The Deer Park Police Honor Guard is a ceremonial escort lead by Officer T.A. Taylor. It is composed of volunteers who are carefully screened for their ability and physical dexterity. Only those persons who are highly motivated and maintain exceptionally high standards of appearance and conduct and show aptitude for ceremonial duty are considered.
The primary purpose of the Deer Park Honor Guard is to provide funeral honors for fallen officers. The Honor Guard may also serve as the "guardians of the colors." They present the nation’s colors for various ceremonies and state functions. Additionally, the Deer Park Honor Guard serves as ambassadors to the public, presenting a positive image of their service, and assisting with the recruiting effort.
The Deer Park Honor Guard has represented the City of Deer Park in numerous ceremonies throughout the city and state, including but not limited to:
To view the video of the 2020 Police Officers Memorial Service, visit YouTube or the Police Department’s Facebook page, Police Department's Facebook Page.