Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Vicky,

May 8 is fast approaching and the overwhelming feelings of the loss of you and Gabby seem to grow stronger as the day nears. We are working on the remembrance ceremony for May 8 and hope that we honor you and Gabby as you should be. The memorials in the back lot are coming along and will be done for the May 8 ceremony. Citizens still talk to me about your courage and faith wheneer I go out to meetings or presentations. You made a forever deep impression on the Sully community and the people you served.

In approximately 9 weeks I will be giving birth to a little girl - Victoria Grace. She is named in your honor and Gabby's (Grace is his mom's name). She will grow up knowing my two friends and collegues that she is named after. She will know the ultimate sacrifice that you and Gabby gave for those of us in the station that day. Not a day goes by that I don't thank you for saving my life and feeling the loss of you and Gabby at the same time.I hope to raise her to be a strong woman in character and faith like you and to carry herself in honor of you.

You are missed every day and thought of fondly. God bless you Vicky.

Mary

PFC Mary Hulse
Sully

April 9, 2007

Vicky,
Happy Easter.I was just sitting here reading the reflections left for you when it hit me , today is the 8th.11 monthes ago today you left us.It's hard to believe it's been almost a year.You will always be remembered. I think about you everyday.Heros never die.They live forever in our hearts and minds.

friend

April 8, 2007

My prayers are with your family and friends today, Easter Sunday, and every day. I will never forget that day. Thank you for your sacrifice. God Bless you.

April 8, 2007

Heroes never die. Vicky, you are still missed greatly in both the police and sheriff's departments. Those that knew you, they'll never forget you. Though we never met, I honestly can say that you've changed my life. Your funeral broke my heart in some ways but saved my soul in others. Your testimony that was played is forever ingrained my memory. Thank you for protecting lives while you were here, and saving mine after you've left. My prayers remain with your family. Rest in peace sister. We've got it from here.

PFC K.L. Huddleston #243
Fairfax County Sheriff's Department (VA)

April 5, 2007

I will always love and miss you.
Mom

April 3, 2007

I will always remember your visits to our roll calls at Sully. Your professionalism will always be remembered.
You were a special lady and showed true valor at the end.

Most of us will never know the horror you lived that day. It all seemed so unreal.

My only hope is that if I am ever tested in the same fashion, I will have performed as well as you had that day.

My heart goes out to your husband and children. There is nothing in this world that will replace you.

You will always be missed..........

March 29, 2007

Dear Vicky,
Springtime is drawing close and I can't help but think even more about last year. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, Tyler and your precious children. I wish so badly I could take away their pain and the pain of our entire department. You were an incredible person and an inspiration to all our officers especially the women. I remember it was you that got the changes done at the Sheriff's Dept. to allow us to work the other posts. I still remember the last time I saw you at court and we talked about our faith. I remember Rich came home a few years prior and told me that you had been baptized and how excited you were. I cannot tell you how many cops after your funneral said to me, "I want to be a better person because of Vicky. I want to be a better father, a better cop and a better Christian." Through this tragedy your faithfulness in the Lord and the fact you were such an incredible person touched and healed us. When I hear the song by Rascal Flatts, "My Wish", I cannot help but think about your children and that you would want them to live their lives as the song says. I will continue to pray for you Tyler and your entire family. God Bless you all!!

Deb

PFC Debi Cruger
Fairfax County Police Department

March 26, 2007

Vicky

It has been 10 months since we lost you. Each day I take a moment to think of you and Mike. It is difficult to put into words how I and the rest of us here at Sully feel. The anniversary of the shooting is coming up. It will be hard to get through it but we will.

You Tyler and the kids are always in our thoughts. I can not say how Tyler feels, he seems to be doing okay but I know how I felt when my Dad was shot in the percent house #42 in the Bronx in 1973.

It seems the citizens are just getting out of control there have been several shootings since ours throughout the country. The last just happen in NYC where a gunman killed a citizen and two volunteer police officers. Well its time to go, work is calling.

