Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

R I P HERO

Tpr.
MA STATE POLICE

December 16, 2005

My Brothers and Sisters, we have all sworn to perform our duties, impartially and without hesitation or fear. Our present duty, and though it be painful, is to pay a just and deserving tribute of honor to a Brother or Sister who has embarked upon that lone journey which leads through the valley of the great shadow into the sunlight of perpetual day and lasting tranquility.
These feeble but heart-felt words can do little more than remind us of the duty which we owe to our departed friend and colleague.
As he was ever faithful to us in the full performance of his task and the protection of those who slept, so let us be, my Brothers, faithful to him, ever zealous to protect and cherish the memory of his good deeds, forgetting his imperfections, and emblazoning his accomplishments.
As time runs on, in sun and shade, may we bear with us ever-pleasant memories of a hallowed friendship, a kindly feeling, and a deep respect for all our Brother stood for. As an indication of our regard and affection, let us pause and, in silent meditation, typify what mere words cannot express.
Let us pray:
Almighty God, be with us on this occasion. Strengthen us in a firm resolve to do right, to serve well, to be faithful to our tasks, to our community, and to our Brothers. Make us appreciative of the opportunities to do good and to lend a helping hand. Inspire us with a new devotion to fulfill the duties, which are entrusted to our keeping. May those who mourn be comforted in this sad hour, and may they be strengthened by the knowledge of Thy presence and Thy omnipotence.
May we be constantly reminded in the hours of the night, as well as in the brightness of the day, of Thy everlasting love and kindness, and may Thou guide us through this uncharted valley and bring us at last to the shore of the eternal stream, our ranks unbroken, to dwell with Thee forever more. We ask this humbly through Thy redeeming grace and power. Amen.

Ret. Officer William Hackley
Baltimore Police

December 16, 2005

May God comfort and watch over the Pokorny family.I know Jesus will welcome our Brother with open arms.

The Lord will always be with your Family. Look to Lord Jesus for comfort. We will never forget you Joseph Amen

Detective Brian K. Fleming Sr
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police

December 16, 2005

May you rest in peace. May God bless you and your family. Your service, as a member of the Thin Blue Line, will always be remembered.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

December 16, 2005

Rest In Peace Brother! May the law enforcement family never forget about you and remember you as another Hero who paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep others safe.
My prayers go out to your loved ones, your friends and your fellow PA Troopers.

Walt
Bergen County Sheriff's Office

December 16, 2005

We didn’t know Joe Pokorny as the “uniformed officer” like others who have commented, we knew the “t-shirt/shorts/sandals Joe. We originally met him thru a good friend of ours. I remember seeing him ride down our street in the summer on his Harley; he would always smile and wave at the neighbors. Joe was always willing to help others as a Good Samaritan. He had strong morals and values, and a “magnetic” personality. Our condolences go out to his friends, family, and colleagues; may the lord help all of you cope with this terrible and tragic loss. May you take satisfaction in knowing Joe is now an angel who is watching over all of you, guiding you and keeping you safe from heaven as he did here on earth. Joe, your life may have been tragically cut short but your memory will live in our hearts forever – God bless all of you who risk your lives each and every day for us.

Jan and Jon Polosky
Strabane, PA

December 16, 2005

may you rest in peace...you are a true hero and inspiration for all of us.

police officer
nypd

December 16, 2005

Your Family and The Pennsylvania State Police is in our thoughts and prays. Rest in Peace.

TFC Jason W. Ginn
Mississippi Highway Patrol

December 15, 2005

Corporal Pokorny, thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice.. you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless..

Officer J. Mayernik
East Pittsburgh Police, PA

December 15, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of Corporal Pokorny, as well as the Pennsylvania State Police. Rest Easy Trooper.

Trooper
Florida Highway Patrol

December 15, 2005

Joe, I'll always remember LawRide 2004 and making me get a new helmet. :-) Sorry about the crowd. Thanks for the Memories!
I know you're in a better place where crime and dirtbags don't exist.
Ride Forever in Peace Road Dawg! Godspeed, Luv Ya

PO3 Cynthia "Cindy" Sigworth
Montgomery Co. Police, Maryland

December 15, 2005

Corporal Pokorny, you have given your life for the safety of the people of Pennsylvania. Rest in peace, for you will not be forgotten. My condolences to the family of Corporal Pokorny for their lost.

Ptlm Kevin Foltz
Rochester Township Police

December 15, 2005

God Bless. Keep an eye on the rest of us dear brother.

Trooper
Missouri State Highway Patrol

December 15, 2005

The police have helped me many times. I remember each and every one that came to my assistance, and am grateful. Until we see each other, on the streets of gold, rest in Gods arms, Trooper.

Myron F. Severa, Paramedic
Pennsylvania

December 15, 2005

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Corporal Joseph Pokorny. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace brother in arms and thank you for your years of dedicated service.

Officer K. Swaney
Charlotte-Mecklenburg PD

December 15, 2005

To Corporal Pokorny, our prayers and deepest sympathy go out to your family, friends, and your sisters and brothers of the Pennsylvania State Police. The ultimate sacrifice that you have made will never be forgotten.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me—Psalms 23:4.

John R. Medred
STAT MedEvac Communications

December 15, 2005

My prayers go out to your family. They suffer the tragic loss of you, OUR HERO! God Bless Them and I'm sure you're with St. Michael the Archangel, our Patron Saint.

A terrible time to lose someone, I know, I lost my niece/20, 12/3, car accident and her dad, my brother, on 12/15/03 to colon cancer, he was 51.

Retired Det. Kathy Keenan,
NYPD, FOP 967 Jason Conklin Lodge

December 15, 2005

I was born and raised in Sharon, PA not far from where Trooper Pokorny was killed. I always wanted to be a "Pennsy" State Trooper...never made the weight minimum limit... back in 1968...ended up in Colorado Springs, CO as a police officer.

From all 688 of us here...we're in pain over his death. God bless...we'll miss him!

Commander Harry Killa
Colorado Springs, CO Police Dept.

December 15, 2005

May your family and friends find peace in knowing your profession was a noble one. With great respect, your fellow Roaddog, WS/769

Cpl Will Smith
Delaware State Police

December 15, 2005

To the family, friends, and coworkers of Cpl. Pokorny, the men and women of the Delaware State Police share in your loss. May the memory of his service and dedication remain with us all, as we continue to fight the good fight.

Sgt. Tom Carver
Delaware State Police

December 15, 2005

May Corporal Pokorny rest in peace. He and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.

P.O. Chris Carroll
Boston Police Department

December 15, 2005

You are a true hero. RIP Brother

Nassau County Police

December 15, 2005

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cpl Pokorny and to my brothers and sisters in the Pennsylvania State Police.

Rest easy Troop. Your watch is ours now.

Tfc Surowiec
Delaware State Police Troop 3

December 15, 2005

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cpl Pokorny and to my brothers and sisters in the Pennsylvania State Police.
Rest in peace Troop. You will not be forgotten.

Tfc Surowiec
Delaware State Police Troop 3

December 15, 2005

I am a Pennsylvania State Trooper, a Soldier of the Law. To me is entrusted the Honor of the Force. I must serve honestly, faithfully and, if need be, lay down my life as others have done before me, rather than swerve from the path of duty. It is my duty to obey the law and to enforce it without any consideration of class, color, creed, or condition. It is also my duty to be of service to anyone who may be in danger or distress and, at all times, so conduct myself that the Honor of the Force may be upheld."

Rest in peace Cpl Pokorny. God bless

Tpr Scott R Denisch
PA State Police

December 15, 2005