Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

GOD BLESS YOU. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE A HERO

P.O. DUNN
CHESTERFIELD, MO

February 18, 2005

Rest in peace little sister....we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff Luke Rehwoldt
Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Fl

February 18, 2005

To Molly's parents and husband-
I want to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. It certainly was not unexpected by our Lord tho, He has His children in His hands, and what a comfort that is -at least later when you can think clearly.
My friend moved 20 yrs ago to Mo. Last month she wrote me about Molly and I have followed her life since. My friend's son went to the university with Molly, and her son was my son's friend also. Only connection we have to you, but there is a connection eternally in that we are all believers in eternal life through our Lord Jesus Christ. May He comfort you, bless you, guide you and wipe your tears in your sorrow. In Christ, Nancy

JUST A MOTHER, 500 MILES AWAY

February 18, 2005

May God be with your family and friends. We just lost one of ours. My prayers go out to all.

Deputy Sheriff
Lake County Sheriff's Office

February 18, 2005

I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to the family, coworkers, and friends of Officer Molly Bowden. she has fought the good fight and has now gone to her reward. Many of our brothers and sisters are gone, but none are ever forgotten. May you rest in peace.

MIke

February 18, 2005

Molly,
We will always remember the wonderful ways you touched the lives of so many people. Rest in Peace Sister, you will always be remembered. Enjoy your new wings we will all meet again one day and you'll teach us all to fly.

Sergeant Stephen Monticelli
Columbia Police Department

February 18, 2005

A Message of Comfort for Your Family at the Columbia Police Department. Because we care, our heartfelt thoughts go out to you today with more concern and sympathy than we could ever say. We hope the special love this brings will help to see you through, and that time will bring you brighter days, Because we care for you. Officer Bowden, Tell my partner I miss him and think of him all the time. Officer R.Rodriguez EOW 7/30/04

Correctional Officer and Sister Behind T
California Department Of Corrections

February 17, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the men and women of the Columbia Police Department Officer Molly Suzanne Bowden. Thank you for your service to your community and to this great nation. You will never be forgotten.

Lt Thomas H. Drury
Clare City Police Dept. Michigan

February 17, 2005

Done at Molly's funeral:
"I Can Only Imagine"
by MercyMe
from their 2001 album, Almost There

I can only imagine
What it will be like
When I walk
By Your side
I can only imagine
What my eyes will see
When Your face
Is before me
I can only imagine
Surrounded by Your glory, what will
my heart feel
Will I dance for You Jesus or in awe
of You be still
Will I stand in Your presence or to
my knees will I fall
Will I sing hallelujah, will I be able
to speak at all
I can only imagine

I can only imagine
When that day comes
And I find myself
Standing in the Son
I can only imagine
When all I will do
Is forever
Forever worship You
I can only imagine

I can only imagine

Surrounded by Your glory, what will
my heart feel
Will I dance for You Jesus or in awe
of You be still
Will I stand in Your presence or to
my knees will I fall
Will I sing hallelujah, will I be able
to speak at all
I can only imagine

I can only imagine
When all I will do
Is forever
Forever worship You
I can only imagine

You need imagine no longer.

Thank you, Molly, for your love of the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the One True God, who died for us all that we - YOU - can live on forever in more than just our memories.

"His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord." Mt 25:21

Richard Jenkins - Ret SGT/Comp Ops Super
Columbia MO Police Dept

February 17, 2005

OFFICER BOWDEN REST IN PEACE AND MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND THE DEPARTMENT OF COLUMBIA. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.

J. KROENING

DEPUTY J.KROENING
MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE ( FLORIDA KEYS)

February 17, 2005

You touched our lives and protected us all. Thank you. We don't say it enough. Police Officers are angels. The City is safer because of you. Mike, you are a true hero. This tragedy has brought the community closer togethor. Again, we say thank you for protecting us. God speed.

A Concererned Citizen

February 17, 2005

I am saddened by the news that Officer Bowden succumbed to her injuries. My prayers are with her family and the Columbia Police Department during this terrible time of sorrow.

Detective Jeff Baird
Quincy Illinois Police Dept.

