Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Thursday, August 27, 2020
Add to My HeroesMaurice Che'valier Ford
Deputy Sheriff Maurice Ford died after contracting COVID-19 during an outbreak among staff and inmate at the West Detention Center at 38811 James Wheeler Way in Belle Glade.
Deputy Ford had served with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office for 14 years. He is survived by his wife and son.
Beginning in early 2020, due to the requirements of their job, thousands of law enforcement officers and other first responders throughout the United States contracted COVID-19 during the worldwide pandemic. Hundreds of law enforcement officers died from medical complications as a result of contracting the virus while remaining on duty and interacting with the community.
Bio
- Age 50
- Tour 14 years
- Badge Not available
Incident Details
- Cause COVID19
Most Recent Reflection
View all 38 ReflectionsMy family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Maurice Ford 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 Maurice Ford.
Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit Police Officer Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04
November 3, 2020
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