Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sarge....you commanded respect from the public and from your peers, which is the ultimate compliment. You worked tirelessly to clean up the city and led from the front. You were the definition of a "street sergeant." More importantly Sarge, you were a great person - so much fun to be around. You will be deeply missed.

Hold it down during roll calls up there. Godspeed brother...

John East

March 25, 2006

Rest in Peace, brother

Capt. Sean Whelan
Watchung PD, NJ

March 25, 2006

god bless you

Senior Officer Specialist D. Gonzalez
Federal Bureau Of Prisons

March 25, 2006

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

March 25, 2006

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathys to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Gerard Burke Jr. Rest in Peace Brother, we now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, CNY

March 25, 2006

During the occasions that I had to work with Burke as an officer at the Fourth District, he leaves me with nothing but pleasant memories. He was a great comfort to me after the loss of my friend and colleague MPO Brian Gibson. He will be sorely missed!

DSgt R.L. Jackson
MPDC

March 25, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

March 25, 2006

Thanks Sergeant, watch over us and we'll take it from here.

Patrol Officer
Fairfax County Police Department

March 25, 2006

Rest in peace my brother in blue. Now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Metropolitan Police Department our in my thoughts and prayers.

Officer Johns
Ga State University Police Department

March 25, 2006

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

March 24, 2006

Sarg, I see you standing at the top of the steps just before you left. We were joking back and forth as you walked out the door, if I had only known that it would be the last conversation I would have with you. I will never forget hearing "3020" oh how I wish I could hear it again. You are the real police, and I will miss you! Dont worry, the garden nome is safe with us and we will keep using your sledge hammer to knock in those doors. Rest well my friend!

Ofc. Travis Eagan
MPDC 3D-1

March 24, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Gerard, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EWO 7/15/73

March 24, 2006

We are saddened once again with the sad news of another hero taken from us. It is a great loss for the family and department during this crisis. We might not know the right words to say, or even know how to say them, but we can pray for your family and friends. May the Lord give them strength through this time.

Missionary Joe Taylor
Cops Evangelist Ministries
www.copsevangelist.com

Joe Taylor (Former FL LEO)

March 24, 2006

To Sergeant Burke family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you.

God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

March 24, 2006

“In The Line Of Duty”
In Memory Of All Police Officers
Who Have Been Called To Make The Ultimate Sacrifice

What is the meaning of "In The Line Of Duty"
It means that an officer made the Ultimate sacrifice.
It means that someone took an officers life.
A hero has fallen. Officers who gave their all
To protect and serve us
Have been killed by someone whom they swore
To protect and serve.
It means that their badge will no longer be on their chest
And they will join "The Best Of The Best"
It means that family and friends are left behind
To deal with the lost of a loved one.
Only having the memories of that loved one
Close to their hearts. Something no one can ever take away.
It means that family members will stand at the officers grave
And wonder why... Why would someone take an officers life
And leave them there to die?
If we only knew. Today an officer will place their badge on their chest
To fulfill the dreams of heroes killed "In The Line Of Duty"

Ret. Officer W.M.Hackley
Baltimore Police

March 24, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS SGT BURKE AND ALL WHO MOURN HIS DEATH. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL, NOW MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S,C,

March 24, 2006

Sarge it's only been a day and you’re already missed. I will never forget the things you taught me, and true friendship you showed me. You will always be a part of my life, and I hope after 16 years I am half the police officer that you are. I know you are in a better place protecting the streets of Heaven with all of our brothers and sisters that have gone before us. Don't worry either when I get back I'll make sure I keep Mahl Park under control. May God continue to Bless and protect our families and us until we meet again.

Ofc. Mahl
MPDC 3D-1

March 24, 2006

Sgt. Burke, Your sacrifice in the line-of-duty will never be forgotten.
God Speed, Sarge!

Ptl. Robert Stober
Branchburg Police Department (NJ)

March 24, 2006

My sympathies to Sgt. Burke's family and colleagues. May he rest in peace.

SFC William L. Farrell
US Army Military Police, Ret

March 24, 2006

God be with those who knew and loved you. May He lead them to this site one day so they can see how you'll be forever remembered. Say hi to Pete for us.

LEO Fiancee and friend of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05

March 24, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

March 24, 2006

Rest in peace my brother. Absolute condolences to the family. I am a new officer less than a year on duty. Living the dream. I show respect by looking at odmp every month. I am sorry for your loss.

Officer James Brentner
Ft. Lupton Police Department Colorado

March 24, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Metropolitan Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Sergeant Burke deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Sergeant Burke is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, NC

March 24, 2006

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

March 24, 2006

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Sgt Gerard Burke Jr. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God give you the strength to make it through each passing day and may you find comfort in those around you.
May God watch over all the brave men and women in law enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect those in their community. Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each and everyone of you. Stay safe!
Rest in peace Sgt Burke Jr.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

March 24, 2006