Beloved Swansea Police Dispatcher Terri-Ann Shileikis Retires After 36 Years

For nearly four decades, Terri-Ann Shileikis has been serving her community as the Senior Dispatcher for the Swansea Police Department.

A Calm Voice in Chaos

If you live in the area, you may have heard her voice. From providing calm during chaos to relaying important information to first responders, she has been an integral part of the department.

After 36 years of service, she is taking a step back and retiring from her full-time position.

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Sweet Send-Off

Though she isn't saying a true goodbye (she'll continue to assist in a part-time role), her everyday presence will be missed. The Swansea Police Department celebrated her retirement and praised her decades of hard work.

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In a recent Facebook post, the Swansea PD called Shileikis "a trusted voice."

"Her professionalism, steady presence, and deep knowledge of the job have set the standard for excellence in our communications center," the Facebook post read.

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Celebrating One of Their Own

Shileikis enjoyed the celebration with her co-workers, complete with a large sheet cake.

Working 36 years at any job is an achievement, let alone one in a police department. I can only imagine the things Shileikis has heard over the years. The help she's provided, however, makes it all worth it.

Congratulations and thank you, Terri-Ann, for your incredible service to the SouthCoast.