Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Vicki, I don't know where to start, I guess it would be 17 years ago working along side of you with the Fairfax County Sheriff's Office, what an honor. I remember you being the first female with the agency making the pistol tea, man can you shoot. I thank you for all your help at the range. I remember when you transferred to the Fairfax County Police Department to further your career in law enforcement and I thought to myself, we're losing one heck of a good deputy. I'll always remember your smiling face coming to see me at the security desk when you had court asking how the gang was doing. I wish I could have been there to do something that would have changed the outcome of May 08, 2006. Vicki, you are a HERO in my eyes and always will be. Vicki look after our brothers and sisters God Bless. TODAY I LOST A DEAR FRIEND!! You will never be forgotten take care till we see each other again. Tyler, I, and all your brothers and sisters are feeling your pain. Tyler stand proud, Vicki is a HERO! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. To all my brothers and sisters be safe for we have a new angle looking over us.

MDS Keith Fereday
Fairfax County Sheriff's Office, Friend

May 14, 2006

As a member of the Police Unity Tour, we rode with heavy hearts. Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

May 14, 2006

"Jesus wept."

Detective
Chesapeake Police Dept

May 14, 2006

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Detective Armel, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Then the rainstorm came, over me
And I felt my spirit break
I had lost all of my, belief you see
And realized my mistake
But time through a prayer, to me
And all around me became still

I need love, love's divine
Please forgive me now I see that I've been blind
Give me love, love is what I need to help me know my name

Through the rainstorm came sanctuary
And I felt my spirit fly
I had found all of my reality
I realize what it takes

'Cause I need love, love's divine
Please forgive me now I see that I've been blind
Give me love, love is what I need to help me know my name

Oh I, don't bet (don't bend), don't break (don't break)
Show me how to live and promise me you won't forsake
'Cause love can help me know my name

Well I try to say there's nothing wrong
But inside I felt me lying all along
But the message here was plain to see
Believe me

'Cause I need love, love's divine
Please forgive me now I see that I've been blind
Give me love, love is what I need to help me know my name

Oh I, don't bet (don't bend), don't break (don't break)
Show me how to live and promise me you won't forsake
'Cause love can help me know my name

Love can help me know my name.

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

May 14, 2006

So sorry and thank you are the only words that really get the point across quickly - Bless your family and know that prayers are all around for you and FCPD and all in blue.
Godspeed

ACOFC S CASKEY
MCPD

May 14, 2006

Vicky, I just heard and I'm still in shock. My heart is heavy and I'm filled with such grief. I only knew you for a short time before I retired, but I will never forget your smile. You could light a room with your laugh. My prayers are with you while you make the journey home, and your family and all of my brothers and sisters in Fairfax, God Bless you all.

Terri Doyle
Retired Fairfax County Police Officer

May 14, 2006

I was staying in Fairfax County when I heard the horrible news about what happended to Detective Owen Armel. My thoughts and prayers are with the her family and the men and women of the Fairfax County Police Department.

Officer Chris Amsler
Aurora (CO) Police Department

May 14, 2006

The times that I worked with Vicky are among the fondest memories of my career. She always had a ready smile and friendly attitude.

I knew her as a friend and Sister Officer.

She was a great lady and an exceptional Officer, that will be missed by many both inside and outside of the Law enforcement Community.

MDS Bill Rodosovich (Ret)
Fairfax County Sheriff's Office

May 14, 2006

Rest in Peace Sister

DS LE

May 14, 2006

Dear Vicky


I wish the best of luck to your family. You were a real hero. Everyone will always remember you as a great person

Xavier Mendez
son of loudoun deputies

May 14, 2006

Vicky, It was a true honor to work with and know you as a friend.Your positive outlook and attitude through out your time here at the sheriff's office was an inspiration to all who knew you. Your tour of duty may be over now but you'll live in our hearts for as long as they still carry a beat. Your smiling face and warm heart i will miss deeply. Rest in peace my friend and may god bless you.

PFC J.R.Hirst #0315
Fairfax Sheriff's Office

May 14, 2006

Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten.

Auxiliary Police Officer
Fairfax County Police Department

May 14, 2006

Vicky,

We all know you did you best. You served with courage and gave the ultimate sacrifice...we will not forget you...

