Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My thoughts and prayers got to you, your family and your fellow officers. As a transplanted Grand Rapidian, I am proud to know that you served, sacrificed, and protected my family. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten brother.

Officer Mark Fauble
Batavia (IL) Police Department

July 12, 2007

Thank you "Brother in Blue" for your sacrifice. Your courage and bravery to respond to a dangerous call will never be forgotten. I pray God will lift up your family and comfort them.

Thank you

Trooper -Reed City Post
MSP

July 12, 2007

To the family and loved ones of Officer Kozminski, know that he was truly a hero, and that our hearts and prayers are with you. No words can express our gratitude to him and all police officers for their courage and sacrifices.May the peace of God be with you at this time.

Mom and Dad of a deputy
Ionia County

July 12, 2007

RIP brother! Thank You for your service. I send my condolences to your family and Dept.

Ofc b.Loveless
Wake Forest Police

July 12, 2007

Thank you for your "true grit" in the face of unknown danger. Thank you for having our "backs" I will always admire you !!!You are a real man!

Laurie
citizen

July 12, 2007

Koz,

I cannot believe you're gone. I was a half mile away on a call that fateful night. I heard the shots but I thought they were fireworks. I heard the sirens of the cruiser bringing you to the hospital just as I was leaving to go on another call. I wish I could have done something more... we all do.

We know that you are walking with the Lord now. You are watching out for us and securing our scenes from above. You truly are a hero and your wonderful daughter will grow up knowing that her daddy was one of the good guys. You are gone but you will never be forgotten.

Rest in Peace, Bobby.

Kristen Rice, Paramedic
AMR, and spouse of GRPD officer

July 12, 2007

My condolences to the family of officer Kozminski who was tragically taken before his time.

SPC Chris Payne
Avon+Somerset Constabulary. England

July 12, 2007

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to make this world a safer place. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless.

C. Fike
Wife of Police Officer

July 12, 2007

Dear Bobby,
I hurt for you and your family at the Grand Rapids Police Department. Your life was taken far to soon, and it is so unfair. Thank you for being so brave and for protecting your citizens without a second thought. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

A Police Man's Wife

July 12, 2007

Our thoughts our with you at this very sad time. The Jaglowski family

July 12, 2007

Seven years ago I met a young man, smart, professional, dedicated, and graced with a great smile and sense of humor. He took to his job with a passion and competence that others who knew him respected and emulated. He was a great example not only of a police officer, but of a friend, brother, and father. Many citizens were fortunate enough in times of trouble to have Koz answer their calls and ease their troubles. Thank you Koz for the chance to know you, even for far too short a time.
To Koz's family, thank you for raising such a fine young man and supporting him in his career. My prayers are with you, now and forever. May memories of better times accompany you and help you through this hell on earth.
To Koz's brothers and sisters in blue, my thoughts and prayers are always with you also. Koz was such an intricate part of the team that the pain will be long-lasting, but the example he set will outlast all. He's always with you, with all who were fortunate enough to have known him.
Koz, you did a great job. Enjoy a long 10-7.

Deb

Ret. Sgt. Deb Vazquez
GRPD

July 12, 2007

May God be with you.

Sandi Martinello
LAPD Reserve (Ret.)

July 11, 2007

First and foremost- To all those who survive Officer Kozminiski and to his brothers and sisters at the GRPD who will continue to honor his memory, I am truly sorry for the pain, anger and sorrow you are feeling. For the pain you will feel over the next few days, weeks, months and even years. For everytime you think of this fallen hero - I am so sorry for the pain you have yet to experience.

We here in Dearborn Heights lost one of our own - Corporal Jason Makowski - on May 25, 2006. The circumstances surrounding Jason's death were very similay to those surrounding Robert's death. And so I'm telling you this from experience - the pain will never ease and there will continue to be a void in your hearts. I console myself knowing that Jason is in a better place than we are and that he is no longer suffering....And now, for whatever reason God has planned Robert has joined Jason to patrol the golden gates of heaven.

