Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The realization that I shared you with so many makes me even prouder to be a part of your extended family. I still expect you to come through the back door at work and give me my hug for the day to sustain me until the next time. I will miss you in so many numerous ways. We all will do what we can to help your family to carry on. VSP is also trying to carry on.

Candy Burgess
Area 34

Candy Burgess
VSP-Area 34

December 7, 2006

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and with your brothers and sisters of VSP who are mourning for you.

Sergeant Paul Cleveland
Fairfax County Police

December 7, 2006

Thank you for your service, I want your family to know how sorry I am for their loss. You are a hero and will always be remembered. Rest in Peace brother..

Detective Alvarez
Colorado Springs, Co PD

December 7, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Trooper Hill,
I am so sorry to here about the loss of one of your own. I know that there is nothing anyone can say to make you feel better during this difficult time. My agency just lost its first deputy in over 100yrs, and being a new deputy i never realized what a true family police officers really are until this incident. No matter who you are, or where you served, you are loved and supported by thousands of fellow officers around the country. When one of us is taken we all mourn, whether we knew you or not. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless

Harford County Sheriff's Office/ Family member of VSP

December 7, 2006

Trooper Hill, Thank you for your service. May god bless your family.

Victor Purchase, FM585
City of Manassas Fire Marshal's Office

December 6, 2006

My Friend, It saddens my heart to think you are not here with us. I can remember meeting you almost 10 years ago when I was fresh out of the Academy and working in Franklin. Robert, you were a good friend and a dedicated Trooper. I remember the day you chased the purse snatcher out of the Food Lion. Upon my arriving on scene, you looked up at me,smiled and said "Hurry up, I got to get back in line!" We both laughed as I Handcuffed the guy. Rest in Peace, My friend.

Deputy T. Potter
Isle Of Wight County Sheriff's Office

December 6, 2006

Restin Peace my friend. may I met you one day at the gates of heaven. Aloha

"Brothers"

Shoulder to shoulder
Standing side by side
Academy graduation
Beaming with pride.
Thoughts to the future
A career lies ahead
It’s all brand new
Nothing to dread
The years add up
So do the scars
Fights in streets
Alleys and bars
Get the job done
That’s what cops do
Whether you wear
Tan, gray or blue
Shoulder to shoulder
Standing side by side
Brothers are missing
Brothers have died
From across the nation
In towns large and small
Black shrouds remind us
Of those who gave all
The battle continues
Their deaths not in vain
Continue the fight
Victory to gain
When the war is over
And evil must hide
We will be shoulder to shoulder
Standing side by side
By
Art Gradillas

MPOII Michael Fujioka
Honolulu Police Department/ D-5

December 6, 2006

God bless this family. Your Robert Hill, Sr was a hero to the end and this family was blessed to have his presence in their lives. He goes on in memory FOREVER!

Mom of Colo Springs Detective
Colorado Springs, CO

December 5, 2006

I remember Robert as my next door neighbor, my Field Training Officer and most of all my friend. My condolences to Roberts family.

Sergeant G. J. Hack
Virginia State Police

December 5, 2006

Rest well Brother.

Trooper
North Carolina Highway Patrol

December 4, 2006

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*

Rest in peace Trooper Hill.

Police Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

December 4, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Senior Trooper Robert A. Hill Sr.,

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. Senior Trooper Hill 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

December 4, 2006

May God comfort your family. You have given your all to not only protect the citizens of Virginia but, for everyone who travels through the state of Virginia. Rest in Peace.

TFC Jason W. Ginn
Mississippi Highway Patrol

December 3, 2006

To a great Fellow LEO and FRIEND... I will truly miss you and your words of wisdom you always gave me.

Deputy Donald R. Edwards
Southampton County Sheriff's Office

December 3, 2006

Thank you Trooper Hill for being brave enough to step up and protect and guard those who can not protect themselves and for giving your life in prusuit of that goal. Thank you to the Hill Family for the scarifices you all have made as a Troopers Family, I know them first hand and am proud of them. I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with you and lift all of you at this difficult time.

Wife of a VSP Trooper

December 3, 2006

May Angels lead you in.... You will be remembered always.

Trooper Jessica Williams
Virginia State Police

December 3, 2006

I just read about Trooper Hill at Police One and wanted to let Trooper Hill's family know that I am thinking of them.

Police Officer Richard Lang
Marshalltown Police Dept. Iowa

December 3, 2006

You are a true hero god bless rest in peace.

Officer McCord
Belen Police N.M

December 3, 2006

Trooper Hill, rest well brother, for we will always continue the fight, and your brother Troopers will never forget your sacrafice.

Trooper
Connecticut State Police

December 2, 2006

Trooper Hill -- Your service and sacrifice to your state and your country will never be forgotten. My condolences go out to Trooper Hill's family. He will be in our prayers. God Bless.

Chad E Bayne
Future LEO

December 2, 2006

Words can't express how I feel. Working that fateful day was hard. Hardest thing I've ever had to do. It's still tough to sit in this chair today but I continue to do it because you had faith in me. Faith that all are safe when I'm on the other end of the radio.

I'll always remember our don't speed anymore "meetings" as well as that unforgetable smile and laugh. Thanks for being an outstanding mentor and friend. Area 34 lost one of its best and won't ever be the same.

I'll match you when I get there. Until then, KYC239 Southampton clear.

Kelly Vargo, Communications Officer
Southampton County Sheriff's Office

December 2, 2006

My condolences go out to Trooper Hill's family and the VSP.I'm sorry you have to lay another Trooper to rest.May our LORD and SAVIOUR JESUS bring you peace and comfort in this great time of loss.Thank you for your dedication and bravery and for serving the Commonwealth with VALOR SERVICE
AND PRIDE.

Joseph F Palmer 3rd
Future State Trooper

December 2, 2006

Tooper Hill, Thank you for your services god bless your sole. I send my resects to the family and co-workers. Rip sir.

Ofc B.Loveless
Wake Forest Pd

December 1, 2006

Dear Hill family,

I worked with Robert when I was with the Smithfield Police Department. He was always so kind and professional. He will be greaty missed by all of those in the community and law enforcement. I am very proud to have known him.

May prayers and thoughts are with all of you,
Amy

Amy Camper
Surry Nuclear Power

December 1, 2006

I pray for strength and peace for your family and friends. May your spirit have a joyous homecoming. "Rest high on the mountain" brother!

D/Sgt. Vence WoodsS
Michigan Dept. of Environmental Quality-Office of Criminal Invest.

December 1, 2006