FSA Law Enforcement Memorial

To honor the heroes of sheriffs' offices who gave their lives in the line of duty, the Florida Sheriffs Association created the FSA Law Enforcement Memorial in 2002.

OUR FALLEN HEROES

How it Began

The memorial was the vision of the late Buddy Phillips, who as FSA executive director wanted a permanent memorial wall with the names of officers engraved on it, much like the Vietnam Memorial in Washington. He also wanted to include a sculpture representing the impact their sacrifice has on the colleagues and loved ones of those who are lost.

The sobering bronze figures are a perfect complement to the powerful curved marble wall engraved with the names of the fallen officers. Combined with the majestic oaks and serene landscaping, visiting the memorial is a moving experience.

The names of those who gave their lives the prior year are added to the wall during the annual memorial service. The wall and monument are located in front of the FSA headquarters, 2617 Mahan Drive, in Tallahassee.


2023 FSA Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony

FSA 2023 Memorial

If you plan to visit our memorial, download our directory (PDF).

Fallen Heroes

The Florida sheriffs mourn the loss of those recently killed in the line of duty.

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Photo of Sergeant Michael Kunovich, killed in the line of duty, May 19, 2023.

Sergeant Michael Kunovich

End of Watch: May 19, 2023

Cause of Death: Medical Distress

Background: First Coast News

St. Johns County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Corporal Ray Hamilton, killed in the line of duty, December 24, 2022.

Corporal Ray Hamilton

End of Watch: December 24, 2022

Cause of Death: Gunfire

Background: Northwest Florida Daily News

Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Deputy Sheriff Christopher Taylor, killed in the line of duty, November 22, 2022.

Deputy Sheriff Christopher Taylor

End of Watch: November 22, 2022

Cause of Death: Vehicular Assault

Background: Fox 13 News

Charlotte County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Deputy Sheriff Blane Lane, killed in the line of duty, October 04, 2022.

Deputy Sheriff Blane Lane

End of Watch: October 04, 2022

Cause of Death: Gunfire

Background: Bay New 9

Polk County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Deputy Sheriff Michael Hartwick, killed in the line of duty, September 22, 2022.

Deputy Sheriff Michael Hartwick

End of Watch: September 22, 2022

Cause of Death: Vehicular Assault

Background: Bay News 9

Officer Down Memorial Page

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Officer Cesar “Echy” Echaverry, killed in the line of duty, August 17, 2022.

Officer Cesar “Echy” Echaverry

End of Watch: August 17, 2022

Cause of Death: Gunfire

Background: Local 10 Miami

Miami-Dade Police Department
Photo of Deputy Josh Welge, killed in the line of duty, October 25, 2021.

Deputy Josh Welge

End of Watch: October 25, 2021

Cause of Death: Duty-Related Illness

Background: Patch.com

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Deputy Joshua Moyers, killed in the line of duty, September 26, 2021.

Deputy Joshua Moyers

End of Watch: September 26, 2021

Cause of Death: Homicide

Background: Florida Times Union

Nassau County Sheriff's Office
Photo of Deputy Michael Neau, killed in the line of duty, September 05, 2021.

Deputy Michael Neau

End of Watch: September 05, 2021

Cause of Death: Duty Related Illness

Background: Northwest Florida Daily News

Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office
Photo of Detective Tommy Breedlove, killed in the line of duty, September 04, 2021.

Detective Tommy Breedlove

End of Watch: September 04, 2021

Cause of Death: Duty Related Illness

Hernando County Sheriff’s Office
Photo of Detention Sergeant William Prevatt, killed in the line of duty, September 02, 2021.

Detention Sergeant William Prevatt

End of Watch: September 02, 2021

Cause of Death: Duty Related Illness

Background: Fox 35 Orlando

Sumter County Sheriff’s Office
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Annual Memorial Ceremonies

The Florida sheriffs join the nation in honoring its fallen heroes during the month of May. Use the links below to learn more about memorial events.