The Gordon County Sheriff’s Office recognized 20 employees recently for their dedication, longevity, and outstanding service to the community during a special awards ceremony.
Sheriff Mitch Ralston presented Distinguished Service Crosses to 17 sworn deputies and civilian employees in recognition of their years of faithful service. Three jailers also received special awards for exemplary performance while serving in the Gordon County Jail.
Receiving Distinguished Service Crosses were Sgt. Eric Bohannon and Ms. Tera Wilson for 25 years of service; Lt. Russ Jones, Deputy Corey Tate, Sgt. 1st Class Angie Wright, Detective/Sgt. Clifford Daniel, Lt. Chad Phillips, Detective/Sgt. Kenneth Hollaran, and Detective Mike Hill for 20 years of service; Ms. Vickie Hamsley, Sgt. 1st Class Johnny Bray, and Detective/Lt. J.L. Johnston for 30 years of service; and Lt. Andy Roberts, Capt. Daniel Morrison, Capt. Jack Jenkins, and Capt. Keith Henson for 35 years of service. Ms. Charlotte Rediger was also recognized for 25 years of service.
Special awards were presented to Jailor Aven Serritt-Moore, who received a Certificate of Commendation, and Jailors P.L. Beavers and Anthony Hiles, who each received the Meritorious Service Award for exceptional acts of service within the jail.
During the ceremony, Sheriff Ralston praised the honorees for their commitment to public service.
“Gordon County is fortunate to have people such as these, who’ve dedicated large portions of their lives to the service of others, working every day to keep our community safe,” Ralston said.
Chief Deputy R.L. Paris joined Sheriff Ralston in recognizing the employees during the ceremony, which celebrated decades of service and the continued commitment of Sheriff’s Office personnel to protecting and serving Gordon County residents.
