Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Daniel Webster said, "Men hang out their signs indicative of their respective trades... ...but in the mountains of New Hampshire, God Almighty has hung out a sign to show that there He makes men."

God didn't just make a good man in Corporal McKay- He made a great man.

National Park Service

May 28, 2007

The north country mourns,
a great man this day,
for Franconia’s,
Cpl. Bruce McKay.
He went off to work,
as always before,
but patrol our streets
he will do no more.
Many of us came,
and shared all our grief,
and still many more,
are in disbelief.
The service was a,
fitting tribute to,
a great father not,
just a man in blue.
His daughter Courtney
shared a touching tail,
about her dad and
his painted pink nails.
Although we’re in pain,
let us never forget,
that others despair,
full of loss and regret.
See we lost a brother
which makes us hurt bad,
but what about Courtney,
her loss is her dad.
We owe her a debt,
we can not repay,
but she’s in our prayers
each and every day.

Officer
Belmont Police Department

May 27, 2007

Corporal McKay is a hero worthy of honor. God be with your family and department. You are in our prayers and thoughts. The citizen who shot corporal McKay's murderer should be given the Citizen's Medal of Valor as well for his bravery.

Det. JD Banks
King County Sheriffs Office

May 25, 2007

Rest In Peace. You deserve it.

May 25, 2007

What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. -Albert Pine

Corporal McKay -- The sacrifice you made for your community will never be forgotten.

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

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

May 25, 2007

Having lived in Franconia for quite a few years before moving south, I recall the professionalism exhibited by F.P.D.'s officers, specifically, Cpl. McKay. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his death. I consider Franconia to be God's Country and visit several times a year. From this point forth, at every visit, I will stop and remember the sacrifice and service by our brother, and pray for his family. "...and the peacemakers shall become the children of God". Rest in peace my brother. Your brothers in blue will take care of your family from here on.

Cpl. #587
Officer, Delaware

May 25, 2007

Bruce McKay was a friend and colleague and an outstanding police officer. Liko Kenney behaved like a mad dog when he shot Bruce and ran him over. The Marine who stopped to help was civic-minded enough to put him down. God bless Corporal McKay and that Marine. I doubt that many people will miss Liko Kenney.

Russell Cumbee
New Hampshire Judicial Branch

May 24, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal Bruce McKay,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Corporal Bruce McKay. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Corporal Bruce McKay is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

May 23, 2007

God Bless the McKay family.. We share your loss...

Deputy JPF
Los Angeles County Sheriff's

May 23, 2007

Thank you for your service and dedication. I, and millions of others across the country, mourn the loss of good officer. Your sacrifice will never be taken for granted.

John Bonner
Brother of a fallen officer

May 21, 2007

Please except my sincere condolences of the lost of Corporal McKay. He made the ultimate sacriface and is a true hero. The family is in my prayers now and forever.
God Bless!

Denise Tiedeman
Wife of Fallen Officer EOW 11/7/06

May 21, 2007

To Coporal McKay's family, police family and friends. My deepest sympathy.

Police officers and soldiers give their lives every day to protect our freedom and our lives.

My appreciation to you all who give all for us, and thank you to those who continue to do so.

My thoughts and prays are with you.

Patricianna
Manchester, NH

May 21, 2007

My thoughts go out to the family and brother officers of his dept. I know the area to which this happend. And my support and and gratitude to the civilian who attempted to render asst. It's not often when bystanders go to the level to asst. a stranger.

Deputy C.K. Garner
Doddridge County Sheriff Dept

May 21, 2007

God Bless Cpl. Bruce McKay,his family, and the Franconia Police Department.

Rest In Peace

Investigator Timothy A. Butts
NHSLC Bureau of Enforcement

May 21, 2007

I knew Bruce McKay as a young man and enjoyed growing up with him. Reading about this tragedy has brought so many memories back of his warm smile, sense of humor and kindness. To his daughter I send assurance that your dad was someone who loved you tremendously. He became a man we all were proud to know.

Jill Fowler Dragiff
Family friend

May 20, 2007

I met you once Cpl McKay a few days after the VSP lost one of our fellow troopers in the line of duty. You told me you knew Tpr. Michael Johnson and respected him as a great police officer and person. Now, almost four years later it is you who we remember as a great police officer and person. My families prays are with you, your family and fellow officers. Rest in peace and say hi to Mike for me.

Martin Hatch Sr. Sgt (Ret.)
Vermont State Police

May 20, 2007

All of Boston's thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends! Thank you for your brave service!

PO MICHAEL CONNOLLY
Boston Police Department

May 20, 2007

The former marine witness is the real hero in this case. He went above and beyond. He needs an award. I hope that there is more civilans out there like this hero.

Deputy
Bonneville County Sheriffs Office Idaho

May 20, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers of Corporal McKay. Also to the Marine brother that stopped to help Corporal McKay...Thanks for caring. Rest in Peace Corporal McKay.

Police Officer and Former Marine Bryan Brashears

Officer Bryan Brashears
KSU Police Department

May 20, 2007

Rest in peace officer.May God bless your family.

Gilbert Daniel

May 19, 2007

Coporal Mckay,
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep Paul Sperandeo Ofc Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, GRetna Police Dept La

May 19, 2007

I saw the terrible story. It was upsetting to see that few people felt sorry for the low life who killed you. I know you are in heaven now and forgive him for what he did to you- but down here on earth it is hard to do. You are in my thoughts and prayers along with your family. God Bless.

Sgt.Lori Lavorato
Des Moines, Ia Police Department

May 19, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with your family and your fellow officers.
Rest in peace
Chief John Roelandts (retired)

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc Police

May 19, 2007

I have never left one of these before but when I read the article about this it pissed me off. Bode Miller and Liko Kenney are cowards. This man died doing his job. I could sit here and type all day about how sorry those two individuals are but we all can see what kind of people they are. Liko you got what you deserved. Bode you will get yours on the other side. Officer McKay Thank you! To his family I am sorry. He is in a place now where he doesnt have to deal with scum like these two.

Patrolman
AFPD, Arkansas

May 19, 2007

Hasta luego Cabo McKay. You have joined the ranks of the Eternals. Your name will never be forgotten. Protect and serve.

MSG 18Z
ARNG Ret.

May 19, 2007