Patrolman Franklin “Dean” Schaerrer
Patrolman Franklin “Dean” Schaerrer
March 9, 1910 – July 22, 1945
Franklin “Dean” Schaerrer joined the Utah Highway Patrol March 9, 1937. He resided in Payson and served the residents of Utah County throughout his career. In 1941 he was part of the Utah Highway Patrol pistol team that received the Chief’s Trophy. He was also the Vice-President of the Utah County Peace Officers’ Association. On July 17, 1945 Patrolman Schaerrer was lifting a vehicle to assist a motorist. During this incident, he suffered a severe hernia. Patrolman Schaerrer was admitted to the hospital shortly thereafter. After having surgery, he experienced medical complications and died on July 22, 1945. Patrolman Schaerrer was survived by his wife, Madge, and three sons, Neil, Douglas, and Tom.