Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My Dear Brother David,
I know you are safe and resting well. My heart aches for those of us who are now without you and it is also full of pride for all you have done with your life.

My hopes are that you find a way to help Jess always remember the joy of loving you and find peace, that your children will always know how much you treasure them, that us, as your siblings, will celebrate your life with your children, Jess, each other, our parents, family and friends, and that your fellow officers in Upper Saucon who mourn your loss as deeply as we do, continue to make a difference in the lives of your family, your community and elsewhere remembering how much it meant to you.

I promise to help Jess in whatever way I can. She is my sister and friend and that will never change. I will share my memories of you with your children and delight in their lives even more than before. I'm blessed to have been your sister. I miss knowing that you are only a phone call away, but now I know you are only a prayer away from my heart.

Rest Well Little Brother,
Love,Christine

Christine Ross, PA
Sister of Officer Dave

November 20, 2006

Dear Jessica, first of all let me start by saying that we, other surviving spouses are here for you, and that the COPS (CONCERN OF POLICE SURVIVORS)organization is here for you and your family. I thought that I was strong, but after I read your reflection to Bryan, from BSO, a man that died 3 days after your husband and you took the time for that, I take my hat off to you. Please, do not hesitate to contact me at anytime, my husband Emilio, as yours was killed in line of duty on 11/6/86, and I also had small children, I wish you the best and love to you and your family.

God Bless,

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

November 20, 2006

We wish to thank you for your ultimate sacrifice, your honor and your integrity. To your family and friends, find strength and honor in his sacrifice and let none of us ever forget.

East Coventry Police Association
East Coventry Township Police Department

November 20, 2006

Hi Hon,
I can't believe it has now been 11 days since I last saw you, talked to you, was touched by you. Over the past 16 years we were never apart this long. After all that has gone on since you were taken from me....I still can't believe that you are not going to come walking thru that door...I just can't seem to get it thru my head. I miss you more than anything.
I talked to Carin the other night...she is such a wonderful woman, funny, caring and strong. We are going to get together after Thanksgiving and let the kids play. Give Jesse a big hug for her.
Talk to you in my dreams...
Forever and always,
Jess

November 19, 2006

Thank you to all, near and far, who take a minute to leave a note of support or a memory. I visit this site every day and you have no idea how much I appreciate the thoughts, prayers and comments. It makes getting thru the nights just a little easier. Thank you all so very much.
~Jessica

November 19, 2006

May God be with you and guide you through this loss and give you the strenght to move on. Remember he is in a safe place watching and guiding you all through the day and night. Again my prayers from over here in western PA go out to you all that has lost the Falling Officer,Husband,Dad, and Friend.

EMT Karen Texter
Friend of a fellow officer in the Dept.

November 19, 2006

To David Petzold family and friends i'm so sorry for your loss your in my prays


Diane mother of Jeremy Chambers EOF 4-24-06

Diane Chambers

November 18, 2006

You will never be forgotten

Boston Police Deptarment

November 18, 2006

Jessica ~

It was great talking to you last night, I am so glad you called. You are a strong woman and you are going to be fine - I'm sure Dave is very proud of you. We'll get together soon, the kids can play and we can laugh and cry and share stories about our husbands. Take care of yourself and know that I think of you every day.

Warmly ~
Carin

November 18, 2006

Rest in peace Off. Petzold. My God be with your family in this time of need. You will be missed by all.

Patrolman Scott Detwiler
St. Pete Beach Fl. Police dept.

November 17, 2006

They never fail who die in a great cause. -Lord Byron

Investigator Petzold -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Investigator Petzold -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

November 17, 2006

Dear Fammily,Friends and co-workers of Investigator David Petzold, As the holidays draw near may Gods peace be with you. Please know thoughts and prayers are with you. We are hurting with you. And there are no words that can ease you pain,I wish there was. David, I salute you Sir.,keep watch over your family. Hero's live forever in our memories, and that is where David will always be. Keep watch over your family David and the rest of us. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you gave. No greater love,that a man lay down his life for his brother. Carolyn Moore mother-in-law of Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Asheville,N.C.

carolyn moore

November 17, 2006

Investigator Petzold, may you rest in peace. May God be with your family, friends and the police department during this time. Please know that you will always be remembered.

