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In Memoriam

other roles. Braithwaite showed great dedication towards improving the state of international corrections and did invaluable work on ACA’s International Affairs Committee. He retired in 1985 to continue to work as a consultant in the field and a lifelong volunteer in service of promoting a humane criminal justice system. John Braithwaite was a well- respected corrections professional, but most importantly a loving family man. He was a truly remarkable man who left an impact on anyone he came across. The American Cor- rectional Association is eternally grateful for his dedication and con- tributions to the field. Our deepest sympathies go out to the Braithwaite family. John’s celebration of life was on Aug. 8, 2019 in Victoria, British Columbia. Friends and family gathered to commemorate the life of a truly remarkable man. In lieu of flowers, you may wish to donate in his memory to the Gabriola Health Care Foundation, the John Howard Society of Victoria or to the charity of your choice. u

Reflections on John William Braithwaite

John Braithwaite was the quintessential Canadian gentleman and corrections professional whose tireless work in the corrections field crossed borders, generations and the lives of corrections professionals and offenders alike. His commitment to ACA and to correctional standards was unconditional. — Charles J. Kehoe ACA Past President (2002-2004)

James Azzat El-Shafey Nov. 20, 1992 — Feb. 22, 2018 C orrectional Officer First Class James Azzat El-Shafey of the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office passed away on February 22, 2018. El-Shafey was born on Nov. 20, 1992 in Virginia. He is survived by his wife, Jacklyn El-Shafey, his two daughters, Adriana and Amira, his parents, Tarek El-Shafey and Renee Ricci, his sisters Caiti El-Shafey of Frederick and Jenni- fer Barber and husband Chad, his brother Robby El-Shafey and fiancée Megan Bell. El-Shafey was a friend to many, who loved his job and co-workers, and will be missed by all. u The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments listed James Azzat El-Shafey’s name incorrectly in their official program on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Here it is listed correctly. Of all the fine people I had the joy of knowing in ACA, John was a standout. I was a new member when he was honored with the E.R. Cass Correctional Achievement Award and I was frankly awed by the way he presented himself and the breadth of his knowledge. And such a gentleman, too. A gift from the north country. — Dennis Avery 1998 E.R. Cass Correctional Achievement Award recipient

Photo courtesy Frederick County Adult Detention Center

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