Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Geraldine Breston-Jennings

September 15, 2007

May the Lord bless Corporal Gardner, his family, friends and fellow Officers. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Brother.

Patrolman Bryan Losagio
Salisbury Township Police Department, Lehigh County, Pa

September 15, 2007

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

Police Officer

September 15, 2007

BROTHER,
YOU WERE MY FRIEND. YOU WERE ONE OF THE BEST OFFICERS AT THE DEPARTMENT. YOU HELPED ME WHEN I WAS DOWN. I WILL NEVER FORGET THE TIMES WE HAD ON THE STREETS TOGETHER. DIV.B MISSES YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. YOU WILL RIDE WITH US EVERY TIME WE TAKE THE STREETS. WE HAVE LOST A GOOD OFFICER AND GOD HAS GAINED A GREAT ONE. GO PATROL THE STREETS PAVED OF GOLD CAUSE YOU HAVE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO AND MY ONLY REGRET FOR ALL OF THIS IS I TOOK OFF AND WASNT THERE TO PROTECT YOU MY BROTHER. THE HURT IN MY HEART RUNS DEEP AFTER LOSING ARLIE, ABEL, AND YOU. I LOVE YOU BROTHERS AND I WILL SEE YALL ON THE OTHER SIDE.

CPL. CASEY REED
ODESSA POLICE DEPARTMENT

September 15, 2007

Brother John and family, There will always be an empty spot in the hearts of all your brothers and sisters of the badge for you and all your comrads who have given the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting all of God's children in our great nation. As you now serve in our Fathers kingdom know that one day all your brothers and sisters left behind will join you in His time and we will all be united working his heavenly beat. Until then rest in peace my brother.
Tom Bradley, AZ State Chaplain, FOP

Tom Bradley
PD Phoenix AZ

September 14, 2007

you and your brother officers are in the thoughts and prayers of the men and women of the Anne Arundel County Sheriff's Office. Your supreme sacrafice will not be forgotten. In valor there is hope. May god bless you and your loved ones.

Richard Speake
Anne Arundel County Sheriff's

September 14, 2007

God Speed Brother

Tina / Reserve Deputy
ACSO, SC

September 14, 2007

May the Lord be with your family and friends during this time and the days to come...God Bless you all...

Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

September 14, 2007

Corporal Gardner,
Thank-you for your service. The citizens of Odessa have lost three of their bravest and finest. You will all always be remembered as heroes. Our deepest condolences to your families and the brave men and women of the Odessa Police Department. Know that your brothers and sisters in blue, across the nation, stand with you in this dark hour. Rest in peace, Corporal Gardner, our brother.

Detective Morgan
Park County Sheriff's Office--Colorado

September 14, 2007

This is such a tragic situation. My heart and tears go out to their families,the Odessa PD,and the line partners of these three officers.We serve our communities,willing to give the ultimate sacrifice of life if need be.These three officer gave their lives to in order to STAY THE THIN BLUE LINE. THEY are our heroes.Rest in peace my brothers,we will carry on your watch.-

29yr Veteran Officer
J.L.Krenzel
Woodbury PD,MN.

Patrol - Officer Joel Krenzel
Woodbury PD. Wdby .MN.

September 14, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COWORKERS. YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS

911 DISPATCHER
MICHIGAN

911 dispatcher michigan

September 14, 2007

Rest in Peace.....

Patrolman
New Hartford Police Department, NY

September 14, 2007

Thank you for your dedication, bravery and service to the City of Odessa.

PSO CW Edwards
North Augusta Dept. of Public Safety (SC)

September 14, 2007

God speed my brother..... We have the watch now...

Deputy Brooke 769A
Carroll County Sheriff, MO.

September 14, 2007

God bless them. Our support to all the family and friends.

Det. Johan Dekker
Police Gooi en Vechtstreek Holland

September 14, 2007

My prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Gardner.
YSIC,
Mary

Mary
citizen

September 13, 2007

Rest in peace Corporal Gardner. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gardner family, friends, and the Odessa Police Department.

Kelly
Daughter of a police officer

September 13, 2007

Scott was a dear friend of my husbands and will forever be remembered by him and many others officers. He was very generous and always willing to lend a helping hand. This devastating act of senselesness has taken everyone to there knees, but the citizens of Odessa and the surrounding area police departments have shown an unbelievable amount of support. Our community is and will forever be grateful for our officers and the protection they lay over us each and every minute.

Diane
Odessa Tx, A Officers Wife

September 13, 2007

The Monahans Police Department and the Ward County Sheriff's Office offers our deepest sympathy and condolences to Corporal Gardner's family, Odessa Police Department, and the City Of Odessa. May God Bless and give them comfort in their time of need.

Monahans Police Department and Ward County Sheriff's Office
Monahans, Texas

Monahans Police Department
Ward County Sheriff's Office

September 13, 2007

God bless the families and all fellow officers as they miss there fallen brother. Two years ago I lost a good friend in responding to a domestic call and we continue to strive foward in truely the memories of those we have lost. We grieve your lost.....Kansas Highway Patrol

Trooper Carson Nuss
Kansas Highway Patrol

September 13, 2007

To Scott's family. I know there must be a very large hole in your hearts now. I have to tell you Scott filled that hole for someone else when he stepped between a person and her abuser. He did not think of himself, only of his duty to his fellow man. Be proud of him as all of us as Police Officers are. I only hope I can fill the large shoes he left behind. I will pray for his family, friends, department, and all of us in the "BROTHERHOOD". See at rollcall up yonder Scott. Thanks for your example.

PATROLMAN ROBERT L. CLARK
SWEETWATER, TEXAS POLICE

September 13, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU CPL GARDNER, YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY AND NOW THAT YOU ARE STILL WATCHING OVER US AS A ANGEL WE STILL FEEL ODESSA IS BEING PROTECTED. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF NEED.
MY FAMILY HOPES AND PRAYS THAT IN TIME THIS WILL EASE SOME PAIN FOR YOU ALL. GOD IS THERE AND HE IS TAKING YOU BY THE HAND NOW NOT ONLY TO PROTECT US HERE BUT NOW IN HEAVEN. GOD BLESS YOU!!

KAREN HAMILTON
citizen

September 13, 2007

Thank you for your sacrifice. The only comfort we have is knowing you are in a better place with your friends. It is so difficult for a department to loose 3 at once. I pray that you all lean on each other for support and take one day at time. Rest in peace, brother.

trooper
Ohio State Highway Patrol

September 13, 2007

My thoughts & prayers are with you. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
Sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9/24/76

September 13, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. God bless you always.

DE
St. Louis City Police

September 13, 2007