United States Department of Justice - Office of the Inspector General, U.S. Government
End of Watch Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Reflections for Special Agent William "Buddy" Sentner, III
Buddy,
I saw you last year at FLETC and you appeared very happy in your job and in your personal life. I am going to miss your wit, and your questioning style. I have some excellent memories from working in Phoenix with you. From sitting in the polygraph room having you sit uncomfortably close to me while you were conducting my polygraph as an applicant, to working in the field with you interviewing a nut case. You were a very funny and sensitive person Buddy, and you will be greatly missed. You are a true hero and an awesome example to to me and my family.
May you rest in peace.
Eric
SA- NOAA (former SS SA PHX)
SA- EM
NOAA
July 24, 2006
Buddy,
Its been a little over a month and I still can't believe you are gone. It is extremely tough carrying on without you. I have been to the FCC a few times since June 21st and it just isn't the same. You are going to be honored by so many people for your heroic acts. I know it will not bring you back, but at least the memory of how you lived and sacrificed so much will never be forgotten. I miss you my dear friend.
WMD
July 23, 2006
Rest in peace Brother Sentner.
OFC Kevin R Turley
Heflin Police Department Alabama
July 23, 2006
Warrior!
Chief Deputy Thomas R. McClelland
Roberts County Sheriff
July 20, 2006
I WORK IN A CORRECTIONAL FACILITY AND IT IS HARD TO IMAGINE THAT ANOTHER PERSON WHO IS SUPPOSE TO BE YOUR BROTHER, COULD DO THAT TO ANOTHER BROTHER. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY.
C/O JOSH WOODS
Hendry County Sheriff's Office
July 16, 2006
Peace be with you always...
Mrs. Natalie Jensen
wife of Detective Jared Jensen EOW 2/22/06
July 15, 2006
First things First. To Agent Sentner's Family: You have an "old school MAN" here...he did life right...never doubt that. He proved the Honor of his Ancestors, and set and carried the standards for his descendants. In the BEST Nation in the History of the World, yet one that is DEEPLY in trouble NOW, due to greed, street drugs, corruption, godlessness, perversion, apathy; and on a day when a loyal Amercican SOLDIER was feeling like the LONE ranger....like the sole survivor of soul survivors....I find that I wasn't alone....that there was ONE who walked tall in parallel paths....And, because of this "Soldier"...and reading about his committment to Honor.....I cheered up, thinking, I bet there's more like him....Could that PIECE OF "AMERICAM STAINLESS STEEL" be YOU?
We need you....and We need you to eat PORK, BEEF, & WALNUTS, and go "CLONE" massively!
Take YOUR Nation back from the INVADERS! CLEAN the "open sewers" that used to be our STREETS. "FLUSH, The Toilet Bowl, that hasn't been flushed in 34-44 years"! FLUSH firmly and repeatedly....you are hereby GRANTED AN ONGOING RENEWABLE LICENSE TO DO SO. Every Nation needs at least ONE actual "DEA Agent" don't they....why NOT inside the USA? Why don't we get some actual, worKING DEA Agents? THAT would be GOOD AS GOLD!
Better make it to Heaven! Because you ALL know that BUDDY is there now. I think, while here, he was a probationary angel, working patrols with "Saint George". He missed some "snakes" but he eradicated some. "Next SWAT SHOOTER to the LINE!; and I mean MOVE IT!; NOW!!" "Supervening Authority" means CLEAN from the TOP all the way DOWN to the basement, then on down to the "GULAG S.H.U. Program".......YOU want to do it, or must U.S. ARMY COMBAT VETERANS do it? ....VETERANS, that were bit by Snakes (at City, County, State level) JUST LIKE "Buddy" shot, for US. "GOD BLESS YOU, BUDDY!" Do YOU have a "BAND OF BROTHERS"?
"S.F. DOC HOLIDAY"
ALBERT A. KAFFENBERGER, SR.
U.S. ARMY Special Forces (Airborne) 36 year VETERAN
July 12, 2006
We all miss you Buddy, you were a good agent and a nice friend. We were expecting you to arrive at our office the day you were taken from us. Your loss has crossed the continent and now there is an empty space--- May God bless your new wife of only a few months, your father and all the family you left behind.
Your friend,
Bridgid
Bridgid Mauriss
US/DOJ/OIG Investigations Los Angeles
July 10, 2006
Another Officer who gave the ultimate sacrifice in order to do what was right... God Bless
Officer Ryan Martina
FDLE Capitol Police
July 10, 2006
Tribute to a Fallen Companion
Buddy, I never met you, but I wish I had.
We had conversations too many to count and, in this way, I did get to know you.
We wrapped up that case in San Diego and lamented the fact that while we knew who "dun it," we could never prove it.
You turned over every stone to get to the truth, to get it right...I sensed your conviction and your passion.
Once in a while, I'd hear about you and ask, "How's Buddy doing?"
But there was no urgency to this friendship...I knew I would run into you at a Conference, at FLETC, for some polygraph...somewhere...eventually.
