Deputy Sheriff Donald Raymond Gilreath, III

Donald Raymond Gilreath, III

Deputy Sheriff Donny Gilreath died from complications as the result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty at the Hamilton County Justice Center.

Deputy Gilreath had served with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office for 15 years. He is survived by his wife, three children, and sisters.

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.