ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – The Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of one of its own – Sergeant Julie Rezex – remembering her efforts in the various roles she served, her “unwavering dedication” and her ability to coach, lead and inspire.
The sheriff’s office, which reported Sgt. Rezex’s death on Aug. 21, said she died unexpectedly earlier in the week.
In a released statement, the sheriff’s office said Rezex will be “forever remembered, deeply missed, and honored for the tremendous contributions she made throughout her career.”
Sergeant Julie Rezex of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office unexpectantly died, OCSO reported on Aug. 21.
“Our thoughts remain with her family, loved ones, and everyone who had the privilege of serving alongside her,” the sheriff’s office said.
Sergeant Julie Rezex of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office unexpectantly died, OCSO reported on Aug. 21.
‘Dedication to excellence’
Since joining in November 2012, Rezex served in various roles within the sheriff’s office, including: patrol, narcotics, strategic communications, the Hostage Negotiation Team and as a field training officer.
Most recently, Rezex worked in the K9 unit with her partner Charlie.
The sheriff’s office described her work ethic as having strong administrative and organizational skills and being a trusted mentor. OCSO said she served the community with “unwavering dedication, professionalism, and heart throughout her remarkable career.”
Sergeant Julie Rezex of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office unexpectantly died, OCSO reported on Aug. 21.
‘A tremendous person’
What they’re saying:
Tributes poured out from law enforcement agencies across Florida, expressing condolences to Rezex’s family and loved ones.
“Sergeant Rezex’s legacy is defined by her integrity, courage, compassion, and commitment to serving the residents of Orange County.”
— Orange County Sheriff’s Office
“The members (of) our agency extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Sgt. Rezex. OCSO has lost a tremendous person. Our community has lost a dedicated servant. Godspeed.”
— Edgewood Police Department
“Heartbreaking. Thinking of you all and her family and loved ones.”
— Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office
“The Winter Springs Police Department expresses our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office following the passing of Sergeant Julie Rezex.”
— Winter Springs Police Department
The Source: Information in this story was gathered by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.