Verona, N.Y. - A bronze memorial plaque found along a road in Oneida County three months ago has stumped troopers who want to return it to its owner. Inscriptions also state that he “died serving his country” and that the plaque was “presented by his comrades,” Jiron said. Cole served as a sergeant in the U.S. Army during World War II, according to online records. Due to the weight and construction of the plaque, troopers believe it likely originated from a monument, memorial site or similar permanent display. But when troopers reached out to the cemetery, they said the plaque does not belong to them, Jiron said.