Michael Deese Obituary

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Angie,
My heart goes out to you and Michael's family in your time of sorrow. Although I had not seen Michael in a while, I do know that you and the children were his life. Although he loved being a deputy, being a husband and a father were his biggest joy. As a deputy and as a trainer at First Data (where I first met him and you), I knew that he cared for people and found joy in helping people reach their potential. I know if it were not for Michael, I would not have had the success that I have now. Michael will always be in my heart..that's affirmative. God bless you and the children. All my love, Cindy

Jo, Our deepest sympathy for your family's loss. We keep you all in our prayers everyday. May the solid foundation of our families give you the strength to someday smile again. With all our love, Steve & Tina.

Pat and Donald
Clete and I want to express our condolences to you both. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You both are in our prayers and hearts .

To Michael's family: I just found out today who this fine deputy was after reading that he was buried in the Evans family cemetary. We played together as young children when he was visiting his grandmother Ethel Adams near Chesterfield. My parents used to take us to visit Ms. Ethel on a regular basis; Daddy's aunt was married to an Evans. She'd tell us when Michael was coming so my parents could take my brothers and me to play with him. He was such a good kid, and I know from everything I've read he became a wonderful man. God bless you all at this time of deepest sorrow. Mary T. Johnson-Lee

Angie, My heart breaks for you and your family. I am keeping you in my prayers. Mike was a hero and will live on in the hearts of so many people. You take care!! And know that I'm thinking of you.

I only just learned of Mike's tragic passing today. I live in Florida. Mike was one of my dearest friends all through high school and well into our 20s. I am deeply saddened and my prayers are with the entire Deese family.

Dear Family & Friends: My Condolances. I was out of town, couldn't attend services. Mike, I knew you from "Citation" as an eager officer. We had a great professional friendship. You ARE missed, You will be Remembered. (Hey, Bub, d'ya wanna buy a dog?)

Remember this Angela,

I will lift up mine eyes to the hills from whince cometh my help...ALL MY HELP COMETH FROM THE LORD. Psalms 121

Dear Jo,
My thoughts are with you in the loss of your husband - I am praying for you, that our Almighty God will bring peace to you during this tragic time. With love, your cousin Sharon

Dear Pat and Donnie, I just found out that Mike was Pat's son and I am so shocked. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you and the entire family. It's hard hearing that an Officer and K-9 was killed so tragically, however, it really hits home when you find out you know members of the family and did not realize that the Officer was related to that family. I hope you all find comfort in the days and months to come. Just trust in the Good Lord above and he will give you the strenghth and courage to carry on. God Bless You! Love, Tabbie Isom Jenkins

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I feel very blessed to have known him. Please let us know if we can do anything for you.

I am sorry for your lost, may GOD continue to bless you and your family.


SGT. Gary Hunter
Veterans Affairs Police Charleston, SC

Deese Family,

I knew Mike when we were teenagers and I remember him being such a sharp dresser. He was so kind. My deepest sympathies go out to each and everyone of you. May God bless you during this difficult time.

Kelly Hallman
Al Hallman (NCPD)

To the Deese family, my throughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Lynn Haynes (Dorchester County Detention)
(Currently serving in Kuwait)

Jo,
As I read all of the entry's in this book, you are so very blessed, and I know now life seems dark and grim but girl life has just begun...You can rejoice in knowing you have been given the greatest gift of all and that is God's love which is free to all if they only accept and I know Mike did....You can live each day knowing that when you are called you will meet again, and Jo that is what life is all about, everything in between is good for memories, and knowledge, and wisdom, and one day when your grief weakens you can share your experience with widows that are not believers and that do not have this peace...Caley, will be a daily reminder of the wonderful gift you have...Take every day and make it the precious gift it is...Stay strong and use your family and friends as a source of strength. May God give you Peace, and Wisdom during this time and every day forward..God Bless the precious Mother,Father, little Caley, all the extended family, and the wonderful sisters of Jo..(Tracy, I love and miss you)

