PICKENS COUNTY, Ga. - The Pickens County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of former Deputy Charles Gillette, who passed away after a courageous battle with cancer.

What we know:

Gillette was among the first School Resource Officers when the sheriff’s office began overseeing law enforcement for the Pickens County School System. Officials said he quickly became a trusted and respected presence among students, teachers, and staff.

Before joining the agency, Gillette served as a New Jersey State Trooper. After leaving Pickens County, he and his family relocated to Florida, where he continued to make a positive impact on those around him.

He is survived by his wife, Melissa, and their two children.

What we know:

Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at Ephesus Advent

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