years serving Allen County, Sergeant Edenfield was 
known as a ``cops' cop,'' always ready and eager to respond to calls 
for backup with a relentless commitment to keeping his community safe. 
He was not only a model officer, but also a father of two children and 
committed husband. In these and so many other ways, Sergeant Edenfield 
was a testament to the value of servant leadership.
  On May 15, 1998, Sergeant Edenfield was providing security for a 
special event at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. While on 
watch, he witnessed an assault, and, in true fashion, Sergeant 
Edenfield chased down the perpetrator on foot. He apprehended the 
offender and called for a patrol car to transport him to the county 
jail. Sadly, Sergeant Edenfield collapsed before the car arrived, and 
he was taken to a local hospital, where he passed away while undergoing 
emergency surgery for a heart attack.
  Later this week, Allen County and the city of Fort Wayne will 
recognize October 3, 2025, as ``Sergeant Dan D. Edenfield Day'' in 
honor of Sergeant Edenfield's life and service. The county will also be 
dedicating a stretch of Parnell Avenue near the Allen County War 
Memorial Coliseum as the ``Sergeant Dan D. Edenfield Memorial 
Parkway,'' cementing a community recognition of his heroism.
  It is my honor to recognize Sergeant Dan Edenfield for his service 
and the lasting impact he had on the greater Fort Wayne area. We pay 
tribute to the commitment and sacrifice he demonstrated throughout his 
life.

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