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 The mother of a Brevard County
Sheriff's deputy, who passed away in March of this year, made it her dying wish to help her community through the purchase of new drug-sniffing patrol dog. On Tuesday, June 21, 2004 at 10 a.m. at the
American Police Hall of Fame located in Titusville, her wish became reality as a check for $10,400 was presented to the Sheriff's Office to pay for the purchase of its newest K-9 deputy, Sam.
 "Sam" was
purchased with money raised by the estate of the late Mrs. Joan Popp and a matching contribution from the National Association of Chiefs of Police.
She passed away after an illness and asked that in lieu of flowers, people donate money to a fund for the purchase of a sheriff's K-9. "Joan always loved animals, and wanted to make a
difference in her community," said her husband, Greg Popp. "Flowers are fleeting, but the purchase of this animal will not only benefit the community, but save lives as well." Popp's
estate raised about $5,400. The National Association of Chiefs of Police also has a national program where it will match the donations made by the community to benefit the police K-9 program.
Brevard County Undersheriff Bob Sarver received the donation. "Sam" was also on hand along with the Popp family and close friends.
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