Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The department has felt such a tremendous loss. Our hearts go out to your family. Know that we are taking care of your dear wife and son. They are not alone. We are tirelessly seeking justice for you, Jeff. Give us your strength to get through this difficult time. May you rest in peace.

Deputy Sheriff
SSD

November 7, 2006

Rest in Peace and Watch over us brother, we'll take it from here.

Police Officer Carlos Gutierrez
KBPD

November 7, 2006

You, your family, your department, and the community that you served are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol & Brother of 2 Sac. Co. Deps.

November 6, 2006

Deputy Mitchell, my wife and I have been following this story since it broke,we never got the chance to meet you, but when we attended the celabration of you life at Raley Field on Friday November 3rd,while the the sun beemed on all that was in attendendence and we all know that it was that "MEGA WATT" smile that you were so well known for. after we left we felt like we knew you as a close friend. To you Mrs.Mitchell and to you Jake, I want you to know that when I suit up at night and Patrol the different sites that my company has I will be Keeping my eyes and Ears open for any thing that might help in bringing this coward to justice.
Deputy Sheriff Jeffery V.Mitchell I have your watch you can now look after your wife and son.
R.I.P

Joseph Darrell Hill
local security officer in sacramento county

November 6, 2006

To the family:
There are absolutely no words to help you feel better after this big loss. You are in my prayers as well as our hero Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Mitchell. Just think that he is in a better place looking down on us.


The Monument

I never dreamed it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face.

"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with their tears
We only had those few short years.

The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this thought in mind.

I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last.

by Sgt. George Hahn, LAPD (Retired)

Marisela Castro
Resident of Sacramento

November 6, 2006

To the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Mitchell,
My heart goes out to each and every one of you. May God be with you in the very many trying days ahead.
Reading the reflections left by everyone it is obvious Jeff was a good Deputy and wonderful man.

God Bless

SBSO Deputy's Wife and Police Dispatcher

November 6, 2006

To Jeff, His Family and His Friends:

I never had the opportunity to work with you, and we only met briefly at change of shift at RCCC.

Earlier this week, I spoke to a female whose life you impacted and saved but probably never even new it. Although she did not tell me her name, she told me this story.

About a week ago, Jeff stumbled into my life when I needed him the most. I was at my wits end and was done living this life. Jeff arrived as my, “Angel in Black”. He helped me through a tough time, and treated me with the dignity and respect that I didn’t even realize I deserved.

His kindness and gentle heart is the only reason I am standing before you today. I wish there was some way I could thank him for giving me a second chance at life. My heart goes out to the family of my "Angel in Black."

Deputy
SSD

November 5, 2006

Sir, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. I watched the memorial service on the internet just now and tears ran down my face, as they always do when a hero is taken from us. God Bless you and your family. May there be no more...

P1C
Albuquerque PD

November 5, 2006

Deputy Mitchell, your story touches me and inspires me to carry on with the task of protecting our nation. I pray for you and for your eternal peace. God speed brother.

To Deputy Mitchell's family, I pray for you and for your inexplicably difficult process of grieving ahead of you. The service was amazing and I hope it touched everyone there as it touched me. Jeff will never be forgotten...he is protected by our Almighty creater now..

Officer Fisher
MVPD

November 5, 2006

God Bless you and your family!

(C.I.N.T.)
SSD

November 5, 2006

Sir, I honor your service and your sacrifice. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9.

We have your watch. Rest in peace.

Master Officer T.D. Morton
Chesterfield, Va

November 5, 2006

We all just want to offer our love and friendship in your time of need.
God bless all the officers that risk their lives to protect and serve.

Michael
AA Builders

November 4, 2006

I read the sacramento bee today and read the article it touched my heart,thank you Jeffrey God Bless You and your Family.

jose trejo
A Caring Person

November 4, 2006

Jeff, I responded to the scene that night. My partners and I were coming from D6 at mach speed but it didn't seem fast enough at the time. You are our brother and always will be and your family is part of our family. You will forever be missed and honored as one of our Depatment's heroes.

Crystal, you know more than ayone what a great man Jeff is. You, Jake, and the rest of your family are part of our family. Please know that Jeff will be missed and forever in our memories and thoughts.

The coward that took Jeff's life will be found and brought to justice!

