On October 28, 2025, the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office held a moving ceremony at the Charles City County Courthouse to honor two fallen deputies, Sergeant Floyd H. Miles Jr. (EOW June 9, 2024) and Deputy Michael C. Walizer (EOW March 31, 2012). The event, fittingly held on National First Responders Day, brought family members, fellow law enforcement officers, community leaders, and residents together in remembrance and gratitude.
Led by Captain Brian Rouse of the Prince George County Sheriff’s Office, who served as Master of Ceremony, the program began with an invocation by Rev. Danny Patterson, retired corporal with the New Kent County Sheriff’s Office and pastor of Little Elam Baptist Church.
The reflections portion of the ceremony featured heartfelt and often lighthearted remarks from Sergeant Miles Turner of the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office, who served alongside Deputy Walizer, and Captain Rouse, who reflected on the life and legacy of Sergeant Miles. Each shared personal stories that drew smiles and laughter from those present – moments that captured the humor, friendship, and dedication that defined both men’s service.
Three resolutions were then presented in recognition of the fallen deputies and their enduring impact by Senator Lashrecse D. Aird (District 13), Delegate Delores L. McQuinn (81st District), and Charles City County Board of Supervisors Chair Byron Adkins Sr.
As part of a special presentation, Sheriff Jayson Crawley presented medals on behalf of the National Fraternal Order of Police to the widows of Sergeant Miles and Deputy Walizer, acknowledging their loved ones’ supreme sacrifice and lifelong service to the community.
Elizabeth Hobbs, Chief Legal and Policy Officer for the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association (VSA), offered remarks on behalf of both VSA and its partner organization, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute (VSI), praising the community’s enduring commitment to honoring its heroes. “Nothing can ever compensate for their loss or ease the pain felt by the families they left behind,” Hobbs said. “But we can continue to honor their memory and their sacrifice.”
Hobbs emphasized that through the Virginia Law Enforcement Memorial Fund, supported by citizens who choose to purchase and display Virginia’s Law Enforcement Memorial license plate, residents across the Commonwealth ensure that fallen officers are remembered for generations to come.
In his closing remarks prior to unveiling the monument, Sheriff Crawley offered words of gratitude and reflection. “This monument stands as a promise,” he said. “A promise that we will never forget the service and sacrifice of those who gave their all for Charles City County.”
The Virginia Sheriffs’ Association and Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute extend heartfelt gratitude to Sheriff Crawley, the Charles City County Sheriff’s Office, and all who made the memorial possible.
For more on the ceremony and community response, view the NBC 12 coverage here.
