Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My heart grieves at the loss of another Arizona Officer. May the family find peace in his memory and strength in each other. God bless them.

"Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called sons of God" Matthew 5:9

Rest easy sir, your watch is covered.

Wife of Officer
AZ DPS

October 31, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Sergeant Lynch. God Bless you all...

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

October 31, 2007

I pray for his wife and children and their loss. I only met Tate once but have served with his brother Chet for years and also have had the priveledge to know his father, both of whom are also police officers. All of these men and their families are outstanding people who I know have the strength to pull through this difficult time but will never forget. Be strong and know you are loved.

Deputy H. Anderson/1SG H. Anderson
Pima County Sheriff/US Army - Iraq

October 31, 2007

The wound will heal with time, but the scar remains forever so he is never forgotten.

Amanda Inzer
Wife of Deputy Alan Inzer EOW 01/25/07

October 30, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Sergeant Tate Lynch,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Sergeant Tate Lynch. 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. Sergeant Tate Lynch 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 30, 2007

Rest in peace Brother Tate, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

October 30, 2007

Thank you for all of your service.

Sgt. Robert Tabers
1175th MP Company in St. Louis, St. Louis County DSN 2966 retired

October 30, 2007

Rest in peace brother, your service and sacrafice will not be forgotten!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept

October 30, 2007

I am so sorry to hear what happened to Tate. I spoke to him several times out on the soccer field (his son, Sam is on my soccer team) He was such a nice man and always smiling. The world will not be the same without him. My deepest condolences go out to Christy, the kids and the entire family.

Christi & Russ Burke
Friend

October 30, 2007

GOD Bless you and your family.

Rest In Peace....

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

October 30, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Sergeant Lynch's family and the Casa Grande Police department for your loss. Rest in peace.

Reserve Officer Blok
Berryville Police Department

October 30, 2007

I met Tate and his family when he first started with Holbrook PD; my brother was one of his FTO's. He was an all around amazing person and police officer. His death is a huge loss to the law enforcement family and he will be greatly missed! As the wife, sister, and friend of police officers I pray each and every day that they will be safe no matter where they are or what they are doing. My thoughts and prayers are with Christie, the children, the family and Casa Grande PD at this time of grief and sadness. A hero has been lost. Tate, you will never be forgotten. Thank you and God Bless.

"A hero is someone who has given his life to something bigger than himself."

Lisa Larson
Friend

October 30, 2007

Thank you for your time of service, both serving with Casa Grande and also with GITEM. The fun, high adrenaline memories will last a lifetime. Saving the day, "to infinity and beyond!"

Chris and Shannon Nelson
AZ DPS/ (Fmr)Winslow PD

October 30, 2007

To Christy and the kids:

I'm so sorry for the loss of Tate...He was a awesome officer but more importantly he was a Great Husband, loving father, and dedicated provider and proud of his family roots, especially his father. Although we never worked for the same agency, I had several opportunities to work with him while he was with Holbrook PD and then later assigned to the Gang Task Force.

My fondest work memory with Tate was on New years eve 1997 when a DUI driver made a left turn in front of his patrol car and the resulting collision totalled out both his patrol car and the drunk's. Tate was really mad at the fact his cruiser was destroyed and at the drunk driver who caused it. Because it was New Years eve, DPS, NCSO and HPD were all working a mulit-agency DUI taskforce and I congratulated him on catching the first DUI of the night...He pondered a moment and smiled(that kid smile)when he looked at it that way and actually felt kinda proud of the accomplishment.

Fortunately I got to see Tate and Christy back in July (2007)in Casa Grande. I hadn't seen them both in years and it was good to catch up on old times. So whenever I see Tate in my minds eye, I see him enjoying an anniversary dinner with his wife both of whom still looked as much in love as they did in High school.

I'm glad that Tate was a part of my life and my families life through church and bible study. It left me, Kim and the family with a lot of fond memories.

May God Bless you and the kids, Christy and give you strength.

Jeff Eavenson and family.

Jeff Eavenson, Sergeant
(AZ DPS) A Good Friend

October 30, 2007

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

Patrolman Dwayne Delcour
Mansfield Police Mansfield, Mo

October 30, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you my brother, and with your family. Know that your family is our family, and we will care for them as if they were our own. Rest in peace that all is taken care of, and as always, we will be there to support you father Gary. He is a pillar in the law enforcement community and we know he was very proud to call you his son.

God bless you.

Commander Manny Amado
Pima College Police Department

October 30, 2007

Rest in peace Officer Lawless, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

October 30, 2007

May you rest in peace. My prayers are with you, your family and fellow officers of the Casa Grande Police Dept.

GOD speed Brother.

Police Assistant
Phoenix Police Department, AZ

October 30, 2007

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest In Peace Brother! We have the watch...

The men and women of the Phoenix Police Department will not forget Sgt Lynch

Phoenix Police Officer
Phoenix Police Department

October 30, 2007

To all CGPD officer, and to the family of Sgt. Lynch, we are sorry for your loss...

Casa Grande Border Patrol Agents work with Casa Grande P.D. on a daily basis and we feel your pain as ours. Thank you Sgt. Lynch for all you have given to our comunity.

Border Patrol Agent
US Border Patrol, Casa Grande, AZ

October 30, 2007

May His strength be yours now to those left behind who will miss such a true hero...go rest our brother...job well done. To the little ones who will miss their daddy dearly...may you find hope, faith and comfort in His love...until you see your daddy again. To his wife...may your extended law enforcement family see to your unmet needs and care for you as you go on....our prayers are with you.

Wife of Gilbert, AZ police officer

October 29, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

K-9 Officer Tom Summerville
Eutaw Police Department

October 29, 2007

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Lynch. RIP and Thank you for your service.

mjw643

October 29, 2007

May the Lord bless this law enforcement agent, his family, friends and fellow co-workers. Thank you for your service and for keeping all of us safe. May you rest in peace Brother.

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

October 29, 2007

To the family of Sergeant Tate Lynch, I am so sorry for
your loss of your husband, father,son, and the Casa Grande
Police Department Arizona,

I will keep each of you in my prayers, I know and feel
your pain,

May the love and comfort of God be with you through
this difficult time of saddness and tragedy,

Rest in peace Sgt Lynch, God has another Blue Angel
there in heaven ,

Mother of a Deputy Sheriff,
Maryland.

October 29, 2007