Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I will be strong and courageous, I will not be terrified, or discouraged; for the lord my God is with me wherever I go. “Joshua 1:9”

Deputy

April 26, 2007

ANOTHER BROTHER TAKEN AWAY TO SOON, WORDS CAN NOT DESCRIBE THE FEELING OF THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE NYSP. WE WILL COMFORT ONE ANOTHER AND GET THROUGH THIS. TO DAVID'S FAMILY THANK YOU FOR SHARING HIM WITH US. RIP DAVID

TROOPER
NYSP TROOP G ZONE 3

April 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Trooper David Brinkerhoff. May Trooper Brinkerhoff R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff Nicole D. Cutrona
Erie County Sheriff's Office

April 26, 2007

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Trooper David Brinkerhoff at this most tragic time. Trooper Brinkerhoff you made the ultimate sacrifice and you are a hero. Brother Brinkerhoff may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten. God will take care of you now.

Deputy John Williamson
Fairfield County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

April 26, 2007

I am greatly saddened to learn of the loss of another hero. It seems so unfair in a week where the nation celebrates those who dedicate themselves and there families to the service of and protection of others. I know the grief is great but rest easy for it is written that those who protect the peace will be welcomed freely into the kingdom of heaven for they are the children of god. My heart and prayers go out to you your family and our brothers and sisters in blue. Thank you for your service and dedication. and remeber the thin blue line will never break.

Ptlm. S. D. Barnes
Franklin PD Franklin, Pa

April 26, 2007

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

April 26, 2007

May you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

M. Field
Five Quad Alumni / SUNY Albany

April 26, 2007

Rest Easy Tpr. Brinkerhoff, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Shield #377
MCSO-NY

April 26, 2007

Your family and friends are in our prayers. Thank you for making your life one of service.

Lisa Tyndall
Wife of Police Officer Greenville NC

April 26, 2007

WE ARE ALWAYS IN DEEP PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY AND THE ENTIRE NEW YORK STATE POLICE AGENCY. MAY GOD KEEP US ALL SAFE.

Trooper C.D. JACKSON
SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY PATROL

April 26, 2007

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Trooper David Brinkerhoff and to the entire New York State Police Department. Thank you Trooper Brinkerhoff for your years of dedication and service to your State and community. God Bless.

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

April 26, 2007

what courage. wow. at least the suspect got what he deserved. you will be missed...thank you for everything.

anonymous

April 26, 2007

Trooper Brinkerhoff,
Your service to the state of New York will forever be remembered. My thoughts are with your loved ones, friends and the NY State Police at this difficult time.

Pennsylvania citizen

April 26, 2007

Rest In Peace Brother,

Patrolman
Paterson Police Department, NJ

April 26, 2007

Your family, friends and MRT our in our prayers. You will never be forgotten. Not only did you protect the citizens, you protected your fellow officers. Thank you for doing your service as you promised, your fellow class-mate. Shield 4586.

Investigator - 180th
NYSP

April 26, 2007

You are a true hero brother! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you reign high above in the heavens.

Dep. Robby Stevenson
Manatee County Sheriff's Office

April 26, 2007

May you rest in peace.Thank you for a job well done.You gave your all, and nothing more can be asked of any man.Heaven is a much better place today, for it has another Trooper on duty.

Master Trooper Jack A. Wise, Jr.
Virginia State Police ( Retired )

April 26, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Lisa

April 26, 2007

May God hold all of your loved ones in His hands. Your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest in peace Trooper.

Trooper Wife
West Virginia State Police

April 26, 2007

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Brinkerhoff, we have the watch...



”I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
---Isaiah 6:8

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

April 26, 2007

Rest in peace.

Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

April 26, 2007

My thoughts are with you and your family. You will be missed very much. The emergency services field lost a great medic, a great trooper, a great dad, and a great brother. Dave, may you rest in peace.

PSD Gregory Schmid
Orange County NY 911 / 5 Quad Alumni

April 26, 2007

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

April 26, 2007

R.I.P. Thanks for making the world a better place.

Officer
Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

April 26, 2007

Cop's life no bed of roses.Godspeed your family.

CE Lima
CCRPV # 2906

April 26, 2007