Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Trooper Rich, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

July 6, 2007

Rest easy brother...

Patrol Officer
Lafayette PD IN

July 6, 2007

Our condolences to the family of Master Trooper David Rich, and the Indiana State Police. God be with you Tropper Rich rest in peace.

Patrolman
New Mexico State Police

July 6, 2007

There are no words that will ever bring complete comfort and resolution to this senseless act. Trooper Rich exemplified what it was to be the best in law enforcement. He followed in his father and brother's foot steps of being one of Indiana's finest. Trooper Rich you have made difference in many lives and you will never be forgotten. May God comfort you in Heaven and keep your family safe. Psalm 91:1

Ed Reuter, Retired Major
Indiana State Police

July 6, 2007

Thank you for your service and dedication. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

July 6, 2007

God Bless Trooper Rich, and his family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong for one another, and know that Trooper Rich will not be forgotten.
God Bless.

LEO Wife
NJ

July 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to you Master Trooper Rich. May you rest in peace. Thank you for your dedicated service. God bless your family and friends.

Ofc. Joe Hunchard
New Smyrna Beach (FL) Police Department

July 6, 2007

I send my most sincere condolences to the Family of Master Trooper David Rich, and to the Indiana State Police. This tragic action sends heartfelt sorrow through my soul. May God Bless Trooper Rich and his Family.

L/cpl David E. McAlhany
South Carolina Highway Patrol

July 6, 2007

My heart breaks for the family of Trooper Rich. Words are so inadequate for there are none that make any difference now. I am so very sorry. I ask God's comfort for you, Mrs. Rich, and for your children.

Debra Brewer
caring citizen & COPS member

July 6, 2007

As an agency that lost an officer to gun violence in February, we know only too well the shock, pain and overwhelming grief your wife, children and fellow officers are feeling. God bless you, your wife and children and the entire Indiana State Police force. You will be in our prayers always.

Connie LePla, patrolman
Toledo Police Department

July 6, 2007

Thank-you for your service. Rest in peace

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

July 6, 2007

As representative of the New Jersey State Policemen's Benevolent Association - Local # 356, on behalf of all our members, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Trooper David Rich's Wife and Children, his Sister and Brother Troopers and his Friends.

Trooper Rich is now in the care of our Supreme Chief in Heaven, along with numerous other Sisters and Brothers who have paid a terrible price, for just doing their job!

State Investigator Bob Hughes
NJ - Office Of The Attorney General

July 6, 2007

I didn't know you, Dave, but I know your brother, Bob. If you are as nice a person as he is, you were a good person. Please rest in peace and know you will not be forgotten. God bless your family, friends and co-workers. Unfortunately I understand the feelings they are going through.

Sgt. Bill Kraus
South Bend, IN PD

July 6, 2007

I commend Trooper Rich for everything he has done to make this a better world in which to live. He gave the ultimate sacrifice for us all. My prayers are with the Rich family and I know they are very proud of what Trooper Rich has done. He was helping a fellow human when his life was snatched away from us. Apparently helping others was Trooper Rich's way of serving his God. Trooper Rich, your tour of duty os now over, Rest in Peace, brother.
Sgt. Walter Hughes www.CODE-5000.com

Sergeant Walter Hughes, Retired
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

July 6, 2007

When a fellow officer's life has been taken doing a job that he loves saddens all that wear the uniform. Through his life and actions many lives were touched, today we said goodbye to hero and this same day God welcomed one home.

Patrolman Dwayne Delcour
Mansfield Police Mansfield, Mo

July 6, 2007

Rest in peace Trooper, thank you for your service. God be with you and your loved ones in their time of pain during this tragedy. Until we meet in Heavens Roll call...Godspeed!

Ofc. Aaron Sparks
Gilmanton N.H. Police Department

July 6, 2007

You will be remembered, as will your family. We will mourn your loss. Thank you for your service and sacrifice, as well as the service and sacrifice of your family. They gave a part of themselves, too. Bless you all, and peace be with you.

KY LEO wife

July 6, 2007

To the family of Master Trooper Rich and to his fellow Troopers I offer my sincere condolences. I read the news of Trooper Rich's death on the very day a good friend of my joins your ranks. I pray God be with you all during this difficult time and always.

Lt. Lee Phillips
Oldham County Jail

July 6, 2007

REST IN PEACE FELLOW BROTHER, WE NOW HAVE THE WATCH.
GODSPEED.

RETIRED SGT DEPUTY
IOWA

July 6, 2007

Trooper Rich, You performed your duties well. Our thoughts & prayers go to your family left behind.

Former State Trooper Ken R. Bays
Virginia State Police

July 6, 2007

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

Officer Dwight Rackley
Louisville Metro Police, Louisville, KY

July 6, 2007

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Master Trooper Rich's family. As it closes in on my Brother-in-Law's memorial this July 8th, this brings another sad day to remember. Deputy Sheriff Gene Gregory of Seminole County Fl paid the ultimate price July 8th 1998 and he is very missed here as Master Trooper Rich is. It is said that time heals all, but I wonder just how much time it will take as my heart still aches each time a LEO pays the price. Rest easy Master Trooper Rich and watch over all those left behind. You are a good man.

Wayne Malone / civilian
FOPA Member Jacksonville Fl

July 6, 2007

May you rest in peace.
Beati pacifici quoniam filii Dei vocabuntur

July 6, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Master Trooper Rich. Thank you, sir, for your many years of dedicated service. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

July 6, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and officers of the Indiana State Police. May you rest in peace.

Captain
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office

July 6, 2007