Troy Lynn Raines

Troy Lynn Raines was born on June 18, 1967, to Jamie Trainor in Crossville, Tennessee. He spent his youth in Tennessee and Georgia, where he developed the strong character and sense of purpose that would define his life. At the age of fourteen, Eddie Trainor entered his life and became the man Troy proudly called his father.

Troy’s journey eventually brought him to Maryland, where he discovered his calling to serve others. He answered that call by joining the United States Army. During his military service, Troy attended jump school and earned the honor of wearing the prestigious insignia of the 82nd Airborne, a role he carried with great pride.

After his time in the Army, Troy continued his commitment to service by pursuing a career in law enforcement. From 1994 to 2001, he served as a police officer with the Salisbury Police Department in Maryland. In 2001, Troy relocated to Florida, where he joined the Boynton Beach Police Department. Over the next 15 years, he worked a wide range of assignments, always dedicated to protecting his community. Troy was the embodiment of a true police officer—a “cop’s cop”—who worked tirelessly to seek justice and stand up for those he was sworn to protect.

In 2016, Troy’s path led him to the Aurora Police Department in Colorado. Drawing on his extensive experience, he served in multiple roles before ultimately becoming a detective in the Major Crimes Unit, where he investigated homicides. In this role, Troy was a steadfast voice for victims who could no longer speak for themselves, relentlessly pursuing justice for them and their families.

Even after receiving his cancer diagnosis, Troy remained unwavering in his commitment to duty. He continued working until the progression of his illness made it impossible, demonstrating the same courage and determination that defined his entire life. Troy ended his watch on the morning of March 14, 2026, following a valiant fight against cancer. True to who he was, Troy refused to let the disease take him without giving everything he had in the fight.

Troy is survived by his mother, Jamie, as well as his nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind a wide circle of friends and colleagues who loved him deeply and will forever cherish the memories and experiences they shared with him.

In lieu of flowers, Troy requested that anyone wishing to make a donation do so in his name to Brotherhood for the Fallen (BFTF)–Colorado. Troy was a devoted member of the organization and, in the last year and a half, had served as its president. His dedication to serving others was evident through his commitment to honoring law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty—the very mission of BFTF–Colorado.