Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest In Peace Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton! Thank you for your 1 year & 7 months of service with the Preble County Sheriff's Office, in Ohio and for your service as a United States Navy Reserve and Army National Guard Veteran. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your daughter, your parents and your friends during this terrible tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers also go out to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

December 19, 2023

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time..

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

December 19, 2023

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends.
Thank you for your unselfish service to protect your community.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

December 19, 2023

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. "In valor there is hope."

Recruit N. George
Albany County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Institute Session 6.

December 19, 2023

God Bless you and your family.

Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)

December 19, 2023

God Bless you and your family.

Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)

December 19, 2023

Rest in Peace Deputy Hamilton.Thank You For Your Service. My Condolences to the Family, Friends and Colleagues.

Fire Crew Officer J Ross
CDCR

December 19, 2023

Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America’s Peace Officers leave home without the fear of failing to return 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, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.

Scripture Supporting the Law Enforcement Mission:

“So those who refuse to obey the laws of the land are refusing to obey God, and punishment will follow. For the policeman [peace officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don’t want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman [peace officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [the peace officer] will have you punished. He [the peace officer] is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should.” [Romans 13:2-5 TLB]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
Ordained Christian Global Outreach Minister No. 36526
Intercessor for America’s Peace Officers
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

December 18, 2023

Far too young!

W. B. Listul
Colo Spgs PD, retired (1989-2020)

December 18, 2023

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of Preble County Sheriff's Office, Ohio.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

December 18, 2023

Rest in Peace Deputy Hamilton. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Hamilton Family and the Preble County Sheriff's Office.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

December 18, 2023

Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton Your life and service will never be forgotten. To Deputy Hamilton’s family and the Preble County Sheriff's Office family, my heart goes out to you all in this loss of your son, husband, father and brother. Keep your memories close to your heart and cherish them. Josh is always with you!

May time heal and the memories rein forever.

CID Sgt. Thomas Cochran, Jr
Somervell County Sheriff’s Office

December 18, 2023

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

December 18, 2023

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 18, 2023

Deputy Hamilton,

This is a difficult time of year to lose someone, especially so close to Christmas. I will be praying for your parents and your daughter, as well as all your friends, loved ones and colleagues. Thank you so much for your service to our country and to the people of Preble County. Rest in peace.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. – Matthew 5:9

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

December 18, 2023

Rest in peace Deputy Hamilton.Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God comfort your loved ones and fellow colleagues.

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

December 18, 2023

First met Josh at Miami University and a few years later attended Basic Peace Officer academy at GCCC in the same class. Was a true man of character who dedicated his life to family, country, and his community. Josh was always full of laughs and brought positivity into every room.

Praying for your daughter, family, and members of the Preble County Sheriff’s Office during this difficult time.

Deputy L.
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office (OH)

December 18, 2023

the good Lord was needing another angel to watch over us. Thank you for your service, rest in peace. The guys and gals in law enforcement will take it from here. God Bless you and your family

SUSAN JOHNSON
Retired Law Enforcement Dispatcher

December 18, 2023

RIP Deputy Hamilton my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother we have the watch.

Terry F ZECH Ofc Ret
Department of Veterans Affairs Police Detroit Michigan

December 18, 2023

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Hamilton.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 18, 2023

Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

Correctional Officer Paul Schanno
Hennepin County (Minneapolis)- Adult Corrections Facility

December 18, 2023

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 PD, NY

December 18, 2023

Thank you for your service Deputy Hamilton. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow deputies during this time.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

December 18, 2023

Rest in Peace, Deputy!

Ptl B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

December 18, 2023

On behalf of the men and woman of the Franklin County Sheriff's Office, the Deputy Joshua Hamilton family and the entire Preble County Sheriff's Office is in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless your service and sacrifice!

Chief Deputy Jim Gilbert
Franklin County Sheriff's Office (OHIO)

December 18, 2023