Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your deaths sparked a shockwave of news nationwide this week.....what a tragedy. My deepest thoughts go out to your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Thank you for doing this thankless job and serving as you made the ultimate sacrifice.

P.O.-Michigan

June 21, 2004

To the family of Officer C. Robert Bennett,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. It was very unfortunate to hear of Robert's passing. Our family has known Robert for years, from the time that he worked at Dun-Rite cleaners. Robert was a wonderful and sweet young man. He had high goals and a lot of ambition. He went far in his short life, and we wish the best for your family. Our wishes are with his little girl that she will grow up knowing what wonderful father she had! Thank you Robert for being such a wonderful person, may God bless you and your family.

Love,
The Horsley's

The Horsley Family: Clift, Cindy, Lara,

June 21, 2004

Rest in Peace Officer Bennett. Thank you for protecting us.

Ashley Drury
Clare, Michigan

June 21, 2004

I would like to thank Officer Bennett for his ultimate sacrifice on behalf of the citizens of Birmingham. I will never forget you. My prayers are with your family. I pray for a time when police officers can work and not have to worry about laying their lives on the line.

Pam Long
Children's Hospital

June 21, 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 honroable 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,Trooper D.C.Koeppen ,NJ State Police and Cadet Officer A.M.Koeppen,Wilmington NC.

Chief (Retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

June 21, 2004

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

1942
PPD

June 21, 2004

My condolences to the family and coworkers of PO Bennett. He will never be forgotten - he is a true hero. god bless you all & stay safe.

Deb H -sister of PO Robert Stanze EOW 08
st.louis

June 21, 2004

Our prayers are with all of the familes who have lost their loved ones in this tragic event. We pray that the Lord will ease your pain and give you the strength you need to get through this day by day. It is men like these officers who give of themselves to try and make this world a better place. They will truly be missed.

The Preston Family

June 21, 2004

May God Bless the family of these fallin officers. As others have said it takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday for citizens that they may never know or meet. These officers are now in a better place and although they will be missed we will be able to see them again. Thank you again and they will be missed. Rest in peace and God Bless.

June 21, 2004

You gave the ultimate sacrifice. The citizens of Birmingham and America lost a true hero. Gods' kingdom has no violence and only peaceful streets. You now walk a beat on one of them. We will all walk side by side one day. Stay safe and we will see you there one day.

First Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

June 21, 2004

This is yet another tragedy that we as Christians must hold on to all of the promises of God. To the families of this tragedy... Know this, God said no injustice will go unpunished, and that He is fighting on your behalf. He understands your hurt and pain right now. Allow Him to put his arms around you and Love on you through the many people he has and will touch to bring brighter days. I hurt because you hurt, I am praying for all the victims of this tragedy. May the peace of God which passes all understanding guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Satan is defeated.

June 21, 2004

I am shocked and sad that this happened. my prayers are with you. It hurts to loose a loved one especially so needlessly. May God wrap you in His loving arms.

karen smith
ob gyn south

June 21, 2004

Thank you for all that you did and all that you stood for. You will be greatly missed by all of your brothers and sisters, who will try to fill the void left by your loss. Sleep well and hold your head high knowing that you did all you could and we will not forget your supreme sacrifice. God Bless.

Hampton Patrolman
Hampton Police Division

June 21, 2004

My wife and I are truely saddened with the tragic deaths of your three fine officers. We mourn your sorrow and will be saying many prayers for the family, friends and fellow officers of your department. If there is any thing we can do from up here, please feel free to contact me. God bless and be carefull. Brother Simon Moussa

Provincial Constable Simon Moussa
Ontario Provincial Police

June 21, 2004

As a brother officer, I am deeply sadden by the loss our my fellow brothers in Alabama. We never know the cost of doing this job, to protect and serve our fellow man. But I am assured that we will meet each of our brothers over on the other side. For the many of us who have chosen this way of life, we ask God to guard us closer with his arms of protection, to be with us each day, as we face danger and if we fall to carry us home to his Glory. To the family of Officer Charles Robert Bennett, and his fellow conrades - IT IS my prayer that God will cover your pain and send sunshine of good memories to ease your sorrow. May God Bless the men and women who wear the badge - to be soilders in this land to defend the weak and the strong.

trooper glover
florida highway partol

June 21, 2004

Ofc. Bennett,

thank you for your sacrifice brother. may the lord be with your family. don't worry, we got it from here

10-42 eternally

OFC. J MACDONALD
FVPD, N.C.

June 21, 2004

If I should die in the line of duty may I not die in vaine there is a man that walks behind me with the same dreams I do the brother in blue. May you rest in peace now my brother your job in now threw.

Patrolman
Jasper Police AL

June 21, 2004

Rest in Peace my brother in Blue.

Prince William County Police Department, Virginia

June 21, 2004

To My Fallen Brother,

I am deeply saddened by the loss of you and your fellow officers. I hope your wife and child understand the sacrifice you have made. Only a chosen few have what it takes to do what we do. You my friend have made the ultimate sacrifice, may you rest in peace and forever be a hero.

Patrolman, J. Gorley, West Precinct
Memphis Police Dept.

June 20, 2004

God Bless Ofc. Bennett's Family, and his police dept. We are all saddened and will never forget his bravery. "Nemo Me Impune Lacessit"

Exp. Billy Anderson
Grapvine Police Explorer

June 20, 2004

My brother is a Birmingham Police Officer and my heart goes out to the families of those lost in the line of duty. I can't imagine what you all must be going through. May God provide you with the comfort you need at this time. May you know that others care and grieve with you.

Lisa Roper

June 20, 2004

To Officer Bennett's family - Your loved one died a hero. Your family is held in the prayers of many around the nation.

To the Members of Birmingham Police Dept - I can't even imagine the pain you are experiencing in losing three of your brothers. The greatest honor you can give them is to carry on fighting the good fight in their memory. Know that you will three special angels watching over you.

Police Dispatcher
Sterling Heights, MI PD

June 20, 2004

Rest in peace. What a shame that 3 officers lost their lives while serving a warrant. What is the world coming to?

Agent D. Paul
Department of Homeland Security

June 20, 2004

I pray that you will be our eyes, to watch us where we go. Help us to be wise, in times when we don't know. Let this be our prayer, when we lose our way. Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace, give us faith so we will be safe.

I know that Officers Bennett, Owens and Chisolm are watching over us all, keeping us safe as we do our jobs. Walk with God. Walk in peace. God bless.

Anonymous
Homewood Police Dept.

June 20, 2004

Thank you for your dedication in public service. For the family, my heart and prayers are with you during this time. May you find comfort in the Holy Spirit and from your friends and extended family as we hold you hands and reach out with love. It takes a special person with a special strength to reach out to others while in the line of duty. I believe Officer Bennett was that kind of person. May he rest in peace, knowing that he served us well. May the family members know that peace~
Virginia; Birmingham

June 20, 2004