Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, November 24, 2006
Reflections for Senior Trooper Robert A. Hill, Sr.
Rest in peace Trooper Hill. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Deputy W.A.Beasley Retired
Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office-Virginia
November 25, 2006
Take care Trooper. Its a sad thing to see a fellow officer Killed (or Hurt) preforming their duty. But someone has to look out for the community and we do our best with what we have. Now its your end of shift and a fellow Officer will watch your area as he knew you would have. In a way, you're still patroling and watching them so they will be safe..
JD (retired)
Norfolk, Va
November 25, 2006
May God comfort Trooper Hills family and friends and his fellow brothers and sisters of the Virginia State Police. May his family know that they are in our prayers and that he was an one of the people who make our state a safer place for us all. May you rest in peace brother. All of us in law enforcement upon hearing the news of Trooper Hill feel that pain in our hearts that not only an officer has died but also a son, husband, dad and a best friend has finished their earthly tour of duty much too soon! May God hold Trooper Hills family close to Him during this time.
Deputy Larry Dockery
Pittsylvania County Virginia Sheriff's Office
November 25, 2006
To Mrs. Hill, your son and daughter,
I offer your family, friends and Trooper Robert A Hill's fellow Troopers my deepest sympathy.
I will say a prayer that God sends his blessings on all of you as you cope with the loss of your loved one and friend at this most difficult time.
I am always saddened to read about the law enforcement officers who have their lives taken at the hands of motorists who are either distracted or dui. How avoidable, if only people were more responsible and less indulgent.
May Trooper Hill rest in eternal peace for having protected and served his community for so many years.
God bless you Trooper Hill as you watch over your family and friends from His heavenly home.
With my sincere condolences.
Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Trooper S.J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61
November 25, 2006
Our thoughts are with Robert's family and with all of the Virginia State Police. May you find peace in the days ahead.
Auxiliary Officer Matt Comer
Chesterfield County Police
November 25, 2006
May God Bless the Hill family. Our hearts are heavy with our loss of a great brother. God will always bless his spirit and will forever be with his family.
Captain David Page
Bowling Green, KY Police Dept
November 25, 2006
Rest in peace Trooper Hill. You and your family are in our prayers.
Trooper
South Carolina Highway Patrol
November 25, 2006
To the family of Trooper Hill...my heart breaks for you...another senseless loss...I often wonder how so many drivers on the road can just fly by the officers working so diligently to make our roads safer....I wish we could get the word out to everyone...move over.. slow down...give them the chance to make your ride safer...I realize that the laws are working in that direction, but it just seems to be taking too long to teach it!!
Thank you Trooper Hill....thank you for making our lives safer....better.. you are a true hero...
I wish your family peace during this difficult time...please call on your brothers and sisters in blue to help carry you through.. being from Virginia, I know they will do all they can for you...I have a special place in my heart for Virginia State Troopers.. when we lost Drew, they came to our little town of Suffolk and worked the streets so that every one of our officers could attend the funeral...and when we traveled along Rt 58 to take Drew home to NC, the Virginia State Troopers esorted us all the way to the NC line.. and they were at every crossing...standing at attention...watching as Drew went by... I hold those images closly in my heart...I am eternally grateful....
God bless you and your family Trooper Hill.. I will never forget you...
much love,
Chrissy Henley
surviving spouse of Officer William "Drew" Henley
Suffolk Virginia , EOW 3/19/05
November 25, 2006
May Our Lord Bless and keep you and may He comfort your loved ones, friends and fellow officers now and in the dark days to come.
November 25, 2006
My condolences to your family and agency Trooper Hill. May God give comfort to you, your family and your agency at this difficult time.
Thank you for serving.
Patrol Officer
El Paso, TX Police Department
November 25, 2006
I am terribly sorry that this has happened. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the patrol. I think everyday about troops across seas and law enforcement here in the states. The job of a patrolman is dangerous yet rewarding. I find comfort in the fact that these men and women risk their lives on the job to ensure our safety in day to day life. I pray that God lay his loving hand upon this family and the loved ones surrounding, to help them throuhg their grieving and to guide them in coping with the loss of Trooper Hill. May all their hearts be blessed and know that they are in many people's prayers.
Ashley Hall
friend of SCHP
November 25, 2006
Rest in Peace my brother, we will take it from here.
Patrolman
Hampton Police Division
November 25, 2006
Rest in peace my brother in blue. Now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Virginia State Police are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless
Sr. Officer D. Johns
Sandy Springs Police, GA
November 25, 2006
May God bless you and your family as well as your Department. Thank you for your service and may you rest in eternal peace.
Trooper
Michigan State Police
November 25, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Hill, his family and the Virginia State Police Department.
May he rest in peace.
God bless
Kimberly Allen, Communications Officer
Virginia Commonwealth Univ PD
November 25, 2006
Your tour is over. God speed. Thank you for your service. May your family be in good hands.
Dep. Tackett
Powhatan Sheriff's Office
November 25, 2006
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FELLOW BROTHERS WHO WEAR THE "BLUE & GRAY". YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN. REST IN PEACE BROTHER.
TROOPER G.T. BUSH
PENNSYLVANIA STATE POLICE
November 25, 2006
Robert,
I am shocked and truly saddened to learn of your passing. I am thankful to have had those few minutes with you the other week when you stopped by my office for a quick visit. When you left, I thought how fortunate your community was to have such a dedicated trooper assigned to them. You professionalism and dedication to the department and citizens of the Commonwealth will be a void never completely filled. Rest well and knowing that your fellow troopers, deputies and officers will continue with you thought important enough to lay down your life for. My thoughts are with your family during this time.
Sergeant Lars J. Hermann
Virginia State Police
November 25, 2006
Rest in peace brother.
Sgt. J. Reynolds
Chesterfield County, Va. Sheriff's Office
November 25, 2006
Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.
shannon
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)
November 25, 2006
Sir, I honor your service and your sacrifice. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9.
We have your watch. Rest in peace.
Master Officer T.D. Morton
Chesterfield, Va.
November 25, 2006
I am truly sorry for the loss of a great Trooper and Friend. Thanks Robert for all that you did for Southampton Co. May God Bless and comfort your Family.
Deputy John Griggs
Southampton Co. Sheriff Office
November 25, 2006
Trooper Hill rest easy, your family will be in our prayers.
Officer TJ Schultz
VBPD
November 25, 2006
Robert
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your dedicated service here on Earth and may you patrol the streets of Heaven with ease as you have done your time in hell. Rest in Peace Brother!!
James M. "Jamie" Brunt
Motor Officer
Meredith Police Department
Meredith NH
MOTOR OFFICER
MEREDITH POLICE DEPARTMENT
November 25, 2006
MY BROTHER WE BOTH STARTED THIS VENTURE 19 YEARS AGO, WE TALKED OF A BETTER COMMUNITY, WE SHARED OUR STORIES OF FIGHTING CRIME TOGETHER, AND WHAT A MIGHTY WARRIOR YOU WERE.YOUR BRIGHT SMILE TOUCH EVERYONE YOU MET. I'M SO DEEPLY TOUCHED AT YOUR FAMILY'S LOST, THE STATES LOST AND THE COMMUNITY IN WHICH YOU SERVED. ON BEHALF OF ALL THE GUYS IN THE SPORTSMAN'S WE SALUTE YOU. THANK YOU ROBERT FOR ALL THE YEARS, MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY.10-42 MY BROTHER, FRANKLIN UNIT 105
CPL.J.L.HAWKS
FRANKLIN POLICE DEPT.
November 25, 2006
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