Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Molly,

You will be missed by your fellow officers and family. We thank you for your services and dedication. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and fellow officers. I have numerous friends who work for the police department and still pray for their safety everyday. For those in training at LETI I pray for those who are awaiting to experience law enforcement and for their safety. You will be missed Molly....

Officer Jon Capp, Badge #210
Vandalia, MO Police Department

February 14, 2005

Molly,
May God comfort and bless your loved ones. We are so sorry that a life so well lived had to be sacrificed by a mentally deranged felon. I never knew you, but may God bless you and keep you forever in the hollow of His hand.

Retired Officer
Kansas City MO Police Dept.

February 14, 2005

I would like to extend my condolences to Officer Bowden's family and friends, and to the men and women of the Columbia Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Officer Bowden, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2005

My thoughts are with your family, friends, and brothers in blue. You fought a long time and deserve your rest in heaven.

Trooper Chris Bauer
Kansas Highway Patrol

February 14, 2005

Above and beyond the call of duty. You laid it on the line that night just like you had done so many times before. You gave the ultimate price to sacrifice your life for the community of Columbia, Mo. I stand among the ranks and I along with every other law enforcement officer from this great nation, salute you for your contribution and dedication to the thin blue line. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and officers of the Columbia Police Department. Semper Fidelis (Always Faithful) Go rest now Officer Bowden, we'll take it from here.

Sgt. Kevin B. Kelley
Carteret Co. Sheriff's Office Beaufort, NC.

February 14, 2005

To Molly, her family, her co-wokers, and all who morn her passing:
My husband has nothing but good words for Molly. Even when we were just dating he would tell me stories about their days in the police acadamy together, and how she was one of the greatest officers he has ever known. I know it's different to hear this from someone outside of the police profession, but know that I pray for you Molly and I know my husband does too because I can't describe the pain he is going through due to your passing. You were a dear friend to him and so to me you are now a dear angel to him. Please watch over him and keep him safe, as I pray every time he puts on his badge and uniform that he will be coming safely home to me.
Thank you. ~Anna-Marie Gruhlke

Officer Timothy Gruhlke's Wife

February 14, 2005

GOD BLESS YOU and may you watch over us who continue our watch RIP

Reserve Deputy/D.O Doug Crisp
Lyon County sheriff dept kansas

February 14, 2005

Molly, Our prayers have been with you and your family since this tragedy occured last month. God bless you and your family for making the ultimate sacrifice.

Police Wife
Ellisville PD, Missouri

February 14, 2005

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-worker of Officer Molly Bowden. Having lost Deputy Michael Arruda this past year (EOW 06-15-04), we know all too well the pain and reality of losing one of our own. Take comfort from knowing your extended law enforcement family grieves with you.

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

February 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Molly. Our departmant sends its depest sympathy for the loss of Molly at the Columbia Police Dept. She will not be forgotten.

robert vander molen
Grandville Police Dept

February 14, 2005

I would like to offer my condolences to the family of Officer Molly Bowden and to her fellow Columbia, Missouri, police officers. It is so comforting to know you are out there protecting us day after day. I know gratitude is not often showed you but please know we truly appreciate what you do for us.

Rest in peace, dear Molly. God keep you and hold you forever in his loving arms. You will remain in our hearts and our prayers forever.

Columbia Resident

February 14, 2005

Molly,

I had worked with you several times over the past years. You were always so beautiful and kind. I will miss you and always keep you in the front of my mind. I spent most of the day in the hospital on 01-11-05, guarding Evans. As I sat there I could only think about you and your sacrifice. I prayed all I could for you and your family. My thoughts are with your family and your fellow officers who must continue to protect and serve after you are gone. Your story will carry on and your name will never die.

Patrol Officer Hargrove
University of Missouri Police Columbia

February 14, 2005

May God bless you and your family.
From your Brothers and Sisters in Lake County, Florida.
We will always be by your side.

