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Deputy Sheriff John Henry Wiggins

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, November 25, 1916

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff John Henry Wiggins

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Wiggins.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 28, 2019

Rest in Peace My Brother.
We lost you so many years ago, but if we keep you in our hearts, you will never be forgotten.
I never got a chance to work with you, as you were taken from us so long ago.
But, you can rest knowing we are still keeping Desoto safe.
Rest in Peace my Brother.
We will walk the beat here, as we know you are walking the Golden Streets.
Rest In Peace My Brother.
We will never forget you.

Deputy Cliff Brown
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office

May 22, 2017

The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director, Steve Casey, Florida Sheriffs Association

April 6, 2017

Deputy Sheriff Wiggins,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of DeSoto County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 25, 2016

Dear Javier:

I am sorry it took several years for you to receive the well-deserved and long overdue recognition for your service and sacrifice. But I am also sorry for the blind eye that this nation has toward illegal immigrants who pollute our nation by committing horrific violent crimes, such as this. But this is not about vermin such as those who did this. It is a tribute to you and your family.
To serve one’s fellow countrymen with dedication and honor such as you did, in this day and age, is rare and commendable…unless one is a law enforcement officer. But I also want to send my prayers and condolences to your family and the U.S. Border Patrol, as I am certain both are still reeling from this event. May Almighty God bless them both, and you as well. I can hear the words now, of our Heavenly Father when you entered the Gates of Heaven: “Welcome Home”.

Rest in peace, we have the watch. “Above all else, honor”.

Sgt. Ron Tomassi, Retired
Lake Mary Police, Fl.

November 1, 2016

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 22, 2016

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