Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you,your family, your agency and the community may God be with all of you.

Chief Loran Lueders
St. Augustine Police Dept.

February 5, 2007

God Bless you Deputy Altman. You did die a true HERO. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May God Bless you all and find peace in him.

Mishawaka In

February 5, 2007

To the family of Deputy Altman my prayers go out to you, you will miss Mike everyday but we will never forget him. There is not much anyone can say that will help you through this nightmare, the one thing that kept going through my mind was how much Clint loved being an Officer, and I know that Mike loved it also. There are a lot of people that are praying for you and know what you are going through (COPS-Concerns of Police Survivors) and will be there for you.
To Sheriff McDaniel our prayers and thoughts go out to you. The things you see everyday will never be has hard as what you have had to endure over the past week and days to come. We will remember your sacrifice.
To the Jackson County Sheriff employee's and Deputies you are in our prayers, you are all hero's, you have an Angel watching over you now.
Deputy Altman thank you for your sacrifice, you are a hero, look Clint up for me tell him his mother still misses him.

Connie Barker Fort Walton Beach, Fl
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04 Prattville, Al

February 5, 2007

All too often as law enforcement officers we are confronted with dangerous situations; it is an accepted part of our lives and duties since we each took our respective oaths of office voluntarily. It is truly disheartening in this instance to know that Deputy Altman was thrust into a scenario with odds stacked so very overwhelmingly against him. Solace can only be found in the belief that Deputy Altman fought the good fight to the very end, and that justice has been served in avenging his loss.

My sincerest condolences go to the family of Deputy Altman, the brothers and sisters of the Jackson County Sheriff's Office, and especially to the Sheriff himself. On top of losing a fine deputy in the line of duty, the added sorrow of the loss of your soulmate is an even more bitter pill to swallow. Rest easy, brother Altman - we have the watch from here, and your eternal reward awaits you.

DFC Tim Nazzaro & narcotics K-9 Coco
Orange County (FL) Sheriff's Office

February 5, 2007

May God be with your family, friends, and co-workers. You are a true hero.

Trooper S Whitman
Michigan State Police

February 4, 2007

Saturday (February 3, 2007) I participated in something that I have never done before. The funeral procession of a Law Enforcement Officer. The funeral procession of Deputy "Mike" Altman. I did not know this man...but that didn't matter and as Myself and the others from our department pulled up to join the line and I was speechless. There were hundreds of patrol cars, someone even estimated close to 800. A majority of those there were just like me, had never met Deputy Altman...but like me, knew it didn't matter. When I got home I watched the news coverage and every LEO interviewed said the same thing "It doesn't matter who you are or what agency you're from, we all do the same job and when you put on that badge you are part of the family". So to my fallen brother, a hero who died before his time THANK YOU. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and for your time served. And to those reading this, remember that life is short and to tell/show those around you that you love them.

RIP - You will NEVER be forgotten!

Deputy Meredith Ward
Gulf County (FL) Sheriff's Office

February 4, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and co-workers of Deputy Altman. I am a close friend of a Jackson County Sheriff's Office Employee and am thinking of everyone during this difficult time. Hang in there.

Aaron Ellringer
Rochester Minnesota

Aaron Ellringer
Departemnt of Justice

February 4, 2007

To God Be The Glory, for the things he has done.

Mike, you are truly a hero in all Law Enforcement eyes. I pray that your love ones and co-workers seek higher hights in God and pray before and after duty. God Bless The Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Marianna Police Department, & Sheriff Johnny Mac in the loss of his wife during this tragedy.

Cpl. S.P. Raggins (former Marrianna 110)
Lake City Police Department Lake City, Florida

February 4, 2007

To the Family and coworkers of Deputy Altman, I am truly sorry for your loss and hope that God will give you all the strength needed to make it through the coming days. Deputy Altman is a true Hero. ''To those who defend it
Freedom has a ring the protected cannot hear'' REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Detective Thomas Tully
Southampton Town Police, Long Island, N.Y.

February 4, 2007

To the family and loved ones of Deputy Sheriff Harold Michael Altman and his fellow officers with the Jackson County Sheriff's Department:

On behalf of our family, I want to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Deputy Altman 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 Mike was an amazing man who touched many lives in a positive way. Heaven has another hero, but how I wish this awful tragedy and horrific crime had not happened.

