Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff John Gunzell.
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law
enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communitites.
Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

September 13, 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 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 Master Officer J.D.Koeppen, Capital City Raleigh North Carolina; Trooper D.C.Koeppen, New Jersey State Police and Cadet Officer A.M.Koeppen, Wilmington North Carolina.

Chief (retired ) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

September 13, 2004

It is with heartfelt sadness that we send our condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Deputy Sheriff Gunzell. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time.

The family of Dave Grant EOW 5/31/04
Tuolumne Co. Sheriff's Dept.

September 13, 2004

Rest in peace sir.

Shannon
concerned citizem

September 13, 2004

On behalf of the men and women of Industry Sheriff's Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of Deputy Gunzell. Having recently lost Deputy Mike Arruda (EOW 06-15-04), we know all too well the pain and reality of losing one of our own. Please take comfort from knowing your extended law enforcement family grieves with you.

Rest in peace, Deputy Gunzell.

Industry Sheriff's Station
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

September 13, 2004

My heart and prayers are with the wife, children, family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Gunzell. May God be with you all in this terrible time of loss. Rest in peace Deputy Gunzell and thank you for a job well done. May the children of this fine deputy remember always that your dad is a true HERO.

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

September 13, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF DEP GUNZELL. MAY THEY KNOW THE COMFORT AND LOVE OF GOD DURING THESE TRYING TIMES. MY BROTHER, YOU ARE A HERO. YOU SERVED WELL, NOW REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

September 13, 2004

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but a two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
This was written by an unknown author.

Jim Moore
New Orleans PD, Retired

September 13, 2004

Having the pleasure of working with him and being his friend I will sadly miss him, Goodbye John I will never forget you. Larry

D/Sgt. L. Eaton
Gladwin County Sheriff Dept

September 13, 2004

Rest in peace and God Bless You.

Deputy
Southern California

September 13, 2004

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

DE
St. Louis City Police

September 13, 2004

Once again, we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Gunzell. 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

September 13, 2004

My deepest condolences to Deputy Gunzells family, friends and fellow Deputys. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. You will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace brother.

Deputy Don Cherry
Jackson County Sheriff's Dept, Michigan

September 13, 2004

ALL of our Officers, both Civilian and Military, are grieving over the loss of Deputy John Gunzell. Condolences and prayers for his loved ones, Police family, and Friends. Deputy Gunzell....you did, "Protect and Serve". All of us thank you for your commitment. What a MENTOR. We, (all Police Officers), know why you responded with dedication.

Detective
NAVAL WEAPONS STATION, CHARLESTON, SC

September 13, 2004

I pray that your family and friends find strength and comfort in theses reflections from your extended family. I had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Dep. Gunzell on several occasions and I am grateful that I was able to share those moments with him on his earth walk. Go rest high on the mountain my brother! If your family needs anything I am only a phone call away.

D/Sgt. Vencent Woods
State of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

September 13, 2004

GOD Bless John Gunzell, and may GOD be with his wife, children, and family in this great time of need. We lost a fellow Brother in Blue 09-Oct-04, and I feel for all of the co-workers because I can understand what you are all going through.
John is with his creator now, watching down on all of us. Always know that he will be there in spirit to guide you. He is at peace now.


Fly High Free Eagle, We'll Carry On from Here.

Deputy John S. Wilson
Clare County Sheriff Department

Deputy John S. Wilson
Clare County Sheriff Department

September 13, 2004

My thougths and prayers are with Deputy Sheriff Gunzell's wife, children, family, friends and co-workers. You are not alone in your pain and grief. We are all here for you. Psalm 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

September 13, 2004

"No greater a man, than he who will lay down his life for another."

Deputy Andrew S. Hynek
La Porte County, IN Sheriff's Office

September 13, 2004

I am so sorry to learn of Deputy Gunzell this morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children. May God grant them strength and understanding. May you rest in peace sir.

Captain Robert W. Cannon; Retired
Vermilion County, Illinois Sheriff's Department

September 13, 2004

It saddens me to learn of another Officers untimely death. My heart and prayers are with the family, friends and department of Deputy Gunzell.

Melissa
Federal Protective Service/DHS Dispathcer

September 13, 2004

Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell.

We've got the streets from here brother.

Officer
Killeen Police Dept. TX

September 13, 2004

May you rest in peace my brother in blue.

Police Officer
North Carolina

September 13, 2004

We grieve with you over your loss. Deputy Gunzell's family, friends and fellow officers are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sgt. Al Whitney
Yuma County Sheriff's Office, Yuma, AZ

September 13, 2004

I am honered to be the first to leave a reflection for Deputy Gunzell. Rest in Peace, we've got the watch from here.

Ofc. Culver, RJ
Holly Hill Police Department
Volusia County, Fl

Ofc. Culver, RJ
Holly Hill Police Department

September 13, 2004

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Deputy Sheriff Gunzell gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting the members of his community. You now walk a beat where there is no violence, only peace. See you on the other side.

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

September 13, 2004