Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I have only sadness in my heart at the death of Molly. I have spoken with her many times when I would see her around town and while working with her husband. I know that no words that I leave written here would soothe any of the pain to her family or friends, but wish to say that if they so request it, that Columbia stands ready to help them in any way possible. May God be with you and know that we stand ready to help you in your time of need. Columbia mourns the loss of a great Officer, while they mourn the loss of a great step-mother, daughter, wife and friend. Molly, when you ask what took us so long, we can only reply that we were remembering you. God Bless.

Detention Officer KAR
CCDC

May 2, 2005

While visiting this web-site to get the correct phone number, I came across the web-page dedicated to the memory of Officer Bowden.

Although, I did know her, I am succumbed with intense sorrow over the culmination of her death.

My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.

John VandenBroek
Mancom Manufacturing Inc.

April 27, 2005

Molly,
We miss you dearly. Your life and death has taught us so much. So many times I have cried tears of sadness and of anger. But I know that you are were you have always longed to be and that gives me peace. I pray that you will continue to watch over our men and women in blue and keep them safe. Your laugh and love of life will not soon be forgotten.

Wife of CPD Officer

April 25, 2005

How sad it is when we lose an officer in the line of duty. I sat and reflected on what a remarkable woman you must have been. Not only being a police officer but as a woman who took on a husband with 2 young kids. My wife, a deputy, married me and in doing so took on an instant family too. What sacrafice she and you made to be a protector of society and a mother of a family. You truly inspire me and I am proud to call you a HERO in every sence of the word. May God bless you and your family. Rest in Peace Molly and thank you.

Wayne Flewelling, JR
Former Leavenworth KS PD Officer

April 25, 2005

Rest in peace sister. Your death was not in vain, and your sacrifice will not go unnoticed. We will take your place on the line...

Detective Jason Gill
Sedgwick County-Kansas

April 24, 2005

I would just like to offer up a quick prayer to the family of Molly Suzanne Bowden and all her friends, and especially to her, for making the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

2LT Chris Opsincs
United States Army

April 23, 2005

I am looking in the mirror as I see your face and read your stats. I will carry your name and photo with me each tour as a reminder of the potential danger in each situation. Thus, you will continue to protect and serve, even in death. Know that you will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Sister. We've got the line now.

Detective
Massachusetts

April 19, 2005

Rest in Peace. God Bless your Family and Comfort them. Thanks for being a Sister and being a part of the Thin Blue Line.

Officer Powrzanas
City of Birmingham

April 18, 2005

Molly,

It was truly an honor to have had the opportunity to work with you. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about your smiling face as we passed each other in the hall. I know you are in a better place with God, but you are still very much missed here. God rest your beautiful soul. Lesley

Lesley Holloman

April 15, 2005

Molly Bowden, gave the ultimate sacrifice. If her family reads this they should know, Molly is a guardian angel that is now watching over them. My prays are with the family and her Department.

Senior Investigator Maurice Landrum
San Bernardino County Distirct Attorney

April 13, 2005

Molly,
We can't say enough to thank you for what you did for us. I wish it didn't take such a terrible tragedy to make us appreciate the danger you faced every day. I hope someday there will be a memorial in your honor, but with or without that, you will never be forgotten. You brought Columbia together like nothing else could have. We came to know you and value your service as you lay in the hospital struggling for your life. Though most of us never met you, we all felt as though we lost a friend that day. I think of you often, Molly. Your death left a void in Columbia and while it seems so unfair, I know deep in my heart that you're no longer with us because God needed you more. There couldn't be a better person patrolling heaven for us.

My heart goes out to Corey and the boys and the rest of your family and friends as they try to go on without you. May they always know that you are watching over them. God bless you Corey, and good luck at your new post as resource officer. Please help the children understand and respect law enforcement so Molly's legacy will live on forever. Best wishes to all of Molly's family and friends. Your struggle and sorrow was made very public, and while we know that must have been very difficult for you, we thank you for sharing Molly with us. She touched so many hearts and lives, and she will never be forgotten.

Thank you Molly, and thank you CPD for your continued service. God bless you all, and please be careful out there.

A grateful Columbia citizen

Columbia Resident

April 8, 2005

God Bless Officer Bowden,her families and the Columbia Police Department!You will be missed by ALL and forgotten by NONE!My Thoughts and Prayers are with Officer Bowden,Her families,and this Department!Thank you Sister for Service well done,Rest In Peace now as the rest of your Law Enforcement Brothers and Sisters will continue the fight on the Streets for You as You Patrol the streets of Heaven until we see you again !