Robert is a true hero and for that is how he will be remembered. He sacrificed himself to save others and that says a lot about his character, his morals and his dedication to the job. Everyone should be very proud of this Officer.

To you Officer Kozminiski - a tost in your honor, after all the tears have been shed and the salutes have been dropped, your fellow officers will raise a glass in your name. And though it will be years before the pain starts to be replaced with the fond memories they have of their time with you - they will continue on and honor your memory as you would do for any one else. May you rest in peace. You're with Corporal Jason Makowski and on Gods rollcall now...Rest Easy....Gods Speed.....You will be missed!

Dearborn Heights

July 11, 2007

May you rest in peace brother, watch over us and your family!

You will always be remembered!!

Patrolman Juan Salazar
Hart Police Department

July 11, 2007

Officer Kozminski rest in peace. your family, friends, and everypne from GRPD are in my prayers. Thank you for the great job you did protecting our streets. You will never be forgotten.

God bless you.

Stephanie
daughter or an officer

July 11, 2007

My heart and prayers goes out to the daughter and family of Robert Kozminski, I know your pain since my family lost Deputy Josh Norris (my future son in-law)on Jul 5th, answering a similar call. RIP my brother and I have asked my future son in-law to meet you at the gates of heaven. Please watch over the rest of us, we will carry on the fight in your behalf.

God bless this site, it has helped my daughter and family in healing.

Deputy Latour
JPSO

July 11, 2007

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

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

July 11, 2007

To the family and fellow officers of Officer Kosminski i'm so sorry for your loss! Know that you are not alone our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this terrible time of tradgedy. To Officer Robert Kosminski may you rest in peace.

Civilian
Toledo Police Dispatcher

July 11, 2007

Words can not express my sorrow, My heart aches with pain for Maria and Dick, Dan, Andy, David, Amy, Nickie, Kristen and the rest of the Kozminski family. I wanted to thank Bobby for being such a Great Uncle to my kids, especially Taylor. My heart and prayers are with each and every one of you, I am so very sorry for your loss. Bobby you were a good man, thank you for serving our community and God Bless You. Rest In Peace.

Jill
Mother of Bobbys Nephew and Niece Taylor and Courtney

July 11, 2007

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE OFFICERS AND HIS LOVING WIFE AND LITTLE GIRL I AM SURE HE IS LOOKING DOWN ON YOU ALL RIGHT NOW. AND I BELEIVE THAT WITH ALL MY HEART. GOD BE WITH YOU ALL THROUGH OUT THIS WEEK AND GOD BLESS YOU all...

Brenda
just another u.s citizen

July 11, 2007

Rest in peace brother

Trooper
NYSP

Trooper

July 11, 2007

God bless to family, friends and co-workers of Officer Kozminski. RIP and Thank You for your service.

mjw643

July 11, 2007

Officer Kozminski,
People everywhere are mourning your passing. Your bravery and committment in protecting the average citizen is something your community will never forget, nor will we here in PA. My heartfelt thoughts are with your loving family, friends and the Grand Rapids PD at this most difficult time.

Pennsylvania citizen

July 11, 2007

To Both Kozminski and GRPD Families,

My heart and prayers are bestowed upon each of you in this time of need. Last year, a tragic accident like this one occured here in Polk County, Florida on September 28th, 2006. We lost a beloved and decorated deputy as well as a fellow K-9. Please know that you have fellow Kent County residents all over the United States who support all of you. Always remember this, A man remembered is never forgotten!" Always keep his emeory alive! God Speed brother!

Belssings And Prayers To All,
Mrs. Chasity Huff
Former Kent County Resident

Mrs. Huff
Former Kent County Resident

July 11, 2007

Final Inspection

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 of us who carry a badge
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
that wasn't mine to keep.
Though I worked a lot of overtime
when the 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 cried unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
among the peoplehere.
They never wanted me around
except to calm their fears.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too 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."

July 11, 2007