Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Florida
End of Watch Thursday, November 21, 2024
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Ralph "Butch" Waller, Jr.
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
December 25, 2024
Sheriff Waller, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, 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. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jesus Espinosa
Civilian
December 7, 2024
Rest in Peace Brother.
Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
December 2, 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
December 1, 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
December 1, 2024
You served with Dignity and Honor , Rest in Peace
Lieutenant Brian LaRussa
NYPD ( Ret )
November 28, 2024
RIP brother….
Deputy Sheriff Patrick Gordon
PBSO
November 27, 2024
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Deputy Waller. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.
Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service
November 27, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
November 27, 2024
RIP brother….
Detective Alexander Hernandez
Miccousukee Police Department
November 26, 2024
This horrible notice finds me very upset, as I was a 26 year motor officer with CHP. These three heroes were doing what they loved to do and were killed doing what they loved to do but only because of negligence. This was not an accident, it was an act of driver error. These deputies will forever be remembers as heroes on two wheels. Deputy Whaller will now provide protective service detail to our god all mighty. God bless deputy Whaller, his personal family as well as his family in uniform.
Sergeant (Ret), Robert DiMiceli #12152
California Highway Patrol, Capitol Protection Section
November 25, 2024
Rest Easy Brother. May your sacrifice, and memory never fade.
Deputy Sheriff. Ron Buchholz
Retired Santa Fe County Sheriff NM. (Prior LASD LKD)
November 25, 2024
Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.
Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York
November 25, 2024
RIP
Major Robert Jenkins
North Bay Village PD
November 25, 2024
I On behalf of the Klamath Country Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Deputy, Ralph "Butch" Waller, from injuries due to a vehicle striking his patrol motorcycle. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Deputy succumbs from injuries from a tragic situation. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayer and thoughts to a third deputy who is in critical condition for a safe and speedy recovery.
Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office
November 25, 2024
My deepest condolences to the entire Waller family, and to his brothers and sisters with the Palm Beach Sheriff's office. May his soul forever rest in peace.
Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"
November 25, 2024
I personally knew and worked with Deputy Waller for approximately 20 plus years. Butch never disappointed when it came to his sense of humor, smiles, or his laughter. It was an honor to personally know him and work with him.
RIP brother !
Retired Deputy Vidal Rivera ID 8424
Deputy
Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office
November 25, 2024
May God and St. Michael watch over you and Corporal Paez in Heaven, Deputy Waller.
Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department
November 25, 2024
Thank you for your service. Prayers for Family and your Department.
Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department
November 25, 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
November 25, 2024
God bless you and your family Brave warrior.
K9 Sergeant KEVIN Waters
Indiana State Police
November 24, 2024
God rest his soul.
Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.
November 23, 2024
Rest in peace, Deputy Waller. Praying for your loved ones.
Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY
November 23, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
November 23, 2024
“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)
November 23, 2024
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