Metropolitan Police Department, District of Columbia
End of Watch Thursday, March 23, 2006
Reflections for Sergeant Gerard Walter Burke, Jr.
THANKS FOR THE YEARS OF SERVICE.MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
GILBERT DANIEL
March 27, 2006
May God bless the Family and friends of this Hero and welcome him to his new beat.
Officer Thomas Wiederhold #1890
Fort Worth Police,Tx
March 27, 2006
The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI
Sergeant Burke -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.
To all those touched by the loss of Sergeant Burke -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Colorado Springs Police Protective Association
March 27, 2006
I did not know you, but I thank you for your dedication and sacrifice! Not too worry, my dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will continue your watch.
LaWanda Ross
Citizen
March 27, 2006
Brother G-Rod you will be truly missed we had worked together for a long time. You were a throw back Policeman always working to the bell rang. 10-7 my friend, thank you for being a true Policeman to the end.
Officer Medgar Webster Sr
MPDC
March 27, 2006
Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Burke Jr.. 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
March 27, 2006
No greater sacrifice can be made then to give your life in the service of others. may you always know that you will never be forgotten.
Police officer Wife (mpdc)
March 27, 2006
Sergeant Burke you are a hero. Thank you for your service to your fellowman. Rest in peace my brother in blue. May God bless you and your loved ones.
State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
March 27, 2006
The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sergeant Gerard Burke, Jr., and the Metropolitan P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Sergeant Burke, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.
Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association
March 27, 2006
God Bless you Sgt Burke. Thank you for your service. You are in my prayers.
Catherine, Wife of a Maryland LEO
March 27, 2006
As quick as your watch ended your new one begins,,, watch over us and guide us to the end of our daily shifts,,, Rest my brother
Lt. Chuck Evans
Lawrenceburg PD (Ind)
March 27, 2006
Thank you for your service, we'll take it from here SIR.
Deputy Ricky Morales
Jackson Co. Sheriff, AR
March 27, 2006
Rest in peace bro. We got it from here.
Off. A.M. Whelchel
Waco, TX PD
March 26, 2006
Dearest Sgt.Burke: How inadequate "thank you" seems in the aftermath of your death. Officers never hear those words often enough. I hope every one who reads these reflections will take those words to heart. I am sorry for the loss of this fine sergeant and I pray his fiance, family and co-workers find comfort knowing that so many care about his devotion to duty and his tragic loss.
You DCMPD Officers: Keep your heads high and know that by remembering Sgt. Burke and keeping him in your hearts, he is only a breath away. What a special man he was...to have worried about crime in his community while he was off duty!!! Remember him so his death is not in vain!!
And know there are those of us who appreciate your doing such a thankless job. Thanks for keeping us safe when we have been in DC.
Bless you all and hugs and love to ease your grief,
Your new Aunt in California,
Aunt LoVae
LoVae Pray Martines
civilian
March 26, 2006
Dearest Sgt.Burke: How inadequate "thank you" seems in the aftermath of your death. Officers never hear those words often enough. I hope every one who reads these reflections will take those words to heart. I am sorry for the loss of this fine sergeant and I pray his fiance, family and co-workers find comfort knowing that so many care about his devotion to duty and his tragic loss.
You DCMPD Officers: Keep your heads high and know that by remembering Sgt. Burke and keeping him in your hearts, he is only a breath away. What a special man he was...to have worried about crime in his community while he was off duty!!! Remember him so his death is not in vain!!
And know there are those of us who appreciate your doing such a thankless job. Thanks for keeping us safe when we have been in DC.
Bless you all and hugs and love to ease your grief,
Your new Aunt in California,
Aunt LoVae
LoVae Pray Martines
civilian
March 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Gerard Burke Jr.
Rest in Peace
Deputy Sheriff's PBA
Madison County Sheriff's Office (NY)
March 26, 2006
Rest in Peace...
Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY
March 26, 2006
Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.
Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department
March 26, 2006
my thoughts go to you and your family,my deepest respect and thanks for keeping the world safer! from belgium-europe
wygers francky
March 26, 2006
Courage is the thing. All goes if courage goes.
Be at peace Brother.
Heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Sergeant Burke.
Ofc. Scott Bachman
Baltimore County (MD) PD
March 26, 2006
Sergeant Burke,
You are a gentleman and a scholar. Your intuitions were exact, and for that I commend you. You are 10-7 for the remainder, but you left in a fire of glory. Your life is a legacy.....and your time with the MPD is well appreciated. I thank you for being a brother in blue, I am honored to share a brotherhood with you. Please keep watch over us. Gods Speed
Police Officer
Annapolis Police Department, Maryland
March 26, 2006
Sergeant Burke, thank you for your sevice and commitment to the community. May you rest in peace in the loving arms of God. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. I am very sorry that they must walk this painful journey.
Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04
March 26, 2006
My deepest sympathy to your beautiful family. My heart goes out to them. You will not be forgotten Sergeant Burke. Heros never die.
Michele Geer
sister of Officer Thomas Morash E/O/W 10-17-03
March 26, 2006
While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Sergeant Burke.
While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.
Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.
Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS Police Department
March 26, 2006
Rest In Peace.
#2959
U.S. Marshals
March 26, 2006
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