"Deputy Phouangphrachanh was a 14-year veteran of the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and was previously employed as a Police Officer with the Town of Candor. Deputy Phouangphrachanh was affectionately known as “Deputy Bud” by his co-workers, community and his students where he served as a School Resource Officer. During his service to Montgomery County he filled many roles, but his passion was as a School Resource Officer where he worked with middle school and high school students. His dedication to youth led him to attend DARE Instructor Training, which he loved and believed in as a tool to better his community. He was known for his big smile, sense of humor and laughter. His service and dedication is being echoed by the County Manager, Matthew Woodard, and Montgomery County School Superintendent, Dale Ellis.