The Board
The Board is composed of volunteers who understand the importance of honoring our fallen heroes. They are all active or retired members of the DPS Honor Guard where they have dedicated countless hours to ensure our heroes are honored and never forgotten.
Adam W. Page, Executive Director
Starting his career with DPS in 1998, Adam served with both Parole & Probation and Highway Patrol before retiring in 2019 as a Captain. He served as the Commander for the Honor Guard prior to his retriement.
Scott Stuenkel, President
Scott started his career with the Highway Patrol in 2000 and is currently the Chief of the DPS Training Division. He remains the current Commander of the DPS Honor Guard.
Chris LaPrairie, Vice president
Beginning his career with the Nevada Highway Patrol in 1998, Chris served as the Lieutenant for the DPS Honor Guard in Northern Command. Lieutenant LaPrairie retired from service in 2022.
Ashlee Wellmen, secretary
Ashlee started as a Nevada State Trooper in 2011 and remains an active member of the DPS Honor Guard. She is currently the Public Information Officer for the Highway Patrol's Southern Command.
Travis Smaka, Treasurer
Travis has served with the Nevada Highway Patrol since 2015 and remains an active member of the DPS Honor Guard as a Sergeant in Southern Command.