Rest In Peace Brother.

Fellow Officer
Warrington Police, Bucks County, PA

November 16, 2006

Once again we are faced with sorrow of another officer who has given their life helping to protect others. This not only brings sadness to the family but also to the department and the law enforcement of this great country and world. We pray that your sorrow will not be forgotten and that there are other officers there for you in your time of need.
Joe Taylor Cops Evangelist Ministries

Joe Taylor (Former FL LEO)

November 16, 2006

My deepest sympathies and prayers for David and his Family. God Bless

Deputy Chief Dean Horianopoulos
St. Pete Beach P.D. Florida

November 16, 2006

Inv. Petzold,
You did your job with unselfish honor.
No one can dedicate their life to more than that.
May God have you in the highest rank of his heavenly kingdom.
Rest in pease Sir,
Thank you for your service.

Officer Bryan Phelps Badge#320
Bethlehem City Police Department

November 16, 2006

Inv. Petzold served his community with dedication and devotion. The officers of the Spring Twp Police offer our prayers to Dave's family and the Upper Saucon Police Department. You have lost a hero but heaven gained one!

PO
Spring Twp. P.D. (Centre County) PA

November 16, 2006

Rest in peace brother
you will never be forgotten.

RETIRED CORRECTION OFFICER HARRY SANCHEZ
NYC Department Of Correction

November 15, 2006

My deepest sympathy to your family, friends, and brothers and sisters of the Saucon Township Police department. I wish I can say some words that would make the pain easier to take, but there are no such words. I cry everytime I hear another officer has been taken from us, especially when I hear they were struck by of vehicle. We lost our son nine months ago-struck by a vehicle while conducting a traffic stop. My heart goes out to all whose lives you touched. Rest in Peace, Sir...

Lori Seguin- retired Officer
Stepmother-Broward Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Seguin E.O.W. 2-15-06

November 15, 2006

Investigator Petzold, may you and your family find peace. You lived by leading and passed while caring, I am sure you would not have had it any other way. God Bless.

Investigator P.F. # 551
USDA, FSIS, OPEER

November 15, 2006

I am sorry I could not do more for you I only hope that you are with God resting in Peace now and that God is watching over and protecting your family. Please Investigator Petzold Rest in Peace now. You are still loved by so many.
Lisa

Lisa Devlin
I helped by starting CPR

November 15, 2006

My deepest sympathies and prayers for Brother Petzold and his Family.

Patrolman Dennis Smith
Northampton Police Department

November 15, 2006

I picked up the newspaper this morning to find that I was transported back to March 8, 2006 when my beloved son, Matthew died while on duty in an auto accident. From my own experience, I can only say that no words I can offer will give you any comfort or peace. I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. We are connected in such an unfortunate way. It has been eight months since my son's death and the pain is as excruciating now as it was on the day he was taken away from us.

I am truly sorry for your loss.

Jane Melchionda
Mother of Fallen Officer Matthew Melchionda

November 15, 2006

Dave Petzold, you have made the ultimate sacrifice in giving your life to serve and protect your community. Although I did not know you personally, you will always be remembered as a hero by all.

While there are no specific words to ease the pain, I wish to express my sincerest condolences and deepest sympathies to your family and to the officers of the Upper Saucon Township Police Department. Investigator Petzold, Your shift is now over my brother, May You Rest In Peace.

Officer Troy Abelovsky - 1733
Bethlehem Township Police Department

November 15, 2006

Thank You Inv. Petzold. May you rest in heavenly peace now and God speed to your family, friends, co-workers and community in which you leave behind.

Delco PA
Delaware County Communications (Delcom)

November 15, 2006