Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

....my thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this servant of God. May she rest in peace...

Lt. J. Principe (Ret.)
NJ State Police

May 12, 2006

Detective Vicky O. Armel and family, I am moved to extend my condolences to the family and colleagues of a true American Police hero. It is obvious that Vicky's herioc actions diverted fire from her critically wounded brother officer giving him a least a chance to survive.

Captain F. Jack Caldwell (Retired)
New Jersey State Police

May 12, 2006

Vicky, By choosing the profession that you did, it shows that you are a person of of exceptional character. By doing what you did, day in and day out, you showed unwavering dedication, courage and professionalism as you did your part to help others and protect the citizens of Fairfax County. By reading the pages of reflections, there is no question that you raised the bar high and you are greatly loved. I wish I had the opportunity to know you!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!

Thank you for all you did!

APO Larry Magni, Retired
Fairfax County Auxiliary Police

May 12, 2006

Vicky, words can not express how much you will be missed. You meant so much to so many people. You are a true hero and I was lucky to have known you. God bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten!!

Detective Loriann LaBarca
Fairfax County Police

May 12, 2006

We can not remember anyone who had a more positive attitude toward her profession and life. Vicky gave one hundred percent all of the time. When part of the training team Vicky and Tyler set the example for the staff. No words could ever express the hurt we feel. We will miss that beautiful smile.

Terry Pearson/Penny Pearson
FCPD (retired)/Sheriff's Office

May 12, 2006

Rest in Peace Detective V. Armel and God Bless your Family.

Shawn Conaughty Deputy Sheriff
Loudoun County Sheriffs Dept

May 12, 2006

Rest easy sister, The watch is ours now.

Officer
Atlanta Police

May 12, 2006

To the children of Det. Vicky Armel:

Your Mother is always with you. She is the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street. She is the sun shining on your face. She is the smell of homemade cookies fresh from the oven. She is the warmth of a handmade quilt. And She is the hug from your favorite teddy bear. Your mother lives inside your laughter. She is crystallized in every tear drop. She's the place you came from, your first home; and she's the map you follow with every step you take. She's your first love and nothing on earth can separate you.
Not time, not space...not even death!
Your Mother's love for you goes on and on.

May God bless you both.

wife of a police officer and mother of t

May 12, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the Armel family. I've cried a thousand tears for the children. I, as well as many others, feel helpless, and wish so much that we could take away the pain. May Tyler and the children take comfort in the special words being written about Vicky, a beatiful person whose life was taken much too soon.

Wife of a Fairfax Deputy

May 12, 2006

may god bless det.armel and her family as well as her friend's and co-workers.she will never be forgotten in the law enforcement family.god bles and r.i.p.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lancaster,ohio

May 12, 2006

Thank you for protecting and serving and for making the ultimate sacrifice. May God be with you and look over your family and friends.

Dep. T. Cumbie
Escambia County S.O., Florida

May 12, 2006

Det. Armel:

I am at a loss for words to express the grief I am feeling for your family and all of the fine officers of the Fairfax County PD. Your courage and sacrifice will be forever in our hearts and never forgotten. My prayers are also extended to our MPO Michael Garbarino and his family in hope of a full recovery.

I know I speak for all of the men and women of the Arlington PD in extending our condolences to Tyler and the Armel children. Vicki you are both a hero and an angel...may you rest in peace.

Doug Scott
Arlington County, VA PD
Chief of Police

Col. Doug Scott
Fairfax County PD-Retired

May 12, 2006

Vicky,
My husband and I both watched in disbelief and shock as we heard how you so valiantly and effortlessly sacrificed your life to help your fellow officers. We both knew you when you worked for the Sheriff's Office. Even now, I remember your smiling face, one that would light up any room. It was both a pleasure and an honor to be your friend and co-worker. Your memory will live with us forever. I know that God has a special plan for us and in time we will all come to know what that is. For Tyler, we both realize how deep your loss is and we want you to know that we are all here for you. Call the Sheriff's Office ANYTIME you need us, we will be there for you and your family as Vicky was always there for us. We will miss her greatly. May God bless the entire Armel family now and forever.

friends
Fairfax County Sheriff's Office

May 12, 2006

Vicky,

I thank God that I had the honor to have worked with you and was able to call you a cherished friend. Your courage and professionalism will forever be remembered and I along with our department, have suffered a great loss. May God bless Tyler and your family.

