Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

my condolences to the family and friends of Lee Newbill.may he rest in peace.he gave his life to serve and protect civilians.

i always thought that people have great sides and some of them,have huge heart,like Bill.

my prayers and thoughts are for you,in idaho.god bless you.

laurence
france.

May 25, 2007

Lee was one of the first officers that I got to ride with before being hired on as an officer with the Moscow Police Department. He was an encouraging person -- full of humor and words of advice. Lee always had a smile on his face, and he will surely be missed.

Lee, because of your positive attitude and love for the job, you taught me how to also remain positive -- even in the most dire circumstances. Thank you. We will never forget you, brother.

Officer Paul H. Boehmke
Idaho Department of Corrections (former Moscow Police Officer)

May 25, 2007

Sgt. Newbill - Thank you for your years of service both in the Army and in law enforcement. You are a true hero. Rest in peace brother, we will take it from here.

LEO
Idaho

May 25, 2007

Lee, your cheerful, sunny disposition will be greatly missed on our radio. You had that rare gift of 'smiling' with your voice, which in turn would place a smile on your dispatcher's face as well. I feel honored to have worked with you. My heart goes out to your family, friends and brothers and sisters in law enforcement. I miss you and will never forget you. Rest in Peace.

Renee
Whitcom 911 Dispatcher

May 25, 2007

Although I left about the same time that Lee started work at MPD, I remember working many nights when Lee would come to briefing while working security at the U of I. He was always happy and smiling with his cup of coffee in tow. It is my loss that I did not get to know you better and my heart goes out to the family and the officers and coworkers at MPD and LCSO. RIP Brother.

M. Fowler
Former Moscow PD Reserve

May 25, 2007

May your soul rest in peace, your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by the people you served. May God have mercy on your family and friends, and give them the strength to continue.

Sheriff Dan LaRoche (Retired)
Douglas County S.O. Washington

May 25, 2007

My heart goes out to this officer's family. My sympathies and condolences are with them.

It takes great courage and dedication to do this job and I salute all who do it.

Gloria

Gloria Wilson
Citizen of Eagle Idaho

May 25, 2007

Godspeed Officer Newbill. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.

Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department

May 25, 2007

Officer Newbill gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting his community and its residents. He'll forever be watching over other law enforcement officers and his family. We will never forget you Officer Newbill!

Jeremy W.
Citizen

May 25, 2007

LET YOUR SPRIT SOAr

Love gave me wings: I shall fly
I fly high in the heavens,soaring high above the earth
that once limited my ability to be free.
My vision is as clear as a cloudless sky, and I feel as
though I might never return.
"Such a delight" I feel the beat in my heart grow ever stronger and my sole is alive as never before.
The soft bellowed clouds the aurround me, my sweet Lord
has created for my comfort.
The sun that radiates through my very being, so I shall never be cold again.
Yes love gave me wings... wings for an eternity.

May you forever soar with the eagles.

Charles L Benedict Sr.

Charles Benedict Sr.

May 25, 2007

Although I never had the honor of meeting Officer Newbill I have been touched by the ripples of his life through friends and co-workers who did. Thank you, sir, for your service to the citizens you chose to protect and for the positive effects you left with all those who knew you. God be with your family and friends.

Director Barbara Pierce
Lewis-Clark State College Security Dept.

May 25, 2007

To Officer Newbill's family: I am saddened to hear about your loss. Officer Newbill died trying to protect 'his' community from a troubled person. Please try to remember he died a 'hero' and the community thanks him for his service. You are in my prayers!

Debbie Jacobs
Daughter of Spokane slain police officer: Brian F. Orchard, July 20, 1983.

Moscow Citizen

May 24, 2007

To the family of officer Lee Newbill and the Moscow Police Dept. and all the other agencies in the area my self, my family and the Shoshone County Fire Protection District #1 in Osburn, Idaho and all the members of it would like to let you know you have our condolances and we are standing with you in this time of loss. Lee may you rest in peace brother and we will see you on the other side. Your work here is done brother we got it from here thanks for your service and please keep a watch on us from above.

From the Cummings Family and the Members Of Shoshone County Fire Protection District #1 Osburn, Idaho

Senior Firefighter/EMT-B Greg Cummings
Shoshone County Fire Protection District #1 Osburn, Idaho

May 24, 2007

I didnt no this fine man but it hurts my heart that people have to kill and then later take his own life so he dont have to go to jail. God Bless the Family of this awesome man and to the police Dept they suffer. God Bless everyone Diana Bole

Diana Bole (Spokane)
Spokane Citizen

May 24, 2007

N Noble
E Easygoing
W Willing
B Brave
I Integrity
L Loyal
L Loving

Thank you to Lee's family for sharing Lee with us. Lee was one of the bravest men I've ever known in my life time. May God bless Lee's family and help them through this difficult time.
May God bless the Officers and Deputies of the Moscow Police Dept. and Latah County Sheriff's Office.
Thank you for serving our community.

