Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Brother!

You will not be forgotten!

Sgt. David Munyan
baltimore Police / Motor Unit

September 3, 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 Corporal Metternich, 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 Christopher, 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 Christopher's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Christopher's life was about so much more than the way he died. Christopher will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Corporal Metternich, 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 late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three and a half years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

August 30, 2006

Sir, I honor your service and your sacrifice. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God." Mathew 5:9.

Daniel
Citizen

August 29, 2006

Christopher,

I can tell from looking at you that you were a great guy . . . it's so obvious. You were no doubt an excellent officer. I honor you Chris, your name, your memory and the warrior that you were. To Chris' family, I'd like to say my heart goes out to you, but I must say this . . . none of us want "to go" . . .we don't want to die young and leave all those we love behind . . . but if we must go, if our number's up, if our lord is calling us home, then if possible, if possible, let us go on duty, in uniform, proudly wearing or carrying our badge. Chris was on duty, in the city of Baton Rouge, doing that which he loved . . . being a policeman and protecting the citizens of his city, state and country. Being a policeman was not just his job, but mostly, it was who he was!! It was a calling only a few of hear . . . and he answered, and then, walked the path of the warrior.

Finally, please let me say this . . ."it is far, far better to have lived 31 years,than to have never lived at all."Back in the mid 80s, when the Chicago Bears ruled the NFL, the great running back Walter Peyton said "You are not gone until you are forgotten." We will never forget Chris, and he will never be gone. Ride high motorman. With brotherly love and utmost respect,

Jim Crotty (former Richmond, VA Policeman)

Jim Crotty Special Agent
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms (Ret.)

August 29, 2006

Chris, You will be remembered as one of the best and thank you for the advice at the 2004 rodeo in Baton Rouge. You touched many officers with your kindness and knowledge.
May you rest in peace and ride along side with all motor officers. As you know you had motor officers from around the country to ride with you on your last ride on earth, it was amazing.
To your wife, Chris was admired by more than you could imagine and any of us will be here for you anytime you need. God bless you and the kids.

Cpl. Dennis Miller
Calcasieu Parish Sheriffs Office

August 28, 2006

Chris,

Thank you for your encouraging words during the rodeo in Charleston, S.C. I needed a partner to ride to the colliseum that day, even though we got lost on the interstate. You touched a lot of peoples' lives and will be missed!!!
God bless your family, and friends! They are in our thoughts and prayers!

Motor Officer H. Hamby
Tallahassee Police Department, Florida

August 26, 2006

Rest in peace dear brother, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept.

August 25, 2006

On behalf of the Directors and members of MMOC, state wide, we extend our sorrow of the loss of a brother motor cop. Our hearts go out to the family and law enforcement family of Officer Metternich
Mark Murray, San Leandro PD (CA) retired

Mark Murray, President
Municipal Motorcycle Officers of California

August 25, 2006

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Corporal Metternich, RIP.

mjw643

August 23, 2006

Mrs. Metternich,

Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of this tragedy. I wish I could say something to help ease your pain, however I have firsthand knowledge that there is nothing that anyone can say or do to take the pain away. My husband was killed in the line of duty last year in a car accident during a pursuit. He was 32 years old and our son was 5 months old at the time. I can't say I know exactly what you're thinking or feeling, but our situations are very similiar. The only advice I can offer is simply to trust that God with be with you. I know that's not the easiest thing to do right now, but He hasn't left you. Lean on Him and He will carry you and your family. I pray that you will find comfort from God now and always.

Sgt. Kelly Dragus, Oklahoma City Police Dept,
Widow of Sgt. Jonathan Dragus, Oklahoma City Police Dept,
EOW 10/20/05

August 22, 2006

Corporal Metternich, your tragic death has left a large hole in the Baton Rouge PD but more importantly in your family. I know you will always be by their sides, and they'll know it too.

God Bless you and Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

August 22, 2006

Rest In Peace Chris. We will miss your smiling face when working the LSU games.

" And in the end when the history books are written
there will be at least one line on one page that reads
Christopher M. Mitternich-Police Officer- it was very good that he lived among us."

Lieutenant Gerry Bloom
Baton Rouge City Police

August 22, 2006

Corporal Metternich..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

mi state police recruit
mi

August 22, 2006

In Valor there is Hope. Rest in Peace Brother.

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgetyon Mo PD

August 22, 2006

My thoughts are with your loved ones and close friends. I know the pain and broken hearts that have been left behind and the many dreams that will never be. Keep watch over your loved ones, wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten by your loved ones nor will the Blue Family ever let you be forgotten.