Bucky

Detective Bucky Barlow
Fairfax County Police/CIB

May 12, 2006

From tragedy comes unity
From anger comes determination
From sorrow comes resolve
From confusion comes strength

The loss of Vicky will be eternally etched in all of our hearts. Our eyes will fill with tears but our souls will fill with pride. Myself and my family's thoughts and prayers are with the Armel family.

Lt. A. P. Hill
Fairfax County Police/Friend

May 12, 2006

I didn't know you personally, but after reading so many of these reflections I can tell how much you meant to those who did know you. You have touched so many lives and you made the ultimate sacrifice. I lived in Fairfax County for many years and I thank you for your dedicated service and for protecting your community. You are a hero and we will remember you always. My deepest sympathy goes to your family. God will see them through.

Ashley Hall
Wife of a Loudoun County Detective

May 12, 2006

Vicky, I'm sickened by the senseless acts of the coward that took you away from us. Your bravery and unselfish, heroic actions on that tragic day will never be forgotten. My heart bleeds for your family and I know the pain they are feeling is unbearable. Tyler, Please stay strong. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I hope you and the babies will find comfort in all the great memories you have of Vicky as a beautiful wife and mommy. You will be sorely missed Vicky but never forgotten...Rest in Peace.

Tammy Johnson
Fx Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

May 12, 2006

God bless you Detective Armel, enjoy your reward patroling the streets of Heaven under God's command. Thank you for your brave, continuous service to your community. May God provide a lasting peace to those you leave behind...until he brings you together again. I respectfully salute you.

NNPD Officer
Newport News Police Department

May 12, 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

May 12, 2006

RIP, Det. Armel.

This has been a trying time for officers in the State. Too many have sacrificed their lives over the last few years.

You will not be forgotten.

OFC. J. D. Kelly
Chesapeake, VA

May 12, 2006

Vicky,

You never know how much you miss someone until they are gone. It was an honor and privilege to have served with you at the Reston Station. Your great personality and wonderful smile will sorely be missed by us all. Even though you are gone, you will never be forgotten. You have served our county well, a true hero to us all! Rest in Peace my sister, the Lord has a better assignment for you now.

God Bless and watch over the entire Armel family in this time of difficulty. We are here for you. Godspeed.

PFC-Reston District Station
Fairfax County Police Department

May 12, 2006

SUCH A LOSS,ITS BAD ENOUGH TO LOSE A BROTHER IN BLUE,BUT A DECTIVE,MOTHER A SISTER IN BLUE,MOTHER OF TWO,WHO WILL NOT HAVE THAT MOTHERS LOVE IN THE FUTURE. DAD,FELLOW OFFICER YOU HAVE SOME BIG SHOES TO FILL.. MAY GOD BLESS AND GIVE YOU COMFORT AT THIS TIME

CAPT.WAYNE BLANKINCHIP
JACKSONVILLE POLICE RESERVES,JAX.FL

May 12, 2006

I wish I'd have had the privilege of knowing you. But having witnessed the events of the past week with insight from my best friend who is one of your FCPD brothers, I feel as though I did know you. You were doing it all - dedicated to so many roles in this life - wife, mother, public servant and most importantly a servant of God. We draw strength from your example. Your spirit will live on in all who were inspired by you. Your bravery and sacrifice has drawn all of us closer together and reminded us of the fragility of life and the importance of caring for one another.

Rest in Peace, Vicky.

A Working Mom
Friend of a FCPD Officer

May 12, 2006

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND BE WITH THEM IN THIS TIME OF NEED.

OFFICER IAN TORRANCE
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA POLICE DEPARTMENT

May 12, 2006

I've stared at your picture now for what seems hours and it just all feels so surreal. I'm sure closure will come at some point, but not without the regrets that surface in such a time. The most important thing is that I was blessed to have known you. You were an exemplary role model and you set the bar high. I knew God would want you for his team, but who would have guessed so soon?

anonymous
FFX Co. Sheriff's Office

May 12, 2006