Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On this 100th anniversary of your untimely and heroic departure, we say thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 28, 2020

Deputy Sheriff Barrett,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Walker County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 28, 2020

Ben was my mother’s uncle. He had triumphed in at least two previous gunfights. This time he was fatally shot during a coal mine strike by a striking miner who was also killed in the shootout. Ben was mortally wounded by the first shot but returned fire, wounding his attacker. A local citizen confronted the fleeing striker and was also killed. Other citizens chased down and killed the shooter. National newspapers reported 50-70 shots fired during the shootout.

Thanks to all of you who place yourselves in harm’s way every day for the rest of us. You have my enduring respect and admiration.

Retired District Attorney, Chris Hargett
Great Nephew

August 28, 2018

Deputy Sheriff Barrett,
Sir, it has taken over 95 years but you are finally being honored, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Walker County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 7, 2016

"When a good man is hurt, all who would be called good must suffer with him.”

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

December 22, 2015