Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

11 years you served your community, in a few minutes, it was gone. To those you served, and those you served with, as well as your family,your dedication to duty will always be remembered.

Officer Scott Parker
Covington Police Department, Texas

April 7, 2006

It is with great sadness that I learned of your death. You will be sadly missed by the ACHS Class of 87. We pray strength for your family.

Robin Randolph-Henderson
1987 Classmate

April 7, 2006

JOE

NOT A DAY HAS GONE BY THAT YOUR NAME HAS NOT BEEN SPOKEN, WE MISS YOU AND ALWAYS WILL , A FELLOW BIBB COUNTY DEPUTY

A FRIEND
BIBB COUNTY SO

April 7, 2006

Thanks for the service, you will never be forgotten-you are a hero forever

Officer Nicholas Clatfelter
Southern View Police Department

April 7, 2006

Hey Joe, a week ago yesterday (Wednesday), we layed your body down to rest eternally. It was one of Bibb County's darkest hours, however your wife was a rock at the ceremony. The service was more than a regular memorial service, it was a great celebration of your life and of your career. I was so proud to be your brother in law enforcement. Your family is going to be fine (from seeing all of your brothers in color, and your family in turn out). During that time of memorial being one of the darkest hours, I believe it turned into a great hour of time. Also Joe, I just thought I would let you know it is truly amazing how many people you have touched. Joe you did a job here on earth that is very commendable and we all at Bibb County are going strive to keep it at the standard you had, we all know how dedicated you were to family, God, and your country. Joe thank you for leading by your example. your friend and brother in law enforcement
A Bibb County Deputy Sheriff

Anonymous
Bibb County Sheriff Dept

April 6, 2006

God Bless You Brother-Rest In Peace

Deputy Jason Boesdorfer
Sangamon County Sheriff's Office

April 6, 2006

I never met you, but we are extended family. Your aunts husband is my great uncle. I am saddended by this loss, however you died for a great cause, securing a community for which you loved. We'll meet one day, in that great meeting in the sky, in a place called heaven.

Keith Jones
Morehouse College/Extended Family

April 6, 2006

God bless Dep. Whitehead for his service. May god be with he and his family and all other members of his department.

Ofc. Aaron P. Sparks
Gilmanton NH Police Department

April 6, 2006

On behalf of the Citrus County Sheriff's Office we offer our deepest sympathy to the family & friends.

Communications
Citrus County Sheriff's Office

April 4, 2006

To the Family if Deputy Joseph Whitehead I send you my deepest sympathy. God Bless Joe, we will take over your watch brother.

Trooper
New York State Police

April 4, 2006

Another brother behind the badge taken so soon. You have done your time here. Rest now. We will continue for you.

Members of the LaVergne Tn P.D

April 4, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes to officer whiteheads family. He was a brave and heroic man, and because of him I want to stop crime and join law enforcement.

NATHAN MILLWOOD

April 3, 2006

There is not an explanation, only questions why. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and fellow Officers. I know what you are going through, he is in a better place. He is on patrol on streets of gold.

Dep. Stafford
Wilson Co. Sheriff's Office

April 3, 2006

There was something about Deputy Joseph Whitehead that just drew people to him. He made me feel comfortable and safe around him, and I would have trusted him with my life without a second thought. He was a beautiful person who always greeted me with a smile and words of encouragement regardless of what kind of day he may have been having. I will forever remember him with his fiery eyes and hair like a lion's mane which reflected the great strength he possessed on the inside. I regret that I never told him I loved him as a brother and a mentor, but I am so glad I got the chance to thank him for all of his encouragement, patience, and for his faith in me.He may be gone in body, but he will forever be present in spirit. I love and miss you, Joe!

Deputy Tanya Lester
Bibb Co Sheriffs Office

April 3, 2006

To the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Whitehead, your loss is felt here at your Chicago family.

Police Officer
Chicago Police Department -011th District

April 2, 2006

To the family of Deputy Whitehead and the Bibb County S.D., I am so sorry for your loss. Joseph left as a hero and will always be in our thoughts. It's a shame that there are those in society who don't think twice about robbing the world of someone so brave. From the Albuquerque Police Department, our hearts go out to you.

Mara, wife of an officer
Albuquerque Police Department

April 2, 2006

My deepest sympathy goes out to Deputy Whitehead's family,friends and fellow officers. He was taken against our wishes, don't forget the sacrifice he gave. You will forever be honored. Rest in peace my brother. We will take it from here.


"Blessed be the peace-makers, for they shall be called the son's of GOD"

Officer C. McCleary
Colorado Springs Police Dept.

April 2, 2006

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family for your great loss.
May time and wonderful memories help to ease some of your pain.
Deputy Sheriff Joseph Whitehead is a hero.
God Bless you and be with you.

Sgt Jan Banks
Buncombe Co Sheriff's Dept

April 2, 2006

As a former law enforcement officer I would like to thank you for commiting your yourself to that duty and for being willing to lay down your life for the protection of your county.

US Navy

April 1, 2006

Thank you for your dedication. "In my hour of darkness, in my time of need, Oh Lord give me vision, Oh Lord give me speed."

Kathleen Roberts

March 31, 2006

Deputy Sheriff Whitehead,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Bibb County. And to your family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

March 31, 2006

Your life was taken in the service of others. However, your spirit lives on in all who continue your watch. May your family be comforted with that thought. God bless your soul. Rest easy, Brother...

K-9 Off. B. Rice
Irvington Police Department, NJ

March 31, 2006

To The family:
I can't imagine what you are going through , as close as I can come is the worry and fear I face everyday that Mike goes out "To Serve and Protect".
Although I didnt know him personally I see what a wonderful man he was by My boyfriends pain and sorrow of missing Joe.. God Bless you and may 10,000 angels including Joe watch over you and keep you safe. Dee macon Georgia

Dee a Deputy's Girlfriend

March 31, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Bibb County S.O

Fallen but never forgotten

Bryan Laurie
Haltom City Police Texas

March 31, 2006

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God." May you rest in peace my brother. You will never be forgotten. May the legacy you left behind carry on forever. I will never forget officer's like you. Until later, when we can walk a beat on heaven's streets together...

Officer Matthew B. Fisher
Kennesaw State University Police

March 31, 2006