Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

god bless you bryan,you are now one of gods angels,rest in peace.

master police officer
scottsdale police dept.az.

January 20, 2005

Hurst,

Tracy and I just visited with your Mom, Dad, brother, sister, your two nephews and your gorgeous little girl Malia.

Tracy was holding Malia and then was playing with her on the floor when she started saying "Da Da, Da Da" over and over again. It was unbelievable. Your Mom said she just started saying that recently but to hear it was something special.

Your Mom said Malia is also getting her first tooth coming in.

Greg showed me the tattoo he got in memory of you and his plans for a few more he'd like to get. He wants to get your badge, a Pittsburgh Steelers, and a Marine Corps Emblem all on his right arm. I told him he forgot about your OSU Buckeyes.

Well, it's past midnight talk to you tomorrow. Rest in peace.

As always Semper Fi.

Brandon

Brandon C. Walton, Toledo, OH
One of Bryan's Best Friends

January 20, 2005

God bless you and your family and all the members of the Columbus PD. You truly are a hero.

Ofc. BM Damon
T/ Manlius PD, NY

January 19, 2005

I didn't know this man, but I know his kind. A man willing to stand in the gap, ready to be there when things get tight.
My heart breaks for his family; a wife and a little one. Loved ones asking why and how.
Maybe someday your pain will give way to pride in knowing that your Husband, Father, Son or Brother was a man. A man that knew what he was about and what he would do to keep our streets safe.
Please know that he is appreciated more than you can know...by all of us.

Special Agent
Federal Air Marshal Service

January 19, 2005

I don't know you personally, but I can tell from your picture and all the great things you were to so many people That you were a Great Man!!!! I just want your family to know you can never be replaced and you will never ever be forgotten!!!!

My Prayers are for all those you touched
Sharon Atkins, Identical Twin Sister of
Sheila Herring, Norfolk Police Officer
killed in the line of duty January 16, 2003

Sharon Atkins

January 19, 2005

What a hero! Thank you for the sacrifice you have given. May God bless your family at home and your family of blue.

Officer William Inman
Birmingham Police Dept. West Precinct

January 19, 2005

To Bryan's mother and family, I know you're so proud of Bryan and the way he lived his life, No one can steal your memories. I can't imagine the pain you must feel but I hope every day gets just a little bit easier. You raised a hero. Please give Malia a kiss for me.

EMW Officer's wife
CPD

January 19, 2005

Marissa and Malia, you are in my heart and prayers. I think about you so much, worry about you, and cry for your loss. I hope you have the support you need and please know if you need more there are a lot of wives that are out here for you. We love you.

EMW Officer's wife
CPD

January 19, 2005

I had the honor to sever and work with Bryan Hurst in the Marine Corps stationed in Hawaii as K-9 Military Policeman. Bryan was a great guy and could always make you laugh with his dry sense of humor and his quick wit. I was in disbelief when I received an e-mail from a Marine who we both served with in Hawaii and is still on active duty, of the tragedy which had befallen one of our own. It pains me more to know that Bryan lived just a state away and yet we never got together after our return to the states. As a Marine and a fellow police officer I want to extend my deepest condolences to his family and department. I hope in later days his daughter will be able to reflect on her father and read these entries made by people who knew him and others who may not have known him but respected him for who he was and what he did for his Country and Community. Bryan Hurst is a true Hero, one who gave his life in defense of others.
God Bless and “Semper Fi”

Deputy D. Wiese
Washtneaw County Sheriff Department

January 19, 2005

To the family of Bryan Hurst:

We did not know you, but we know your pain and loss firsthand. God's love surround you through this difficult time.

The family of Clifton T. Miller
Rossford P.D.
EOW 05/14-1966

The Family of Patrolman Clifton T. Mille
late of Rossford, Ohio P.D.

January 19, 2005

Hurst,

I can't stop thinking about you. All day, all night, you, Marissa, Malia, and your family are all I think about. Donnie too.

December 22nd was the last time I saw you. You looked good such a proud papa. I always enjoyed talking to you about your job and hearing your police stories. I was excited to learn you got that Detective job you told me about. I remember sitting there looking at your badge in your wallet, admiring it, #2057.

I've read about and heard about what happened at the bank and I try to picture what went down and how you reacted and saved all those people's lives.

Men, we don't say "I love you friend." But I wish I would have that afternoon after our visit together. I cherish that day's memories of you as well as the other 18 years worth of memories we shared.

I'm going to miss you very much Hurst. I know you'll be the first one to greet me if I'm lucky enough to see you in heaven. Until then...

I will see you on your birthday every April 15th, and every Marine Corps Birthday November 10th, and the saddest and worst day of my life: every January 6th, the day you were taken from us.

