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MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM "WILL" PAUL THOMAS MAY

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On 2025-04-09, Representative Neal P. Dunn (R-FL-2) delivered a floor speech titled "MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM "WILL" PAUL THOMAS MAY" in the House.

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MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM "WILL" PAUL THOMAS MAY

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 64 (Wednesday, April 9, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 64 (Wednesday, April 9, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E304] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM ``WILL'' PAUL THOMAS MAY ______ HON. NEAL P. DUNN of florida in the house of representatives Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Mr. DUNN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor Deputy William ``Will'' Paul Thomas May, who made the ultimate sacrifice defending his community in the line of duty. Deputy May was a dedicated officer, family man, and lifelong Floridian who demonstrates the best that our state has to offer. Deputy May's courageous actions underscore the dangers that law enforcement faces every day while protecting our communities. I believe I can speak on behalf of the constituents of Florida's second congressional district in saying that we are deeply moved by Deputy May's sacrifice in the name of our safety. We collectively mourn the passing of this outstanding public servant. Deputy May was born on January 28, 1987, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, to William Alex May and Sandra Dee Hargrave Asher. Deputy May went above and beyond during his 11-year career in law enforcement. He served in both Walton County's field training program as an instructor and in the breathalyzer program, eventually earning the Life Saving Award Certificate. On top of his impressive law enforcement career, he was a dedicated husband to his wife, Crystal, and an exemplary father to his four children: Zane, Clarice, Layla, and Tracker. Outside of work, Deputy May was known for being a pillar of the community, who enjoyed playing cornhole and cheering on Alabama football with his neighbors. Deputy May was a model officer who never stopped defending his family and the community he loved. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Deputy William ``Will'' Paul Thomas May and offering prayers and condolences to his family and friends. May his sacrifice serve as a reminder that this body must always support our law enforcement and ensure that they have all the support necessary to safely protect our communities. ____________________

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MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM "WILL" PAUL THOMAS MAY Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 64 (Wednesday, April 9, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 64 (Wednesday, April 9, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E304] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] MOURNING THE LOSS OF WALTON COUNTY'S SHERIFF DEPUTY WILLIAM ``WILL'' PAUL THOMAS MAY ______ HON. NEAL P. DUNN of florida in the house of representatives Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Mr. DUNN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor Deputy William ``Will'' Paul Thomas May, who made the ultimate sacrifice defending his community in the line of duty. Deputy May was a dedicated officer, family man, and lifelong Floridian who demonstrates the best that our state has to offer. Deputy May's courageous actions underscore the dangers that law enforcement faces every day while protecting our communities. I believe I can speak on behalf of the constituents of Florida's second congressional district in saying that we are deeply moved by Deputy May's sacrifice in the name of our safety. We collectively mourn the passing of this outstanding public servant. Deputy May was born on January 28, 1987, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, to William Alex May and Sandra Dee Hargrave Asher. Deputy May went above and beyond during his 11-year career in law enforcement. He served in both Walton County's field training program as an instructor and in the breathalyzer program, eventually earning the Life Saving Award Certificate. On top of his impressive law enforcement career, he was a dedicated husband to his wife, Crystal, and an exemplary father to his four children: Zane, Clarice, Layla, and Tracker. Outside of work, Deputy May was known for being a pillar of the community, who enjoyed playing cornhole and cheering on Alabama football with his neighbors. Deputy May was a model officer who never stopped defending his family and the community he loved. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Deputy William ``Will'' Paul Thomas May and offering prayers and condolences to his family and friends. May his sacrifice serve as a reminder that this body must always support our law enforcement and ensure that they have all the support necessary to safely protect our communities. ____________________