Dear Mrs. Michael Deese:
I am very sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Mike was one of my peers at First Data, when Lori Mizzell, Mario Colangelo and Roxana Weldon (me)were the newly hired Supervisors, back in 2000. We all depended on each other for support and had a great working relationship. Mike used to talk to me about becoming a Deputy (he was volunteering at the time) and would tell me all about his adventures, his feelings regarding the job and how he knew that this was his true calling; he just had to wait a little longer...for the right time, as you know. We moved on, and we all went our separate ways: we lost touch with each other. Still, every once in a while, we would run into each other and he would up-date me: first, that he was now working as a Dorchester County Deputy, with a great partner (his dog) and that he was loving life. Another time, he answered a call and was chasing a felon that happened to run right thru, of all people, Lori Mizzell's property; we happened to be on the phone and she was telling me all about the cruisers, sirens and all the commotion, when she sees Mike run straight towards her front door. I ran into him about a month later and we had a good laugh about it. The next time I saw Mike, he had fallen in love with you, he said he had proposed and you said yes! Oh, he was so proud and happy. I again ran into him at Flowertown Festival a few years later and he told me he was a Daddy (there was a such love in the way he said it) and that life was very good. I did not see Mike again after that summer. I learned about the shooting in Knightsville via the news and called Lori to let her know that he had been injured but that the report was that he would recover(she also ran into him several times since we had left First Data). I did not find out until 10pm, tonight, that Mike and Sonja were the Deputy and his partner involved in last week's accident. I can not tell you how sorry I am for this terrible tragedy that you and your children are going thru...I have shared a few memories with you of a young man that was so full of life and so eager to serve and live life the best he could, hoping you may find some comfort in knowing that he touched very many lives and made a positive impact on each and every one of them.
May God bless you and comfort you all.

Deese Family,

I am truly sorry for your lost. May God continue to bless you and keep you strong in this time of sorrow. I'll keep you all in my prayers.

We were on our way to visit the beautiful city of Charleston when we drove up I-26 and passed the site maybe 10 minutes after it happened. We were so saddened to find out that lives were lost and even more so that one of a law enforcement officer and his working partner were also lost. May God comfort you during your time of sorrow. His eternal rest is in our prayers.

To the Deese Family-Our community and the law enforcement family will never forget the commitment that Michael and Sonja gave to us daily. I hope that you know that they will forever hold a place in our hearts just as they will in yours. May your family find comfort in all the great accomplishments they had together and the outmost thanks to you for sharing both of them with those of us who wear a police uniform.
May God and those dearest to you comfort your family and keep you strong during these most difficult times.

With Deepest Sympathy
Officer Ricci Fowler and Family
Summerville Police Department

Our deepest condolences to the family and fellow friends. May God comfort you through this time.

Ms Pat, I am so very sad for your loss. I remember how proudly you always spoke of Michael. My prayers are with you and your family.

Our thoughts and prayers to the Deese family during this difficult time.

Benjy & Toni Lafond

I offer my sincerest condolense in your loss of your love one.

To: Pat & Donald: My sincere condolences to you and your Daughter-in-law and children. I am truly sorry to hear of your tragic lost. For me its a double dose, for I know both families. May God keep you all strong for all the days ahead, for we all know he makes no mistakes and he will take care of you, God bless and comfort you all forever.

To the family,

Michael's passing is a great loss. As a fellow deputy, his loss is felt here as well. May God uphold and comfort you, now and in the future.

Our family is very sorry for your loss. As a parent of a newly hired policeman, I know that you are very proud of everything that Michael has done in life and that you will miss him dearly.

To: Mrs. Angela Jo Deese and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With Heartfelt Sympathy, Dorchester County Council, Dorchester County Administrator and Staff

Dear Pat and Donald,
Sad news traveled a long distance yesterday. I can't tell you what a shock it was to hear of your family's terrible loss. We are deeply sorry.
I wish Tom or I could attend the service today and give you a big hug in person, Miss Pat. We will be thinking of you today, Tom from Va. and I from AZ. and in the days ahead. God bless your family,Miss Pat and Angie and the children especially.
With Love from more Comcasters,
Tom and Stacey Jacobs
Charlottesville,VA & Tucson,AZ

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Our daughter went to school with Caley and we are so sorry for your loss. May God Bless Michael and his family.

