Sangamon County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard

06/17/2023

The Honor Guard mourns the loss of retired SCSO Deputy James P. McNamara. "Jimmy Mac" served the people of Sangamon County for 33 years before retiring.

Services are private. Contributions may be made to the Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery in lieu of flowers.

View James P. McNamara's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

11/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you to all who have served and those who continue to serve!

10/01/2022

Today we remember Sheriff Wes Barr, on this, the third year since his passing in 2019. We keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for your service.

09/11/2022

05/30/2022

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them" - John F. Kennedy

Thank you to all those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our liberty and freedoms.

05/04/2022

We join our brothers and sisters in Knox County in mourning the loss of Knox County Deputy Sheriff Nicholas D. Weist, who passed away in the line of duty while assisting in the apprehension of a fleeing suspect.

04/03/2022

Thank you to everyone who came out this morning and had breakfast with us! Thank you to the SCSO Corrections Division for ordering from us and the SCSO Patrol Division for coming out!

03/16/2022

We mourn the loss of retired Lt. Eric Knowski, who served Sangamon County for 23 years and only recently retired. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

The Honor Guard will be providing all services requested by the family.

02/26/2022

Congratulations to Academy Class 22-12! The Honor Guard once again had the privilege of posting colors at their graduation ceremony.

02/19/2022

We mourn the loss of retired Spaulding Police Chief Ken Metcalf Jr. The Honor Guard will provide posting at the visitation and funeral es**rt and graveside details.

Visitation: Sunday, 2/20 from 1700-1900 Fullenwider-Park Funeral Home, 200 S. Church St. in Mechanicsburg. LE walkthrough at 1700, start lining up at 1645.

Funeral: Monday, 2/21 at 1100, Fullenwider-Park Funeral Home, 200 S. Church St. in Mechanicsburg.

01/09/2022

Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office would like to recognize all our sisters and brothers who put their lives on the line, sacrifice time with their families and protect our communities, each and every day. We are the difference between chaos and order.

Consider changing your profile picture for today, wear blue clothing and thank any law enforcement officer you can.

12/30/2021

Two lives lost in less than 24 hours...

We join our brothers and sisters across the state in mourning.

Wayne County Sheriff's Office Deputy Sean Riley, found shot to death after stopping to assist a motorist.

Bradley Police Department Sergeant Marlene Rittmanic, shot while investigating a barking dog call.

Our thoughts and prayers are with their friends and families, both blood and blue.

We continue to pray for the recovery of the other Bradley Police Officer in critical condition shot during the same incident.

12/05/2021

Members of the Honor Guard joined our brothers in blue SPD Honor Guard for the Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade (thank you for sharing the photo Jennifer!).

12/03/2021

We mourn the loss of Riverton Police Officer TC Harkins. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, both blood and blue.

SCSO Honor Guard will be providing visitation and graveside services.

11/29/2021

Photos from yesterday's Back the Blue Illinois 2nd Annual Toy Drive!

11/27/2021

Santa has arrived!

11/27/2021

We're open and accepting toys at the Back the Blue Toy Drive at the Crown Plaza! Santa will be flying in via helicopter at 1210 and Mrs. Claus is waiting with cookies! Back The Blue Illinois

11/25/2021

Come see Santa (and us!), this Saturday from 12-2 at the Crown Plaza! Bring a new toy to donate!

11/11/2021

Thank you to all those who have served and continue to serve!

11/02/2021

Congratulations Chief!

11/02/2021

Congratulations to all!

10/29/2021

Congratulations Chief Deputy Cheryllynn Williams on your retirement!

Today we got to honor our Chief Deputy Cheryllynn Williams on her retirement! She has been a part of the SCSO family for over 25 years and will be truly missed! CONGRATULATIONS and the best of luck to you on all future endeavors!!

10/26/2021

We join our brothers and sisters in the Metro East area in mourning the loss of Pontoon Beach Police Officer Tyler Timmons, who was shot in the line of duty earlier this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, both blood and blue.

10/24/2021

We have leftovers! Humphrey's Market Traditional Brats! 4 bags of 20 each. Will split into smaller packages! $1 per brat (approx. $3.69 per lb). PM for details!

10/24/2021

Two hours left to come grab some dinner and watch the game! Brats, hot dogs, giant pretzels! Happy Oktoberfest!

09/25/2021

09/11/2021

20 years ago, in one single day, our country shared loss and grief. Those tragic events led to unwavering bravery and monumental solidarity. We will never forget those that were lost, those still living with that loss, and the heroes that we should all strive to be in that moment.