Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you, Officer Hoffman, for your service to the citizens of Maryland 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

April 26, 2007

May God bless Officer Hoffman, his family and fellow officers during this sad time. As a man who witnessed a fellow officer die in the line of duty in March, I can certainly sympathize with all concerned.

John R. Hunt, Correctional Officer II
New Mexico Corrections Dept.

April 26, 2007

Blessings to the family. Rest in peace, Sir. Godspeed. Cindy, Arkansas

Cindy
Sister of a slain officer

April 26, 2007

Brother Luke, god bless you. We will always hold you in our hearts and remember you for your service to our department. We know you are now in a better place and watching over us as our guardian angel. Our prayers go out to your family and to the other officer and his family. We ask God to give them strength and protection during this so very difficult time. Thank you, Luke, for being there for us.

Officer Peter Baker
Montgomery County Maryland PD,6D

April 26, 2007

Thank you for your service. You are truly a HERO and will be missed!

Dispatcher
Fairfax County Police

April 26, 2007

May you rest in peace, my brother. You are now in a much better place. Rest easy, we've got the watch from here. "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

Officer J.W. Propst
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, Charlotte, NC

April 26, 2007

I will be praying for all of my brothers involved.

May God grant peace to those who are hurting.

April 26, 2007

I know of no words that will suffice, however, I would like for the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Luke T. Hoffman to know that there are folks all across this country that will lift you up in prayer before the Almighty.
May you each experience the eternal love and endless blessings of our Lord and Savior in the coming days.
I am very sorry.

Special Ranger Doug Hutchison
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

April 26, 2007

"DON'T GRIEVE FOR ME"
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path god laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard him call,
I turn my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Task left undone must stay that way,
I found that peace at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Than fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss
Ah yes, these things I, too, will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow,
My life's been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free.
To all who knew Officer Hoffman, we hope these words can help you get through some tough times that are ahead of you.
So Young, just like a lot of others that are gone before you.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio

April 26, 2007

Rest easy brother we'll take it from here. HEROES ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN.

PO S.Harris #273
Cicero PD Cicero,IL 3rd Watch

April 26, 2007

Officer Hoffman you are the true meaning of a Hero. You made the ultimate sacrifice by serving the citizens of this county, and you are a soldier of the law. I hope that I can follow in your footsteps and be as brave as you were last night. You were an extreme asset to our department. I will miss you brother, and you better believe that your memory will not be lost or forgotten.

God Speed..................

Police Officer
Montgomery County Police 3rd District

April 26, 2007

Rest in peace Brother Luke, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage. May your Family, Friends and Co-Workers find peace.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

April 26, 2007

No words can fully capture the feeling of loss or condolences. The word "tragedy" does not fill the void left behind by the courageous action taken by any police officer killed in the line of duty. That void is filled with the love of family and friends; the admiration and respect of peers; and the acknowledgment of duty by the public at large.

Today, I had the honor of escorting Luke's girlfriend to his parent's home. I saw the pain and fear of loss, something I've seen far too many times during my career. Although I did not know Luke Hoffman as an individual, I came to know how much he is loved and respected as a son, a boyfriend, a person and a police officer.

Another angel of the Thin Blue Line is watching over the rest of us on the street. In that, at least, I find peace.

Lev Ellian
MCP 4D

April 26, 2007

God bless you and your family.
Rest in peace Officer Hoffman

Deputy
Montgomery County Sheriff's Dept. Ind

April 26, 2007

We got it now. Rest easy, Brother.

PO3 W. Sands
MCPD - 4th District

April 26, 2007

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human (believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that "you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of Solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is "I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works "around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. "Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" (that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, "he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, "he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is "only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan "At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, "I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Originally Posted By:
Officer Dave Carroll
Choctaw, Oklahoma

April 26, 2007

God Speed Luke.
Thank you for your service. Watch over all of us as we go to work and carry your memory with us.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."

Rest In Peace Officer Hoffman.

MCP

April 26, 2007

The citizens of Montgomery County and the state of Maryland should not forget your proactive enforcment of drunk drivers.

RIP

Lieutenant Mark A. Pacini
Ocean City Maryland

April 26, 2007

To Officer Hoffman family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you

God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

April 26, 2007

Luke, your spirit shines on. You, my bud, will be missed. You were a true reflection of servanthood and compassion. You are missed and loved greatly. We'll keep the fire lit here for you.....
Go in peace my dear.

PO1 Jennifer Phoenix
Mont. Cty. Police

April 26, 2007

To the family, friends, and co-worker's of PO 1 Hoffman I extend my deepest and most heart felt condolences concerning his tragic and untimely death. I did not know Luke but have heard nothing but great things about him and his dedication to his profession. Those of you that had the privelage to call him a shift mate or partner can take comfort in the many great memories I am sure that he created with you. God bless him and may he rest in peace.

Lt. Stephen R. Auger
Montgomery County Department of Police

April 26, 2007

I never thought it would be me,
My name for all of eternity.
Recorded here at this hallowed place,
Alas, my name, no more my face.
"In the line of duty" I hear them say,
My family now the price to pay.
My folded flag stained with tears,
We only had those few short years.
The badge no longer on my chest,
I sleep now in eternal rest.
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this thought in mind.
I never dreamed it would be me.
And with a heavy heart and bent knee,
I ask for all here from the past...
Dear God, let my name be the last.

Author Unknown

April 26, 2007

I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND MONTGOMERY COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE DEMISE OF POLICE OFFICER LUKE T. HOFFMAN. I PRAY EVERYONE WHO KNEW THIS HONORABLE MAN WILL CONTINUE TO REMEMBER HIS BRAVERY, COURAGE, AND THE LEGACY IN WHICH HE LEFT.

OFFICER T. HOFFMAN YOUR SHIFT IS OVER NOW, WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE. REST IN PEACE, BROTHER...

DEPUTY JAMES E. BRADFORD JR.
BRADLEY COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

April 26, 2007

Your fellow officers across the line in DC are mourning with you and your MC family. God Bless

Police Officer
MPD- DC

April 26, 2007

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

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

April 26, 2007