Ms. Pat and family,
You have our deepest sympathy. Our hearts go out to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Your COMCAST family

Angela,

It is only a tiny rosebud
A flower of God's design;
But I cannot unfold the petals
With these clumsy hands of mine.
The secret of unfolding flowers
Is not known to such as I.
GOD opens this flower so sweetly,
Then, in my hands, they die.
If I cannot unfold a rosebud,
The flower of God's design,
Then how can I have the wisdom
To unfold this life of mine?
So, I'll trust in Him for leading
Each moment of my day.
I will look to Him for His guidance
Each step of the Pilgrim's way
The pathway that lies before me
Only my Heavenly Father knows.
I'll trust him to unfold the moments,
Just as He unfolds the rose.

Much Love,
an old friend
May God Bless you

The loss of such an outstanding brother officer and his K9 partner diminishes us all. Our prayers are with his comrades and family.

IN GRATITUDE,HONOR, AND LOVING MEMORY OF MICHAEL AND SONJA WHO FAITHFULLY SERVED AND PROTECTED THE PEOPLE OF OUR COMMUNITY.WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU,YOU WILL LIVE IN OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES FOREVER.MAY YOU BOTH REST IN PEACE......MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, LOVE, AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ANGIE AND YOUR CHILDREN AND MICHAEL'S PARENTS.I PRAY THAT GOD GRANT EACH OF YOU STRENGTH, COMFORT, AND PEACE IN THE DAYS TO COME. MICHAEL WAS A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND I WILL NEVER FORGET THE KINDNESS AND ENCOURAGEMENT HE GAVE ME WHEN I NEEDED IT THE MOST.

Say not in grief that he is no more but say in thankfulness that he was.
A death is not the extinguishing of a light, but the putting out of a lamp because the dawn has come.
Rest in peace Mike,your watch over Dorchester County is over, others stand ready to pull your shift but never fill your shoes.

To the Family of Michael Deese,

Please accept our profound sympathy at this trying time. We pray for your strength. May the joys shared with Michael be a comfort to you.

It gives me great sadness to say goodbye to an honorable Dorchester County Deputy. I always felt protected with Mike by my side on those long DSS nights. He was good for a laugh; he kept it serious when needed and most of all he put his heart in protecting the children of Dorchester County. I will miss seeing him around the court house or LEC but most of all I will miss him asking me “where did you park your car?” Even though that question always embarrassed me I would smile at his laugh and grin because he said I was the only person that could back into his truck and keep him laughing about it. I will always take pride in knowing such a great guy and deputy that “protected us all”. Deese Family, you are in my prayers. I know that Mike and Sonja are still doing their duty by protecting us all from heaven.

Dear Angie and Family:
I just recieved word today of your loss-Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. God has a greater plan for Michael and as well as for your family-may you be embraced by his loving arms and comforted.
Sincerely, Kathy Dangerfield-Duong, Tin, Madyson,Bryce and Logan Duong

Dear Angie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I went to high school with Mike in the 80s. Back in the day, Mike was famous for his towering stature, his two-toned teal and black parachute pants and perfectly feathered hair. All of us knew Mike was nearby whenever we sensed his generously applied signature cologne, "Polo" by Ralph Lauren wafting in the hallways. The girls adored him and the guys wanted to be just like him. Overall, Mike was our hero in high school, and remains a hero in our hearts now and forever.

God bless you Michael and the Deese family.

Jo, we are so sorry for your loss. My hearts goes out to you. Wish I could be there with you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We love you all. Love your cousin, Kathi

I was sorry to hear of the death of Michael and his partner. I was happy to read that his partner will be buried with him. I can’t imagine him having it any other way. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.

I worked for Michael when he was the manager at Dixie Box & Crating. Michael was a wonderful boss and a great person. He never had an unkind word to say to or about anyone. At that time he was volunteering with Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office. He spoke of police work with such enthusiasm. He was content helping out until he could become an actual employee.

The building that we worked in had a group of birds that nested on the roof. There were dozens of baby birds. The roof was flat and the baby birds would frequently walk off of the building. Although it was dangerous to do so, Michael would stand on the forks of the forklift and have one of the warehouse people lift him up to the roof so he could return the baby birds to their mothers. This occurred sometimes several times a day. Michael was a caring person and I am sure him and his partner will have a very special place in Heaven.