We miss you very much, your friend

Vinnie

MPO Vincent DarConte
Fairfax County Police Sully District Station

March 15, 2007

My thoughts in the past couple of days have been filled with Vicky. After talking to people that knew her, I feel her loss even more then before. I hope that everyone can remember the funny and happy times that you have spent with her along with missing her. I heard some funny stories and found myself laughing out loud. It is good to remember the person not just the tragedy. I am so glad to be able to learn more about her, she is more then a name and date. A small change needs to be noted about the Unity Tour. I put the website down as Unitytour.com, it is actually policeunitytour.com. I encourage anyone that can take a few days out of their busy schedule to come to Washington DC in May and stand proud for those who cannot. Also remember, those of you who support the family left behind, this does not end in a year. When someone dies, the family is guarded and supported strongly for awhile, but life seems to go on and sometimes the second or third year is harder for them due to activity slowing down and people not stopping by so often. Please remember to remember. In other words, when you think of them, let them know, even if its a card or phone call, or a small message on this board. I know I will.

Stay safe,
Amy Campbell

Detective Amy Campbell
Springdale Police Dept. OHIO

February 27, 2007

Dear Detective Armel. My family and I live in the Sully District. From our hearts we thank you for protecting us. We support you and your fellow officers, and we will always remember your heroic actions and the ultimate sacrifice you made. I am riding for the first time in the 2007 Police Unity Tour for you and your fallen partner MPO Michael Garbarino. Thank you again.
Kevin Whalen
Centreville, Virginia

Special Agent Kevin Whalen
U.S.HUD-OIG

February 23, 2007

On May 9, 2007, one day after her one year EOW anniversary, I will be riding over 300 miles in the 2007 Police Unity Tour in Vicky's memory. I cried the moment I heard about her death. I am a detective and have a husband that is an officer. The similarities to my life and Vicky's have been chilling. I want to take this opportunity to send her family my deepest sympathy and let them know.... she will NOT be forgotten!! Too many times we all have walked out of our departments heading for a call, or home, not feeling the possible dangers around us. Detective Armel will, like so many others before her, be the life-saving memory that keeps us from making deadly mistakes. I know I don't walk anywhere anymore feeling 100% protected, that alone may someday save my life.
If anyone makes it to the memorial this May that is a part of Vicky's life, I would love to meet you and learn more about her. I also encourage everyone to give to the Unity Tour (Unitytour.com), a non-profit organization where proceeds go to the National Police Memorial in Washington, DC. If you want to support my ride and Detective Armel, please list our names when sending donations. Also Fairfax County has her family's fund on their website. We should always remember, support, and learn from the memories of the ones that gave their lives in the name of justice.
[email protected]

DETECTIVE AMY CAMPBELL
SPRINGDALE PD OHIO

February 22, 2007

On May 9, 2007, one day after her one year EOW anniversary, I will be riding over 300 miles in the 2007 Police Unity Tour in Vicky's memory. I cried the moment I heard about her death. I am a detective and have a husband that is an officer. The similarities to my life and Vicky's have been chilling. I want to take this opportunity to send her family my deepest sympathy and let them know.... she will NOT be forgotten!! Too many times we all have walked out of our departments heading for a call, or home, not feeling the possible dangers around us. Detective Armel will, like so many others before her, be the life-saving memory that keeps us from making deadly mistakes. I know I don't walk anywhere anymore feeling 100% protected, that alone may someday save my life.
If anyone makes it to the memorial this May that is a part of Vicky's life, I would love to meet you and learn more about her. I also encourage everyone to give to the Unity Tour (Unitytour.com), a non-profit organization where proceeds go to the National Police Memorial in Washington, DC. If you want to support my ride and Detective Armel, please list our names when sending donations. Also Fairfax County has her family's fund on their website. We should always remember, support, and learn from the memories of the ones that gave their lives in the name of justice.
[email protected]

DETECTIVE AMY CAMPBELL
SPRINGDALE PD OHIO

February 22, 2007

To this day and always will people remember you not only as a great officer but as a great friend and family member. People still have great things to say about you. I miss and love you sooo much.

Ryan Bartholomew
Nephew

February 22, 2007

My name is Usman Saleem and I am a Recruit Officer for the United States Capitol Police. I am currently in training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, GA, to become a Police Officer with the United States Capitol Police. I would like to dedicate my training to Detective Vicky Anne Owen Armel. The reason behind me picking Armel is because I grow up in Fairfax County. I am sure that she and her department played a big part in keeping me safe as a child

Recruit Officer Usman Saleem
United States Capitol Police

February 7, 2007

Vicky, I will never forget how helpful you were every time I arrived at Sully looking for help. The last time I saw you, you were at your desk. Your lovely smile was captivating. As always, you assisted me in every way possible. I saw your husband at our memorial several months ago. His confidence and strength filled my heart with hope. Hope that we are not just here to answer calls, investigate major crimes, and deal with citizens complaints. We are here for a higher calling. Vicky, you paid the ultimate price for the citizens of this community. I still do not have the courage to speak to your husband, a wonderful officer on our department. Thank god his presence gives me the courage I need to face the job we do daily. You are missed.

