Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A hero will never be forgotten, RIP Sir.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 20, 2012

Please attend a special event for Deputy JD Paugh on April 28, 2012. A celebration of JD's life from those of us who knew and worked with JD.

Michael Cardenaz, Chairman
Deputy JD Paugh Memorial Foundation

February 8, 2012

WE STILL TALK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY J.D.

DEPUTY SHERIFF ALAN SPENCE
R.C.S.O

February 2, 2012

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Deputy Paugh. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for JD he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember JD's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that JD's life was about so much more than the way he died. JD will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Deputy Paugh, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been nine years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

February 1, 2012

J.D.,
Its been a little over a month now but it seems like just yesterday we were waking up on a Sunday morning and hearing the dreadful news. There isnt a day goes by that your name isnt mentioned at the sub or at the L.E.C.. We sure do miss the hell out of ya man. I know you saw it all from above but the community sure stood proud of you as did we. Take it easy upstairs man and we will see you again one day. Dont forget us because we sure will never forget you. We miss ya buddy.

Deputy William Hultman
Richmond County Sheriff's Office Crime Suppression Team

December 2, 2011

For anyone who believes the police have lost their way...this man reflects the commitment that we all want to have. Taking his own time he stops to help someone in need, and the "victim" takes his life. You will be honored in heaven brother! No one can take that from you.

Officer Schneider
Calgary Transit

November 21, 2011

On behalf of the men and women who proudly serve the Sandy Springs Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Paugh's family, friends, and co-workers with the Richmond County Sheriff's Department. Now our brother in blue you can walk Heaven's beat. RIP Deputy Paugh.

Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, Georgia

November 11, 2011

How many times do we as citizens pass by others thinking, wait until a police officer arrives, they can safely take care of whatever. This just shows that an officer never knows what he's going to find when he approaches a vehicle like that. And we think it's safer for him? God Bless this officer and all others like him that take those risks every day.

I was once blessed on an Interstate highway when a state trooper stopped to change a tire for me. Took him 20 minutes, would've taken me forever. I could've been in trouble if the wrong people had stopped to"help me". I sent him a gift card for a restaurant where he and his wife like to eat.(he in no way requested it) It doesn't really seem like enough does it?

S Kelly, citizen

November 9, 2011

Thank You brother for your many years of service. For that, we are all eternally grateful. Please do us a favor and watch over us as you walk the Beat of Heaven. Godspeed.

K. Jarrell, Officer
HPPD

November 8, 2011

Thankyou for your service, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family during these tragic times.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

November 8, 2011

Thank you for your service and trying to protect the innocent!

POLICE EXPLORER
trenton police

November 7, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE,

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

November 7, 2011

Deputy Sheriff Paugh,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Richmond County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

November 6, 2011

Our deepest condolences to the dear family and son of Deputy Paugh. God Bless him for his service and the sacrifice he made to keep others safe. Rest in Peace Brother, hero's are never ever forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

November 4, 2011

Our entire staff sends our prayers to the family of Deputy Paugh and to the RCSO. Your bravery and service to this Country will always be remembered. RIP brother James.

Commander Griffin
MPS / DOPS Airport Protection Division

November 4, 2011

i have the utmost respect for all law enforcements officers; always have. i used to think that i would find one to spend my life with, but that never happened. i just wanted to try to express my gratitude to all law enforcement men and women. YOU ARE MY HEROES!!!!

carla
an admirer

November 4, 2011

To the family and friends of Deputy James Paugh, his fellow deputies , and most especially to Deputy Paugh:

We honor your service and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when J.D. was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of distinquished service J.D. gave to his community and the citizens of Georgia, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 23. 2011

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

November 3, 2011

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Deputy Sheriff James Paugh and the Richmond Country Sheriff's Office during this time. Thank you, Officer Paugh, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association

November 2, 2011

You stopped to assist and were instead confronted with a nightmare. You fought well and did us all a service that we will forever be in your debt. You are not forgotten.

Special Agent Vespucci
IRS-Criminal Investigation

November 2, 2011

This is a very brave man. I hope that the members of the community which he served truly appreciate his commitment and sacrifice for their safety. Every coworker and family member can be most proud to know that Deputy Paugh's actions were clearly a true testament of his character. I salute you for your bravery. May you rest in peace in a special place. May your bravery, commitment and sacrifice never be forgotten! My condolences to all of your family and coworkers. AC

Corporal
Pennsylvania State Police

November 1, 2011

Rest in peace, Brother.

Police Officer
Chicago Police

November 1, 2011

Dear Family, Friends and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff "JD" Paugh,
My deepest sympathy to each of you. Another Hero crossed the Thin Blue Line, to enter Heaven's Portals.. Please know that my heart breaks with yours. Thank you Officer Paugh for your Ultimate Sacrifice. May God give those you left behind the Peace that can only come from Him..You are one of our Forever Hero's. Because our Hero's live forever in our heart's and memories. I salute you Officer Paugh, for your service to your community and your Country..Rest in Peace, Sir. And watch over your loved ones you left behind..You took a part of their heart's with you, and left part of yours with them.. Family, you are in my prayers....

Carolyn Moore
Mother-in-Law of Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04

November 1, 2011

WE LOST A BROTHER THAT SATURDAY NIGHT AND HONORED HIM AS A HERO THE FOLLOWING THURSDAY. WHAT A SIGHT TO BEHOLD WHEN YOU SEE HUNDREDS OF PATROL CARS AND DOZENS OF PATROL MOTORCYCLES IN LINE WITH BLUE LIGHTS BLAZING................AND AMERICAN FLAGS EVERYWHERE...........R I P JD YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED!!!

DEPUTY ALAN W. MOFFETT
RICHMOND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

October 31, 2011

Deputy Paugh, thank you for your selfless service which went beyond your duty hours - always stopping to help whenever and wherever the need arose. Albany PD joins Richmond S/O in mouring the loss of one of our own. God bless you and your family, friends and all who work at Richmond S/O.

Maj. Russell Barnes
Albany Police, GA

October 31, 2011

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace in such incidents & our only real comfort comes from Him. May His strength, comfort & peace continue to be the sustaining force in the lives of all who knew this beloved officer; and may it somehow help to know they do not grieve alone.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD

October 30, 2011