Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A tragic loss. God Bless, Sister and may you forever Rest in Peace.

Officer Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department (Retired)

April 14, 2025

There are no words that can say how sad I am at hearing about this. You will be Greatly missed by me and everyone and you will always be in my heart and mind.

Bailiff / Deputy
Collin County

April 14, 2025

May God surround the family and friends of Deputy Melissa Pollard with His peace, comfort, hope, and strength. In Christ's name I pray, Amen.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Pam Mainhart
Wife of Lt. Kevin Mainhart E.O.W May 11, 2017

April 14, 2025

Rest in Peace Sister.

Capt. Arrend Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

April 14, 2025

May she rest in peace, I hope her family and friends heal from this loss.

Recruit M Galarza
UCLA PD

April 14, 2025

Rest easy hero thank you for your service may your sacrifice or memory never fade.

Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

April 13, 2025

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Sister and hero in Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed her home into his loving arms where she will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to her Family, Friends and all Members of the Wood County Sheriff's Office, Texas.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

April 13, 2025

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

April 13, 2025

"Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon her."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

April 13, 2025

Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard and the extended law enforcement family of the Wood County Sheriff's Office, Texas.



End of Watch Wednesday, April 9, 2025.



Rest in Peace sister 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 12, 2025

In times of loss, we come together to honor the memory and service of those who have passed. It's a moment to reflect on the impact they've had on the lives of others, and the legacy they leave behind. Their dedication and service will always be remembered, and their spirit will continue to inspire. May comfort find its way to you and all those mourning this loss.

Retired Reserve Police Officer

April 11, 2025

Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard

Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department

April 11, 2025

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. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

April 11, 2025

On behalf of the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, we extend our deepest condolences. We hope the treasured memories of Deputy Pollard bring solace and strength during this challenging time.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

April 11, 2025

Rest In peace Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard! Thank you for your 8+ years of service with the Wood County Sheriff's Office and for your previous service with the Fannin County Sheriff's Office and the Collin County Sheriff's Office in Texas. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and your friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your Family, all of your Friends and all of your Sisters and Brothers in Blue that also protect us. We want them to know that you will never be forgotten!. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

April 11, 2025

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

TERRY FRANCIS ZECH OFC RET
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT MICHIGAN

April 11, 2025

Rest In Peace My Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

April 11, 2025

Melissa, I will love you forever. I’m in total disbelief.
You were such an amazing woman and SUCH an amazing mother to Sydney. sister, daughter, aunt and friend. You loved your family something fierce.
You were so genuine, tough on the outside but a heart of gold on the insude.
I was blessed to call you my Texas Best Friend. Even though we lost touch I never stopped loving you and your family.
RIP Melissa. Fly so high girl! I love you
Thank you for your service as a Detention Officer and Sergeant at the Collin County Sheriff’s Office and your continuing service at Fannin County and Wood County.

Officer Angela Coleman
Collin County Sheriff’s Office

April 11, 2025

RIP Deputy Melissa Pollard. Thank you for your years of service. Prayers of comfort and love to your family and loved ones

Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Glen Allison
Tarrant County S O Ft Worth Texas

April 11, 2025

Rest in peace sister.

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

April 11, 2025

Rest in peace, Deputy Pollard. Praying for your loved ones

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

April 10, 2025

God bless you Melissa Pollard. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your family and the Wood County Sheriff's Office.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

April 10, 2025

Words are not enough to express the hurt i feel over this tragedy. I would that i would gotten to personally Thank Deputy Pollard for answering the call to stand between us and danger. Lord walk with Her Family, Friends and Fellow Officers in these days to come. This Blue Line she chose to walk is very thin. God Bless You All!!!

Former Police
Tennessee. Spiritual Caregiver

April 10, 2025

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

April 10, 2025

Rest in Peace Deputy Pollard. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Pollard Family and the Wood County Sheriff's Office.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

April 10, 2025