Deputy Sheriff
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office , Louisville Kentucky

April 1, 2005

My sincere condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Officer Bowden. My heart broke for all of you when I read her story. Though I did not know her, I know that she was a very brave woman, and loved by so many people. I am so sorry to hear about your loss.

I know and understand the pain of losing someone you love so deeply. I lost the love of my life, Josh Blyler, almost a year ago. He was my everything. Josh was a hero to me and so many others, just like Molly. There aren't any words that can be said to take away the pain. Reflect back on all the wonderful memories that you all shared with Molly---take comfort in the love you shared. She will forever be in your hearts, just as my Josh is in my heart.

God bless,
Kelly

Kelly Gillain
Sig. Other to Deputy Sheriff Joshua Blyler EOW 5.2.04

April 1, 2005

I am not normally an emotional person. I did not know Molly but heard of this loss through another website asking for support. The entire nation is wounded when we lose an officer. My sympathy to the surviving friends and family.

E. Marsh

March 30, 2005

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.

Matthew 5:9

March 30, 2005

Thank you Molly for protecting our city and continuing to watch over us all, protecting us. We love you and miss you. May the lord bless you and all your loved ones.

Nicole Riley

March 29, 2005

This story has touched so so many, not only near, but far away. I have followed Columbia newspapers since June of 2004. I had a dear sweet friend that lived there and went to school there. I am a Dispatcher and have grown up in law enforcement. My father was a Police Officer for years, and now works with the judicial system. As I followed Columbia news each day I watched as this nightmare unfolded for Molly, her family, and the entire Police Force. My whole agency knew about Molly and were constantly asking for updates. It was to my complete and total dismay that I read on-line from my console that Officer Molly Bowden passed from her injuries sustained in the line of duty. I quietly cried and wondered how things like this happen. Just from reading stories about her, I wish I could have known her. She absolutely sounded like the epitome of an honest, hard-working, dedicated, and sincere Officer, friend, wife, daughter, step-mother, and human being. Shortly after Molly passed away, as I worked in the Dispatch center alone, one of our officers took his own life in the parking lot next to the Police Department. I know it is a completely different situation, but the loss of our officer has shook our very foundation. Each day we are reminded that he will never serve our community again and we feel robbed and confused. It seems that Columbia has been robbed of a devoted servant and ray of light. As my heart can never know your specific pain and void, know that we are all thinking of you here in Danville, Ky. Molly's story has touched me and I will never forget her legacy and beautiful face.

Erin Michelle Bailey/ Dispatcher
Danville/Boyle County 911 Center Danville, KY

March 29, 2005

I went to high school with Molly and always remember her smile and how she helped others. She died doing what she loved....helping others and protecting them. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

To other officers, thank you for all that you do and be careful. Know that there are those out there who pray for you daily and wish you the best.

Jessica
Citizen - Columbia, MO

March 29, 2005

HAPPY EASTER MOLLY

March 27, 2005

I followed Molly's Story closely and was saddened after hearing of her passing. I live near the scene of the accident and experienced it 10 minutes after the fact. I immediately worried, as there was so much commotion, hoping the whole time that it was not a fatal accident. After learning that an officer's life was on the line, I gained a new respect for law enforcement. Molly served the community and kept us safe for over three years. She died for the safety of the community and for that, I will be forever appreciative. While we are mourning her loss, others are rejoicing to meet her in heaven.

G. M. III

March 26, 2005

You gave the ultimate scarifice for the safety of others. Your courage will not be forgotten by anyone, and my prayers are with you and your loved ones. May you rest in eternal peace, and Gods speed.

NAO N. Sears
Dayton P.D. , OH

March 25, 2005

Thank you for your service.

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

March 23, 2005

Thank you Molly, for all you have shown us, for all you have given us and for the time you spent with us. You will be forever missed. Your courage sustained us then and your memory will always push us forward.
Godspeed.

Officer Bill Lee #1294
Columbia, Missouri Police

March 22, 2005

How truly unfortunate we as a people, tend to honor our finest and bravest on their passing. Officer Suzanne Bowden was taken from her family and friends while doing her job, a dangerous, stressful, often thankless job; the job of a hero, nonetheless.

Arthur Ashe once said "True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost."

Thank you Officer Bowden, for serving all of us. Go now with God, and may He bless your loved ones until they join you once again.

Matthew Grogan
Appreciative Citizen

March 22, 2005

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THIS FAMILY AND YOUR HUSBAND. IT IS A SHAME TO SEE YOUNG OFFICERS MAKE THE HIGHEST SACRIFICE IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. REST IN PEACE.

DET. L. ARTEAGA
MIAMI DADE POLICE

March 21, 2005