My heart and prayers go out to the family, friends and brothergood.

God Blss

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.

YOUR FAMILY HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY,GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU.

Michael, God bless.

Your NAPWDA brothers and sisters

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, such a confusing time for everyone. Fully Rely on God! He loves and cares for you!!.......Oklahoma Highway Patrol-Special Operations Division

To The Entire Deese Family, We want to express our deep sympathy for the loss of your devoted Michael. We have known Pat, Harold, Donald, and through them, Michael for many years. We have heard many funny stories of him as he grew from a small child into a wonderful man. He found where he belonged in the police force with his devoted companions. We first met him when we had our son and he was the person picked to wheel us out of the hospital. When we saw the name tag we knew it was Pat's son. He was a warm, considerate, caring person. When we asked if he was Pat's son , he smiled a very broad smile and said " Yes, ma'am", just like his Mom always does. He is looking down on all of you now and giving you that little tug when you start feeling down. Along with that the devoted "Sonja" is helping. you can't help but feel a little better when you realize that they are both at peace and are able to watch over you now more than ever. They have more say so with the higher ups so to speak. Take care of yourselves and may God help you to keep his memory for his children as they grow into more of the Deese bloodline that runs so thick.. Much love and prayers of comfort to you all.

To the Deese family.....May God bless you and give you strength. We are a law enforcement family, and know all too well what we face everyday. But know that family and friends are praying for you and the children. Keep the memories close.

Mrs.Pat & Family
Our Thoughts and prayers Are with You and Your Family .

Angie,

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Being the wife of a police officer, I know how it feels everyday when they leave to go to work. You hug and kiss him goodbye and wonder, is this goodbye forever? To hear of this tragedy Friday night, it really hit home for me. I can't believe this happened. But God needed Michael home. And I know that Michael and Sonja are in heaven, and they are at peace. You have three beautiful children that need you now, so be strong for them. You will always have a part of Michael to love in Caylee, and all the wonderful memories that you both shared.
If you need anything at all, I am just a phone call away. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family.

To the Deese Family: I am sorry for loss of a great man like Mike Deese and Sonja. Prayers are with the Deese Family. He was a friend of mine and I sure will miss him dearly. I will miss you brother in Christ.

To Harold, Maryann, and the entire Deese family,

We are deeply saddened by the news of Mike's sudden death. Please know the thoughts and prayers of the entire Charleston Air Force Base Civil Engineer Squardon family are with you all during this trying time.

The hearts of all law enforcement families are with you during these hours of sorrow. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

We are so sorry for the loss of Cpl. Deese and his tireless and faithful Pardner Sonja. Please accept out gratitude and appreciation for his unselfish services.May The Lord give you the strength to help you during this time and remain at your side to guide you daily. Judge and Mrs Richard Roark Reevesville,
S.C.

From all your brothers, sisters and K9 partners of the North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA)our most sincere condolences. I am deeply sadden by the loss of Mike and Sonja. I had the honor of meeting and training with them both last October at the K9 workshop in Moncks Corners. You'll both be deeply missed but NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Patricia, please know you are in my prayers. We returned home from Greenville to learn of the news from Barbara Ann. We love you and cannot imagine your feelings of loss, but trust in the Lord and he will give you strength. You had a very special son. Plan to see you on Wednesday at the cemetery.

Love,

Nancy Jo and Jim Wood

To the Entire Deese Family,

It was a sad day to hear of the loss of such a fine K9 officer and of his partner, Sonja, but even sadder for a wife, children and parents. There are not words enough that can comfort or express our condolences enough. But know that our prayers and love are with you. May the Lord wrap his comforting embrace around you all.
We both knew him at different times, Jim worked with him and I went to school with him. Jim said every Monday night or Tuesday morning, he would call Jim and ask, "Where is training today?" He will miss those calls and the time working together. The K9 community is small but they all work and train together. Many will feel his loss.
I was at a store Saturday and the cashier overheard me telling my daughter about something to do with K9 and her dad, and she said that she knew Michael and he was responsible for turning her daughter around after he arrested her. She told me about how he came to visit the young lady and went above and beyond to help her get back on the right road. I told her let you know, but if she is not able to, we hope you know that there are many times he made a difference.

