Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest now my brother because God has called you to guard the gates of heaven. We will take over here on earth. Rest in Peace

Police Officer Oscar Sanchez
Santa Ana Police Department

October 2, 2003

I can hardly believe what i just read.My heart goes out to all the loved ones and police family of Deputy Owens.For this to happen twice in such a short time in Wake County is unbelievable.My best friend is also a police officer in North Carolina so it really hit home for me.I wrote this poem when Deputy Franklin was killed and dedicated it to him,although i never knew him,and i remember it for you. May God have you safe in his loving arms..for eternity

Brothers In Blue

Like any other night
Like any other call..
But never to know,would be his last
and he'd fall...

His brothers in blue
hang their heads and they cry
at the senseless loss..
and for their friend who has died..

But his badge will shine on
Within hearts that he knew
And his soul will be lifted
by his brothers in blue..

Straight to the heavens
and the Father above
Where his courage will carry down to them
On the wings of a dove

So sadly they wipe away their tears
and give thanks for his friendship
they had through the years..
another cop today gave his life for you
forever in heaven
an angel in blue.

Rosie
Sydney Australia

October 2, 2003

REST IN PEACE FELLOW DEPUTY. WALK THE BEAT IN HEAVEN
ABOVE FOR YOUR JOB ON EARTH IS DONE. WE WILL WATCH
YOUR BEAT FOR YOU NOW. AGAIN REST IN PEACE

Sgt George Morris & K-9 JACK
Randolph Co. Sheriff's Office NC

October 2, 2003

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Deputy Phil Owens, as well to his friends and co-workers at the Wake County SO. Rely on those that are close to you now, it will ease the pain.

Rest in peace young warrior, your sisters and brothers in blue have your watch now. Protect us from your seat in heaven.

God Bless you.

Patrolman Elizabeth Tatum
West Memphis Police Department

October 2, 2003

My heart and prayers are with the wife, daughter, family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Owens. May God be with you all in this terrible time of loss. May his daughter know that her dad is a true hero. Rest in peace Deputy and thank you for a job well done.

Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure, EOW 08/06/02

October 2, 2003

The Officers and staff of the Valley Police Dept. offer our sincere words of comfort to the family and agency of Deputy Phil Owens. May you all know that we all share in the grief at the loss of this fine officer. May you rest in peace Brother.

Valley Police Dept. Staff
Valley Nebraska Police

October 2, 2003

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Deputy Owens

I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your love one and yet
another Wake County Sheriff. Although I did not know Deputy Owens
personally after the passing of Frank (Deputy James) my heart goes out
to each and every one of you. Although I did not know Deputy Owens
personally, we as a community have loss yet another devoted individual
that was willing to sacrifice it all in order to protect us and make this a
safer place to be. I pray that each of you will find comfort in knowing
that Phil is truly in the arms of an angel. He watched over us here on
earth and now from haven above. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May God be with you always!

Melinda Blankenship
Wake co citizen/friend of Deputy James EOW 9/5/03

October 2, 2003

The Wake County Sheriff's Office has lost another brother. You will be missed by all!! My prayers are with you and your family.

First Class Deputy D.S. Booth A634
Wake County Sheriff's Office

October 2, 2003

Phil,
We were just talking at the end of the shift on Wednesday morning. We had just finished clearing a call where a possum was stuck under a woman’s trailer. We had a good laugh about the situation and then we went to go sit and chat for the last few minutes of the shift. I had the next two days off, so I wouldn’t see you until day shift. I remember you saying “I’ll see you on day shift.” I never though that that would be the last time we would talk. You always left a conversation with a smile. We were just talking about Frank’s accident when it happened and how quick and unexpectedly life can end. You were truly a professional and you did your best to look out for the team. I have the utmost respect for you and you left a positive impact on all those around you. Only God knows why He called you last night and we may never know why. You gave your life for your community, county, and country. Thank you Phil, for what you did for us. You will never be forgotten. Like you would say, “We’ll hold down the south side for ya.” I salute you my brother.

Day is done,
Gone the sun,
From the hills,
From the lake,
From the skies.
All is well,
Safely rest,
God is nigh.

Deputy B. Saunders-B746
Wake County Sheriff's Office

October 2, 2003

Rest in Peace Brother Phil, you will not be forgotten.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOw 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs Police Dept. Okla

October 2, 2003

All of our condolences and prayers...

A local agency

October 2, 2003

The tragic loss of a law officer, father, and husband is always so difficult to comprehend. But to remember the good times of that person's life is to keep their memory alive in our hearts. May God bless him and his family. On behalf of the Apex Police Dept., we are truly saddened on the loss of another Wake Co. deputy. We fly our flag at half mast...

Sgt. Sean Pearson
Apex Police Dept.

October 2, 2003

My heart goes out to your family. My deepest condolences. Thank you for your loyal service.

October 2, 2003

Phil,
Its been a couple of months since I saw you last. I was out on a code 4 and you stopped to make sure everything was ok. You were always there for us, even if all we needed was a smile. Rest in peace brother. I know You and Frank will be watching over us as we watch out for each other, your wife, daughter, and your family. Till we meet again.

K. Harper 542
Wake County Sheriff's Office

K. Harper 542
Wake Co. Sheriffs Office

October 2, 2003

My prayers go out to the family, friends and fellow officers of Deputy Owens, I am so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Deputy Owens.

HM

October 2, 2003

Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Deputy Owens, and all those at the WCSO.

Greenville, NC PD

October 2, 2003

To Deputy Owens' family and to Wake Co. Sherriff Office,
You are all in my prayers durning this time. To have lost 2 good men in a month, the pain you feel in your town and homes must be great. Please know that the Lord will see you through this and carry you when you can not walk. Look to him when you feel you just can't go on. He is there for you.
Rest in peace Deputy Owens.

Christy Quarles-Jacobs
Cousin of Deputy Scott Quarles Laurens SC EOW 6-11-03

October 2, 2003

On behalf of Fayetteville Police Department, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Deputy Owens and the Wake County Sheriffs Office. Rest in Peace brother.

Fayetteville Police Department

October 2, 2003

My condolences to Deputy Owens' family, friends and the members of the Wake County Sheriff's Office. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you during this difficult time and may He grant you unwavering strength in overcoming this tragedy.

Deputy Owens, you will not be forgotten!

Officer
California Highway Patrol

October 2, 2003

Deputy Sheriff Owens My thoughts and Prayers are sent to your family, friends and agency during this tragic event that has claimed the life of another public safety official.

God Bless U All!!!!!

Tonya Stephenson
Private Citizen, Aston, Pennsylvania

October 2, 2003

We feel your loss here in Florida. May God bless you and your family. May His angels protect your loved ones now and in the years to come. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

Virtute Et Armis

Inv. John Creamer
Tallahassee Police Department

October 2, 2003

Rest in peace brother in blue.
The watch is ours now.

God bless your family.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

October 2, 2003

My prayers and deepest condolences are with
your Department, and especially with the friends
and family of your fallen hero. Stay strong,
stay focused, and know that Deputy Phil Owens will never be forgotten.
Mike Bradford; Tallahassee Police Dept., Ret.

Invesgt. Mike Bradford-Ret
Tallahassee Police Dept.

October 2, 2003

Rest easy brother. May God comfort those you leave behind. Another hero taken for a greater cause. Thank you for your service.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)

October 2, 2003

On behalf of the men and women who serve and work for the Georgia Perimeter College Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Phil Owens' family, friends, and co-workers with the Wake County Sheriff's Office.

God bless. Now you can walk Heaven's beat!

Officer Johns
Georgia Perimeter College Police Department

October 2, 2003