The PBA is saddened by the loss of one of our retired members, Trooper Michael J. Anson, who passed away today from an illness stemming from his assignment in the search and recovery efforts in New York City at the World Trade Center site following the 9/11 terrorist attack. Trooper Anson, 56, served with the New York State Police for 31 years. He is survived by his wife, their three children and his brothers.