I heard about you in Paris--a strange place to receive such dreadful news. Suddenly, the color drained from the city...I realized that I would never get the chance to meet you and wandered aimlessly in search of a meaning that I could not find.
Buddy, if I could, I would like to make this promise to you.
I will take nothing for granted; I will try to make every day count.
And I will hope that from your example, I will have the strength to do the right thing and not flinch in the face of danger.
Buddy, Good bye...and God bless.
Special Agent in Charge Kenneth Strange
DOJ Friend
July 10, 2006
God Bless you and your family. Rest in peace my dear brother.
Sgt. Jim May (ret)
Charlotte Mecklenburg P.D.
July 9, 2006
Rest Agent Senter,your sacrifice will never be forgotten.I pray for and understand the grief of your co-workers.There are no words to descibe how much you'll be missed I'm sure.
a sister of the shield
St.John Sheriff's Office
July 9, 2006
Rest in peace soldier.
PO II Roger Bell #944
Gwinnett County Police
July 7, 2006
You served your country, you are being served in heaven. Thank you for your heroism and your courage. It is by God's good grace that others have not shared your fate. It is now by God's good grace that you will watch over all of us who stand a watch and protect the liberties for which you gave the ultimate sacrifice. My prayers go to your family and friends who will miss you until we all cross the bridge and our reunited.
FBIHQ
FBI
July 7, 2006
May GOD bless your family and keep them strong. Your dedication for service shall be an inspiration to those who come in the future to fill the void. Thank you for your service. You are missed by all Law Enforcement. Keep a look out for all of us and keep us safe. GOD BLESS.
COI Roberts
Missouri Department oof Corrections
July 6, 2006
Questions?
Why do you put that thing over your heart
Before each tour of duty, you do start?
Why do you work so much
And miss my parties and such?
When I go to bed at night, most of the time you away
I hope you will be home soon, and this time you must
stay!
Why are the bad guys the ones that you chase
Is it to make our world a much safer place?
What is the title of your job, is it Agent, Sheriff
or Cop?
If it is any of these law enforcement people, please
don't stop!
There is only one reason for us to feel safe,
Knowing that people like you are in place!
Inspired by the questions asked by the author's young daughter prior to going out on a K-9 search. Sgt Tony Laforet-Philadelphia Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit.
Sgt Tony Laforet
Phila sheriff's Office
July 6, 2006
Thank you for your service, your sacrifice made to uphold the integrity of our system. You gave your life to intervene in corruption of those who should be upholding law. I respect you and will not forget you. May your dedication serve as an example to all, and stand as an example to those who would abuse their office or position. There are those who will not look the other way.
Patrick Guinn
Co-Owner Excalibur Protective Service - Atlanta
July 6, 2006
The "Good News" is that we know you are in heaven still watching over us. At some point in time, the facts will be revealed to all and the world will know what a great job you did that day when you faced evil in the most heroic way. Your performance of your duties not only saved lives but will be an eternal inspiration to us all. God bless you, Buddy, and the loving family you left behind.
SA
FBI - TALLAHASSEE
July 6, 2006
you are a true Hero sir carry on with your new wings
Reserve Deputy/D.O Doug Crisp
Lyon County sheriff dept kansas
July 5, 2006
I would like to let your family and your department family know how deep my sorrow is and how proud I am to know that there are people like Buddy. I am sorry that you met your death cleaning out the trash and may your death be an inspiration to all Law Enforcement as to what a true man is.
Inv. Greg Meagher
Richmond County Sheriffs Office (Georgia)
July 5, 2006
A hero till the end. God bless you sir.
DK Nole
Postal Inspection Service
July 5, 2006
This is such a tragic loss.
My prayers to the Senter family(s) and friends.
Lisa Bryant
Civilian police employee
July 5, 2006
You were a warrior and a true hero. I wish I could have met you in this world, but I will wait to see you in heaven.
My deepest sympathies to the family of SA Sentner. You have been and will continue to be in my prayers.
God Speed, brother!
Justin "Jay" C. Thompson
U.S. Probation Officer, Southern District of Iowa
July 5, 2006
I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Agent Sentner, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.
From reading the reflections left for Buddy, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Buddy's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Buddy's life was about so much more than the way he died. Buddy will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.
Agent Sentner, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three years but we still miss him terribly.
Wishing you brighter and better days,
Jocelyne :)
"Forever Remembering 26-3"
Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
July 4, 2006
Brother, you have taken your last breath,your weapon lies beside you and the approaching sirens have faded into a calm silence. In an instant you feel a gentle breeze on your face, its a bright new day, the trumpets are sounding,you have worked your last night shift ,this time you are strapping on the armor of God almighty.You will no longer hurt,fear or even shed a tear for you are at Gods Throne knowing only love. Brother, you served your land well,be proud!, your brothers and sisteers in blue will see you soon!
Rest in peace!
Lieutenant William R.Smith
Asheville,NC Airport Police
July 3, 2006
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