February 17, 2005

Molly,

I am very proud of you and your brothers and sisters at CPD. I have worked beside the officers at CPD as a UHC paramedic and have never known a better group. All of you are in my prayers.
I was there the night you were shot and I am so very sorry that I could not do more to help you. In my 12 years as a paramedic, I have never had anything touch me this way. I feel my life and career will never be the same. You will forever be in my thoughts.
You are a hero, as well as all of the other officers at Columbia Police Department. I am honored to have the chance to work with all of you.
Also, I just want to say that you will be missed by all of us at the University of Missouri Ambulance Service.

Night shift paramedic
University of Missouri EMS

February 17, 2005

In loving memory of Officer Molly: I
have read every reflection and read
all the articles from the Missourian.
You are a beautiful person, inside &
out. I loved your wedding photo. I
am so sorry for the loss not only your Mom & Dad, brother, and niece are
feeling, but also the depth of grief
that your husband and his 2 sons are experiencing. Your death has
left a canyon of grief for all those who
knew you and for those who worked
with you and loved you. I am thankful
you knew Jesus as your Savior. One
thing that distresses me the most is
the fact that people think they can get
to Heaven by being good. If that were
so, then Jesus Christ died in vain.
Without a Savior there is no salvation. And without salvation we
are all condemned to hell forever.
Who wants to go spend eternity with
your killer? No, I'll choose to spend
eternity with Jesus and you! I look
forward to meeting you there one day
where eye has not seen, nor ear
heard what the Lord has planned
for those who love Him. Until then,
may God comfort all those who mourn your tragic death. Your life
was very sweet and that's what we
will choose to remember.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

February 17, 2005

Officer Molly Bowden rest in peace may God be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. You will never be forgoten by so many.

MUSTANG Drug Task Force

February 16, 2005

Molly leave it to you to teach one more lesson to fellow officers before going to your beat to cover in heaven. The CPD & MUPD now know that even in Columbia always be careful when you answer any call or make any traffic stop. There are evil people when you least expect them. Thank you for protecting the citizens of Columbia & the students of Mizzou.

February 16, 2005

On behalf of the men and women who serve for the City Of Lake Saint Louis Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Bowden's family, friends and co-workers. Rest in peace.

Patrolman
Lake Saint Louis, Mo Police Department

February 16, 2005

To Officer Molly Bowden,
You have paid the ultimate scariface doing the job that you loved. You have touched us in a way that no other can. May you look down upon us and know that you are sadly missed. God speed and may you rest in peace.

To Corey and boys,
I wish you happier tomorrows as you remember your prescious Molly. Thank you for sharing her with us.

To Mr. and Mrs Thomas,
You have given us a wonderful person of whom I am lucky to have had the pleasure of hearing all about. I didn't know Molly however I am saddened. She touched many personally and to those of us who she never met, she will live in our hearts as a hero. God Bless you all!

Tracie S. Resident of Columbia

February 16, 2005

Officer Bowden -
Thank you for all you did for Columbia and everywhere else you served. You helped keep our community safe and you will be greatly missed. Godspeed Molly and Fly High

-Columbia, Missouri Resident

February 16, 2005

Rest in peace ma'am

Shannon
concerned citizen

February 16, 2005

Great Job. R.I.P We are praying for your family.

Stephen and Anthony Binz
Holly Hill Police Explorers

February 16, 2005

Molly,

I was so saddened to hear what happened and the events that had followed...My thoughts and prayers are with all of you...May God give your family and friends strength to get through this...Columbia has lost a true HERO...I know things were not always easy, you put up a great fight and showed alot of strength each and every day...You are my hero, Miss Molly...God speed.

Condolences to all of Mollys family. Physically gone, but never forgotten.

LeaAnn

February 16, 2005

Everytime a police officer is taken from our ranks, the world just becomes a little bit more colder. Yet we all suit up everyday and do our jobs. Thank you for your service Officer Bowden, you will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul George
Houston Police Department

February 16, 2005

Although I am not yet a Certified Police Officer I still consider you a sister. You will be in my thoughts and prayers and I will dedicate my graduation from the Police Academy to you, my sister. I hope that everytime I am proudly wearing my uniform you will be the angel that is riding with me!! Please carry on with your duties, and protect those that pass before us. God Speed and I will never forget you. Prayers go out to the family of Moilly!! God Bless and protect!

Mid Western Missouri Police Academy Recr

February 16, 2005

Officer Bowden,

Thank you for your service, your courage and your sacrifice. Your memory will carry on in the hearts of those who knew and loved you, and in every officer who goes 10-8. Rest in peace.

Police Officer
Baltimore City Police

February 16, 2005