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Is the local FOP giving him a gift? by irishintheville

I think my Dad got a plaque from the FOP with his badge and years of service on it. He really liked it. I also google searched for a print (maybe lithograph) of a policeman's holster, gun, cap and other notables that is also nice but I couldn't find it. I can't remember the name of the print or artist but it if you can find something along those lines that would be nice as well. If his fellow officers have a nickname for him (that is not embarrassing) you might consider adding that to the gift in some fashion. Not sure what your price range is but those are a few thoughts.