Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper Holmes, his family, and the Texas Highway Patrol are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Trooper
Kentucky State Police

March 16, 2007

Todd: Your service will be remembered and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers this week.

To your classmates: I recall losing a troopmate and my thoughts will be with you as well. DPS members will, after visiting Austin and joining class A-2006 in their graduation, will always hold a place in my heart and that of my family.

Andrew Cowan
RCMP

Andrew Cowan, Corporal
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

March 16, 2007

To the family and friends of Trooper Todd Holmes: Just under a year ago (May 2, 2006), we lost one of my best friends and "little brother", Trooper Ed Chavez. The loss was devistating to all who knew and loved him. I can honestly say I know what you are going through.

The question "Why?" seems to be the one most often asked right after Ed died...as I'm sure it it happening now for you. It took me a while to realize it, but I had to return to my Faith and remember that only God knows why he takes his children in the manner that he chooses. I don't think any of us will truly understand the reasons and it is a futile effort to even try.

While I can do nothing to help ease the hurt you are feeling now, the one thing that I can do to console you is to tell you that time really does help to heal the wounds. While the hurt and emptiness are still there, even almost a year later, I don't feel it like I used to. My friends and I fondly tell "Ed" stories and laugh heartily as we think back about our friend. While the loss is still felt, it's not as heavy as it once was. I can only hope time will help you as is has us. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Todd...keep up the good work my friend. We'll be there as quick as we can.

Howard

Officer H.L. Hawbaker #6055
Palmview Police Department (TX)

March 15, 2007

Thank you for your service, you will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace now my brother, we will cover your beat.

Officer Loetscher
California Highway Patrol

March 15, 2007

You made the ultimate sacrifice doing what you loved. I will pray daily for your family. Your children will know what a man you were. Rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

Trooper
Texas Highway Patrol

March 15, 2007

Rest in Peace, Borther.

OFC B. GRAJEK

March 15, 2007

Godspeed Trooper Holmes. 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

March 15, 2007

To Trooper Holmes you may rest in peace. Your job is complete your fellow troopers will handle the beat here on out. For Trooper Holmes wife and kids, I know words can not help out at this time of need, however the brotherhood is there for you when and where ever is needed.

God Bless

Dep. Justin Biggs
St. Clair County Sheriff Dept. IL.

March 15, 2007

My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Trooper Holmes. Rest in peace, Sir, job well done.

A citizen

March 15, 2007

Thank you, Trooper Holmes, for your service to the people of Texas and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian

Janice Brown
civilian

March 15, 2007

Trooper Holmes,
My prayers go out to you and your family. Rest in peace brother.

Genesee County, MI
Sheriff Department

March 15, 2007

To the Wife and Children of Trooper Holmes,
I was watching the news this morning with my son when I heard the story of what happened to your brave Husband and Father. I cannot express how sorry I am that your family must endure such pain. I remember it well. My dad was in the hospital for 2 weeks, but could not overcome his injuries. I pray for God to ease your pain with each passing day. Please know that you are not alone and that it is okay to reach out for help when you need it. You are in my prayers.

Kelli Alexander Holmes
Daugher of Trooper Milton Alexander EOW April 14, 1983

March 15, 2007

MAY THE LORD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME!! I KNOW YOU ARE ON THE STREETS OF GOLD WITH THOSE GONE BEFORE!!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

March 15, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Holmes and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Trooper Holmes has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Trooper Holmes, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Trooper Holmes is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

SA Thomas Doyle
FBI New York City

March 15, 2007

Trooper Holmes, our family offers its thanks to you for serving your community, and we are deeply saddened at your loss.

To Trooper Holmes' friends, co-workers and wife and 3 children: we grieve with you. Know that he will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Trooper Holmes.

Family of Patrolman Clifton Miller
Rossford, Ohio P.D., EOW 05/14/1966

March 15, 2007

May god bless you and your family through these tragic times....

R.I.P. Troop,

Officer Marc Sweeney #136
Denton Texas Police Department

Officer Marc Sweeney #136
Denton Texas Police Department

March 15, 2007

Thank you sir for your sacrifice. May God watch over your family during this difficult time.

Pennsylvania Citizen

March 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Thank you for serving my family who reside in Texas while I'm away. You are truly a hero and have paid the ultimate price. Sir, we'll take the watch from here. Rest in Peace.

Master At Arms
US Navy

March 15, 2007

God bless the family of Trooper Todd Holmes and to all the brave members of the Texas Highway Patrol for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

March 15, 2007

THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW TROOPER HOLMES PERSONALLY, I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THOSE WHO DID. REST IN PEACE.

CPL DET OFC B BURNS
BRYAN COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT, GA

March 15, 2007

Trooper Holmes, Thank you for your years of service; your sacrifice will not be forgotten. My prayers will be with you and your family. You are indeed a hero.

Rest easy now my brother, we'll handle the tour from here.

You are now clear to go 10-7

Sgt.Kenneth Bowman
Washington Township PD (Toledo,Ohio)

March 15, 2007

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Trooper Holmes, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

March 15, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother. You will never be forgotten.

Deputy Sheriff David Roycraft
El Paso County Sheriff's Office Colorado Springs

March 15, 2007

May God be with your family, friends, and co-workers. You will never be forgotten for all you have done.

Trooper S Whitman
Michigan State Police

March 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to trooper holmes and his friends and family. We got it from here Trooper Holmes, keep heaven safe for us.

Addison Morgan
GCCC Criminal Justice

Addison Morgan
Citizen

March 15, 2007