Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As a member of the Alexandria Police Departments Citizen's Academy and Ride-a-long Program, I've had the honor and privilege of riding with too many Officers to name. And I've made some very good friends in the process. It does this mother's heart good getting to know who's out there protecting my children and the others of Alexandria.

My motto has always been to "Support the ones who protect and serve BEFORE you need their service and protection." Officers David Ezernack and Jay Carruth are not the only heroes at the APD. The others are still out there protecting us. And they have my deepest respect and appreciation for what they're doing and my sincerest sympathies for such a great loss.

We often fail to let our officers know what they mean to us until a tragedy like this happens. We need to let these men and women know how much they mean to us now. Before they've proven their bravery and dedication by putting their life on the line to protect us.

The bravery of Officers Ezernack and Carruth will never be forgotten. The APD and the local community will make sure of that. But we also need to make sure that the ones who are still out there aren't forgotten or taken for granted.

Thank you and God bless you all for what you do.

Paula Gorham Fealko
Member of the APD Ride-a-long Program

YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN

PATROLMAN FIRST CLASS
MBPD

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE OFFICERS
WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS AND
PRAYERS ARE WITH OFFICER CARRUTH, HIS FAMILY AND
CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS..

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

My thoughts and prayers are with Patrolman Carruth's friends and families. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sami Thomson
Surviving niece of Officer Jon Cook
San Francisco Police Department

To the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Carruth, may God bless and comfort you during this terrible time.

Jamie Johnson, surviving sister of
Officer Jon Cook
San Francisco Police Department

To the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Carruth, may the God of comfort and peace get you through this tragic time. There is no understanding "why" something like this happens. God Bless You

Becky Jacks
Mother of Officer Julie Jacks EOW 5/6/2002

Rest in peace my brother—You will not be forgotten. You have done your duty.

As I visit the Law Enforcement Memorial on May 15th, I will say a prayer for you, your family, and all those that have been affected by your passing.

See you some day brother.

Corporal Jodie L. Warren
Prince George County Police Department, Virginia

My thoughts and prayers are with the Alexandria Police Dept.
My condolences to the friends and families of these HEROS!
May God hold you close in HIS arms.

Corporal Detective Lisa S Satcher
Gainesville Police Florida

God Bless Jay Carruth, his family, co-workers and SRT team mates. We were devastated to hear of your loss. It is obvious that Jay was a hardworking, dedicated police officer who will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him and those who did not know him but were protected by his presence everyday. We are sure Jay is in a better place, safe from harm and watching over us all.

Voorhees Twp. Police Swat, NJ
Voorhees Twp. Police, NJ

Officer Carruth,family and friends my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and May your love one rest in peace.
D. Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
PPD
EOW 12/26/01

I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR DEPARTMENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES LOSS.

PO M. Chernik
Chicago Police Department

MY BROTHER WHO WEARS THE SAME UNIFORM AS I AND PROTECTS THE CITIZENS OF THIS GREAT NATION, I COMMEND YOU FOR A JOB WELL DONE ON THIS EARTH AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A BROTHER I NEVER MET BUT GAVE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE TO KEEP OUR STREETS SAFE AT NIGHT WHILE OTHERS SLEEP KNOWING THEY WERE PROTECTED. MY HEART ALSO GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY THAT LOVED YOU SO MUCH AND KNEW WHAT DANGERS WERE OUT THERE. YOU LAID DOWN YOUR LIFE FOR THE REST OF US THAT WEAR THE BADGE WITH HONOR AND FOR THAT BROTHER MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND GOD WILL BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

OFFICER D. ZAMORA #2170

OFFICER DANNY ZAMORA
EL PASO POLICE DEPARTMENT

My sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Carruth.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him, I am sure that he has earned his seat in heaven. Rest well fellow officer, those of us remaining will cover your post on the blue line.

