Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

February 12, 2023

Fly high brother

Sgt D. Hart (Ret.)
Troy Police Dept

January 19, 2023

What can be said about a man volunteering to serve his community and making the ultimate sacrifice, other than 'thank you.' This nation could use more like him.

Condolences to the family and co-workers of Deputy Brad Miller, and thank you too.

Sgt. James Mair
Los Angeles Sheriff Dept & Denver Police Dept (Ret.)

December 23, 2022

RIP my old friend. We worked together for GM and then as Reserve Deputies for many years. All those times you rode me I never doubted you had my back.

Burt Franklin, former reserve Deputy
Maury county Sheriff Department

December 23, 2022

RIP Reserve Deputy Miller. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Maury County

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

December 22, 2022

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whose blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.
Columbia, SC

December 20, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Reserve Deputy Brad Miller. I am so sorry for your loss. The service and sacrifice of Deputy Miller will not be forgotten.

Deborah C.
Wife, Mother, Aunt of LEOs
Maryland

December 19, 2022

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

December 19, 2022

Deputy Miller,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain

Pittsburgh PD

December 18, 2022

Deputy Miller, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

December 17, 2022

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 16, 2022

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret)
Nassau County Police Department, New York.

December 16, 2022

Rest in Peace Brother in Blue.

“Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Children of God.” Matthew 5:9

Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

December 16, 2022

On behalf of POINT 27, we would like to offer condolences for Reserve Deputy Brad Miller. Please know we are eternally grateful for Brad’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Reserve Deputy Miller, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Maury County Sheriff's Office in Columbia, Tennessee for Brad’s partner and fellow deputies. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Reserve Deputy Brad Miller’s wife.

POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison

December 15, 2022

Father in Heaven Bless the soul of this thy servant, Deputy Brad Miller and keep him with you always. Bless his family and loved ones that are left without him. Give then strength and courage as they grieve their loss. This we ask in thy Holy name, Amen.

George E. Martin, Sr.
Chaplain

December 15, 2022

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

December 15, 2022

Rest in Peace, Reserve Deputy Miller. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

December 15, 2022

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Deputy Miller.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

December 15, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Assistant Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (ASAC)
New York Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service

December 15, 2022

Reserve Deputy Brad Miller, I am so sorry that you lost your life just doing your job. I will pray for your family as they learn to live without you. May God Bless you and your family. I thank you for your many years of service to all of us. Rest in Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Hudson, FL

December 15, 2022

Deepest sympathy to the family of Deputy Miller, Maury County Sheriff’s Office, Tennessee. May GOD give peace, comfort, and understanding to his family, friends, and associates for their loss. RIP Brother.

Chaplain Terry L. Longacre
Manor Township Police Department (Retired), Lancaster, County, Pennsyl

December 14, 2022

Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America’s Peace Officers leave home without the fear of not returning at the end of their watch. It is a fear that is lived daily. Unfortunately, the worst does sometimes come to pass, and lives are left shattered. Lord God, bless and keep the hearts and souls of those who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. Wipe away the tears from their eyes. Soothe their pain and bind up their emotional wounds through the wounds of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. In His name, I pray. Amen.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, NCCA, FCPO-USA
The Steven R. Closs Ministries
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department

December 14, 2022

Rest in Peace Reserve Deputy Brad Miller! Thank you for your 19 years of service with the Maury County Sheriff's Office, in Tennessee. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your wife, your two children, your four grandchildren, and your one great-grandchild during this terrible tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers go out to the rest of your family and to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Kelly & Eddie King

December 14, 2022

Rest in peace Deputy Miller. May God comfort your immediate family and fellow colleagues. Thank you Sir for your service and sacrifice.

Former reserve Deputy ( OCSO) FL Eddie A
Osceola county Sheriff's office

December 14, 2022

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

December 14, 2022