Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

May 17, 2004

“When God made Peace Officers….”

When the lord was creating Peace Officers, he was into his sixth day of overtime when an angel appeared and said, “You’re doing a lot of fiddling around on this one.”

And the Lord said, Have you read the spec on this order? A Peace Officer has to be able to run five miles through alleys in the dark, scale walls, enter homes the health inspector wouldn’t touch, and not wrinkle their uniform.

They have to be able to sit in an undercover car all day on a stakeout, cover a homicide scene that night, canvass the neighborhood for witnesses, and testify in court the next day.

They have to be in top physical condition at all times, running on black coffee and half- eaten meals. And they have to have six pairs of hands.

The angel shook her head slowly and said, “Six pairs of hands….No Way.”

“It’s not the hands that are causing me the problems,” said the Lord, “It’s the three pairs of eyes an officer has to have.”

That’s on the standard model? asked the angel.

The Lord nodded. One pair that sees through a bulge in a pocket before he asks, “May I see what’s in there sir?” (When they already know and wishes they had taken that accounting job.) Another pair here in the side of their head for their partners’ safety. And another pair of eyes here in front that can look reassuringly at a bleeding victim and say, “ You’ll be alright ma’am, when they know it isn’t so.”

“Lord,” said the angel, touching his sleeve,” rest and work tomorrow.”

“I can’t,” said the Lord, “I already have a model that can talk a 250 pound drunk into a patrol car without incident and feed a family of five on civil service paycheck.”

The angel circled the model of the Peace Officer very slowly, “Can it think?” she asked.

“You bet,” said the Lord, “It can tell you elements of a hundred crimes, recite Miranda warnings in it’s sleep; detain, investigate, search, and arrest a gang member on the street in less time than it takes five judges to debate the legality of the stop…and still it keeps it’s sense of humor.

This officer also has phenomenal personal control. They can deal with crime scenes painted in HELL, coax a confession from a child abuser, comfort a murder victim’s family’ and then read in the daily paper how Law Enforcement isn’t sensitive to the rights of criminal suspects.

Finally, the angel bent over and ran her finger across the cheek of the Peace Officer. “There’s a leak,” she pronounced. “I told you that you were trying to put too much into this model.”

“That’s not a leak,” said the Lord, “It’s a tear.”

“What’s the tear for?” asked the angel.

“It’s for bottled-up emotions, for fallen comrades, for commitment to that funny piece of cloth called the American flag, and for justice.”

“You’re a genius,” said the angel.

The Lord looked sober. “I didn’t put it there,” he said.


Anonymous

Senior Instructor
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

May 17, 2004

“When God made Peace Officers….”

When the lord was creating Peace Officers, he was into his sixth day of overtime when an angel appeared and said, “You’re doing a lot of fiddling around on this one.”

And the Lord said, Have you read the spec on this order? A Peace Officer has to be able to run five miles through alleys in the dark, scale walls, enter homes the health inspector wouldn’t touch, and not wrinkle their uniform.

They have to be able to sit in an undercover car all day on a stakeout, cover a homicide scene that night, canvass the neighborhood for witnesses, and testify in court the next day.

They have to be in top physical condition at all times, running on black coffee and half- eaten meals. And they have to have six pairs of hands.

The angel shook her head slowly and said, “Six pairs of hands….No Way.”

“It’s not the hands that are causing me the problems,” said the Lord, “It’s the three pairs of eyes an officer has to have.”

That’s on the standard model? asked the angel.

The Lord nodded. One pair that sees through a bulge in a pocket before he asks, “May I see what’s in there sir?” (When they already know and wishes they had taken that accounting job.) Another pair here in the side of their head for their partners’ safety. And another pair of eyes here in front that can look reassuringly at a bleeding victim and say, “ You’ll be alright ma’am, when they know it isn’t so.”

“Lord,” said the angel, touching his sleeve,” rest and work tomorrow.”

“I can’t,” said the Lord, “I already have a model that can talk a 250 pound drunk into a patrol car without incident and feed a family of five on civil service paycheck.”

The angel circled the model of the Peace Officer very slowly, “Can it think?” she asked.

“You bet,” said the Lord, “It can tell you elements of a hundred crimes, recite Miranda warnings in it’s sleep; detain, investigate, search, and arrest a gang member on the street in less time than it takes five judges to debate the legality of the stop…and still it keeps it’s sense of humor.

This officer also has phenomenal personal control. They can deal with crime scenes painted in HELL, coax a confession from a child abuser, comfort a murder victim’s family’ and then read in the daily paper how Law Enforcement isn’t sensitive to the rights of criminal suspects.

Finally, the angel bent over and ran her finger across the cheek of the Peace Officer. “There’s a leak,” she pronounced. “I told you that you were trying to put too much into this model.”

“That’s not a leak,” said the Lord, “It’s a tear.”

“What’s the tear for?” asked the angel.

“It’s for bottled-up emotions, for fallen comrades, for commitment to that funny piece of cloth called the American flag, and for justice.”

“You’re a genius,” said the angel.

The Lord looked sober. “I didn’t put it there,” he said.