"Always in our hearts
Always in our words
Forever Young
Forever Blue
Our Guardian Angel."

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father

August 21, 2006

May god bless Corp. Metternich and his Family as well as all his Friend's and Co-Worker's. He will never be forgotten in the Law Enforcement Family. God bless and R.I.P.

Cpl Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

August 21, 2006

May God bless you and your family, rest in peace now we have the watch!

Sgt. Tim Howard
Wiggins Police Dept

August 21, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Baton Rouge City PD.

Fallen but never forgotten.

Officer Bryan Laurie #1251
Haltom City Police Texas

August 21, 2006

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Corporal Metternich.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

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

August 21, 2006

I HOPE THIS BRINGS COMFORT TO YOU ALL

"HEAVEN'S BEAT"


HE’S WALKING A BEAT IN HEAVEN,
WITH A NEW PARTNER TO HELP HIM ON,
UP BEFORE THE FIRST LIGHT OF MORNING,
WITH A SAD SMILE GREETING THE NEW DAWN.

HIS BADGE GLOWS BRIGHTLY WITH GLORY,
HIS BOOTS ARE STILL SHINY BLACK,
FOR THERE’S NOT MUCH DUST IN HEAVEN,
EXCEPT FOR SOME STARDUST ON HIS HAT.

THERE’S NOT MUCH TO DO,
FOR A COP IN BLUE,
ON HEAVEN’S LONELY BEAT.
DRY A LITTLE ONE’S TEARS,
SOOTHE AWAY SOME FEARS,
OR JUST WALK THE GOLDEN STREETS.

HEAVEN CAN BE,
A SAD PLACE TO BE,
FOR A COP WHO FELL TOO SOON.

WALKING THIS LONELY BEAT,
AMONG THE SUN’S FADING HEAT,
HE SMILES SADLY AT THE RISING NEW MOON.

ONCE IN A WHILE,
A STRAY TEAR WILL FALL,
EVEN THOUGH HEAVEN’S NOT SUPPOSED TO HAVE ANY PAIN.

THINKING ABOUT THE WIFE,
HE LEFT BEHIND,
HIS ARMS ACHE TO HOLD HER JUST ONCE AGAIN.

HE’S WALKING A BEAT IN HEAVEN,
WITH OTHERS WHO FELT THE FALL,
BROTHERS TO ONE ANOTHER,
THEIR NAMES PROUDLY ON THE WALL.

By

Lydia Warner Miller

J L F

August 21, 2006

AS WITH ANY POLICE OFFICER WHO IS LOST IN THE LINE OF DUTY YOUR SERVICE WAS PROFESSIONAL IN EVERYWAY.YOU SERVED YOUR TIME IN HELL NOW YOU GO TOO GOD.TOO PROTECT AND SERVE

SIGNED PTL ANGELO VITALONE SR
RETIRED ALWAYS A BROTHER IN MIND

PTL. ANGELO VITALONE SR
CAMDEN COUNTY PARK POLICE

August 20, 2006

Corporal Metternich....May God Speed Motorman. You are at "Peace With Honor" yet you dearly missed and you will never be forgotten. Ride Hard with my co-worker and friend, KCSO Motor Deputy Richard "Richie" Cochran, EOW 03/22/1991 and my Little Brother KCSO Motor Deputy Mark W. Brown, EOW 02/27/1999.

Detective Mike Brown
King County Sheriff's Office Seattle

August 20, 2006

The job you Motor Officers are called to do are like no other..You guys are a special breed in the police departments..You are exsposed to all the eliments and are one of the bravest above all..I am proud to be part of this great thing known as the Law Enforcemnt family and when one is lost you feel you have lost a friend..Thank you for your job well done but you have a new and beautiful job ahead of you protecting the streets of Heaven..With angels singing as your sirens I tell you THANK YOU for service and potection you provided..

Ashley Moyer
Wife Of Montgomery Alabama Motor Officer

August 20, 2006

Corporal Metternich, you have served your city and your community with honor and dignity, we will carry on from here. To the family of Corporal Metternich, you all are in our thoughts and prayers, remember that you all are now part of a much larger family. To the men and women of the Baton Rouge Police Department hold your heads high as you all carry on. Stay safe and watch each others backs. Rest in Peace..Motormen

Detective First Grade Robert F. Jackson
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC/Homicide Branch

August 20, 2006

Valor and dedication! Rest brother, God always takes the best.

Officer Scott Parker
Covington Police Department, Texas

August 20, 2006