A Memoir of Service, Resilience, and Cultural Adaptation
Deputy While Immigrant
About the Book
Deputy While Immigrant is a memoir of transformation, resilience, and service. It tells the story of my journey from a small town in Germany to becoming a Deputy Sheriff in Arizona—a path filled with challenges, triumphs, and profound lessons about cultural adaptation and personal growth.
In this deeply personal account, I share the realities of life as an immigrant navigating a new culture and the challenges of serving in law enforcement during a time of social and political change. From my earliest days in the U.S. to moments of crisis on the job, the memoir provides an unfiltered look at bridging divides and finding purpose in service to others.
Through sometimes humorous, often poignant, and always honest stories, Deputy While Immigrant offers readers a rare glimpse into the intersection of immigration, justice, and identity. It’s a book for anyone who seeks to understand overcoming adversity, adapting to change, and building a meaningful life.
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Starting a new chapter in the United States.
Receiving my badge from Bureau Chief Kastigar during graduation from the Sheriff's Academy.
Serving as a Deputy Sheriff in Pima County, Arizona.
The international border with Mexico was only 40 miles south of Tucson and partially ran through our county. (From left to right: Deputy Peine, Deputy Suitt, Deputy Banuelos)
A moment of service during the El Tour de Tucson.
Connecting with and informing our residents in my role as Public Information Officer for the department.
At the start of it all was the Sheriff's Academy. Shown are my fellow classmates of Class 06-1 in "The Pit." (Photo copyright Arizona Daily Star)
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Deputy While Immigrant offers a unique perspective on justice, adaptation, and the triumphs of personal growth.
“An insightful and engrossing account of a German immigrant’s experiences as a police deputy in Arizona.”
