Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Prayers to the family and fellow law enforcement officers. May God grant strength, peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Cindi Buckel
Ret Firefighter/Paramedic Key Largo Fire Rescue

April 3, 2025

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

April 3, 2025

Thank you for your service.

Recruit Navarro
LASD

April 3, 2025

Rest in peace brother. We will never know what drives the evil in this world…. Blessed are the peacekeepers. Fly high my brother in blue.

Deputy Sheriff (LCSO) Tyler García
Lipscomb County Sheriffs Office

April 3, 2025

Rest in Peace Deputy May. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow Deputy's with the Walton County Sheriff's Office.

Susie Ball
Judicial Process Server
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
Florida

April 3, 2025

Thank u sr

Civilian R Garcia
Civilian

April 3, 2025

God Bless Deputy W. Mays’ soul and his family. His sacrifice will never be forgotten. Deputy W. May was a great Man, Father, Husband and Deputy Sheriff. Even while bleeding out, shot multiple times, Deputy W. May was able to fight back, remain composed under immense pressure and returned fire, eliminating the threat, without leaving any probable chance of survival. William May is a hero in every definition of the book.

Deputy Sheriff J. Smith
Walton County Sheriffs Office (Co-Worker)

April 3, 2025

Another terrible and senseless loss of life.
Rest in Peace.

Chief R. A. McCann
Armour College Police

April 3, 2025

My thoughts and prayers go out to Officer May and family.

Mr . Johnson Randy Johnson
Retired

April 3, 2025

Rest in peace Deputy May. May God comfort your immediate family and fellow colleagues. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Former reserve Deputy ( OCSO) FL Eddie A
Osceola county Sheriff's office

April 3, 2025

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

April 3, 2025

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Deputy Sheriff William May during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Deputy Sheriff William May.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

April 3, 2025

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff May.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 3, 2025

RIP Deputy Sheriff May. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Walton County

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

April 3, 2025

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

April 3, 2025

Dear Sheriff Michael A. Adkinson, Jr.:

I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you, and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Deputy Sheriff William May, a brave and dedicated lawman.

The news of Deputy May’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy May’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Deputy May had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

To you, Sheriff Adkinson, and the entire Walton County Sheriff's Office, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 45+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Deputy Sheriff William May be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. PGP PP PM DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

April 3, 2025

Deputy Sheriff William May, my deepest sympathy to your wife and children. May the Good Lord watch over them as they grieve your tragic loss. I thank you for your brave service to all of us. Your dedication to your job and to your community shall not be forgotten. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

April 3, 2025

Thank you for your service Deputy Sheriff William May !!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

April 3, 2025

(((LOVE HUGS AND PRAYERS))) for family, friends and brothers and sisters in blue.

Jan Myers
Surviving spouse in Okaloosa County

April 3, 2025

God bless you Deputy William May, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Walton County Sheriff’s Office. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

April 3, 2025

Rest In peace Deputy May, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother, we have the watch.

Terry F. Zech Ofd/Retired
Veterans Affairs Police Dept Detroit Michigan

April 3, 2025

Rest easy brother, you will be missed greatly. #F383

Deputy Jackson Leath
Walton County Sheriff's Office

April 3, 2025

So Sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

April 3, 2025

Such a senseless act to aDeputy that was just trying to help. I regret that I never met Deputy May and tell him how much I appreciated his call to stand between us and danger. Lord, walk with His Wife, Children, Mother and Father, Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends during these days to come. This Blue Line...It's very thin; but this Hero chose to walk it and answer His calling. I'm forever Grateful. God Bless You All!!!

Former Police
Tennessee. Spiritual Caregiver

April 3, 2025

Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

Correctional Officer Paul Schanno
Hennepin County (Minneapolis)- Adult Corrections Facility

April 3, 2025