“The citizens of Halifax County have lost a true public servant,” Halifax County Sheriff Wes Tripp said. “Captain Williams served the citizens of Halifax County for over 30 years, retiring in 2002. He continued in a part-time position with the Northampton County Sheriff's Office. Today, I along with the officers and members of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office join in extending heartfelt sympathy to the family at this time of sorrow. My family and I extend our sincere condolences to his family. Please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you.”

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Flags have flown at half-staff since his death as a way to mark his legacy in the county, Northampton Sheriff Jack Smith said.

Williams, whose career spanned 44 years, worked with Northampton from 2003 until his death, Smith said.

He is survived by his wife, Dean Rhome Williams, son Auburn Darrell Williams, Jr. (Bubba), daughter Kathy Calhoun and husband, Walt Calhoun, Amber Williams (daughter in law) and four grandchildren. Deputy Sheriff Auburn “Darrell” Williams was preceded in death by Melissa Dean and Michelle Hope. Williams began his career in law enforcement with the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office in July of 1972 until his retirement and then began working in Northampton.

“Deputy Williams was a loyal employee to the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office. He worked tirelessly in the Civil Division,” Smith said. “Deputy Williams was a true supporter of the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office. It was shocking when we discovered the passing of Deputy Williams and he will truly be missed.”

Smith called “Williams an inspiration to all of us. It will be very difficult to find someone with the knowledge and expertise like Deputy Williams had in the Civil Division. It is a sad day for all of the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office family.”