Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

Fallen but never forgotten.

Officer B. Laurie
Haltom City Police, Tx

February 17, 2007

I met Sean when I worked as a jailer. He always made me smile when I saw him. Always something good to say. Personality was very outstanding. I will always remeber him as a fellow Officer that made a difference. To the Wissink family stay strong.

Officer Sharon Hudson
College Park Police Dept.

February 17, 2007

Officer Wissink, my heart goes out to those who know and love you. My deepest sympathy to the entire Des Moines Police Dept. as well.

God Bless and may you Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

February 17, 2007

Thank you for all you have done. May God be with your family at this time of hardship.

Officer's Girlfriend

February 17, 2007

I wish I would have heard that laugh everyone is talking about. I pray for your wife and children to find comfort in the good memories you left behind. Thank you for not only protecting the public, but for everything you have done for your fellow officers. God bless you.

Citizen
Boone, IA

February 16, 2007

MATTHEW 6:9-13 THE LORDS PRAYER TO ALL..AMEN

February 16, 2007

To my dear friend and bother of law enforcement, Sean.
I remember the day you started at the sheriff office with " Hi I'm Sean Wissink the new guy" and I also remember when you left after four years. " Hey donk I'm being hired by the Des moines police dept." In our passing the next 6 yrs either at the jail or courthouse you always had a smile, a laugh or two and a quick hey how are ya doing. On that morning of Feb. 11th 2007 you had a ticket to be on a plane to New Mexico. During that early morning Jesus reach out his hands, hugged you and delievered you to heavens gates were St. Peter away your arrivial. At the gates Jesus disciples and angels breathed over a speaker over head reading St. Matthews Ch 5:4-9 "Blessed are they that mourn: for they will be comforted, Blessed be the meek: for they shall inherit the earth, Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled, Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy, Blessed are the the pure of heart: for they shall see god, Blessed are the peace makers: for they shall be called the childen of god." May the perpetual light shine upon you, til we met again....donk

Sr. Deputy Dennis Lappe (AKA THE DONK)
PCSO

February 16, 2007

Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Eric Spring
Johnston Police Department

February 15, 2007

This officer personified everything that makes a great police officer. There is a special place in heaven for
people like him.

David Murillo
President, Des Moines
Police Protective and Benevolent Association

David Murillo-Sergeant
Des Moines Police Department

February 15, 2007

Sean,

I was at your funeral today, you looked great. You would have been proud. Sean, You had my back a few times, and I hope visa versa. That meant alot to me. Rest assured that your beautiful kids and wife will be cared for. Sean, I'll work a two man with you any day. Watch over us. Peace Brother.

Beau
ISFP

February 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to those who knew and now miss Officer Wissink.

May God lay His healing hands upon the family.

Retired Captain Joe L. Gilliland
Danville, KY PD

February 15, 2007

I'm trying to make sense of this brother, but I cant seem to grasp it. You have become a mentor to me these last few years and I knew that if you said it than it was true. I have so much respect for your honesty,hardwork,love of family, and intelligence that only a few weeks ago I told my wife that if I could model my skills as an officer after anyone, it would be you. You never thought you were better than anyone and had a presence that could make anyone listen. You told me about Hunter's first bird hunting season this past fall and how after walking a quarter mile he realized he forgot the shotgun shells. You told him "its okay, we all forget things sometimes" just to make him feel better and walked back. It's that part about you, Sean, that I will miss the most. As all of your friends and family weep and wonder where to turn, I know you would say,"dont worry about it. you'll be alright"
You extended your hand every time we met and I'll never forget that. As I pray to the Lord to comfort your family, I also thank him for allowing our paths to cross. You are truly my brother. Love Ya Bro!

A. Entrekin
DMPD

February 15, 2007

Your service to the people of Iowa will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, and know one day you will be with the ones who love you. Take care of heavens roads, and be there for others who have given their life, as you did serving others.