Deputy R. Holcomb
Lake County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2005

Molly, I never knew you, but I can honestly say I wish I did. Ever since I heard the news, my heart has been very heavy with sadness. I wish I could have been there for you. Tomorrow I promise I'll be there for you. Law enforcement lost a great friend and we all miss you and will forever remember you! God speed, you are a hero.

Independence Police Officer
Independence Mo. Police Department

February 14, 2005

Molly,

You worked for us for 13 months before moving to CPD. When you left we felt a sense of loss because we didn't get to see you everyday. You were always so warm, friendly and happy. No matter how we felt or what was going on you lightened the mood and made us all feel better. We tried to talk you into staying and how I wish we were successful...

I am eternally grateful for having been given the opportunity to know you for the past 4 years. You have changed all our lives for the better. I know that someday we will meet again. God bless you and your family. We will never forget you.

Fellow MUPD Officer
MUPD

February 14, 2005

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Bowden. 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 to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

February 14, 2005

If we could have been there faster, if we could have done more...?

Rest in peace, Officer Bowden.
Shift 2 of the CFD

Division Chief Michael Cox, DC7
Columbia, MO Fire Dept

February 14, 2005

As a guardian, yours was a life well-lived. When we are called, to say we lived our life in service to our fellow travellers is the life best lived. You live on in the hearts and minds of your fellow guardians.

Captain Robert R. Johnson
Chicago Police Department

February 14, 2005

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, February 14, 2005 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Police Officer Molly Suzanne Bowden who died in the line of duty just four days ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Bowden's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

February 14, 2005

Our hearts are broken and sad. However we know that Molly knew the Lord and is with him.

Remember what Deuteronomy 6 says :

" Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."

We will never forget!

Lieutenant Colonel/Deputy Chief
Moberly Police Department, Moberly, Mo

February 14, 2005

"Angels In Blue"
I had this friend you see, who loved
God, Country, You and me.
My friend went to work day or night
the peace to keep, so you and I could sleep. She worked the holidays and weekends,away from family and friends.
To keep this peace for you and me.
Each day this friend put her life on the line to spare yours and mine.
Then one day she paid the price, she gave her life. You've done well my friend, patrolling these earthly streets. Now it's time to walk on Heaven's beat. The next time you see a Police Officer or two, remember they are one of God's Angels in Blue. And God said;
"Blessed are the Peace Makers."

Dispatcher
Columbia/Boone CO Joint Comm.

February 14, 2005

My Dearest Molly,

All the great times I had the opportunity to work with you and I all the fond memories I will hold in my heart. I still remember you bounding through the door to communications to pick up the simplest of paperwork...ponytail in tow and smile from ear to ear or even our craziest and silliest conversations on the phone...You will never be forgotten, 295.

God Bless You, Molly. God Bless Your Families.

Wendy Edwards
Columbia/Boone Co, MO Joint Communications (911)

February 14, 2005

Officer Bowden, Sons, and Parents: I just wanted you to know that we have felt the pain of losing Molly. I pray that strength will come to you, and that peace will come, when it seems peace is not possible. I want to thank Molly for the sacrifice that she has given, and I pray that her smile is even more beautiful in heaven. We know that you have lost a great treasure, but also know that your community members are praying for you at this time! Molly, rest in peace, and know that we are praying for your brothers and sisters in the Columbia Police department!

Sandra Kietzman - Citizen

February 14, 2005

Our hearts are so heavy at this great time of loss in our police community. Molly was such a wonderful person and an example to all of how to live a good live. We miss her dealy and send our thoughts and prayers to the family. Fondly, the wife of a MUPD officer

wife of MU Police Officer
MUPD

February 14, 2005

As i tell my traffic unit thier is no routine stop you never know when some EVIL madman will strike. This is so tragic and sensless, may the suspect burn for eternity. May god be with the family during this awful time and Officer "Molly" Bowden please watch over us all. A community and a greatful nation will be forever in your debt.

Cpl Gary E Mintz, Traffic Enf Director
Henderson County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina

February 14, 2005