Det. Steve Carter

Det Steve Carter
Bartlett PD

May 14, 2006

Dear Vicky,
I regret that I was never able to meet you, however I am privileged to have been one of your dispatchers while you were at Reston. You always said hello and had a great sense of humor. You were always professional, yet personable, and made the shift more enjoyable. There are no words to even begin to express my feelings; other than you gave the ultimate sacrifice and there is no doubt that your actions saved countless others. They say there is a reason for everything that happens; right now the only thing I can think of is that God has a bigger plan for you right now. After yesterdays services, I learned so much more about you and what a wonderful person you were, what a terrific and loving mom you were, and what a loving wife you were. You are still all of these things, just from a different place. You will never be forgotten. Tyler, Thomas and Masen, thank you for allowing all of us to learn so much more about Vicky. She will always be with you, and she will never be forgotten. God Bless.

PSC3 Susan Malone
Fairfax County Department of Communications

May 14, 2006

Rest in peace Vicki. It was a priviledge to know you and to have worked with you. I was proud to serve with you and you will be greatly missed. My sympathy is with Tyler and family during this time of great loss.

We'll see you on the other side someday.

Arnie Lipson
Rev 14:13

Sgt. Arnie Lipson
FFX Co. Sheriff's Office

May 14, 2006

Vicky, for the past week I felt a great amount of anger. When the services ended yesterday I felt as if a heavy burdon has been lifted off of all those who knew you. For I now see that your death was not in vein, you were sent to us as and angel. You have forever changed my life through your strength and character and because of you I will live my life as a better husband, dad, friend and police officer. Tyler, Mason and Thomas have not lost you, your sole is in them forever and for those near them to feel and continue loving you. Thank you for touching us all and making this world a better place.

Your friend, Bill.
Sully District Station

Bill Fulton

May 14, 2006

Your acts and service will not be forgotten. God bless you and your family.

OFC RE Donnan
PWPD/Former Fairfax County Deputy

May 14, 2006

Det. Armel and Family,

Words cannot express the pain and sorrow we all feel for your loss. But, yet, an immense sense of Pride and Honor shines because your dedication to the job and God. We know that he has welcomed you with open arms and his Grace shines down on your family and friends during these difficult times. Peace to you and your family.

PVT #306
Fairfax County

May 14, 2006

To Detective Armel family, friends, and the Fairfax County Police Department; I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Detective Armel for protecting the county that my family lives in, a job well done. You are a true hero; may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

May 14, 2006

We are already missing you!!!

Vicky Rest in Peace.
Be sure that your husband will do and choose the best things you would have for your children.

To the Husband:
I know it hurts because we are hurt with you too, but you have to continue with your life especially for the two little ones who need you more than ever.

To the little ones:
Just make mommy proud on everthing you do. She will always be with you.

And to the rest of the family:
You are in my prayers I also know that the Lord will be with you and will give you all the strength to survive and to heal from this pain.

May God Be With Us!!

Private Deputy Sheriff
Fairfax County

May 14, 2006

I have the utmost respect for female police officers as I had a very strong infleunce as a child from a wonderful female officer. I never knew you or of you until your death, but I have read glowing reports of your valor!
I am so very sad this had to happen to you!
Rest In Peace....

Theresa Goble
Citizen

May 13, 2006

One of our Police officers was murdered here in Philadelphia too and it is that misfortune that has led me to view this page. My heart, and prayers are with your family. You will never be forgotten.

related to a police officer
Pennsylvania

May 13, 2006

Det. Armel, it is apparent through all these memories what a special police officer you were, and even more importantly what a special person. You will obviously be remembered for your life and how you lived it, as this overshadows your tragic and untimely death. To our brothers and sisters from FCPD, we understand your pain, and the entire DC area and law enforcement community stands behind you. Rest in peace sister!

FAM
Washington Field Office

May 13, 2006

To the Armel Family,
I have only been a Dep for a few years but,if I can accomplish a percentage of what Det.Armel accomplished I will be blessed. Her example as a woman,and a officer has left a blueprint for other female officers to follow. I thank God for giving Det.Vickey Armel to the law enforcement profession. Det.Armel set a standard that makes Fairfax County the elite. Thank you Det.Armel for blessing us with your strength and professionalism. Rest in peace.

Dep.M.L.Williams
Fairfax Sheriff's Office

May 13, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

May 13, 2006