GOD bless you and your brothers in blue, it was a privilege to meet all the fine officers of the Columbus Division of Police.

I will never forget you, your courage, bravery and memory will live on forever.

Semper Fi my friend,

Brandon

Brandon C. Walton, Toledo, OH
One of Bryan's Best Friends

January 18, 2005

Bryan,
I remember when you first came on. Not many "rookies" make an impact but you did. Rookies come and go, you don't get attached to them. But somehow you touched us and you became one of "us." And then you were off on your own and came back to the 12th precinct on a different shift. It was great to see you during shift change because you always had a smile on your face. Some officers come to work in a bad mood but not you, you always had that smile. Not once did I ever see you angry. You are one of the greatest officers and people I have ever met. The goodness that was in you will never die, it will live on in the lives of the people that you touched. I will miss you.

Ty Hollis
CPD

January 18, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of the La Habra Police Department we send our thoughts and condolences to the Columbus Division of Police and the family of Officer Hurst. It doesn't matter where we work, when one of our brothers or sisters fall, we all feel the pain. Rest in peace Officer Hurst.

Sergeant Jeff Baylos
La Habra PD, California

January 18, 2005

Heaven has gained another hero. I am looking forward to meeting you and I hope that maybe I can work with you one day. Please tell "Putt" that everthing is fine and we miss him. Your gonna like him. He was killed by a THUG last October. Thanks so much for your service. It makes me proud to be an American.

Larry Roberts former patner of officer

January 18, 2005

Rest in Peace

January 18, 2005

Officer Hurst,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Not just for your service to the citizens of Columbus, but also to our Country and Corps as well.
Semper Fi Devil Dog and R.I.P.

A fellow LEO and fellow former Marine

January 17, 2005

It take a horrible amn to kill a police officer, but it also take a man to save others lifes.

January 17, 2005

We are deeply saddened at Bryan's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) P.D.

January 17, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You made the ultimate sacrifice and saved others in the process. You are truly a hero. Thanks for your service.

MPOII Jonathan CARREIRO
Honolulu Police Department

January 16, 2005

My deepest simpathy goes out to the Hurst family, as you know marion co just lost a dedicated officer, husband, brother and son as you did. I will pray for your family everyday as one day at a time you will grow stronger.

My prayer are with you,

Officer Hurst,
A job well done Sir, rest in peace.

Kasey Williamson
former explorer at Marion Co S.O

January 16, 2005

Thoughts and prayers sent. May god bless Officer Hurst's family.

Deputy RA Capps
Sumter County Sheriff's Office

January 15, 2005

M deepest sympathy goes to anyone whos life he touched,you each remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you for all that you are..

A friend of many brothers

January 15, 2005

I had the great honor of serving as a USMC MP military working dog handler with Bryan in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii from 1992-1994. Bryan and I were roommates for much of that time. He will always be a true friend and a brother to me. His memory will remain with me until the Lord takes my last breath. Then, Bryan and I will once again serve and protect together, this time from the other side of the pearly gates. I'm certain that he is standing a post there now, with his always-faithful working dog "Robby".

I also had the pleasure of meeting Bryan's mother, stepfather, little brother and sister once in Hawaii. To you and his other family and friends I express my sorrow for the events that took our young Marine and Police Officer. I am very proud of my friend for being a servant of your community.

To Marissa and Malia; words can not bring back this special man into your lives. I can only hope that my promise to eternally remember him adds comfort in your greatest time of need.

To all police officers and servicemen, thank you for your contributions.

Semper Fidelis and God bless this great nation.

Captain Mike Tijerina
U. S. Marine Corps, II MEF

January 15, 2005

On August 8th of 2000 Robert Stanze ended his watch... We still can't believe it will be 5 years this August. One thing we have grown to appreciate, is the love of community, family and friends. Don't be afraid to rely on them. Reach out if you need us. We will forever be by your side.
Our prayers are with Officer Hurst's family, his friends and coworkers. God Bless you all. Officer Hurst you are in a better place, find Bobby...and talk about your daughter and his twins and Wil..he will watch out for you, show you the ropes... and please, watch out for all of the rest of us. Every Police Officer performs one act of bravery....when they take their oath...after that, it's all in the line of duty. THANK YOU for your bravery and sacrifice.

Relative of Officer Stanze EOW 8/8/2000
STLPD

January 14, 2005

Words simply can not convey the gratitude that I have for Officer Hurst. You protected my co-workers by paying the ultimate price. You are a HERO by any definition. Mrs. Hurst my heart goes out to you and your daughter. I can't imagine the depth of your loss.
To all Police Officers,
Thank you for your sacrifices. May the Lord watch over you all daily.

Mark Seymour
Fifth Third Bank

January 14, 2005