The circumstances of Mike's death were heart breaking and I know caused much anquish for all those affected. My heart also goes out to the Sheriff who lost not only a dedicated officer, but his beloved wife as well. the Sheriff's Department in Jackson County must be shaken to its core, but I know that their badges never shined brighter than when each officer pinned their badge on the next day to continue safeguarding their community.

I am also thankful that neither family has to face the ordeal of a trial.

May Mike's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire. May God hold Mike and his 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 distinquished service Mike gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 30, 2007.

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

February 4, 2007

The Last Inspection
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek,
To My church have you been true?

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry badges,
Can't always be a Saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was rough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep.
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't…I'll understand."

There was silence all around the throne,
Where the Saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
-Author Unknown

PATROLMAN
OAK HILL POLICE DEPARTMENT (OH)

February 4, 2007

Rest In Peace. You are a true hero. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends, and co-workers.

Deputy Travis Perry
Bay County Sherrifs Office

February 4, 2007

What a brave act of courage Deputy Altman displayed to save the life of another. RIP Brother. You will not be forgoten. Family and friends , you are all in my prayers.

Jeff
Huntsville, Alabama

February 4, 2007

Mike, Thank you for all you have done for the citizen of Jackson County. You are a true HERO!!! To Mike's Family and Friends: You are in our prayers; Mike is in a better place, patrolling the streets in HEAVEN and watching over us all. Sheriff, you are also in our prayers, thank you for serving and standing up for your Department. You are a true blessing!!

Scott Baggett
Geneva, Alabama Police Department Tactical Narcotics Team

February 4, 2007

God bless you and your family. You died a hero.

Trooper
New York State Police

February 4, 2007

Harlod-When the battle is over and the dust settles, and time gives way to eternity you'll here these wonderful words: "Well done, my good and faithful servant; welcome to your Masters house". I have faith that all our prayers will ease the pain of your family as well as Sheriff McDaniel's. Rest easy brother; your killers are suffering in eternal damnation.

DEPUTY SHERIFF
MARTIN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE (FL)

February 4, 2007

A friend is never forgotten,
A family member is always loved,
A hero is in our hearts forever...

May God Bless You Mike for your bravery and courage. My heart goes out to you & your family.

Officer Jasion Carver
Bonifay Police Dept. Bonifay, Florida

February 4, 2007

Rest in peace Brother Harold. Your watch here is done. May the Lord take your family, friends and co-workers into his arms and comfort them now in thier time of need and grief. You will always be remembered. Until we meet on the golden streets of Heaven. God Speed.

Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia

February 4, 2007

I stood outside today in the cold for hours waiting with my Mom and a friend so that we could pay our respects to Deputy Altman and his family as they rode by. When I drove through Freeport this afternoon I saw one of the greatest displays of love and support I've ever seen. There had to be hundreds of officers one after the other, citizens of Freeport started to line the streets - some held signs, some brought flowers, some just bowed their heads in silence. I just hope with all my heart that Mike was able to see the gathering that came to remember him today.

Jennifer
Former Marianna resident, current Freeport resident.

February 4, 2007

You will be Remembered. My Step-dad was off the night of the shooting at the Sheriffs' house, however was getting ready to go on duty for security at a basketball game. Before he could get in his patrol car the recall of all Deputies came across the radio. When I was first notified of the situation I did not know if my Step-dad had been involved in the shoot-out. If he had been on the clock for normal duty that night it could have been him. B-zone, which the Sheriffs' house is located in, is the same zone that he works. It has opened my eyes to how short life really can be. Thank You to all agencies that made and appearance at the services. Rest in Peace Mike.

Firefighter Dusty Carnley
Ocean City- Wright Fire District

February 3, 2007

You are a true hero! Rest in peace brother.

Sergeant
Minneapolis Mn Police Department

February 3, 2007

A true hero. God bless your family.

Gordon Ramsay
Duluth, MN PD

February 3, 2007

Deputy Altman,
You did your job well and for that others live on, and for those of us that are still here, we are here for you to rest in peace and know that if your family needs anything they have many of us to call upon.

Lt. Larry Bryant
Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office

February 3, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF DEPUTY ALTMAN. MAY THEY KNOW THE PEACE AND COMFORT OF GOD'S LOVE AND MERCY. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF THEM. TO DEPUTY ALTMAN, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

February 3, 2007

Rest in Peace Deputy Altman,Your tour of duty is complete.

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

February 3, 2007