Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Working at the department adjoining Pompano Beach for quite a few years, I was able to meet you on Alpha Shift a few years ago. When my wife woke me up this morning with the news that "another BSO Deputy was shot and killed", I was immediately awake and had to rush out to the TV to find out more info. Since I am not active in Law Enforcement as I used to be, I had to rely on my contacts within the Pompano Beach District 11 community. It devastates whether you know the person or not, just because he was out there doing the job that we were supposed to be doing and not just hanging out all night. He will truly be missed. May he Rest in Peace and look over all of those that are still down here looking for his killers. God Speed brother.

Retired
Lighthouse Point Police Department

August 10, 2007

May the Lord comfort your family and friends and give you eternal peace in that special place reserved for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
RIP Brother.

Ptlmn. James Murray
Chicago Police Department - Retired

August 10, 2007

God Bless you Sarge. Field Force will never be the same.

Dep. David Turner
Broward County Sheriff's Office

August 10, 2007

Thank you for everything you have done. You will be missed. RIP. Justice Will prevail. My prayers are with your family and BCSO.

Duty Officer Albright
Florida Highway Patrol

August 10, 2007

It was truley a sad day when I heard about the incident. I did not know you but you were still a brother to me. We are all wearing or black bands in memory of you. May you rest in peace and god bless you family and friends.

D/S Joshua Woods
Hendry County Sheriff's Office

August 10, 2007

Rest in peace my brother

From all men & woman of PBSO

Deputy Sheriff
PBSO

August 10, 2007

Sergeant Reyka-Thank you for 18 great years of service to our wonderful profession. You make me wear my uniform proudly everyday. You are a hero to me and many more. I pray for peace and understanding for your family and friends. Rest in peace my brother----------

Sergeant Travis T. Foreman
Waveland Police Department
Waveland, Mississippi

Sergeant Travis T. Foreman
Waveland Police Department

August 10, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Sergeant Reyka and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Sergeant Reyka has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Sergeant Reyka, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Sergeant Reyka is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

August 10, 2007

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

SGT. John L. Gulledge Retired
Escambia CO FL SO

August 10, 2007

Rest in peace Sarge

Officer Eric Newbury
California Highway Patrol-Oceanside area

August 10, 2007

RIP

Saint Michael, heaven's glorious commissioner of police,who once so neatly and successfully cleared God's premisesof all its undesirables, look with kindly and professionaleyes on your earthly force.

Give us cool heads, stout hearts, and uncanny flair for investigation and wise judgment.

Make us the terror of burglars, the friend of children and law-abiding citizens, kind to strangers, polite to bores, strict with law-breakers and impervious to temptations.

You know, Saint Michael, from your own experiences with the devil, that the police officer's lot on earth is not always a happy one; but your sense of duty that so pleased God, your hard knocks that so surprised the devil, and your angelic self-control give us inspiration.

And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your heavenly force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God as we have been to guard the city of all the people. Amen.

Det.B Greg
NYPD

August 10, 2007

God bless you sir for your service to the people of Florida and this nation.

Police Officer Nelson Marti
New York State Park Police/Long Island Region

August 10, 2007

MAY OUR PRAYERS BRING COMFORT TO SGT REYKA'S FAMILY AND THE BROWARD CO S.O. DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSE OF A HERO WHO WAS MAKING THE STREETS OF BROWARD COUNTY SAFE FOR ITS CITIZENS.

GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.

SGT. RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF TYLER, TX

August 10, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Reyka. I will pray that the perpetrators are quickly caught and made to face justice. Rest in peace, sir.

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

August 10, 2007

Thank you for your service and may GOD bless you and your family. HEROES LIVE FOREVER

Police Dispatcher
Fairfax County Police, VA

August 10, 2007

tHANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE SIR, YOU WILL NOT BEFORGOTTEN BY THE THIN BLLUE LINE. yOU ARE A HERO. oUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU , YOUR DEPT. AND YOUR FAMILY.

OFC. CHARLES ROBSON (Ret)
ORMOND BEACH POLICE DEPT.

August 10, 2007

Sergeant Reyka -

It has been a few years now since I worked for you on the mean streets of Pompano Beach. I remember when you got promoted to Sergeant - everyone in the district knew you were one of the best for the job and the best at what you did. You had a calm and easy going way about you that is surely going to be missed. I always remember whenever I had to pick up my revised reports as a new deputy that you would explain the reasons for the changes, unlike others, and it made me a better cop. You always took the time to help anyone out that needed it and were always someone I had immense respect for. You lead from the front and know that everyone that had the opportunity to work for you, with you and around you will always remember the Sergeant we are all going to miss so much.

I will say a prayer for you and your family tonight and know that we are all here for them to help them recover from this devastating loss.

It was my honor to have known you. Take your seat in heaven Sergeant Reyka - we'll take it from here.

Special Agent Brad Frank
Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

August 10, 2007

Sarge,

Rest easy, we have the watch now.

Sergeant James Alfieri
New York State Office Of Court Administration

August 10, 2007

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF SGT REYKA. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU WITH HIS LOVE, MERCY AND A PEACE BEYOND HUMAN UNDERSTANDING. TO MY FALLEN BROTHER, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

August 10, 2007

Final Inspection

The Police Officer stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, you 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 guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
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 wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
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 a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the police officer waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, you policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
~Author Unknown~

God Speed Sgt. Reyka, you tour has ended, but not forgot.

D.Genton
Retired LE

August 10, 2007

Jesus is my front sight,
Sovereign in my life.

In peace, or in battle,
He guides my warrior stride.

Jesus is my front sight,
FOR HIM NO MAN I FEAR!

Jesus is my front sight,
Twas He who led me here.

August 10, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with those
friends and family members left behind who
cannot follow...rest in peace my brother
in blue...we will take it from here.

Officer Adam F. Laser
Westminster City Police Department

August 10, 2007

May You Rest In God's Arms Brother.

Special Agent Todd Cliborne
Union Pacific Police - Chicago Division

August 10, 2007

My Brother,

Best wihes and hope to your family. I will pray for you and them. You left us doing the highest and most honarable pofession.

Former SO brother P#11061

SRO J Grasso
Boulcer City Police Dept, NV

August 10, 2007

Sergeant Reyka,
I never had the honor of meeting you Sir, and I will regret it forever. You are a true hero, and your community and country are forever in your debt. As a member of the BSO Honor Guard I will do my best to honor you and your family during your services and internment. Rest assured Sergeant, you will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace brother....we'll take it from here.

Sgt Nyce
BSO

August 10, 2007