Honoring our Veterans

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Honoring Our Heroes: Bellmead's Veteran Employees

The City of Bellmead proudly celebrates the dedicated service of our community's heroes who have valiantly served in the military and continue to serve at home. Each department within our city is strengthened by the experience and commitment of its veteran members.

Fire Department:

Wesley HunkeJoshua Murphy








  • Firefighter Wesley R. Hunke - Bringing Army discipline and dedication to firefighting.
  • Firefighter Joshua Murphy - Serving with the same commitment he exhibited in the Marine Corps.

Police Department:

Sgt Vaughn, Officer Sluder

Sgt Baack, Officer Henley, Detective Harker





  • Sergeant Jerry D. Vaughn - Protecting and serving after his time in the Army.
  • Sergeant Mitchell Baack - An ex-Air Force member, now safeguarding Bellmead's streets.
  • Officer Jacob Sluder - Once a Navy man, currently ensuring local peace.
  • Detective Jesse Harker - A Marine Corps veteran, solving cases with precision.
  • Officer Justice Henley - From Marine Corps to maintaining law and order.

Public Works Department:Cody Brown, Kelby Sultemeier, Craig Rice, Richard Loyd

  • Utilities Worker Richard Loyd - Unites States Army National Guard - Reserves, Private First Class, 2023-Present


Let's take a moment to honor these individuals for their exemplary service. Their diverse backgrounds and dedication to public service continue to make a positive impact on our community.