Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Hamilton,
On today, the 1st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Armed Forces. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

December 18, 2024

NEVER FORGET! Please help me honor the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton of the Preble County Sheriff's Office, Ohio and the additional 84 American Peace Officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on this date in history.

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

December 18, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Deputy Hamilton.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

December 18, 2024

Deputy Josh Hamilton was a man that would give his shirt off his back for anyone. Deputy Hamilton always thought of others, and put everyone above himself. Deputy Hamilton was not only my friend but my partner on midnights. Thanks for all the great times we had together. I will forever miss you.

Deputy David Laycox
Preble County Sheriff Office

August 12, 2024

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

"Ready Now. Anytime, Anywhere."
"Always Ready, Always There!"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

February 7, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Deputy Hamilton. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Preble County Sheriff's Office.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

January 8, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 30, 2023

My condolences to the entire family of Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton. May his soul forever be at rest.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

December 30, 2023

God Bless and thank you for your service.

Detective Tim F
Chicago PD

December 25, 2023

Sheriff Hamilton, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing, especially your parents. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

December 23, 2023

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Deputy, Joshua Hamilton, from complications of a vehicle accident. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Deputy succumbs from injuries due to a vehicle accident. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. We thank Deputy Hamilton for his service as a United States Navy Reserve and Army National Guard Veteran.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

December 23, 2023

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

December 23, 2023

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Hamilton.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 22, 2023

On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton. Please know we are eternally grateful for Joshua’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Deputy Sheriff Hamilton, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Preble County Sheriff's Office in Eaton, Ohio for Joshua’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent two Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton’s parents.

Also sent to the Hamilton Family was a Forever Grateful Military Challenge coin to honor Joshua’s devotion to the United States Navy and the United States Army.

POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison

December 22, 2023

On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton. Please know we are eternally grateful for Joshua’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Deputy Sheriff Hamilton, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Preble County Sheriff's Office in Eaton, Ohio for Joshua’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent two Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton’s parents.

Also sent to the Hamilton Family was a Forever Grateful Military Challenge coin to honor Joshua’s devotion to the United States Navy and the United States Army.

POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison

December 22, 2023

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

December 22, 2023

Rest In Peace, Josh.
The Hamilton family and the entire Preble County Sheriff's Office are in my thoughts and prayers. Prayers also for all of the personnel that responded to the scene.
Look to God for guidance and comfort in this extremely difficult time.

Trooper W.T. Dendler (Retired)
Ohio State Highway Patrol, Dayton Post 57

December 22, 2023

On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff Joshua Hamilton and the extended law enforcement family of the Preble County Sheriff's Office, Ohio.


End of Watch Monday, December 18, 2023.


Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

December 21, 2023

Godspeed My Brother-Rest in Peace

SGT. Donald Harvey retired
Maricopa County Sheriffs Office - Arizona

December 20, 2023

May you rest in peace, braveheart. You will be missed. May God bless.

Patricia Harrison

December 20, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, as we begin to process the loss of another Law Enforcement Officer, may the living continue to honor your ultimate sacrifice by keeping your spirit and legacy alive within the community.

Deputy Sheriff Greg Hall
Erie County Sheriff's Office Ohio

December 20, 2023

Many prayers and love for your daughter because I know how this feels. Your life was taken too young as many officers before you, including my father. Prayers to your family and your fellow officers as they go through these hard times. May God protect them and hold them close and help them to always remember and honor you. Rest in peace officer. Thank you for your service and dedication. Missed much, Never Forgotten.

Dianne Ratliff

December 20, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Orlando Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service

December 20, 2023

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

December 19, 2023

Rest in peace, Deputy Hamilton. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

December 19, 2023