Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff William May
Rest In Peace! Thank You For Your Service!
Officer Pedro Rodriguez
City of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
April 3, 2025
Thank you for your service Deputy May. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow deputies. Rest in peace brother.
Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA
April 3, 2025
To the family and friends of Deputy William May, I am so sorry for your loss.
I pray God's comfort, hope and peace over you all.
In Christ's love.
Pam Mainhart
Wife of Lt. Kevin Mainhart E.O.W May 11, 2017
April 3, 2025
RIP you served beyond the call of duty. May you find eternal peace, to your family I pray. You earned your wings. Godspeed.
Detective Christopher O’Connell
NYPD
April 3, 2025
Rest in Peace Brother in Blue.
“Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Children of God.” Matthew 5:9
Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department
April 3, 2025
Rest In Peace…
Retired Detective Ed Falkowski
Syracuse Police Dept, NY
April 3, 2025
"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."
Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain
April 3, 2025
Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.
BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher
April 3, 2025
GOD'S DIVINE MISSION FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS:
"So those who refuse to obey the laws of the land are refusing to obey God, and punishment will follow. For the policeman does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He is sent by God for that very purpose." (Romans 13:2-4 TLB)
FOR THE FALLEN:
Lord Jesus, as we watch America's brave Law Enforcement Officers succumb to the wicked and evil in this broken world, it becomes difficult for us to pick up and move forward. Our communities are on the brink of exploding with tension and uncontrollable lawlessness. In light of the Fallen American Law Enforcement Officers who are no longer with us, I pray for endurance for our communities and America's Law Enforcement Agencies. Carry us through this time of chaos and strife, that through our struggles, our bonds may grow even more unbreakable. In Your mighty and holy Name, and by Your Authority, we pray. Amen.
[Jesus taught:] "Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life
for his friends." (John 15:13 ESV)
FOR THEIR FAMILIES:
Heavenly Father, Lord God of Unfailing Love, to those families in our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a Fallen American Law Enforcement family member, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy and love, hear my prayer. In Christ Jesus' mighty and holy Name, and by His Authority, I pray. Amen.
[Jesus taught:] "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." (Matthew 5:4 ESV)
FOR THE COMRADES LEFT BEHIND:
Heavenly Father, Compassionate and Merciful God, we lift up America's Law Enforcement Officers who carry the weight of traumatic experiences; especially in the case of fallen comrades. We prayerfully ask for Your healing touch to mend their hearts and minds. Grant them the strength necessary to overcome the effects of those traumatic situations, and surround them with a supportive community that truly understands and cares about their struggles. May Your comfort be a balm to their wounded spirits. In Christ Jesus' mighty and holy Name, and by His Authority, I pray. Amen.
[Jesus taught:] "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God." (Matthew 5:9 ESV)
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Chaplain
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA
Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
April 3, 2025
God Speed Brother….. we have the watch from here.
Sergeant S. Willis, Retired
Harris County Sheriff’s Office
April 3, 2025
RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.
HEROES NEVER DIE....
Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon
April 3, 2025
Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.
Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York
April 3, 2025
Rest in Peace Deputy May. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.
Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department
April 3, 2025
Rest in Peace Brother.
Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
April 3, 2025
God rest your soul, Deputy May. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.
Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT
April 3, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the agency, officer, and his family. Thank you for your service, sir. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace!
Caroline Andrews
PowerDetails
April 3, 2025
Rest in peace, hero. You sacrificed your life so that others may live in peace. God sends us strong men for times such as these--you were one of those men.
Patricia Harrison
April 3, 2025
So sad & tragic, RIP Sheepdog! May God bless and comfort your family (both blood and blue) during this time. My wife has family in Walton County, with one living in Defuniak Springs. We have been there many times.
Mike Nixon
High Point, NC Police Dept, Retired
April 3, 2025
Requiescat in Paces
Sergeant (Retired) Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD
April 3, 2025
May God grant you peace and comfort throughout this difficult time.
Thank you for your service Officer May.
Adrienne Smith
Wife of Late Captain Reginald Smith
April 3, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff William May and the extended law enforcement family of the Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida.
End of Watch Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.
By Jon F. Hooper
"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
April 3, 2025
RIP Peace Brother
Brother in law Enforcement Charles Guin
SPD
April 3, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff William May and the extended law enforcement family of the Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida.
End of Watch Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.
By Jon F. Hooper
"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
April 3, 2025
RIP American Hero ❗
Asst Police Chief
OPD
April 3, 2025
Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family & Department.
Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department
April 3, 2025

