Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

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

September 10, 2024

On behalf of Session #22 at the Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy we offer our deepest condolences to the Sumner County Sheriff's office and to Sheriff Weatherford's family.

Session #22
Zone Five Regional law Enforcement Training Academy

September 5, 2024

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. This man loved his profession. He was there to serve and protect. By his credentials alone, anybody can determine that he was a great example of leadership and mentorship. God embrace you and bless you.

US Navy ⚓️Veteran Rafael Martínez
+

September 1, 2024

Sheriff Weatherford,

I'm so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Thank you so much for your years of service to the people of the communities you served. Rest in peace. I will pray for your wife, two sons, four grandchildren, and three siblings, as well as your friends, colleagues and loved ones.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

August 26, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

August 25, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

August 23, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

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

August 16, 2024

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer Retired G. Krysto
Los Angeles Police Department

August 15, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Sheriff, Roy "Sony" Weatherfield, from a recent fall while attending the 2024 Tennessee Sheriff's Association Conference. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Sheriff succumbs from complications due to a tragic situation. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the Portland Police Department where Sheriff Weatherfield had previously served.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

August 14, 2024

Rest in Peace, Sheriff!

Ptl. B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

August 14, 2024

MY SINCERE PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH SHERIFF WEATHERFORD AND HIS LOVED ONES IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.

INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL CO. SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.

August 13, 2024

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)
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 13, 2024

Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford

Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department

August 13, 2024

Rest in peace brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

August 12, 2024

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your family and your Department.

Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

August 12, 2024

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

To honor Sheriff Weatherford, 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 Sumner County Sheriff's Office in Gallatin, Tennessee for Roy’s partner and his fellow Deputies. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Sheriff Roy Weatherford’s wife.

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

August 12, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Session 8
Albany County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Institute

August 12, 2024

Praying for peace and comfort today and during the difficult days ahead. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

August 12, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

August 12, 2024

Rest Easy my friend RIP

Detective Michael McLerran (Retired)
Retired Sumner Co

August 12, 2024

I am saddened by the loss of such a great public servant. Our prayers go out to his family and the members of the Sumner county sheriff's dept.

Dylan Burns PPO 2
TDOC

August 11, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

August 11, 2024

Dear Chief Deputy Eric Craddock:

I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.

To you, Chief Deputy Craddock, and the entire Sumner County Sheriff's Office, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 44+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford, a brave and dedicated professional, be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

August 11, 2024

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

August 11, 2024

Exteding our thoughts and prayers to the immediate family of Sheriff Roy "Sonny" Weatherford and the extended law enforcement family of the Sumner County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee.



End of Watch Friday, August 2, 2024



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 (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

August 11, 2024