Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Well, 27 years and a couple of excellent therapists later, I am finally ready to post a reflection. Brian was my big brother and best friend. He was there for me through everything for my entire life. We had endless stories of our childhood escapades. Mostly, they are too painful to try to remember. When Brian died, I shut down in a way. I tried to put it all out of my mind. Life didn’t seem very fun anymore.

To the firefighter who posted, thank you. You are all very brave and risked your lives. Your story horrifies me but it also makes me feel better in a way. You make me feel loved. You tried to save him and to save his family from loss. You cared. Again, thank you.

Natalie, if you are interested in contacting me, I am open to that.

I am finally doing better but it is hard. So hard.

Angel (Meilbeck) Angel
Brian’s Sister

October 27, 2024

I really don't know what to say. I have missed Brian every day for the last 27 or so years. He is my hero and hopefully an inspiration to all that knew him. I cherish the times we spent together before his untimely death. I am so proud of him but I miss him so much every day. You have a fantastic son Brian who misses as much as I do. R. I. P. Brian.

Harry A. Meilbeck
Brian's father

October 27, 2024

Deputy Sheriff Meilbeck rest in peace.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 1, 2024

Yours was the first LE funeral I attended, Brian. I graduated from the academy the prior year. Little did I know that I would attend the funeral of my academy-mate, Ofc. Emily Morgenroth (Sacramento PD), 6 months after yours.

Rest well, Hero...

Steve Johanson

July 30, 2023

Deputy Sheriff Meilbeck,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens Yuba County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

April 1, 2022

Wish you could have had a long and successful career. Keep looking over your famy from above.

Don Ruddick
Sacramento Sheriff’s Office

January 13, 2022

A little over 22 years and I still think of you every day. A "funny" I know only you would get, an amazing view or awesome sunset, your blooming azaleas every year. Never forgotten. We love you and wish everyday that you were here.

N
Friend

August 18, 2019

A little over 22 years and I still think of you every day. A "funny" I know only you would get, an amazing view or awesome sunset, your blooming azaleas every year. Never forgotten. We love you and wish everyday that you were here.

N
Friend

August 18, 2019

Thank you for everyone who keeps posting on here over the years. I often forget about this page because its still hard to face facts, but it does help reading these once and awhile, even though it brings me to tears. Thanks everyone for your thoughts. I'm doing good and I hope you guys are too. Once again thanks.

Cameron Meilbeck
Son

July 30, 2019

I was one of 3 Firefighters, who responded to the shooting of Brian. We were posted around the block waiting for the all clear to roll up, when Dispatch came on yelling "Shots fired, officer down"..... the chill in her voice...... we looked at each other and said, "lets go". Soon as we pulled up Brian's training officer, Jimmy Downs, started yelling at us to get the H@*! Out . We spotted Brian on the ground next to the house and with out a second thought, said we have to get him.
Curt pulled in front of the house next door and we jumped out. I went into auto pilot, almost out of the police academy, and got to his side . The ambulance pulled up and Russ and I grabbed him and scrambled to the ambulance.
It's been 21 years today.... on a day much like today.... sunny... I still remember it like it was today....looking into his face, talking to him at the station...Great Man who left us to soon.

Former Olivehust Fire
Friend

April 1, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother LEO. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

April 1, 2018

Brian was a friend and an academy classmate and law enforcement brother. I see his face inside my locker every time I open it. It serves as an every day reminder of the sacrifice he made and the vulnerabilities we all face when we serve. Be safe my brothers. RIP Brian

Sgt. Ron Cannon
Placerville Police Department

April 2, 2017

Brian: I think of you at every class reunion I attend. Your picture is always posted and when classmates have asked what happened to you, I tell them. I'll never forget you dressing up as a nun for Halloween while we attended Catholic school together.

Kevin Fleming, Corrections Officer
Michigan Department of Corrections

January 4, 2017

It has been 19 years. It was my sons first day on duty by himself. He responded to the call too. I will never forget that day.
Deputy Brian Meilbeck, Thank you for your service, RIP

Debbie Criswell

April 1, 2016

I went to the Police Academy at the Sacramento Public Safety Center we were in class 16. He was from Michigan and had come to California to go to school and have a better life. I remember having a great time with him on Lake Tulloch prior to graduation. After graduation he joined me at Yuba County. I have thought about him everyday ever since and will never forget him.

Parole Agent Kirby
Comrade

April 8, 2014

You are missed and thought of every day.

Shelina
Friend

June 1, 2012

Brian was an honest to goodness good guy. He often put others before himself. One night I was booking evidence and had not eaten yet, we were going call to call. Dispatch was sending me to a fight call, I was mumbling under my breathe how hungry I was as I packed up my stuff. Brian and his training officer were just coming in with their dinner. Brian gave me half of his hamburger, and told me to be safe. Not many would do that.
He was a great friend that us missed.

Reseeve Deputy Sheriff Steve Elias
April 1, 1997 -Yuba County SO

April 2, 2012

I remember Pranks in the moonlight on M's  field of dreams.

Cb tag...... hiding in discovery park

I remember you thinking your lil red escort was a 4wd and an RV 

I remember late night road trips to bodega bay

I remember rafting on the American river, filling water balloons with empty wine cooler bottles....and that three person sling shot 

I remember cracking up at your impromptu surveillance , thinking you just couldn't wait to play with the gadgets in your future squad car.         ( inspector gadget)

I remember you wanting your jelly to cover the entire piece of toast.... I mean really? Lol

I remember your beautiful wedding.

I remember our kids only a few months apart , yours with the straight blonde and mine w the curly q's

I remember your silly sense of humor.... making me laugh when I tried so hard to be serious.

I remember our mixed tapes.....

You teaching me to snorkel at loon lake......burrrrrrrrrrrr

You were an amazing soul , loved by all those you've touched.

I miss you my friend, you will never be forgotten.

T. Rodriguez

Teri Rodriguez
Friend

March 30, 2012

thank you guys for all your comments. i will meet you sometime in life. email me if you guys have any stories or thing like that, i still dont know much about him besides that im just like him haha

cameron meilbeck
brians son

January 25, 2012

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

Officer 11169

January 23, 2012

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

My heart aches for what might have been in your life. Your loved ones, especially your son, are in my prayers today as this sad anniversary arrives yet again.

RIP brother.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

April 1, 2011

I didn't find out whom you were until not too long ago, When I went into the Yuba County Sheriff's office for a ride along. Your photo was on the wall in the lobby. Along with YCSO Deputy Don Brown's photo. I then wanted to know who you were, what your history was and what was your purpose. After reading and hearing of things about you and how your life was taken. Although I have always wanted to be a sheriff...You your self Inspired me more to become a one. The Fact your life was taken angers, sadens, and inspires me. To help take out the bad people in this world. I am now a cadet with Yuba County and I look at your photo everytime I go in....I Thank you for the inspiration. And for your service. May you never be forgotten and your soul live in peace. R.I.P. 550

Anonymous

January 18, 2011

Brian,

I can't belive it has been 13 years. I think of you every day, and I miss you BROTHER!

To Brian's son. I'm sure you know, but your dad was very proud of you and loved you very much. You were the one constant during our conversations.

John Criswell
Yuba City Police Department (retired)

April 1, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

April 1, 2010

As April 1st closes in on us I am again reminded of your excitement of becoming an officer. We are so proud of you! It still hurts that you are not here sharing life with us. We miss you. We still laugh at so many things you said and did. You will not be forgotten! We continue to miss and love you.

Aunt & Uncle

March 26, 2010