The funeral for fallen Oakland County Sheriff's Deputy Eric Overall was held on Tuesday at Mt. Zion Church in Clarkson.
During the funeral, they played the end of watch call for Deputy Overall. Hear it in the video below or above with the transcription below.
Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Eric Overall, Badge 664, end of watch, November 23, 2017.
Deputy Eric Overall was assisting another agency in a vehicle pursuit. Protecting his community, he gave himself, serving his community with courage and valor.
The men and women of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office are forever grateful and proud to have served with Deputy Overall.
We shall never forget his ultimate sacrifice. Deputy Eric Overall is now secure from his tour of duty.
He leaves behind a loving family and a grateful community. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten.
Deputy Eric Overall, rest in peace, sir. Rest in peace.
Overall was preparing to use stop sticks to stop a fleeing suspect when he was hit and killed. The 22-year-old driver, identified as Christopher Berak, is charged with first degree homicide and murder of a peace officer.
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