[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 17]
[Senate]
[Page 22409]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     JEFFREY MITCHELL: IN MEMORIAM

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, today I ask my colleagues to join 
me as I honor the memory of a dedicated public servant, Sacramento 
County sheriff's deputy Jeffrey Mitchell. For 9 years, Deputy Mitchell 
devoted his life to protecting the citizens of Sacramento County. On 
October 27, 2006, Deputy Mitchell was tragically killed in the line of 
duty.
  Upon graduation from Westmont High School in 1986, Jeffrey Mitchell 
joined the U.S. Air Force and served as a security officer for 5 years. 
After leaving the Air Force, he earned a teaching credential at 
California State University, Sacramento, and taught as a substitute 
teacher at local schools. His talent, passion, and humor dealing with 
students, coupled with his dedication to education, made him a natural 
teacher in the classroom.
  In 1997, Jeffrey Mitchell chose to continue his public service and 
joined the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department. He brought with him 
the same good-natured spirit that he exhibited in his previous 
professions to his new career in law enforcement. Jeffrey Mitchell 
served as the recreational technician at Rio Cosumnes Correctional 
Center in Elk Grove and was promoted to deputy in 2002.
  Deputy Mitchell's family, friends, and colleagues all remember his 
infectious smile and kind heart. He is survived by his wife Crystal, 
son Jake, and sister Kim Gervasoni. Deputy Mitchell was a devoted 
family man who chose to work the overnight shift so he could pick his 
son up from school and prepare dinner for his wife when she arrived 
home from work. He shared his love of sports with Jake and coached his 
T-ball team.
  Deputy Jeffrey Mitchell served the County of Sacramento with honor 
and distinction and fulfilled his oath as a deputy sheriff. His 
contributions and dedication to public safety are greatly appreciated 
and will serve as a shining legacy to his service.
  We will always be grateful for Deputy Mitchell's exemplary service 
and the sacrifices he made.

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