Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE!!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

March 30, 2007

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

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

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

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

March 30, 2007

I didn't know Officer Byrne, but I watched his funeral on television today like so many other residents of Colorado. Through all of the reflections and kind words of his fellow officers it felt like I did know Doug. I am so sorry for everyone's loss. I cried and cried today as I watched the memorial service. He seemed like a kind, compassionate, and well respected individual. I know he will be sorely missed. I have been contemplating a career in law enforcement for quite some time now, and to hear how well liked he was and to hear about what an outstanding officer and human being he was makes me want to move forward with my decision to join law enforcement in some way. I wanted to say thank you to Doug for that. His story has inspired me to pursue my dream again. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family during this difficult time.

Allison Morrissey
Parker Resident

March 30, 2007

May you rest in peace and God bless all your love ones.

-P. Nguyen
Sheridan PD, CO

Patrol
Sheridan, CO

March 30, 2007

Doug, I only met you once on the Marine Corps birthday. You were with several fellow officers of the Glendale Police Department. I did not know them too well or you at all. I have grown to respect the officers you were with on that day. They have shown me what type of person/friend/OFFICER you were. I see how your loss has effected them not only as officers but as men. I know that you had to be one hell of man and one damn good jokester. You left some big shoes to fill by all who don the badge. I hope to live up to the standard you have set. I hope I can speak for many when I say REST IN PEACE OFFICER DOUG BYRNE we now have your watch.

Patrolman M.L. McElroy
Glendale PD

March 30, 2007

DOUG,I JUST TO SAY THANK YOU FOR ALL THE HELP YOU HAVE DONE FOR US HERE AT "KING SOOPERS" YOUR LAUGH AND SMILE WILL BE TRULEY MISSED, AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND MAY YOU "REST IN PEASE".

LATER BROTHER,
DANIEL GARCIA
SECURITY "KING SOOPERS"

INVESTIGATOR GARCIA
KING SOOPERS SECURITY

March 30, 2007

Semper Fi' BRO. We'll take it from here.

"It is foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather, we should thank God that such men ever lived."

Gen. George S. Patton

bp 2422
CSPD

March 30, 2007

Doug,

You will be missed by many. I will always remember you as an upbeat positive officer and friend. Remembering some of the things that happened early in your law enforcement career has put a smile on my face.

Your service to the communities you have protected are appreciated and will be missed.

Rest in peace my brother. I will see you on the other side.

Robert Hedges
Former Glendale PD

March 30, 2007

Doug, You are missed so very much.
There are not enough words to express what a wonderful person, officer and friend you are. My thoughts and prayers to you, your family, and your friends.

Anne Doerr, VA
APD

March 29, 2007

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Sr. Capt. Yates
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)

March 29, 2007

My thoughts and prayers will be with Officer Byrne's family and friends. I was just telling my children tonight how we need to cherish every moment we have with their dad. You never know when he leaves if he will return at night. May God bless you all,
Charlotte

Charlotte
Police Officer's wife

March 29, 2007

Doug, It's hard to belive that you are truly gone. Thinking about not seeing you when I come to into work is hard. You will truly be missed at work and at play.

Tom Beach
Aurora PD

March 29, 2007

Thank you for your service to the Marine Corps, the people of Aurora and your Department. We are all in mourning for a man among men. Some men just stand a little taller and everyone is better for having known them. We are blessed.
Semper Fi, Marine! The gates of Heaven are guarded by a United States Marine and Aurora Police Officer.
Colorado Springs Officer's Mother

Retired Marine's Wife, Officer's Mom
CSPD

March 29, 2007

Doug,

I will miss you and never forget you! You made me laugh many times and will continue to do so as I look back. Those of us that knew you are better for it. Rest in peace and watch out for us down here.

Officer Chris Cruser
Aurora PD

March 29, 2007

To the family of Officer Byrne and the Aurora Police Department. I extend to you my heart felt prayers. My family knows all to well the pain that you are going though. May God hold you close during this trying time.

As a wife of a police officer it is my nightly prayer that all our LEO's stay safe.
Peggy Dreher

Peggy Maher-Dreher
Sister of Patrick Maher EOW 8-2-03

March 29, 2007

Doug,

It was an honor to have had the opportunity to work with you your first couple of years in Aurora. You were a great officer and an even better person. You will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with Doug's family and extended family at APD and Glendale Pd. May you find some comfort in knowing that Doug made the ultimate sacrifice doing a job that he really believed in. Rest in peace, brother.

Patrolman D. Burley
E. Providence PD

March 29, 2007

What an amazing human being! You made everyone
who knew you feel like you were their friend. You were
a man of amazing character, integrity, compassion and
humor. This loss goes deep and my heart goes out
to everyone who calls you friend. You remind me so
much of my best friend. The world has lost such a
special individual that the lives you touched will never be the same.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 29, 2007

Doug,
It was an honor to know you and my prayers are for you.
Later,
Marc

officer marc paolino
aurora police department

March 29, 2007

Thank you for your service and commitment to this noble profession. May God look after your family during these troubled times. Your service to the citizens of Aurora and the State of Colorado will not be forgotten. Rest easy.

Former Explorer
Gregory Wilhelmi

Det. Greg Wilhelmi
Colorado Springs Police Dept

March 28, 2007

Doug, I had lunch with you a few months ago for the first time. I wish we had taken a few more together. I feel cheated that I did not get to spend more time with you, you were always nice to be around. You will be missed by all of us.

Patrol- Bertelson
Aurora Police

March 28, 2007

After reading the reflections left from your fellow officers at the P.D. it's easy to see you meant alot to them. Not only on patrol but in your personal life as well. It's the sign of a good man, a good cop. Thanks. God bless.

Darrell Cook Retired Police Tn.

March 28, 2007

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Doug Byrne~ 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, P.O. Byrne!

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

March 28, 2007

Semper Fi Marine! Thank you for your service.

"Many people spend a lifetime wondering if they made a difference, Marines dont have that problem"-Pres. Ronald Reagan.

P/O B. Steel
Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

March 28, 2007

Doug you were the best of the best. Our camping trips and golf outings will never be the same. You will never be forgotten. My thought and prayers are with his family and to all of us who knew him. Rest in peace my friend

Officer Richard Grooms
Aurora Police Dept.

March 28, 2007

God Bless your family and friends, we will be praying for them. Thank you for your dedication and service to A.P.D. You will not be forgotten my brother in blue.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
Charlotte Mecklenburg PD, Charlotte,NC

March 28, 2007