Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

What a tragic event. Working just across the Delaware from Philadelphia, I woke to the report of this incident on the news. The news of your death made me sick to my stomach. I give blessings to you and your family, and our brothers and sisters of the Philly PD. I will be at your funeral to honor you. God Speed.

Ptlm. Christopher Kelly 1092
Camden City, NJ PD

May 9, 2006

What a tragic event. Working just across the Delaware from Philadelphia, I woke to the report of this incident on the news. The news of your death made me sick to my stomach. I give blessings to you and your family, and our brothers and sisters of the Philly PD. I will be at your funeral to honor you. God Speed.

Ptlm. Christopher Kelly 1092
Camden City, NJ PD

May 9, 2006

If any words could remeber us of you then the first word would be hero or protector of us all.

May you rest in peace and protect the streets of heaven.

cadet

May 9, 2006

What a tragedy to loose such a fine officer.My thoughts and prayers go out to the Skerski Family and the officers who serve in the Philadelphia Police Dept. I pray the coward who did this is brought to justice. Godspeed

Joseph Palmer
Citizen

May 9, 2006

May you rest in eternal peace Officer Skerski. You came in for an overtime shift so that you could provide for your family and lose your life to a cowardly vermin that will never know the true meaning of being a man and a father.I am the same age as you and commend you for still showing such dedication to your profession and your dept. after sixteen years. My condolences to your family and the entire Philadelphia police dept.

Police Officer Nelson Marti
New York State Park Police-Taconic Region

May 9, 2006

God bless you and your family as they go through this difficult and tragic time. My prayers are with the family and co-workers of our brother in blue. God Bless you Officer Skerski for what you gave to protect and serve. You paid the ultimate price for to protect and serve others. We will meet someday on the Golden beat of Heavens Streets. Thank you for what you gave to us.

Until we meet someday. My brother in Blue, GOD BLESS YOU!

Officer, SPD

Officer
SPD

May 9, 2006

May Our Lord be with you all today and in the difficult times ahead.Justice will be done.

May 9, 2006

God be with the Skerski family during this tragic loss. Officer Gary Skerski, thank you for your sacrifice, you will never be forgotten!

Ret. PO
City of Miami PD

May 9, 2006

A Part Of America Died,
Somebody killed a policeman today,
And 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 he walked was a battle field too
just as if he had 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 locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And stands at each new rookies' side.
He answered the call,of himself and gave his all,
And a part of America died.
*anonymous*
The members and staff here at the Chauffeur Internet Radio send our deepest sympathys to the family, friends and all of the sisters and brothers that wear the badge of law enforcement. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts and you must know and keep in mind you will never be forgotten, you served your department and city well and now you will serve a higher power just as well.
The Chauffeur Internet Radio
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Chauffeur Internet Radio

May 9, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Skerski.

While no one who wears a badge wants to be put into such a situation, you put yourself into the line of fire to protect those whom you might not have even known despite the danger. While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS Police Department

May 9, 2006

You have our deepest sympathy in the loss Officer Gary Skerski . A family lost a father, a wife lost a husband, a department lost a dedicated officer and America lost a protector. Your assaliant will be found and brought to justice. Rest in Peace.

Ted Sjurseth
America's 9/11 Foundation, Inc

May 9, 2006

At the beginning of every shift, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, May 9, 2006 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Police Officer Gary Skerski who died in the line of duty just yesterday.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Skerski's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

May 9, 2006

Killed by a coward who is on the run. Rest in Peace your brothers and sisters will find him.

GOD Bless!

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

May 9, 2006

I just heard of this horrific event. My heart goes out to your family and fellow officers. Godspeed.

Daughter of a Sgt

May 9, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Philadelphia Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Officer Skerski deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Skerski is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, NC

May 9, 2006

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Skerski. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service GA

May 9, 2006

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Skerski. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service GA

May 9, 2006

Thank you for your dedication in protecting the citizens of Philadelphia. May you continue to keep watch over your family, friends, and co-workers from above.

May 9, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Gary Skerski, and the Philadelphia P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Skerski, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

May 9, 2006