We're writing today to armored car guards—the security professionals who protect valuable cargo through some of the most dangerous scenarios in modern commerce. According to Bureau of Labor Statistics data, armored car guards face a fatality rate of 14.2 per 100,000 workers, with approximately 52 deaths annually. These numbers reflect the reality of armed robberies and violent attacks on cash transports, ambush scenarios during pickup and delivery, and other critical security risks.

Your final messages to family should address both the tactical and emotional aspects of your work. Explain where you've documented your security certifications, firearms qualifications, and company training records. Provide guidance about insurance policies—both company-provided coverage and any supplemental policies you've secured. Share the details of your route assignments, the colleagues who work alongside you, and the security protocols that govern your daily operations. Your family needs to understand not just that you protected them through your work, but how to access the benefits you've earned.

Address the stress that comes with constant vigilance. Your work requires you to treat every stop as a potential ambush, every stranger as a possible threat. This mindset keeps you safe but can create distance from civilian life. Share with your family how you decompress after shifts, the routines that help you transition from tactical awareness to home life, and the support systems you've built among fellow guards who understand this unique psychological burden. This honesty helps them understand the challenges you've faced and the strength required to maintain both professional vigilance and personal relationships.

Your work protects the financial infrastructure that communities depend on. You've trained for scenarios you hope never occur, maintained vigilance through thousands of routine deliveries, and protected your crew through professional expertise and constant awareness. Take the time now to ensure your legacy—both professional and personal—is protected and shared. Your family deserves access to the benefits you've earned and the wisdom you've gained. Your stories deserve preservation. And most importantly, your final words to the people you love should reach them exactly as you intend, whenever that becomes necessary.

JP, Luca, CJ, 8, and Summer