Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Just know that all of our hearts are with you and your family. You did your department and all of us proud. We will pick up where you left off and keep making things safe.

RIP brother

Deputy
Delaware County Sheriff's Office

January 7, 2005

BRYAN IT WAS A PLEASURE SERVING WITH YOU FOR THE PAST EIGHT YEARS , YOU HAVE TOUCHED THE LIVES OF SO MANY OF US,REST EASY MY BROTHER YOUR WATCH HERE ON EARTH IS DONE AND YOU SERVED IT WELL. YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN! YOUR FAMILY WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF, AND REST ASSURED JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED.

PATROL OFFICER
COLUMBUS POLICE

January 7, 2005

To the wife and daughter left behind my prayers are for and with you both. I wish I could change the outcome of what has happened but cannot. You both will forever be in my prayers till you again see your loved one.

State Trooper D Osborne/K-9 Coco
Tennessee Highway Patrol

January 7, 2005

To Bryan -

I am sure you are already smiling down at us from above. Our family will pray for your family in this time of sorrow and loss. Thank you for your dedicated service to your community. Lord knows you never heard that enough while you were able to be with us. To the Columbus Police Dept, we will also be praying for you as well as you have suffered a tremendous loss. Your brothers and sisters in blue are right there with you should you need us at any time, day or night.

Bryan, continue to stand your post, only this time you shall watch over God's Kingdom and you shall be honored.

God Bless you.

Patrolman T.W. Jester
Fort Wayne Police Dept

January 7, 2005

I will pray for your family, especially your 6-month old. God will certainly hold them in the palm of His hand. Well done, good and faithful servant.

Jonathan Phillips

January 7, 2005

On behalf of the members of the Jersey City PD I extend our sincere condolences to our Fallen Brothers family. You are in our prayers.
"God Speed"

Sgt. W.G. Kierce, Secretary FOP Lodge #4
Jersey City P.D. New Jersey

January 7, 2005

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human ( believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that " you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is " I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works " around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. " Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" ( that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, " he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, " he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is " only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan " At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, " I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Officer David Carroll
Choctaw Oklahoma

January 7, 2005

America Lost another Hero today,Officer Hurst was trying to protect the citizens of Columnus when he was taken from us. Go patrol those streets of gold Officer Hurst. we will continue on here for you. to the friends and family please turn to God, he will confort you and help you.

Sgt. William M. Riley
Aragon Georgia Police Dept.

January 7, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. I know a little of what you are going through. My brother was the first officer killed in 2004.It takes a special person to be a police officer and I know that the sacrifice that Mr.Hurst made will not be forgotten.May he rest in peace.

Sheila Ard
sister of Officer Tony Mims

January 7, 2005

RIP Brother
Condolences to the family, who we will help pull through.

71
MPD

January 7, 2005

To the family,friends and co-workers of Officer Hurst,our hearts are heavy and our prayers will be with you during this tragic time.Officer Hurst,you are a true Hero!We pray that the cowardly suspect that took your life will be captured soon with a speedy conviction to follow.

CPL.David Hazlett
Berry Hill P.D./Nashville,Tn.

January 7, 2005

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

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE - BUFFALO, NEW YORK

January 7, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your bravery, courage and commitment to the badge – your hard work and valiant efforts will never be forgotten.

A Relative of Officer Robert Stanze
EOW: August 8, 2000

January 7, 2005

Our prayers are with your family and department. May God bless all of you.

Memphis Police Dept

January 7, 2005

To Officer Bryan Hurst's fellow officers and family:
Without any doubt, a great loss has occurred to you all. No greater sacrifice can be made by any individual - a police officer - who was struck down in the prime of his life.
We too suffered a tragic loss in 2004. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic moment. God Bless Bryan, his wife, and their 6 month old daughter, and all the officers of the Columbus Ohio Police Department. One day, Bryan's daughter will know that her Daddy is a hero.

Chief William R. Seace
Lititz Borough Police Department

January 7, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Hurst, I offer my deepest sympathies. Although you will be missed deeply, you shall never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my fellow brother.

Patrolman William A Mays Jr
Youngstown State University Police

January 7, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Hurst, I offer my deepest sympathies. Although you will be missed deeply, you shall never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my fellow brother.

Patrolman William A Mays Jr
Youngstown State University Police

January 7, 2005

Thank You Brother for your service and dedication to duty above and beyond the call. We are so proud you are one of us in The Thin Blue Line. Rest assured your loved ones are never alone for we are but a phone call away.

Bob Johnson VA-VI

Bob Johnson U.S. marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights International Police Assn.

January 7, 2005

Ofcr Hurst, the Nation was lucky for the first few days of 2005...tragically though, there has to be a first Officer Down every year. We lost a brother in 2003, and we know the pain it brings. May God grant your family and friends peace of mind and console them with the knowledge that you are close to His throne now - where there is no pain, no crime, and death is vanquished. I look forward to meeting you there someday...until then, rest easy brother - we have the watch...

CSO M. Huber
Tucson PD

January 7, 2005

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"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"

GREGG HOUSTON
SOUTH CAROLINA

January 7, 2005

Why someone wants to take a father away from his 6 month old baby for just a little bit of money. This man was a father, a husband, and a son, and to take him away for what? Thank you officer Hurst, you are a constant reminder of the tragedy that goes on everyday in our country. You may go rest now, your fellow brothers and sisters will take your watch.

Reserve Officer
Columbia Police Department

January 7, 2005

My sincere condolences to Bryan's family. This has been a rough couple days, and it won't get any easier, with the showings, and the funeral coming up. I had the priviledge to work with Bryan on 12 Pct.and he was just an all around good person.There wasn't anything he wouldn't have done for any of us. Bryan, I know your watching over us and your family. You died a HERO, you saved alot of peoples lives in that bank and you will be layed to rest as a HERO should be. Your wife and child will be taken care because no part of our family (Columbus Police Division) will ever be forgotten! I know, I speak for probably every one in the Division, your murderer will be caught and justice will be served in one way or another! Rest in eternal peace my friend.

Officer Steve Redding
Columbus Division of Police

January 7, 2005

We will not let your torch go out, we will continue on and keep "Your Flame" alive. Peace is your reward, my brother.

C. Blain Torch Run Liaison SOKY
Special Olympics kentucky

January 7, 2005

To the family, friends and brother & sister officers of Officer Hurst: My deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Officer Hurst: Rest in peace brother.

A.N. (ret. Sheriff's Officer, NJ)

January 7, 2005

Officer Hurst, you have made a sacrifice like none other. You are keeping the streets of heaven safe and watching over us. Your mansion is ready. I pray for your wife and small child and family, the pain is like no other, but know that the prayers or many and the hands of angels will hold you up and eventually you will find peace.

January 7, 2005