(KODE/KSNF) — Two Christian County sheriff’s deputies killed in the line of duty earlier this week are laid to rest.
Thousands of mourners packed Springfield’s James River Church for Gabriel Ramirez and Michael Hislope’s funeral services. The two deputies died following a traffic stop that turned violent.
“Mike, Gabe. You’ve finished this race. You have kept the faith. You have protected this county with every fiber of your being. As your sheriff, I’m giving you your final orders. Go home to the Lord,” said Christian County Sheriff Brad Cole.
Ramirez was killed during the initial traffic stop around 4:00 p.m. Monday. Hislope was killed during an exchange of gunfire with the suspect—who was also killed. They both leave behind family who says the two men brought out the best in those around them…