Trooper
Iowa State Patrol

February 14, 2007

The men and women of the Springfield Park District Police Department wish to send our deepest condolences to the family and co- workers of Officer Wissink. May he rest in peace. We hope that you find comfort from the lord in your time of need and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sgt. Jonathan Davis
Springfield IL Park District Police Department

February 14, 2007

Sean,

You and your team assisted us countless times,
With executing search warrants for heinous crimes,
You were the first through the door, while the rest of us came in after,
You made sure the scene was safe, preventing disaster,
You were a fearless leader time-and-time again,
Courageous, brave, . . . . . . . and a true friend,

You brightened up a room each time you walked in,
With your boisterous laugh and ear-to-ear grin,

We know you are now in a better place,
But it does not change the heartache and sadness we all face,
We will move on, but never forget,
The brother we have lost, but were fortunate to have met!
Rest In Peace, Sean

Sergeant Cindy Donahue
DMPD/Vice/Narcotics Section

February 14, 2007

To PO Sean Wissink

Thank you for your dedicated service. You will be missed by your family, friends, and all members of the police department family. No words I can say will easy your family's pain as I have found. We are praying for you and your family. You are a true hero.

Brother of PO Jeremy Chambers 101
E.O.W. 04-24-2006

PO Chris Chambers
St Louis County Police Mo

February 14, 2007

RIP Officer Wissink, thank you for your service and dedication to the city of Des Moines. You will not be forgotten.

Trooper
Iowa State Patrol

February 14, 2007

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Officer Wissink -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

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

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

February 14, 2007

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

February 14, 2007

The Mississippi Highway Patrol sends its condolences to the friends and family of Sean, as well as, the Des Moines Police Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Blessed are the peacemakers.

Trooper
Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop J

Trooper
Mississippi Highway Patrol

February 14, 2007

We are never prepared for the loss of a loved one, but God is always prepared to help us through that loss. May His presence begin the healing in your heart and soul, and may His love surround you with the comfort only He can give.

Thank you for your unselfish service to others. You will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace.

Wyoming Citizen

February 14, 2007

Sean,

I remember the first time I met you. I had been working as a deputy in the jail for Polk county for about three months, and had just been transferred to the satellite facility (trailers), where you worked the midnight shift. As I was getting ready to leave for the day and was sitting in an isolated office, I heard this loud bellowing laugh, coming from somewhere in the building. It was full of energy and more importantly, zest for life. I remember meeting you for the first time that evening and thinking that you were someone that made people feel good deep down in their soul when they came into contact with you.

Over the years I have heard that laugh hundreds of times it seems. I had been working for the Des Moines Police Department for a couple of years when you made the transition from Polk County, and we were both assigned together in what was known as the "block" squad.

"Good cop" is what comes to mind working that area with you. Again, I observed your zest for life, and your tenacity and drive.

I served with you for a year on the entry team. You were one of the most tactically sound officers I had met. I watched you grow as an officer, and observed the relationships you made with so many in the line of duty.

And now you are gone. I hurt. Many people I know and love on the department hurt. And I begin to think life is not fair as I wipe the tears from my eyes knowing that you are gone.

You often read when someone passes away how good of a person they were. I always wondered if those persons were truly good, or if others made them out to be that way.

Sean, I do know you had a heart that was good and golden. Everytime I interacted with you over the years you always made me, and everyone else around you, feel energized and positive. There are very few people in my life that have had this ability. You were one of them.

I pray for your family Sean. I see your closest friends from your unit there with them, taking care of them, comforting them. That won't stop.

God took you in Sunday morning for a reason, to be with him. I will never know why until God calls me home also. We will meet again...

Rob Clark
Friend and Officer

February 14, 2007

You are a true HERO and you will be missed. Thank you for keeping us all safe, I know your watch continues from up above.

Godspeed, Sean.

Anna Wesselink
Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation

February 14, 2007

Sean

Thanks for being you, you were a great friend and brother, and will be missed by all. I hope to hear you laugh again some day on the other side. Rest in peace brother.

Dave Krehbiel, DMPD

SPO Dave Krehbiel
DMPD,Brother

February 14, 2007

Sean, My husband and I are going to miss you greatly. All the things we have done together, your laugh, your ability to be positive in any situation, your love for you family. I'll miss making you the sugar cookies you loved so much when you and my husband worked together. We will always be here to support Melisa and the kids in any way we can. It's not fair to lose someone like you, we feel blessed we could be part of your life. We love you Sean, and we know you will be an angel to many. Rest in Peace.

February 14, 2007