Roger Mitchell Obituary – Death: Deputy Roger Mitchell of the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office has died. Deputy Mitchell died on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 after a brave battle with Covid-19, which he contracted during his duties as a prison officer assigned to the transport sector.
Deputy Mitchell joined the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office in August 2013. He was a hard worker, dependable, and always kind.
This death has caused a lot of friends and family of Mitchell so much hurt. It is in that mourning spirit that the concerned persons have taken to social media to share tributes to the deceased and condolences to the affected family.
Tributes To Roger Mitchell
Below are some of the statements shared across social media users’ timelines on the death of Mitchell.
“The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of one of its deputies, who died from COVID-19.
“Rest in peace, Deputy. We will not forget your service and sacrifice. Roger A. Mitchell — End of Watch: 08/24/2021.”
That’s how the SCSO concluded its press release Wednesday announcing the loss of Mitchell.
Mitchell died Tuesday evening after battling the effects of COVID-19, which he contracted during the course of his duties as a corrections officer assigned to the transportation division, according to the release.
Mitchell joined the sheriff’s office in August 2013, and his fellow officers would tell you that he was a hard worker, dependable, and always kind, the release states.
Sheriff Jeff Cassidy and Chief Jail Administrator Lee Carswell acknowledged Mitchell’s selfless service to the department and to the citizens of Sullivan County. They ask members of the community to keep his family, friends, and his SCSO brothers and sisters in your thoughts and prayers.
Cassidy described Mitchell as “the epitome of a law enforcement professional.”
“He was always eager to work, he was dedicated, and he was passionate about serving the citizens of Sullivan County,” Cassidy said. “Roger was always willing to help out wherever he was needed working overtime and additional duties as well. Roger’s attitude and personality were infectious and he greeted everyone with a smile. He will be truly missed. Please remember his family and our entire law enforcement community in your thoughts and prayers in the coming days and months.”
“Rest In Peace Deputy Roger Mitchell
Please keep Deputy Mitchell’s family, friends, and his Sullivan County, TN Sheriff’s Office brothers and sisters in your thoughts and prayers.”
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