Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
End of Watch Monday, August 21, 2006
Reflections for Corporal Eric E. Sutphin
We here at the Canon City Internet Radio, send our deepest condolences and our prayers to the wife, daughters, loved ones, and sisters and brothers who wear the badge of law enforcement. It is hard to comprehend that Corporal Sutphin was shot down in such a cowardly act. There isn't enough words for comfort at this great loss.
"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*
Coorporal Sutphin you will always be an American Hero you gave your all.
God Bless You All
Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Canon City Internet Radio (TCIR)
Canon City, Colorado
Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Chauffeur Internet Radio
August 21, 2006
Cpl. Sutphin,
You have, Sir, without a doubt, done your time. You are truly a remarkable person. Relax and sleep peacefully, Brother. We will all carry on from here for you.
To Cpl. Sutphin's family.....Rest assured that Eric is serving God in more ways than we can imagine, as God has a plan for him.
To the members of Montgomery County SO.....I feel your loss, but also know that each of you will come out of this ordeal a stronger person.
Sr. Trooper Trey Pellizzari
Texas DPS/Highway Patrol/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement/Rockwall, TX
August 21, 2006
God bless you, and your family. My prayers are with you all!
Police Officer's Wife
Austin, Texas Police Department
August 21, 2006
Rest in peace my brother.
Senior Officer
City of Salem PD Va
August 21, 2006
You are a true street warrior with a warriors' spirit. You have done your duties well Deputy. Hang your sam brown on the pearly gates your work on earth here is done. God bless you and your family.
Fmr Inv . C.A. McGahey
Jackson Police Department
August 21, 2006
You, Sir, are what being an American is all about. From the troops on two different war fronts to the Law Enforcers stateside tasked with holding the thin blue line, we do all that we can to secure America's freedom. And today, Sir, you went into battle to seek out the enemy who killed one of our own, and in doing so you gave your own life. I have never met you, but I am truly honored reading your story. God bless you, Sir, and please know I will pray for your family during their time of loss and need. I truly believe we will all meet in God's Heaven one day and will embrace each other as only brothers could understand. To your friends and family I will pray for you and cry with you, even from afar. Matthew 5:9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they are truly the children of God.
Officer Daniel Cage
Metro Nashville Police Dept.
August 21, 2006
To Mrs. Sutphin and daughters-
There are no words to take away your pain, but please know that your sadness is being shared by many in your extended "law enforcement family". Your husband was clearly a dedicated public hero and his sacrifice and service will not be forgotten.
My daughters and I will pray for peace and comfort for your entire family.
Michelle Walker
Widow, CHP Lt. Michael Walker EOW 12-31-05
August 21, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Cpl. Sutphin; may he rest in peace and always be remembered as a hero.
Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04
August 21, 2006
May God watch over your family and take care of them. Thank you for laying your life down on the line, and possibly preventing others from being killed. You are a true hero.
Officer Michael Bowser
Chesterfield County Police Dept. VA
August 21, 2006
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Cpl. Sutphin's wife, children, family, friends and co-workers. I was married to Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002 and I am now married to Washington County Deputy Sheriff A.V. Carpenter. All of your COPS family is here for you and hurting for you. We all became a family when our loved ones became police officers and now we have even a stronger bond when one of our family members go down. We are here for you to help you along this journey you now have joined with us. God bless you all.
Denise Nichols Carpenter
Vice-President of Alabama COPS
August 21, 2006
Vaya con Dios. We will take it from here brother. You will never be forgotten.
Patrol Agent
USBP
August 21, 2006
I salute you for your bravery. It was a very sad day for your family and the law enforcement community when your tour of duty ended on August 21st. Keep watch over your loved ones and wrap your wings around them and let them feel your presence beside them. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten as heroes never die.
Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father
August 21, 2006
Someone has lost a husband, a father, and a son. Our great state has lost another hero. May God be with Corporal Sutphin's family, friends and co-workers.
Mother of a Virginia State Trooper
August 21, 2006
Rest in Peace Brother, you are a true hero.
Paramedic
Federal Bureau of Prisons
August 21, 2006
We lost a great hero today. RIP brother...we'll take the next call.
Officer DE Hogan
Bedford Police Deparment
August 21, 2006
May your wife and children know that you are a true role model and hero.
Special Agent Ruhlen
FDA/OCI NYFO
August 21, 2006
Another hero was murdered in America today. Thank you Corporal Sutphin for your heroism and dedicated service. God Bless you and God bless your family in thier time of immense sorrow.
Wife and mother in law of LEO's
August 21, 2006
ERIC, MAY GOD HOLD IN HIS ARM'S AND GUIDE THROUGH THE GATES OF HEAVEN AND MAY HE BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
WE'LL TAKE IT FROM HERE OUR BROTHER!
YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, FLORIDA
PBSO
PALM BEACH COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
August 21, 2006
Corporal Sutphin,
May god bless you, your family and the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office during this difficult time. R.I.P
Cpl Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit
August 21, 2006
The law enforcement professionals at the Albemarle County Police Department in Charlottesville, Virginia mourn the loss of Corporal Eric Sutphin, who served honorably from 1994-2001. Thank you Eric for your dedicated and loyal service to your country as a Military Police Officer and to the citizens of the Commonwealth of Virginia. You are a true warrior. Rest easy knowing that you have done your best to make the world a safer place. Your spirit will live on and serve as an example for others to follow. Heroes never die; they just take on new assignments.
Sergeant Peter J. Mainzer, Jr.
Albemarle County (VA) Police Department
August 21, 2006
I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE REGARDING THE DEMISE OF CORPORAL ERIC E. SUTPHIN. I HOPE EVERYONE THAT KNEW THIS HONORABLE MAN WILL CONTINUE TO REMEMBER HIS BRAVERY, COURAGE, AND THE LEGACY IN WHICH HE LEFT.
CPL. SUTPHIN YOUR SHIFT IS OVER NOW, WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE. REST IN PEACE, BROTHER...
DEPUTY JAMES E. BRADFORD JR.
BRADLEY COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
August 21, 2006
Corporal Sutphin,
I read the details of your incident here in Michigan as your story has made national headlines. I am so deeply saddened by your loss. I pray for your loved ones...both your immediate family and your police family. I'm sure that everyone thought you were "safe" given you had already been injured in the line of duty just 3 years ago. Thank you for choosing and continuing to serve and protect. I am humbled by your sacrifice.
You are a true HERO in every sense of the word.
Thank you Officer
Friend of Mark Sawyers EOW 6-5-04
Sterling Heights PD
August 21, 2006
Words cannot say enough of the loss all of us feel that have had the priviledge to be a friend and to have worked with you. You were a true friend and will be missed dearly. My heart goes out to your wife and the twins.
M. Abbott, Police Officer
Lake Monticello Police, Fluvanna County VA
August 21, 2006
Mrs. Sutphin,
Although I didn't know your husband, I do remember meeting him at Scott's visitation. I remember how sad he was then (as we all were) and am so sorry to hear that this sadness has returned to your family. My husband and I and our children will be praying for you.
Abraham & Melissa Telling and family
Melissa Telling
August 21, 2006
It saddens me once again to see a fellow law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty, especially in another Sheriff's Office in my state. May God be with you and your family during this tragic time. God Bless.
Deputy First Class
York County Sheriff's Office, Virginia
August 21, 2006
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