YAVAPAI COUNTY, Ariz. — A Yavapai County Sheriff’s deputy died last week after a battle with cancer.
Deputy Michael D. Winkels, 62, died on Monday, November 2.
The department said Winkels served in law enforcement for 42 years, including 13.5 years with YCSO.
“This is a great loss to our community and our agency,” Sheriff Scott Mascher said. “Mike will be sorely missed.”
A memorial service is scheduled for Thursday at 9 a.m. on the lawn near the Yavapai County Library.
