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Ozark Today
By the People, for the People
Funeral Arrangements Announced for Fallen Christian County Deputies
Public visitation and services will be held at James River Church in Ozark.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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Funeral arrangements have been finalized for Christian County deputies Gabriel Ramirez and Michael Hislope, who were killed in the line of duty this week. Public visitation will be held on Friday, February 27th, and funeral services will take place on Saturday, February 28th, both at James River Church in Ozark, Missouri.
Why it matters
The deaths of Deputies Ramirez and Hislope have deeply impacted the Christian County community, as they were both well-respected officers who served their community with distinction. The public funeral services will allow the community to come together to honor their lives and sacrifice.
The details
The public visitation for both deputies will be held on Friday, February 27th from 5-8 p.m. at James River Church in Ozark. The funeral services for the two deputies will take place the following day, Saturday, February 28th, at 1 p.m. at the same location. Immediately following the funeral, honors will be rendered on site and a law enforcement procession will follow to Greenlawn Funeral Home in Ozark. There will be no graveside service.
- Public visitation will be held on Friday, February 27th from 5-8 p.m.
- Funeral services will take place on Saturday, February 28th at 1 p.m.
The players
Gabriel Ramirez
A 30-year-old Christian County deputy who joined the sheriff's office on March 14, 2025.
Michael Hislope
A 40-year-old Christian County deputy who joined the department on October 28, 2019.
Richard Dean Bird
The suspect who fatally shot Deputy Ramirez and was later killed by officers in a shootout.
The takeaway
The tragic deaths of Deputies Ramirez and Hislope have left a profound impact on the Christian County community, who will come together to honor their service and sacrifice at the public funeral services this weekend.
