Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff William Joseph Hudnall, Jr.

Kern County Sheriff's Office, California

End of Watch Tuesday, November 14, 2006

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff William Joseph Hudnall, Jr.

RIP brother

Cpl. David J. Bailey
Beckley Police Dept. Beckley, WV

November 20, 2006

Joe, you are already missed by all those who worked with you. I enjoyed the calls we ran together and will look back on them with a smile. God bless you and your family.

Jim, Sandy and Briana...

Deputy James Coster
Kern County Sheriff's Dept.

November 20, 2006

You donned your uniform
put on your shield
as most every day you do
Then when called upon
to give the ultimate sacrifice
to the code you did stay true.

Our prayers are with you and yours at this time.

CT
One of the many protected by this man

November 19, 2006

I never thought I'd say this, but I miss your stories, Joe! I am truly priveledged to have had the opportunity to work every day with you. Our substation will never be the same. You helped me through my first day on my own, up here, and every day since. You were never been too busy to help me through anything I needed. We all know you left the area every day on your drive home with a huge smile on your face because you loved your job so much. Knowing that, every day I drive by those marks on the canyon road, I can't help but smile too. An "East-side Regulator" you always will be! "Kern 9, in custody of Jesus...CODE 4"

Deputy C. Martin
Kern County Sheriff's Department

November 19, 2006

To the family and friends i'm so sorry for your loss my son Jeremy was killed the same way 4-24-06 I will pray every day for Deputy Hundnall family and friends


Diane mother of Jeremy Chambers

Diane Chambers

November 18, 2006

To the wife and children of Deputy Sheriff Hudnall, remember that your husband and father was a hero and will be missed by his law enforcement family! Rest in peace!


Boston Police Department

November 18, 2006

Such a senseless death! Rest in peace brother! My prayers go out to your family, friends and co-workers. You are in God's hands now. Look upon us all and guide us as best you can. You have paid the ultimate sacrafice doing what you wanted to do. God bless you!

Christopher Schaub
Broward County Sheriff's Office

November 18, 2006

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Hudnall'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 Aaron 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
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

November 18, 2006

God Bless you sir.

ryan
Phoenix,AZ

November 18, 2006

Deputy Hudnall,
May God put you in the highest rank of his heavenly kingdom.
You lived your life in courage, you left this world in honor.
Rest in pease my brother.
God bless you and your loved ones.
Thank you for your service.

Officer Bryan Phelps Badge#320
Bethlehem City Police Department P.A.

November 17, 2006

We just had the funeral for one from our Department today. The Hudnall family and Kern County SO will be in my thoughts and prayers over the coming days and months as you all try to heal from this tragic loss. I sit hear almost holding my breath as it has been 3 days since a LEO has lost his life in the line of duty...I know another one will be suddenly ripped from their loved ones any moment now.

Christina Costa
Wife of a Deputy Sheriff and Former Dispatcher

November 17, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Joe, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage. May your family, friends and co-workers find peace.


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 71/5/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

November 17, 2006

Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile. -Albert Einstein

Deputy Hudnall -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

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


Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

November 17, 2006

God speed brother, we'll take the watch from here.

Deputy Sheriff
Leon County Sheriff's Office, Florida

November 17, 2006

Dad, I love you very much. I'm terribly sorry that I wasn't able to be at home to take care of Carrie and the boys when they heard the news, but as you know I'm stuck here in Chicago. I'm so glad that you were able to come and watch me graduate from Boot Camp those few days before the accident. It was the best weekend of my life. You needn't worry about the boys, I'll make sure they grow up knowing what kind of man their father was. I miss you so much already. You were always there for me, and I know that you'll always be with me now. Rest in peace father.

Seaman Recruit Joshua Hudnall
Son of Deputy Hudnall

November 17, 2006

What a staggering loss. Joe, you were a true hunter who focused always on gett'in the bad guys. As one of your co-workers told me that almost daily at the end of your shift, you would find someone to hook-up and take to jail on your way home to Bakersfield through the canyon. You always keeping the public's safety and wellbeing in mind. You will be missed by all. Rest in peace brother.

Senior Deputy Steve Urner (Ret.2005)
Kern Co. Sheriff's Dept.

November 17, 2006

Another good lawman taken out and a family deprived of their loving dad and husband by an impaired driver...Sure wish the blue and gold could have gotten that jerk off the road in time to save you.. Your Ultimate Sacrifice was not in vain ..It just reinforces the CHP's steely resolve to hunt down and remove impaired drives from the roads of California. I wish I could go back out on the road nail some dueces just for you.. I'm sure my brothers and sisters will !! Rest easy Deputy Hudnall

DB
Calif Highway Patrol...Ret.

November 17, 2006

May you continue to watch over your family, friends, and co-workers from above during this difficult time...and always.

Jennifer Aaron
Wife of Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

November 17, 2006

Thankyou for making the ultimate sacrifice while serving your community. My thoughts and prayers go out to your grieving family and fellow deputies. Please keep a watchful eye over us all.

Detective
Orlando Police Department

November 17, 2006

D.S. Hudnall..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 & protect them..YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

mi state police recruit
detroit

November 17, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff William Hudnall,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We wish we could be there in person to offer support. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. As the holidays draw nearer remember those special moments you have shared together and the love you shared. 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 for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Deputy Hudnall is a hero. He will live on through all of you forever.

Respectfully,

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

November 17, 2006

Rest in peace Sir, you will be missed.

Communications Officer
Maine

November 17, 2006

My prayers are for you Carrie and your family. No one, but who has gone through this can say they know. I do know that I can imagine and I can't believe. I am at a lost for words. My deepest regrets.

Summer Hendley
Friend/server of our country

November 17, 2006

Rest in peace brother your tour is over you rest. May your god look over your family and friend. I will keep them in my prayers.

off. T. Booker
Orange New jersey

November 17, 2006

Dear Family,Friends & Co-Workers of Deputy Joe Hudnall, May the peace only God can give be with you today,tomorrow and days to come. Another Hero entered into his final rest, another star shines brighter in the Heavens. I salute you Sir, for your service to others. May your wife and children find strength in knowing the family of Fallen Officers are praying for you, and will keep the memory of Officer Hudnall forever alive. Hero's live forever in our hearts. Family stay strong and know that Joe will always be watching over you and loving you. Carolyn Moore Mother-in-law of Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Asheville,N.C.

carolyn moore

November 17, 2006

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