Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My family and I want to send our deepest condolances to your family. Rest in Peace my Brother-We'll take over your watch from here.

Trooper K. Pohlabel
Ohio State Patrol

July 5, 2007

Somebody killed a policeman today and a part of America died. Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

nc game warden

July 5, 2007

Rest easy brother,youve done your duty the people of Indiana are safe from one more piece of vermin.My deepest condolences to your family and friends.My prayers are with them.

OFC Eric Voigt
Colorado Dept. of Corrections

July 5, 2007

Our Greatest Fear

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.

May you rest in peace. Keep watching over us, we will take it from here...

Justin W Yohe, T/Comm Oper II
Indiana State Police Fort Wayne

July 5, 2007

I AM A WARRIOR
by Jon F. Hooper

I fight not for glory or fame,
For they are momentary.
I fight for those who can't.
I fight for Justice.
I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden.
And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets,
For I serve to protect the innocent.
It matters not where or when,
For evil knows no boundaries.
Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny,
I will not flee.
Justice is my weapon.
Faith is my shield.
Hope is my armor.
Cry not at my passing,
For it was my Honor to fight for you.
Shed not tears of sorrow,
But tears of joy,
For now,
I stand with God.

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Rest in Peace my Brother! May God always bless you, your family, friends and the members of your department.

Ptlm. Mark Marchesi #2528
Parkside Police Dept. (Delaware County, PA)

July 5, 2007

Rest in peace Master Trooper Rich, you and your family are in my prayers.

shelly
citizen

July 5, 2007

May Trooper Rich's family take solace in the fact that David will be resting peacefully until they are eternally reunited.

Sergeant T. Hester
California Highway Patrol

July 5, 2007

Sleep easy with God, Trooper Rich We thank you for your Service, Sir. You will NEVER be forgotten.

Sr. Trooper Trey Pellizzari
Texas Dept of Public Safety/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement--Rockwall

July 5, 2007

You are my hero. Thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Officer Jason Lennig #114
Reynoldsburg Police

July 5, 2007

Master Trooper Rest in Peace.

C.O.Stephen Celestino
Westchester County Dept. of Correction, N.Y.

July 5, 2007

Thank you for your sevice and the ultimate sacrafice.

Average Citizen

July 5, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Master Trooper Rich. May God comfort you all.
He paid the ultimate sacrifice trying to make this world a better place for us all. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

July 5, 2007

My God bless your wife and children, your extended family, your friends and co-workers in this time of sadness. Thank you Master Trooper Rich for your service to your country and community.

Beverly Sibley

July 5, 2007

Another horrific loss for those of us in blue. My heart goes out to Master Trooper David Rich, his family, fellow troopers, and friends. Trooper Rich you served Indiana with honor and distinction. Rest now, and know that your loved ones will be cared for. Know also, that you will remain in our prayers. I am sure that Lt. Gary Dudley met you at heaven's gates, and helped you into GOD's home. Be at peace my brother your sacrifice will not have been in vain, and will ALWAYS be remembered.

Officer Patrick Holdeman
Notre Dame Police Dept

July 5, 2007

May God be with your family during this time. Thanks for all the years of service you put in so that others would be safe. Go on and enjoy your reward in Heaven and we'll take over the watch from here.

Officer Rob Farnham
Kilgore P.D.

July 5, 2007

To Master Trooper David Rich and family, thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the Indiana State Police Department. God bless you and your family during this sad time. R.I.P. Brother

Mike Medrano #1161

M. Medrano
SD Police Academy

July 5, 2007

Thank you for your service, Master Trooper Rich. You will NEVER be forgotten. May God be with your family and friends always.

CMPD Wife
CMPD, Charlotte, NC

July 5, 2007

MY YOU REST IN PEACE, WE ALL FEEL YOUR FAMILY'S PAIN. GOD BLESS YOU.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE

July 5, 2007

Trooper Rich, thank you for your service to the people of Indiana and the United States..You are a true "American Hero"..I am sure that your service will never be forgotten and your memory will live on forever, through your family, friends and co-workers..To the family, please know that you are in our prayers and that God is only a prayer away..God Bless..

Retired Trooper K.T. Kinard
South Carolina Highway Patrol

July 5, 2007

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over...

SGT. John L. Gulledge Retired
Escambia CO FL SO

July 5, 2007

Rest in peace, brother. You will not be forgotten.

Dan Lair
Lufkin PD

July 5, 2007

You will be grieved, you will be missed, and you will be honored, But you will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family. And thank you brother.

Patrol man Steven D. Barnes
Franklin city police. Franklin, Pa

July 5, 2007

Rest in peace my brother

Patrolman
Brush Colorado PD

July 5, 2007

May God watch over your family in this time of need. You and your service to the citizens of Indiana will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace. We will carry on for you from here.

John 15:13 Greater love hath no
man than this, that a man lay
down his life for his friends.

Detective Brian Schnick
Indiana State Police - District 13

July 5, 2007

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and department. Watch over us from above.

Officer Eric Golz
Long Beach Police Department

July 5, 2007