Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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've 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.

Family of Fallen Officer John Logan

June 28, 2006

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

June 28, 2006

I am now the Director of Security for The Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. I spent several days with Buddy prior to and during an Al Gore visit. He was a great guy and we would sit in his car, watching the rain and reflecting on the career of law enforcement. Although only a few days, I'll always remember Buddy and that time in the rain in Arizona.

Ron Smisek
Retired-Montgomery County Md PD

June 28, 2006

Buddy, I will miss your smile, your wit, and your ability to make everyone laugh regardless of the situation. Your family is in my prayers. I will see you again someday, brother, and we will laugh together again. You are my hero.

Friend
Former SA, USSS

June 28, 2006

May we all show the courage throughout our lives that you showed that day. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers.

Special Agent
FBI

June 28, 2006

Thank you for you commitment to duty and the sacrifice you made. Rest easy in heaven now my brother. Your co-workers and family are in my prayers. Until we meet at the gates...

Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol

June 28, 2006

Thank you for trying to better our world. May the lord keep you and be with your family and friends always.

SA
USSS/NYFO

June 28, 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

June 27, 2006

Agent Sentner, on behalf of the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office we would like to thank you for your service sir. Rest in Peace.

Deputy
Terrebonne Parish S.O. Houma, La

June 27, 2006

What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. -Albert Pine

Special Agent Sentner -- The sacrifice you made for your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Special Agent Sentner -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

June 27, 2006

Special Agent Buddy Sentner,

My deepest sympathy goes out to your family, friends and peers.

God Bless you. May you Rest in Peace.

Rene Berger, Chief of Police
West Grey Police, Ontario, Canada

June 27, 2006

I knew "Buddy" through a friend of mine and when I heard of his passing today I was shocked and deeply saddened. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends who had the privledge of knowing him more personally. I give thanks for people like "Buddy" who sacrifice thier lives daily to make our world a better place to live in , may you rest in peace knowing that your passing was in honor and you touched lives and made a difference in the world.
God bless you and your family.

Civilian - Kelli H.

June 27, 2006

Buddy: It was good knowing and working with you. Rest in Peace.

Dominick
U. S. Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General

June 27, 2006

It saddens my heart to hear of this senseless tragedy. For one of our own to take the life of another are the signs of the time. I would like to send my condolences to the family of S.A. William Sentner and all of the members of DOJ. S.A. Sentner served his agency and department well and we must continue on with the fight. He's in GODs hands. May he forever rest in peace!

Sgt. Garey Bostick
Office Of Naval Intelligence Police Department

June 27, 2006

My most heartfelt prayers go to S/A Sentner's family and co-workers. Thank you for your service.

TX Deputy's wife

June 27, 2006

Buddy,
You are much more than a reflection, to Rylee and I, you are forever in our hearts. There is so much we shared, so many memories we made which will last forever and beyond. I will miss you every day of my life..until we meet again.
Maria, I am so glad he found you, so happy you had each other. I didn't know you, but I know that Buddy deserved the best in life; I am certain he found it.

Chandrea and Rylee Lutostanski

June 27, 2006

God Blesses a HERO like you, and God sends those who would bring harm upon the peacemakers to another place. May God Bless and Comfort your family and fellow co-workers. Rest in Peace Brother.

June 26, 2006

Your family and the LE community will miss you, watch over all of us. God Bless!

Federal Police Officer Robert Jackson
US Department of Veterans Affairs

June 26, 2006

Special Agent Sentner,
Thank You for your service brother. May God bless you and your family. Godspeed on your new journey. Rest easy, you will not be forgotten...

Patrolman Matthew Pine
Providence Police Department

June 26, 2006

Buddy looks like such a nice man. Although I did not know him personally, I feel the loss just the same.

May God grant peace and comfort to his family, friends and co-workers in this great hour of need.

Rest in peace, warrior. Your brothers in blue will carry on in your stead.

L Robertson
APD, LEO's Wife

June 26, 2006

Special Agent Sentner,
Thank-you for your brave sacrifice. You have served your country with courage and honor, and you will never be forgotten. You are a true hero. Our deepest condolences to your family and the brave men and women serving in the Department of Justice..

Detective Corporal Morgan
Park County Sheriff's Office--Colorado

June 26, 2006

Buddy,

When I learned that you died so tragically, I grieved, but when I learned that you died a hero, I wasn't surprised. Through your laid back, easy going personality was the presence of a true professional. When out of the public eye, we joked and laughed, but when we got down to the business at hand, there were none better than you. The DOJ-OIG has a wound that will never heal.

You are going to be sorely missed my friend. May you rest in eternal peace.

Jonathan B. May, Special Agent
DOJ-OIG

June 26, 2006

My heart goes out to you, your family, and fellow officers. When I heard this story on TV, I couldn't believe what I was hearing. What a sensless act! Godspeed.

June 26, 2006

Buddy,

I'll miss grabbing Starbucks with you down near the USSS office in Phoenix. Wish we had kept in better touch once we moved on to different agencies in our careers.

Rest in peace, Buddy.

Keith Rafacz

Special Agent
ATF / Former USSS Phoenix

June 26, 2006

Buddy and Maria,

I will always struggle to understand what happened that day, to understand why I lived and God chose Buddy to protect me. As the days pass, so will my struggle to understand the tragic events that occurred. I believe it is more important to begin to focus on how I will live my life in a manner that will honor the memory of Buddy. My children and know of Buddy and that he died a hero. When the time is right, my children will fully understand the circumstances of that day and the fact that had Buddy not acted in the manner he did, they would not have a father to love and cherish them. His memory will not die when I pass, but will be carried on through them for generations to come.

To my fellow law enforcement officers employed at that Tallahassee FCI. As I have grown to know you and respect the difficult job that we share, I have become part of your family. I truly understand and respect the difficult profession we have chosen. I do not believe the individuals arrested that day were Correctional Officers. They were criminals who were able to get jobs in this profession. I know we will continue with the jobs we have chosen and not let these tragic events deter us from continuing the professions we love.

OIG
Father and Husband

June 26, 2006