Deputy
SSD

November 4, 2006

I JUST WANTED ALL OF YOU TO KNOW THAT I PERSONALLY PRAY FOR EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU WHO SERVE OUR COUNTRY DAILY! I NEVER TAKE YOU OR YOUR JOB FOR GRANTED. WE ARE ALL SO BLESSED TO LIVE IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND HAVE THE BOUNTY OF BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN WHO SERVE AND PROTECT US DAILY. MAY THE GOOD LORD CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER YOU ALL.
AND A VERY SPECIAL HEART-FELT PRAYER FOR JEFF'S FAMILY. I ATTENDED THE MEMORIAL AND I AM STILL IN TOTAL AWE. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
HOLLY HARLAN
CITRUS HEIGHTS

HOLLY
CITIZEN

November 4, 2006

To those Jeffrey has left behind to go on without him, my thoughts and prayers will always be with you. You are not alone in this, even though you feel that you are. I know that Peter and other brothers and sisters in blue welcomed Jeffrey into Heaven with wide open arms. He made it just in time for Heaven's huge Halloween party.

I know your journey through grief and healing will be a long one and there will be many times you wish to give up, but don't. Jeffrey is smiling down on you and always will be. Please remember that everyday I kiss my LEO goodbye, I remember the one you have all lost. And I know Peter is showing him around Heaven and they've already found so much in common.

God bless you all. I will never forget Jeff's sacrifice for our country and his community, and I will not let others forget either. You are all in my prayers day and night

LEO Fiancee and friend of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05

November 4, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Mitchell's wife, family and the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. May you find strength in his courage!

~Rest in Peace Deputy Mitchell~

Rose Winick
Wives Behind The Badge

November 3, 2006

Deputy Jeff Mitchell

We will miss you brother. Rest in peace. It was a pleasure serving with you in the Air Force. My prayers go out to the family and to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department, god bless you all. I pray that the perpetrator be brought to justice quickly. You will be missed.

Patrol Officer Dwayne Beets
Rockford Police Department

November 3, 2006

Again we mourn the tragic loss as another hero is taken from us. Our deepest sympathy to the family, friends and department of Officer Mitchell. May the Lord give you all strength and peace during this very difficult time.

Officer Gil Farrulla and wife Jessica
Rocklin Police Department

November 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you rest in peace in the loving arms of the One who created you and loves you for eternity. May God bless your family at the painful time.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

November 3, 2006

Jeffrey,
Just know that you have touched people who you didn't even know. Your service was beautiful. I noticed that right after the helocopters flew over, I saw a single hawk circling above the arena. I pointed it out to a few more officers and we agreed that it was you.
My heart hurts for your wife and son. I had to call my own husband to tell him how much I love him. I will go home and embrase my boys.
Crystal, I pray that you will have strength. I can't express how sorry I feel for your loss. I fell confident that you will find closure once justice is served. Everyone in law enforcement has taken this personally and will work together to find the beast who killed Jeffrey.
Jake, don't be afraid. Your daddy is still with you. He always will be.

Michelle Lazark, PIO
Sacramento Police Department

November 3, 2006

To the love ones who has lost a wonderful man. I was crossing the bridge when I saw the helicopters fly over and one drifted away. I started to cry. I don't know how a wife would feel when they lose their husband and I pray I don't. All I know is that I hope that Officer Mitchell's wife and son will heal later in their lives and remember the love, laughter, tender moments and words that he has left behind. Being asian we don't show alot of effection but myself being married for only a few years and having 2 young sons I feel that life is precious and I make sure they kiss daddy every morning and say I love you!

Mrs. Mitchell- I wish you and your family a my deepest sympathy. I know life will be hard and trying. I pray that your husband killer be caught and put to justice because Officer Mitchell cannot be replaced as a officer, husband, father, son or brother! I pray that in the near future you and your young son will heal and that this nightmare will end. God Bless!

Paul, Edna, Patrick and Jeffrey Yue

Paul and Edna Yue
a person of the community!

November 3, 2006

I would like to express my utmost gratitude to the family and friends of Jeffrey Mitchell. I was not fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to work with Jeff, but feel like I know him like many others I worked very closely with and called my brothers and sisters. God bless you all I pray for you daily and know that Jeff is in a wonderful place protecting everyone now from up above. God be with you Jeff.

Greg Meixner Deputy Sheriff Ret.
Sacramento County Sheriff

November 3, 2006

Jeff:
Words can not express how sorry I am that this turn of tragic events has occurred. Although you are my brother in laws brother, we only had the opportunity to meet a very few times. I remember thinking what a beautiful family you had. Your son will always remember what it means to have known a true hero and the example that you have set for him will last a lifetime. Know that you will be truly missed but never forgotten, thank you for your true dedication and service.

Deborah Murnane
Extended family & wife of SFFD Firefighter

November 3, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOU ARE A HERO!

Police Officer M. LaFramboise #1270
Independence Mo. Police Department

November 3, 2006