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James Arthur Bevis

Died April 4, 1985

James Arthur Bevis.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
Mechanism Firearm
What Happened

Deputy Sheriff James Bevis was shot and killed by two suspects who had just robbed a convenience store in Malone. One of the suspects gained control of Deputy Bevis' gun and shot him. Both suspects were convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life.

Survivors
Deputy Bevis was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was survived by his wife and two children.
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Service Record
Also Served
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
Deputy Sheriff
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 6-W · Line 13 cut as JAMES ARTHUR BEVIS
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In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Deputy Sheriff Bevis served with the Jackson County Sheriff's Office.

Thank you for your service to the Marianna community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

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