Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mrs. Wheeler,
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As a fellow dispatcher and having my significant other working at the same department that I am at, I cannot imagine what you must be going through. To lose any officer is such a tragedy but to lose your husband while you are working is just something I could never even dream of. We all worry about our loved ones but this tragedy is something that is beyond words. I cannot say anything to make this pain and tragedy go away but please know my prayers are with you.

Marion, Ohio

October 15, 2005

To the family, San Antono officers and friends of Officer Wheeler, I am so sorry for your loss. Words can't describe the pain all of you feel. Police officers are a special blessing and losing one is a tremendous loss. You are all in my prayers. God bless all of you.

HPD Wife
Huntsville

October 15, 2005

You will be in my thoughts tonight cousin. You are missed by all and forgotten by none. To your children and to your wife blessed be. I will light a blue candle tonight for our family.

Samantha Wheeler

October 15, 2005

Thank you for your service. God bless you and your family.

Trp 1285/VA State Police

October 15, 2005

What does one say Brother. Sometimes there just isn't any right words.We are proud to call you Brother. You are a roll model for heroes. Rest assured your loved ones will never be alone. We are but a phone call away.

Bob Johnson VA-VI

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

October 15, 2005

God bless you and your family. You are a hero, and will be remembered as such.

Officer
Tustin PD

October 15, 2005

It was hard to hear the news, that a fellow brother in blue was gone..we will continue to do what you loved so much officer Wheeler. May God take care of your wife and children, and comfort them in this trying time. Save me a place on swing shift bro!

Officer Onofre
Balcones Heights Police Dept.

October 15, 2005

Rest in peace brother..... you will not only be missed by Myself, but the rest of your brothers in blue around the world....

Former Officer

October 15, 2005

God bless you brother...You and your family will always be in our hearts...Your sacrifice will never be forgotten...

Officer J.O. Rodriguez
Mc, Tx. PD

October 15, 2005

IN YOUR MEMORY


Don't cry because you think I'm gone,
for I am with you still.
Don't seek reasons to explain
what is simply just God's will.


It's very hard to leave all of you
and everything I've known,
but my work on earth is done now.
Our Lord has called me home.


I know you will find comfort
Just let faith guide your way.
Cause, from the moment I was born,
I have been preparing for this day.


Remember me for the laughter,
that's the greatest gift we give.
Keep me in your heart and mind
because that's where I now live.


If ever you feel you need me,
you can close your eyes and see,
I'm still right here with you,
I'm alive in your memory.

P/O Dan Bailey (Ret)
Norristown Police, Pa.

October 15, 2005

It is a tragedy to lose another officer. Please know there are so many of us thinking of the family members and coworkers of Officer Wheeler. Our prayers are with you all.

Mary Wilkinson
sister of fallen officer John Watson 12-25-03

October 15, 2005

It is so sad when we loose a brother. I will pray for your wife, I know that it will be hard to get the call out of mind. May god give her peace she need for her and the childern to carry on.

Cost
Fulton County Sheriff Office

October 15, 2005

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Wheeler. 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 GA

October 15, 2005

DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE WHEELER FAMILY, AND THE SAN ANTONIO POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THIS GREAT LOSS OF A HUSBAND,BROTHER,AND FRIEND. OFFICER WHEELER WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. THERE IS A SPECIAL PLACE IN HEAVEN FOR THIS FALLEN BROTHER. MAY GOD BLESS.

TEXAS PEACE OFFICER
TEXAS

October 15, 2005

My prayers go out to the The Family
of Officer John Wheeler. I remember Officer Wheeler as a hard working street cop who took pride in his job.
He strived to make a difference in enforcing the law in his community. His loss is San Antonio's loss.
May he rest in peace and his service
of valor not forgotten.
Mike Henderson SAPD retired

Retired FTO Mike Henderson
San Antonio Police 26 years

October 15, 2005

Thank you for your service Patrolman Wheeler. God bless you, your family, and your brothers with PD.

Firefighter Nathan Walker
San Antonio Fire Department

October 15, 2005

My deepest sympathy goes out to John's wife and children during this tragic time. He is a hero and his loss will be felt throughout the Law Enforcement Community.

Andrew/ Narcotics Detective
Baltimore City Police

October 15, 2005

I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME,
MY NAME FOR ALL ETERNITY.
RECORDED HERE AT THIS HALLOWED PLACE,
ALAS MY NAME, NO MORE MY FACE.
"IN THE LINE OF DUTY" I HEAR THE SAY,
MY FAMILY NOW HAS THE PRICE TO PAY.
MY FOLDED FLAG STAINED WITH TEARS,
WE HAD ONLY A FEW SHORT YEARS.
THE BADGE NO LONGER ON MY CHEST,
I SLEEP NOW IN ETERNAL REST.
MY SWORD I PASS TO THOSE BEHIND,
AND PRAY THEY KEEP THIS IN MIND.
I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME,
AND WITH HEAVY HEART ON BENDED KNEE.
I ASK FOR ALL THOSE HERE FROM THE PAST,
DEAR GOD, LET MY NAME BE THE LAST.


May God bless you and your family. I can't even imagine what your wife must be feeling. In a way, she was there at the end and that's a blessing. THANK YOU, Officer Wheeler, for keeping US safe. Godspeed.

Lisa
Georgia Civilian

October 15, 2005

My deepest, deepest sympathy to your dear family for this tragic accident. Doing your duty, giving your life, we honor your memory and your sacrifice.

Linda Rittenhouse
Mother of Officer Matt Rittenhouse
E.O.W. 9/16/04

October 15, 2005

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

October 15, 2005

The country will be less without you..Rest in Peace

Special Agent, Retired
DEA

October 15, 2005

THE NORTHEASTERN ILL. UNIVERSITY POLICE DEPARTMENT IN CHICAGO,IL SENDS OUR PRAYERS & CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF PATROLMAN JOHN WHEELER AND THE SAN ANTONIO POLICE DEPARTMENT.
REST IN PEACE OFFICER WHEELER.

NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY POLICE

October 15, 2005

Patrolman John Wheeler--thank you for serving and protecting us. God bless you and your wife. God rest your soul and comfort your wife in these trying times. May God comfort your fellow officers as their hearts are heavy at this time-mourning the loss of their brother...Words cannot express their sense of loss. Rest in peace.

Linda Garcia and friends
Citizen of San Antonio

October 15, 2005

Thanks for your service. God Bless.

SBPA Kraemer
USBP

October 15, 2005

To the family and co-workers of Patrolman Wheeler;

No words can be offered to ease your pain at this time. Our family knows your pain all too well. Take comfort in the fact that people all over the nation are with you right now, as you grieve. Every time we lose an officer, we lose part of our hearts for these dedicated professionals have given above and beyond the call of duty.

Kelly Gunsell
Former spouse, John K. Gunsell EOW 9-12-04

October 15, 2005