Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

This is my first time hearing about this in 2025, 9 years after this tragedy occurred. This was a vile, savage, ruthless and uncalled for attack on these two honorable men. They showed no signs of aggression or hostility towards their killer. He simply didn’t want to spend a little bit of time in the slammer, yet, committed such an atrocious act that would ultimately leave him caged up behind bars till his last breath with absolutely no chance of freedom ever again.

These 2 officers, Daryl and Patrick, were only doing their job, which was keeping the public safe from harm. They had families, they had regular lives outside of their line of duty. However, this disgusting waste of human flesh took the happiness, the laughter, the memories that could’ve and should’ve been made, the love, the lives, literally every single thing, not only from Daryl and Patrick, but from all of their family, friends and colleagues alike. Thank y’all for your incredible service and taking care of those in your county. Y’all both will never be forgotten.

I’m so incredibly sorry to both of the officers, all responding officers, everyone who worked at the peach county sheriffs office, their families, their friends and their loved ones. My heart goes out to you all.

Rest in Peace Daryl & Patrick.

Valerie
Civilian - Shuttle Bus Driver

July 24, 2025

Officer Smallwood, i'm sorry for what happened almost 9 years ago, as the evil man who took you and your partner's lives had absolutely no right to do what he did, as it was wrong in every way. He was too blinded by his own anger and ruthlessness that he didn't have time to properly think about what he was doing along with his decision-making. But, as a resident of georgia myself, i'd like to thank you for your service as an officer, along with being a marine, as you've earned my respect for your dedication and integrity to protect and serve not just your city, but your country as well, as that takes alot of courage to do so. However, the man who killed you and your partner that day will not see the light of day again, as he's been sentenced for a long time in prison, as karma will eventually catch up to him and make him pay for the consequences of his actions. But as of now, may you rest in peace knowing your service as an officer and marine is appreciated, and you were a man of strength and courage to do what you did to serve your community. Rest Well Mr. Smallwood

Morgan, a civilian supporter of the blue line

March 30, 2025

I’m praying for your family and coworkers. Thank you for your service. Rest In Peace

Maxine, mother of
Deputy Josh Rutherford EOW 5/29/03

September 28, 2022

Rest Easy Sir.

Grateful Citizen

June 28, 2022

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Smallwood.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 30, 2021

I just wanted to make things right as it is a matter of respect to get all the informations right:

Both the sergeant and the deputy were not shot while they were walking down the driveway, they were shot after they had a little chat with the suspect and told him he was under arrest.

After being told that he was under arrest the suspect replied "no I am not" and began to walk backwards pulling out a handgun.

The deputy made the fatal mistake of trying to prevent that with his bare hands instead of pulling the weapon on his own.

After both officers were shot the suspect retrieved an AR 15 style rifle from his home and took cover behind the patrol car, next to the officers he just shot.

As he got shot by other officers he surrendered right away.

I came here to maybe get more insight on this story but to see that it is stated totally false on this page makes me wondering how that happened...

Either way, here is the right story that you can also watch on the dashcam video on YouTube.

Stay safe everybody!

Deputy Johnson

October 15, 2021

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 30, 2018

Remembering you today Sir. You are not forgotten.

Det. Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department, CA

November 8, 2017

God's peace and speed Deputy Smallwood. Thank you for your brave, dedicated service. RIP Brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.

December 17, 2016

R.I.P. my brother, I will never forget the good times we had in the academy. May god watch over your family during this difficult time.

Cpl. Greg Speights
Spalding Co. Sheriffs Office

December 10, 2016

God bless you my brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May His healing hand touch your family, friends, and fellow deputies. Rest easy my brother, we'll take the watch from here.

Trooper Steve Olson
Michigan State Police

December 8, 2016

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

PTLM Frank Kapusta
Mohawk PD

November 24, 2016

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, Texas

November 24, 2016

Thank you for your sacrifice and may your rest in peace.

Hon. Travis Bird
Spotsylvania Commonwealth's Attorney Office

November 23, 2016

Rest in Peace, Deputy Sheriff Daryl Smallwood. Thank you for your service to this country and your community. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your department at this time.

Chief Reuben C. Black
Barnwell Police Dept., Barnwell, SC

November 22, 2016

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends. Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P. Waggle
Civilian

November 22, 2016

RIP Brother

Senior Deputy Sheriff Dave Zajac
Walton County Sheriff's office (GA)

November 22, 2016

To the family of Deputy Sheriff Daryl Smallwood, friends, Sheriff Terry W. Deese and the Peach County Sheriff's Office.
You are lifted up in thoughts and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you peace now and always. Thank you for your service. John 15:13 / Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Police Department NC

November 21, 2016

I learned of your death the moment it happened. You and my mother were friends. I pray for you sir. I never got to meet you. Rest In Peace. I'm sorry I was unable to attend your funeral. I just want you to know I'm praying for you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Junior Explorer Hailey Howard
Leesburg,GA PD

November 20, 2016

Rest In Peace Brother! May God watch over and keep your family safe!

Police Officer A Guffey
Garner Police Department

November 20, 2016

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

November 18, 2016

REST ON MY BROTHER.. WE SHARED SOME GREAT TIMES AT THE SO IN CRISP CO. HOPE YOU DRINKING PLENTY OF SWEET MILK UP THERE LOOKING DOWN ON US... Love ya Brother!

Lieutenant K.Tukes
Warwick Police Department

November 16, 2016

RIP my Brother, RIP.

Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13

Your sacrifice was far too great.

Quinten Warren, Investigator
Alaska, Special Prosecutions, Medicaid Fraud

November 15, 2016

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

November 15, 2016

Please accept my deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please know that I am here for you.

May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.


Sharing in your sorrow,

Sheriff Ezell Brown
Newton County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Ezell Brown
Newton County Sheriff's Office

November 14, 2016