Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You will never be forgotten and will always be in our prayers. You have paid the ultimate sacrifice and will always be there to watch over us. Hillsborough Co citizens have lost a very special person. Take care brother.

PO R Eckert
Town of Chester PD

April 25, 2004

My Fallen Brother,

Your service will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family and friends.
Rest in peace...

Dep Kevin Angell #2016
Sarasota Co Sheriff's Office Honor Guard

April 24, 2004

It is a sad time when any of my bretheren go down in the line of duty. However we know the risk, and accept it. It takes a special person to beocme an officer of the law, one with an open heart, one who cares for his fellow man.

It could have as easily been myself or any other deputy/officer, as so many times before. Carry on my brother, you are not forgotten. May your family be comforted by god and all of your friends still of flesh and blood. Rest easy...

Intern
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

April 24, 2004

Deputy Abella,

May you rest in peace brother, you made the ultimate sacrifice...

Deputy Sudbrink
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, FL

April 24, 2004

To the family of Deputy Abella,

Always remember that Deputy Abella was a hero in everyone's eyes and will be missed by all of his law enforcement family. Be very proud of his accomplishments and make sure his children always know that their father was a brave man who put his life on the line everyday for strangers because of his dedication to protect and serve. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Officer L. Bennett
Lakeland PD

Officer L. Bennett
Lakeland Police Dept

April 24, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, your friends, and your department. Rest in Peace.

Gainesville Police Department, Florida

April 24, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Deputy Sheriff David Abella … and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
… our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done David... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vin and Pook- Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

April 23, 2004

YOU WERE SO LOVED AND WILL TRULY BE MISSED; A UNIQUE SOUL WHO WILL NEVER BE REPLACED. MY ONLY COMFORT IS KNOWING THAT YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE ABOVE AS A GUARDIAN ANGEL FOR THOSE OF US WHO CARRY OUT OUR SWORN DUTY IN YOUR HONOR. AND TO YOUR FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

FRIEND OF DAVID AND FELLOW OFFICER

April 23, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You put it all on the line for your community. Rest in peace BROTHER.

Patrol Sgt.
Clearwater PD

April 23, 2004

I never knew you,
But we are brothers,
I never met you,
But we are brothers,
Our paths never crossed,
But we are brothers,
I have never patrolled in your town,
But I know we have been on duty together,
just in another town.
And we are brothers.
And as a brother,
I feel the pain,
I feel the hurt,
And I feel the sadness that only a brother can undergo.
The sacrifices that each of us make everyday in nothing compared to the one you and your fellow officers have accepted.
One that everyone one of us is aware could happen
Any day, any moment, any second.
You have made me proud,
You have made my job easier because
I am more aware.
I am more cautious
And I will never forget you.
May God hold you in his hand and have you rest in peace.

PC4480 Regie Butler
Devon&Cornwall Police UK

April 23, 2004

To the Family of Deputy Abella:
I am truly sorry for your loss. I know that nothing can ease your pain right now, but please know that you will be in the prayers of many. Deputy Abella died a hero, and his service and sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten.

Sincerely,
Valarie Bell Wright

Valarie Bell Wright
Daughter of Ptl. William B. Bell, EOW 11-19-02

April 23, 2004

Rest in Peace....

Special Agent
Federal Bureau of Investigations; former HCSO Deputy

April 23, 2004

Another brother lost but never forgotten. Rest in peace. My prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Abella.

Ofc. Trey Thompson
Largo P.D., FL

Ofc. Trey Thompson
Largo P.D., FL

April 23, 2004

MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PEACE.

Officer USFPD
USFPD

April 23, 2004

Our hearts and prayers go out to Deputy Abella and his family. May God watch over his family and co-workers. Rest In Peace my Brother! IN VALOR THERE IS HOPE!

Officer Rich Cheatham
Va. Beach Police Dept

April 22, 2004

May God Bless you Deputy Sheriff David Abella
We are all at a loss without you.

Deputy Constable LC Downing
Wharton Co. TX. Pct 2 Constable

April 22, 2004

To Deputy Abella's family, fellow-officers and friends:

Those of us in Columbia County who have experienced a similar accident share in your shock, grief and sorrow.
May God send you peace , comfort, and strength in the days ahead, as well as acceptance of the many unanswered questions. You are in our prayers.

One of 629's friends in Columbia County.

Anonymous

April 22, 2004

My heart is heavy with sadness and grief. Our agency and community are better places because of you and your accomplishments, David. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. My brother, you will be greatly missed!

Deputy T. Wright
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

April 22, 2004

Thank you for your dedication and service. you did not die in vain, and will never be forgotten. May god bless his family, friends, and fellow officers during this sad and tragic time.

Anonymous

April 22, 2004

Rest in peace knowing that you did a Job Well Done......

1942
PPD

April 22, 2004

To the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Abella, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. We have assumed the watch, REST IN PEACE our fallen brother in blue and GOD BLESS.

Officer K. Swaney
Charlotte-Mecklenburg P.D

April 22, 2004

Heaven gained another hero! Thank you Dep. Abella for laying down your life for your fellow man. You will not be forgotten!

Richard Raymer
Private Citizen

April 22, 2004

My sympathies to all who were affected by this tragedy.
Your service to your community is appreciated by all of us. May God bless you and the survivors of your family. Rest in peace brother.......

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

April 22, 2004

I have fought a good fight,
I have finished my course,
I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7 KJV

Rest In Peace Brother

Constable Dave Austin
Dekalb Co. Alabama Constable/K9 Handler

April 22, 2004

TO: The family;loved ones;friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER:-- O, gentle Lord! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty , I ask your protection from all mental,physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence.Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me.I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer;and after my tour of duty is over here on earth, may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those that serve you well. AMEN- *** REST IN PEACE*** Sent to you by the father of First Class Officer J.D.Koeppen,Capital City Raleigh NC and Trooper D.C.Koeppen,NJ State Police.

Chief (retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

April 22, 2004