Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace..brother

Ofc F. Capistrant
Pagosa Springs Police Dept

October 14, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Templeton 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 Trooper Templeton has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Trooper Templeton, 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 Trooper Templeton 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.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

October 14, 2007

May God bless you, rest now brother! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family, friends, and the Colorado State Patrol.

Patrolman
New Mexico State Police

October 14, 2007

On behalf of the New York State Police, our prayers are with you, your family and all the members of the Colorado State Patrol. May you Rest in Peace Troop...

Trooper
New York State Police

October 14, 2007

Trooper Templeton,
Thank you for the sacrifice and dedication to our state and community. May you rest in peace. To the Templeton and CSP family you are in my thoughts and prayers! To the Troopers that I have the pleasure of knowing and interacting with~ THANKS! God Bless! MATTHEW 5:9.

Former Douglas County Deputy, CO

October 14, 2007

Rest in peace Trooper.

Corporal
Delaware State Police

October 14, 2007

Zach,

From the first time I met you, you always stepped up first and did the job. When you were nervous, you never showed it. You were a great Trooper and a better friend and always there for somebody when they were in need. In the academy, you helped me shine boots and I helped you study. With that we became friends and even though we didn't keep in touch, when we saw each other, we picked up where we left off. It has been a pleasure knowing you. Patrol the streets of heaven with great pride, knowing you served the citizens of Colorado in every way you could. Rest in peace my brother and God Bless.

Trooper Darrell Aulston
Colorado State Patrol

October 14, 2007

Trooper Templeton, my thoughts and prayers are with your family as well as the CSP family. My prayers also continue for your partner that he may recover quickly. Rest in peace.

Sgt. Marroquin
BPD CO

October 14, 2007

This is the first time I've left a reflection... In reading your short bio, I am touched and feel a great connection in the sense that I, too, have a 3 year old and am a single Father. We thank you for your service and I hope, and pray, that your Daughter grows to know that you served everyday and died making this world a much safer place. I pray that your Daughter will also grow to know her Father and will never forget that no matter how little she knew of you, that you will always be her "Daddy." My heartfelt condolences to all of Trooper Templeton's Family and Friends, as well as the Family of Law Enforcement in Colorado and the United States. Rest easy and always watch over your Daughter and your beat partners. Aloha

p.o. 3
maui police department

October 14, 2007

IT IS ALWAYS A SAD DAY WHEN ONE SO YOUNG FALLS IN THE LINE OF DUTY. HE SWORE TO PROTECT AND SERVE AND HE DID SO . MY GOD WATCH OVER HIM AND HIS FAMILY. TROOPER TEMPLETON , YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE

October 14, 2007

Your death just shows people in law enforcement can die any way and any time. Thank you for your service to colorado. You will always be remembered. Your department, friends and family are in my thoughts.

October 14, 2007

Today we lost a hero, this day God welcomed one home.

Patrolman Dwayne Delcour
Mansfield Police Mansfield, Mo

October 14, 2007

Zach, your passing has left a hole in the fabric of the 1D Troop, as well as that of the State Patrol. It seems like yesterday that we were all standing in the gym "toes on the line" not really knowing what was coming next. Then it was graduation and hitting the streets.The days become years and then the unthinkable happens. One never knows when their time is comming to an end.... see ya Zach. Another time, i'll be looking for you.

Trooper Mike Milne
Colorado State Patrol

October 14, 2007

It was a privilege to work with you in 1D and watch you grow to be a fine, dedicated & professional Trooper. I will miss your inquisitveness and your constant desire to learn and better yourself. Rest in Peace & keep watch over the rest of us. God Speed Brother!

Inv. Adrian Bevel
Colorado State Patrol ISS / Friend

October 14, 2007

Go with God Trooper and may he be with the family left behind.

Former Trooper Ken R. Bays
Virginia State Police

October 14, 2007

Zach, it was a privilege to have worked with you and to be able to watch you grow into being a very dedicated and professional Trooper. I will miss your inquisitive style and your constant quest for knowledge. Most of all, I'll miss your sense of humor. Rest in peace and watch over us all. God Speed Brother!

Inv. Adrian Bevel
Colorado State Patrol ISS

October 14, 2007

God bless you Officer Templeton
It's officers like yourself that make driving in Colorado safe. You gave the ultimate sacrifice and we are grateful for that. You and Officer Scott Hinshaw are in our prayers.
God Bless.
The Mullins Family
Thornton Colorado
Son of William R.Mullins EOW 6/11/76

October 14, 2007

Rest in peace brother. We've got the watch from here. May God bless your family, friends and fellow officers who all mourn the loss of yet another hero.

Motor Officer Dominick Marraccini
Easton Police Department, Easton, PA

October 14, 2007

Sincere condolences on the loss of Trooper Zachariah Tempelton.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Leo J. Kennerson #2814
RETIRED TROOPER, NYSP

October 14, 2007

God bless & R.I.P

Ofcr Moore 3176
FWPD

October 14, 2007

Thank you for your dedicated service. Your ultimate sacrifice will forever be remembered. Rest in peace brother, we've got it from here.

Trooper Thomas Colalillo
Florida Highway Patrol

October 14, 2007

My heart goes out to Trooper Templeton's family and friends. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.

Shawna Noble, mother to Alexis Kramer 3, daughter of fallen officer Patrick Kramer.

Shawna Noble

October 14, 2007

Rest In Peace Trooper. Your act of kindness in assisting that motorist will not be forgotten. My condolences to your family and fellow Troopers.

PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY

October 14, 2007

"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal."

As Trooper Templeton now patrols with God's immortal police force, by his actions here on earth he has taken his well deserved place in the rolls of our honored heroes, whose names will live forever.

I honor Trooper Zachariah Templeton's life and salute him in death.

Sergeant T. E. Murphy
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, Fl.

October 14, 2007

Rest in peace Brother

Officer Eric Newbury
California Highway Patrol

October 14, 2007