Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I dont know you, never had the honor to meet you, but as a daughter of a police officer, a fellow public safety employee, and most of all a mom of 2 lil boys, I want to thank you for the serice you have provided. Before you left us, you took a bad man off the streets and for that I thank you, you continue to protect our community even when you are leaving your family behind. May your family find peace and strength in knowing that becuase of you there is one less bad guy on the streets. You are a hero and will be remembered with great honor. thank you..with love~ christi

Christi Busch
A mom, A firefighter, a daughter, and girlfriend

October 23, 2011

Our family extends our sympathies and prayers to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff James Paugh. May God bring you comfort in the days and years ahead.

Melinda Morrell
Stepmom survivor
Officer Brian Walsh
Federal Way Police Dept.
Federal Way, WA
EOW 3-21-10

Melinda Morrell
Police officer survivor

October 23, 2011

Depuy Paugh was a fine deputy on his way home from working a special. Although he was not dispatched, he observed what appeared to be a citizen in need of assistance and stopped to help. Before he could even place the kickstand down on his motorcycle, he was fired upon. JD was able to return fire but after being shot multiple times was not able to survive. He is in our heart, thoughts and prayers as are his family, friends and all members of the RCSO.

They always knew they could be
They never thought they would be
God knows none ever should be
Killed in the line of duty

... Some made their final stand
Their profession’s last demand
They fell with gun in hand
Killed in the line duty

A routine to many a cop
Some made one final stop
Someone’s Mom or Pop
Killed in the line of duty

Others answered one last call
To a robbery, theft, or brawl
They arrived only to fall
Killed in the line of duty

Some were dressed in brown, some blue
Some in gray, and plain clothes too
Some were dressed like me and you
Killed in the line of duty

May their souls be forever blessed
For they who are now at rest
Died doing what they loved best
Killed in the line of duty

Forgotten they never could be
Forgotten they never should be
Thought they never would be
Killed in the line of duty

God bless all those who fell
They are missed and loved so well
Let us pray and toll the bell
Those killed in the line of duty

Amen

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
... Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

Deputy Sheriff Lewis Blanchard
Taliaferro County Sheriff's Office / Friend

October 23, 2011

You have fought the good fight & won the race. Thank you for your service. You will be greatly missed.

Co. Police Officer Z.M. Neefe
Lankford Protective Services Company Police

October 23, 2011

JD .....when i received the text about your passing I was in disbelief , so many memories of you flooded my mind , I am saddened that we have lost you my friend and in such a senseless way ...the last time i saw you was sitting in the computer room doing a report with the general chit chat about the people that cant seem to drive around here ....I cant imagine what must have been going through your mind as the first shot rang out ....I only know that none of us here on the department will ever forget you my friend and we will for years to come tell stories about you and the things that you said and did ....Rest peacefully T-31............

Deputy Jay Rawlings
Richmond County Sheriff's Office

October 23, 2011

Thought and Prayers are out to the friends, family of JD and to the Richmond County Sheriff's Department. I have already heard several stories of what kind of person JD was - all of which was good. Law enforcement lost a good one today. RIP.

SSG Chris Chavous
Aiken County Sheriff's Office

October 23, 2011

As an ex-motor officer I know how critical the time and the danger is just as you're bringing your motor to a stop behind an offender. You did good brother, returning fire on the suspect evenm after being mortally wounded. God bless you and your family.

Ken Gregory Commander
orange county sheriffs office

October 23, 2011

God be with you Deputy Paugh, thank you for keeping us safe at night. RIP!

OFC Thompson
Fort Myer Police, VA

October 23, 2011

Deputy Paugh my brother may you rest in peace. May GOD almighty comfort and surround your family with his loving arms.

Officer Roy Shriver
North Enid Police Department - North Enid, Ok

October 23, 2011

Deputy Paugh, I hope you are now resting in peace. As a brother in law enforcement it hurts to hear another officer is down. Thank you for your valor and ultimate sacrifice brother, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. My deepest condolences to Deputy's Paugh family and Sheriff's Department.

Officer Marcelo Aranda
Kentwood Police Department

October 23, 2011

Deputy Paugh (JD), was a deputy that loved everything from his heart. He was committed to whatever he did and a friend to all. He loved his family,friends and knew how to have fun and never met a stranger. He took his job serious and was committed to it. He will certainly be missed and was loved by all. RIP JD and I know God has a special place for you. You will be missed by many but never forgotten. My prayers to the family and friends who have heavy hearts this morning. JD God as well as all those you left behind are honoring you and If I could speak for God I am sure he is saying "Well done, you are a good and faithful servant".

Cynthia Story
Dept. of Corrections/ Friend

October 23, 2011

My heart is breaking once again....I am praying for comfort and support for all that know and love you Deputy Paugh. Your bravery and sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten !!!

kathy stevenson wife of fallen officer
Sgt. Howard K. Stevenson EOW 1/9/05

October 23, 2011

RIP BROTHER MAY ALL YOUR LOVED ONES AND BROTHER OFFICERS HAVE PEACE. THANK GOODNESS YOU GOT HIM BEFORE HE HARMED SOMEONE ELSE.

Major Larry C. Miller
Lee Co Sheriffs (retired)

October 23, 2011

Rest in peace, sir. Thank you for all you've done.

D. McGrath

October 23, 2011

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

October 23, 2011

J.D. gave his life in service to others and I am proud to say that I knew him. He will be greatly missed in our community and in the lives of family and friends alike. I am honored to have called you friend J.D.! Rest well!

Kim Jarnagin
Friend

October 23, 2011

May you rest in Peace. Thank you for the service to our community. God Bless you and your family.

TGentry
Scan Augusta

October 23, 2011

Thank you for your years of dedication and service to your community. You shall be sorely missed and never forgotten. May God watch over your family and protect them. Brother, we now have the watch. Godspeed.

Deputy R. L. Matthews NC
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05

October 23, 2011

Rest in peace Deputy....my thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of the RCSO during this most difficult and tragic time...

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret.
Jackson, NJ PD

October 23, 2011

You are a hero and will never be forgotten. Ride on into the heavens brother.

Sgt. SG
St. Louis Metropolitan Police

October 23, 2011

Deputy Paugh you are a true hero, god bless you, and your family, RIP.

Sgt. Mark Tamlyn
Mich State Police

October 23, 2011

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of Officer
Paugh.
Please lift up all of his co-workers in the Police Department. Give them strength to be strong
in the loss of there fellow officer.

Joel Peney (Retired)
Fort Lauderdale Police Dept.

October 23, 2011

Deputy Sheriff is in Heaven now.I had lost a good Officer in 2000;also,shot & killed by a man from another.The Officer's NAME: Jim Sales.May God give you peace & God Bless you all,thru this time of Grief.

Linda Short
just a friend

October 23, 2011

RIP Sheriff Paugh. Condolences to your family, friends and co-workers. A hero in life not death.

Angela Perentesis SDO
York Regional Police, Ontario, Canada

October 23, 2011

The will of good must triumph over evil. Whenever we lose another brother in law enfocement there is resolution that the life we have chosen has many sacrifices, but none are more sacred to us than this. We pray this officer has a long journey in heaven as he watches over the rest of us. Our condolences go to his family and we want them to remember that this young man was a hero and will forever be a part of our brotherhood.

God Bless.

Retired 1Lt. Chuck Hewett
Hall County Sheriff's Office

October 23, 2011