Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lord God of unfailing love, to those families of our beloved nation, the United States of America, who are suffering in the wake of the loss of a Law Enforcement K-9 family member, Shot and Killed in the Line-of-Duty, help us to provide support. Allow us to be their rock and fortress in a time of immense pain and uncertainty. Help us to keep them safe and nourished in their time of grief, suffering beside them as we move toward healing and reconciliation. Lord God, in Your compassionate mercy, hear my prayer. Amen.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4 ESV]

“And ALL flesh shall see the salvation of God.” [Luke 3:6 ESV]

“For NOT ALL flesh is the same, but there is one kind for humans, another for animals, another for birds, and another for fish.” [1 Corinthians 15:39 ESV]

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” [Matthew 25:23 ESV]

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department [1974 – 1998]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained Christian Global Outreach Minister No. 36526
Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

January 6, 2024

On 06/05/22, 10 years later, Ivan’s retired handler succumbed to the demons many of us have from this job. May they be reunited in heaven with peace bestowed on their souls.

Policeman
Tucson Police

June 6, 2022

Ivan, your sacrifice save my brother-in-law life and the other Officers that night. I have never forgotten you.

S.E.C.
Sister in law

May 9, 2021

I thank you for your service, and I thank your handler for his dedicated service as well.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired.
New York State Police - Troop D

August 4, 2020

Rest Easy Ivan. We love you and miss you buddy.

K9 Handler
Tucson Police K9

December 11, 2019

His home dog park in southeastern Tucson, within Purple Heart Park, was renamed in his honor Ivan's Spot.

Donald Dockman
Citizen

August 13, 2015

RIP, our hero !!

fred and abbe leinenger

February 23, 2013

god bless you, RIP

FRED AND ABBE LEINENGER

February 23, 2013

Rest in Peace faithful companion, we have the Watch

Policeman
Brother in Blue, Phoenix Police

February 23, 2013

RIP thank you for your service

PCO. Brandi Eaton #1213
Aberdeen Police Department

February 14, 2013

RIP K9 Ivan! Semper Fidelis

K9 Handler S. DiIullo (Ret.)
Scottsdale PD ,AZ

February 14, 2013

Rest Easy bud. thanks for your service.

Joel Bugg
West Chester, PA
RIP Officer Brad Fox EOW 9/13/12

February 9, 2013

Rest In Peace, K-9 Ivan! Thoughts and prayers to the handler and his family. He will meet you again over the Rainbow Bridge.

Tyson Choquette (former handler)
Polk County Sheriff's Office

February 4, 2013

So sorry about Ivan who gave his all. Ivan, you can now run through the green meadows of heaven without worrying about any harm coming to you. We will all meet our furry loved ones at the Rainbow Bridge one day!

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor

February 1, 2013

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

January 29, 2013

Hopefilly he is playing up in heaven. I am so sorry this happened. My thoughts are with the officer/handler.

J. Brill

January 28, 2013

K9's are a breed amongst themselves. Rest in Peace. Sympathy to the officer/handler as I myself had a retired police dog and I understand the loss.

Stacy

January 27, 2013

Your loyal and brave heart will never be forgotten. Rest in peace sweet protective angel!

Anonymous
Charleston, IL

January 24, 2013

Far undervalued is the officer who walks on four short legs. His dedication, valor and sacrifice is no less than any who walks on two, and his dedication to protect his handler, his colleagues, and the people is unswerving and absolute. Ivan, the world thanks you for your service and your sacrifice. May you rest in peace.

Anonymous
Ocean City Police

January 23, 2013

Our K9 are true partners that help us in every way. My prayers to the handler of Ivan and fellow officers.

Deputy David Green
Torrance County Sheriff Department, NM

January 20, 2013

He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.

N. Falconer

January 17, 2013

R.I.P. K9 Ivan...you will not be forgotten, and many thanks for your fearlessness and bravery when confronted with extreme danger!

Officer Elizabeth Huntley-Roberts
College of Lake County Police Department

January 17, 2013

Rest in peace K9 Ivan.

Donna Johnson Culwell
Former Tucson resident

January 14, 2013

so sorry for the lose i was a k-9 handler with the durham county sheriff office durham in durham nc.they have no fear and protect the officers till the end if need be. k-9 are a great asset to all department across the nation.

trooper m.l.potts
north carolina state highway patrol

January 11, 2013

R.I.P Officer Ivan
Sweet Dreams

Citizen of UK

January 11, 2013