Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hero's never die; they just take on a new assignment. While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family and fellow officers of the Fairfax County Police Department.

Rest in peace my fellow officer. Those of us who remain, will cover your post on the Thin Blue Line.

Louis J. Torche
United States Park Police

May 9, 2006

This Sunday, Mother's day, hundreds of police motors from across the country will ride as we have in years past into Washington D.C. for the start of National Police Week.
Know that your memory will be with us.

May 9, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Family in uniform,
This incident is a very tragic loss for each one of you. We just recently lost one of our own brothers at Bibb County; so I know how this must feel to you. Some of you feel that this is just an extremely bad nightmare that you will wake up from, but it will not be. However, take comfort in Vicky would want us to learn something from this, even if it is no more than being more aware of our surroundings. Vicky’s time and watch here has been completed, but we must pick up where she left off and move forward because that is what she wanted.
To the family your loss shared by thousands of brothers and sisters in uniform. Lean on them if you need to. Also, keep the memories alive for your sake. She is gone but not forgotten. Take comfort in the arms of the Lord.

Deputy Minchew
Bibb County Sheriff Dept

May 9, 2006

Again we mourn the loss of another hero, You will never be forgotten, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the Armel family.

Larry Kilbarger Retired
Lancaster Ohio Police Department

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace sister, you will not be forgotten.

Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department

May 9, 2006

To the family, friends and colleagues of Vicky, I send my most sincere condolences. The loss of your mother, wife, colleague or friend can not be taken away, but please find comfort in knowing that thousands of prayers are sent your way - not just at the start of this Police Week, but each and every day. May they bring you peace in the days to come.

A local resident

May 9, 2006

In nearly 66 years of our Police Department's history in Fairfax, we have been able to avoid a situation such as this. It saddens me deeply that this has come to an end to such a good Officer, person, wife and mom.

I know that the Officers and families of the Fairfax County Police Department will do their best to help the family and fellow Officer Tyler Armel, husband of Vicky as best they can.

Still, one must deal with their loss and pain in their own way, Tyler, I hope you find a way to do just that.

I salute the Armel family, and with my deepest sympathy I will pray for you.

Perry Knicely

Retired Officer Perry Knicely
Retired Fairfax County P D

May 9, 2006

AN OTHER HERO GONE.MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.

GILBERT DANIEL

May 9, 2006

Vicky was a friend and a Super detective and officer I will miss her

Tom Det
Fxco pd

May 9, 2006

May God's light always be with your loved ones.
Nothing can ease the grief, just know there are others near for the families, friends & fellow Officers
Martha, surviving spouse of Flt. Ofc. Barry Wood, BPD eow 11/04/1998

Martha Wood, widow BPD

May 9, 2006

To the Armel Family my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.To the Fairfax County P.D. I am sorry you have lost such a fine officer,I pray that GOD will comfort you in this tragic loss.Thank you for your service to the residents of Fairfax County.GODSPEED

Joseph F. Palmer 3rd
Applicant to The Virginia State Police

May 9, 2006

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Detective Vicky Armel. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort in those around you.
Rest in Peace, Detective Armel.

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

May 9, 2006

How does one cope with a loss such as this? It's not easy, some sob, some say a prayer, some lash out with words of frustration and sorrow, others share hugs and kind words... To the Armel family, I offer my ears for listening, my embrace for hugs, and my shoulders to cry on, to help you through this extremely tough time.
Vicky, I will always remember you smiling in the hallway at Sully, and always remember your positive attitude, and of course I will always remember your heroism. Look over us all, you will never be forgotten!

"IN VALOR THERE IS HOPE"

PFC T.D. Thompson
Fairfax County Police - Sully Station

May 9, 2006

Thank you for your service Detective. Rest in peace.

Catherine
Wife of a Police Officer

May 9, 2006

On behalf of the officers of the U.S. Park Police Aancostia Station we would like to offer our condolences to Detective Armel's family and coworkers in the Fairfax County Police Department. When others would have run from gunfire she ran towards it to assist another officer who was down. No greater gift can one person give than to give their life for that of a friend. RIP your brothers and sisters in blue will carry on your watch from here.

Police Officer
USPP Anacostia Station

May 9, 2006

I'm so sorry. This is a horrible tragedy that should never have happened. I hope the family, friends, and fellow officers of Det. Armel can find some comfort in each other. Be strong for one another in this most difficult time. To her children...now your mom can watch over you forever.

Marsha
Wife of CHP officer

May 9, 2006

I pray for Det. Armel, her family, friends, & fellow officers. May she find peace & they find comfort.

I pray for the other Fairfax County officer who, at this writing, continues to fight for his life. May he return to his loved ones soon.

I even pray for the young miscreant who did this terrible thing. May he know the wrong he did.

And I pray that the Supreme Chief of Police will see fit to refrain from transferring so many of our officers to the Holy City Police Department. We need them here.

EWC John M. Mumper, USNR (Ret.)
Citizen

May 9, 2006

To Vicky’s family, both immediate and extended, you are in my prayers. I do not have the words to express my sorrow and grief. I am comforted in the knowledge that the Department will rally support commensurate with Vicky’s sacrifice and that she will never be forgotten.

2Lt.
FCP Retired

May 9, 2006

I send my condolences to the family, friends, and Fairfax County Police Department regarding the demise of Detective Vicky O. Armel. I hope everyone that knew this officer will continue to remember her bravery, courage, and the legacy in which she left behind.

Detective Armel your shift is over now, we will take it from here. Rest in peace, sister...

Deputy James E. Bradford Jr.
Bradley County Sheriff Department

May 9, 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

May 9, 2006

I was just reading in the Times Dispatch about the
service for Gary Buro (Chesterfield County PD) and at the same time learned that Officer Armel had been ambushed. It is so scarey out there and this makes absolutely no sense. At least the suspects were both gunned down also in the mayhem and their justice was swift, sparing trials and lengthy incarcerations. My heart goes out to the families of both of these fine officers and all who loved and served with them. Vicky,
since you are my sister in Christ, I'll meet you one day.
May Jesus comfort your loved ones and heal their broken hearts. God doesn't protect us from evil, but He
promises to never leave us. Psalm 34 is a great comfort to me even though we are not given understanding. That is why it is a walk of faith. God bless! With love from one coast of America to the other.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

May 9, 2006

How heartbreaking to see this happen so close to home. I can't believe that this even happened. It disturbs me so that an 18 year old could do such a thing. To go to a police station and target police officers just makes me want to cry. Police officers are here to protect us. We are heartbroken of this news. My heart goes out to your family, friends, and coworkers at the Fairfax County Police Department. You will always be a hero in my mind Vicky. Fairfax County lost a true hero today. The citizens of Fairfax County lost a dedicated law enforcement officer. Rest well on the other side until we all meet again.

First Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

May 9, 2006

Godspeed Detective Armel and may God protect and comfort your family, who are in everybody's thoughts and prayers.

PFC Penman, Motor Officer
City of Fairfax PD

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace sister.....

WFO FAM

May 9, 2006

I am so sorry.May you Rest in Peace and may Our Lord comfort your family,friends and co-workers.

May 9, 2006