Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sadly another member of New York State's best has been taken from us far too soon. Something that has been occurring with alarming frequency. May you rest in peace and may your widow and young child find the strength to go on.

Police Officer
New York State Park Police-Taconic Region

April 25, 2007

May our Lord and Savior watch over your friends and family during this tragic time. May He also guide your spirit into the eternal life of his loving arms. Rest in peace my friend, you have earned your place in Heaven. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Trooper
Pennsylvaia State Police

April 25, 2007

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Brinkerhoff. God Speed and RIP.

mjw643

April 25, 2007

My deepest sympathy to all of your loved ones during this very trying time. I know the pain all of you will face in the coming months. I ask that all of David's close friends and brothers and sisters in blue stay close to all of his loved ones, including his parents as parents are usually the forgotten ones. He is a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

April 25, 2007

OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY OF TROOPER BRINKERHOFF. REST IN PEACE BROTHER WE'LL TAKE IT FROM HERE.

Mohave County Sheriffs Office

April 25, 2007

Trooper Brinkerhoff,
As we watched the news tonight, we heard the horrible news of your death. The way it sounds right now, hopefully the thug that killed you has been killed also. My heart breaks for your family & friends for I know the pain of losing a loved one in the line of duty. I will keep them in my prayers as they begin this difficult journey. Rest in peace trooper and thanks for your bravery!

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor

April 25, 2007

Rest in Peace, Trooper Brinkerhoff. We thank you for your Service, Sir, and you will NEVER be forgotten.

Sr. Trooper Trey Pellizzari
Texas Dept of Public Safety/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement--Rockwall

April 25, 2007

Rest in peace HERO, you will not be forgotten. The last year has been a tragic one for the NYSP. Your Brothers and sisters in the NYPD mourn your loss. May god watch over your family.

PO
NYPD

April 25, 2007

As a former police officer close in age to Trooper Brinkerhoff and new father with a daughter close in age to his, it breaks my heart to read this (and every) post on the ODMP. I am so very sorry for the loss and grief that his family will go through because of such a depraved act. We are in dark times but I still hold out hope because of the bravery and selfless courage of people like this who continue to put society, law and virtue above self, disorder and vice. God bless you David, and God bless your family.

CJ Rusk
Reserve Officer SPD/Reserve Deputy DCSO

April 25, 2007

God bless the family of Trooper Brinkerhoff and to all the brave members of the New York State Police from your brothers and sisters in the New Jersey State Police. Your loss is everyone's loss. May you rest in peace my brother.

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

April 25, 2007

"A Part of America Died"

Somebody killed a policeman today
and apart 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 lonely night
The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war,
Though the flag of our nation wont fly half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star,
Yes, somebody killed a Policeman today,
in your home town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line,
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street
and he stands at each new rookies side,
He answered the call,of himself gave his all,
And a Part of America Died.
To all that knew Trooper Brinkerhoff, we send our deepest sympathies and all of our prayers. Words are not enough to help everyone who knew him, to deal with this tragedy. Hopefully down the road you can all come here to this memorial and read all the reflections left here to send remorse and heart warmed thoughts. Right now nothing can take away the pain, the hurt and the sadness all of you have to face in the near future.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio

April 25, 2007

Yet again, New York suffering another lost. Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

April 25, 2007

David, You will be missed. The New York State Police lost one of the best. God bless your wife and daughter. The 180th class was the best and we will miss you forever.

Inv. Christopher Behun
NYSP

April 25, 2007

Trooper, hero, words can not express the sadness I feel. And I never even knew you! Thank you, sir, for your faithful service and your ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten! To the Brinkerhoff family, you have my deepest sympathies and many prayers. I pray that God would give much consolation during this great trial. To all the New York Troopers, you have my sympathies as you also have lost a family member. I will pray that God will protect you as you continue the patrol. To the officers who have the suspect barricaded, I pray that you will be safe and that God's justice will be swift. You are all heroes. Remember that all you do does have meaning and purpose. Thank you troopers, Romans 13:4!

Traffic Officer Tom Williams
City of Los Angeles DOT

April 25, 2007

Yet another senseless tragedy. Someone so young and full of life & promise taken from loved ones way too soon. My prayers are with Trooper Brinkerhoff's family. I am so sorry for your loss.


LEO's Daughter
Montgomery, Alabama

April 25, 2007

Although we are seperated by many miles, we are still brothers. Rest easy, I know your fellow brothers in New York will take the watch.

Trooper II Allen
Texas Highway Patrol

April 25, 2007

Trooper Brinkerhoff is a true hero. May God Bless Dave, his wife, and baby daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, and all the members of the New York State Police.

Senior Investigator Dan Haughney
NYS DMV Field Investigations

April 25, 2007

Rest in peace my Brother

Patrolman
Brush Colorado P.D.

April 25, 2007

God called home another angel, God bless you and your family.

Virginia

April 25, 2007

You will be remembered. Thanks for your service.

L. Daniel
Citizen

April 25, 2007

Rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

April 25, 2007

May God bless you fallen hero,
and May he grant your family comfort and peace.

Your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Ret Sgt AJC
MCSD NJ

April 25, 2007

Truly God awaits with open arms for such a Valiant Warrior.

State Trooper D Osborne/K-9 Cocok-9 Alec
Tennessee Highway Patrol

April 25, 2007

Rest In Peace.

APD
APD

April 25, 2007

You and your family are in our prayers tonight. May God also bless and be with your brothers and sisters who seek out the evil who has done this.

Corporal
Pennsylvania State Police

April 25, 2007