Ray and Mellody Miller
Moscow Idaho residents and
members of the LE community

Deputy Ray Miller
Spokane County Sheriff

May 24, 2007

To the friends and family of Officer Newbill, my family and I send our thoughts and prayers to you. My husband is a officer of the Orofino Police Department and we have many ties to the Moscow Police Department. I send my condollinses to you as we morne the loss of a brother to my husband and in turn to us. I know in my heart that he stood true to the love of police work in his heart. With my deepest heartfelt sympothy and love to you.
Final Inspection

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The policeman stood and faced his god, which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman. How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, No Lord. I guess I ain't.
Because those who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough....
and sometimes I've been violent because the streets are awful tough.
But I never took a penny that wasn't mine to keep...
though I worked a lot of overtime when bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here.
They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord it needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had to much but if you don't ...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne where the saints had often trod,
as the policeman waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
Step forward now, policeman. You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on heaven's streets.
You've done your time in hell.

-Author unknown

Nicole Adams
Orofino police officer's wife

May 24, 2007

Lee….As we prepare for your service I can’t help but think of all those special qualities you offered to our community and me personally. The last 15 years of working with you has made me a better person and for that I thank you. You showed the human side of the job and made everyone feel respected. You were a true friend and great guy….I’ll miss you!

Stuart
Friend-UI Parking Services

May 24, 2007

Officer Newbill, I thank you sir. You are a hero. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. To the Newbill family, know that you are being prayed for at this time. To Moscow PD, be safe as you continue your watch. Thank you for all you do. Romans 13:4.

Traffic Officer Tom Williamsc
City of Los Angeles DOT

May 24, 2007

Rest In Peace Brother. Your famiy and friends are in my prayers.

Officer Dwight Rackley
Louisville Metro PD, KY

May 24, 2007

Lee, I will miss you my friend

Deputy Ryan O'Toole
Latah County Jail

May 24, 2007

To the family, friends and co-workers my prayers are with you. You will miss Officer Lee Newbill everyday, but we will never forget the sacrifice he made that day, and the sacrifice you will have to make from that day forward.
Thank you Officer Newbill for the service to our country, in making it a safer place for everyone.

Look Clint up for me tell him his mother misses him every minute, every hour of everyday.

Connie Barker Fort Walton Beach, Fl
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04 Prattville, Al

May 24, 2007

This is truly a very sad time for the family and friends of Officer Newbill and the others that have lost their lives and have been injuried in the line of duty while protecting the community of Moscow. Your bravery will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathy.

Pam
Life long Moscow resident

May 24, 2007

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERIVCE AND ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!!! REST IN PEACE ON THOSE GOLDEN STREETS WITH THOSE GONE BEFORE!!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

May 24, 2007

The first time I met Officer Newbill was almost two years ago when I first did a ride-along with Moscow Police. I was a Criminal Justice student at LCSC in Lewiston and a reserve deputy in Payette. I was an outsider to MPD and while I did not know any of the patrol officers, (and likewise, they did not know me) I found all of them to be friendly. In particular one was Lee Newbill.

I recall Lee had several reports to do and it was past 1700 hours. He was on day shift at the time and was suppose to be off duty. Most officers I know, including myself, want to get home on time and the second the shift ends, it’s a bummer to have to stay and type those really boring detailed repots. Yet, he still had a smile on his face; was still joking and making others laugh. He sat and talked with me while we were in the PD getting ready to go out and patrol. But, it was his friendliness that helped me feel welcome during my first MPD ride-along.

I later did more ride alongs after the first and attended in-service training with other Moscow Police officers. In talking with Lee I could tell that he was one who truly cared about the Moscow community and would be willing to help anyone in any way – just as he did that first night I rode with MPD officers.

While there are many great memories and while I could talk much more about Lee, I decided to share this first time I ever met Lee Newbill and the everlasting impression he has left on me. It seemed as if each time I went to Moscow and talked with an MPD officer I always learned something new or was able to look at something in a new way. After college I took a position as a deputy sheriff in Payette County, went to the patrol academy, and didn't keep in touch with many of the MPD officers. Througout I've kept in mind what I've learned from MPD officers like Lee Newbill ever since.

Officer Newbill – you are a true hero to not only the Moscow community and to the state of Idaho, but to many young and inspiring officers as myself. Not only for your brave and altruism acts on the night of May 19, 2007 and into the morning of May 20, but for your day to day sacrifice to help others and make them feel welcome and safe in Moscow.

Payette Co. Dep. Sheriff Ryan Bertalotto
(POST #153)

Dep. Ryan Bertalotto
Payette County Sheriff's Office

May 23, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother Lee. May God hold your family, friends and co-workers in His loving hands and comfort them.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God" Matthew 5:9

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia

May 23, 2007