Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You and your fmaily are in my thoughts and prayers. I am very sorry that they must walk this painful journey without you. Thank you for your service to the community, Officer Skerski. Rest in peace. Your heroism and courage will not be forgotten. Heroes live forever.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

May 9, 2006

MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF OFFICER SKERSKI. MAY GOD BLESS THEM ALL. MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE TO YOUR DEPARTMENT AND COUNTRY. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY YOU NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY YOUR KILLER BE CAUGHT AND GIVEN WHAT HE JUSTLY DESERVES.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

May 9, 2006

Go with God my brother

Chief Frank Baranyai, Retired
Cochranton PD

May 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and fellow brothers of Officer Skerski. God Bless

P/O Bill Battista
Narberth Pd (PA)

May 9, 2006

May God be with the family, friends and sibling officers of Officer Skerski. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grievance. Godspeed Officer Skerski.

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department

May 9, 2006

The Final Inspection
Author Unknown


The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."


Rest in peace, brother.


Anonymous

This was left on a memorial page for a dear friend Ofc. Dennis Mcnamara, it brought many comforting thoughts, wanted to pass it on

Evelyn
Glenolden

May 9, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother

Dep. Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

May 9, 2006

Reality

Imagine how our world would be
If every police officer quit
Turned in their gun, turned in their badge,
Just finally had enough of it.

No respect, no loyalty,
No appreciation of all they do,
They’d give their lives for all of us,
These wonderful officers of “Blue”.

Kicked at, spit on,
Punched, stabbed and shot,
Everyday assaults on officers,
Done…without thinking a second thought!

Our laws are in favor of criminals,
There’s always some loophole in their case,
Out again to commit more crimes and murders
…creates pain, that we, the family and friends
…in time will never erase.

Why should they do it?
Why take the risk?
Why put their life on the line?
Subject their loved ones to endless suffering,
When their precious life is lost while fighting crime.

More murders, more kidnappings, more robberies and rapes,
Just to mention a few,
Please ask yourself how life would be,
If there were NO officers in Blue!

Would you do it? Could you do it?
And for how many…would YOU give it all?
Rewards are a 21 gun salute, a Medal of Honor,
And your name gets added to the Wall.

Think about it. Why are they here?
And why do some hate them so?
Because they enforce the laws that put convicts and murderers
In jail serving time, or on “Death Row”.

All give some and some give all,
It’s a risk they chose to take:
To put their heart and soul in it,
To put their lives at stake.

So, please take a moment,
Please give it deep thought,
Think of what “you can do”…

To help show respect,
To help follow the laws,
So we’d quit losing our Heroes in Blue!

Written by Jaclyn Pocceschi Mosley
Sister of Fallen Officer Rodney F. Pocceschi EOW 6/23/03.
www.fallenofficersremembered.com

FALLEN OFFICERS REMEMBERED

May 9, 2006

Officer Skerski,
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Officers Paul and Amy Sperandeo
Westwego and Gretna Police Depts, La

May 9, 2006

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
and a part of America died.

Unknown author

Rest In Peace

Bristol Township Police
Bucks County, PA

May 9, 2006

Thank you, Officer Skerski, for your service to the citizens of Pennsylvania and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian

Janice Brown
civilian

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace Officer Skerski. Thank you for your service to our country. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Cpl. J.J. Picardi #38
Galloway Township Police, NJ

May 9, 2006

Gary, My deepest thoughts go out to you and your family. A tremendous loss to the Philadelphia Police Deptarment and the Port Richmond section of Philly. You will be greatly missed. Go with God.

P/O Christopher Foley #3031
Philadelphia Police Department 92nd District./Neighbor

May 9, 2006

Rest in Peace brother...you are a hero and we will never forget your sacrifice.

Capt. Sean Whelan
Watchung PD, NJ

May 9, 2006

Gary:
As you look down on us from above, know that your sacrifice is one that will NEVER be allowed to be forgotten. For you were, and always WILL be, a part of a brotherhood that outsiders can never fully understand. As you sit with Him, you can take satisfaction in knowing you kept your word: To serve and protect. Now rest in peace, my brother, until we all meet in a place that He has set aside for ALL of us who have worn the badge. And may He watch over your family and help them through this most horrible time.
Justice will be served, however long it takes. Amen

Detective Ron Tomassi
Palm Beach Sheriff's Office

May 9, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Philadelphia Police Department.

Fallen but never forgotten.

Officer Bryan Laurie
Haltom City, Tx

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Gary, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

May 9, 2006

Gary: You are a HERO who's legacy will live on. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and co-workers. May they find strength and love during this turbulent time. Your sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten...

Friend of:
Patrolman Kip E. Boulis
E.O.W.: Sunday, May 30, 1976

Kathleen
Alabama C.O.P.S.

May 9, 2006

May the Lord bless you and keep you, may his face shine upon
you and give you peace.

Prior Deputy
Harford County

May 9, 2006

My prayers and heartfelt condolences to the wife and children, family and friends, and to all our Phila Police Officers for the loss of officer Skerski.
To officer Gary, you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, and will be in my daily prayers. Thank you for all your hard work and the sacrifice you made in protecting the citizens of PHiladelphia. God Bless you as you sleep in God's Love and Peace. God Bless You Officer Skerski.
Respectfully,
Kathi Halligan Phila Pa wife and mom of LEO

Kathi Halligan
Phila., PA

May 9, 2006

GARY....MY WIFE AND I SEND OUR DEEPEST THOUGHTS, AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, AND TO ALL THE OFFICERS AT THE PHILADELPHIA POLICE DEPARTMENT. WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

OFFICER MICHAEL ROSE (RETIRED)
SAN LEANDRO POLICE DEPARTMENT.

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)

May 9, 2006

We extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow to the family and friends of Officer Skerski.His loss is felt by us all.Rest easy brother,we'll take it from here.YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

PO S.Harris #381
Cicero PD,Cicero,IL Gang Crimes Unit

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace you will not be forgotten.

Ofc. S.D. Hall Jr.
Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police

May 9, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother. May God Bless Your Family and May You Watch Over All of Us As We Continue The Fight! Your Sacrifice Will Not Be Forgotten, Justice Will Be Done. You Served Well, Now Guard The Gates of Heaven and Guide Us, While Keeping Us Safe and Alert. May God Bless Every MOS. “Fidelis Ad Mortem”

PO
NORWICH P.D., CT

May 9, 2006