Sergeant Ryan McNeil
New Chicago, Indiana Police Department

This is a very sad day for your Department. You've lost friends and hero's and there are no words than can help. My deepest condolences go out to the Families of these fallen hero's, and also to their friends and to your department.
Stay strong, stay together and continue the fight for it is well worth it. Patrolman Carruth and PFC David Ezernack are now with God, watching over us all.
Mike Bradford, Ret. Investigator/Tallahassee Police Dept.

Ret. Inv. Mike Bradford
Tallahassee Police Dept.

IT JUST DOES NOT MAKE SINCE THAT PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD HAVE TO ACT THE WAY THEY DO. THANK GOD FOR THE FELLOW BROTHERS IN BLUE. PEOPLE JUST DO NOT UNDERSTAND WHAT A POLICE OFFICER GOES THROUGH EVERY SHIFT THAT THEY ARE 10-8. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY OF THESE TWO FALLEN HEROS. THEY WILL BE MISSED....

Deputy A.S. Russell
Greenville County Sheriff Dept., Greenville South Carolina

Never forgotten.

1658
Knoxville Police Department, TN

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer. Today, February 25, 2003 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Patrolman Carruth & PFC Ezernack who died on duty five days ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Patrolman Carruth's and PFC Ezernack' sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

Sleep well my brother, you will be missed.

A Brother

On behalf of my dept., I extend our sorrow to the family and friends. Rest in peace brother.

Deputy Justus Clinton, McLean County Sheriff's Police, Illinois.

Deputy Justus Clinton
McLean County Sheriff's Police, Illinois

our thoughts and prayers go out to the family & friends of officer carruth.

patrol-yvette borrero
beaumont tx

Our sincere sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Jay Carruth.

May the Lord give you peace and understanding at this time.

Lyndell and Elizabeth Taylor
Parents of
Deputy Sheriff
Morris Lyn Taylor (Douglas County, Oregon)
EOW 09-14-02

God Bless the family,friends,and co-workers of Patrolman Jay Carruth. By giving the ultimate sacrifice he is eternally alive in each and everyone one of us who bear the uniform and badge. May God give comfort to those who surrounded his life.

God Bless

Patrol Officer. R.Gomez
Pinecrest Police, Florida

God Bless the family, friends and co-workers of this hero. May God bring you peace in this time of sorrow. My prayers are with you.

LEO Wife
NJ

DAY IS DONE
GONE THE SUN,
FROM THE HILLS, FROM THE LAKE, FROM THE SKIES.
ALL IS WELL SAFELY REST,
GOD IS NIGH.

GO TO SLEEP, PEACEFUL SLEEP,
MAY THE SOLDIER, OR THE SAILOR, GOD KEEP.
ON THE LAND OR THE DEEP,
SAFE IN SLEEP.

LOVE, GOOD NIGHTM,
MUST THOU GO,
WHEN THE DAY, AND THE NIGHT NEED THEE SO?
ALL IS WELL, SPEEDETH ALL
TO THEIR REST.

FADES THE LIGHT;
AND AFAR
GOETH DAY, AND THE STARS SHINETH BRIGHT,
FARE THEE WELL; DAY IS GONE,
NIGHT IS ON.

THANKS AND PRAISE,
FOR OUR DAYS,
'NEATH THE SUN, 'NEATH THE STARS, 'NEATH THE SKY.
AS WE GO THIS WE KNOW,
GOD IS NIGH.

It is said that EVIL flourishes when good men do nothing.

To the family of these brave men who gave all so that others might live, I extend my deepest sympathy and gratitude for your continued sacrifice.

To those of us who were left behind who still wear the badge, the mission continues... tomorrow is another Tour Of Duty... May God comfort you with the knowledge that you DO make a differance.

Box Elder County Sheriffs Office Utah

Deputy Troy S. Pilivi Alpha Squad Leader
Box Elder Metro S.W.A.T.

Our thoughts and prayers go to the department and the families of these two brave heros. Having recently lost one of our own, it is the most tragic event that a department can endure. Remember, In Valor there is Hope. Never underestimate the Warrior's Spirit. God Bless.

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