Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Trooper Templeton
You will be missed by so many people. You have served with pride, dedication and respect. I will never forget the times I covered you and you covered me. I will truly miss the days of waiting in traffic court talking about the past days events.
I am so proud of you as well as your friends and family are too. You will always be in our hearts and thoughts everyday. You've effected so many lives around the world as I received this hoirrible news from Southern Iraq.
Take care and God bless my friend.

Tac-23
ACSO

October 31, 2007

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Trooper Templeton. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Zachariah, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Zachariah's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Zachariah's life was about so much more than the way he died. Zachariah will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Trooper Templeton, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

October 28, 2007

I didn't know you or have the pleasure of serving with you, but wish I had. You were described as having quite a sense of humor and dedication to your co-workers. Those are both qualities that I admire. Watch over the rest of us. Thank you for your service.

Sergeant
El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Colorado

October 27, 2007

Rest In Peace Brother, you are gone but not forgotten!

Police Officer
Rutgers University- New Brunswick

October 27, 2007

I pray that God will somehow strengthen and comfort the family and friends of Trooper Templeton. May his daughter grow knowing what a great man her daddy was.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas

October 25, 2007

May god be with you and your family in this trying time. You did a honorable job Trooper. We will take it from here. May God bless you.

Special Agent
Virginia State Police

October 24, 2007

It was with great pride and honor to work alongside you, one of Colorado's Elite! You have fought a good fight - now it's your turn to rest. My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to all of the Troopers and Dispatchers of the CSP, And most of all to Zach's precious little Baby!
Remembering you in thought and pray
See You on the High Ground,
Good Game

former Colorado LEO

October 24, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Trooper Zachariah Templeton,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Trooper Zachariah Templeton. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Trooper Zachariah Templeton is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

October 22, 2007

Rest in Peace, Zachariah. 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

October 22, 2007

My thoughts & prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. Thank you for taking the risks, keeping the rest of us safe.

Jessica Kramer
Sister of Officer Patrick Kramer, EOW 10-22-06

October 22, 2007

For many years this officer stood the watch... While some of us lay about at night, this officer stood the watch...
While others of us were attending schools and, yes, even before some of us were born, this officer stood the watch...As our families watched the storm clouds of war
brewing on the horizons of history, he stood the watch...
Often he would look around and see his family needed his guidance, but he knew he must stay because,he had the watch...For many years he stood the watch so that we
and our fellow citizens could sleep soundly in safety knowing that this officer would stand the watch.

Today we are here to say...
"The watch stands relieved..."
Relieved by those you have led, guided, and trained...


Friend
"You stand relieved...
We have the watch."

Sergeant Brian Sells

Sergeant Brian Sells
Republic Mo Police Dept

October 22, 2007

May God be with you and your daughter!!!
R.I.P. Trooper Templeton

SERGEANT WOMACK
PARIS TX POLICE DEPARTMENT

October 21, 2007

Rest in peace. God bless your family.

Trooper S. Price Richardson
Missouri State Highway Patrol

October 21, 2007

With out Heroes like Trooper Templeton the freedom we all enjoy and at times take for granted would disappear. Thank you for your service officer. God speed to you and God bless your family.

Tim V
Colorado Native

October 21, 2007

God bless you and your family

Jennifer

October 21, 2007

To Trooper Templeton, His Family, & Friends, My dearest sympathy goes out to you. To Trooper Templeton, I never knew you, but I want to be like you when I am in service. You and the others before you are my inspiration to become a Colorado State Trooper. Rest In Peace, Your memory will live on.

Jeff Freeman
Future Trooper

October 21, 2007

Zach, lived his life with honesty, integrity he had an unforgettable sense of humor I loved to banter back and forth with him, in conversations where I knew I never would have gotten the upper hand. He was so quick witted, he had a big heart and truly loved working for the State Patrol. My heart aches for his Mom, Dad and his daughter Samantha. And for all family members that have lost a loved one while in the service of others. I would like to offer a special thanks to all officers out there for your sacrifice and dedication, in service and protection for all. And to the families of those officers that rearange holiday dinners, and other family get togethers to a time when their "officer" is off shift and can join them. I will love and miss you forever.
Aunt Katie
Brighton, Colorado

Zachariah's Aunt

October 20, 2007

Even though I did not know you well....I did give you a hard time about the Patrol letting an explorer work the street. You took it in stride and still called on my partner and I to do some work for you. We both appreciated you calling on us. Go-getters in this line of work are what we prize most....and you are certainly one of those.

"The only thing needed for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."

You were one who decided nothing was something you could not do. Those of us left behind to do the work of those that have passed need to remember that a brother was lost..That his family is ours and we have the honor of taking care of that family.

King 102
ccpd

October 20, 2007

Zach,
Your smile and great sense of humor will never be forgotten! You will be missed.

Deputy Sheriff
ACSO

October 20, 2007

Zach,
Today you were laid to rest. I know others can relate to the sorrow that was felt. Knowing you are up in heaven makes it a little easier. You will NEVER be forgotten! R.I.P. Trooper!

friend

October 20, 2007

God bless you, Trooper Templeton. Our prayers are with your family and friends. You will be remembered.

Trooper's Wife
Colorado State Patrol

October 19, 2007

Thank you Trooper Templeton and family for your service and sacrifice. We are deeply saddened by the loss of an honorable peacekeeper and protector. My wife and I pray for every Trooper, Police Officer, Firefighter and Soldier we see. We saw your procession today and prayed for your daughter, family and every officer in the escort. God, bless and protect our peacekeepers and welcome Zachariah with honor.

Doug & Barb
Parents of a Colorado State Trooper Cadet

October 19, 2007

My thoughts & prayers are with you. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
Sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, eow 9/24/1976

October 19, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with the family and the fellow officers
Rest in peace sir you will not be forgotten
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelandts (retired 911)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc

October 19, 2007

Getting to know you was a time in my life i will never forget. I spent a lot of time with oyou playing football in the police and fire games. I know your father even better and know that you looked up to him. He was a good role model for you but you were an even better role model to everyone that puts on the uniform. You were dedicated in every way. My best memory was getting flack from you after a chase you were in. I was not there to assist you at the time and you let me know about it. You are the best safety in the state and an even better hero...

I will love you forever and miss you dearly. Thank you for the time short time I was able to spend with you.

Friend
ACSO Colorado

October 19, 2007