Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Still thinking about you and missing you. I know you have left a big hole at the 4D. Watch over them, give them a sign that everything is going to be ok - they need it.

May 15, 2007

Luke,
Tonight was the candlelight vigil. Seeing your memorial on the wall was very difficult.
We all miss you.
Rest easy my brother in blue.

Officer
MCP 6D

May 13, 2007

Rest in Peace brother! Heart felt condolence to your family!

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside, Ca PD

May 13, 2007

My deepest condolences to this officer's family and co-workers, it is not easy to lose a love one even harder when a Police Officer loses his life in the line of duty.
Share the memories and he will be there forever. Take care.

Auxiliary Constable Mark Cantwell
RCMP (Royal Candian Monted Police) "L" Division Prince Edward Island

May 10, 2007

Luke, You'll never be forgotten my brother.

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. jn 15:13

Po2 Wolff
Montgomery County Police, Maryland

May 10, 2007

You'll always be a part of our family, and you will not be forgotten. God bless.

Darrell Cook Retired Police Tn.

May 10, 2007

You made the ultimate sacrafice while serving and protecting the community. Watch over the rest of us as we work to make the world a safer place to live. I will pray for you, your family and the officer that accidentally hit you. God bless you and your family, you will never be forgotten.

Deputy Mary B. Syson
King County Sheriffs Department

May 8, 2007

Luke
I only saw you in passing in the morning and everyone I have talked to only have good things to say about you. You are both my brother in christ and a part of this extended family called Law Enforcement. You will always be with me reminding me how much I love this job but how dangerous it is as well. I will miss you!!!

POII Ballor
Montgomery County Police Department

May 8, 2007

When a hero loses their life serving those they are sworn to protect, they do so with honor. Though we never met, you are my brother. Your memory shall live on in the minds and hearts of your fellow officers and those who are part of the uniformed services. You are truly a hero, and have made all of us proud through your selfless dedication and sacrifice. Have no worries friend we have the watch from here. May God bless your family in this time of need. Your memory shall live on, for those who are gone shall NEVER be forgotten. Rest in peace brother.

May 7, 2007

You are 10-7 for the remainder but you will always be in our hearts. Your funeral was one of the hardest things I've ever done. The blue line is getting thinner...

May 5, 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

May 5, 2007

"IN THE SIMPLE PERFORMANCE OF DUTY"

In the simple performance of duty,

he pinned on a badge,

checked his gear with a practiced eye,

and kissed his loved ones good-bye.

In the simple performance of duty,

he reported for work,

joked with his buddies at roll call,

and made his last trip down the squadroom hall.

In the simple performance of duty,

he answered the call

to help the helpless, to find the lost,

no matter the danger or how great the cost.

In the simple performance of duty,

he lay down his life,

for those in peril he tried to save,

our brave friend went to his grave.

In the simple performance of duty,

we honor his deed,

as we carry him to rest in a flag-draped casket,

long after the world has forgotten, we shall never forget.

Never judge or regret, what he did, In the simple performance of duty.

PO3 S. Law
MCPD, 4th District, Shift 8

May 4, 2007

"The Hero in the Night"
Next time a cop stops you because you are driving too fast,
Remember he saved you from that day being your last.

When you think he’s picking on someone,
Why not think of what they could have done?

Next time you call him a name,
Would he have called you the same?

How would you feel to see a child beaten black and blue?
And knowing there is not much you can really do.

You can arrest them and hope they stay in jail,
But, too many times it doesn’t work that well.

To see the face of someone right before they die,
When he can’t but all he wants to do is cry.

To break up a fight, knowing later it will be worse,
And from his help, all that came was him being cursed.

To know that people don’t respect what he chose to do,
But day after day, he’s out there to protect people like you.

To see drugs sold to a child younger than his own,
Makes his heart ache and long for his home.

The job has no glamour, doesn’t even pay well,
He does it because he cares for more than himself.

He cares for you and he cares for me,
He’s out there hoping we will all see.

He took a path not many would take,
And he chose it for our sake.

He’s a remarkable soul, a Hero in the Night,
When all is well, he’s not in sight.

But, if you ever need him, he’ll be right there,
Not just because he’s a cop but because he cares.

Officer Luke Hoffman is now "10-42" (Has completed his tour of duty) and
will be 10-7 (Out of Service) forever..... Amen and God Bless!

May God be with your family, friends and coworkers now in their time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with them.

CL

Chiqui Laboy
Acquaintance

May 4, 2007

May you rest in God's peace

REV

Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department

May 4, 2007

Sometimes we have a hard time understanding why bad things happen to good people, but at the end of the day we have to understand Luke went home to be with the lord doing what he loved to do. This has been a sad time for MCPD however with the unity and support of each officer we will stand stronger then ever.

po2 Culmer
mcpd

May 4, 2007

It has been over a week and I still find it hard to go for even an hour without thinking of you. It is like a weight on my shoulders. I promise you, you will never be forgotten.

May 4, 2007

Those who sacrifice serve there lives for those who do not

deputy 1
FCPD

May 4, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Hoffman's family and co-workers. I recently lost my husband. Know that time will heal the wound, but the scar will last forever so he is never forgotten.

Amanda Inzer
Wife of Alan Inzer EOW 1/25/07

May 3, 2007

Though I did not know Officer Hoffman personally. I send my Deepest Sympathies to his family and friends.

Corrections Officer Yanik
SCI Fayette Department of Corrections

May 3, 2007

What you did in service to your community meant more than you'd ever guess - Thank you so much for your service.

Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen Retired
Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee, WI

May 3, 2007

On Memory
When you remember me, it means that you
have carried something of who I am with you,
that I have left some mark on who I am on who you are.
It means that you can summon me back to your mind
even though countless years and miles may stand between us.
It means that if we meet again, you will know me,
and hear my voice and speak to me in your heart.
For as long as you remember me, I am never entirely lost.
~Frederick Buechner

Thank you for your committment to serving your community and for keeping all of us safe.Rest in Peace.

May 3, 2007

Luke-We all miss you more than words can say. I think about you all of the time. I know that you are now in a better place, looking down on all of us. You wouldn't want any of us to be sad, but it is hard to put on a smile after losing such an amazing friend and officer. I know that I will see you again one day, till then I will be "lock'em up" for ya. Love and Miss you always!

PO1 D.Hoffman
Montgomery County PD, 6th District

May 3, 2007

Thank you for your service..RIP hero

Mike Hopkins
nephew of PO Rich Lendell EOW 1/14/83

May 3, 2007

Our prayers and support are with the family during this difficult time. Luke- you and your family are such a special gift to all of us. You come from two parents who couldn't be more kind and generous, always looking out for others. No wonder you and your brothers and sisters turned out so great. Their example and guidance showed you all how to live and how to love. May God bless you, Luke, and your family forever.

Mindi and family
friends

May 3, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Hoffman 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 Officer Hoffman has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Officer Hoffman, 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 Officer Hoffman 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.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

May 3, 2007