Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

10-28-2024-The tragic death of Deputy Walden resulted in me becoming the step-son of his widow, Mrs. Ruth Walden Smith, in 1960. I could not have had a more wonderful Mother had I been able to go out and select one. She loved me like one of her other 4 sons and guided me through those sometimes cumbersome teenage years. And years later until her passing provided me with invaluable counsel. I still miss her.//

Raymond K. (Bud) Smith
Georgia State Board of Pardons & Paroles-Retired Parole Officer

October 28, 2024

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Walden.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 14, 2019

Alfred C. "Dick" Walden, III, your son, was my husband. Your tragic death greatly changed the lives of all your family. He has passed away now, also, but he missed you for the rest of his life.

Nell Walden
Son's Wife

August 27, 2018

I had the honor and privilege of riding in your memory during the Law Enforcement United Road to Hope bicycle ride May 10-12, 2018 from Chesapeake VA to Washington DC.

You grandson Jeff attended the arrival and was given a memorial band that I wore throughout the ride and a memorial flag.

Gone, but not forgotten and remember for your sacrifice.

PO Steven Bissett
Norfolk Police Department

May 16, 2018

Though I did not know you, you produced the greatest grandfather who ever lived. I thank you for your short time on earth and hope I can live up to your legacy of great men.

Andrew Walden
Great-grandson

August 4, 2015

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 18, 2015

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 57th anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

November 25, 2012

Rest in Peace, Deputy Walden. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 1, 2012

Deputy Walden, I did not know you, but I have known one of your sons, Val, for many years, and maintain contact with him. Having been a Base policeman for a short time in Cuba, and Chief of a Private Scurity Agency, I have a tiny inkling of what sworn officers face every day. The best man at my wedding, an Atlanta Officer, took two .25 caliber slugs, but thankfully survived. My condolences and best wishes to your family.

H Stan Boring PHC USN (Ret)
US Navy

March 28, 2010

Deputy Walden, God Bless you and your family. How difficult it must have been for your family. I hope they have made you proud.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE/PUT

December 24, 2009

My sincere condolences to his three sons.

janet walden mullinax

January 31, 2005

May God bless your family and thank you for putting on the badge.

Res. Officer Kyle Flud
Langley Police Dept- Langley, OK

July 20, 2004