Deputy Sheriff Donald Lee Mauldin Pinal County Sheriff's Department Arizona Saturday, August 24, 2002  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Still think about you after all these years Don, hope your resting peacefully, well deserved.

Officer David Anderson
Globe Police Department
2009-09-17

Deputy Sheriff Mauldin,
On today, the 6th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pinal County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

2008-08-24

Rest in Peace, Deputy Mauldin. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2008-05-17

Donnie: Hey man we go way back to the Gila County days, and the working together in Pinal County. It was always great working with you. Richard from Gila County is still the crazy little jar head. Charle is working or should I say showing up. I am retired now. Thanks for looking after me while a was out there working.

your good friend
Guy Pinal #168 retired

Deputy Guy Phillips
Pinal Co S.O. Retired
2007-09-27

I had the opportunity to work with Don while he was with South Tucson PD. Don was a great guy, a great officer, and it was an honor to have known him.

Rest in peace, Don, and watch over all those still on the streets.

Dan Brooks, Surveillance Officer (Ret.)
Pima County Adult Probation
2007-09-06

MY BROTHER, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.
2007-08-24

Deputy Sheriff Mauldin,
Today is the fifth anniversary since you were called home. We thank you for the uncommon courage you had to serve in such a precarious profession. You will never be forgotten.

Pennsylvania citizen

2007-08-24

Deputy Sheriff Mauldin,
Today is the fifth anniversary of your EOW. As your family and friends remember the legacy of courage and love you left behind, please know that citizens across the country are saying thank you today for what you gave us. You will always be remembered!

Pennsylvania citizen

2007-08-24

Donnie,
On the 24th of this Month we celebrate your life as it was taken 5 years ago. I know you are patrolling the streets in heaven.

Welcome to your Heavenly FTO program, Phx PD Officer George Cortez, who recently gained his wings.
Sleep with the Angels and rest in Peace.

Belia Fessenden
Pinal Co SO-retired #112
2007-08-06

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-08-01

Donnie,
Just reflecting on the past, and remembering the days past. I wanted to wish you a Good Christmas, but with Choirs of Angels and all the Saints, and celebrating with Jesus for the past few years, I ask, will say a prayer for us, and "put in a good word for us" :)

Say Hi to little brother "Jason Lopez" EOW 5/01 and don't let him pull your leg. Keep him straight and flying right!

You will always be remembered for being you!

Belia Fessenden,PCSO retired 112
Ret. Pinal County-co-worker
2006-12-12

REMEMBERING DEPUTY MAULDIN ON THIS ANNIVERSARY.
I KNOW THAT ALL OF YOU WERE GLAD THAT YOU HAD FOR AWHILE, BUT IT IS ALWAYS HARD TO GIVE THEM UP.
GOD BLESS YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH TO CARRY ON.
GLB

2006-08-24

To the family and loved ones of Deputy Sheriff Donald Lee Mauldin and his fellow officers with the Pinal County Sheriff's Department:

On this the fourth anniversary of Donald's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Donald's professionalism and dedication will never be forgotten, nor will his valor and courage.

In reading the loving reflections left by his friends and co-workers I can see that he was very well respected and is sorely missed. I hope that God is holding him in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Doanld was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Donald gave to his community and the citizens of Arizona, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 24, 2002, and the nine intervening years between the day he was shot and his death.

Phyllis L. Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD
eow 4/24/05

2006-08-24

There are not enough thank U's for your sacricificing your life...Dep. Donald Lee Mauldin. I thank all of you for this Gift of Love and sacrifice..To your family. My deepest sympathyies, and condolences. Thank u for sharing him with us. I WILL ALWAYS HONOR HIS LIFE...IT IS NOT HOW WE DIE BUT HOW WE LIVE...EVERY DAY...sincerely yours, b.b.

B.B.
D.N.A.
2006-03-18

You were the epitome of the "good cop"; seldom complaining, always ready to assist other Peace Officers even when it was'nt your turn, and finally willing to lay down your life for others. I recall that one of your heroes was Lt. Audie L. Murphy winner of the Medal of Honor in WW II. You had a lot in common with him. May you rest easily in the places where only brave men go!

LTC. Sam H. Asbury, III
US ARMY (Ret)
2006-03-13

Donnie
Who could forget going through the police academy at Gila Pueblo Campus. Knowing you and working with you was an honor for everyone who knew you. God has a special place for all police officers. You are missed.

Sgt. L.H. Sharff Sr.
Simpsonville Police Department
2005-12-28

Thank you! You will not be forgotten.

2005-08-24

The third anniversary is here for your family and close friends. I know the pain and suffering is still in their hearts. You suffered so long and were finally called home, you paid your dues here on this earth. Keep watch over your family and try and ease their grief, also watch over all those still out on patrol and protect them.

Robert Gordon, father of fallen officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Robert Gordon, Asst. Chief, Retired
Riverside PD, IL
2005-08-23

Donnie,
You made the Ultimate of Ultimate sacrifices and your place of honor in Heaven is your reward.
PS: Joey is still crazy!

Belia Fessenden-Retired #112
Pinal County SO, retired
2005-07-03

I'll never forget the good times at Globe P.D. and Gila County S.O. You were a good friend and I miss you.

Sgt. Richard Lopez
Riverside Sheriff's Department (CA)
2004-12-20

May we never forget this Great Warriors sacrifice...For the pain and suffering he and his Family, and His Fellow Officers endured for so long. May they all have Peace in their Hearts. Rest in Peace Deputy Mauldin..

Officer Debra McFall Ross
East Buffalo Twp P.D. Lewisburg, Pa.
2004-08-24

I knew Mr. Mauldin after his injury was sustained, as I am an employee of the facility where he was staying. Mr. Mauldin made everyone who knew him laugh. He made our day brighter and made me realize not to take life for granted. I spent the last weeks with this kind and gentle soul and have missed him and his smile greatly. Mr Mauldin was trying to make our steets safer when this happened.TO ALL LAW ENFORCEMENT....Thank you for putting your lives on the line everyday to help make this world a better place to live.

Anonymous

2004-01-02

Don,
It was an honor to serve with you!
I miss the visits at the hospital with you, but I know you have to rest now. Good-Bye brother.

Deputy Todd Englin
Pinal County Sheriff's Office,Az
2003-12-07

I was saddened to hear about the death of Deputy Mauldin.
I remember the day it happened like it was yesterday. At the time of the incident, I was an Explorer with the Sheriff Department in the Hotel/India districts. I remember listening to the scanner and hearing the series of events take place over the radio. My heart sank when I found out exactly what happened. My GOD bless you Don as you watch over us in Heaven. My GOD also bless his family and friends as they suffered so much during the past 10 years.

Ex-Pinal County Explorer #104
Hotel/India Districts

Telecommunication Specialist First Class
U.S. Coast Guard

Donnie,
You passing away has saddened all of us "old "timers" that had the honor of working along side of you. What a traumatic event that cost you your life. I hate to think about it, but I mourned your death when your life was actually taken 9 years ago. You have suffered greatly in the state of mind you remained in, all these years. But now your body and spirit are in Heaven, and you're back to patrol with the best of the best. Rest in Peace brother.

Belia Fessenden
PCSO,retired