Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

September 19, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother.

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

September 19, 2024

This breaks my heart. Many prayers for your family. Rest easy brother!

Deputy Timothy Lee
Scott County Sheriff's Office

September 18, 2024

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God.

Patrolman James Murray
Chicago Police Department (Retired)

September 18, 2024

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Phipps.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 18, 2024

I’m sorry 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

September 18, 2024

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

To honor Deputy Sheriff Phipps, 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 Russell County Sheriff's Office in Jamestown, Kentucky for Josh’s partner and his fellow deputies. 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 Josh Phipps’ mother and father.

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

September 18, 2024

So Sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

September 18, 2024

Rest In Peace Deputy Phipps, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother we have the watch.

TERRY FRANCIS ZECH OFC RET
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT MICHIGAN

September 18, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

September 18, 2024

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

September 18, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Josh, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.



Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department

September 18, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps and the extended law enforcement family of the Russell County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky.



End of Watch Monday, September 16, 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 Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

September 18, 2024

On Behalf of Session #22 at the Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy we snd our deepest condolences to the Russell county Sheriffs office and to Deputy Phipps surviving family.

Session #22
Zone Five Regional law Enforcement Training Academy

September 18, 2024

Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Session 8
Albany County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Institute

September 18, 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

September 18, 2024

The world is a lesser place without you. There is a special place in Heaven for heroes--you will rest there. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Patricia Harrison

September 18, 2024

RIP Deputy Phipps. Thank you for your bravery and dedication to law enforcement. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and the Russell County SO. God bless you always.

SAIC Ed Macomber (retired)
US Secret Service

September 18, 2024

REST in Peace Officer Phipps. May your family,friends, and department hold onto the positive memories and good things about you.

Laura
Citizen

September 18, 2024

God bless you Brave Warrior.

K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters
Indiana State Police

September 18, 2024

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

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

September 17, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

September 17, 2024

Rest in peace you were murdered by someone who had no regard for life. The Lord will protect your fellow officers and the friends abd family who grieve.

Citizen
Civilian

September 17, 2024

Rest in Peace Deputy Phipps. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Phipps Family and the Russell County Sheriff's Office.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

September 17, 2024

Dear Sheriff Derek Polston:

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 Deputy Sheriff Josh Phipps, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Deputy Sheriff Phipps’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 Deputy Sheriff Phipps’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 Deputy Sheriff Phipps 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, Sheriff Polston, and the entire Russell 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 Deputy Sheriff Phipps, 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)

September 17, 2024