Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and loved ones of Sgt. Nicholas Sottile and his fellow officers with the Florida Highway Patrol:

On behalf of our family, I want to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Sgt. Sottile was brutally murdered in the line of duty. His valor and courage will never be forgotten.

In reading the loving reflections left by family and friends, it is obvious that Nick was an amazing man who touched many lives in a positive way. I can see that he is so loved and will be missed by so many. Especially touching to me are the reflections left by his fellow officers to say how much they admired hin for his work ethic, for being a good family man, and for his enjoyment of life.

The circumstances of Nick's death were heart breaking and I know caused much anquish for all those affected.
May his family be comforted by the support of fellow survivors who share this painful journey with them, and by their law enforcement family.

May Nick's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire. May God hold Nick, his wife and children, and his other family members in the warmest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the many years if distinquished service Nick gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 12, 2007.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg, Ca PD eow 4/24/05

February 4, 2007

Rest in peace brother.

Sgt.Det. Stan Finley
LCSO(Arkansas)

February 2, 2007

I WAS REVIEWING TO TROOPERS ON THIS SITE, WHEN I NOTICED THIS TRAGIC DEATH ALREADY IN 2007. MAY GOD REST YOUR SOLE IN PEACE BROTHER. FHP IS THE BEST. I WILL PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY TODAY.

BILL
RETIRED FROM PUBLIC SAFETY

February 1, 2007

as firefighters,we work close with members of the florida highway patrol and highly regard them as the best troopers by far. we are all brothers and the death of one brother hurts us all. may you rest in peace sergent sottile.

BEULAH FIRE & RESCUE PENSACOLA FLORIDA

February 1, 2007

God bless your family Sgt. Sottile and thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. As the wife of a Police Officer, my sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to your wife and children.

MPD Wife
Florida

February 1, 2007

May the peace of Christ be with the family, friends and fellow officers of Sgt Sottile. Ruthless, senseless acts such as this are a sad commentary on our society. Fly free, Sgt Sottile.
Colorado Springs Officer's Proud Mother

Mom of a Co Springs Officer
Colorado Springs PD

February 1, 2007

you are now patroling the ultimate highway. May you rest in peace brother.

senior deputy gavin price (retired )
escambia co fl. s/o

January 31, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother... We'll keep your memory as our strength. Tell God and the angles to save our place next to your side.

Trooper
AZ Highway Patrol

January 30, 2007

Thank you for your service Sir! You are remembered and the Troopers take the watch.

Trooper Caleb Williams
Texas Highway patrol

January 28, 2007

I never got to meet Sgt. Scottile but all the troopers I'v spoke with say he was a wonderful person and a good officer. When tragically an officer is killed it makes us relize how prescious life is. Even thou we would rather have Sgt. Scottile here with us and with his family, at least we know that he is now one of GOD'S angles!
I send my prayers to the Scottile family
MAY HE REST IN PEACE
GONE NOT FORGOTTEN
The Hernandez Family

deputy
escambia county sheriff's office

January 28, 2007

One need only read the reflections left on theses pages to realize the man you were. You made a difference in this wicked world and I salute you for it. Please watch over those left behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and loved ones.

Lake Sam 4

January 28, 2007

Another day another shift the tour ends and the patrol car returns without its precious cargo. Another law enforcement officer lays his life on the line so the public can sleep safe and sound tonight.

Your shift is over you paid the ultimate price and yes the public thanks you for your dedication and service.

Your new patrol begins with all the other brother officers who paid the price. God has a new recruit one who already has its wings.

Rest in peace and may God bless and watch over your family.

Retired
NYPD Narcotics TNT

January 27, 2007

To the Family and Troop Members of Sgt. Sottile:
May God bless you with strength in this difficult time.

"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Duty Officer Sarah Westmoreland
FHP-TRCC-Troop H

January 27, 2007

WE TAKE A MOMENT TO MOURN THE DEATH OF SGT.NICHOLAS G.SOTTILE AND TO HONOR HIS MEMORY.OUR THOUGHTS,PRAYERS AND DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY-FRIENDS AND ALL MEMBERS OF HIS DEPT. MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU IN A MIGHTY WAY,AND KEEP YOU SAFE.

RES/CAPT.WAYNE BLANKINCHIP
JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF OFFICE,JAX,FL.

January 26, 2007

Rest in Peace, Sgt Sottile

Trooper
NY State Police

January 25, 2007

May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. There are no words to take away their pain but know that they are in my thoughts and prayers now. Rest in peace, Sir.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Hero John Logan EOW-3-14-04

January 25, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the department.

Fallen but never forgotten.

Officer B. Laurie
Haltom City Police, Tx

January 25, 2007

Godspeed "Trooper" Sotille. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and department during this dark time.

Cpl Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

January 25, 2007

I am deeply saddened that another brave soul had to pay the ultimate sacrifice. A humble thank you is not near enough. I pray for God's blessings upon you and your family and that justice will prevail.

HPD Wife
Houston Police Department

January 24, 2007

Rest in peace bro.you made the ultimate sacrifice.

God be with your family

CE Lima Ptl
CCRPV # 2906

January 24, 2007

Thank you for your services Trooper Sottile. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and loved ones. We know you're in a better place now, we'll take it from here.

Addison Morgan
Citizen

January 23, 2007

Sgt. Sottile,
Sir, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Florida. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

January 23, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Sergeant Nicholas G. Sottile,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Sergeant Sottile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. 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. Sergeant Sottile is a hero.

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

January 23, 2007

The Lord always picks the best flowers for his personal garden, I know theat Sergeant Nick Sottile will always stand-out as one fine rose.

May God give love, strength, and serenity to his wife, children, family, and all the men & women who serve in the Florida Highway Patrol, especially those who work in his district.

Inv. Bob Alonso (Former FHP Trooper)
Collier County Sheriff's Office CIB

January 23, 2007

Thank you for your service. May God be with your family in their time of sadness. RIP

TPR C. Condo-Varner
Florida Highway Patrol

January 23, 2007