Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

K9 Jethro:

Thank you for your law enforcement service to the citizens of Canton, Ohio and to the Canton Police Department. Let us celebrate your accomplishments and remember your selfless sacrifice in the Line-of-Duty. However, death is not the end; it does not have the final say! All dogs do go to heaven because you have a spirit that epitomizes God's unconditional love. And He [Jesus] said to him, "Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise" [Luke 23:43]. Now, my four-legged furry Comrade in Blue, rest easy, we will take it from here. "Well done, good and faithful servant" [Matthew 25:11]. May the Lord God bless you always. Amen

Pastor Steven Robert Closs, MNACM
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Merrimack, NH 03054
Chartered by the National Association of Christian Ministers

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

January 10, 2016

Rest in peace Jethro, such a young canine hero you were on this earth. Humans could learn so much from you canines if only they'd spend more time listening......................

civilian Mike

January 10, 2016

I prayed for jethro - I thought he was going to make it & am so shocked & saddened. Sorry to everyone who loved this brave officer. He died a true hero.

Pam
Canadian citizen

January 10, 2016

Jethro , you are an angel and a Hero. You will always be in my heart and I will never forget the price you paid to protect us. To your handler and colleagues: I am very sorry for your loss.

Survivor, Sister of Constable Brian Bac
Brazos County Constable, Precinct 1

January 10, 2016

Thank you for your service to Law Enforcement. You are among the many Brave K-9's who served Honorably and selflessly to protect us on the front lines. RIP my friend

Corporal / EMT-B Robert Mhoon
Maypearl PD

January 10, 2016

Honor Me!
Do not mourn for me
For I have known the love of another
Do not mourn for me
For I have known the touch of a child’s gentle touch
Do not mourn for me
For I have known joy
Instead celebrate my life, love joy and happiness
By that you honor me.--SherryJo Crandall

civilian

January 10, 2016

Rest in peace K-9 Jethro - job well done - end of shift.

Wife of Fire Firghter/Mark Frederickson
Montgomery County EMS, MD

January 10, 2016

Thank you Jethro for your service and ultimate sacrifice, we will love and remember you always....

Ptl. Jeremy D. Milford Sr. Badge#11
Peninsula Police Department, Peninsula, Ohio

January 10, 2016

Run free over the rainbow bridge, sweet Jethro. There is no greater love than he who gives his life for his friends. Peace and love to Officer Ryan and his whole department tonight.

Investigator Stacey Andrews
State of Missouri

January 10, 2016

My husband and I were following K-9 Jethro's updates. I was saddened to discover that he passed away. We lost our "brown boy", Max (10 yr. old Chocolate Lab) to stomach cancer (11/14/14). Though completely different circumstances, I know the pain that Jethro's handler/"Daddy" is feeling. I believe that our boy, Max, was there to welcome Jethro to heaven. Both are free of pain; are forever watching over us. Heaven has gained a new HERO, in Jethro. To all who loved him, I am so very sorry for your loss.

Wife of Corrections Deputy Allie W
N/A

January 10, 2016

You have lost a sole mate for which I am very sorry. Thank you and Jethro for your service

Bill Watkins
Patriot Gurad Riders of Texas

January 10, 2016

Rest in Peace K9 Officer and Hero "Jethro". You will forever remain in the hearts of us all. Condolences to the Canton Police Department and to Jethro's Partner and Handler Officer Davis.
Police K9's are very much loved and appreciated by the Officers and Departments that they work with. They are an invaluable addition to a Police Department and to a Community. This is a great loss to so many people. Jethro fought to the very end and did not deserve this death. Knowing my Brothers and Sisters, everywhere, they will continue to serve and to protect and each will carry Jethro with them as they do so.

Terry May (Retired)

January 10, 2016

Jethro you join the brave handlers and your K-9 colleagues in heaven, those who gave all. Look down upon the future handlers and K-9s, guide them and protect them on your heaven watch. RIP

Civilian
San Diego, CA

January 10, 2016

Rest in Peace K-9 Jethro you will be missed by all who knew you

doris mcknight
security guard

January 10, 2016

Thank You Jethro for your loyal and selfless service to your community. Now go run and frolic as play with the other dogs up in Heaven that were waiting for you when came across the Rainbow Bridge

Civilian Angela Knapp

January 10, 2016

You gave the final full measure. Rest in Peace Brother.

Ofc A Lima
RI DOC

January 10, 2016

My sincerest condolences to both Officer Jethro's partner and the entire Canton Law Enforcement community. His loss has been felt across the entire country and his sacrifice will not be forgotten. R.I.P.

T in Dugway, UT
U.S. Army-Retired

January 10, 2016

Rest now K9 Jethro, Your service is done. All that is left now will be tears and smile for you gave the ultimate gift. Your loyalty and dedication will never be forgotten!

Deputy E.L. Thomas
Retired

January 10, 2016

I know that God has now carried you home across that Rainbow Bridge. It says in the Bible we will be known as we are known. You K-9 Jethro will be known as a loyal friend and warrior that saved lives. You made it a better place to live. You pursued the wicked doing a job most are so scared to do. That is Saintly. My prayers for your partner. Run , play and wait at that gate. I know you are in great company. My respect K-9 Jethro.

Trooper David Osborne Jr
Tennessee Highway Patrol

January 10, 2016

Thank you for your service, you are a hero Officer K-9 Jethro,! You and your family are in my prayers

Civilian Staff Lisa Van Dien
Santa Cruz County Sheriff

January 10, 2016

Thank you for your service Officer Jethro. You are indeed a hero for risking your life to save those who serve by your side. Rest in peace and as you cross the rainbow bridge those who have gone before you will be waiting to welcome you!
To the Canton Police Department and the Judicial system, put this person away for the rest of his life! He took an Officers life and should be prosecuted for murder!

(Civilian) Sherri

January 10, 2016

Love you and the humans you protected, and tried to protect you.

Mary Chambers

January 10, 2016

RIP Jethro.

Kevin Farrell

January 10, 2016

RIP American Hero. No greater gift does one give, than his life for someone else. This is ever so true for the K9's of LEO. They're is best. MGB Jethro, and his Partner Officer Davis an Family.

Patrolman S Walker
Waynesboro, Ms. Police Dept.

January 10, 2016

R I P Jethro! Hearts are breaking for you all over America. May swift and final justice prevail. Thank you for your service.

citizen
Tampa

January 10, 2016