Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As a daughter of a Bibb County Sheriff's Deputy, I send my thoughts and prayers to your family. I could never imagine the pain you are going through. It takes a special person to do this kind of work. God Bless you.

Shannon McDade

March 27, 2006

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." This is what Joe Whitehead was all about. He was totally committed to serving and protecting not only his family and friends, but all of the citizens of Macon, Bibb County, and surrounding areas. I met Joe 2 years ago and the one thing that I remember most is his smile. Although I did not know him for a long period of time, I thank God for giving me the opportunity to meet Joe.
My heart and prayers go out to Joe's family and all of the men and women of the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. God bless all of you.

Wayne Watson
Middle GA REACT

March 27, 2006

To the family of Deputy Whitehead, over the last several days I have read the condolences online and people definetly thought alot of your husband, father and friend. I am so sorry for your loss, but God definetly gained another angel in heaven. May God be with your family during this difficult time.

Niece of a Deputy Sheriff/Rianna Brannen
Macon

March 27, 2006

My heart is heavy because of the tremendous loss to this family and community. I offer my prayers for the strength of those who served with Officer Whitehead and a special prayer to the family for strength and courage to face the future.

Rev. Ronald toney
Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church

March 27, 2006

To the Whitehead family, I feel so deeply for the loss of Joseph. I pray that God guides you through your devestating loss. There are no words for what and how I feel for you all. However, I want you to know that your Hayiya Dance family and I grieve with you and we praying that the Lord continues to give you strength and understanding.

Pilar Wilder
Hayiya Dance Theatre

March 27, 2006

We remembered when we first moved in the neighborhood.We had some problems and along came a man that we didn't know, wanting to help.He introduced himself and from then on when we saw him he would smile and wave. He would look out for us and he will be a missed angle. To the family hold on. Your angle is in god's hands now. We are here to support you .

Mr&Mrs.Avery Hill

March 27, 2006

RIP, May God Bless Your Family.

Taka Woodard
Deputy Wife

March 27, 2006

Many times we take those who swore to protect and serve for granted. I dont know Deputy Whitehead, but knowing this officer put his life on the line for me and you to live a better life is a blessing. I pray that his family stays strong through this tough time, and know that Deputy Whitehead is looking down upon us. Keep his memory alive and lets pray that justice is served.

Anquan

Anquan Sermons
Enterprise Rent-a-car

March 27, 2006

It has been an Honor and priviledge to have served with you. I admire a person that will stand for what they believe, and not harbor a proud/selfish spirit. Whitehead you are that type person. I will always remember the laughs that we, as well as the rest of the unit have shared together, and the commitment to duty that you have always displayed. You have always displayed the character that has brought nothing but honor to yourself and your loved ones, which I commend you for. I only hope and pray as we part for now, hate does not consume us, and we continue our mission here on this earth as God would have us do."THE DEVIL IS A LIAR AND THE TRUTH AIN'T IN HIM". You will be missed but always remembered.
REST IN PEACE and may God bless you and your family that's left behind.

Lieutenant Mike Holt
Bibb County Sheriff's Office

March 27, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the family of Deputy Whitehead. We will not forget you brother. Your life will always be remebered.

Officer J.D. Andresen
Atlanta PD

March 27, 2006

I did not know you, but I thank you for your dedication and sacrifice! Not to worry, my dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will continue your watch.

LaWanda Ross
Citizen

March 27, 2006

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. R.I.P. BROTHER OFFICER. NEVER FORGOTTEN.

DETECTIVE LIONEL GARRETT
INGLEWOOD POLICE DEPT.

March 27, 2006

The loss of any officer in the line of duty is tragic to the family, to the department represented and to the community he served. Deputy Whitehead's loss is particularly painful to this office as he was directly responsible for the successful prosecution of several defendants charged with criminal violations that we handled.

As an undercover officer, he put his life on the line many times to make Macon and Bibb County safe. I am confident the illegal drug activities he had a part in curtailing saved untold lives.

We will miss you and will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Well done Faithful Servant.

