Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today begins the day of Memorials for an officer my department lost days ago. I am saddened yet again to see yet another brave, dedicated officer be taken from us too soon. I pray for your family, friends, and all members of the police department during this time.

Civilian Dispatcher Tania Schneider
TPD - Toledo Ohio

February 24, 2007

I worked on the streets of Winston-Salem as a paramedic for quite a few years and you were one of officers that kept us safe and responded to our calls for help. I just want to say Thank you for your years of service and dedication to the citizens of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. There's no doubt that with you on the job the city was a safer place. And to the family, friends and coworkers of Sgt. Plouff may god help you through this tragic time and ease your mourning. I'm am truly sorry for your loss.

Mark Wilson, Federal Officer/Paramedic
Federal Bureau of Prisons-Butner, NC

February 24, 2007

On behalf of the men and women of the Raleigh Police Department, our deepest sympathys to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Howard J. Plouff. Rest easy brother.

FCO J S McCann
Raleigh Police Dept (District 24)

February 24, 2007

While we did not know you, we are truly grateful for your dedication, mourning your death; never forgetting your sacrifice! Not to worry, dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will carry on your watch for you ~ may you rest in eternal peace.

Daniel & LaWanda Ross
Citizens/Iowa

February 24, 2007

On behalf of the men and women of the Raleigh Police Department, our deepest sympathys to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Howard J. Plouff. Rest easy brother.

FCO J S McCann
Raleigh Police Dept (District 24)

February 24, 2007

To those who loved Sergeant Plouff: My 24 year-old son Anthony was lost in the line of duty on the 19th, and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers. My hope is that Tony is now with your Howard and they are watching over us all. My condolences to you all.
Sincerely,
Nancy Bonner

Nancy Bonner
Mother of a Lost Officer

February 24, 2007

I worked with Howard for 17 years. He possessed great integrity and was truly doing this job for the right reasons. He would express his opinions in the right way and would always listen to yours. He will always be a member of the brotherhood and I shall miss him dearly.

Sgt. Jeffery N. Stutts
Winston-Salem Police Department

February 24, 2007

I will be praying for Mr. Plouff’s family, CO-workers & friends in this very tragic, sad, & difficult time. I hope that the healing process for everyone involved is painless. Memory is all that's left for this fine sergeant which we will cherish forever. Mr. Plouff is a hero and we will honor him as we honor all in this tough field of work. Your true brothers in uniform will take over the watch. God bless you! Battery Attention! We salute you Mr. Plouff may you patrol the heavenly skies. RIP Sir.

Lt. Joseph A. Panko
Security Supervisor

February 24, 2007

Sgt, your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sgt Plouff.

Ofc Ryan Leach
Grand Blanc Township PD

February 24, 2007

My deepest condolences to your department, family, and friends. Godspeed, my friend.

Stephanie Ray, Paramedic
Greenville County EMS, Greenville, SC

February 24, 2007

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Sergeant Howard Plouff~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God Bless You & Rest In Peace, Sgt. Plouff!

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen Michigan P.O.

February 24, 2007

I am deeply saddened to hear that we have lost yet another Brother.
Sgt. Plouff, I will keep you and your family, and co-works in my thoughts and prayers. I know that God holds a special place in heaven for those that place themselves between the good and evil in this world. I hope that your family can take some comfort in knowing that you were doing what you loved and believed in. You are a true "HERO"... you were coming to the aid of fellow officers, And as an officer I know that feeling when you need help and you know that your Brothers and Sisters are coming. Look down on your family, co-workers and friends and wrap your wings of "Blue" around them and help them through this terrible and dark time.
God, I pray that you hold this fine man, his family and co-workers dear to your heart and help them during this painful time.
Sgt. Plouff Thank you for your years of service. I know that you were out there for us, protecting our families.
I did not know him in life, but he was my Brother..My Brother In "Blue".

+ Rest Now Brother, For Your Watch Has Ended +

I never dreamed it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face

"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with their tears
We only had those few short years

The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this thought in mind

I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last
(Author unknown)

+God bless all the men and women in blue.+

Deputy Sheriff Alan Lazarus #3820
Cook County Sheriff's Department, Cook County IL.

February 24, 2007

Godspeed Sergeant Plouff. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.

Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department

February 24, 2007

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*
What a tragedy,we have lost another police officer to someone who does not have any value to another persons life.
To all who knew Sgt. Plouff, we send our prayers and thoughts to you, in hopes that in the next few days they will comfort you in some small way.
You gave your all, Sgt. Plouff and you are a HERO to all.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio

February 24, 2007

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Sergeant Pluoffs' family.I also extend my heartfelt appreciation to Sergeant Plouff for his dedication and sacrifice. Thanks for a job well done

Chief ,Phillip Kuykendall
Rosman Fire Rescue

February 24, 2007

Thank you for your service. You are a hero you will not be forgotten by the thin blue line. You have served your community and county well. Rest in peace we now have your beat. Are prayers go out to you, your family, and your dept.

OFC. CHARLES ROBSON
ORMOND BEACH POLICE DEPT.

February 24, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and loved ones. May your assailant be brought to swift justice and may you always rest in peace my friend. You will never be forgotten.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

February 24, 2007

I didn't know you, but I've trained with some of the officers of WSPD. You will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family today. Rest easy Sarge, we'll take it from here.

Officer M.M. Ingram
Greensboro PD

February 24, 2007

My family and myself have your family in our prayers.

Elizabeth Witmer
NuCare

February 24, 2007