Edmond Post Office Tragedy Remembered | Oklahoma City News

On August 20, 1986, a postal worker fatally shot 14 people at the Edmond, Oklahoma post office before taking his own life — one of America’s deadliest workplace shootings. Four decades later, the community gathered at the Edmond History Museum for a solemn memorial, honoring victims like Paul Michael Rockne, whose widow Linda spoke of enduring grief and the power of collective support. Outside, the Yellow Ribbon Memorial — with 14 water jets and a fountain symbolizing unity — stands as a quiet tribute designed by the artist’s daughter to honor resilience. The tragedy also birthed the now-common phrase “going postal,” though its origins remain deeply painful. Families and residents continue to remember, reflect, and keep the memory alive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/655f4083f2ddd336