Otis Scarbary
Bibb County Solicitor-General

Otis Scarbary
Bibb County Solicitor-General

March 27, 2006

To Officer Whitehead's family. I am sincerely sorry for your loss. I didn't know him, but my Immediate Supervisor did, and he stated what a fine person Officer Whitehead was. I feel your grief because I lost my son last year.

Darnell M. Cummings
Ga. Lottery Corporation

March 27, 2006

There is nothing worse than losing a husband, a father, a brother, a co- worker, etc... I have not had the chance to meet deputy Whitehead, but I feel it is my obligation to let he and his family no that there is no job left unseen in the eyes of the Lord. Deputy Whitehead died in the line of duty. His aim was to protect and serve in and in the mist of that he was called home. I have deepest sympathy for the family and friends of Deputy Whitehead, and may the Lord carry you through this hard time.

Katrena of Warner Robins

March 27, 2006

Deputy Whitehead you will truly be missed. This job is a calling, and you were doing your duty to make Macon a safer place. I am sure that you are in a much better place.

Matthew 5:9 - Blessed are the peacekeepers for they are the children of god

K9 Handler Justin Seymour
Georgia Tech PD

March 27, 2006

I am writing to honor the memory of Deputy Whitehead. I did not know him. I do know that he was protecting all that I hold dear and I will hold his family in my prayers. I want to let his wife and children know that I appreciate his willingness to give up his life to make our city a safer place. In a world of crime and hate you can still find people trying to make things better. I appreciate you, Officer Whitehead, and your loved ones.

March 27, 2006

My condolences to the family of Deputy Sheriff Whitehead. May God give strength to everyone of you. Deputy Whitehead followed his heart and pursued his dream as we all do

MPO/Detective Ubaldo Rios
DeKalb County Police Dept

March 27, 2006

As a wife of a previous law enforcement officer, I know how difficult a tradgedy like this is for the family, friends, and other officers. I pray that God will watch over them and hold them close to Him during this time. As for Deputy Whitehead, he has now crossed to a place where we all long to be.

Ashley Harrington

March 27, 2006

To the Family of Deputy Whitehead,
I am the widow of Deputy Thomas Brad Vaughn. Brad and Joe worked together at Central and then again at the Sheriff's Dept. Although Brad did not fall in the line of duty, his love of his job kept him committed to the very end. Rest in the fact that they died LOVING what they did and that they did it for YOU!!!! You, his family, was the reason he went each day and fought for what was right. Also know that the Lord will sustain you and keep you til you can once again be with him. Nothing happens without a reason and although the grief will be great and understanding may never come, ALWAYS know of his love for you and your children. I share your grief and live with loss and questions every day. But I also know that as Deputies wives WE know that OUR HUSBANDS are HEROS of a very special kind. Also, raise your children in that HERO spirit and always remember that YOU are a hero too. We your Sheriff's Dept. family will help to carry you when you feel you can no longer go on and we will keep Joe's memory alive in the heart of the community that he so proudly served and died. Our thoughts and prayers go with you during these most difficult times and know we will always be there for you.
Sara, Ross and Rachel Vaughn
The Family of
Deputy Thomas Brad Vaughn

Sara Vaughn/Widow of Deputy T. B. Vaughn
Bibb County Sheriff's Dept.

March 27, 2006

May God hold you all in the comfort of his arms.

Deputy Doris Brookins
Greene County Sheriff's Office (Greensboro, GA)

March 27, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Joseph Whitehead, and the Bibb County Sheriff's Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Deputy Whitehead, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

March 27, 2006

Deputy Whitehead,
I will miss seeing your smiling face. That is my fondest memory of you. Many times when I would leave work the Drug Unit would be out in the back getting ready to do a search warrant, or go out on a special detail. I would always pray that everyone would be safe. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Love, Regina Stokes

Office Deputy, Regina Stokes
Bibb County Sheriff's Office

March 27, 2006

We'll miss Joe. He was a kind man, as well as an exceptional deputy. Macon has truly lost one of her finest.

Susan Long, Mall Manager
Macon Mall

March 27, 2006

As quick as your watch ended your new one begins,,, watch over us and guide us the end of our daily shifts,,, Rest my brother

Lt Chuck Evans
Lawrenceburg PD (Ind)

March 27, 2006