Matthew 5:9- Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Matthew 5:4-Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.

Dear Pat,

I am deeply sorry for your loss and wish I could be there to comfort you in your family's time of need. I love you very much.
Sara Moore

Our Prayers go out to your family, Mikey will be deeply missed, he spent a lot of time with our family when he first joined the Sherrif's office from running dogs, helping with Cadets and reserves, Mikey was a great person, friend and deputy, he devoted so much of his time to the
Sherrif's office and the community. We are so glad to hear he is being buried with Sonja, Skye asked where Sonja would be buried when she heard of the accident, I said Mikey would want her to be buried with him, his wish is being granted and we thank whoever made that possible. Please fill free to contact us if you need help with anything.
Love
Brian, Valerie, Kayla, Amanda and Skye Anderson

Dear Angie.
I wanted to tell you that I am very sorry about what happened to Mike. I used to work with Mike at Dixie Box & Crating many years ago. He was a great boss. He was a wonderful person. He will be missed dearly. If there is anything I can help with please let me know.

Angie, I'm very sorry for your lost. You, Avery, Brittani and Caley are in our prayers.

Angie, Pat, & Donald,
Please accept our deepest sympathies about the death of Michael. We stand and kneel with you in prayers. We share in your mourning.
Love,
Amy & Phil Polefrone

Angie and Family, You are in our prayers. Michael Deese was the World's Greatest Dad. He loved his job, as well as his partner (Sonja). We will miss him very much. You and Brittani and Avery will have to be Caley's stength and constant reminder of what a Great father he was. We know they were each others eyeballs. That bond was so amazing. I will be here for the needed support for all of you. I Love You All Very Much. Love, your sister, Jerri Jackson

Ms. Pat and Family:

Ms. Pat, we think the world of you and can only imagine what a great
man your son was. We are so sorry for your family's loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Love,
The Tuttle Family

Mike, you will be missed brother. The Deese family is in my prayers. Rest well Mike and Sonja until we meet again. "Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God" (Matthew 5:9).

Angie,and Family,I am so truly sorry for your loss.I know as time goes by, you will remember all the good times you shared together.I pray you have all of God's comfort and peace until you meet again...Take Care of yourself and your precious children

Jo, we are so sorry to hear of your trajedy. It's hard to beleive that Michael is gone. Our family sends you our love and deepest sympathy. Draw your strentgh from your knowledge of God's promises. There is a season for all things. God needed Michael to hold in his arms. We know you are suffering a terrible loss right now. But it is our prayer you will soon be able to remember all the good and wonderful things you shared with Michael and his memeories will sustain you and give you strength. God bless you and all of your children. Michael was a great man and a wonderful servant to the communuty. He and Sonja are at peace in the arms of God.
We love you all. Love Aunt Margaret, Uncle Jim, Michael Smith and Family, Kim and Rodney and family.

Angie,
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. There really isn't anything we can say at times like these. Be strong, and know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked for Mike before he became a deputy @ Dixie box and crating. He was an outstanding boss and just a all around great man. He will be greatly missed.

Angie,
Im very sorry for your lost, He was a great man and one of my heros. He help me understand things and life and I really enjoyed doing ride alongs with him.He was great person that I will turly miss. Stephanie Kaestner

Angela and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Michael was a wonderful and kind individual. He helped our family in our time of need even though he was off duty at the time. We will always be grateful to him for that. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts a prayers are with you. If you ever need anything, please let us know.

My heart and sympathies go to you and your family. Mike was such a great guy. Definitely a life taken too soon. May you always remember the good times.

Rest well brother. We'll carry the watch and you'll always be remembered.

I knew Michael when I worked at Dorchester County EMS. Michael was a fine man and a courageous, dedicated and brave officer. He was always nice to us at EMS and helpful in any way. He always made sure we were safe in unstable situations. Michael will be missed by us, and by his whole community. My prayers are with his family.

Angie,
I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do,Please feel free to call me at 843-879-9084. I really enjoyed the time I worked you and Michael at First Data. I know he was a great Police Officer and that it was his first love other than you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. God Bless You and be with you in the days ahead.

Love, Jeanette