Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer Gary Jonathan Buro

Chesterfield County Police Department, Virginia

End of Watch Thursday, May 4, 2006

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Reflections for Police Officer Gary Jonathan Buro

Gary I just found out last night about this. I was, and still am, in shock. I remember many nights of laughing and working along side you in Midtown South Precinct. You were always a gentleman and one of the sharpest/hardest working cops I have ever had the pleasure of working side by side with. God must have really needed the best of the best for his army for Him to take you. I hope you are reunited with your wife and other family members who were taken from you so early on. You will always be sorely missed here on Earth..and I hope one day you will be among the people greeting me in Heaven so that I may shake the hand of an old friwnd and hero. Rest in Peace.

Sgt James Phelan
NYPD/Former co-worker.

May 31, 2006

Gary,
I never got a chance to speak to you, meet you or even know you.. but I will never forget you. I will always be proud of you and the job that you did that night, putting yourself in danger to help another. I was one of the few dispatchers working that night and I am so honored knowing that we had an officer like you on the road to keep us safe. My heart and prayers go out to your family.

Dispatcher Vanessa Holmes
Chesterfield Emergency Communications

May 30, 2006

Im very saddened to see that so many police officers are killed each year in the line of duty wheather they are long serving or not they do a excellent job and i have alot of respect for all of them,theres so many people in this world that really dont appriciate the job officers do each day and that there only doing there job,my deepest sympathy goes to all who knew them.

May 30, 2006

Hi, Gary, You were so very wonderful and I miss you very much. I hope those big blue eyes and that fantastic smile are the first things I see when it is my time. I know your watch over all of us continues. You are so special. I love you and miss you. Love, Mom

Agnes M. Thalmann
Gary's Mother

May 29, 2006

Brother Gary, I never like to hear of an officer who has fallen, but it definately hits harder when it is closer to home. All of our toughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless!

Officer Gary Coslop
Linwood Police, NJ & formerly Henciro PD

May 29, 2006

Officer Buro: What a hero you are and what a legacy you have left for the young officers at your department to uphold!! Not satisfied with being a Marine you chose to be an MP (PMO) for USMC No doubt you were the best!!! Then you served to protect your communities as a police officer...not just in ONE area, but you've done it wherever you have gone!! What a hero!!

To his loved ones and friends and fellow officers: Just remember him in prayer and recall something that he did and he will be just a breath away. Keep you heads held high and know this man was a hero and that he is with God, keeping watch for all of you. The streets of Heaven truly are guarded by United States Marines!! Semper Fi, Officer Buro and thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Love and hugs from your new Aunt in California,Aunt LoVae

LoVae Pray Martines, Law Enf. Liaison
MADD-San Bernardino County Chapter CA

May 26, 2006

My deepest sympathies go out the Buro family and the entire Chesterfield Police Dept. Your gone but not forgotten, thanks for your service and dedication you are truly a HERO.

R.I.P Officer Buro We'll take it from here
10-7,10-42 God Bless

COI
WV Division of Juvenile Services

May 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers at this incredibly difficult time.

Michigan Department of Corrections
Friend of Deputy Perry Fillmore EOW 4/27/04

May 26, 2006

Words cant describe how I felt when I heard another Chesterfield officer was taken. R.I.P. brother they will continue the fight. 10-42. I pray for you and your family.

Former Chesterfield PD

W Hudson
Former Chesterfield PD

May 25, 2006

Brother Gary, you will never be forgotten by the men and women of the Chesterfield County Police Department. I received your FOP application that you had filled out. The brothers and sisters of Chesterfield FOP Lodge #47 accepted your application and voted you in as a member. We will remember you in our hearts each year at the memorial service. You are with God now, and although our hearts are saddened by your loss we know you are in a better place. We will carry on the fight in your honor. May God bless your family in this great time of loss.

Sgt. Kevin P. CArroll
Chesterfield County Police

May 24, 2006

THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNVERSITY POLICE DEPT IN CHICAGO,IL SEND OUR THOUGHT,PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF OFFICER GARY j. BURO AND TO THE CHESTERFIRLED COUNTY POLICE DEPT.
REST IN PEACE.


NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNVERSITY POLICE

May 20, 2006

Butt Nut so this is what it comes to. You helped pull me out of the discussed that this job brings. Your positive attitude helped me over the hump of discussed, that a lot of COPS feal. You here my last trainee! We worked out our first contract. You here my alternate union rep. You left and still you were the even mind to talk to . You continued to put everything in perspective. You went through so much, yet you were still so positive. I just want to Thank You. You were alwayas a COPS, COP. You will never be For Gotten. Live on in peace with Jen. Gary, I Love You Brother!

Sgt. Chris Decker
Lantana Police Department, Brother

May 18, 2006

Gates of Fire, by Stephen Pressfield

"This is my shield.
I bear it before me into battle,
but it is not mine alone.
It protects my brother on my left.
It protects my city.
I will never let my brother
out of its shadow
nor my city out of its shelter.
I will die with my shield before me
facing the enemy."


In Memory ... My thoughts and Prayers are w/the family of Officer Gary Buro. God Bless you all!

Bonnie Flexon
Wife & Sister in law of Chesterfield Police Officers

May 18, 2006

May you rest in peace. You served your country and community with honor. May God Bless you and your family.
You will never be forgotten.

Bonnie
Wife of a Chesterfield Police Officer

May 18, 2006

Gary,
I will always remember your infectious smile and great sense of humor. I'm so proud to say you called me a friend. It has been my honor to be a part of your life, you truly are a hero. I only wish there were more days ahead that I'd see that smile as we got together for a day of good times. God bless you & Jen, your family and Kathy. You served your family, friends, country & community with honor. Thank you Gary, thank you for your friendship, service and grace.
Love, Chris

Chris Coleman
Friend

May 16, 2006

I only met Gary once. During that one meeting it was easy to see what my friend Kath found in him. I know how her eyes would light up whenever she spoke of him and the plans they had to start a new life together. We had planned to get together agian but with all of our busy lives, I'm sorry it never happened.
My prayers go out to Kath and Gary's family and friends. What a tragic loss of a wonderful person. Gary may you rest in peace.

Teresa (Caplice) Caoili
Friend, Dutchess County, NY

May 16, 2006

Rest in Peace my man. My prayers are with you.
J Beaupre

J Beaupre
High school friend

May 16, 2006

Dear Gary,

You were one of the best officers and nicest guys that I had the pleasure to work with. I will always remember your smile and great sense of humor, and you will never be forgotten in our hearts. Love always my brother, colleague, and friend

P.O Midtown South Pct

PO
MIDTOWN SOUTH PCT

May 16, 2006

Officer Buro..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

May 15, 2006

Gary -
I feel so lucky to have known you. Your heart, heroism, and beautiful personality will definitely not be forgotten.
You are a true angel and I will miss you dearly.

Kim Gaetano (Ackerman)
High School classmate 1990

May 14, 2006

Rest in peace Gary. You have done us proud...We will continue the fight.

P/O Anthony J. Richio # 2960
Richmond Virginia Police

May 14, 2006

Gary

Thank you for that contagious smile. I am glad I was able to tell you that your charismatic personality that always brightened up the NYPD’s Midtown South Precinct would be missed. I never thought it would be the last thing I said to you…

This world was a much better place with you in it. You will be truly missed.

Rest in peace

POLICE OFFICER
NYPD

May 14, 2006

Dear Gary---

You have ended your watch. You have finished your race. You have won your prize!

To Gary's family and loved ones and to the awesome men and women of Chesterfield County Police Department:

"May the Lord bless you and keep you; May the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; May the Lord keep His face toward you and give you peace."
Numbers 6:24-26

You will forever be in my heart and prayers! God bless you all!

Tara Huffman
Wife of Chesterfield County Police Officer U-328 Fred J. Huffman

May 14, 2006

Gary,
I will always remember you fondly and with the highest regard for your charismatic personality and wonderful sense of humor. You will be sorely missed by all that have had the opportunity to know you. Rest in peace my friend, our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and wide circle of friends.

Jeff Hansen
Friend

May 13, 2006

May you rest in peace. You served your country and community with honor. May God Bless you and your family.
You will never be forgotten.

Bonnie
Wife of a Chesterfield Police officer

May 12, 2006

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