Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, August 5, 2021
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Brandon Alexander Shirley
Sheriff Shirley, our Lord took you back to Himself as your life had only begun for reasons known to Him alone. He will reward you abundantly. May He immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jess Espinosa
Civilian
August 6, 2021
So tragic. Rest in peace brother.
Former Corporal Brian Sullivan
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
August 6, 2021
Rest in peace, Deputy Shirley. You deserve your divine reward.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
August 6, 2021
RIP Warrior. We will miss your smile and your dedication to duty was unsurpassed. I was privileged to be your friend and colleague. Your life mattered to a great many people, and the citizens of Jefferson County have lost a true public servant.
Chief David Mudd
Bancroft Police Department
August 6, 2021
Rest In Peace my friend, your selfless service, sacrifice, and commitment to OUR community will never be forgotten!
Chief Michael Koenig
Woodlawn Park Police
August 5, 2021
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
August 5, 2021
James P Waggle, Jr.
Civilian
August 5, 2021
Deepest sympathy to the family of Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley and to his Brothers and Sisters of theJefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Kentucky. May GOD give peace, comfort, and understanding for their loss.00
Chaplain Terry L. Longacre. MTPD (Retire
Red Rose Lodge FOP# 16 Lancaster, County, Pennsylvania
August 5, 2021
Shirley family and friends may God grant all of you with a speedy healing. Deputy Shirley thank you for your service to your Community and Department. Most of all thank you for your Ultimate Sacrifice in the Line of Duty.
Rudy Jones ( Retired )
Former Reserve Sgt Cuyahoga Falls Ohio Police Dept.
August 5, 2021
God Bless Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley, his family and all the brave men and women in blue that protect us all every day, may God's Grace protect you all.
Jim Hill
Concerned Citizen
August 5, 2021
Rest In Peace Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley! Thank you for your 2 years of service with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office in Kentucky. We are all thankful to you for your service, your devotion and your sacrifices, and to your family and friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your family during this tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers go out to the rest of your family and to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew5:9)
Kelly & Eddie King
August 5, 2021
"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend alone many long nights.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now, his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call and gave us his all,
And a part of America died."
Author Unknown
E.C.Proft Chief Criminal Deputy (Retired)
Island County Sheriff's Office
August 5, 2021
Condolences to the family, friends and fellow Officers from Blue Knights NC II
Frank Spears
Chaplain
Blue Knight NC II
August 5, 2021
Deputy Brandon Shirley was not only our hero, he was this country’s hero. Prayers for all that knew and loved him. Thank you for your service, sir. Rest In Peace.
Renee
Louisville, Kentucky
August 5, 2021
A police officer should be remembered not by how he died but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
August 5, 2021
RIP Deputy My prayers go out to your Family in this difficult time.
Officer Jerry Angton. Retired City of Sh
City of Shively
August 5, 2021
Rest in Peace my Brother in Arms
Anrae G Godley-Cooper
U.S. Army Military Police
August 5, 2021
Rest in Peace Hero. I hope the dirtbag is located and resisted apprehension!!!!
Posseman Kevin Farrell
Former Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office
August 5, 2021
My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley.
Gail. M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04
August 5, 2021
RIP, Deputy Shirley. Praying for your loved ones.
Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY
August 5, 2021
RIP Brother...My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time.....
LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD
August 5, 2021
The passing of a fellow LEO is always heartbreaking. Rest in peace, Dep. Shirley. Those you leave behind will never forget your service and sacrifice.
SA Steven Secor (Former JCSO Reserve)
FBI
August 5, 2021
Praying for his family and agency.
R.I.P Deputy Shirley.
Sgt. Bailey #8058
Dallas Police Department
August 5, 2021
It takes courage to serve, to protect and to keep our communities strong. Your service in protecting others made you a very remarkable person and someone truly worthy of our deepest gratitude. My dad was only six months away from retirement when he was killed in Baltimore Maryland. On the road of life, wherever you are may God guide your way as you reach for a star and may you find always while he is close by, no dream is too lofty and no goal is too high. You walk with the true hero's who walked before you
Thomas O' Neill
Department of Defense (Fmr Special Asst. to the Secretary of the Navy)
August 5, 2021
I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and hero in Deputy Sheriff Brandon Shirley. I believe our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky.
Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS
August 5, 2021
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