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SALUTE to First Responders Why did you decide to be a policeman? When I was just a youngster, I had two career choices I wanted to pursue. The first being a professional football player and the second being a police officer. Once I realized I lacked the size and talent to play in the NFL, I switch to Plan B. How long have you been with the Ridgeland Police Department? I joined the department in February of 1996. February 2023 will mark 27 years with the department. Tell us about your family. I am married. My wife and I have five daughters and one son. We are the proud grandparents of seven grandchildren and will welcome our eighth in just a few days. What is the toughest thing you have experienced in your job? The realization of just how bad humans can treat one another. I have been involved with some pretty awful incidents. To see how some have no regard for the life of another has been difficult for me to digest. Share some things you enjoy doing in your spare time. I consider myself a BBQ enthusiast. I love smoking and grilling on my many grills and smokers. I also enjoy tinkering with my old vehicles; I have a few projects that I would like to restore once I retire. I enjoy spending time with my family, my wife, and I enjoy going to the movies or just relaxing with our doggies at home. We enjoy the time we get to spend with our grandchildren as well. Assistant Chief Tony WILLRIDGE RIDGELAND POLICE DEPARTMENT What are three things on your bucket list? 1. Visit Hawaii 2. Visit the Grand Canyon 3. Visit my hometown in Germany. I am an Army brat. I was born in Germany and have not had an opportunity to return since my family left in 1979. Who is someone you admire and why? My parents. My father is from Louisiana and my mother is from Mississippi. My father instilled in me his spirit for adventure. I followed his example, joined the Army at an early age, and have served for the past thirty-five years. My mother instilled in me her work ethic. She used to tell me if you are only going to half-do something, do not do it at all. This stuck with me throughout my adult life. They are the reason I am the person I am today. 22 • JANUARY 2023
If you could give one piece of advice to a young person, what would it be? Know your worth. Do not settle for less than what you fell you deserve. Hold yourself to a higher standard and be accountable for your actions. Be the positive example for others to follow. What is your favorite thing about the City of Ridgeland? The people, and the support we receive. Our community enthusiastically supports our department. From Mayor Gene McGee, and the board of aldermen, to the business leaders and citizens, we have the luxury of working for a city that stands behind its public servants. For that, I am truly grateful. Hometown MADISON • 23
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