Detective CIB
Fairfax County Police

February 4, 2007

I am still very saddened, angered and shocked by this senseless tragedy. My grandfather was one of the original first seven policemen appointed when this department was chartered and I was born in Fairfax, so this hit close to home. Coming into a police station shooting is a home invasion in the house of the extended family of all of us. This is just horrible. At least the monster who did this vile deed is gone and he cannot hurt anyone else. I tahnk you Detective Armel for standing in the literal line of fire and taking rounds to protect your brother and sister officers.

John 15.13 "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."

I pray for the family, friends and colleagues of this fine detective. I am very sorry for the loss of this good lady and officer. We must remember as we mourn the loss to celebrate the life.

Detective Armel's dedication, honesty and bravery will not be forgotten. With her final roll call complete and her last shift over here in this life, she now walks a beat in Heaven with St. Michael.

Rest easy sister, we have the watch from here. Be careful out there brothers and sisters!

Chief JA Millan
NC Public Schools, Avery Dist. LEO

February 2, 2007

Vicky it is now Feb. 1st. 2007 and i am now retired from the force and living in Florida. As i sat in my office tonite I reflected back to that horrible day in May and how I was frantically fighting traffic to get to the scene of the shooting, unfortunately i was too late to make a difference for you and Mike Garbarino. I will always remember you as a genuinely kind person and one of the best police officers we had. You have always impressed me. I know that you are in a better place now, and want you to know that i think of you everyday. I can tell you it still hurts as bad as it did on that day in May. Rest in peace.

Detective Greg Holloway

Detective Greg Holloway (retired)
Fairfax County Police

February 1, 2007

Hey Vicky the irony in your death is that you were the one who thought me that we all bleed red and not to take oneself so serious that we forget that we are not in control. God is in control and he makes no mistake.

officer breedlove
HPD

January 22, 2007

As a fellow officer I am glad that God touched Vicky's life not only has her beliefs touched so many unsaved people but it has helped to renew my faith. We'll see you in time keep the coffee hot!!

SSG (RET) MICHAEL A EWING SR
US ARMY MILITARY POLICE K-9

January 12, 2007

DUTY..HONOR..COURAGE..VALOR..LOYALTY.. NOT JUST WORDS TO THIS WOMAN.

MPO III RICK DIETZ
HIGH POINT N.C. POLICE DEPARTMENT

January 10, 2007

Hey Vicky. We're into the new year of 2007 now. Not a single day has gone by that I have not thought of you since that awful day in May. You haunt my dreams on a weekly basis. In truth though I look forward to those dreams just so I can hang out with you. Last week at my church during the prayers for the people, I prayed for all the LEO's who gave their life in 2006. But it was your face pictured in my mind's eye. I'm so very thankful for this site where I can read reflections from others known and unknown. I think of your mom and sisters so often and pray that they are healing. And for Tyler, Thomas and Masen, that their holidays were blessed with joyous memories of you.

Jeanne Placon, MPO (ret.) VPD

January 8, 2007

I was devistated to hear of this attack. Even though I am no longer serving as a police officer I still have love for my brothers and sisters. You will be missed.

Former Officer J.W. Snodgrass
FCPD 2723

December 26, 2006

Hey Vicky,
Merry Christmas.I miss you.

Sandy

December 25, 2006

MERRY CHRISTMAS DET. ARMEL, I WILL BE THINKING OF YOU AS I PATROL THE HIGHWAY'S THIS HOLIDAY SEASON. PLEASE WATCH OVER US ALL, YOU ARE A TURE HERO. GOD BLESS YOU !

PRESTON ELLIS TRAFFIC UNIT
KINSTON POLICE DEPT.

December 25, 2006

Merry Christmas Vicky,
Thanks again for showing me what the CHRIST in Christmas is for.
Alexy

A J ABDO
HPD

December 24, 2006