Anonymous

Senior Instructor
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center

May 17, 2004

Dep. Wiberg,

You truly are a hero. Your brothers in blue could only hope to be as strong as you. My prayers are with you and your family and all the members of the Washoe County Sheriff's Office. RIP.

Ofc BM Damon
T/ Manlius PD, NY

May 16, 2004

John, It hurt me so much when I found out you were taken from us. But I then thought back about those old days playing softball and listening to yet another excuse when you were "eaten alive" by another hot grounder at third base. I also thought back to the times of going through the Reserve Academy and thinking, "I'm going to do this for free?". It didn't take you long to decide that this job was for you, and when you did, you touched many lives. I will always miss you and someday we will meet again. Take care brother and watch over us all...Farewell my friend. Muss

Officer Steve Mussell
Reno Nv. Police Dept.

May 16, 2004

Rest Easy Brother, You will not be forgotten.

Dep. Paul Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office , La

May 15, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

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

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

May 15, 2004

John-John, for someone that always made us laugh and smile you sure have made us shed so many tears. When Rogie left us, my heart was broken. It never healed but it was better after nine years. Then you up and break my heart all over again. I can't believe I'll never see you in the hallway at shift change with that clipboard tucked under arm as you smiled and said "Hey Tone." I've seen what an impact you had on your shift buddies. They really did love you John-John. I guess the lesson in this is that none of us are promised tomorrow. I hope each of us takes that lesson and lives our lives as you did yours, with laughter, fun, kindness, faith in God, good friends and family first. I know I will. Don't worry about those four beautiful girls who call you daddy. They will never be without one of us standing in for you. I know you would do the same for any of us if the circumstances were different. Go easy my cousin and watch over the rest of us until the time we meet again. I love you Big Man and I miss you terribly.

Tone-A748
Washoe County Sheriff's Office

May 15, 2004

Deputy Wiberg, Our prayers and hearts go out to you, your wife, your daughters, and the men and women of the Washoe County SO. God speed brother.

Steven Guibord, Chief/Naples Police, Utah

Jackie Guibord, Inv/Ret/SISB/Provo Police, Utah

Chief Steven Guibord
Naples Police

May 14, 2004

Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

May 14, 2004

God bless the blue angels.
Those willing to go, everyday into the valley of the shadow.
and those who now find peaceful shelter on the other side.
You are forever in our hearts and prayers.

ACooper
Emt

May 14, 2004

Sincere condolonces to the family, friends and co workers of yet another fallen hero. Policeman you've carried your burdens well,now go to pass through heavens gate. Forever remembered as a hero. Thank you for your dedicated services.

Police Officer John Zito
Stroud Area Police, Stroudsburg PA

May 14, 2004

God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. You will not be forgotten.

DE
St. Louis Police

May 14, 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 upon 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 who 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 ,N.J.State Police.

Chief (retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

May 14, 2004

John, you were like a brother to many of us and your memories will be left with us forever. The support you and your family is receiving would keep that big smile going for years to come. You are a true hero in our eyes and can rest in assurance that your wife and beautiful daughters will always be taken care of and will also never be forgotten. We all know you would have done the same for us.

We all love you and will see you when the time comes. Until then, be our angel above and keep us safe.

Detective Donald Gil
Washoe County Sheriff's Office

May 14, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Deputy Sheriff John Wiberg II and the Washoe County Sheriff's Office... our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done John... 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

Vinman and Pooky -Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

May 14, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the Family, friends, and co-workers of Deputy Wiberg

Newark NJ PD Auto Theft Task Force

May 14, 2004

Johnny Wiberg was my very good friend. I will miss his infectious laughter, his love of life, and his smile that was as big as him. JW I Love YOU and thank you for always being there for me and anyone else who was blessed enough to call you friend.

Deputy D. Bailey
Washoe County S.O.

May 13, 2004

Every day I visit this web site praying that there are no new names. Today my heart sank as I saw that the number was higher. To the family and friends of D/S Wiberg, and to the WCSO members, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; you are now 10-42 go walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you've done your time here, you are a blue angel, R.I.P. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed Brother.

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Bartow, FL

May 13, 2004

Rest in peace brother we'll take care of things down here.

Clayton Police Dept. North Carolina

May 13, 2004

My family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff John Wiberg II-you're all in our thoughts & prayers.May God watch over all of you.

Gail M Pabst
aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig EOW 2/16/04

May 13, 2004

The members of the Royal Palm Beach Police Department wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, coworkers, and friends of Deputy John Wiburg II. He has fought the good fight and has now gone to his reward. Many of our brothers and sisters are gone, but none are ever forgotten.

Sergeant T. E. Murphy
Royal Palm Beach, Fl. P. D.

May 13, 2004

Yet the life of another hero is taken too soon. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Wiberg. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.
Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us all to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

May 13, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your wife and daughters Deputy Wiberg.
Thank you for your service sir.

Lt Thomas Drury
Clare City P.D. Clare, Mich

May 13, 2004

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

DAUGHTER ALSO OF A FALLEN POLICE OFFICER.( VERNON JARRELLE JR- 8/1/73)

JOANNE JARRELLE JONES

JOANNE JONES

May 13, 2004